The Wines of EPOCH | Food & Wine Pairing Experience

When Fred Einer was breaking ground during the construction of Holiday Wine Cellar in the early 1960s, Escondido locals must have been curious. After all, Fred dug a huge hole in the ground at the intersection of Mission Avenue and Escondido Boulevard, just off old Highway 395, what is now Centre City Parkway. Hardly anybody builds basements in California, but crafty Fred knew he was building something one-of-a-kind: the only below-ground retail wine cellar in North County San Diego.Builder & Owner Fred Einer (center) and Holiday Wine Cellar staff on HWC's opening day ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 17th, 1965 in Escondido, CA. If you were to walk into Holiday Wine Cellar on the opening day of 1965, you would see a lot more than just liquor on the shelf. Not only would you find canned goods on the shelves and engraved wooden price tags, and the smell of rotisserie chicken would fill the air to greet hungry customers. Today, 60 years later, Holiday Wine Cellar is still proudly a family-owned and operated business. There have been a few minor adjustments to the store since opening day, such as a self serve wine bar in the authentic wine cellar, removal of the chicken and the addition of the dedicated beer cave. The commitment to high-quality customer service has remained untouched by the hands of time, thanks to the help of highly knowledgeable and passionate employees. In 2009, HWC took it one step further and launched the online storefrontwww.HolidayWineCellar.com. Customers may now receive the same white-glove service whether they are visiting Holiday Wine Cellar’s brick-and-mortar, in Escondido, CA, or from the comfort of their computer. As it was in 1965, today, curious locals and out-of-towners alike are [still] drawn by the 85-foot tall neon L-I-Q-U-O-R sign out front, and marvel at the selection of hand-crafted beer, collectible wines, and rare spirits inside Holiday Wine Cellar in North County San Diego in Escondido, California.

Holiday Wine Cellar

Sip, savor, and vibe with EPOCH Estate’s top wines paired perfectly with delicious bites—cheers to good times!

Wine Tastings

Never underestimate HWC's ability to turn any day ending in 'Y' into a  WINESday! Fancy a bottle & want to enjoy it down in the Beverage Bunker (aka "The Speak Easy")? Join Us! Want to enjoy a few glasses of a variety of wines? To the WINE-BAR you go!

<h2>Join Us for the EPOCH Estate Wines &amp; Food Pairing Tasting Experience!</h2>Join us for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating the acclaimed wines of Epoch Estate Wines, one of Paso Robles' most sought-after producers.This exclusive seated Food &amp; Wine Pairing Experience will feature five <a href="https://holidaywinecellar.com/epoch-estate-wines/" title="https://holidaywinecellar.com/epoch-estate-wines/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">exceptional Epoch wines thoughtfully paired with five chef-curated culinary creations prepared by Chef Barry Layne and Coast Catering</a>. Guests will enjoy guided tasting insights, expertly crafted pairings, and the opportunity to experience the artistry behind one of California's most celebrated wineries.Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMYour ticket includes: • <a href="https://holidaywinecellar.com/epoch-estate-wines/" title="https://holidaywinecellar.com/epoch-estate-wines/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Five Epoch Estate Wines</a> • Five Chef-Curated Food Pairings • Guided Tasting Experience • Tax &amp; Gratuity IncludedSeating is strictly limited to just 35 guests to ensure an intimate and engaging experience.$99 per person (includes tax and gratuity)Reservations are required. Advance purchase strongly recommended.Please note: Guests must be 21 years of age or older with valid identification. 5- Course Tasting Menu (gluten-free options available if you contact us prior to Sep 8th to reserve with the chef)Epoch 2023 York Mountain Vineyard York Mountain ViognierBurrata ToastOrange Marmalade | Pistachio | Black Truffle | Brioche------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Epoch 2021 Paso Robles Willow Creek District Estate BlendPepper Crusted New Zealand Lamb LoinBerry and Plum Chutney | Burnt Rosemary and Aged Cheddar Polenta Cake------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Epoch 2020 Ingenuity Paderewski Vineyard Paso Robles Willow Creek District Red WineSeared Tenderloin CrostiniCharred Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin | Yukon Gold Potato Crisp | Steak House Aioli | Caramelized Onions | Micro Beet Green------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Epoch 2020 Authenticity Paso Robles Willow Creek District Syrah ANDEpoch 2020 Paderewski Vineyard Paso Robles Willow Creek District TempranilloCrispy BBQ Duck Spring RollBBQ Hoisin | Duck Confit | Japanese Sweet Potato | Scallion | Bing Cherry Jam------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dessert (No Wine Pairing)Raspberry Chocolate TartChocolate Ganache | Raspberry Glaze | Fresh Raspberry

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