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JULY 2011 ISSUE 7 VOLUME 4

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Chamisal Vineyards
While we experience wonderful weather year round on the Central Coast, we think there is no better time than summer to visit Chamisal Vineyards. Guests are welcome to enjoy Chamisals delicious estate wines on the outdoor patio in a comfortable setting of shade and sun. The same coastal climate that provides the ideal growing environment for Chamisals signature Chardonnay and Pinot Noir also results in very comfortable 70-degree weather with the occasional coastal breeze. On the rare warmer days, the tasting room is cool and inviting with a beautiful view of the historic vineyard to enjoy while you taste a selection of estate grown Chardonnay and Pinot Noir along with one of Chamisals distinctive cool climate Rhone varietal bottlings. If youd rather skip the formal tasting and enjoy a chilled bottle of refreshing oak-free Stainless Chardonnay on the patio with a picnic lunch from home, you are welcome to do so as well. Throughout the summer, Chamisal hosts a number of exciting events. On July 9th, Concert in the Vineyard will take place (in the vineyard, of course!) where local favorite Still Time and special guests Sparrows Gate will be jamming on. This event is open to the public and benefits the SLO County Food Bank. Tickets are $25 and include entrance to the concert and wine sampling. In attendance and serving their delectable fare will be Full of Life flatbreads, Joses famous tacos and Doc Bernstein ice cream. Lobsterfest, Chamisals most popular event, sold out within the first two months of the year, so they have decided to add another date on the evening of Friday, August 5th. This extraordinary event showcases several chefs and vendors from all over the county boasting oyster bars, passed hors doeuvres, cupcakes, a photo booth and, of course, Maine lobster! The open layout of the Chamisals patio and tasting room encourages intermingling of the gracious hospitality staff and their guests. You may run into your neighbor, travelers from out of the country, or even an occasional furry four-legged friend. The staff at Chamisal loves animals, regularly donates to the local humane societies and welcomes well-behaved dogs. Chamisal is a wonderful place to visit for both their bold and delicious wines and the relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. The winery is happy to accommodate all wine lovers, from the novice to the connoisseur, but please keep in mind that reservations are required for parties of seven or more. Chamisal Vineyards is located at 7525 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit Chamisalvineyards.com or call (805) 541-9463.
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FIRESTONE
Vineyard & Winery
by Carolyn Turner
The wine industry is all about change. Its about creating perfection within the parameters that Mother Nature doles out from year to year. No two years are alike, which amounts to no two vintages or wines ever being the same. In this respect, the wine industry is one of the most dynamic and exciting industries to be in, a fact that Firestone Vineyard & Winery truly takes to heart. Although they hold the title as the first ever estate winery in the Santa Ynez Valley, Firestone Vineyard & Winery is constantly looking for new ways to take themselves and their wines to new levels. This drive began in 1972, when Leonard and Brooks Firestone began their winery at a time when the belief that the Santa Ynez Valley could grow, let alone produce, world-class wines was a belief shared by a select few. Luckily for us, the Firestone family vision still continues to thrive today at their newly renovated tasting room located on a breathtaking 400-acre property. Tucked away in the rolling hills of the Foxen Canyon wine trail, the newly remodeled Firestone Tasting Room offers tastings of their flagship Bordeaux and Rhne-style wines that exemplify the unique terroir of their estate: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and of course Syrah. You also wont want to miss a taste of The Ambassador, a Bordeaux-style blend of the best barrels in the cellar named in honor of Leonard Firestone, who was a former US Ambassador to Belgium. Yet its the Lineage Chairman Series that offers a truly unique palate, as its a blend created by handpicking the best fruit from each block of vines throughout the vineyard. Every year the blend changes depending on the fruit picked, creating a wine with rich, fruit flavors and a long, velvety finish. Winemaker Paul Warson has made it his focus to create wines that truly capture the unique heritage and terroir of the Firestone vineyards. Warson is incredibly passionate about his craft, which shows throughout his career as a winemaker over the past fifteen years in Napa and Australia. He brings a broad range of winemaking styles and philosophies and is excited to continue to raise the quality of the Firestone wines. Theyre certainly receiving the accolades and awards to prove it. Firestone winery should be a destination winery, not only for its beauty but also for its wines, said Warson. My goal is to create each wine to be able to show Firestone; to be able to take you there in each glass. Visitors will often have the unique opportunity to meet Warson while visiting Firestone; he lives on the property with his wife, two children and his dog, and enjoys sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with guests. Im fortunate to be able to make a living out of my hobby, said Warson. This is exactly what I would be doing in my free time. Along with their dynamic winemaker and wines, Firestone also offers a complimentary tour daily that will take you on a journey that starts at a real cork tree, and continues throughout the vineyards and barrel room, finishing in the historical room with a look at the history of the Firestone family. Although the tour includes wine tasting and a complementary logo glass, visitors of all ages are
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welcome to experience the beauty and history of Firestone and the growth of the Santa Ynez wine country. Another great way to allow the whole family (including your pets!) to enjoy Firestone is to come to the free Concert Series on the first Friday of every month. The next show will be on Friday, July 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. featuring The Koles. Enjoy wine and snacks in the tasting room, or feel free to bring your own picnic. Make sure to check the schedule online for the list of upcoming bands! Your calendar should also be marked for the Annual Firestone Cellar Club Summer BBQ, coming up on Saturday, July 30 from 6 to 9 p.m. Local band, The Crisptones will have you tapping your toes and dancing the night away, and Plemmons Catering will offer a scrumptious Santa Maria-style BBQ paired with a lineup of wines including their new releases. Tickets are only $40 for members of $50 for non member, and includes dinner, two drink tickets for a glass of wine, and the chance to be entered into a drawing for a two-night stay at the Carranza Guest House situated in the middle of Firestone vineyards! Whether visiting for your first or fiftieth time, Firstone Vineyard & Winery is certainly a must-visit. Their commitment to family and community only enhances their dedication to sharing their history and quality winemaking, and youre sure to leave with a lingering finish that is sure to keep you coming back for more. Firestone Vineyard & Winery is located at 5000 Zaca Staion Road in Los Olivos and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free daily tours are available at 11:15 a.m., 1:15 and 3:15 p.m. For more information, call (805) 688-3940, www.firestonewine.com.
Perfect Pairs
Niner Dogs with a Tangy Citrus Mustard, Mango Apple Relish
The Niner Wine Estates 2011 Cooking Series is well under way and we have had food on the brain! Combined with the hot summer days and comfortably cool nights Paso Robles is accustomed to, the meals weve been cooking here at Niner Wine Estates have consisted entirely of barbequed delights. Hot dogs are synonymous with summer-time grilling in Central Coast Wine Country, but sometimes you might feel like assembling something a little more elegant. Try this spectacular Gourmet Hot Dog recipe paired with our refreshing 2009 Sauvignon Blanc, bursting with aromas of melon and lemon rind. The 2009 Sauvignon Blanc is creamy and full in the mouth, with flavors of tart kiwi, lime leaves, lemongrass, green apple and a hint of apricot. It is crisp, with a pleasing mineral characteristic a perfect complement to this hot dog recipe. With inspiration drawn from Chef Bradley Ogden at Root 246 in Solvang, these light and fresh toppings are sure to impress guests at your next barbecue. Want to dig deeper into the wonderful world of food and wine pairing? Join the Niner Wine Estates team for the 2011 Summer Cooking Series with classes held on July 16th, July 30th and August 14th. To learn more: visit the website, ninerwine.com, give the team a call at (805) 239.2233 or simply pay them a visit at 2400 Highway 46 West in the heart of Paso Robles Wine Country.
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NINER DOGS WITH A TANGY CITRUS MUSTARD AND MANGO APPLE RELISH
TANGY CITRUS MUSTARD For best results, prepare the day before you plan to serve the hot dogs and leave in the refrigerator overnight to allow the mustard to set and thicken. (1) 8 oz. jar of Dijon mustard 8 oz. low fat or olive oil mayonnaise 1 ripe orange Fresh tarragon Mix Dijon mustard and mayonnaise together. Zest one orange into mixture. Cut orange in half and squeeze the juice from both halves, including some of the pulp, into the mustard. Chop about a teaspoon of fresh tarragon and mix in. Refrigerate overnight to allow the mustard to set and thicken. MANGO APPLE RELISH Also best when prepared the day before and allowed to rest in the refrigerator overnight. 1 cup julienned mangos 1 cup julienned green apples (peeled and cored) 1 cup thinly sliced red onion (medium-sized onion, halved before slicing) 2 cups apple cider cup apple cider vinegar cup rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons brown sugar tablespoon dried basil 1 teaspoon mustard seed 1 teaspoon coriander seed 1 teaspoon fennel seed teaspoon celery seed teaspoon cumin seed cilantro Julienne mangos and green apple to an average length of 2 inches. Thinly slice the red onion to the same length. In a large non-metal bowl, add all liquids, kosher salt, brown sugar, dry basil and spice seeds and mix until sugar and salt are dissolved. Add mangos, green apples and onions and let rest in the refrigerator overnight. Just before serving, chop a handful of cilantro and fold into the relish. Drain most of the liquid. Top your favorite all-beef hot dog, fresh off the grill, with tangy citrus mustard and mango apple relish. For a spicier combination, use a sausage or hot link instead. Enjoy with a chilled glass of Niner Wine Estates 2009 Sauvignon Blanc.
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The California Wine Festival

Now in its eighth year, the California Wine Festivals three days of wine events are scheduled for July 14-16, in picturesque Santa Barbara. Were expecting another great festival this year, Director Don Fritzen said. Our new Orange County California Wine Festival sold out last year and we expect the same here in our original home base where weve always enjoyed tremendous support. Organizers are expecting a wide variety of wineries from every wine region in California to pour at the prestigious three days of events, plus regional microbreweries, some imported wine and even vodka and tequila tasting exhibitors. Were also working hard to attract the best local and regional restaurants and gourmet food purveyors from around the country, Fritzen said. Of course, live musical entertainment has been lined up at all three events to provide an exciting sound track to this outdoor extravaganza. Emily Kaufmann, the growing companys new Vice President of Festival Operations agrees with Fritzens vision of a bright future, Were beginning to attract some national sponsorships along with more significant wineries and gourmet food purveyors. Our brand has stood the test of time, and weve always maintained the highest standard of wine, food and fun entertainment, giving our guests more for their dollar. Elite wineries, gourmet food manufacturers, top restaurants, and especially event sponsors recognize the value they receive from marketing to CWFs high profile clientele in an environment of prestigious wines, foods and lots of sun and fun. Kaufmann concluded Tickets are going on sale sooner than ever before this year as demand seems to continue to rise for California Wine Festivals blend of quality wines and gourmet foods, presented in a one-of-a-kind California setting. Better buy early and take advantage of our early bird prices, as we expect to sell out again, Kaufmann warned! and hot Latin sounds will keep everyone caliente throughout the event.
Friday, 4:30-6pm, Riedel Wine Glass Seminar & Tasting

The California Wine Festival will host a Riedel Glassware Journey tasting/seminar at the Fess Parkers Doubletree Resort where attendees will explore how the shape and size of the glass effects the perception of the wine on the palate. This educational and fun seminar and wine tasting will be conducted by an expert from the world famous Riedel Glassware Company, preeminent wine glassware manufacturer. Each attendee will receive their own set (to take home) of four varietal specific wine glasses (valued at $123) for the seminar/tasting. Guests attending this fascinating class will also get front of the line privileges if attending the CWF Sunset Rare & Reserve Wine Tasting immediately following the seminar.
Friday, 6:30-9pm, Sunset Rare & Reserve Wine Tasting

Limited to just 600 lucky ticketholders, this is the toughest ticket in town! Californias best winemakers dust off their rare and reserve level bottles in a wine-lovers fantasy night of sipping the GOOD STUFF! Some wines being poured are impossible to buy! no longer in distribution. Some are proprietors reserves or end-of-vintage wines. A sparkling champagne reception greets guests who will then be treated to Napa trophy Cabs, rare bottles from Sonoma, the high Sierras, Californias Central Coast, Santa Barbara Countys best and more. Top chefs from Santa Barbaras most popular restaurants will prepare amazing hot and cold gourmet appetizers while live jazz keeps things super cool. The charming old-world carousel at Chase Palm Park Plaza provides the backdrop for this romantic summer night under the stars.
Saturday, 1-4pm, Beachside Food & Wine Fest

This ever-popular wine event will hit Santa Barbaras sun-splashed beachside location for a day of sun, sea, wine, food and music. Literally hundreds of premium California wines are served up along with the best of the regional microbreweries, local top chefs and food purveyors and vendors of all things related to wine. Tickets are available at www.californiawinefestival.com, at local wine shops or the Arlington Box. An auction of exotic super-sized-wine bottles including dozens of magnums, double magnums and even a few Jeroboams will raise money for Foodbank of Santa Barbara.
Thursday, 6:30-9pm, Old Spanish Nights Wine Tasting

A celebration of wines, foods and music true to Santa Barbaras Spanish roots. The historic De La Guerra Adobe Courtyard, site of the original Spanish fiestas in downtown Santa Barbara, will provide the perfect setting for this exciting evening of wine and food festivities. A large contingent of California and Spanish wineries will showcase their world-class wines accompanied by a spicy array of appetizers from top local restaurants. Colorful Flamenco dancers, accompanied by blazing guitars
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SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
ONGOING North County Farmers Market Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables, 805-748-1109 Atascadero:Wed, 3-6 pm Paso Robles:Tue, 3-6 pm Baywood/Los Osos: Mon, 2-4:30 pm Templeton: Sat, 9am-12:30pm ONGOING Bike, Hike and Kayak Trips Explore the amazing outdoor world of the Central Coast Outdoors. Ten unique day trips, including bicycling the legendary Pacific Coast Highway, hiking Big Sur and kayaking among the profusion of bird life in Morro Bay. All trips include necessary transportation, a gourmet picnic lunch and knowledgeable guide(s). $79-$119. Bike rentals available. Call for reservations. 888-873-5610 JULY 7-10
AVILA BEACH
ONGOING Avila Beach Sea Life Center 805-595-7280, www.visitavilabeach.com Floating Adventures: Students board a real boat to experience the Floating Laboratory, Marine Biologist for a Day or Whale Watchers programs. Program Options: Teachers and educators customize programs. The Marine Institute has created a very comprehensive program with several options. JULY 8, AUGUST 12
MOST SATURDAYS
First Crush Paso Wine 101

Silver Horse Winery An overview of Paso Robles' terroir and how it influences wine taste, how wine is made and an introduction on how to taste and evaluate wines while tasting several of the great wines that Paso Robles has to offer. 11am, $25, $20/Crush members, includes presentation and wine flight. Wines vary by the month. Reservations requested, 877- 82-CRUSH ONGOING 3RD SUNDAYS
Avila Baywatch Sunset Cruise with Alapay

Experience Avila Beach from the calm waters of the bay, while enjoying appetizers, live music with Steve Myers and Alapay wine. Always a sell-out, limited to 44 people/cruise. 805-595-2632, info@AlapayCellars.com, www.alapaycellars.com
Sunday Funday at Silver Horse Winery

