Central Coast - November 2011

SERVING SAN LUIS OBISPO & SANTA BARBARA COUNTIES
NOVEMBER 2011
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Los Angeles 207 3hrs 33min
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Wine Country Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
PLEASANT VALLEY WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25
DOWNTOWN PASO ROBLES Paso Wine Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
WESTSIDE PASO ROBLES Venteux Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
SAN LUIS OBISPOWINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
AVILA BEACHWINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33
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NORTHERN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
SANTA MARIAVALLEY WINERIES Sierra Madre Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-37
LOS OLIVOS WINERIES Lincourt Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39
SOLVANGWINERIES Lions Peak Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-41
SANTA BARBARAWINERIES MAP Conway Family Wines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
WINERY LISTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43-47
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by Brette Ann Womack
Tucked away in the middle of the historic Filipponi Ranch, Per
Bacco Cellars is a hidden gem in the San Luis Obispo wine country.
Per Bacco is the product of a passion of premium wines held by two
individuals: Craig Shannon, owner and winemaker, is a third genera-
tion vineyard manager while Marco Rizzo, owner, also owns Caf
Roma, an Italian restaurant in San Luis Obispo. Their love for quality
wine without pretention is made obvious upon visiting the cellar. Per
Bacco is a destination worthy of the modest ride out to the Filipponi
Ranch.
The tasting room is located inside the cellar which makes for a
uniquely authentic wine tasting experience. Often, winemaker Craig is
working on future releases just a few feet from the tasting bar. Daily
from 11 a.m to 5 p.m., a selection of Per Bacco wines are presented
and guests may choose up to five of these wines to taste. Included are
samplings of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir; both are made from
premium grapes sourced from vineyards in the Edna Valley region.
The 2008 Edna Valley Chardonnay is a beautiful example of a Cali-
fornia Chardonnay with rich notes of tropical fruit and dense texture.
The San Francisco Chronicle awarded this wine with a silver medal.
Per Bacco sources Pinot Noir from Laetitia Vineyards in the cool
coastal Arroyo Grande valley. These grapes were used in Per Baccos
2007 Arroyo Grande Pinot Noir which was awarded a double gold
from the San Francisco Chronicle. The fruit from Laetitia Vineyards
also produces Per Baccos flagship wine, the Dionysus Pinot Noir.
Craig selects barrels that stand out among the entire lot and bottles the
wine separately under the Dionysus label. The wine is surprisingly
bold while, at the same time, exceptionally balanced and is extremely
limited with only around 85 cases produced. From time to time, Per
Baccos limited release wines are available at outstanding discounts.
Currently, this is the case for the 2008 Pinot Grigio which is on sale
for $70 per case! Everyday red wines are also frequently available.
Rosetto red wine is an interesting blend of 80% Pinot Noir and 20%
Syrah. The wine is bright and acidic, perfect for any Italian inspired
meal.
After wine tasting, guests are encouraged to enjoy the scenic
grounds surrounding the cellar. Two majestic Sycamore trees tower
over picnic tables, a bocce ball court and horse shoes. The charming
area is ideal for enjoying an afternoon picnic, and it is a relaxing area
for guests and wine club members to enjoy Per Bacco wines. Wine
club members are fondly referred to as La Famiglia and are welcome
to visit the cellar for complimentary wine tasting. Marco shares family
recipes with La Famiglia and performs mozzarella making demon-
strations at wine club pick up parties.
Per Baccos casual and friendly atmosphere is heightened by the
award-winning wine selection. The tasting room is open year round
and will surely charm all wine tasters as soon as they enter the cellar.
Per Bacco is an expression of surprise which is exactly what guests
will say upon first sip!
Per Bacco Cellars
Elegance. Complexity. Depth.
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Thanksgiving dinner poses an interesting dilemma for the
wine-pairing enthusiast. Do the broad variety of flavors from the
multitude of side dishes like potatoes, vegetables, stuffing, gravy
and cranberries make it impossible to pick one wine that comple-
ments everything, or do they just offer more opportunities to get
at least one of them to match perfectly?
In my opinion, Thanksgiving dinner is not the occasion to
serve a wine of great finesse or nuance. So, forget about that great
vintage Bordeaux or delicate Pinot Noir. Too many of the side
dishes, not to mention a flavorful roasted turkey, will just over-
power these types of wines. My approach to choosing wine for
Thanksgiving is to go for the big red wine. Whats more, I like to
stick with an American wine to go along with this all-American
holiday.
Heres where big red Zinfandels and Syrahs come to the rescue.
After smothering your plate with big food, you need a big wine to
follow up. The Zinfandel grape, commonly regarded as Americas
grape, has many interesting, powerful, flavors that come through
regardless of how eclectic your meal is. Think of dark berries,
spices and black pepper when considering Zinfandel.
One word of caution when consuming big red Zinfandels or
Syrahs: alcohol content in these wines is often equally big, some-
times as high as 18%, compared to typical wines having 13%-14%.
The reason is partly out of necessity. The bigger the flavors
become, the more the wine has to be balanced, weight-wise, in
your mouth, with other components, like alcohol, tannin and
acidity.
If you would like to also offer a white wine with Thanksgiving
dinner, I suggest a dry Riesling for its versatility in pairing with
many dishes and its ability to cleanse the palate with refreshing
acidity. Riesling is made in both a dry and semi-sweet style, and
this is not always stated on the label. Be sure to check with your
wine retailer when selecting it.
I N T E L L I G E N C E F O R T H E WI N E C O N S U ME R
by Len Napolitano
What wines go best with Thanksgiving dinner?
Len Napolitano lives in San Luis Obispo County and is certified in wine by the Society of Wine Educators,
Wine & Spirits Education Trust and Chicago Wine School and continually gains knowledge from his frequent contact
with California winemakers. More information is on his website, www.wineology.com.
Send your questions about wine to: wineologist@earthlink.net or by mail to Len Napolitano in care of
Wine Country This Week magazine. Wineology is a registered trademark of Len Napolitano.
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by Allison Levine
In 1979, Hoy Buell started Greenheart Farms. Today, its one of
Californias leading vegetable plug transplant producers and one of the
largest nurseries in the nation. Growing a wide variety of flowers,
cyclamen, poinsettias, roses, herbs and vegetable transplants for
farmers and wholesalers, wine grape plants were a natural addition.
By 1998, Hoy was growing and grafting hundreds of acres of wine
grape plants for local growers. However, Hoys personal love of wine
gave rise to planting his own vines in 1999 and by 2003, Hearthstone
Vineyard produced its first vintage.
Hearthstone Vineyards is located in the Adelaida region on the west
side of Paso Robles wine country. The Adelaida hills are on the east
side of the Santa Lucia Mountains, which provide a 3000-foot wall
between the ocean and the vineyard. The region experiences notable
diurnal temperature swings during the ripening season of July, August
and September. A typical day will vary 45 degrees between day and
night temperatures. The slightly higher elevation, rugged and rocky
limestone hillside and dynamic weather conditions contribute to the
uniqueness of the area and produce quality wines.
The distinctiveness of the Adelaida region is why a lot of varietals
can grow in the area. According to Hoy, diversity is more inter-
esting and he encourages this diversity by growing 20 different vari-
eties of grapes and various clones of each grape. Varietals include
Zinfandel, Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Tempranillo, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese,
Brunello, Viognier and Rousanne. The variety of grapes allows for a
broad range of wines and styles.
A boutique operation, Hearthstone wines are made by a passionate
team that is dedicated to sustainable farming and hands-on produc-
tion. Owner Hoy Buell is a Cal Poly graduate and a career horticultur-
alist whose expertise about planting and growing enable the grapes to
grow to their highest quality. Hoy is joined by winemaker Paul Ayers,
who, with 20 years of experience making wines, makes sure that the
wines represent the high quality fruit coming from the vineyard. In
the vineyard we observe and nurture the natural alchemy of sunlight,
clone and stone. In the winery, we watch, wonder and safeguard the
wine as its unique burgeoning identity emerges and matures, says
Hoy Buell.
The exceptional quality of Hearthstone wines is reflected in the
number of awards they have won at competitions around the country
in the past year. At the 2011 San Francisco International Wine
Competition, the 2008 Pinot Noir took home a gold medal. The 2007
Pearl (Roussane, Viognier) won gold medals at both the 2011 San
Diego International Wine Competition and the 2010 Critics Challenge
International Wine Competition. The 2007 Lodestone (Syrah,
Grenache, Mourvedre) won gold at the 2010 Critics Challenge and the
2007 Profundo (Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc,
Syrah) won gold from the 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine
Competition. These are just a few of the awards the wines have
received.
Hoys passion for the environment and sustainable farming has led
to his involvement in several major reclamation projects around the
country. Explaining that sustainable means finding a balance between
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what it takes to run an operation that remains viable in the economy
while also finding balance in the interaction with the environment,
Hoys projects all seek to support and align with the natural systems
of the earth. He is responsible for growing 2.5 million pine trees to
replant deforested Louisiana and 2,600 acres of saltgrass for the
Owens lake restoration project in Sierra Nevada. Currently Hoy is a
part of the Colorado River re-vegetation project where he is helping
to propagate, transplant and reestablish native plants to eight thou-
sand acres of their natural habitat. Recently, Greenheart Farms
became certified sustainable, making the vegetable transplant nursery
the first sustainable one in the US.
Hearthstones name is derived from the word hearth, meaning heat
or a fireplace, and which symbolizes the home and feelings of warmth
and love. And this is what Hearthstone, with its Gaelic image of
smoke on the label, represents. The rustic tasting room is casual and
inviting. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Stop by for a taste
and meet tasting room manager Josslyn Wagster, owner Hoy Buell or
winemaker Paul Ayers who will welcome you and make you feel at
home.
Hearthstone Vineyard offers a number of wine club dinners,
blending events and other events throughout the year. As a member
of the Hearthstone Wine Club, you will receive invitations to these
events, as well as receive a variety of special reserve wines that are
limited in production and only available to wine club members.
Stop by the tasting room to taste the newest releases from Hearth-
stone Vineyards. These limited-production wines will only be avail-
able in the tasting room and include the 2009 Reserve Cabernet
Sauvignon (100 cases), the 2008 Brunello [a Sangiovese clone] (50
cases) and the 2008 Syrah (33 cases).
