Quick answer: Cantina di Luce is the wine project PAMEC created for Gaucho Grill Temecula, joining PAMEC Cabernet Franc as the local wine connection on the Old Town wine menu.
Some collaborations make sense the moment you hear them: Gaucho Grill opening in Old Town Temecula, and PAMEC Winery creating a wine project for the table. That project is Cantina di Luce.
What Is Cantina di Luce?
Cantina di Luce means “cellar of light.” It is a food-first wine project created by PAMEC for Gaucho Grill Temecula: clean, lower-intervention, and built to complement wood-fire cooking rather than overpower it.
The goal is simple: a wine that feels right with ribeye, short rib, empanadas, chimichurri, grilled vegetables, and the warm pace of an Argentine steakhouse dinner.
PAMEC Cabernet Franc Is Also Part of the Story
Cantina di Luce is not the only PAMEC wine connection at Gaucho Grill. The menu will also feature PAMEC Cabernet Franc, giving guests a second local Temecula wine built for grilled meats, smoke, and the rhythm of an Argentine steakhouse dinner.
Why Gaucho Grill and PAMEC Fit Together
Gaucho Grill brings fire, smoke, beef, chimichurri, and a long-table dinner culture. PAMEC brings natural wine, minimal intervention, and a Temecula point of view. Together, the pairing gives Old Town something more interesting than a generic steakhouse wine list.
Where to Find It
Cantina di Luce will be poured at Gaucho Grill Temecula in Old Town. If you are dining there, ask for it by name — and ask about PAMEC Cabernet Franc if you want a structured red for steak.
You can also visit the PAMEC Patio in Old Town Temecula Thursday through Sunday to taste our full lineup, including the natural-wine style behind the Cantina di Luce project.
Keep Reading
- What Wine to Drink at Gaucho Grill Temecula
- Gaucho Grill Temecula: What to Know Before You Go
- PAMEC Cabernet Franc
- How natural wine is actually made
- Visit PAMEC Patio
FAQ
What PAMEC wines are on the Gaucho Grill Temecula menu?
Gaucho Grill Temecula is expected to feature PAMEC Cabernet Franc and Cantina di Luce, a wine project created by PAMEC for Gaucho Grill.
What wine pairs best with Gaucho Grill's steak menu?
PAMEC Cabernet Franc is a strong choice for ribeye, short rib, and grilled meats because it has structure, dark fruit, and freshness. Cantina di Luce is the food-friendly wine project built for the Gaucho table.
Where can I taste PAMEC before or after Gaucho Grill?
PAMEC Winery is nearby in Old Town Temecula at 28522 Old Town Front St, Suite 3, open Thursday through Sunday.
Updated August 2026 for the Gaucho Grill Temecula opening.