Join them for pizza made by the culinary talented Silver Horse & Tassajara staff. Live music, spectacular wines & just a good time! 4-7pm www.silverhorse.com, 805-467-9463 ONGOING 15 Degrees C Wine Shop & Bar Templeton, 805-434-1554 Wednesday: Happy Hour, $3 glasses of wine & beer, 5-7pm Thursday: Spanish Tapas Nite, each tapa is $2, 5-7pm Friday: Oyster Bar, Champagne, Bubbles galore! Orders must be in by 7pm ONGOING FRIDAYS Friday Fun Nites at Rio Seco Music and extended wine tasting. Memorable, family-friendly evenings of good food, fine wines, great music and fun people all summer long. $10/BBQ tickets, under 12/free. RSVP, 805-237-8884 GOING FIRST SATURDAY Wine & The Arts at Ortman Family Wines A monthly celebration of wine and the arts with live music and an art exhibit. Free (tasting fees/wine by the glass $10-$12) 805-237-9009, www.ortmanfamilyvineyards.com ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER Friday Night Sunset Happy Hour at Mondo Cellars Wine by the glass and by the bottle. Enjoy live entertainment and reasonably priced gourmet catered appetizers. 5pm till Sunset. No cover charge. Winery, Bed & Breakfast and Event Facility, www.mondocellars.com JULY 1
CAYUCOS, CAMBRIA & MORRO BAY

ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk Spend an enjoyable evening touring the many art galleries along the waterfront on the Embarcadero in beautiful Morro Bay. Sample great food and wine and converse with the artists. Open late till 8pm, 805-772-9955, morrobay.org ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 26 Friday Twilight Hours at Harmony Cellars Mellow music. Gourmet snacks. A glass of wine as you watch the sun melt into the horizon. You are in Harmony. 5-7pm, 805-927-1625 www.harmonycellars.com JULY 2
2011 Central Coast Wine Classic

Everything from dinner at Hearst Castle to winemaker dinners. Featuring four event-filled days celebrating wines, cuisine, music, art and the lifestyle of the Central Coast. For the full listing of activities, see www.centralcoastwineclassic.org Highlights include: Thur: Barrel Tasting at the Avila Beach Golf Resort in Avila Beach. 2-5pm, $30. Sample a few of their yet-to-be-released wines. Sun: Reserve Wine Tasting at the Avila Beach Golf Resort in Avila Beach. The big showdown of some of the most special wines from over 50 different California wineries. 1-4pm, $45 JULY 14-24
Festival Mozaic
Five centuries of music on the Central Coast. Since 1971, international artists have come together to create orchestral concerts, chamber music, classical crossover events and engaging informative activies. Everything from the chance to get close up and person with musicians to orchestral evenings with musicians from the nations top orchestras under the dyamic baton of music director Scott Yoo. www.FestivalMozaic.com
Cambria Holiday Wine & Beer Festival

Cambria Vet's Hall, 1111 Main Street, Cambria A Cambria Lions Club sponsored fundraiser with all proceeds going to the Cambria Teen Center. 1-5pm, $25/includes wine, beer tasting and BBQ. 805-458-7661 JULY 23 Morro Bay Harbor Cruise with Claiborne & Churchill Morro Bay Enjoy a three hour cruise of the harbor on board the Papagallo II Luxury Yacht! Executive Chef Leonard Gentieu will prepare five delectable small courses designed to complement these delicious wines. Free commemorative C&C wine glass included. 2-5pm, $80, $70/Cellar Club Members RSVP, 805-544-4066
Friday Afternoon with Cattaneo Brothers Beef Jerky at Meridian

For over 60 years the Cattaneo Bros. family has produced the number one brand on the Central Coast. All natural style, sliced from whole muscle lean top rounds and made by hand. Complementary samples of Original, Black Pepper and Mesquite beef Jerky. 1-4pm, www.meridianvineyards.com JULY 1
ARROYO GRANDE
ONGOING Hopping Good Time at the SLO Down Pub Open mic Mondays and everything else from blues to bluegrass. See the whole calendar of events at www.slodownpub.com/event_calendar.shtml ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Ice Cream Creating ~ A Family Affair! The Doc Burnstein's Ice Cream Lab Show is a live performance that involves the whole audience! Live performances every Wednesday, 7pm, Invent a brand new flavor and watch it being made. 805-474-4068, www.docburnsteins.com ONGOING Winemakers Choice at Phantom Rivers The first Friday of every month join John & Linda for their Winemakers Choice tasting. John will be pouring his favorites (or mention what you like, and were sure he will open it for you)! 5-7pm, www.phantomrivers.com, 805-481-9463 ONGOING Arroyo Grande Summer Concert Series Rotary Bandstand in Heritage Square Park Enjoy the music and culture of the past 100 years while celebrating the Arroyo Grande Centennial. Bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a variety of musical themes. 805-473-2250, www.arroyograndevillage.org, 1pm, free July 4, 1930s: The Village Band & Central Coast Celebration Chorus July 9, 1940s: Bluegrass Music Society of Central Coast presents Birth of Bluegrass July 10, 1950s: 50s Sock Hop with the Mighty Croon Dogs. Centennial Block Party, Parade & Fireworks. July 24, 1960s; Merell Fankhauser & Friends, Surf Party Wipe Out Aug 7, 1970s; SLOfolks welcomes the Sherry Austin Band with opener Richard Green Aug 21, 1980s: The Great American Songbook with Human Nation, Steve McAndrew & Judy Philbin JULY 17 Festival Mozaic Notable Encounter with Tablas Creek Villa Filaree, Arroyo Grande They are sponsoring French Impressions with Scott Yoo and Anna Polonsky performing a violin sonata by Claude Debussy. For info & tickets, www.festivalmozaic.com, 805-781-3009
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ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Pinot Noir Blending Seminar at Wild Horse Winery

Templeton Learn the art of blending wine. Experience first hand what being a winemaker is all about. Sample Pinot Noirs from the Central Coast AVA and learn what terroir truly means. Each participant creates their own blend to take home. $50, $35/wine club. By appointment 11am or 2pm, Limit 10 RSVP, 805-434-2541 ext. 15, email leslie.churchill@wildhorsewinery.com ONGOING TUESDAYS
Twilight Tastings at Jada

Join them for their Twilight Tastings. 6-8pm, $20-25, RSVP, 805-226-4200 Menu and details on their website. www.jadavineyard.com JULY 1-4 4th of July A La Carte at Falcon Nest Winery Pizza, Shrimp, Steak, Chicken, Pasta, Sandwiches. Daily 10am-7:30pm RSVP, 805-226-0257 or info@falconnestwinery.com. www.falconnestwine.net JULY 2
Indulge Level 4 Winery Feature

Downtown Paso Robles A different winery each week. All wines will be available by the glass with a carefully paired sampler. 6-9pm, 805-237-2111 ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
4th of July Weekend Celebration at Niner Wine Estates!

Enjoy tri-tip sandwiches from the Hitching Post Restaurant in Casmalia (a Central Coast favorite!) and live music from Vance Fahie of Resination - a fantastic way to celebrate the holiday weekend! 12-4pm, Sandwiches /$15 each & include a glass of Niner Wine Estates wine, $10 /just the sandwich www.ninerwine.com, 805-239-2233 JULY 2
Patio Food Pairings at Opolo Vineyards

Join them on the patio every Saturday and Sunday for delicious gourmet pizzas from their wood burning oven, or for Opolo's signature Cevapcici sandwiches, all paired with excellent Opolo wines. Cheers! 12-4pm, $16 - $18/pp, 805-238-9593, www.opolo.com ONGOING SATURDAYS
Celebrate All Things Red, White, & Blue at Eos Estate Winery
Festive Americana buffet dinner by Trumpet Vine Catering, live music by SNAFU Includes one half-sized bottle of Eos 2007 Zinfandel, Summer Sangria Horseshoes & Bocce Ball, End the night on a sparkling note! Eos Wines available for purchase by the glass and bottle. No outside beverages please. 6-10pm $49/person, $39/Wine Club, $15/ kids 6-20, under 5 free. $99 Case Specials RSVP, 805-591-8050, www.eosvintage.com JULY 2
Tours & Tastings at Eberle Winery

VIP Tastings by appointment, $25. Complimentary cave tours every half hour 805-238-9607, www.eberlewinery.com ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAYS
Free Cooking Show at Idlers Hospitality Catering

Food samples, wine & entertainment featuring wineries and special guests 5:30pm, 805-238-7979, www.hospitalitycatering.net ONGOING FRIDAYS
Neighborhood Block Party with the Highway 46 West Wineries

At Castoro Cellars Join them along with their Highway 46 West Wineries partners for a fantastic evening of wine tasting, music and food. Get your dancin' shoes on and ready to boogie the night away with the AJM Band. Chef Phil Lang, owner of Bon Temps Creole Cafe and Catering will be serving up a delicious dinner of blackened pork loin with veggie jambalaya and all the fixins'. 6-9pm, $35, Tickets limited, Advance only. www.brownpapertickets.com, 1-888-DAM-FINE
Wine Down at Hearthstone

With warmer weather on the way, enjoy appetizers, music & great wines on their patio. Great food pairings & beautiful sunsets. 4-7pm, This weeks performers & appetizers at www.facebook.com/HearthstoneWines, 805-238-2544
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JULY 2, 16, 30 JULY 16
Art of Blending Wine

San Miguel At the First Crush Wine Workshop, you'll begin by learning how to evaluate a selection of 3-5 base wines for aromatics, flavor, texture and aging characteristics. After learning the nuances of each wine, theyll give you the tools that real winemakers use (graduated cylinders and Erlenmeyer flasks) and let you create several unique blends. You can also purchase, bottle and label your own custom blend. First Crush makes your custom winemaking experience simple and fun! Includes wine and cheese pairing. 2pm, (approx. 2 hours.) $50, $40/Crush Club members in advance. $60/at the door. Walk-ins welcome. 805-434-2772, info@firstcrushwinemaking.com JULY 3
2011 Cooking Series: Knife Skills & Cold Eats at Niner Wine Estates
Hone your skills in a hands-on cooking class exploring the season's most delicious cold dishes, including Ratatouille, Tabbouleh, chilled soups & homemade dressings. And all while exercising some new-found knife skills! Following, enjoy a sit-down luncheon in the club room. 11am, $60 RSVP, 805-239-2233, www.ninerwine.com, info@ninerwine.com JULY 16, 23
ONGOING FRIDAY EVENINGS THROUGH FALL Sips & Songs at Claiborne & Churchill Enjoy the beautiful Central Coast evenings while sipping on some good wine, enjoying local food and live music. 5:30-7:30pm, www.claibornechurchill.com ONGOING SUNDAYS, JULY 3 - AUGUST 21 Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series at Salisbury Vineyards 1-4pm, ByScotti will have picnic food for purchase. Free concert, families welcome, please no outside food or beverages (805) 595-WINE, www.salisburyvineyards.com July 3 Burning James and the Funky Flames July 10 Andrea Calderwood July 17 West Coast Jazz Cartel July 24 Nataly Lola also Central Coast Winegrowers 3rd Annual Cook-off at Salisbury, 12-1pm Cook-off with your favorite winegrowers (tickets) July 31 The Mighty Croon Dogs August 7 Larry Bagby August 14 SLO Mambo August 21 Viper 6 ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2
Opolo's 6th Annual Wine Making Experience

Gives you the opportunity to become a winemaker for the day. Taste, mix and create what you deem to be the perfect blend. 3pm, $115, $100/members, RSVP, 805-238-9593, www.opolo.com JULY 23
Red, White & Blues with First Crush

San Miguel Get patriotic and salute our freedom to pair wine with whatever cheese you want. Enjoy a special cheese pairing where theyll pair up a variety of blues with both red and white wines. 1-4pm, $10 805-434-2772, www.firstcrushwinemaking.com JULY 4
4th of July Celebration at Robert Hall

Eat, drink and dance under the 4th of July Fireworks. Live entertainment by the Tom Nolan Band. 6-10pm, $32.50/Cavern Club Members $37.50/non members,$15/plate for children (6-12) RSVP, 805-239-1616 ext. 24, www.roberthallwinery.com JULY 4
Yeasts & Yields Winemaking Workshop

San Miguel In the enology session theyre exploring "The Culture Club." Harvest is just around the corner so it's time to start thinking about how theyre going to ferment their wine. How does a winemaker choose which is the right yeast for each wine from the thousands? In the vineyard, "Veni, vidi, veraison -I came, I saw, I ripened." Veraison is the pivotal turning point in fruit ripening and development. Find out what's happening inside those lucious berries as they begin their final phase of ripening. 9am -12pm, $55pp, $44pp/Crush Club members in advance. $65pp at the door. RSVP recommended, 805-434-2772, www.firstcrushwinemaking.com JULY 23
Concerts in the Plaza

Mission Plaza Features the best local musicians from Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. Local restaurants and eateries provide snacks and food while Firestone Brewery and J. Lohr Winery supply beer and wine for purchase. Non-alcoholic beverages are provided. Bar and food vendors open at 5pm. Concerts 5:30-7:30pm, for bands see www.downtownslo.com JULY 9 Salisbury Vineyards Royal Tea 1pm or 3pm seatings, food presented by "ByScotti" Vintage dresses and hats for sale to benefit the Altrusa Club In honor of Prince William and Princess Kate's visit to the Central Coast Reservations: 805-595-9463, $25 per person JULY 9
14th Annual Fireworks Show & Live Music at Meridian

A fun filled fireworks show, Limited Release wines, picnic dinners by Cahoots Catering, ice cream by Doc Burnsteins and live music by the Damon Castillo Band. Bring low-back lawn chairs, blankets and extra cash for dinner and ice cream. Gates open at 6pm. $25/adult, $20/child (ages 3-17), 2 and under/free RSVP, 805-226-7133 or 805-238-0506 JULY 4 BBQ at Falcon Nest Winery 12-9pm, $10 adults, $5/10 and under. No outside food or beverages allowed. RSVP, 805-226-0257, info@falconnestwinery.com. www.falconnestwine.net JULY 9 3rd Annual Central Coast Lavender Festival Downtown Paso Robles More than 100 booths featuring arts, crafts, lavender, food, music and more. Meet lavender farmers and enjoy the perfume and beauty. 10am-3pm, www.pasoroblesdowntown.org JULY 10
Outdoor Concert with Guy Davis at Castoro Cellars

Join them for the ultimate bluesman in a great outdoor concert overlooking the Cobble Creek Vineyard. Special guest will be drummer Jeff Campitelli. Food available for purchase by Thomas Hill Organics. Doors open 6pm Show at 7pm, $22. Order tickets www.castorocellars.com, 1-888-DAM-FINE JULY 29
Movie Night "Under the Stars" at Robert Hall

"Rango" is the featured move. Enjoy the Paso weather with an evening movie under the stars! Hot dogs, hamburgers and popcorn will be available for purchase along with wine & beer! 7-10pm www.roberthallwinery.com, RSVP, 805-239-1616 ext. 24 JULY 30
Sensory Tasting, Barrel Tapping, BBQ at Wood Winery

A FUN Party! Just minutes from their Avila Beach tasting room, at the base of the Cuesta Grade in SLO. A beautiful creek side setting surrounded by grape vines, fruit trees & mountain barrel taste and dance to live music by Matt Cross. Unbelievable wine sale! 1-4pm, $30, Free/Wild 4 Wine club members. 555 El Camino Real, RSVP, 805-595-9663, info@wildwoodwine.com JULY 9
Outdoor Concert Up In The Air at Castoro

Up in the Air blends musical styles as varied as folk, pop, dixieland, bluegrass, latin and worldbeat. The result is a fresh and ultimately danceable musical experience with a conspicuously multi-cultural sound. The band has been playing along the Central California Coast for over 25 years. Don't forget to bring your picnic and stay a while! 1-4pm, Free www.castorocellars.com, 1-888-DAM-FINE JULY 10, 24, AUGUST 7, 21, SEPTEMBER 4, 18, OCTOBER 2
Calcareous Summer Concert