Hearthstone Vineyard is open Thursday to Monday 11 a.m. to
5 p.m. and is located at 5070 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles, just a short
distance off of Highway 46 West. For more information, call (805)
238-2544 or go to www.hearthstonevineyard.com.
Follow Hearthstone on Facebook and Twitter.
by Carolyn Turner
Over the past 30 years Ken Volk has been awarded many different
titles: Winemaker of the Year, Outstanding Citizen, Agriculturalist of
the Year and Wine Industry Person of the Year. But if there were one
word that could truly encapsulate Volks career in the wine industry
it would be visionary.
Volk grew up working in his familys gardens and orchards and
often envisioned his own future doing something similar, so it was
no surprise when he decided to pursue a degree in Fruit Science at
Cal Poly State University in San Luis Obispo. His path diverged after
he made his first wine with Gamay grapes, a baseball bat and a trash
can. It wasnt long before Volk was taking enology classes at the U.C.
Davis extension program as well as technical classes at the wine lab
in St. Helena and the now defunct Napa School of Cellaring. His
home winemaking eventually took over his garage at his home in
Cayucos.
When Volk started Wild Horse Winery with his family in the early
1980s there were far fewer wineries, since the Central Coast was not
yet taken seriously as a fine wine-producing region. But Volk recog-
nized the regions potential and over the next twenty-two years he
grew production from 600 to 150,000 cases, becoming a brand
synonymous with quality Central Coast wine. In 2003, Ken sold
Wild Horse to Peak Wines, a division of Jim Beam Brands.
Volk has always had a passion for reinvention and the desire to
continually learn and try new things, so in 2004 he retired from
Wild Horse Winery and purchased the original Byron Winery and
Vineyard in Santa Maria, and renamed the property Kenneth Volk
Vineyards. With his new venture, Volk knew he wanted to keep his
case production lower and focus on producing world-class wines
including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
The flagship wine of Kenneth Volk Vineyards is the Santa Maria
Cuve for both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, which are single-varietal
wines that are a blend from many of the top vineyards of the Santa
Maria Valley appellation.
We capitalize on the diverse microclimates in the Central Coast,
working with some of the best vineyard sites of Santa Barbara, San
Luis Obispo and San Benito counties. We scope out different loca-
tions that are most suitable for a specific variety rather than trying to
source everything from one appellation. I enjoy being able to spend
time in so many unique vineyard sites, said Volk.
But with well over three thousand cultivars of Vitis Vinifera (aka
wine grapes) used for regional wine production all over the world,
Volk has also built his eponymous winery on under-appreciated and
hard-to-pronounce grape varietals, which he calls his Heirloom
Wines. This collection includes such wines as Negrette, Cabernet
Pfeffer, Verdelho, Touriga Nacional, Blaufrnkisch, Malvasia Bianca,
Albario and Aglianico. Although many of these grapes have lacked
promotion in what Volk calls the mass-marketed chocolate, vanilla
and strawberry wine standards, Volk saw this as a niche to be able
to make interesting and memorable wines that dont often make it
into the consciousness of the average wine drinker.
We take an advocacy position on these [grape] varieties as they
could face extinction in our current market. Its a challenge but its
fun and educational for us. In some ways its sort of like cross-
training, and gives us insight into making better wines in general,
Every year Volk tries to do something hes never done before, and
this year hes adding an Albario as well as his first Torrontes. When
asked what he envisions for future forays into new grape varieties,
Volk answered that hed love to spend time in the Caucasus region
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of Eurasia, near the Caspian Sea where many of the worlds Vinifera
grapes originated, and many of which have yet to be categorized.
Along with his vision for working with obscure as well as tradi-
tional varietals, Volk has also had opportunity to see how technolog-
ical developments have affected the process of winemaking.
Listening to this life-long learner speak of these developments, its
obvious that Volks initial interest in fruit science still looms large.
With our increasing understanding of the genetics of wine
grapes, were now able to understand how and why different grapes
tend toward certain growing conditions, said Volk. Simple
sequence DNA has also become relatively affordable for under-
standing the genetic background of grapes and where different wine
grapes originated. Were able to get away from opinions and stories
to really understand the truth behind each grape.
As chair of the Wine and Viticulture Advisory Council at Cal Poly
San Luis Obispo, the third largest viticulture program in the
country, Volk is invested in creating a center for excellence and
increasing the opportunities offered by this program for future
generations of wine industry enthusiasts. He also recently opened a
satellite tasting room for Kenneth Volk Vineyards in Paso Robles in
May 2010, sharing the facility with Lone Madrone wines and Fat
Cat Farms, offering visitors an additional location to experience
Kenneth Volk Vineyards unparalleled wines. Theres no telling in
which direction Volks zeal will take him next, but its a path thats
certain to offer new and fascinating ways to enjoy wine for enthusi-
asts of all levels.
Whether visiting the tasting room in Paso Robles or the winery,
vineyards and tasting room in Santa Maria, Kenneth Volk Vineyards
promises to be a destination that delivers a truly unique, fine wine
experience. Visit Kenneth Volk winery and tasting room at 5230
Tepusquet Road, Santa Maria, and the new Paso Robles tasting
room is located at 2485 Highway 46, Paso Robles. Tours of the
Santa Maria vineyards and winery are available by appointment,
and both facilities are open daily from 10:30 a.m. 5 p.m. Check out
www.volkwines.com for more information about upcoming events.
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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
ARROYO GRANDE
ONGOING
Hopping Good Time at the SLO Down Pub
Open mic Mondays and everything else from blues to bluegrass.
See calendar of events at www.slodownpub.com/event_calendar.shtml
ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande
Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077, www.arroyograndevillage.org
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Arroyo Grande Farmers Market
Farm fresh produce & flowers, art show and live entertainment in the
Arroyo Grande City Hall Parking Lot at 215 East Branch Street. 12-2:30pm
805-473-2250, www.arroyograndevillage.org
ONGOINGWEDNESDAYS
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 PhantomRivers
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 LAST THURSDAYS
Teachers Appreciation Night at PhantomRivers
In appreciation for all the dedication of school district personnel. Stop by the
tasting room for happy hour specials. 3-7pm. 25% discounts off all bottles and
$2.50 off any wine by the glass! 805-481-9463, www.phantomrivers.com
NOVEMBER 27 THROUGH DECEMBER
Celebrate Christmas in Arroyo Grande
Grace Bible Church provides a Christmas Music Chorus at the Gazebo with a 70-
piece Choral & Instrumental group on Sunday followed by their annual
Christmas Parade, Christmas Carols and Tree Lighting. Join them for the entire
weekend! During the month of December, enjoy fairyland of lights throughout
the Village every night. Santa strolls through the streets daily.
www.arroyograndevillage.org
AVILA BEACH
ONGOING SUNDAYS THROUGHTHANKSGIVING
Art on the Beach through Thanksgiving
Artists paint & present their work, 10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier
ONGOING FRIDAYS
Avila Beach Fish & Farmers' Market
On the Promenade Fresh produce, local seafood, food booths & family fun.
4-8pm, 805-602-8266 Rainy day policy: If it's raining at 2pm in Avila the day of
the market, the Fish & Farmers' Market is cancelled
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.
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 water-
front 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 SATURDAYS
Fishermen & Farmers Market in Morro Bay
Fresh seasonal produce, crafts & musicians, 3-6pm, 800-231-0592
ONGOING
Winemaker Dinners at Hoppes
Join Chef Bill Hoppe as he celebrates his passion for food and wine with Wine-
maker Dinners featuring California's best wine producers and Chef Hoppe's
personalized cooking classes featuring beautiful combinations of local and
exotic foods. 805-995-1006, www.hoppesbistro.com
NOVEMBER 12
Harvest Winemaker Dinner at Harmony Cellars
Dine by candlelight in their redwood winery. Chef Russell Thomas of Two Cooks
works closely with Winemaker Chuck to create a multi-course extravaganza.
7pm, $138, Book early-sells out! RSVP, www.HarmonyCellars.com, 805-927-1625
NOVEMBER 18-21
Tall Ship Lady Washington
Dockside Tours and Public Sails
Lady Washington will tie up near the Morro Bay Embarcadero and offer walk-
on tours, three-hour hands-on public adventure sails and dockside educational
programs for K-12 students. The 112-foot long tall ship, which appeared in the
2003 movie Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, is a replica of
one of the first U.S.-flagged vessels to visit the west coast of North America.
www.morrobay.org
NOVEMBER 19
Cayucos Wine & Food Festival
A fun gathering with local wineries and eateries. Come with your friends and
meet your neighbors. Get a taste of the Central Coast!
4pm-8pm Cayucos Vet's Hall at the foot of the Pier, 805-441-5406
NOVEMBER 27
Holiday Street Faire
Old Town Morro Bay, Come experience a family fun-filled event with arts and
crafts, face painting, food, many vendors and entertainment.
9am-4pm, Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce at 805-772-4467
DECEMBER 3
Lighted Boat Parade
Morro Bay, Local boats of all sizes, decorated with lights for the holiday season,
cruise the harbor. 6:30pm, Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce, 805-772-4467
DECEMBER 9
3rd Annual Christmas in Cayucos
Merchant open house along Ocean Avenue. Free horse drawn carriage rides,
children's activities, tree lighting, strolling carolers and a visit from Santa.
Holiday shopping with gift ideas, special offers, giveaways, refreshments and
entertainment. 5-8:30pm, 805-995-1200
PASO ROBLES
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
ONGOINGTUESDAYS
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
ONGOINGWEDNESDAYS
Thomas Hill Organics
Winemaker Dinner
Thomas Hill Organics pairs up with a local winery to showcase the best flavors
of the Central Coast. Enjoy delicious food paired with fantastic wine.
805-226-5888, www.thomashillorganics.com
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
Tours & Tastings at Eberle Winery
VIP Tastings by appointment, $25. Complimentary cave tours every half hour
805-238-9607, www.eberlewinery.com
ONGOINGTHIRDWEDNESDAYS
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
Wine Down at Hearthstone
Enjoy music and light appetizers. Different musicians play and the BBQ will be lit.
