Ladera Sports Center – Wineries

Ladera Sports Center in Ladera Ranch, California, is a well-kept facility nestled among stunning mountains. With eight courts, Ladera Sports Center is the perfect place for basketball and volleyball tournaments, but it can really accommodate any court sport. In 2018, Ladera Sports Center earned the Reader’s Choice award for Best Indoor Sports Facility by Parenting OC magazine. Maybe it had something to do with Ladera’s cushioned seats! With all this in mind, you can be sure that an event at Ladera Sports Center will be a pleasant experience.

Since Ladera Sports Center is located in California, a state known for its wineries and vineyards, it’s a no-brainer for wine-lovers to check out what the area has to offer. Luckily, Ladera Sports Center is close to multiple wineries; there are seven located within a 30-minute drive. So once the athletes have given their all on the court, it’s time for parents and coaches to enjoy a glass of wine. And since you’re in California, so you’ll be tasting some of the best in the country.

Rancho Capistrano Winery

Rancho Capistrano Winery is the largest winery in Orange County, which is how they’re able to create 40 different types of delicious wine. In addition, they source their grapes from some of the best regions in the world, ensuring a great glass.

Not only does Rancho Capistrano Winery have outstanding wine, but an incredible restaurant as well. Their flavorful food pairs perfectly with their wines, creating a dynamic dining experience. Sample some wine and see what pairs best with their pizza, French toast, charcuterie board, or salads.

Visitors can enjoy wine and a delicious meal out on Rancho Capistrano’s 3,000-square-foot patio, or head inside to the tasting room. Rancho Capistrano’s tasting room will make you feel as though you’ve stepped into an actual wine cellar. The walls are covered with shelves of wine, and the faded, wooden floor looks as though it’s been welcoming visitors for years. In the center of the room is a sliding farm door with chipping, white paint. This rustic doorway leads into a lounge area, which contains a wooden table, stools, and plush, leather couches.

A Stones Throw Winery

A Stones Throw Winery is a small establishment inside a historic building that’s more than 100 years old. This charming structure creates an atmosphere in which guests gather to simply enjoy a good time.

In addition to its beautiful, historic location, Stones Throw has a large, green lawn with warm string lights and a beautiful view of the mountains. No wonder it’s such a popular wedding venue!

A Stones Throw Winery is also an active part of their community, and regularly host live music, local author book releases, and other fun activities. Try a tasting of red and white wines, or enjoy a bottle of your favorite. A Stones Throw Winery is conveniently located off a main highway, 14 minutes from Ladera Sports Center.

Frisby Cellars Winery

Frisby Cellars Winery is a small, rustic tasting room filled with wine barrels and string lights. You’ll feel warm and welcome there in the dim, cozy atmosphere. Many say the tasting room reflects the personality of the winemaker, Josh Frisby. It’s unpretentious and lets the wine speak for itself. Curious guests can also learn a lot from the staff, who are as knowledgeable as they are kind. The Frisby Cellars tasting room in Lake Forest is located 18 minutes from Ladera Sports Center.

But, there’s more! If you can’t get enough of Frisby Cellars wine, they have another tasting room in Dana Point, 21 minutes from Ladera Sports Center. This location is right on the water, so you can enjoy a glass of crisp rosé while watching the boats on the harbor. The Frisby Cellars tasting room in Dana Point has the same welcoming, rustic atmosphere as their other location, and even hosts live music. Whichever Frisby Cellars Winery location you visit, you’ll have the opportunity to relax in a down-to-earth, friendly environment and enjoy some wine.

Bellante Family Winery

The Bellante Family Winery is true to its name, as the entire business is family-run. The Bellante family has been working together for generations, hand crafting small batches of wine for almost two decades. Past visitors have commented on the friendly and charismatic owners Chuck and Sherri Bellante, whose enthusiasm translates into an enjoyable experience for all.

Inside the Bellante Family Winery’s tasting room is a bar, high top tables underneath umbrellas, wine barrel tables, and comfortable couches. It’s a cozy place with live music, wine bingo once a month, and friendly people. What more could you ask for? There, you’re part of the Bellante Family. So take the 19-minute drive over from Ladera Sports Center and enjoy!

Cowboy Canyon Winery

Nestled in the hills of Orange County, underneath shady oak trees and amongst horse stables, is Cowboy Canyon Winery. Although this tasting room has only been around since 2013, owners Donna and Michael Cipolla have been making award-winning wines for 30 years.

The Cipollas are proud to make small batches of personalized wine, which allows them to dedicate plenty of attention to each bottle. This results in outstanding quality and an enjoyable wine-tasting experience. Cowboy Canyon stays true to its name by filling its tasting room with rustic, country charm. It’s the perfect rural escape after a big event at Ladera Sports Center, which is located 24 minutes away.

Just because you’re attending a sporting event at Ladera Sports Center doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on California’s delicious wines. No need to travel to Napa Valley; these welcoming and charming tasting rooms will add an extra layer of fun to your experience. So if you’re in the mood to taste some wine, you came to the right place.