Mark your calendar for this amazing summer concert at the top of the world at Lloyd's Lookout. Light faire will be available for purchase. Enjoy award winning wines and great music by local band The Belmores! 6-9pm $15/person, $10/Wine Club, 805-239-0289, john@calcareous.com JULY 30
Concert in the Vineyard at Chamisal

We welcome 4 time winner of Best Band of SLO CountyStill Time with Special Guest, Sparrows Gate. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets. Full of Life Flatbread will be here with their signature pizza oven, along with Joses famous tacos and Doc Bernsteins Ice Cream. Benefits the SLO County Food Bank. Wine will be available for purchase by the glass and bottle. 2-7pm, $25 admission includes 3 wine samples. www.store.chamisalvineyards.com805-541-9463 JULY 15
Burger Sundays at Kenneth Volk Vineyards

On 46 West. They welcome back Chef Jeff Scott and his gourmet burger grill! Live music from 12-3pm and wine specials from Kenneth Volk Vineyards and and Lone Madrone. www.volkwines.com, 805-237-7896 JULY 14 AUGUST 13 Shakespeare Under The Stars River Oaks Events Ampitheatre, Paso Robles Experience live, classical theater in an outdoor setting this summer with Shakespeare Under the Stars,when the annual Central Coast Shakespeare Festival kicks off their 2011 season. The Festival will feature two lively comedies, The Comedy of Errorsand As You Like It. $20; Student/Senior (62+) $18; Children 12 and under $13; Prepaid Groups 10 plus $15, check web for show listings. All seating open. Bring lowback chairs, blankets. www.centralcoastshakespearefestival.org, 805-546-4224 JULY 15, AUGUST 19
Navigating the Summer Kitchen at Niner Wine Estates

Join their team & Chef Maegen Loring for an unforgettable culinary experience as they journey to the Templeton Farmers Market, acquire some farm fresh faire & then bring back the goods to their kitchen for a hands-on cooking demonstration, followed by a delicious luncheon! 9am, $100
PISMO BEACH/SHELL BEACH

JULY 4 4th of July Fireworks on the Pier Celebrate our nation's independence with music, food and a Grand Fireworks Display from the famous 1,200 foot Pismo Pier. 800-443-7778
Meet the Head Winemaker at Laetitia

Meet the Head Winemaker - Come on out for light snacks, Laetitia wines, live music & conversation with head winemaker Eric Hickey. No reservations required. 5-7pm, $10, free/wine club. www.laetitiawine.com JULY 29
SAN LUIS OBISPO

ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Movie Night at Edna Valley Vineyard "Under the Stars

Bring your low lawn chair, blanket and a picnic - no outside beverages. Popcorn is included, 7:30-10pm, $10, www.ednavalleyvineyard.com
Twilight Tastings at Jada

Three course mini meals each paired with a Jada wine. Make a reservation now. 6:30-8:30pm, $20-$25, RSVP, 805-226-4200 www.jadavineyard.com, info@jadavineyard.com JULY 16
Master the Art of Wine and Cheese at Tolosa Winery

Four cheeses are served using only artisan and/or farmstead products. Wine is paired with each cheese, utilizing the principles of balance and harmony. 11am-4pm, RSVP, 805-782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com ONGOING SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY

LOMPOC/BUELLTON
ONGOING FRIDAYS Olde Towne Market in Lompoc Food wine & music in the summer months 805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com
Bastille Day Dinner at J. Lohr

Celebrate Bastille Day with a delicious French-inspired, wine paired, four course dinner prepared by Chef David Page. 6:30pm, $90, $80/wine club 805-239-8900, RSVP, kim@jlohr.com, www.jlohr.com
Summer Music Sessions at Laetitia

Listen to beautiful sounds while you sip in the tasting room. 1-4pm www.laetitiawine.com
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AUGUST 12-14
Wine & Fire! Passport Weekend

The Sta. Rita Hills Winegrowers Alliance invites to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their AVA. A casual weekend of tastings and open houses highlighted by a Saturday morning symposium that will focus on the history of Sta. Rita Hills AVA. The panel will include the regions pioneers who initiated their AVA status; Richard Sanford, Rick Longoria and Kathy Joseph to name a few. On Saturday afternoon they will celebrate with a grand tasting at the beautiful La Purisima Mission in Lompoc where you will be able to enjoy not only Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, but several other varieties that are now being produced by their wineries and vineyards. www.staritahills.com AUGUST 13
ONGOING SATURDAY & SUNDAY Live Music at Oreana Winery Wine tasting and wine by the glass, 3-6pm, www.oreanawinery.com JULY 14-16
SANTA YNEZ
ONGOING Cachuma Lake Recreation Area Activities Santa Ynez Park, 805-686-5050 , www.cachuma.com, $8 per vehicle Fri-Sun: Wildlife Nature Cruises aboard the 45-passenger pontoon boat "Osprey" featuring 2-hour tour with naturalist. Call for schedule & fees. Sat: 10-11:30am. Naturalists and volunteers lead a 1-mile walk on the Oak Canyon Trail for all ages. Free with park admission. Sat: 12:30-1:30pm; Junior Park Rangers Program (ages 3-12) $2/child ONGOING Art at Artiste Winery Each quarter, Artiste releases two new wines with impressionist painted labels from the brushes of their featured artist. 805-686-2626 www.artiste.com JULY 30 St. Mark's-in-the-Valley Cellar Classic: An Auction of Rare & Fine Wines Downtown Los Olivos A live auction of fine collectable wines; a silent auction of other wines, wine-related gifts and lifestyle packages as well as bountiful gourmet hors doeuvres & live entertainment. All proceeds will go directly to the church to support its community programs and services. $100/in advance 4-7pmsteve@clospepe.com, 805-735-7867, www.SMITV.org
California Wine Festival

www.californiawinefestival.com, a variety of ticket options online only Thur: De La Guerra Adobe Courtyard Old Spanish Nights - Tapas and Wine Tasting. The night is charged with exciting Spanish music, passionate flamenco dancing and spicy tapas appetizers. Santa Barbara County's finest wines will be spotlighted along with hot Spanish imports! Don't miss this festive upscale event! 6-8:30pm Fri: Fess Parker's Doubletree Resorts Reagan Room Riedel Wine Glass Seminar & Tasting. Attendees will explore how the shape and size of the glass effects the perception of the wine on the palate. Conducted by an expert from the Riedel Glassware Company. Each attendee will receive their own set (to take home) of four varietal specific wine glasses (valued at $123) for the seminar/tasting. 4:30-6pm Fri: Chase Palm Park (near carousel) Sunset Rare & Reserve Wine Tasting. This romantic evening of rare wine tasting begins with a Champagne reception under the stars. Extremely limited reserve level wines are matched with gourmet appetizers from top local chefs, artisan cheeses, even fresh strawberries dipped in a chocolate fountain while live bluesy jazz keeps things super cool. 6:30-9pm Sat: Beachside Wine Festival Chase Palm Park Oceanside. This is the Biggest Wine Festival Under the Sunin Santa Barbara! A spectacular gathering of over 200 of California's finest wines from every wine region in the state showcasing a total of over 350 fine wines at our sunny beach front location. Over 2,500 wine fans will grab their glass and start swirling and sipping just a frisbee throw away from the sparkling Pacific, while live music on stage keeps the party going. 1-4pm
Vintage Pinot Noir Release Party at Foley

Lompoc Celebrate the release of their 2009 Vintage Pinot Noirs. A historic parcel located in the Sta. (Santa) Rita Hills region of the Santa Ynez Valley, Rancho Santa Rosa was formerly a thoroughbred horse ranch. In 1998, the 460acre property was purchased and planted to 230 acres of vineyard. The handsome stables have been refurbished to house the winery, with tremendous detail going into the planning of a modern facility, while honoring age-old winemaking tradition. www.FoleyWines.com
LOS OLIVOS/FOXEN CANYON

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Evening with the Winemaker at Los Olivos Cafe $15, 805-688-7265, 5-6pm, www.losolivoscafe.com ONGOING FIRST FRIDAYS
SOLVANG
ONGOING THURSDAYS
Free Concert Series at Firestone

Los Olivos Free event that you can enjoy with your whole family, children and pets are welcome to join. Wines and snacks available for purchase in the tasting room or bring a picnic. 6-9pm, www.firestonewine.com July 1: The Koles August 5: Burning James and the Funky Flames Sept 2: Do No Harm ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 31
Wandering Dog Wine Bar presents Blind Tasting Thursday

Challenge your palate and learn about wine at the same time! Every week features different varietals, regions, etc. No reservations required. 4-7pm, $15 Must be 21, 805-686-9126, www.wanderingdogwinebar.com ONGOING EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY
SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON

ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum Lots of fun including a train simulator exhibit. 1-4:30pm 805-714-4927, www.smvrhm.org/museum ONGOING
Live Music in the Tasting Room at Sort This Out Cellars

Keep a lookout for special band performances that you won't want to miss! www.sortthisoutcellars.com, 805-688-1717 ONGOING FIRST SATURDAYS
Artwork by Melissa Mahoney Vortices at Carina Cellars

Although Mahoney has worked extensively with oil pastels, watercolor pencils, encaustic, oil and acrylic paints, her current work is mixed media. The theme of her show is vortices, some of which are studies of an Enso, or Japanese symbol representing strength, enlightenment and the void. The result is a shape in the outline of a circle, which conveys balance of composition through asymmetry and irregularity. 805-688-2459, www.carinacellars.com JULY 2 Seed, Sow and Supper Rancho de Los Olivos Celebrates the rich culinary community of the Santa Ynez Valley with dinner on the farm. This years event features Jacob Grant, farmer and owner of Roots Organic Farm and Chef Michele Molony. 4-8pm Seating is limited, $125, www.syvjc.org, RSVP, 805-693-4243 JULY 16 3rd Annual Riverbench Triathlon, Bocce, Top Toss and Horseshoes Join them for what is sure to be a fun filled afternoon of top toss, horseshoes and bocce. Find your partner, name your team and get ready for an exciting competition. Sign up one team that can compete in all three categories. Prize will be awarded to winning teams. Good time for friends and family! 12-4pm 805-937-8340, www.riverbench.com
Friday Night Wine Down at Costa de Oro

Great way to start your weekend! Enjoy live music, wine tasting and cheese plates. 4:30-7:30pm, 805-922-1468, www.cdowinery.com ONGOING EVERY OTHER SATURDAY
Nate Latta and His Rockabilly Revue at Sort This out Cellars
An evening of Hootenanny proportions (at least what they can fit into a 10x10 corner of the tasting room). Come out for some uninhibited musical fun and enjoy wine specials and giveaways. www.sortthisoutcellars.com ONGOING Elverhoj Museum of History & Art Showcases Solvangs rich cultural history. Former residence of one of Solvang's most artistic families, now a community museum devoted to the history of Solvang, the colorful heritage and pioneer spirit of Denmark and the arts. 1-4pm, Wed-Thu, 12-4pm, Fri-Sun, 805-686-1211, www.elverhoj.org ONGOING Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum Houses a collection of vintage and rare motorcycles as well as European race bikes. The museum rotates some of the bikes each month so that the bikes on display are constantly changing and expanding. Weekends 11am-5pm and by appointment mid-week. 805-686-9522, www.motosolvang.com
Summer Concert Series at Costa de Oro

Every other Saturday through Summer they will host a special, out of town musical guest. Each musician brings their own blend of original music. 6-8pm, www.cdowinery.com July 9 Laura Meyer (back at CDO again!) www.laurameyer.net JULY 22-23
The Chardonnay Symposium

Learn California's wine-producing regions and winemaking styles and their effects on this versatile Burgundian varietal. Full-day tickets/$125, includes your choice of panel discussions, lunch, transportation, admission to the Grand Chardonnay Tasting, a Riedel wine glass and gift bag. $65/Grand Chardonnay Tasting Event only. www.thechardonnaysymposium.com Fri: 4-5:30pm, Sierra Madre Vineyard Tour & Clonal Tasting Join winemaker Steve Rasmussen and proprietor Doug Circle on a tour of Sierra Madre Vineyard. Barrel samples & finished wines presented and tasted with experts. Fri: 6:30-9pm, Sierra Madre Vineyards welcome feast featuring Chef Rick's Ultimately Fine Gourmet Barbecue paired with Sierra Madre's award winning Chardonnays. And bring your favorite Chardonnay to share! $95/clonal tasting & barbecue, $50/ barbecue only Sat: 9:30-5 pm, The Chardonnay Symposium Full Day Event. Two morning sessions at Bien Nacido Vineyards and Tantara Winery, with Wine Enthusiast's Steve Heimoff and Karen MacNeil, author of The Wine Bible. Full-day attendees are invited to a VIP lunch at Au Bon Climat Winery,12-1:30pm Then transported to The Grand Chardonnay Tasting Sat: 2-5 pm, The Grand Chardonnay Tasting. 60 wineries from Washington, Oregon, Sonoma and California's Central Coast at the beautiful Byron Vineyard and Winery. Guests will sample hundreds of Chardonnays paired with gourmet foods provided by local restaurants and caterers.
VENTURA COUNTY
JULY 30-31
SANTA BARBARA
ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting at East Beach Wine Hosted by a winemaker, winery owner or wine broker. 8 -10 wines to taste. 4-7pm, contact for current host listing, 805-691-1020, www.eastbeachwine.com ONGOING Cest Cheese Stop for lunch, wine, cheese and chocolate. Theyre starting to ramp up their selection, bringing in new and delicious cheeses, wines and various treats for all to enjoy. 825 Santa Barbara Street, 805-965-0318 JULY 2 The Lucky Sevens Party at Oreana Seven years ago they eased open the doors of Oreana Winery in the oncesketchy Funk Zone of Santa Barbara for a soft- opening with some barrels and a piece of plywood to serve as a bar and a credit card machine that was manually operated and there's been nothing "soft" ever since. Live music, fun food, new releases and more, with proceeds going to support the Unity Shoppe of Santa Barbara. 7pm, www.oreanawinery.com
A Taste of Camarillo
www.meadowlarkserviceleague.com/taste.shtml, weekend pass $135 Sat: Red Barn at the Camarillo Ranch A Taste of Camarillo Wine Auction Gala & Dinner. Presented by Meadowlark Service League, includes a live auction of fine and rare wines and more plus a gourmet dinner and live music by the Big Little Jazz Band. RSVP, $70. Advance purchase only. 5-9pm Sun: Adolfo Camarillo Ranch House Sample fine wines & gourmet foods. Enjoy live entertainment, boutique shopping, silent auction and cash opportunity drawing. Live music by the Tempo Cats and The Jack Diamond Band. 1-4pm, $75/in advance, $85/at the door.
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Artwork by Melissa Mahoney at Carina Cellars

Carina Cellars is excited to welcome the artwork of Santa Barbara artist Melissa Mahoney, which is on display at their Los Olivos tasting room. Growing up in a family of artists, Mahoney recalls that some of her earliest memories were of her and her mother sketching and drawing pen-and-ink still-lifes at the kitchen table. Thus sparked a life-long love of art, which continued through a BFA at the University of Georgia, and graduate work in Cortona, Italy where she studied calligraphy and art history. Although Mahoney has worked extensively with oil pastels, watercolor pencils, encaustic, oil and acrylic paints, her current work is mixed media. The materials range from traditional canvas and paint, to raw linen, modeling paste and foil leaf. I like the contrast of rough textures and distressed layers with refined, smooth textures like foil leaf and metallic enamel, said Mahoney. larity. Vortices draw into their powerful currents all that surround them. My series of paintings is inspired by this sense of energy, said Mahoney. A thought or idea sparks a creation that starts the transfer to a two-dimensional surface. Each piece is intended to convey a sense of motion and an energy that captures, and then transcends, the particular subject matter. Energy in its raw form, feeding the canvas with paint and modeling paste, utilizing color with shades of dark and light, will in turn invite the viewer to receive the energy, if they so choose. Vortices is on display through August 31 in the Carina Cellars Tasting Room at 2900 Grand Avenue in Los Olivos. The tasting room is open daily from 11a.m. to 5p.m. For more information, go to www.carinacellars.com or call (805) 688-2459, and you can also visit Melissa Mahoneys personal website: www.mahoneyartwork.com.
Convivial Enso, acrylic & modeling paste on raw linen
The theme of her show is vortices, some of which are studies of an Enso, or Japanese symbol representing strength, enlightenment and the void. The result is a shape in the outline of a circle, which conveys balance of composition through asymmetry and irregu-
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A Wine Garden?
Functional outdoor entertaining with style
If you love wine and entertaining, you will love The LEDGE a beautifully handcrafted, wrought iron table that easily attaches to pots, urns and even wine barrels. Its the perfect pairing of function and beauty! The LEDGE is the progressive dinner, wine tasting and outdoor entertaining creation of Fresno, California resident Sharon Duncan. I have always had a passion for gardening and entertaining and I found a unique way to blend the two, says Duncan. We often host dinners at our home and I wanted to create a sort of partygoers paradise, where our guests could relax next to beautiful pots full of lush plants in our patio sitting areas. I noticed during gatherings that people were holding their wine glasses and struggling to balance their appetizer plates, and that the need for more table space was apparent. I got tired of renting pub tables, cloths and centerpieces, then I realized I could make use of the beautiful pots I had on my patio, so I created The LEDGE! Now I can simply enjoy my morning coffee on the patio or host a dinner party, and The LEDGE is always in place. It is the most beautiful end table Ive ever had and I cant do without it! The LEDGE has excellent appeal because its as functional as it is versatile. Its available in three styles and can be used casually or made up to be chic and elegant. Whether youre lounging by the pool, relaxing in your garden or entertaining on a larger scale, The LEDGE makes is easy to Bring your garden into the Party!
Unique, Elegant and Functional its the perfect gift idea!