Winemaker Paul has several food and wine pairings he cannot wait to have you
taste! Coming into town for the weekend, stop by before dinner, or if you are local
come enjoy yourself after a long work week! This weeks performers & appetizers
at www.facebook.com/HearthstoneWines, 805-238-2544
FIRST SATURDAY
Wine & the Arts
Join 6 wineries and 4 art galleries on a downtown wine and art walk. Each month
features a newartist with live music. Light appetizers, wine by the glass and wine
tasting available. 5-7pm, 805-237-9009, www.ortmanfamilyvineyards.com
EVERY OTHER SATURDAY
Live Music at Vina Robles
They invite you to slow down from your week, sit back and enjoy live music -
all while savoring award-winning Vina Robles wines. Music complimentary.
1-4pm, No RSVP necessary. Wine for purchase & tastings available.
805-227-4812, www.vinarobles.com
MOST SATURDAYS
First Crush Paso Wine 101
First Crush Wine Workshop at Silver Horse A fun and informative introduction
to Paso Robles wine country, its wines, how they're made and how to taste
them. Includes winery and vineyard tour, barrel tasting, educational tasting
and complimentary Silver Horse &Tassajara tastings. 11am-1pm
$25, $20/Crush members, RSVP, 877- 82-CRUSH, www.firstcrushwinemaking.com
ONGOING 3RD SUNDAYS
Funday Sunday
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 SUNDAYS
Live Music at Sculpterra
Live entertainment sponsored by "Songwriters At Play." 1-4pm, free
www.sculpterra.com
ONGOING FIRST THURSDAY
Date Night Concert Series at La Bellasera
Enjoy live music in an intimate setting in La Bellasera's beautiful conference
room. 7pm, $15, 805-238-2834, www.labellasera.com
ONGOING EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
Open Mic Songwriters & Comedian Night
BBQ, beer, wine & soda available for purchase. Bring your own chair, all ages
welcome. 6-9pm, free, Stacked Stone Cellars, Paso Robles, 805-238-7872
ONGOING
Estrella Warbird Museum
Collection of military aircrafts, Fri & Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12-4pm
805-238-9317, www.ewarbirds.org
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
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ONGOING
Go Ballooning
Enjoy incredible views of the wine country of Paso Robles, Atascadero, San
Miguel and Templeton. You float along at 2-3 miles per hour from an altitude of
a few feet up to several thousand feet above the ground. 1-4 passengers per
trip. Weather permitting. Call for reservations. 805-458-1530
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
NOVEMBER 5
Cioppino, Under The Stars
at Silver Horse
Ciopinno and other sea-faring dishes will be paired for your pleasure with
wines from both Tassajara Cellars and Silver Horse Winery.
5:30-9pm, 805-467-9463, steve@silverhorse.com
NOVEMBER 10-13
2011 Paderewski Festival
The 20th anniversary of the Festival in Paso Robles. Concerts of solo piano, jazz
and chamber music, an exhibit of Paderewski memorabilia, celebrations of
local young musicians and lectures by experts are planned. Once again, the
Festival will honor Paderewskis initiative to bring music to fellow Californians
by making all concerts during the 2011 Paderewski Festival free of charge.
RSVP, www.paderewskifest.com, tickets@paderewskifest.com
NOVEMBER 11-12
Paso Garagiste Festival Uncovers
Emerging Artisan Winemakers
Windfall Farms, Featuring high-quality, cutting-edge, small production
wineries that produce fewer than 1,200 cases a year, this festival brings
together many of the best and most innovative winemakers in California,
pouring their hard-to-find wines and sharing their knowledge with passionate
wine consumers. www.pasogaragiste.com, doug@pasogaragiste.com
NOVEMBER 12
Meridian Vineyards Wine Vine Run Pasta Feed
Join them for a pre-race Pasta and Salad Feed in their barrel room. Listen to live
acoustic guitar and enjoy wine (available for purchase by the glass or the
bottle). 5-7pm, $10, RSVP, 805-226-7113, www.meridianvineyards.com
NOVEMBER 12
Niner Wine Estates
CLUB 9 Pick-Up Party
Take a trip to the French Riviera. New releases, artisan cheeses, live music &
more! Additionally, Le Ciel Crepe Cafe will be providing cooking demonstrations
in addition to sweet & savory gourmet crepes. 4pm
$20, Complimentary/club members, 805-239-2233, www.ninerwine.com
NOVEMBER 13
3rd Annual Meridian Vineyards Wine Vine Run
1/2 Marathon & 5K Run/Walk
Come run/walk in this unique destination race through the beautiful vineyards
of Meridian followed by a leisurely wine tasting and breakfast in our gardens.
All proceeds benefit the Paso Robles Athletic Department. Visit
www.winevinerun.com for registration information. 7am
$45-1/2 Marathon, $25-5K, 805-226-7133, www.Active.com
NOVEMBER 19
Cosy Sheridan & T. R. Richie at
Castoro Cellars
With Dana & Susan Robinson, Cosy Sheridan has been called "one of the era's
finest and most thoughtful singer/songwriters." TR Ritchie learned his musical
chops in the rich musical environment of the Pacific Northwest during the
1980s, dividing his time between music and seasonal work as a forest service
lookout, where he honed his songwriting skills. $20
Doors open 6:30pm, show7:30pm, 1-888-DAM-FINE, www.castorocellars.com
NOVEMBER 25
Le Vigne Winery Black Friday Sale
Stop by & wind down with mimosas while finishing your holiday shopping!
They will be sampling a vast assortment of their gourmet foods! Take advan-
tage of their pre-made gift baskets and gifts! Sylvester Wines and Kiara wines
will be on sale for prices so low you will be amazed!
9am-7pm, Complimentary, 805-227-4000, www.levignewinery.com
DECEMBER 2
Holiday Open House for Wine Club
at Halter Ranch
Halter Ranch Victorian Farmhouse, Join them for a casual open house with
friends, appetizers, and wine. Enjoy the aromas of the season and the holiday
decorations in the Victorian Farmhouse. Meet the Halter Ranch team and enjoy
a glass of wine and a few small bites prepared by a local chef.
Complimentary for Wine Club Members
RSVP, info@halterranch.com or call 888-367-9977
DECEMBER 10
Sligo Rags Indoor Concert
at Castoro
Named among the top acoustic bands in LA (by Folkworks Magazine) and two-
time winners of the Orange County Music Award for Best Folk Band, this
dynamic ensemble presents Celtic Folk with a decidedly bluegrass attitude. Get
early start on the holidays...they'll be serving complimentary mulled wine and
goodies during the concert! Enjoy browsing through our gift shop while you're
here. www.castorocellars.com
DECEMBER 10
Holiday Open House and
Wine Club Pick up Party at Eos
Enjoy mulled wines, cookies and carolers! Also featured will be holiday gift and
$99 case specials! http://www.eosvintage.com
DECEMBER 10-11
Holiday Open House at Castoro
Looking for a bit of good old fashioned Holiday Cheer? Drop by their Tasting
Roomand enjoy holiday goodies and mulled wine on the house! Their gift shop is
filled with awesome wine and goodies for your friends and family.
10%off most gift items, $15%off wine purchases and free shipping to legal
addresses in the continental U.S. - this weekend only. www.castorocellars.com
PISMO BEACH/SHELL BEACH
ONGOING SUNDAYS
Shell Beach Farmers Market
Featuring products such as fresh produce, flowers, jams, dried fruits, artisan
vinegars, grown by local farmers. A variety of other products, including family
fun. 9am-1pm, Dinosaur Caves Park, shellbeachfarmersmarket@yahoo.com
DECEMBER 2
Holiday Harmony &Tree Lighting
Downtown Pismo Beach. Fresh snow, a bounce house, crafts and cookie deco-
rating. Santa will be in Santa's Village and the Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony
will take place at 6 p.m. at the Pismo Beach Pier. Join Santa and carolers at the
Beach Bum Holiday Rental parking lot at 5:30 p.m. before he makes his way to
the tree lighting ceremony on a fire truck. Enjoy hot drinks and listen to carols
as the tree is lit. Kids can have their picture taken with Santa.
Free, 6-8, 805-773-7063.
SAN LUIS OBISPO
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
Summer Music Sessions at Laetitia
Listen to beautiful sounds while you sip in the tasting room. 1-4pm
www.laetitiawine.com
ONGOING
Hearst Castle Tours
Ledby anexperiencedguide, tour Hearst Castle andencounter first-handthe majesty
andbeauty of this historical treasure. 800-444-4445, www.hearstcastle.org
ONGOING
The San Luis Obispo Art Center
Permanent collection & constantly rotating exhibits of works by local artists in
all media paintings, sculpture, photography & more.
11am-5pm daily except Tuesdays, 805-543-8562, www.sloartcenter.org
ONGOINGWEEKENDS
Music at Mothers Tavern
Upscale tavern with entertainment, check for schedules
805-541-8733, www.motherstavern.com
ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY
Dallidet Adobe & Gardens
Oldest house in the city of San Luis Obispo. Site of first commercial winery in
the area. 1-4pm, 805-543-0638, www.slochs.org/dallidet
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Art Gallery Events Art After Dark
Various art galleries stay open late & host artist receptions with wine & cheese
6-9pm, Downtown San Luis Obispo, 805-544-9251, www.sloartcouncil.org
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
NOVEMBER 4-6
SLO Rockin' Harvest Celebration
Grand Tasting & Auction
The 21st annual Celebration is an exhibition of local award-winning wines and
flavors! Explore San Luis Obispo and discover the culinary treasures of their
unique region. www.slowine.com, 805-541-5868
Fri: A variety of winemaker socials and dinners.
Sat: Back Stage Passes kick off the day at 11am. Sample special limited
reserve wines, poured during this hour only. $95, Early bird tickets limited.
Sat: Avila Beach Golf Resort, Over 60 wineries and restaurants from the San
Luis Obispo region are featured. Winemakers, local chefs and wine lovers share
the fruits of their labor and passion for the art of winemaking. Be entertained
by the winemakers as they show off their lifestyle auction lots. Live music from
the Winemaker's Band, The Crushtones, a group formed especially for last
years Annual Event. 12-3pm, $80
Table of 8/$800 front row private table at the auction, VIP service and back
stage passes
Sun: Hit the SLO Wine trail for wine, food and entertainment once again at
their individual wineries. Grand Tasting ticket gives free access wineries. Wear
your all access bracelet from the main event on Saturday, bring your wine glass
with you, and rock 2 days straight with SLO Wineries.
