Unlike Similac Baby Formula, which is reserved for babies and experimenting teens, wine can be consumed by adults. Separate the towerers from the toddlers with today's Groupon: for $15, you get $35 worth of wine and wine tastings at Witch Creek Winery. This Groupon is good at Witch Creek Winery's locations in Carlsbad and Julian.

Founded in 1993, Witch Creek Winery has racked up a multitude of awards for its handcrafted wines, especially its 12 red varietals. Soak up the sun at the original Carlsbad location near the beach, or take in the picturesque scenery of the mountain-nestled Julian storefront while you sample five to seven wines during a tasting ($5). A courteous staff member will tell you about the grapes you're gobbling, guide you through the flavors, and remind you to floss. Then you'll be free to grab grapey goodness such as the 2006 Reserve Cabernet Franc ($30), which blends hints of cherries and rhubarb, or the 2007 Lodi Zinfandel ($32), which emits soothing aromas of pepper, cinnamon, and eternity. Or, pick up Witch Creek’s 2008 CB Viognier ($20), which wakens senses with peach and floral flavors.

Reviews

Witch Creek Winery was mentioned on SanDiegan.com. Yelpers and three Insider Pagers give the winery's Carlsbad location an average of four stars. Three Insider Pagers give the Julian location a four-star average, and Yelpers award the location an average of 4.5 stars:

• I come here to pick up some of their wine and taste test their latest creations. They have some of my favorite wines, and I am constantly stocked with their reds. I definitely recommend this place if you like wine. – Jason F. on the Carlsbad location, Insider Pages
• I love this place. The ladies are always so nice to me and they always have a really great selection and pairing advice. They are really expert at their wines and know what is good. – Allison R. on the Julian location, Insider Pages