Tall urns can be easily transformed into wine bars for special occasions.
For more information on how to order, visit www.ilovetheledge.com, call (559) 294-3344 or send an email to info@ilovetheledge.com.
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Festival Mozaic Celebrates Pop Cultures Influence on Classical Music

2011 Summer Music Festival, from July 14-24, showcases seasoned musicians, emerging artists, and classically-trained players working in other genres, to bridge the gap between pop culture and five centuries of classical music.
Festival Mozaic (formerly the San Luis Obispo Mozart Festival) has announced its 2011 summer season, which marks the festivals 41st year of presenting intimate musical experiences on Californias picturesque Central Coast. The annual summer festival will take place July 14-24 in more than ten locations across San Luis Obispo County. To create an immersive musical experience, the festival chooses a theme each summer. This years focus is on the influence popular culture has had on classical music through the ages. This summer, were bridging the gap between popular culture and the music played in concert halls, said Music Director and virtuoso violinist Scott Yoo. Pop culture has always influenced the great composers through the ages, through fairy tales, literary works, the jazz age, film and even rock and roll. The 2011 festival presents works by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, Dvok, Ravel, Debussy, Corigliano, Copland, Poulenc and Grieg. Two world premieres will be featured, a new quintet by Patrick Zimmerli and a cello sonata by John Novacek. The festival draws players from the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, the Cleveland Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Baltimore Symphony and a host of fine orchestras across the country. Over the years, the festival has presented emerging artists early in their careers, including Richard Goode, Jeffrey Kahane, Hilary Hahn, Sir Neville Marinner, the Kronos Quartet, Bela Fleck, Edgar Meyer, and the first American premiere performances of Maxim and Dmitri Shostakovich with Mstislav Rostropovich, immediately following their defection from the Soviet Union in 1981. The 2011 guest artists in residency include violinist Caroline Campbell and internationally recognized pianists Orion Weiss, Anna Polonsky and John Novacek. The Festival also welcomes composer and saxophonist Patrick Zimmerli and percussionist Satoshi Takeishi. Performing in the Festival Fringe Series, which highlights classically-trained artists working in other genres, are Tango No. 9, a modern tango ensemble, and the Modern Mandolin Quartet, who specialize in bluegrass, Americana and other folk music for the mandolin. New this year, the Festival chamber players will perform on a Fringe concert called Classical Musicians Doing Decidedly Non-Classical Things, which will feature jazz, tango, bluegrass and even a little heavy metal. For tickets and schedule, go to www.festivalmozaic.com or call (805) 781-3009 or 1-877-881-8899.
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Preferred Tasting Room:
Tolosa Winery
by Brandi Stansbury
Tolosa Winery opened its tasting room doors in August of 2004. Since then, it has continued to be a mainstay in San Luis Obispo tourism. Thanks to its proximity to downtown, the tasting room is a nearby oasis for locals and tourists alike. Marketing and Events Administrator, Katie Noonan adds, It is a great advantage being so close to both downtown SLO and the ocean. We receive a lot of walk-in guests, including locals and tourists that may have never planned to go wine tasting but because its so close or on the way to the hotel or beach it makes for an easy stop, without turning the entire day into a wine tasting trip. We also find that a lot of locals love that its so close to come out for lunch or bring family and friends for a quick trip into the beautiful San Luis Obispo Wine Country. In addition to being accessible for those in the San Luis Obispo area, Tolosas tasting room offers a myriad of tasting option for visitors. From a traditional tasting at the beautiful glass bar to self-guided tours around the property, Tolosas diverse portfolio of varietals specially paired international cheeses and Tolosa wines. Four wines are paired with four cheeses and the serene setting away from the tasting room is a more intimate experience with the wines. Tolosa has embraced the significant and burgeoning demographic in the wine industry; the Millennial generation, by creating the Clique Social Club. Noonan explains that this is not a wine club, but a social club, designed to make wine less intimidating and more fun. Benefits of Clique include free wine tasting during the week, invitations to exclusive social events and discounted prices on wine, merchandise and events. A members only commitment is purchasing one bottle a month. Taking its name from the California Mission that anchors the town of San Luis Obispo, Tolosa, like Gum Alley, the Fremont Theater or the Madonna Inn, is a must visit for both tourists and locals. Tolosa Winery is located at 4910 Edna Road in San Luis Obispo and is open daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (805) 782-0500 or visit the website at www.tolosawinery.com.
(ranging from Pinot Gris and Chardonnay to Pinot Noir, Syrah and Petite Sirah to name a few) produced allow a wine journey for a tasters palate. On Tolosas gorgeous, modern patio, one can enjoy wines by the glass; a terrific way to enjoy the scenery and any particular wine they would like to savor longer. On weekends the options increase for tasters at Tolosa. Resident Cheesemonger, John Shakley creates an artisan cheese pairing with Danika from local cheese shop Vivant, where guests can relax in the reserve Heritage Room overlooking the vineyards and sip
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Brewer-Clifton Opens Tasting Room in Lompoc

Longtime local producer Brewer-Clifton has opened a tasting room in Lompoc. The tasting room is located at 329 North F Street in Lompoc and is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday through Sunday. Since 1996, Brewer-Clifton has produced Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines from the Sta. Rita Hills appellation. Co-owner Greg Brewer also produces wine under his diatom label, and is the winemaker at Melville Winery. Co-owner, Steve Clifton is the winemaker and owner with his wife, Chrystal, of Palmina Wines, which focuses exclusively on Italian varietals. For more information, call (805) 735-9184, or visit the website at www.brewerclifton.com.
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Winemaker Profile: Halter Ranch Winery
Kevin Sass
by Brette Ann Womack
Kevin Sass has been intimately acquainted with the Halter Ranch estate vineyard since 2000 when he began working as the Grower Relations Manager for Justin Vineyards and Winery. As a winemaker for Justin since 2002, Kevin has had the opportunity to work extensively with Halter Ranch grapes. Kevin, who grew up in Southern California, has two degrees Enology and Agricultural Business from California State University, Fresno. He will be working in Halter Ranchs brand new state of the art facility, set to be complete by the 2011 harvest. I am excited to be involved in the continuation of an amazing long-term project. My previous experience with Halter Ranchs grapes, combined with a new, state of the art facility, will allow me to showcase what Halter Ranch has to offer, expresses Kevin. Being a vineyard enthusiast, Kevin is most excited to work with Halter Ranchs expansive 250 planted acres. The vineyard boasts 20 distinctive varietals which grow in the unique microclimate of the property. Kevin promises to be entirely hands on with each and every acre; Each morning we meet to determine popular Estate Syrah which is sure to please the long time Halter Ranch fans. To keep cool during the upcoming warm summer months, Kevin recommends enjoying the Ctes de Paso Blanc. This Rhne white is a blend of Roussane, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne and Picpoul Blanc, which adds the necessary acidity to keep it fresh, explains Kevin. Its a wine not to miss; Kevin proclaims, if you have not tried [the wine], I guarantee you will enjoy it! Throughout the summer and into fall, Halter Ranch has plans to host several intimate events such as the Late Summer Covered Bridge Dinner where guests can enjoy a delicious menu paired with the estate wines. For more information and reservations, email info@halterranch.com or call 1-888-367-9977. The tasting room located on the corner of Vineyard Drive and Adelaida Road in Paso Robles and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and vineyard tours are available by appointment. We are all in for a treat in the coming years as the new vintages are released. Kevins passion for this magical property and obvious work ethic is sure to show in the wines!
where we will go next; it is micro-managing in a positive way. Looking toward the future, Kevin visualizes bottling Rhone and Bordeaux varietals that usually are used as blending grapes, such as Tannat, Malbec or Petit Verdot. These exclusive bottlings will truly showcase the wonder and complexity of the Halter Ranch Estate. Kevin continues to make the wildly
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WINE COUNTRY DINING
WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTHS
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One pretty reliable way to find out just how good the food at a local restaurant is, is to ask somebody in the restaurant business. Ask a bartender, a waiter, anyone in fact, what they think of Mamas meatballs in San Luis Obispo and their lips begin to quiver, their eyes roll towards the heavens, they sigh; that is how good Mamas Meatball is. Set in a small courtyard off of one of the towns main streets, in a place called the Old Creamery, Mamas Meatball is actually divided in two. On the right is the take-out where people line up to get their orders of meatballs and more. To the left, fronted by a huge-trunked tree and a water fountain, is the intimate restaurant with its mural of the Mediterranean across the back. Meatballs aside, the restaurant, under owner and chef Nicola Allegretta, offers a wide range of authentic Italian dishes, many of them now available in smaller sizes as well, a bow to the economy and his customers wishes. Among them are half a dozen soups, a long list of salads (including grilled salmon and a refreshing pear and gorgonzola), some wonderful antipasto choices, both hot and cold paninis (including, of course, one made with meatballs), more pasta dishes than there is space here to share (though the Ravioli di Pollo all Vodka homemade ravioli filled with chicken and served in a vodka sauce cannot go unmentioned). There is also a heady selection of meat and fish dishes as well as any number of traditional and specialty pizzas (now available in two sizes) and some far too-tempting desserts. Mamas Meatball currently has two locations. The original is in the Old Creamery plaza at 570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, (805) 544-0861. Mamas Meatball is also available for your convenience in the south county at 325 Pier Avenue by the entrance of the Pismo Beach Dunes, (805) 473-2383. Hours of operation are Tuesday to Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 10 p.m., closed on Mondays. You can order online at www.mamasmeatball.com. And, dont forgot they can also deliver and have very popular catering services, which work with groups (including weddings) of every type and size.
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Fine Italian Restaurant and Catering Mama's Meatball has specialized in creating seasonal menus by using only the finest and freshest ingredients. 570 Higuera St. Suite 130-135 www.mamasmeatball.com 805-544-0861
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Hand Crafted Meals by Chef Pandee Pearson Featuring Farmers Market Fresh Produce and Local Wines Minutes from town but a world away from the everyday. Located within the Monarch Club at Trilogy 1645 TRILOGY PARKWAY NIPOMO 805.343.7510 www.adelinasbistro.com
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The Ventura County Wine Trail Map Goes Interactive

The Trail Launches a Newly Enhanced Website Just In Time for Summer!
The Ventura Wine Trail has launched a newly enhanced website, featuring interactive maps, calendar of events, blogs, winery tours and more. Like the Ventura County Wine Trail Map, the website is designed as a full-service tool for tourists and locals alike, highlighting some of the best the county has to offer. Using the website, users can plan an entire visit to the area, complete with a shuttle-led wine tasting trip, hotel stay and dining suggestions. The Ventura, Ojai and Oxnard Convention and Visitors Bureaus have also joined in on the project, offering visitors a more complete resource for information on activities to do in the area. From artisan wineries, to dining, to shopping, to day sailing the website lists and categorizes each attraction in a short profile including descriptions, contact information, weblinks, photo galleries and interactive maps complete with turn-by-turn directions. The website can be visited at www.VenturaCountyWineTrail.com and followed on Twitter @vcwinetrial.
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On the Santa Maria Wine Trail www.santamariawines.com
Now open 7 days

Open 10:30-5:00 Open 10:30-4:30
5230 Tepusquet Road Santa Maria, CA 805-938-7896 For more information and directions: www.volkwines.com
2485 Highway 46 West Paso Robles, CA 805-237-7896
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All Eyes are on Project Wind-Chime