NOVEMBER 4
Harvest Dinner
at Edna Valley Vineyard
An evening of great wines, friends, fun and fabulous food. A five course menu
by Two Cooks Catering. Edna Valley Vineyard will show case their finest wines
available. Don't miss out on the fun. 6-10pm
$85, $80/Club Edna/Founders, RSVP, 805-544-5855 x 42
NOVEMBER 4
Harvest Winemaker Dinner
at Tolosa
In the Heritage Room, A harvest inspired Burgundian Winemaker dinner by
Chef Maegen Loring. $95, $80/wine club, www.tolosawinery.com
NOVEMBER 4
Harvest Celebration
Winemaker Dinner at Laetitia
Join them at the scenic Estate House for celebrating the end of harvest.
6:30-9pm, $115, $100/wine club, RSVP, 805-474-7641
NOVEMBER 4
Night in Havana at Club Cubano
at Chamisal
Join Claiborne & Churchill and Chamisal wineries in celebration of Harvest
Cuban style. Move and groove to Latin beats and savor Cuban-style fare
prepared by Megan Loring of the Neon Carrot. Sip the delicious wines of both
Claiborne & Churchill and Chamisal Vineyards. Cigars and other Cuban themed
attractions will delight the senses. Enjoy a special discount on purchases of all
wines featured that evening. Bring your maracas and join the fun! 6:30pm
$65, $55/Chamisal or Claiborne & Churchill members. (prices are all inclusive)
www.chamisalvineyards.com
NOVEMBER 6
Harvest Open House Celebration
at Edna Valley
In conjunction with the San Luis Obispo Vintners Association, will be open for
an afternoon of handcrafted wine, great food, and live music. Their 4th annual
Throwdown. Bring friends and come celebrate Harvest.
12-4pm ,$10 Complimentary/Club Edna/Founders & SLO Vintners wrist bands
NOVEMBER 6
at Laetitia Vineyard
Come enjoy live music, light snacks and gondola rides through the vineyard.
Until 4pm, $10, free/wineclub and wrist bands, www.laetitiawine.com
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at Talley Vineyards
Wine tasting, food, and music! Free for SLO Harvest with bracelet
$10, $5/wine club, www.talleyvineyards.com
NOVEMBER 6
Open House and Winter
Pick up Party at Chamisal Vineyards
Celebrate Harvest with Jose's Famous Harvest Tacos and Chamisal wines! Tacos
available from 12-2pm while supplies last. Chamisal members, pick up your
shipment between 12-2pm and taste the wine along with tacos. 2 compli-
mentary tickets per membership. Guests of the Grand Tasting event are
welcome with your glass and wristband/ticket from the Grand Tasting the day
before. All other guests, $15/person, www.chamisalvineyards.com
DECEMBER 4
5th Annual Art in the Vineyard
at Tolosa Winery
The event hosts 30+local artists featuring glass art, photography, textiles,
pottery, jewelry, paintings, furniture, much more. Features live music, wine
tasting and appetizers. 11am-5pm. 805-704-8128
DECEMBER 7
Wine Club Holiday Celebration
at Edna Valley
Join us for the annual Club Edna Holiday Open House. This is a complimentary
evening for all club members. Sip wine and enjoy festive appetizers while you
get a little holiday shopping in. Let us get you in the spirit of the season! This
event does fill up so make your reservations with Dana early.
5-7pm, Complimentary for club members only, 805 544 5855 x 27
DECEMBER 15
Holiday Open House at Tolosa
Complete your last minute shopping at Tolosa Winery, because theres no better
way to shop then with a glass of wine in hand. Complimentary tastings, light
appetizers and a festive atmosphere to help with all your holiday shopping.
One-night only specials on their estate wines and gift boxes and all include
complimentary gift wrapping. 5-7pm, 805-704-8128
DECEMBER 16
Winter in the Vineyards at Laetitia
Join them for an all day open house with light snacks and live music.
4-7pm, $10, Free/wine club, www.laetitiawine.com
LOMPOC/BUELLTON
ONGOING FRIDAYS
Olde Towne Market in Lompoc
Food wine & music in the summer months
805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com
NOVEMBER 12
4th Annual Vino de Sueos
Santa Ynez Valley Marriott, Buellton A unique event planned and supported
by a group of local premium winemakers. Vino de Sueos is the brand name for
the wine series released each year at the annual event. This year 20 premium
wineries will be donating wine to be tasted and sold exclusively under the Vino
de Sueos label at the release celebration. Each wine label includes a reproduc-
tion of an original art piece donated by local and regional artists. Benefits vine-
yard and farm workers through the auspices of People Helping People (PHP). 3-
6pm, $45/includes a 14 ounce Vino de Sueos logo glass,
www.vinodesuenos.com, 805-686-0295
LOS OLIVOS/FOXEN CANYON
SANTA BARBARA
ONGOING SUNDAYS
Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show
For 44 years featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry with 200+ artists and
craftsman. East Beach Pier, 10amdusk, 805-897-1982, www.sbaacs.com
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
DowntownWalkingTours
Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbaras past. Saturday walking tours near the
City Hall steps facing de la Guerra Plaza and Sunday tours near the entrance of
the Public Library on Anapamu Street. 10am, $10 donation
No strollers, young children or dogs, info@afsb.org, 805-965-6307
ONGOING
Ty Warner Sea Center
Explore creatures of the sea at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Stearns Wharf, www.sbnature.org/seacenter
ONGOING
Downtown Santa Barbara
Various venues for art exhibits, cultural events & fine wine tasting, plus festival
and holiday events, 805-962-2098, www.santabarbaradowntown.com
ONGOING
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
Check site for hours and exhibits. 805-963-4364, www.sbma.net
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
ONGOING
CAMA International Series at The Granada
Features celebrated orchestras, conductors and soloists from around the
world. www.camasb.org, 805-966-4324
ONGOING
CAMA Masterseries at the Lobero
Presents concerts by some of today's leading chamber musicians.
www.camasb.org, 805-966-4324
NOVEMBER 12
The Winehound
2011 Santa Barbara County
Autumn Tasting Extravaganza
They've got a roster of the county's best wineries joining them, with over two
dozen brands pouring a total of about sixty wines! SOhO will be serving up our
favorite hot appetizers, and they expect lots of winemakers in attendance, as
long as they're not too bushed from harvest! 12-3pm
$30 in advance, no refunds, RSVP, 805-845-5247, www.thewinehound.com
SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON
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
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
Summer Music 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
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Dinner at Central City Market
Join Amanda Cramer and team from Central City Market. 6-9pm, 805-925-7766
SANTA YNEZ
ONGOINGTHURSDAYS, FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS
Dancing at Maverick Saloon
Dance lessons, live country western or rock & roll. 6:45pm, check web for
schedule of entertainers. 805-686-4785, www.mavericksaloon.org
ONGOING
SantaYnezValley Historical Society Museum
& Parks - Janeway Carriage House
Exhibits from Chumash period through early 20th century ranch day, 12-4pm
805-688-7889, www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org
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
NOVEMBER 5-6
Autumn on the Trail
Come enjoy the fruits of harvest with a visit to the member wineries located in
the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. On Sunday, November 6, bring your passport to
any of our wineries for additional complimentary tasting. Make it a weekend in
Wine Country! 11am-4pm, $35, www.syvwinecountry.com
SOLVANG
ONGOINGTHURSDAYS
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
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
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
Tuesday Evening Wine Classes
at Wandering Dog
Oct 18-Wine and Cheeses of Italy: Learn about a variety of Italian wines
paired with exotic Italian cheeses. (+$12)
Nov 1-South Africa: Along with Chenin Blanc and Pinotage, South Africa is
carving a niche for itself with hearty reds and interesting whites.
Nov 15-Sparkling & Champagne: They will be sampling a variety of styles
and regions and learning the intricate process of how sparkling wine is made.
6-7:30pm, $35, $25/Wine Society & Industry, unless otherwise noted.
RSVP, 805.686.9126, wines@wanderingdogwinebar.com
ONGOING
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art
Showcases Solvangs rich cultural history. Former residence of one of Solvang's
most artistic families, nowa community museumdevoted 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
Hans Christian Andersen Museum
Honoring the multi-talented Danish father of the modern fairy tale, is filled
with copies of Andersens books, sketches, paper cutouts, silhouettes and
collages. 10am-5pm daily, www.solvangusa.com
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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 brewteam, Figueroa Mountain Brewing has been able to create
a line-up of seven quality craft beers (soon to be more). The brewteam
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 Face-
book: Figueroa Mountain Brewing for the latest news and updates.
Quality Craft Beers from
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.
More Perfect Pairs at www.WineCountryThisMonth.com
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Like the inspiration behind achieving a dream, every grapevine
begins with years of nurture before it produces clusters worthy enough
to be used to craft quality wines. For Robert L. Hall, the inspiration
behind his dream began nearly 40 years ago and became a reality
resulting in the Robert Hall Winery of today.
The ability to develop an idea into a success has never been
anything new for Robert Hall. A true entrepreneur, his ventures
include construction, bowling centers, travel agencies, restaurants and
champion horse breeding. A Minnesota native, Robert resided in
Arizona before finding his home and fulfilling his dream in Paso
Robles.
During a family trip to France in the late 70s, Robert was capti-
vated with the Rhne Valleys style of winemaking. He then ventured
west to explore each of Californias wine appellations in order to find
the best growing conditions for producing premium wine grapes. He
acquired the Home Ranch in 1995 and soon after, the Terrace and
Bench vineyards were added, completing the Hall Ranch estate. Robert
soon became a ground breaking Rhne variety grower for the Paso
Robles region.
Roberts focus began with a balances soil that will produce clusters
of high quality each and every season on the 400 acres that comprise
The Hall Ranch. The quality of each bottle of wine is a direct reflec-
tion of the care given in the growing and nurturing of the vines.
Roberts hands-on approach to his wine growing, making and tasting
leaves each customer with a memorable experience of the winery and
of him personally.
Roberts dream of a full production winery quickly came into view
in 2002 with the construction of his production facilities. These facil-
ities include his custom crush pad consisting of two butcher presses
manufactured in France as well as 55 stainless steel tanks used in
fermenting the wine throughout the year.
