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Joullian Vineyards & Winery is an elegant wedding venue located in Carmel Valley, California. First established in 1982, this mountain vineyard features a 655-acre parcel of land with multiple event space options. Owners Tom and Jane Lerum acquired the vineyard in 2015, where they now continue to work with couples to design and implement beautiful marriage celebrations. This husband-and-wife team strives to ensure the success of events and the sustainability of the company.

Facilities and Capacity

Joullian Vineyards & Winery boasts three facilities that can be utilized as an event space: the Venue in the Vines, the Cellar & Overlook, and the Barrel Room. The venue's largest area is the Venue in the Vines, which features breathtaking views of Carmel Valley. With a capacity for 120 guests, this outdoor space can accommodate events both small and large. The property's more intimate space is the Barrel Room, which can hold up to 32 seated guests for more intimate celebrations. Adorned with leather chairs and reclaimed wood tables, this event area is ideal for wedding showers, rehearsal dinners, or modest receptions.

Services Offered

Event Site/Private Suite

Rentals

Full-Service Catering & Beverage Packages

History

This historic retreat was first constructed in 1982 when the Joullian and Sias families purchased the property and had the land re-terraced. Once the contouring of the landscape was complete, the families and the head winemaker, Ridge Watson, planted vines that covered a 40-acre portion of the land. The winery was opened in 1991 and featured Carmel Valley's first-ever Zinfandel, along with many other wines. Following Tom and Jane's new ownership of the venue in 2015, Ridge Watson stepped down in 2017 and new winemaker Matt Piagari stepped in. Now, the team continues to maintain the values of the original winery, which includes crafting complex wines with character and finesse.

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Reviews of Joullian Vineyards & Winery

Cassandra
Cassandra Sent on 07/22/2022
4.8 out of 5 rating

Breathtaking Venue

The venue is a bit of a drive through some winding hills but the end result is absolutely worth it. The vineyard nestled into the valley create a beautiful backdrop for the ceremony and amenities like the bridal suite and groomsmen quarters are spacious and well kept. Management is responsive and flexible and Josh really put in work to make sure everything was in place before the wedding then stayed and helped out throughout the reception and dinner to make sure things ran smoothly. The venue price was also a great, not super expensive, which made it very worth it when considering how beautiful it is. Word of advice… the hotels/motels/Airbnb’s all fill up fast in Carmel Valley, so make sure guests reserve their rooms far in advance! Would definitely recommend for those looking for the vineyard-style wedding
Tee
Tee L. Sent on 07/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing Team!

We couldn't have been any more impressed with not only the amazing venue at Joullian Vineyards, but the amazing staff that kept the whole machine running! We seriously were so impressed and the staff was not only super kind, but extremely helpful with keeping a servants heart first for people. Also let's just talk about the view as well! Honestly this is a hidden gem and you have to check it out!
Laura
Laura Sent on 07/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Epic Views and Awesome Staff!

If you are looking for a Carmel Valley venue, then I would definitely recommend checking out Joullian Vineyard. With its epic views of the vineyard and surrounding hills, it is a beautiful retreat for you and your guests on your wedding day.

The site coordinator, Josh, puts his heart into every event and it shows. He is flexible, accommodating and attentive which made him a joy to work with. With Josh and his team you can rest assured that you and your guests are in good hands.
Steven
Steven Sent on 07/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Joullian Vineyards was an amazing experience

I had such a wonderful experience at Joullian Vineyards. Josh the event manager for Joullian was helpful at every turn. Had it not been for his help in whisking the couple away at sunset to capture some amazing photos and video our final product would not be as great as it was.
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Emily Sent on 07/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best day!

We had the pleasure of using Joullian Vineyards as our wedding venue. The drive out there in Carmel Valley is worth every minute! Josh was an incredible day of coordinator and allowed us to enjoy our day completely stress free! He was extremely organized and patient throughout the whole day. He played a significant role in making our wedding day everything we dreamed of! The venue itself was amazing! Being from the area, we tried really hard to find a venue that best captured the breathtaking views of the valley. We were so excited to bring all of our friends and family from out of state to enjoy the beauty with us. Not to mention the weather was absolutely perfect, which if you are from the area you know nothing beats the warmth in the valley. It was a little warm in the beginning, but Josh and his team worked quickly to ensure all of our guests were comfortable during dinner. Lastly, the bridal studio/house we used to get ready in was nicely decorated and provided a lot of space for my bridesmaids who were doing their own hair/makeup. We were able to give hair/makeup professionals enough space to work efficiently and comfortably. We will be thinking about how great this day was forever! Thank you to Josh and Joullian Vineyards for making this day so memorable!
Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn Sent on 04/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

Wow, where do I even start. First off, Josh is the hardest working, most genuine person and working with him was so fun. Now, the venue.. The photos do not do it justice. It is the most beautiful, serene place and the moment I saw it I knew we had to get married here. Not only does it provide endless gorgeous backdrops for your photos but your guests will end up loving it just as much as you do. We got married a week ago and I still have people reaching out telling me how incredible the venue was. It's also so private. It's just you, your guests, and the vineyard. Nothing better!
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Trini Sent on 01/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Engagement Party

We had a post engagement party at the vineyard and they made it easy to plan and enjoy! We were planning to have our wedding here as well but had to change plans due to living out of state and covid. However, while planning the wedding they were very helpful!! Would highly recommend and plan to eventually come back and plan an event when we can.
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Joe B. Sent on 01/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A brand new diamond

With Joullian just starting to host weddings, we wondered how smooth it would be, but man did Josh and his team deliver. Joullian gave us our dream wedding at a fair price. We can’t say enough about the incredible experience we had
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 01/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible

Josh is the best person to work with. He is organized, reliable and has the best personality!! He saw our vision and was able to make it come to life so beautifully. We couldn’t have done it without him. What a dream come true!! Joullian and Josh are the best!!!!
Rebeccah
Rebeccah Sent on 04/27/2022
4.8 out of 5 rating

Outstanding Landscape Views

When searching for the perfect place to get married, there were a few things my husband and I had in mind. We wanted outdoor, open spaces with a few amenities on hand and the flexibility on not having a preferred vendor list. When we contacted Joullian Vineyards and asked for the days of availability, Josh was more than helpful in getting us started in booking such a beautiful place. Although it was quite the drive up for most of our guests, every single guest commented on the beautiful surroundings were as we all celebrated our special day. Our guests had plenty a little spots to gather during cocktail hour and our reception. Getting to see friends and family post pictures the next day and seeing the landscape in the back was one of the best parts of watching our guest enjoy themselves on our special day.
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