Imagine 50 wind chimes from 10' to 30' tall, all of which carry a unique artistic theme. The individual wind chimes (sculptural works of art) will be placed at wineries and other key locations throughout the Paso Robles wine country. The goal is to create an, over the top, art happening that will blow the socks off the artistic charts so to speak. Project Wind-Chime is the brainchild of American Artist, Dale Evers. The goal is to garner national media attention and bring an additional 250,000 tourists per year to experience the ongoing Exhibit, Evers explains. Paso Robles wine country is the perfect venue according to the artist. Paso Robles is experiencing an art renaissance of sorts. No doubt, the wine region speaks for itself while it continues its meteoric rise as a world contender as a producer of fine wine and culinary delights. Evers believes that the region has a unique opportunity to establish itself as a visual arts tourist destination as well. By adding a layer of intrigue through engendering a world-class visual arts program, Paso Robles could double down and bolster the local economy. In short, the idea is to bring more bodies into tasting rooms, restaurants and boutiques and add another dimension to the existing charm of our community. Moreover, the arts will benefit. The first installation was in June at the venerable Zin Alley Winery at the crossroads of Vineyard Drive and 46 West. Visual Art Pioneers such as Sculpterra Winery, Studios On The Park and Dale Evers Studio, have laid the foundation for cultural groath. We are hoping for others to share our vision to expand the north county art renaissance. If you would like to know more about the art of Dale Evers, log on to www.daleeversstudio.com and www.zapopanart.com.
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RiverStar Vineyards The Complete Wine Country Experience
RiverStar Vineyards is a 60-acre vineyard, winery and home to the Dutton Family. These family-owned vines, originally planted in 1992, produce elegant wines with great style and character. Originally a horse ranch, a two-story horse stable is now the home of RiverStar Vineyard offices and a three-bedroom vacation rental appropriately named The Ranch. The Back Porch, a cozy, private one-bedroom suite located adjacent to the Dutton family home, is the newest addition to RiverStar Vineyards Vacation Rentals. A second horse stable has been transformed into a welcoming tasting room where you can taste 100% estate grown wines that are extremely food friendly. Each bottle delivers rich flavors that will turn an everyday dinner into a joyful celebration. RiverStar wine prices range from $16 (Entice Blush) to $25 (2007 Cabernet Sauvignon) making these foodfriendly wines affordable to have at your dinner table daily to share with family and friends. In addition to the stand alone varietals of Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, RiverStar specializes in unique red wine blends: Sunset Red, a smooth blend of Syrah and Merlot; Affinity, a 2007 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel; and Allure, a delightful blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel. This summer brings great case specials on wines such as a crisp, fruitful 2010 Sauvignon Blanc ($85/case) and a 2009 Zinfandel, a wine with a sensual nose of blueberry and slight floral and cola notes ($99/case). Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the incredible view from the tables located just outside the tasting room doors. For Vacation Rental reservations or additional information, call (805) 467-0086 or visit www.vrbo.com/ #236997 or send an email to greatwines@riverstarvineyards.com.
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www.pleasantvalleywinetrail.com
SILVER HORSE WINERY 2995 Pleasant Road, San Miguel 805-467-WINE Open Friday-Sunday 11-5 or by appointment
Come see what everyone is talking about!
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Winemaker Profile: Salisbury Vineyards
Harold Osborne
by Michael Cervin
Salisbury Vineyards, situated in the maritime influences of nearby by Avila Bay, has created a unique wine experience that includes tasting their wine in an historic wood schoolhouse, and viewing art in the adjoining fine art gallery. Its a pleasure for the eyes and palette. But wine doesnt just happen, just like art which takes time to create, wine must be created and Salisbury relies on the talented hand of winemaker Harold Osborne. Osborne learned about wine by attending the two best wine schools in California at that time; U.C. Davis and Fresno State and started first by making sparkling wine at the well regarded Schramsburg Cellars in Napa for nearly a decade. He relocated to the Central Coast and has accumulated more than 30 years of winemaking experience here including Salisburys neighbor, Kelsey See Canyon, Masion Deutz (now Laetitia) and he was the first winemaker at Cambria Winery in Santa Maria. With a creative bent in the cellar he has earned the nickname, the wine doctor, and this doctor loves to blend wines. Im a blender at heart, because I make Champagne, he says of his experiences with sparkling wines which laid the foundation of properly blending different grapes to make the best possible wine. Blending a wine is just like mixing color and texture for a canvas. I wonder what it would be like to put wines together to see what happens, he says. Therefore youll see lots of blends like Rucks Red, a combination of Zinfandel, Syrah, Merlot and Petit Verdot, or Devil Dog, a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. I blend for the positive characters of each wine, he says. He is also influenced by his time spent in the Australian wine region and decided, along with many other winemakers, that cork isnt the best seal for wine. Screw caps provide the most consistent seal for wine. He admits. We know that every single bottle is going to be the same. The only reason (the wine industry) still uses cork is because of tradition. He also eschews over oaked wine and prefers to allow the fruit inherent in the
grape to be the same fruit in the bottle. It is that continuity that is important to Osborne, reflecting of three decades of area winemaking. Taste continuity in your glass at Salisbury Vineyards tasting room, located at 6985 Ontario Road in Avila Valley. They are open Monday through Thursday from noon to 5 p.m., and Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For directions or more information, call (805) 595-9463 or go to www.salisburyvineyards.com.
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San Luis Obispo County Mobile App Goes Live

State-of- the-art app makes easy traveling throughout San Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo County goes mobile launching its new mobile app, free of charge to users. Travelers and others can use this countywide resource for up-to-the minute tips on restaurants, lodging, attractions, wine tasting, events and all things San Luis Obispo County. More than 40 percent of consumers own a SmartPhone and more than three quarters of SmartPhone owners indicate they will be planning or taking a trip in the next six months. Timing is perfect for San Luis Obispo County to go mobile! Download the free San Luis Obispo County mobile app and turn your SmartPhone into a location-aware travel guide. The app is available on all four major platforms: Apple iPhone, Android, Blackberry and .mobi. Its like having San Luis Obispo County right in the palm of your hand. The new app also allows users to share their experiences and photos to social media networks while on the go. Browse the live
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Twitter feeds to read reviews and get the latest happenings in California's Natural Escape! Visitors and residents alike will find this app appealing for navigating the region. To download your copy go to: http://m.sanluisobispocounty.com/. The San Luis Obispo County mobile app was created through a partnership between the San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau and Discover Anywhere Mobile Inc. Discover Anywhere Mobile Inc. is a Toronto-based software development company focused on mobile solutions for the travel industry. The San Luis Obispo County Visitors and Conference Bureau promotes San Luis Obispo County through advertising, marketing, public relations and group sales. Its member base is comprised of over 500 tourism industry-related businesses including lodging properties, restaurants, wineries, golf courses and retail stores. Visit the web site at: www.sanluisobispocounty.com. For more information, call (805) 781-2530 or email brittany@sanluisobispocounty.com.
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Avila Beach is surrounded by gentle, sloping hills, which define the harbor from the landward side. Three piers define the look from the oceanside; two are open to the public. Guests enjoy leisurely strolls out over the water, and the pier-based restaurants, which always offer fresh seasonal seafood. Avila is also an active fishing harbor with many fresh fish markets offering live crab, and fresh seafood.
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The Central Coast Wine Classic Foundation is pleased to announce the grantees for funds from the 2011 Twenty-Seventh Annual Central Coast Wine Classic, to be held from July 7th through 10th, in Avila Beach, Shell Beach, San Simeon, Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles. From net proceeds from the Wine Classic, the Foundation funds specific projects for 501(c)3 non-profit corporations in San Luis Obispo County and Santa Barbara County whose missions are in the Healing, Performing or Studio Arts. Over the past seven years the Foundation has conferred grants totaling $1,615,943 to 76 such non-profits. Grants for 2011 will be conferred in early October in San Luis Obispo. For 2011, the Wine Classic Foundation Board has chosen the following beneficiaries: Avila Beach Civic Association, The Center for Nanomedicine in Santa Barbara, Coast Caregiver Resource Center in Santa Barbara, Friends of Hapitok in San Luis Obispo, Friends of the Atascadero Martin Polin Library, Friends of the Visual Arts & Design Academy in Santa Barbara, The Link Teens at Work Program in Atascadero & San Miguel, Loaves & Fishes in Paso Robles, North County Rape Crisis & Child Protection Center in Lompoc & Santa Maria, Northern Chumash Cultural Preservation Kinship in San Luis Obispo, Poetic Justice Project in Santa Maria, Santa Barbara Master Chorale,
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Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics, The Sexual Assault Recovery & Protection Program of SLO County in San Luis Obispo, United Cerebral Palsy in San Luis Obispo and Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care in Santa Barbara. Over the Twenty-Six-Year History of the Central Coast Wine Classic, it has been recognized as one of the top charity wine auctions in America and has been lauded by such eminent publications as Wine Spectator, which is one of the events annual sponsors, among others. A major benefit for San Luis Obispo County tourism, the Wine Classic hosted patrons from thirty states and almost two hundred California communities during the 2010 event. The Official Hotel venue of the 2011 Central Coast Wine Classic is now the Avila Lighthouse Suites, directly across the street from the beach and park in Downtown Avila Beach. The theme for 2011 is The rejuvenation of Avila Beach, with many of the activities taking place in and around Avila Beach. Activities include a Barrel Tasting, a Reserve Tasting, various Symposia on specific wine types, such as Malbec, Special Wines from Around the World, and Chardonnay from throughout California, as well as a Cooking Demonstration hosted by San Francisco Bay Area Culinary Icon, Narsai David, Winery Dinners, including an Outdoor Winery Dinner Concert at the Avila Beach Resort featuring world-renowned percussionist Airto Moreira and his Group, a Black-Tie Dinner at Hearst Castle, featuring Chefs Roy Yamaguchi, D.K. Kodama and George Mavrothalassitis from Hawaii, and the exciting Rare & Fine Wine & Lifestyle Auction, featuring an array of fine wines and unique lifestyle excursions in California, the United States and around the world to countries such as France, Italy, Spain, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. The full Schedule of Activities may be seen by visiting the Wine Classic website, www.centralcoastwineclassic.org. Information and reservations may be obtained by calling (805) 544-1285, or by emailing archie@slonet.org.
Come on in, the waters WINE

Enjoy award-winning wines at Avila Beachs first tasting room
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Central Coast Shakespeare Festival

July 14-August 13 Shakespeare Under The Stars
Experience live, classical theater in an outdoor setting this summer with Shakespeare Under the Stars, when the annual Central Coast Shakespeare Festival kicks off their 2011 season. The Festival is scheduled from July 14 through August 13 and will feature two lively comedies, The Comedy of Errors and As You Like It. All performances take place at the River Oaks Events Ampitheatre in Paso Robles. The Shakespeare Festival is the only nonprofit theatre group producing classical theatre, specifically Shakespeare, in repertory in San Luis Obispo County since 1997. The company runs two shows in alternate weeks using the same cast and crew members for both productions. This repertory system allows the company to broaden the context of their work with complementary shows; develop a versatile core of actors and designers; challenge company members to explore and expand their talents; and create opportunities for a rich artistic dialogue between directors and designers, working in concurrent shows. timeless classic tales that enlighten and entertain. Its easy to forget sometimes what makes us feel passionate about living. Theatre can remind us all to live a life full of passion. The company continues to evolve and grow, aspiring to create a full-time professional repertory company similar to the Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, Oregon. Their hope is to establish San Luis Obispo County as a destination location for quality classical theatre. This summer the Festival will present two of Shakespeares most light hearted plays. The season will open with The Comedy of Errors, one of Shakespeares earliest works, from July 14 through August 12. It is his shortest and one of his most farcical comedies, with the majority of the humor coming from slapstick and mistaken identity, in addition to puns and word play. The Comedy of Errors (along with The Tempest) is one of only two of Shakespeare's plays to observe the classical unities. The second play, As You Like It, will be presented from July 21 through August 13. The play is a pastoral comedy believed to have been written in early 1600. The work was based upon the early prose romance Rosalynde, Euphues Golden Legacie by Thomas Lodge. As You Like It follows its heroine Rosalind as she flees persecution in her uncle's court, accompanied by her cousin Celia and Touchstone the court jester, to find safety and eventually love in the Forest of Arden. The play features one of Shakespeares most famous and oft-quoted speeches, All the worlds a stage, and is the origin of the phrase too much of a good thing. For more information, send an email to info@centralcoastshakespeare.org, call (805) 546-4224 or visit the website at centralcoastshakespeare.org.
The Shakespeare Festival is strongly committed to the enrichment of the local actor, director, designer and technician, providing them the opportunity to work alongside guest artists from other areas. Artistic director, Zoe Saba, explains the effect live theatre has on the actors and the audience, Those of us who bring you the festival each year have our own particular passion theatre, she said. We are passionate about bringing you each season
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Living The Fantasy Life with Tessa Marie Wines

By Carolyn Turner
Abandon the search for truth, settle for a good fantasy. This saying graces each bottle of Tessa Marie Wines, created by up-andcoming winemaker Tessa Marie Parker. Tessa is one whos blessed to have found her fantasy early on. Of course, being born into a family of winemakers certainly helps, which meant that seed of passion and joy for winemaking was planted in Tessa from the beginning by her both her father and grandfather. Growing up, Tessa would help her father Eli Parker, winemaker and owner of Epiphany wines, as well as her grandfather, the one and only Fess Parker of Fess Parker Winery. After graduating from high school in 2004, 18-year old Tessa enrolled in the Enology and Viticulture program at Allan Hancock College, too young to even taste the wines she learned about. It was during her first harvest that Tessa discovered Sangiovese, and was instantly unique and flavorful. After getting a few harvests under her belt, Tessa decided to open up a tasting room in downtown Los Olivos in April 2010. The tasting room is shared with E&T Wines, a winery partnership between her father Eli (E) and herself (T). Visitors have the opportunity to taste both Tessa Marie wines as well as E&T wines, and will often have the opportunity to meet Tessa. My goal is to make good wine, said Tessa. I want to touch every aspect of the winemaking process a create wine Im proud of. Thats why my name is on every bottle.
smitten with this bright, bold, food-friendly wine. Sangiovese is my pride and joy, said Tessa. I have a lot of respect for Italian varietal and enjoy creating them with a California twist. This passion led her to create a delicious Vermentino, as well as Coquette, her flagship blend of Sangiovese and Syrah. Coquette means a flirt in French, said Tessa. I wanted to make wines that are true to myself: something different, cute, fun. Although her production is small (only 1,000 cases) each one of her wines is certainly
TESSA MARIE WINES Thursday-Monday, 11:30am-5pm 2901 Grand Ave. Suite C, Los Olivos 805-688-6081 info@tessamariewines.com www.tessamariewines.com Blog: www.tessamariewines.blogspot.com
Quality Craft Beers from Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.

This family-owned brewery started by Jim and Jaime Dietenhofer of Los Olivos, has been life-long dream in the making. Harnessing their Bavarian heritage the Dietenhofers wanted to create a craft brewery in the Santa Ynez Valley that focused on creating the highest quality beer and help add to a growing hop culture in the Central Coast. Utilizing the skill sets from award-winning head brewer A.J. Stoll and his brew team, Figueroa Mountain Brewing has been able to create a line-up of seven quality craft beers (soon to be more). The brew team has been able to earn multiple medals including three golds in a very short period of time (open since 2010). In addition to selling beer in draft and bottles on the open market, Figueroa Mountain Brewery has a tap room that puts the patrons a few feet away from the brewing action. Complete with a state-of-the-art stainless brewing system, customers can enjoy the pint of beer that was made in the same room and epitomizes freshness. An experience that includes live music on Fridays, and a complete food and wine list. Beer lovers may also enjoy the Fig Mtn Beer truck complete with taps on the side ready to pour. The truck can be seen at a large list of events throughout the Central Coast. Stay tuned to www.figmtnbrew.com for more information, or follow them on Facebook: Figueroa Mountain Brewing for the latest news and updates.
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LOMPOC WINE GHETTO

EVENING LAND VINEYARDS 1712-C Industrial Way, Lompoc 805-736-9656, www.eveninglandvineyards.com Friday-Sunday 11am-5pm, or by appointment From the vineyards of Burgundy, to America's west coast; taste Pinot Noir & Chardonnay from Cte d'Or, Sta. Rita Hills, Sonoma Coast and the Willamette Valley. Join us. JALAMA WINES 308 North 9th Street, Unit C, Lompoc 805-735-8937, www.jalamawines.com Friday-Sunday 12-5pm, or by appointment Winemaker Mark Cargasacchi specializes in Pinot Noir and Syrah from select vineyards throughout Santa Barbara County. LA VIE VINEYARDS 308 N. 9th Street, Unit D, Lompoc 805-291-2111, www.lavievineyards.com Open Friday-Saturday 11am-5pm(ish) or by appt. Mention this ad for 2 for 1 tasting Small-lot production Pinot Noir from multiple regions, delicious late harvest Chardonnay and Riesling. Stop by to meet the owner/winemakers and sample rare and unique wines of superb quality. Cheers!
Taste of Sta. Rita Hills