With the collaboration of his long-time Winemaker Don Brady,
Robert Hall Winery has consistently produced award-winning,
sustainable wines. In 2008, Robert Hall Winery achieved Certified
Sustainability in Practice (SIP) standards which entailed an indepen-
dent third-party audit of the vineyard and winery practices by industry
peers. As true stewards of the land, environmental sustainability is
practiced to respect and conserve our earths natural resources.
Known for the Cabernet Sauvignon and the Rhne-style wines,
Roberts vineyards have a broad variety of styles appealing to all levels
of wine connoisseurs.
Robert Hall Winery crafts several different well known blends
including the flagship blends Rhone de Robles the Rose de Robles.
The Viognier, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are the most aromatic
whites, while the Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are smooth and spicy.
Also created is a Meritage blend, satisfying the craving for a solid and
bold red and Merlot, an all around easy drinking and approachable
red wine.
Robert Hall Winery also produces dessert wines. A traditional style
Vintage Port consisting of the Portuguese native grapes Touriga,
Robert Hall Winery
Alvarelho, Souzo and Tinta Co. This smooth-style dessert wine
pairs well with dark chocolate and blue cheese. In addition, the
Orange Muscat that is a crisp and refreshing fruit forward dessert wine
that pairing wonderfully with all fruits throughout the seasons as well
as other light desserts and cheeses.
Maybe the most evoking element of Robert Hall Winery are the
19,000 square feet of underground caverns used to store 132-gallon
oak barrels at a natural, and optimal wine storage temperature of 55-
65 degrees year round. Above the caverns one can find the tasting
room and hospitality building.
The welcoming embrace of the tasting room begins with a knowl-
edgeable staff that not only serves wine but provides guided tours of
the entire facility from the vines to the bottle. The center of the
10,000-square-foot tasting room holds the tasting bar made up of a
gold granite top that compliments the colors of the ceiling and its
massive wooden beams used to hold up the ceiling. The gorgeous
panoramic view of the tasting room overlooks the garden terrace and
amphitheater that are used for private events and concerts. The hospi-
tality center is designed to host seminars, private parties, weddings
and corporate events.
Robert, a true steward of the land, can often be found working in
the vineyard or in the tasting room greeting visitors. You are welcome
to stop by to visit Robert Hall Winery and experience the essence of
Paso Robles.
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November 4th
Haarvest Wine Dinner: Havana Nights!
November 5th
Harvest Celebration Grand Tasting in Avila Beach
November 6th
Open House and Pick up Party
11-4pm with Joses Tacos!
Contact Brette Womack for more information,
bretteannw@chamisalvineyards.com
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by Michael Cervin
Carina Cellars was launched as a vision between winemaker Joey
Tensley and businessman David Hardee. It was a meeting that might
seem out of place given that the two men come from opposite places.
Tensley grew up in Bakersfield and worked as assistant winemaker at
both Babcock and Beckmen wineries, before landing at Carina.
Hardee, by contrast, was involved in law and he charted out Carina
Cellars as a simple extension of his meticulous planning used as an
attorney. In a start-up operation, you try to eliminate as many poten-
tial obstacles as you can, he says referring to what wines he wanted
to make. The Rhne varieties were a logical choice over the oft-planted
Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, but Syrah is their main focus. Syrah is
very hip and the cool thing about it is that it adapts well to various
growing conditions, Tensley says.
Carina Cellars has made a name with Syrah but they also produce
a signature blend, Iconoclast, merging Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvi-
gnon with Santa Barbara Syrah. We recently released our 2009
wines, says Shaun Grimmitt. Our Clairvoyant is a 50 percent Syrah,
35 percent Grenache and 15 percent Mourvdre. This is a classic
French-style Rhne blend that mimics the great wines that come out
of France and shows our personal touch in producing something
similar. We are also showcasing our 2009 Zinfandel. Its an elegant Zin
that doesnt obscure Zinfandels awesome nuances, he notes.
They have expanded to two tasting bars inside their comfortable
tasting room to handle the influx of people on busy weekends. There
are small gift items as well; books, clothing and wine accessories. Their
tasting room also features rotating art which hugs the rustic walls.
Their latest art exhibition is Reflections, running currently through
December 31st, by Royanna Robertson and Mike Krone. Reflections is
a collection of works by a brother and a sister, in watercolor and oil;
each seeing the same subject, and in turn painting it in their own style,
and yet each painting is a reflection of the other. Carina Cellars will
participate in Autumn on the Trail on November 5th from 1 to 4 p.m.,
a passport event covering a dozen wineries showcasing the Santa Ynez
Valley.
Located right in downtown Los Olivos, Carina Cellars is one of the
best and most consistent wineries. Fine wine is like fine art, it is
subjective. There is no definitive right or wrong pairing, just personal
preference, suggests Hardee. Discover your own preferences by
visiting Carina Cellars at 2900 Grand Ave. in Los Olivos. They are
open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact (805) 886-5079.
Carina Cellars at 3525 Adelaida Road in Paso Robles is open for
tasting Friday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (805) 610-
6663 for their Paso Robles location. More information is available at
www.carinacellars.com.
Preferred Tasting Room:
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by Carolyn Turner
Good food builds good community. Thats the mantra of
Thomas Hill Organics, and its one to which owners Joe and
Debbie Thomas are deeply committed, as they serve the Paso
Robles community through both their farm and bistro.
Joe and Debbie met at the Santa Barbara County Vintners
Festival, and at the time Joe was teaching art at Santa Clara
University and Debbie was a key accounts sales manager for
Adidas in Los Angeles. They married and were quick to realize
their shared love of good food and good wine. They dreamed of
one day moving to wine country, and in 2004 they purchased the
perfect home in the eastern hills of Paso Robles and began to
make that dream into a reality. Thus Thomas Hill Farms was
born as they planted every last spot of the 10-acre property with
900 fruit and nut trees, a small vineyard of Italian varietals, and
an assortment of raised bed lettuces, herbs and garlic, and
seasonal row crops like tomates. Everything is grown organically
and farm tours are given by Joe by appointment only.
As the land began to produce, Joe and Debbie developed a
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, where
members of the community can sign up for a T-Hill Basket that
includes an assortment of produce straight from their farm to
you. The program begins around May and runs through October.
But even with this program, Joe and Debbie found themselves
with a surplus of fruits and veggies, and were quick to realize
that there were no other farm-to-table restaurants in town. So in
January 2009, they opened Thomas Hill Organics in downtown
Paso Robles.
Chef Julie Simon was quick to join the team, and with her
Parisian upbringing and California-honed culinary skills, she
brings a fresh and unexpected explosion of flavor combinations
to the cuisine. The menu changes weekly depending on the
season and their wine list heralds an amazing line-up of locally
produced wine. You may choose to enjoy your meal in their inti-
mate indoor dining room, or outside on their beautiful outdoor
patio. The whole ambiance is reminiscent of dining at a quaint
European caf, surrounded by ivy cascading down brick walls, a
gently trickling fountain and an outdoor fireplace.
If you can make it, Monday nights feature Burgers and Beer,
and Wednesday nights are Wine Night. But no matter when you
visit, youll likely be greeted by Debbie as she ushers you to your
seat, where youll enjoy a truly unique and farm-fresh dining
experience that will make you feel right at home, and leave you
dreaming about when to make your next visit.
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TastingRoom.comextends their celebrity sampler
collection by introducing Michael Chiarello Styles
of Chardonnay and Holiday Pinot Noirs
TastingRoom.com, the first e-commerce
website that offers consumers a unique way
to discover and taste wines from around the
world, has partnered with renowned chef
Michael Chiarello to curate exclusive Signa-
ture Series wine samplers. The samplers,
Michael Chiarello Styles of Chardonnay
and Michael Chiarello Holiday Pinot
Noirs, are comprised of six mini (50ml)
bottles of wine complete with tasting notes,
food/wine pairings and more.
TastingRoom.com is dedicated to making
the wine industry more approachable to
consumers, similar to the way Michael
Chiarello introduces everyday cooks to new
ingredients and global cuisine, says Tim
Bucher, TastingRoom.com CEO. We are
thrilled to partner with such a prestigious
chef known for his extraordinary palate and
culinary skill and offer our customers the
opportunity to sample some of the chefs
favorite wines from around the world.
TastingRoom.coms wine samplers intro-
duce consumers to new wines via collections
of six mini bottles which are delivered direct
to consumers. The company partners with
premier wineries from around the world and
features guest curators, including sommeliers
and chefs like Chiarello. Consumers sample
the wines and then have the option to buy
full-size bottles. At TastingRoom.com we are
revolutionizing how consumers discover
wine we are essentially the iTunes of the
wine industry, says Bucher.
Michael Chiarello, an award-winning
chef/owner of the critically acclaimed Bottega
restaurant in Napa Valley, is himself a vintner
of acclaimed Napa Valley wines. Each of his
exclusive wine samplers reflects his distinc-
tive perspective on food and wine developed
from three decades of cooking for and with
Napa Valleys best winemakers. Ive chosen
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ideal way to explore the world of wines before
selecting the ones that are right for you. As a
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most important innovation to bless the wine
industry in years.
Michael Chiarello's new Signature Series
wine samplers can be found for $32.99 on
the TastingRoom.com website. For more
information, visit www.TastingRoom.com.
TastingRoom.com is the first-ever
website destination for wine tasting. Their
unique try before you buy service allows
consumers to experience at home what previ-
ously could only occur at wineries and wine
bars: taste wine in small samples without
purchasing a full-size bottle. TastingRoom.com
partners with top wineries to create wine
sampler collections comprised of six wines in
mini bottles. Each mini bottle contains 1.7
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tasting room pour. The minis are labeled to
match the originals and are beautifully pack-
aged with wine descriptions and tasting notes.
The web service also helps customers rate and
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tion on wineries, wine tasting tips and tools.
