🍷 High Altitude Viticulture β€’ 3,800–4,200 Ft

Cummings Valley Farm & Winery Trail

Experience volcanic soils, crisp alpine nights, and handcrafted wines, heritage grains, and mountain orchards just 10 minutes from downtown.

Cummings Valley Floor (3,820')
56Β°F
πŸ’¨ Mountain Breeze 11 mph
🍷 Cozy Vineyard Weather
4,000'
Alpine Elevation
Intense UV light concentrates flavors
30Β°F+
Diurnal Swing
Cool mountain nights preserve acidity
Volcanic
Alluvial Soil
Mineral-rich Triassic geological terroir
100% Real
Family Owned
Independent Tehachapi growers

Wineries, Orchards & Heritage Grains

Authentic addresses, verified phone numbers, varietals, and tasting room hours.

πŸ—ΊοΈ Tour Route on Map
Estate Winery & Tasting RoomπŸ•’ Fri – Sun: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Triassic Vineyards

πŸ“ 24611 Oak Flat Rd, Tehachapi, CA 93561

Rooted in ancient 200-million-year-old Triassic-era volcanic soil. Features a panoramic tasting patio overlooking the jagged Tehachapi mountain ridgeline.

πŸ‡ Varietals & Specialties: Syrah, Viognier, Zinfandel, Legacy Red
βœ“ Pet Friendly Patioβœ“ Mountain View Terraceβœ“ Tasting Flights
Estate Winery & Botanical GardenπŸ•’ Sat – Sun: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (or by appointment)

Dorner Family Vineyard

πŸ“ 18225 Banducci Rd, Tehachapi, CA 93561

A breathtaking Italian-style mountain estate nestled among manicured gardens, rose arbors, and oak-shaded tasting grounds.

πŸ‡ Varietals & Specialties: Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Red Blends
βœ“ Botanical Gardensβœ“ Wedding Arborβœ“ Artisan Estate Reds
Vineyard & Outdoor Music LawnπŸ•’ Fri: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Sat – Sun: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Souza Family Vineyard

πŸ“ 8683 Banducci Rd, Tehachapi, CA 93561

Famous for its expansive concert lawn hosting summer evening concerts, family gatherings, and full-bodied estate Primitivo wines.

πŸ‡ Varietals & Specialties: Primitivo, Zinfandel, Muscat Canelli
βœ“ Live Concert Lawnβœ“ Picnic Groundsβœ“ Sunset Mountain Views
Mountain Heritage WineryπŸ•’ Weekends 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Tehachapi Winery

πŸ“ 22101 Banducci Rd, Tehachapi, CA 93561

Dedicated to high-altitude mountain viticulture where cool 4,000-ft nights and intense mountain sun create concentrated grape fruit flavors.

πŸ‡ Varietals & Specialties: Tempranillo, Barbera, Mountain Chardonnay
βœ“ Intimate Tasting Barβœ“ Local Art Displaysβœ“ High Altitude Terroir
Organic Heritage Wheat & GrainsπŸ•’ Seasonal Farm Distribution

Tehachapi Heritage Grain Project

πŸ“ Cummings Valley Road, Tehachapi, CA

Pioneering the revival of California's historic heritage grains. Grown organically by Alex Weiser in rich Cummings Valley alluvial soil and prized by artisan bakers statewide.

πŸ‡ Varietals & Specialties: Sonora White Wheat, Abruzzi Rye, Red Fife
βœ“ Non-GMO Organicβœ“ Ancient Grain Revivalβœ“ Milled Flour
Mountain Apple Orchards & BakeryπŸ•’ Wed – Sun: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Tehachapi Apple Shed & Orchards

πŸ“ 23330 Schout Rd, Tehachapi, CA 93561

Tehachapi's crisp autumn climate produces legendary mountain apples with high natural sweetness. Enjoy fresh-pressed cider, warm pies, and artisan pastries.

πŸ‡ Varietals & Specialties: Honeycrisp, Fuji, Granny Smith, Apple Cider
βœ“ Fresh Pressed Ciderβœ“ Famous Apple Piesβœ“ Gift Shop

πŸ“…Tehachapi Four Seasons Harvest Guide

🌸 Spring (Apr – May)

Vineyard bud-break, yellow mustard bloom across Cummings Valley orchards, and early wildflower walks.

β˜€οΈ Summer (Jun – Aug)

Heritage wheat harvest, outdoor vineyard concerts on Banducci Road, crisp white & rosΓ© releases on shaded patios.

πŸ‚ Autumn (Sep – Nov)

The Grape Crush and mountain apple harvest. Fresh-pressed cider, hot apple pies, and vibrant golden oak foliage.

❄️ Winter (Dec – Mar)

Dormant snow-dusted vines, barrel tastings by the fire, and robust mountain Syrah and Cabernet releases.