La Vie Vineyards
LORING WINE COMPANY TASTING ROOM 1591 E. Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc 805-742-0478, www.LoringWineCompany.com Open Friday through Sunday 12-5pm Were a small winery that produces tasty Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and whatever else strikes our fancy : ) PALMINA 1520 East Chestnut Court, Lompoc Thursday-Saturday 11am-5pm, Sunday-Monday 11am-4pm 805-735-2030, www.palminawines.com Palmina is a Californian celebration of the rich, wonderful lifestyle and attitude toward food, wine, friends and family that exists in Italy. SAMSARA 1500 East Chestnut Court, Unit A, Lompoc 805-588-6980, www.samsarawine.com Open Friday-Sunday, 11-4pm and Monday-Thursday by appointment Come taste Chad Melvilles extremely small production of Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noirs and Syrah's, all hand-crafted and made with the ultimate respect to mother nature. TASTE OF STA. RITA HILLS 1505 E Chestnut Ave, Lompoc 805-735-8774, www.tasteofstaritahills.com Open Thursday-Sunday 11am-5pm This is the tasting room for some of the finest and hard-to-find wineries of Santa Rita Hills such as : Clos Pepe, Ken Brown, Thorne, Gypsy Canyon, Hilliard-Bruce, and more!
Antonio Moretti is the creator and owner of the tasting room Taste of Sta. Rita Hills. His passion for wine and food goes back to his early age when his family was involved in the restaurant business. When he moved to the United States from Italy the passion became his career, and for the past 30 years he has devoted his time between managing restaurants and working in wine distribution. A few years ago, after visiting the wine areas of the Central Coast several times, he was so inspired by the Sta. Rita Hills that he knew he wanted to make this his home. After meeting and working with some of the winemakers and owners of Sta. Rita Hills appellation, it became very clear to him that he wanted to be involved as much as possible with the wine business that was quickly growing there. Upon tasting wines throughout the area, he realized that there were many wineries that were open by appointment only that deserved more active representation. So the Taste of Sta. Rita Hills was born as a way to expose these special wines to a wider audience. In addition, Antonio and his wife work with Steve Clifton to make their own label Moretti focused on wines made in a more European, food-friendly style. Visit Antonio at his tasting room in the Lompoc Wine Ghetto and taste some of the finest wines Sta. Rita Hills has to offer! Taste of Sta. Rita Hills is located at 1505 E Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc. Hours of operation are Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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The Annual Chardonnay Symposium, July 22-23

July 22-23, SMVWINES presents The Chardonnay Symposium, an insightful weekend of education and exploration designed to enlighten wine consumers, industry professionals, and media on West Coast wine producing regions and winemaking styles, and their effects on America's favorite wine. Now in its second year, The Chardonnay Symposium is the only event of its kind in the United States focusing on the golden grape and is hosted by the Santa Maria Valley Wine Country Association at winery locations throughout the Valley, with participants sampling hundreds of Chardonnays from Washington, Oregon, Sonoma and the California Central Coast. Sierra Madre Vineyards winemaker Steve Rasmussen and proprietor Doug Circle kick off the weekend on Friday, July 22, with a tour of their historic vineyard, exploring eight different clones of Chardonnay, specifically matched to each block. An in-depth panel discussion, highlighted by barrel samples and finished wines, will explore the diversity of Chardonnay selections and rootstock material, presented and tasted with experts in Chardonnay growing and winemaking. Friday night, Sierra Madre Vineyards celebrates its 40th anniversary at The Chardonnay Symposium Welcome Barbecue feast featuring Chef Ricks Ultimately Fine Gourmet food paired with Sierra Madres award-winning Chardonnays. Guests are invited to bring their favorite Chardonnay to share. Limited tickets for both the clonal tour and tasting and welcome barbecue are $95. The Chardonnay Symposium Welcome Barbecue tickets can be purchased separately for $50 per person. July 23, Saturdays premier, full-day event begins at 9:30 a.m. with two morning educational panel sessions at Bien Nacido Vineyards and Tantara Winery, a VIP luncheon at Au Bon Climat Winery and a Grand Chardonnay Tasting at Byron Vineyard and Winery with 60 wineries paired with gourmet foods provided by local restaurants and caterers. Wine Enthusiasts Steve Heimoff and Karen MacNeil, one of the foremost wine experts in the United States and author of The Wine Bible, headline two distinguished panels of speakers for the morning educational sessions from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.: The Great Oaked Debate and Taking Back Chardonnay. After the panel discussions, full-day Symposium attendees are invited to Au Bon Climat Winery from noon to 1:30 p.m. for a gourmet luncheon. The Grand Chardonnay Tasting takes place from 2 to 5 p.m. at Byron Vineyard and Winery. This expanded tasting will afford guests the opportunity to sample a variety of Chardonnays from 60 wineries from Washington, Oregon, Sonoma and the California Central Coast, in addition to Santa Maria Valley wines. Restaurants and caterers from throughout the Central Coast will be providing tastes of foods that pair well with Chardonnay. Full-day tickets are $125. Tickets for the Grand Chardonnay Tasting Event may be purchased for $65 separately.To purchase tickets or get more information, visit www.thechardonnaysymposium.com or email info@thechardonnaysymposium.com.
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On the Santa Maria Wine Trail www.santamariawines.com
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5230 Tepusquet Road Santa Maria, CA 805-938-7896 For more information and directions: www.volkwines.com
2485 Highway 46 West Paso Robles, CA 805-237-7896
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SPECIALIZING IN SANTA BARBARA & CENTRAL COAST PINOT NOIRS
LOS OLIVOS
Qup Tasting Room
Qup is a family winery sharing space with Verdad and several other wine labels. Under the Qup label we focus on premium Syrah and Rhne varietals as well as Chardonnay. With Verdad Qup focuses on Spanish varietals, producing Tempranillo, Albario and a Ros of Grenache. Based in Santa Maria, Qup was founded in 1982 by Bob Lindquist who got his start in winemaking while giving tours and being a cellar rat for Zaca Mesa, under the guidance of Ken Brown and Jim Clendenen. Bobs first vintages included Syrah, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Vin Gris a ros blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Bob would eventually focus on the Rhne varietals and Chardonnay and come to be known for a pioneering spirit. While using old world wine techniques in the winery, like whole-cluster fermentations and opentopped fermenters, Bob pushed for new varietals becoming the first to produce Syrah, Viognier and a Rhne blend in Santa Barbara County and the first to produce Marsanne in California. In 1989, the Miller family approached Bob with an opportunity to build a winemaking facility at the esteemed Bien Nacido Vineyard. Joined by his long-time friend and fellow winemaker, Jim Clendenen, Bob set down his roots and started what would become a premier winemaking facility and training ground for some of Santa Barbaras finest winemakers. Included in this is Louisa Sawyer Lindquist, Bobs wife and the winemaker for Verdad. Founded in 2000, Verdad has pioneered Spanish varietals
2905 GRAND AVE LOS OLIVOS 805-688-7406 thelosolivostastingroom.com
Vineyard Crafted Wines
V I N E YA R D S
Open daily 11-5, 2434 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos (805) 688-0400 www.stolpmanvineyards.com
Come see why Robert Parker, Jr. said... Production is small, but these wines are well worth seeking out!
Open Daily 11-5 2901 A Grand Avenue, Los Olivos 805-693-9644 www.AndrewMurrayVineyards.com
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Now open, every day from 11 am to 5 pm. 2367 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos 888-938-7310 www.byronwines.com No appointment necessary. Please call ahead for parties of 8 or more.
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becoming the first commercial producer of Albario in CA. In 2002, Bob and Louisa purchased an 80-acre ranch in the heart of the Edna Valley, naming it Sawyer Lindquist. They planted the property to Syrah, Grenache, Albario, Tempranillo, Marsanne and Pinot Noir. Additionally they decided to farm the property using Biodynamics, furthering their commitment to organic and sustainable farming practices. By 2008, the first vintage was ready and the vineyard produced some of their finest wines that vintage. In addition to making wines from the Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard, Qup and Verdad source fruit from Bien Nacido, Ibarra-Young, Purisima Mt. Vineyard and many others. Qupes wines are made in an elegant fashion, with a focus on balanced wines. Acid is a key component of the wines, making them food friendly and adding to their ageability. The Qup and Verdad wines as well as the Ethan label can be tasted in the tasting room located at 2963 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos.
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1711 Alamo Pintado Rd. Open Daily from 10am-5pm www.lincourtwines.com 805-688-8554
2963 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos (805) 686-4200
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Lions Peak Family of Fine Boutique Wines

