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Forgotten Barrel Winery is an urban winery wedding venue located in Escondido, California. This historic winery was originally established in 1886 as one of San Diego county and Southern California’s first vineyards. The winery was purchased by George Ferrara in 1928, grew to prominence in the California wine industry, and was run by 3 generations until it closed in 2010. Forgotten Barrel restored this historic property in 2016 and continues to tell the story of the Ferrara family and the history of this amazing California landmark. We offer a beautiful space for weddings, dinners, corporate events, and so much more!

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,900

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$5,900

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,100

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,100

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Barn
Farm/Ranch
Historic Building
Winery

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February

Reviews of Forgotten Barrel Winery

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5.0 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
5.0 out of 5 rating
22 reviews
100% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Forgotten Barrel Winery in Escondido, CA, receives glowing reviews for its beautiful rustic elegance, professionalism, and all-inclusive packages. Reviewers praise the venue's stunning ceremony lawn and reception barn, efficient staff, and helpful communication. The caterer is highly commended for providing stellar service and fantastic food, including vegan options. The venue's hidden gem status, responsiveness, and flexibility in accommodating specific needs, including cultural aspects, are highlighted. Guests rave about the picturesque setting, seamless planning process, and memorable experiences at Forgotten Barrel, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking an unforgettable and intimate wedding venue.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Forgotten Barrel Winery in Escondido, CA, receives glowing reviews for its beautiful rustic elegance, professionalism, and all-inclusive packages. Reviewers praise the venue's stunning ceremony lawn and reception barn, efficient staff, and helpful communication. The caterer is highly commended for providing stellar service and fantastic food, including vegan options. The venue's hidden gem status, responsiveness, and flexibility in accommodating specific needs, including cultural aspects, are highlighted. Guests rave about the picturesque setting, seamless planning process, and memorable experiences at Forgotten Barrel, making it a highly recommended choice for couples seeking an unforgettable and intimate wedding venue.

Iris
Iris M. Sent on 10/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Location for a MicroWedding!

My now husband and I had our wedding at the Forgotten Barrel and man do I wish I could do it all again!! From the very beginning we knew we wanted a microwedding (less than 50 guests). We found Forgotten Barrel and inquired if they offered plans for smaller weddings and they sure did! The space was a great size so our small wedding (34 ppl total) didn’t feel or look awkwardly out of place! Alyssa was amazing to work with and answered all questions promptly. Chef Joan (caterer linked to Forgotten Barrel) was also great and took spectacular care of us! My ONLY regret is micro weddings have a 4 hour time frame. I wish I would have inquired about adding an additional hour as 4 felt so fast and I wish I had more time to enjoy our beautiful day. Overall, if you are looking for an all inclusive beautiful venue THIS IS IT.
Jp Perrelet
Jp Perrelet Sent on 06/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Forgotten Barrel Wedding

Mikayla and I can not recommend Forgotten Barrel Winery enough for a wedding venue. The process leading up to our wedding was stress free due to the professionalism and diligence of Alyssa who is the venue manager. All of our questions were answered in a timely manner, and the communication between vendors was very reassuring. The day of our wedding went off without a hitch! The entire venue from the getting ready area for both the bride and groom to the reception area and everywhere else in between was beautiful which made for stunning photos all throughout the day. Our guests loved everything about the venue and gave us nothing but positive feed back. My wife and I decided to have an all vegan menu for our wedding and Chef Joann knocked the food out of the ball park! Most of guests weren't vegan but they all raved about the food. Forgotten Barrel is truly THE hidden gem in San Diego for a wedding venue. If you are looking to have an unforgettable wedding; you absolutely MUST check out Forgotten Barrel!!
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Maureen W. Sent on 05/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

Forgotten Barrel is not only a magical, charming and beautiful rustic elegance they are friendly, efficient and very helpful. Both the ceremony lawn and reception barn are just stunning. Our wedding went flawlessly, the caterer that works with them provided stellar service and fantastic food. All our guests raved about the venue and the food. Some said it was the best wedding they had ever been too. It was a magical day!

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Forgotten Barrel Winery frequently asked questions

Forgotten Barrel Winery includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Forgotten Barrel Winery includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Forgotten Barrel Winery includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by Forgotten Barrel Winery for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Historic Building
  • Winery
Forgotten Barrel Winery offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Forgotten Barrel Winery offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Forgotten Barrel Winery offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Forgotten Barrel Winery offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Forgotten Barrel Winery is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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