The first sampler, Michael Chiarello
Styles of Chardonnay, includes:
2010 Chamisal Stainless
Central Coast Chardonnay
2010 Spring Seed Wine Co.
Four OClock McLaren Vale Chardonnay
2008 Urraca Mendoza Chardonnay
2008 Amista Morningsong Vineyards
Dry Creek Valley Chardonnay
2009 Glen Carlou South Africa Chardonnay
2009 Hess Collection Napa Valley
Chardonnay
Additionally, Chiarello curated a holiday
and winter-inspired collection, Michael
Chiarello: Holiday Pinot Noirs that includes:
2008 Domaine Carneros Avant-Garde
Carneros Pinot Noir
2007 Fess Parker Ashleys
Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir
2008 Papapietro Perry Peters Vineyard
Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
2009 Patz & Hall Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
2009 Laetitia Reserve du Domaine
Arroyo Grande Valley Pinot Noir
2008 Lucas & Lewellen Goodchild High 9
Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir
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TastingRoom.com Announces Its NewSeries of Exclusive Celebrity
Wine Samplers Curated by Critically Acclaimed Chef Michael Chiarello
Discover Valleys artistic heritage during artistic themed events
The Santa Ynez Valley Visitors Association (SYVVA) announced that
Santa Ynez Valley Art Week will debut from November 12-20, 2011,
in cooperation with the Santa Ynez Valley Hotel Association
(www.syvha.com). According to SYVVA Executive Director Kady
Fleckenstein, The Santa Ynez Valley has a rich artistic heritage. Art
Week is an opportunity for people to discover and celebrate the
incredible diversity here from authentic western landscapes to
modern painting, sculpture and crafts. We encourage visitors to come
explore and stay for a unique getaway in the Santa Ynez Valley this
autumn. Complete details and a free map are available at
www.VisitTheSantaYnezValley.com/artweek.
The first Santa Ynez Valley Art Week will highlight such events as
the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museums 27th Annual Vaquero Show
& Sale in Santa Ynez, a celebration of Western art and accoutrements
from November 11-13. Noted artisans and collectors from throughout
the United States display and sell Vaquero (California cowboy)
inspired gear, artwork, apparel, memorabilia and collectibles
(www.santaynezmuseum.org).
On November 13, the Elverhoj Museum of History & Art in
Solvang will host the opening reception for Faces of Solvang: 100
years of Diversity and Community Photographic Awards
(www.elverhoj.org ); and the Wildling Art Museums 7th Annual Santa
Ynez Valley Artists Studio Tour from November 18-20, features the
chance to follow the dots to visit the unique and private enclaves of
30 diverse artists throughout the region on both Saturday and Sunday
with an opening reception on Friday evening in Los Olivos
(www.wildlingmuseum.org/AStudio2011.html ).
In the beautiful Santa Rita Hills, Sanford Winery will be hosting
the first Sanford Art & Wine Workshops featuring full-day courses
(including vineyard lunch and wine-tasting) given by noted
professionals including painter Susan Schwab; photographer Phillip
Van Nostrand; as well as painter and illustrator Deborah Lanino
(www.sanfordwinery.com). The Wandering Dog Wine Bar in Solvang
will be featuring the works of Painter with Wine Christina
LoCascio; and on Wednesday, November 16 will host her popular
Painting with Wine Demonstration (www.wanderingdogwinebar.com ).
Many more art events are being scheduled and visitors are
encouraged to explore other art museums and galleries. Download
the new, free Santa Ynez Valley Art Week Map on the website at
www.visitthesantaynezvalley.com/artweekmap.
For further information, contact Kady Fleckenstein, Executive
Director at kady@SYVVA.com or by calling (805) 686-0053; 1-800-
742-2843 or www.VisitTheSantaYnezValley.com as well as on Twitter
and Facebook.
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Santa Ynez ValleyArt Week is November 12-20
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Cal Poly Wine and Viticulture Programto Benefit; Limited Tickets Available
Paso Garagiste today announced that forty of Californias most
cutting-edge artisan garagiste* winemakers are now set to pour at
the first annual Paso Garagiste Festival: Celebrating the Artisan Wine-
maker to be held November 11-12 at Paso Robles Windfall Farms. A
limited number of tickets for the festival, which will raise funds for the
Cal Poly Wine and Viticulture Program, are now on sale to the public
at pasogaragiste.com.
We knew that there was a powerful artisan wine movement with
deep roots in Paso Robles that simply needed the right vehicle to bring
it to light, says Paso Garagiste Co-founder, and longtime Paso resi-
dent and garagiste, Stewart McLennan. The Paso Garagiste Festival is
that vehicle and, since we announced it just a few weeks ago, the
response from wine enthusiasts, the wine industry and, importantly,
the artisan wine community, has been overwhelming. For the first
time, wine consumers will have the opportunity to taste, all under one
roof, some of the regions if not the countrys best and hardest-to-
find artisan winemakers.
Produced by PasoGaragiste.com, the Paso Garagiste Festival
features high-quality, cutting-edge, small production wineries that
produce fewer than 1,200 cases a year. Among the forty winemakers
scheduled to pour are Aaron Wines, Alta Colina, Caliza Winery,
Jalama Wines, J Dusi Wines, JK Wine Company, Stanger Vineyards,
Symbiosis Wines, Storm Wines, Tercero Wines and Vines on the
Marycrest.
Paso Garagiste also announced key additions to the festival line-up,
including seminars from top winemakers; a winemaker after party,
featuring entertainment from country singer Stephen Rowe, and live
broadcasting from the event by The Krush 92.5.
Because festival attendance is strictly limited and benefits from the
intimate setting of Windfall Farms stunning Stallion Barn, festival-
goers will have a greater opportunity to get to know the garagiste
winemakers and their wines than is customary at larger wine festivals.
The Paso Garagiste Festival: Celebrating the Artisan Winemaker
will be held November 11-12, 2011 at Windfall Farms, 4715 Flying
Paster Lane in Paso Robles, California.
To purchase tickets or go to californiagaragistes.com/festival-ticket/.
The Garagistes
Artisan winemakers slated to showcase their wines at the festival
include Aaron Wines, AmByth Estate, Alta Colina, Bodegas MWinery,
Brochelle Vineyards, Cayucos Cellars, Caliza Winery, Carlson Wines,
Cloak and Dagger Wines, Delreal, J Dusi Wines, Giornata Wines,
Grizzly Republic Winery, Ground Effect Wine, Hammersky Vineyards,
Indigene Cellars, Kinero Cellars, Jalama Wines, JK Wine Company,
Kaleidos, La Filice Winery, Le Deux Chats, Nicora Wines, Per Cazo
Cellars, Poalillo Vineyards, Ranchero Cellars, Rangeland Wines, Red
Zeppelin Winery, Rendarrio Vineyards, Stanger Vineyards, Storm
Wines, Symbiosis Wines, Tercero Wines, Thomas Alexander Wines,
Vin Alegre Winery, Vines on the Marycrest and Westberg Cellars.
The Seminars
Held from 10 a.m. to noon, festival seminars are targeted at
aspiring garagistes and wine enthusiasts alike and will feature leading
lights of the Paso wine industry. Critically acclaimed Cypher winery
will lead one of the seminars in which the audience will taste the
nuances of oak treatments and learn how to identify them and will
include samples of wine in French, American, Hungarian Oak at
various levels of toast.
The Venue
Situated in the heart of beautiful Central Coast wine country,
Windfall Farms is a spectacular 724-acre horse farm with one of the
finest equestrian facilities in the Western United States and is a
community that promotes and enhances the sustainability of local
agriculture and celebrates equestrian, ranch, and agrarian lifestyles. It
features stunning brick buildings with glass and copper steeples and
is surrounded by vineyards, fenced pastures, green sprawling lawns
and panoramic views of the majestic, oak-studded rolling hills of the
Central Coast. The festival will take place primarily in the beautiful
and spacious Stallion Barn, which was home to many American thor-
oughbred racehorses including Flying Paster, Golden Act, Skywalker,
and Itsallgreektome. Click here for a good look at this spectacular
place.
Winemaker After-Party sponsored by Firestone Brewery
Unlike other festivals where winemakers pack up and leave as soon
as the tasting is over, the Paso Garagiste Festival provides an after party
where winemakers can get to know each other and attendees can
continue their tasting conversations. The winemaker after party will
be held in The Breeding Stall Bar in the Stallion Barn, with entertain-
ment provided by Aussie country rocker Stephen Rowe and a selec-
tion of highly acclaimed craft beers courtesy of sponsor Firestone
Brewery.
Sponsors
Festival sponsors include Windfall Farms, The Krush 92.5, Glen
Burdette, Travel Paso Alliance, Paso Press/Vino Magazine, Baker Wine
and Grape Analysis, Diablo Valley Packaging, Ethanol Video, 15
Degrees C Wine Bar and Shop, Kirk Consulting, mWEBB Communi-
cations, and Wine Country Pack and Ship.
The Paso Garagiste Festival: Celebrating the Artisan Winemaker
will be held November 11-12, 2011 at Windfall Farms, 4715 Flying
Paster Lane in Paso Robles, California.
To purchase tickets or to register as trade/media go online to
http://californiagaragistes.com/festival-ticket/.
*Garagistes (gar-uh-zhe-stuh) is a term originally used in the
Bordeaux region of France to denigrate renegade small-lot wine
makers, sometimes working in their garages (anything considered
not a chateau), who refused to follow the rules, and is now a full-
fledged movement responsible for making some of the best wine in
the world. For more information and proper garagiste pronunciation:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LrNPQDEcWo&feature=related
Forty Emerging Winemakers Sign On to Pour at November Event
J&J Cellars Estate Wines fromEclectic Grapes
J&J Cellars is the culmination of an adventure the Judd family
began back in 1998. Jim Judd, head of the family and an accom-
plished aviator, was flying over his property, which he has owned for
35 years, and noticed all the new vines that had been planted in the
properties adjacent to his. Coming from five generations of fruit
farmers, the beautiful sight of the rolling hills trellised in vines
sparked his interest. When he sat down and discussed it with his
family, it ignited a passion in all of them to pursue this new venture
together.
At J&J Cellars great pride is taken in the estate-grown wines made
from the eclectic variety of grapes they grow. However, they have
made a conscious effort to keep their pricing affordable. Their case
sales of Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon have struck a cord with
consumers who appreciate good quality as well as value. The cases
have been flying out the door!
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As crush began at Halter Ranch Vineyard, an extended team
took its place at the brand new, state-of-the-art winery. In fact,
2011 marks the start of a new era for Halter Ranch, with the
appointment of Kevin Sass as Winemaker and Skylar Stuck as
General Manager.
