Romantic winery proposal setup with barrel centerpiece, candles, and floral aisle runner in a rustic barrel storage room.

Proposal in private Barrel room at Danza Del Sol Winery


Temecula Vineyard Proposal

Silhouette of a man proposing on one knee to a woman in a red dress at a winery with barrels.

Danza Del Sol Winery has a special place in my heart. Not too long ago (about 4 years) I was a bartender at this very winery. This is where I started my career in photography and met so many amazing people who took a chance on me. Now I have photographed over 20 weddings at the winery and absolutely love it when I book couples there. The vineyard view is the best in the valley and their wedding area makes you feel like you’re in Tuscany, Italy. note: the photos were taken in December


AJ reached out to Danza Del Sol’s event staff and planned a simple yet romantic surprise proposal for Cassidy. Walter, the event’s captain, reached out to me and booked my services American Portra to capture the moments unfold. Having the venue reach out to me made it more discreet on AJ’s end and we were able to communicate right up until the moment it happened. All AJ had to worry about was being present for their private wine tasting, The Danza Crew handled the rest.


Proposing off the cuff is still a good way to ask your true love to marry you. But having someone plan the romantic surprise in an exclusive spot is priceless and unforgettable.


Check out the moments unfold below!


You can also view our blog post about why we love Danza Del Sol Weddings here.

Romantic silhouette of an engaged couple standing together at a winery with scenic vineyard views.
Newly engaged couple sharing a tender moment in silhouette at a winery barn doorway with vineyard backdrop.
Silhouette of a couple toasting with champagne glasses at a winery after a romantic proposal.
Man proposing on bended knee to woman in red dress at a winery, captured in romantic silhouette.
Romantic winery proposal silhouette of man placing ring on womans finger at sunset with vineyard views.
Newly engaged couple sharing a joyful embrace in silhouette at a winery with vineyard backdrop.
Romantic silhouette of newly engaged couple about to kiss at a winery with scenic vineyard views.
Romantic couple silhouette nearly kissing beside rustic wine barrel at sunset vineyard.
Couple sharing romantic kiss silhouetted against golden vineyard sunset beside wine barrels.
Couple embracing from behind overlooking sun-drenched golden vineyard landscape.
Couple sharing tender embrace beside wine barrel in open winery with vineyard views.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss outdoors at a sun-drenched vineyard setting.
Man opening champagne bottle for woman in red dress at rustic winery barrel.
Couple sharing champagne toast beside wine barrel at golden hour vineyard winery.
Close-up of engagement ring on woman's hand during romantic winery proposal.
Couple embracing in silhouette framed by open winery door overlooking sunny vineyard.
Newly engaged couple kissing in silhouette at a winery barn doorway surrounded by candles and rose petals.
Couple sharing a romantic embrace and kiss silhouetted against a sunlit vineyard window.
Smiling woman in red dress with plaid scarf embraced by man near wine barrels and Christmas tree.
Couple sharing a tender moment near wine barrels with a Christmas tree in the background.
Couple holding hands walking past wine barrels with vineyard landscape in background.
Smiling couple posing together among wine barrels with Christmas tree at a winery.
Close-up of engagement ring on woman's hand holding a champagne glass at a winery.
Couple kissing while holding hands near wine barrels with vineyard in background.
Couple sharing a kiss between wine barrels with golden vineyard rows in the background.
Rustic Spanish-style winery building surrounded by vineyard rows under a blue sky.
Elegant champagne bottle in ice bucket with roses and candles on a wooden wine barrel.
White rose and gold mercury glass votive candles on rustic wooden tray with champagne flute wedding decor.
Romantic couple silhouette kissing in industrial warehouse wedding venue doorway with barrel decor.
Rustic wedding ceremony setup in winery with wooden barrel altar and draped fabric in open warehouse.
Black and white photo of couple walking arm in arm through winery wedding venue with wine barrels.
Rustic wooden wine barrel wedding ceremony altar with candles and rose petals on white fabric floor.

Hey, I'm Nicholas (Nick) Gonzalez

The founder and lead photographer at American Portra
Wedding photographer in black shirt holding camera at elegant outdoor evening reception venue.

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