A visit to the Lions Peak tasting room goes far beyond the experience of sampling its award-winning boutique wines.
With the location of Lions Peak Tasting Room being in the heart of Solvang, theres no need to close up before the day is over. Situated between restaurants and shops, this tasting room stays open until 7 p.m. so theres no reason to rush in or out. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, Lions Peak stays open until 9 p.m. Its the perfect place to stop by to relax and unwind with a glass of wine and complementary hors doeuvres and often times meet owner/winemaker, Jennifer Arant. The entertainment venues vary with live music or assorted DJ music. Be warned, if you plan to drop in for a minute, you may find it hard to leave. Jennifer and her staff enjoy talking to you about Lions Peak wines, music, arts, cuisine and would also love to hear about the adventures of your life. We invite you to have a premium or reserve tasting or try our Lions Peak wine by the glass. We are here to serve you and ensure that you have a great time! Lions Peak Estate is located in the rolling hills of Californias Central Coast where the fog and afternoon breezes provide ideal growing conditions for ripening grapes. The vineyard is renowned for a terroir that produces top quality grapes and some of the finest wines in the world. The Central Coast offers Lions Peak the opportunity to create wines of diversity with the regions endless range of growing conditions. As a result, the wines stand firm on their own merit and receive recognition for their outstanding craftsmanship. The family goal at Lions Peak has been to produce exceptionally fine boutique wines and Jennifer has personally been involved in the vineyard, the winery and the tasting room. As an added feature to having an extensive knowledge of winemaking, she has traveled to many of the great wine regions of the world; was mentored by Robert Lawrence Balzer (35-year food-and-wine critic for the L.A. Times); attended UC Davis and CalPoly, and has repeatedly won recognition for her wines. From these diverse experiences, Jennifer has created a portfolio of wines of unusual depth, range and character. Every wine tells a different story to the palette and every label tells a story to the imagination. We have developed a wine portfolio which wine tasters recognizeOur pride is our wonderful world of Bordeaux, Rhne and speciality wines, says Jennifer, which Lions Peak has produced, in small handcrafted lots. For us, the highest quality wines require well-contoured land, rich soil, carefully maintained vines, properly ripened fruit and conscientious follow-through. Lions Peak Estate Vineyard, planted in the early 70s, produces renowned Bordeaux wines which have received gold medals and best-ofclass accolades. Lions Peak Cabernet Sauvignon was first released in 1994 from 40-year-old vines one of the oldest Cabernet vineyards on the Central Coast! Service to our clients is our highest priority, she continues, and the dedication of the Lions Peak family is to have you taste our diverse selection of boutique wines and become educated in Bordeaux and Rhne wines. The tasting room, established in the late 1990s, moved to its current location in 2004. We pride ourselves as one of the pioneer tasting rooms in Santa Ynez Valley, says Jennifer. Come relax and indulge yourself in a personal wine tasting experience at the tasting room in the historic village of Solvang located at 1659 Copenhagen, Suite A; open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Taste the award-winning wines and discover their uniqueness. Since the very first vintage of Lions Peaks boutique wines, our family has continued, with great passion, to share our small-lot, exceptional awardwinning wines with old friends and new. For more information, visit the website at www.lionspeakwine.com.
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On Saturday afternoon, August 20th, the Sogno (Dreams) Del Fiore Ranch in Santa Ynez will host the Gathering II Wine Tasting and Dinner. This second annual event is a benefit for People Helping People (PHP) and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). The fundraiser features a champagne reception; tasting of numerous premium wines; and appetizer, dinner and dessert buffets prepared by renowned local and nationally recognized chefs. In the past, the Gathering was a private affair for members of the Fiores wine club. However, the Fiores wanted to give something back to the community that has so readily accepted the transplants from New Jersey via Orange County. We have found two charities that we really believe in and that make a difference in peoples lives and we want to continue to support them, said Fiore. According to Fiore, the Gathering refers to the events format which includes numerous chefs preparing fabulous dishes paired perfectly with exquisite wines. The wine tasting will include local and other California wines and those featured by Fiore in his wine club. This year, ten award-winning chefs have been invited to participate. Restaurants represented include The Ballard Inn & Restaurant, Brothers Restaurant, Chef Ricks, Full of Life Flat Bread, Trattoria Grappolo; Trattoria Uliveto, The Chefs Touch, Petros, Cecco Ristorante, and Di Paolos Italian Ristorante (Penns Grove, N.J.). More restaurants are expected to participate along with some well known amateur and winemaker chefs. Featured wineries include Alban Vineyards, Alta Colina, Arcadian, Baker and Brain, Caliza, Carr Vineyards and Winery, Emerson Brown, Falcone Family Vineyards, Kosta Browne, Grassi, LAventure, Melville, Paul Hobbs, Pisoni, Roar, Saxum, Seagrape Wine Company, Siduri, Sinor La Vallee, Torrin, and Villa Creek. The event will begin at 4:30 p.m. and costs $125 per person for Fiore wine club members and $145 per person for non-members. To obtain more information or to reserve one of a limited number of seats, visit www.sognodelfiore.com/events.html.
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Adelaida Cellars Paso Robles Daily 10-5 5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 805 239-8980 X Albeno Munari Paso Robles 725 12th Street; 805 239-9176 Alta Colina Paso Robles 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805 227-4191 AmByth Estate Templeton 510 Sequoia Lane; 805 305-9497 Anglim Paso Robles 740 Pine St; 805-227-6813 AronHill Vineyards Templeton 3745 W. Hwy 46; 805-434-3066 Arroyo Robles Paso Robles 739 12th St; 877-759-WINE Asuncion Ridge Paso Robles 729 13th Street; 805 237-3780 August Ridge Creston 8790 E. Highway 41; 805 239-2455 B & E Vineyards Paso Robles 10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815 Barrel 27 Wine Co Paso Robles 2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-237-1245 Bassetti Vineyards Cambria 1191 N. Green Valley Rd; 805-927-1925 Bear Cave Cellars Paso Robles 840 13th Street, Suite G ; 805-238-4329 Bella Luna Templeton 1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477 Berardo Vineyards Paso Robles 3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 Bianchi Winery Paso Robles 3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
CASTORO CELLARS Templeton Daily 1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725 10-5:30 Cayucos Cellars Cayucos 131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036 Cerro Prieto Vnyd Paso Robles 810 11th St, Paso Robles; 805 238-9456 Changala Winery Paso Robles 3770 Willow Creek Road; 805-226-9060 Chateau Margene Creston 4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 Chateau Margene Paso Robles 6996 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-3500 Christian Lazo Paso Robles 840 13th St, Suite F; 805 226-8820 Daily 11-5:30 Closed Tue By Appt Fr-Su 11-5 Sat-Sun 12-5 Daily 11- 5 Thu-Mon 12-7 Sat 10-7 X
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Eagle Castle Winery Paso Robles 3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 EBERLE WINERY Paso Robles 3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607 cluse Wines Paso Robles 1520 Kiler Canyon Rd; 805 238-4998
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EDWARD SELLERS Paso Robles Daily 1401 Hwy 46 West; 805 239-8915 10-5 EOS ESTATE WINERY Paso Robles Daily 2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 11-5 Falcon Nest Winery Paso Robles 5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 Four Sisters Ranch San Miguel 6961 Estrella Rd; 805 526-9242 Cypher Winery Templeton 3750 Hwy 46 West; 805 237-0055 Fratelli Perata Paso Robles 1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Frolicking Frog Atascadero 14490 San Miguel Rd; 805 466-0779 FS Cellars Paso Robles 1337 Vendels Circle; 805-226-8989 Gelfand Vineyards Paso Robles 5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Graveyard Vineyards San Miguel 6990 Estrella Road; 805 467-2043 GreMark Vnyds Paso Robles 5325 Rancho La Loma Linda; 805 237-0154 Grey Wolf Cellars Paso Robles 2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 Daily 10-7:30 By Appt Daily 11-6 By Appt By Appt Thu-Sun 11-6 By Appt By Appt By Appt Daily 11-5:30 X
CHRONIC CELLARS Paso Robles Daily 2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 237-7848 11:30-5:30 Chumeia Vineyards Paso Robles 8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 Daily 10-5
Cinquain Cellars San Miguel By apt 6404 Independence Ranch Pl; 805 400-5978 Clautiere Vineyard Paso Robles 1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 Clavo Cellars Templeton 315 South Main St; 805-226-0174 Clayhouse Wines Paso Robles 849 13th St; 805 238-7055 Daily 12-5 Daily 12-5 Daily 11-6
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3550 Vinedo Robles Lane, Paso Robles 805-226-9899 Open 11-5 Thursday-Monday
DAnbino Cellars Paso Robles 710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 Daou Vineyards Paso Robles 2777 Hidden Mountain Rd; 888 527-6455 Dark Star Cellars Paso Robles 2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389 Fri-Sun 12-6 Daily 11-5 Fr-Su 10:30-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
HALTER RANCH VNYD Paso Robles Daily 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 HammerSky Vineyards Paso Robles Fr-Su 7725 Vineyard Drive; 949 338-7813 By Appt Hansen Vineyard Templeton 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 Harmony Cellars Harmony 3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805 927-1625 Hearst Ranch San Simeon 442 SLO San Simeon Rd; 805 927-4100 HEARTHSTONE Paso Robles 5070 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-2544 Hidden Oak Templeton 4671 South El Pomar; 805 237-9315 Hope Family Wines Paso Robles 1585 Live Oak Road; 805 238-4112 Hug Cellars Paso Robles 2323 Tuley Rd; 805-226- 8022 HUNT CELLARS Paso Robles 2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600 J& J CELLARS San Miguel 2850 Ranchita Canyon; 805-467-2891 Fr-Sun 11-5 Sum 10-5:30 Win 10-5 Tue-Sun 11-5 Daily 10-5 Fr-Sun 11-5 Fr-Sa 10-4 Thu-Mon 11-5 & By Appt X Sum 10:30-6 Win 10:30-5 Fri-Sun 11-5
Black Hand Cellars Cambria Weekends & holidays 766 Main Street, Suite B ; 805-712-WINE 11-5 Bodegas Paso Robles Paso Robles 729 13th Street; 805 237-3780 Booker Vineyard Paso Robles 2640 Anderson Road; 805-237-7367 Brian Benson Cellars Paso Robles 2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 CALCAREOUS Paso Robles 3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289 Caliza Winery Paso Robles 2570 Anderson Rd; 805-237-1480 Caparone Winery Paso Robles 2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827 CARINA CELLARS Paso Robles 3525 Adelaida Rd; 805 835-9643 Daily 12:30-6 Fri-Sat till 8 Thu-Sun 11-5 Fr-Su 10:30-5 Daily 11-5 Fr-Su 11-4:30 or by appt Daily 11-5
Denner Vineyards & Winery Paso Robles 5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 Daily 11-5 Derby Wine Estates Paso Robles 5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 Doce Robles Paso Robles 2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766 Fr-Mo 11-5 Daily 10-5:30
Donati Family Vnyd Templeton Daily 10-5 Corner of 46 West & Vineyard Dr; 805-238-0676 Donatoni Winery Paso Robles 3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Dover Canyon Winery Paso Robles 4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 Sa-Su 12-5 Or By Appt Th-Su 11-5
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Carmody McKnight Estate Wines Paso Robles 11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5 Cass Vineyards Paso Robles 7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730 Sa-Su 11-6 Mo-Fr 12-5
Dunning Vineyards Estate Winery Paso Robles 1953 Niderer Rd; 805-238-4763 Th-Mo 11-5
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J. LOHR VNYDS & WINES Daily 6169 Airport Rd, Paso Robles; 805-239-8900 10-5 J. Paul Rosilez Paso Robles 4889 Dry Creek Rd; 805-226-0550 Jack Creek Cellars Templeton 5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 JADA WINERY Paso Robles 5620 Vineyard Dr; 805 226-4200 Justin Winery Paso Robles 11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 238-6932 Kaleidos Paso Robles 1990 Township Road; 805 226-0828 KENNETH VOLK Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46W; 805 237-7896 Daily 11-5 Mon 11-3, Thu 11-4 Fri-Sun 11-4:30 Thu-Mon 11-5 X Daily 10-5 By Appt Daily 10:30-5 X X
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NINER WINE ESTATE Paso Robles Daily 2400 Highway 46 West; 805-239-2233 10-5 Norman Vineyards Paso Robles 7450 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0138 Opolo Vineyards Paso Robles 7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 ORCHID HILL VNYD 1140 Pine St, Paso Robles; 805-237-7525 Ortman Family Vnyds Paso Robles 1317 Park Street; 805-237-9009 Oso Libre Winery Paso Robles 7383 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-3378 Pasoport Wine Co Paso Robles 5940 Union Rd; 805 239-2229 Peachy Canyon Winery Paso Robles 1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 Pear Valley Paso Robles 4900 Union Road; 805 237-2861 Penman Springs Paso Robles 1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 Daily 11-5 Daily 10-5 Daily 12-6 Daily 12-5 Fr-Sat 12-7 Wed-Mon 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-5 By Appt Sun-Thurs 12-6 Fri-Sat 11-7 X Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 12-5 Th-Mo 11-5 Fr-Su 11-5 Thu-Mon 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5
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Roxo Port Cellars Paso Robles Mo,We,Th 12-8 810 11th St, at Meritage; 805 464-0922 Fr,Sa 12-10, Su 12-6 San Antonio Winery Paso Robles 2610 Buena Vista; 805 226-2600 San Marcos Creek Paso Robles 7750 North Hwy 101; 805-467-9260 Sarzotti Winery Templeton 180 Bella Rancy Rd; 805 226-2022 Sculpterra Paso Robles 5015 Linne Road, 805-226-8881 Daily 10-6 Daily 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-5 or By Appt Fri-Sun 10-5
Sextant Wines Paso Robles Fri-Mon 3502 Dry Creek Rd, #B9-11; 805 542-0133 12-5
Kiamie Wine Cellars Paso Robles Th-Mo 1111 Riverside Ave, Ste 102; 805 226-8333 11-6 Kukkula Templeton 9525 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0111 LAventure Winery Paso Robles 2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 Fri-Sun 11-5
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SILVER HORSE WINERY 2995 Pleasant Road, San Miguel 805-467-WINE Open Friday-Sunday 11-5 or by appointment
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Lago Giuseppe Templeton By Appt. 8345 Green Valley Rd, 46 W; 805-237-7300 Only Le Cuvier Paso Robles 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-238-5706 Linne Calodo Paso Robles 3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 Fr-Su 12-5 Daily 10-4:30
Per Cazo Cellars Paso Robles 5325 Vineyard Dr; 805 227-4949 Pianetta Paso Robles 829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Pipestone Paso Robles 2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385
Sharps Hill Poured at Vinoteca, Paso Robles 835 12th St; 805 227-7154 Mo-Th 4-9, Fri & Sa 4-11 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Skyhawk Lane Cambria 821 Cornwall St; 805 350-5049 Stacked Stone Cellars Paso Robles 1525 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7872 Stanger Vineyards Paso Robles 5225 Hwy 41; 805 238-4777 Starr-Ranch Paso Robles 9320 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0144 Steinbeck Paso Robles 5940 Union Rd; 805 238-1854 Thu-Tue 11-5 Fr-Sa 11-5 Su 12-5 Fr-Su 11-5 & By Appt By Appt Fri-Sun 11-5
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LE VIGNE WINERY Paso Robles Sum 11-6 5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 Win 11-5 X Locatelli San Miguel 8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 Fr-Su 1l-4
Poalillo Vineyards Paso Robles 7970 Vineyard Drive; 805-238-0621 Pomar Junction Templeton 5036 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-238-9940 Pretty Smith San Miguel 13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104 Proulx Paso Robles 5424 Vineyard Drive; 805-226-2800 Rabbit Ridge Paso Robles 1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331
Loma Linda Vineyards Paso Robles By 5155 Rancho La Loma Linda Dr: 805 227-7172Appt Lone Madrone Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 Maloy ONeill Paso Robles 5725 Union Rd; 805 238-6430 MERIDIAN VNYDS Paso Robles 7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 10-5 Daily 10-5
Stephens Cellar Templeton Most weekends 7575 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-2412 11-4 Still Waters Vineyards Paso Robles 2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 Summerwood Paso Robles 2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365 Tablas Creek Paso Robles 9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231 Tackitt Family San Miguel 6640 Von Dollen Rd; 805 467-9490 Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 10-5:30 Summer till 6 Daily 10-5 We-Su 11-5
Ranchita Canyon San Miguel Fri-Mon 3439 Ranchita Canyon Road; 805 467-9448 11-5 Rangeland Wines Paso Robles 10425 Klau Mine Road; 805 674-9232 Red Soles Paso Robles 3230 Oakdale Rd; 805-226-9898 Rio Seco Paso Robles 4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884 By Appt Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5
Meritage Wine Tasting Paso Robles Sun 11-5 X 810 11th St; 805 238-9456 Mon-Thu 11-8 Fri-Sat 11-11 Midnight Cellars Paso Robles 2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 Minassian-Young Paso Robles 4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571 Mitchella Vineyard Paso Robles 2525 Mitchella Ranch Way; 805 239-8555 Mondo Cellars Paso Robles 3260 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 226-2925 Moonstone Cellars Cambria 801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466 Fri 10-5 Sum 10-5:30 Thu-Su 11-5 Fr-Su 12-5 or by appt Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5 X X X X X X X X
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Tassajara Cellars San Miguel Fri-Sun 11-5 In the barrel room at Silver Horse; 805-239-8511 Terrace Hill San Miguel 2620 Olive Poppy Ln; 805-467-1906 Terry Hoage Paso Robles 870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083 Thacher Winery Paso Robles 8355 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0087 Twilight Cellars Paso Robles 2740 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805-226-9907 Tobin James Cellars Paso Robles 8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 Sat-Sun 11-5 By Appt Fri-Sun 11-4 Fri-Sun 11-5 & By Appt Thur-Sun 11-5 Daily 10-6 X
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RIVERSTAR VNYDS San Miguel Fri-Mon 7450 Estrella Rd; 805 467-0086 12-5 RN Estate Winery Paso Robles 7986 North River Rd; 805 610-9802 ROBERT HALL Paso Robles 3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 Rockin R Wine Paso Robles 8500 Union Rd, Ste C; 805 835-8529 Rocky Creek Cellars Templeton 8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919 By Appt Daily Win 10-5 Sum 10-6 X Fri-Sun 11-5 Daily 11-5
Nadeau Family Vintners Paso Robles Fr-Su 3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 12-5