Kevin Sass has a decade of winemaking experience and has
worked closely with many Paso Robles vineyards, including
Halter Ranch. He is particularly eager to showcase the potential
of the superb Halter Ranch estate fruit. Since 2002, we have
been making wine in an old airplane hangar. Weve been
hamstrung by our limited space and have had to cap our
production at roughly 8,000 cases, while our vineyards could
readily provide fruit for 30,000 cases. With this harvest, Sass
continues, we will sell less fruit to our neighbors and begin
building the Halter Ranch identity.
Skylar Stuck joined Halter Ranch in January 2011 and over-
sees all day-to-day operations. With 20 years experience in the
wine industry, Stuck is looking forward to this first vintage
crafted in the new winery. I am very excited to be part of the
on-going qualitative developments at Halter Ranch, where we
are committed to sustainable farming and share a philosophy of
enlightened environmental stewardship.
Halter Ranch Vineyard, a historic property on the west side
of Paso Robles in the heart of Californias Central Coast, draws
on both innovative and traditional winemaking. The winery
produces 100% estate-grown wines, specializing in Bordeaux
and Rhne Valley varietals and blends. It has earned Californias
prestigious SIP Certification (Sustainability in Practice) for its
environmentally responsible viticultural and winemaking prac-
tices.
For further information on Halter Ranch Vineyard, visit the
website at www.HalterRanch.com.
Halter Ranch Vineyard Kicks Off Harvest with
NewWinemaker, NewGM, NewWinery
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The Paso Wine Centre is a modern tasting lounge grounded by the
earthiness of custom-made community slab tasting tables and
wonderful artwork showcasing some of the vineyards of Paso. The
tables are the work of owner Kevin Rankin. He wanted to connect the
modern design of the space with natural wood, one of his passions. So
with the help of some new friends, he was able to obtain 100-year-old
oak slabs from Halter Ranch and a space outside of Denner.
Paso Wine Centre is available to anyone wanting to hold a private
party, with a reservation and fee required. So far, they have hosted
birthday parties, wedding rehearsal dinners, team meetings and finan-
cial seminars. Recently, 44 members from the San Jose Cyclist Club
rented the place for three hours to have a pasta dinner and team
meeting after a 96-mile training ride. The main attraction is the space
and the 200 Paso Robles wines in the shop, with 48 of themfor tasting
or by the glass. There is also plenty of cold bottled beer and light food
available. All events can be catered with your food of choice.
For further information, call (805) 239-9156 or send an email to
kevin@pasowinecentre.com.
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PASOWINE CENTRE
1240 Park Street Paso Robles
805-239-9156 www.pasowinecentre.com
Sunday 1-7pm, Tuesday-Thursday 4-9pm, Friday-Saturday 1-9pm
200 local wines, 48 available for tasting
by the taste, by the glass, buy the bottle
food, beer, artwork, live music, comfy couches
CLAYHOUSE WINES
849 13th Street, Downtown Paso Robles Open daily 11am-6pm
805-238-7055 www.ClayhouseWines.com
The 150-year-old adobe structure, the clay house itself, symbolizes
these vineyards. Like the adobe, the wines are created from the earth,
cultivated by hand and nurtured by family traditions. Clayhouse offers
a selection of exceptional wines for sampling in its downtown
tasting room, including the popular Adobe Red and White, Malbec,
and Old Vine Petite Sirah. All are hand-crafted in a refined style that reflects the character of Paso Robles.
ORCHID HILL WINERY
1140 Pine Street, Paso Robles
Open daily noon to 6 p.m.
805-237-7525 www.orchidhillwine.com
Award-winning wine & cheese pairings available with advance notice
complemented by the art work of world renowned and local artists.
Unique hand-made jewelry & craft items, logo merchandise
PARRISH FAMILY VINEYARD
1220 Park Street, Paso Robles
4-8pmThurs, Fri, Mon &Tues Sat & Sun 12-8pm
(805) 286-4028 www.parrishfamilyvineyard.com
The Parrish Familys historical and viticultural roots run deep in
Paso Robles & Atascadero. We invite you to taste our amazing,
award-winning wines and to relax in an environment
where you will always be treated like family!
Paso Wine Centre
Wine by the Taste, Glass or Bottle
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Venteux Vineyards is a dream realized by two families who share a
passion for wine and hospitality. This passion is revealed in each bottle
of Venteux wine and during each visit by a guest to their tasting room.
In 2003, The Stelzle family bought a beautiful piece of property in the
renowned wine growing region, the Templeton Gap. This exceptional
viticultural area produces several of top scoring wines today. Wine-
maker and co-owner, Adam Goldenberg, focuses on letting the unique
microclimate of the Templeton Gap shine through in the wines. Using
native yeast and keeping varietal wines 100% pure, guests are able to
truly taste the expression of Westside fruit, including Syrah, Grenache,
Mourvedre and more. Additionally, Venteux offers original blends
which are in complete balance and show much complexity. PMS, a
blend of Petite Syrah, Syrah and Mourvedre is a lovely example of a
bold and delicious red wine from the Westside of Paso Robles.
Also on the Venteux property, stands a luxury bed-and-breakfast
inn. Artfully decorated by owner, Bobbi Stelzle, the Bed and Breakfast
offers an authentic stay in wine country. Guests are encouraged to
meander in the vineyards and come back for a wine and cheese recep-
tion in the evenings.
Venteux Vineyards is a charming place to visit during a Westside of
Paso Robles wine tour. Conveniently located near the intersection of
Bethel Road and Las Tablas in Templeton, Venteux is a wonderful place
to start the day. They are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and have a
$5 tasting fee. For more information about their wines and their bed-
and-breakfast inn, visit their website, www.venteuxvineyards.com.
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DUNNINGVINEYARDS
1953 Niderer Road, Paso Robles
Open Thursday thru Monday 11am-5pm and by appointment
805-238-4763 www.dunningvineyards.com
Discover Pasos best kept secret, Off the beaten path.
Experience award-winning Estate Wines. Stay at Dunning
Vineyards Guest Villa & enjoy wine country lifestyle!
RED SOLES WINERY
3230 Oakdale Road, Paso Robles
Open 11am to 5pm daily (805) 226-9898
The unique growing region known as the Templeton Gap allows the
ocean to temper the areas warm days with cool, breezy nights. These
conditions, paired with limestone soils, create the perfect terroir for
growing high quality wine. We are family owned and operated,
specializing in hand-crafted, very limited production wines, made
from grapes grown on our own vineyards.
VENTEUX VINEYARDS
1795 Las Tablas, Templeton
Open daily 10am to 5pm and by appointment.
805-369-0127 www.venteuxvineyards.com
From soil to bottle, our hands-on approach allows us to uphold the
highest level of care in all aspects of the winemaking process. Our
extremely small productions of Rhne wines showcase a style of balance,
elegance, and finesse. Picnic on the porch of the farmhouse and taste our
hand-crafted wines in the elegant and inviting tasting room.
DOCE ROBLES
2023 Twelve Oaks Drive, Paso Robles Daily 10am-5:30pm
805-227-4766 www.docerobleswinery.com
The quality of our fruit is paramount and we have the experience,
location and methods to deliver consistently high-quality fruit. All of
this leads to great tasting wine. Try some we think youll agree!
MONDO CELLARS
3260 Nacimiento Lake Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446
805-226-2925 mondocellars.com
Hours: Sun-Thu, Sat 11am6pm; Fri 11am10pm
Visit our tasting room and experience the passion in our big
Bordeaux and Rhone blends. Make our luxurious Bed and Breakfast
your home and enjoy breathtaking views from every window. All just
five miles from downtown Paso Robles shopping and dining. Join us!
POALILLOVINEYARDS
7970 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles
Open Daily 12 to 5 and Fresh Food available daily.
805-238-0621 www.poalillovineyards.com
Since 1992 Poalillo Vineyards, with its romantic label depicting founders
Charles and Joyce Poalillo, has been hand crafting wines from dry-farmed
and head-trained vineyards. The boutique production of estate Zinfandel,
Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc, Rose and Late Harvest Dessert Wine reflect
meticulous attention to quality and true Westside Paso Robles terroir.
WEST SIDE of PASO ROBLES
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WINE COUNTRY NEWS
With limitless vineyard views, a relaxed vibe and
locally sourced cuisine around every corner, Paso
Robles is an easy choice for the perfect romantic
escape. And this fall, the historic Paso Robles Inn is
partnering with tour operator, The Wine Wrangler,
to offer an all-inclusive package that makes the
most of this flourishing wine country destination,
including sumptuous meals, wine tasting, luxurious
accommodations at the Paso Robles Inn and a tour
of the vineyards from above in the basket of a hot
air balloon.
The adventure begins when guests check in to
the Paso Robles Inn for their Deluxe Spa Room. For
more than 150 years, the Paso Robles Inn hot
springs have attracted visitors from across the globe who seek peace,
quiet, and health in the healing waters. That tradition carries on
today in every Deluxe Spa Rooms private hot springs mineral spa tub
located on the balcony overlooking the Inns manicured gardens.
Additionally, each spa room features a cozy fireplace and a compli-
mentary bottle of award-winning Paso Robles wine for a relaxed
wind-down from the stresses of everyday life. In the evening, the
indulgence continues with a fresh gourmet dinner for two at the
renowned Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse, where the seasonal menu
features classic steakhouse dishes with a contemporary twist, comple-
mented by an extensive local wine list. After hours, the upstairs
Cattlemans Lounge is open for local flavor including drinks, dancing
and live music on weekends.
At dawn the next morning, guests will be escorted by Hummer to
the hot air balloon site where they will lift off for an hour of enjoying
an aerial view of some of the most picturesque vineyards, rolling hills
and countryside in the world. After the sunrise hot
air balloon tour, guests will enjoy a delicious, hearty
breakfast for two at a local caf before boarding the
Hummer for a day of wine tasting at four to six of
Paso Robles best wineries with experienced tour
guide, The Wine Wrangler. A decadent picnic lunch
among the vines is included. At the end of this long,
eventful day, it might be time for a long soak in the
private hot springs spa or perhaps a quiet dinner at
any one of downtown Paso Robles charming
gourmet bistros. In either case, the crisp white
linens of the Deluxe Spa Room bed will beckon
before long.