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Tolo Cellars Paso Robles 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282 Treana Winery Paso Robles 1585 Live Oak Rd; 805 238-4112 Turley Wine Cellars Templeton 2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 Venteux Vineyards Templeton 1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127 Veris Cellars Templeton 1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319
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AronHill Vineyards Morro Bay 845 Embarcadero Rd, F; 805-610-5751
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TALLEY VNYDS Arroyo Grande 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Daily 10:30-4:30 TANGENT VNYDS San Luis Obispo 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 Daily 10-5 TOLOSA WINERY San Luis Obispo Daily 4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 11-5 Wolff Vineyards San Luis Obispo 6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448 Daily 11-5 X
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Au Bon Climat Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10 BAILEYANA ESTATE San Luis Obispo Daily 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 Barnwood Winery Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE Bishops Peak Wines Arroyo Grande 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Center of Effort Wine Arroyo Grande 2199 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805 782-9463 Cerro Caliente San Luis Obispo 831 A Via Esteban; 805-544-2842 Daily 11-5 Daily 10-4:30 By Appt Fr-Su 11-5
William James Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10 WOOD WINERY Avila Beach Daily 11-6 480 Front St; 805-595-9663 Fri till 8, Sat till 7
Via Vega Vnyd & Winery Paso Robles Fr-Sa 11-5 2378 Adobe Rd; 805-423-2190 or By Appt Victor Hugo Winery Templeton 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 By Appt
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Addamo Estate Vnyds Orcutt 400 E. Clark Ave; 805-937-6400 ANDREW MURRAY Los Olivos 5095 Zaca Station Rd; 805 686-9604 Bedford Los Alamos 448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 Cambria Winery Santa Maria 5475 Chardonnay Lane; 805 938-7318 Tue-Fri 11-9 Sat 11-7 Sat-Sun 11-4 Daily 11-5 Daily 10-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Vihuela Winery at V2,Paso Robles Su,Mo,We.Th 11-5 840 11th St, Ste 104; 805-835-4304 Fr-Sa 11-7 Villicana Winery Paso Robles 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 Villa Creek Cellars Paso Robles 5995 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-7145 Villa San Juliette San Miguel 6385 Cross Canyon Rd; 805 550-0522 Vina Robles Paso Robles 3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812 Vines on the Marycrest Paso Robles 5050 Mustard Creek Rd; 805 237-0378 Vista Del Rey Paso Robles 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 Th-Su 11-5 Fr-Su 11-5 & By Appt By Appt Sum 10-6 Win 10-5 Fri-Sat 11-5 Sun 10-4 Su 11-5 By Appt
CHAMISAL VNYDS San Luis Obispo 7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463 Daily 10-5 Claiborne & Churchill San Luis Obispo 2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 Daily 11-5
EDNA VALLEY VNYD San Luis Obispo 2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 Daily 10-5 Kelsey See Canyon San Luis Obispo 1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 Kynsi Winery Arroyo Grande 2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 LAETITIA VNYD Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 Daily 11-5:30 X Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 11-5
Core Wine Orcutt Wed 1-5, Thu 4-5, Fri 1-8, Sat 12-6 145 S. Gray Street, Ste 103; 805 937-1600 Sun 12-5 X COSTA DE ORO Santa Maria 1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 Cottonwood Canyon Santa Maria 3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-VINE Curtis Winery Los Olivos 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 Demetria Los Olivos 6701 Foxen Canyon R; 805 686-2345 Open daily 11-6 Fri till 8 Thurs-Sun 10-5 X Daily 10-6 By Appt Daily 10-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Margerum Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10
Vivant Winery at V2,Paso Robles Su,Mo,We.Th 11-5 840 11th St, Ste 104; 805-835-4304 Fr-Sa 11-7 Westburg Cellars Paso Robles 3rd weekend 12-4 3180 Willow Creek Rd; 805 238-9321 or by appt Whalebone Vineyard Paso Robles Mon-Fri 11-5 8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 Sat-Sun 10-5:30 Wild Coyote Winery Paso Robles 3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 Daily 11-5
Monterey Street Wine Co San Luis Obispo 1255 Monterey St; 805-541-1255 Tue-Wed 1:30-7, Thu-Sat 1:30-9 X Morovino Avila Beach Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu 12-5 76 Landing Passage; 805-627-1443 Fri-Sat 12-6 X X NADIA Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 Daily 11-5 X X X X X X X
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Fess Parker Los Olivos 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545
PER BACCO CELLARS San Luis Obispo 1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485 Daily 11-5 X Phantom Rivers Arroyo Grande 211 E. Branch St; 805-481-WINE Sun-Thu 12-5 Fri 12-9, Sat 12-7 By Appt Daily 12-5
FIRESTONE VNYDS Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 Daily 11-5 X Foxen Vineyard Santa Maria 7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251 Daily 11-4
WILD HORSE WINERY Templeton Daily 1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5 Windward Vineyard Paso Robles 1380 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565 Zenaida Cellars Paso Robles 1550 Hwy 46 West; 805-227-0382 ZinAlley Templeton 3730 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0959 Zoller Wine Styling Paso Robles 525A Pine St; 805 226-9707 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 Mon-Sat 11-6 Sun 11-5
Piedra Creek Winery San Luis Obispo 6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 Pismo Beach Winery Pismo Beach 271 B Five Cities; 805-773-WINE
KENNETH VOLK VNYDS Santa Maria 5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 Daily 10:30-4:30 X Koehler Los Olivos 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 Daily 10-5
Pithy Little Wine Co San Luis Obispo Th-Sa 12-9 1037 Chorro St; 805 546-1059 Su 12-5,Mo-We 12-6 Rancho Arroyo Grande Arroyo Grande 1st Sat 591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 11-5 SALISBURY VNYDS Avila Valley Fri-Sun 11-6 6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE Mon-Thu 12-6
Labyrinth at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang 2717 Aviation Way; 805-268-4155 Daily 10-5 La Fentre Santa Maria 2717 Aviation Way; 310-977-5615 By Appt By Appt Fri-Sun 11-6 Or by appt
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Ancient Peaks Santa Margarita 22720 El Camino Real; 805-365-7045 Pozo Valley Santa Margarita 2200 El Camino Real; 805-286-7172 Th-Mo 11-5:30 Fr-Su 12-5 X X X X X
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Martian Ranch Los Alamos 8900 Alisos Canyon Rd; 310-804-1292 McKeon-Philips Santa Maria 2115 S Blosser Rd, #114; 805-928-3025
Saucelito Canyon San Luis Obispo 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111
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ALAPAY CELLARS Avila Beach 415 First St; 805-595-2632 Daily 10:30-6 X X
Sextant Wines/10knot Cellars SLO Mon-Fri 10-4 1653 Old Price Cnyn Rd; 866-833-WINE Sat-Sun 10-5 Stephen Ross San Luis Obispo 178 Suburban Rd; 805-594-1318 Thur-Sun 11-5 X
Ovene Winery Santa Maria (Tasting Room: See Solvang) 2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt Presquile Wine Santa Maria 2540 E. Clark Ave; 805 363-1966 By Appt
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Rancho Sisquoc Winery Santa Maria Mon-Thu 10-4 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 Fri-Sun 10-5 Riverbench Vineyards Santa Maria 6020 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8340 Sagebrush Annies Ventucopa 4211 Hwy 33; 661 766-2319 Tantara Vineyard Santa Maria 4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051 Tercero Wines Santa Maria 2643 Industrial Way, G ; 805-245-9584 Torrettis Family Santa Maria 2108 Quail Canyon Rd; 805-714-0622 Tres Hermanas Winery Santa Maria 9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451 Daily 10-4 Sat-Sun 11:30-5 By Appt By Appt By Appt Daily 10-5 X
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DRAGONETTE Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-693-0077 Epiphany Cellars Los Olivos 2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 E&T WINES Los Olivos 2901C Grand Ave; 866-688-6081 Evans Ranch Los Olivos 2901 Grand Ave; 805 688-0558 FIRESTONE VNYD Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 Fontes & Phillips Los Olivos 2362 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805 688-2200
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Clos Pepe at Taste of Sta Rita Hills Thu-Sun 1505 E. Chestnut Ave, Lompoc; 805 735-8774 11-5 Cold Heaven Cellars Buellton 92 Second Street, A; 805 686-1343 DVine Lompoc 107 Ocean Ave; 805 735-8771 Fri-Mon 12-5 Mon-Wed 12-10 Thu-Sat 12-12-
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Dierberg Estate/Star Lane Lompoc 1280 Drum Canyon Rd; 866-652-8430 Daily 11-5 EVENING LAND VNYDS Lompoc 1712-C Industrial Way; 805 736-9596 Fri-Sun 11-5
FIGUEROA MTN BREWERY Lompoc Fr 4-8 45 Industrial Way; 805 694-2252 Sa 11-8, Su 12-5 or By Appt X Fiddlehead Cellars Lompoc 1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 805 742-0204 Flying Goat Cellars Lompoc 1520 East Chestnut Court; 805 736-9032 FOLEY ESTATES Lompoc 6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222 Harrison-Clarke Lompoc 805-686-0850 Thur-Sun 11-4 Thur-Sun 11-4 Daily 10-5 By Appt X X X X
Kaena Wine Los Olivos Fri-Sun 12-5 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 107; 805 451-6037 or by appt. Lane Tanner Wines at Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6 Longoria Wines Los Olivos 2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 Daily 11-4:30
Zaca Mesa Los Olivos Daily 10-4 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 Sum Fri-Sat till 5
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Alexander & Wayne Los Olivos 2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 Daily 11-6 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
ANDREW MURRAY Los Olivos Tasting Room 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-5 Arthur Earl Los Olivos 2922 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771 Artiste Los Olivos 2948E Grand Avenue; 805 686-2626 Beckmen Vineyards Los Olivos 2670 Ontiveros; 805-688-8664 Bernat Tasted at Los Olivos Cafe 2879 Grand Ave; 805794-5217 Bin 2860 Los Olivos 2860 Grand Ave; 805 693-8537 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5:30 Daily 11-5 Daily Sun-Thu 11-7 Fri-Sat 11-8
LOS OLIVOS Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-5 Pacific Ridge Vineyards Los Olivos 2890 Grand Avenue; 805-688-1737 Daily 11-6
Hitching Post Wines at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton 406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X Huber Cellars Lompoc 4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 JALAMA WINES Lompoc 308 North 9th St, C ; 805-735-8937 Ken Brown Wines Buellton 70 Industrial Way; 805-448-3791 Lafond Vineyard Buellton 6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 LA VIE VNYDS Lompoc 308 North 9th Street, D ; 805 291-2111 Longoria Wines Lompoc 1700 Industrial Way, A; 805 759-4637 LORING WINE CO Lompoc 1591 E. Chestnut Ave; 805 742-0478 Melville Vineyard Lompoc 5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 Mosby Winery Buellton 9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 Fri-Sun 11-5 & By Appt Fri-Sun 12-5 By Appt Daily 10-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 Sat & Sun 11-4 Fri-Sun 12-5 Daily 11-4 Mo-Fr 10-4 Sa-Su 10-5 Fri-Sun 12-5 Sat & Sun 11-4 Mon-Thu by appt Thur-Sat 11-5 Sun-Mon 11-4 By Appt Fri-Mon 12-4 Fri-Sun 11-4 & by appt X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
QUP WINE at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2963 Grand Ave, Ste B; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5 Saarloos & Sons Los Olivos 2971 Grand Ave; 805 688-1200 Daily 11-6
Scott Cellars Los Olivos Wed-Mon 2933 San Marcos Ave, #101; 805 686-5450 11-5 STOLPMAN VNYDS Los Olivos 2434 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-688-0400 Tensley/Lea Wines Los Olivos Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun
BLAIR FOX CELLARS Los OlivosFri-Sun 12-5 2902 San Marcos Ave, B; 805 691-1678 Or By Appt Brander Vineyard Los Olivos 2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 Sum 10-5 Win 11-4
2900 Grand Ave, Suite B ; 805-688-6761 11-5 TESSA MARIE poured at E&T Wines Thur-Mon 2901C Grand Ave, Los Olivos; 866-688-6081 11:30- 5 Tre Anelli Los Olivos 2923 Grand Ave; 805-686-3000 Daily 11-5
Brophy Clark Cellars at Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-929-4830 Daily 11-6 BYRON VNYD Los Olivos Tasting Room 2367 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805 938-7365 Daily 11-5 Carhartt Vineyard Los Olivos 2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 CARINA CELLARS Los Olivos 2900 Grand Ave, A; 805-688-2459 COGHLAN VNYD Los Olivos 2366 Alamo Pintado; 805-686-2395 Consilience Los Olivos 2933 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 Coquelicot Los Olivos 2884 Grand Ave; 805-688-1500 Daniel Gehrs Winery Los Olivos 2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Thurs-Mon 11-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Sat 10-5 Daily 10-6 Win till 5
Verdad & Ethan at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2963 B Grand Ave; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5
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Alma Rosa Buellton 7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090 Ampelos Cellars Lompoc 312 N 9th Street, 805-736-9957 AVANT Buellton 35 Industrial Way; 805 686-9400 Babcock Winery Lompoc 5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455 Brewer-Clifton Lompoc 329 N. F St; 805-735-9184 Daily 11-4:30 Thur-Sun 11-5 Thur-Sun 11-8 X Sum 10:30-5 Win 10:30-4 Fri-Sun 11-4 X X X X X X X X X X X X
New Vineland/Pierdrassi Lompoc 1501 E Chestnut Ave; 805 736-6784 Pali Wine Co. Lompoc 1036 W Aviation Dr; 805 736-7200 PALMINA Lompoc 1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 Point Concepcin Wines Lompoc 1601 W. Central Ave; 805-735-7763 Prodigal Wines Buellton 92 Second St, A; 805-688-0476 SAMSARA Lompoc 1500 East Chestnut Ct; 805-331-2292
Casa Cassara Buellton Mon, Wed,Thu 12-6:30 291 Valley Station Dr; 805-688-8691 Fri-Sun 11-6:30
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Sanford Winery Lompoc 5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 Sweeny Canyon Buellton 805-688-2415
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Bridlewood Estate Santa Ynez 3555 Roblar Ave; 805-688-9000 Gainey Vineyard Santa Ynez 3950 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0558 Happy Canyon Vnyds Santa Ynez 805-686-0850 Harrison Clarke Santa Ynez 805-892-9711 Imagine Wine Santa Ynez 3563 Numancia #103; 805-688-1769 Kalyra Winery Santa Ynez 343 North Refugio Rd; 805-693-8864 Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez 4000 W. Oak Trail Rd; 805 688-7245 Roblar Winery Santa Ynez 3010 Roblar Ave; 805-686-2603 Sunstone Santa Ynez 125 Refugio Rd; 800-313-9463 Vogelzang Vineyard Happy Canyon 805 568-0900 Daily 10-5 Daily 10-5 By Appt By Appt Daily 11-5 Mo-Fr 11-5 Sa-Su 10-5 By Appt Sat-Sun 11-5 Mon-Fri 11-4 Daily 10-4 By Appt X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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Bella Victorian Vineyard Camarillo We-Th 11:30-7 2135 E. Ventura Blvd; 805-383-8800 Fr-Sat11:30-8,Su11:30-4 Camarillo Custom Crush Camarillo 300 S. Lewis Rd, Ste C; 805-484-0597 Cantara Cellars Camarillo 126 N. Wood Rd, Ste 104; 805-484-9600 Casa Barranca Ojai 208 E. Ojai Ave; 805-640-1255 Giessinger Winery Fillmore 365 Santa Clara St; 805-524-5000 Herzog Wine Cellars Oxnard 3201 Camino Del Sol; 805-938-1560 Sat-Sun 11-5 Wed-Sun 11-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
TASTE OF STA RITA HILLS Lompoc Thu-Sun 1505 E Chestnut Ave; 805 735-8774 11-5 Thorne Wines Buellton, poured at Avant Thur-Sun 35 Industrial Way; 805 686-0911 11-8 X ZOTOVICH Lompoc Thur-Sun 1500 E Chestnut Ct, Ste D; 805 736-1600 10-5
Wed, Thu, Sun 12-6 Fri, Sat 12-8 Mon-Thur 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-6:30 Sun-Thu 10:30-9 Fri 10:30-5 Sat-Sun 11-6 Daily 10-9 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-6 And By Appt
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Au Bon Climat at Taste of the Valleys 1672 Mission Drive; 805 937-9801 Su-Th 12-9 Fr-Sa 12-10 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Baehner-Fournier Vineyard tasted at Wandering Dog 1539 Mission Dr, Solvang; 805-688-7118 Daily 11-7 Blackjack Ranch Solvang 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412 Buttonwood Farm Solvang 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd; 800-715-1404 CARIVINTAS WINERY Solvang 476 First St; 805 693-4331 DAlfonso Curran Solvang 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 11-5 Sun-Wed 12-7 Thu-Sat 12-10 Mon-Fri 11-5 Sat-Sun 10-5
Magnavino Cellars Downtown Oxnard 961 N. Rice Ave; 805 938-2500 Ojai Beverage Co. & Tasting Rm Ojai 655 E. Ojai Ave; 805 646-1700 Old Creek Ranch Winery Ojai Valley 10024 Old Creek Rd; 805-649-4132 Rancho Ventavo Cellars Oxnard 741 South A Street, 805 483-8084
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Au Bon Climat Santa Barbara 813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 Carr Vineyards Santa Barbara 414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985 Conway Family Wines Santa Barbara 217 G Stearns Wharf; 805 618-1185 Corks n Crowns Santa Barbara 32 Anacapa St; 805 963-1221 Cottonwood Canyon Santa Barbara 224 Anacapa St, Ste 1A; 805 963-1221 Giessinger Santa Barbara 212 State St; 805-568-0820 Daily Noon-6 Daily 11-6 Thu-Sat 11-8 Daily 11-7 Daily 11-6 Thu-Sun 10:30-6 Mo-Th 12-7 Fr 12-7:30 Sa-Sun 11-8 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Dascomb Cellars Solvang Mon, Thu, Fri 2-7 1659 Copenhagen Dr, C; 805 691-9175 Sat-Sun 12-7 Gioia - Solvang 805 689-7219 LINCOURT VINEYARDS Solvang 1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554 LIONS PEAK VNYDS Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 Lucas & Lewellen Solvang 1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 Presidio Vineyard Solvang 1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 Rideau Vineyard Solvang 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 Royal Oaks Solvang 1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740 Rusack Vineyard Solvang 1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 SEVTAP WINERY Solvang 1576 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-9200 Shoestring Winery Solvang 800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 By Appt Daily 10-5 Mon-Thu 11-7 Fri-Sun 11-9 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-6 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-5 Thurs-Mon 10-6 Fr-Su 10-4
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Jaffurs Wine Cellars Santa Barbara Win Fri-Mon 11-5 819 East Montectio St; 805-962-7003 Sum Daily 11-5 Kalyra by the Sea Santa Barbara 212 State St; 805-695-8606 Kunin Wines Santa Barbara 28 Anacapa St, Suite A; 805 963-9633 Margerum Santa Barbara 813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 MunicipalWineCo Santa Barbara 28 Anacapa Street; 805 931-6864 Oreana Winery Santa Barbara 205 Anacapa St; 805-962-5857 Santa Barbara Winery Santa Barbara 202 Anacapa St; 805-963-3633 Silver Wines Santa Barbara 724 Reddick St; 805-963-3052 SUMMERLAND Summerland 2330 Lillie Ave; 805-565-WINE Whitcraft Winery Santa Barbara 36A S. Calle Cesar Chavez; 805-730-1680 Mo-Th 12-7 Fr-Su 12-8 Daily 11-6 Daily Noon-6 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5 Daily 10 - 5 By Appt Daily 11-6 Fri-Sun 12-4 Mon-Thu By Appt
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SORT THIS OUT CELLARS Solvang Sun-Thu 10-7 1636 Copenhagen Dr; 805-688-1717 Fri-Sat 10-10 Toccata (Mandolina) Wines Solvang 1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506 Daily 11-5:30
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