The Paso Robles Inn Hot Air Balloon Package is
available through December 30, 2011 and includes: two nights in a
Deluxe Spa Room as well as all taxes and fees; a sunrise hot air
balloon tour for two; wine tasting at local wineries including tasting
fees; Hummer transportation to balloon ride and wine tasting; break-
fast for two at a caf; winery lunch; a bottle of local wine at check-in;
and dinner for two at the Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse. To reserve,
visit the website at www.PasoRoblesInn.com, call (805) 238-2660 or
toll-free at 1-800-676-1713.
Since 1857, the Paso Robles Inn has offered a haven of comfort,
pleasure and wellness, with natural hot springs that have refreshed
travelers dating back to the Salinan people and California mission
padres. Today, the Inn continues this storied tradition in wine
country, with elegantly furnished rooms, private mineral spa tubs,
meticulously-tended grounds, a modern American steakhouse and a
welcoming lounge all just minutes from Paso Robles 200 wineries
and the delights of City Park.
Sky-High in Paradise
Gourmet getaway package includes hot air balloon tour over Paso Robles wine country
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When venturing to the Edna Valley wine
region from downtown San Luis Obispo, a
mere four miles into the trip stands the
entrance to Tolosa Winery. The drive to the
tasting room is surrounded by Tolosas estate
Winery Vineyard and attractive land-
scaping. With ample parking and a modern,
yet inviting, entrance, there is no wonder
Tolosa is one of the most popular wineries in
the Edna Valley. Standing at the bar feels
spacious and comfortable; however, Tolosa is
known for its accommodating outdoor patio.
Guests are welcome to picnic and enjoy wines
by the flight or glass outside. The space offers
plenty of shade and breathtaking views of
vineyards and the rolling hills of Edna Valley.
Tolosa Winery prides itself on being
sustainable, solar and estate; all three are
clearly identifiable and have a noticeable
affect on the wines. All five of Tolosas estate
vineyards are SIP Certified which refers to
vineyard practices which follow specific
guidelines set by the Central Coast Vineyard
Team in order to promote vineyards and
wineries which act sustainably in all aspects
of grape farming. Sun Power high efficiency
solar panels were installed in 2009. The solar
panels power 90-95%of all energy the winery
uses. Tolosas website notes that the amount
of emissions displaced by using solar power is
equivalent to, removing 2600 cars from Cali-
fornias roads. While all five are located
within the Edna Valley, Tolosas estate vine-
yards have varying soil types and microcli-
mates. Each vineyard produces grapes which
vary in variety or clonal selection. This
enables the production of the highest quality
fruit possible, farmed to the winemakers pref-
erence.
Tolosa offers two different flights of wine
the House Flight and the Limited Release
Flight. Each flight includes distinctive wines
which change regularly. The House Flight is
poured daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the
Limited Release Flight is poured Thursday
through Sunday. All wines on both flights are
available by the glass and bottle. Discounts
apply for wine club members and for
purchases of 6 or 12 bottles of wine. The
newly released 2009 Pinot Noir, presented on
the House Flight, is an elegant and complex
estate wine at an everyday price. 1772 refers
to the year Mission San Luis Obispo de
Tolosa, Tolosas namesake, was founded. The
wines which are designated 1772 are barrel
selections from each vintage. The 2008
1772 Pinot Noir is currently offered on the
Limited Release Flight and is incredibly well
balanced and layered.
A must-do experience in the Edna Valley
region is to participate in Tolosas wine and
cheese pairing. The pairings are available
every weekend from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Saturday and Sunday, and held in the exclu-
sive Heritage Room. The menu changes every
week and includes two white wines and two
red wines, each of which is paired with a
sample of cheese from Vivant Fine Cheese.
Reservations are not required for individuals
or groups of seven or less. Be advised that on
a busy day, the cheese may run out and Tolosa
recommends guests, if planning to visit in the
later afternoon, to call to confirm the cheese
and wine flight is still available. Tolosa also
offers interesting tours of the property as well
as occasional barrel sampling. Visit their
website, www.TolosaWinery.com for more
information and every Wednesday for the
following weekends cheese selection!
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Each year thousands of vibrant orange and black
Monarch butterflies flock to Pismo Beach, seeking
shelter from the freezing northern winters. From
late October to February, the butterflies cluster in
the limbs of a grove of Eucalyptus trees at Pismo
State Beach. The grove is easily accessible. It is
located on State Highway 1 at the south boundary
of the city limits of Pismo Beach.
Spectators come from all over the Central Coast
and throughout the state to view the Monarchs.
Visitors are greeted by knowledgeable and well-
informed volunteer docents offering daily talks and
information.
The butterflies form dense clusters with each
one hanging with its wing down over the one below
it to form a shingle effect. This provides shelter
fromthe rain and warmth for the group. The weight
of the cluster help keeps it from whipping in the
wind and dislodging the butterflies.
This colony is one of the largest in the nation,
hosting an average of 25,000 butterflies over the
last five years.
During the season the Docent Trailer opens at 10
a.m. and closes at 4 p.m. daily. Daily talks happen
at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., weather permitting.
For more information or directions, visit
monarchbutterfly.org or call the Pismo Beach
Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-443-7778.
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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.
Where to go
WINE TASTING
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San Luis Obispo Vintners Associa-
tion announces their 21st Annual
Rockin Harvest Celebration,
November 4th-6th. The Grand Tasting
and Auction will take place on
Saturday, November 5th fromnoon to 3
p.m. at the beautiful Avila Beach Golf
Resort. More than 60 wineries and
restaurants from the San Luis Obispo region are featured in the scenic
seaside setting of the Avila Beach Golf Resort. Winemakers, local chefs
and wine lovers share the fruits of their labor and passion for the art
of winemaking. This auction is not your typical run of the mill
auction. Be prepared to be entertained by the winemakers as they
show off their lifestyle auction lots. Back by popular demand, this
years auction will once again open up with live music from the Wine-
makers Band, The Crushtones, a group formed especially for last
years annual event. For locals, and those from out of the area, this is
a great time to explore San Luis Obispo and discover the culinary trea-
sures of our unique region.
New this year, SLO Vintners will offer two additional event features
in conjunction with the main event. A limited amount of back stage
passes will kick off the day at 11 a.m. These special guests will get an
hour early entrance to the event, and be able to sample special limited
reserve wines, poured during this hour only. Early bird tickets are very
limited.
Along with the new back stage pass, SLO Vintners wants the event
to continue on Sunday. Come party like a rock star and hit the SLO
Wine trail and let the party carry on at participating wineries, where
they pull out the wine, food and entertainment once again at their
individual wineries. Your ticket into the Grand Tasting from Saturday,
gets you into the winery event on Sunday for free! All you have to do
is wear your all access bracelet from the main event on Saturday and
bring your wine glass with you as well on Sunday, and youll be ready
to rock two days straight with SLO wineries.
Harvest celebration events take place all weekend and kick off on
Friday night with a variety of winemaker socials and dinners that offer
a great value. Wineries and restaurants partner to provide festive food
and wine experiences at various winery and restaurant locations in San
Luis Obispo. The weekend provides enthusiasts a chance to discover
the distinct characteristics of San Luis Obispo while meeting the
people that created the wines.
Tickets to the Grand Tasting Event on Saturday are $80 and are on
sale now! This year private tables are back! A table of eight is $800,
and gets you a front row private table at the auction, and VIP service,
and also gets you back stage passes for Saturday too. Dont miss out
on this unforgettable weekend in SLO Wine Country!
Oceanfront Wine Tasting
Unique gifts & apparel
Wines by the glass!
480 Front St. Avila Beach
805.595.9663
www.wildwoodwine.com
Open Daily 11-5, Fri & Sat 11-6
Wish You Were Here!
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San Luis Obispos Rockin Harvest Celebration
Come on in, the waters WINE
Enjoy award-winning wines
at Avila Beachs first tasting room
Receive 15% off
your purchase,
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415 First St., Avila Beach
Open Daily 10:30-6:00
805.595.2632
www.alapaycellars.com
Offer good through
November 30, 2011
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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.
JALAMAWINES
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.
LAVIE 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!
LORINGWINE 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!
ZOTOVICH CELLARS
1500 East Chestnut Court, Suite D; Lompoc
805-736-1600, www.zotovichcellars.com
Thursday-Sunday 10am-5pm
A family owned and operated boutique winery.
"We grow, produce and bottle estate Syrah, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
We're new to the Lompoc Wine Ghetto. Stop in to meet us!"

La Vie Vineyards
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Tension, something most people
work to avoid, Evening Land Vine-
yards works to obtain. The perfectly
balanced tension between fruit, acid
and terroir is what our winemakers
strive for.
Evening Land Vineyards has
embarked on a journey to explore the
American Terroir by establishing
Estate vineyards in three paramount
American Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
appellations: the Santa Rita Hills, the
Sonoma Coast and the Willamette
Valley. But a Pinot Noir and
Chardonnay study would not be
complete without the inclusion of wines from Burgundy. Working
with three talented wine makers, Sashi Moorman (California), Isabelle
Meunier (Oregon) and Christophe Vial (Beaune, France) we begin on
our journey where all great wine starts: in the vineyard. Whether
windswept and mineral laden, blanketed in ocean fog, or rooted in the
eroded jory and basalt soils from once active volcanoes, our vines
struggle to flourish in these American Terroirs becomes a flow of deli-
cious energy into the grapes. Organic and Biodynamic farming prac-
tices along with minimal processing in
the winery assure that what you taste in
the glass is a true representation of the
time and place it was created.
Come visit our new tasting room at
1503 East Chestnut Avenue in the
Lompoc Wine Ghetto to experience,
compare, and enjoy the terroir of the
Santa Rita Hills, the Sonoma Coast, the
Willamette Valley, and the Cote DOr.
Open Friday through Sunday from 11
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Evening Land Vineyards
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Royal Oaks
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LIONS PEAK/Mission Meadow
Toccata Wines (Mandolina)
CARIVINTAS
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Kalyra
Sunstone
Imagine Wine
Gainey
Beckmen Roblar
Winery
Bridlewood
Brander
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BYRON
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Fontes-Phillips
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Saarloos & Sons
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Foxen Vineyards
Fess Parker
Koehler
River Bench Vineyards
Rancho Sisquoc
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by Michael Cervin
The histories of Sierra Madre Vineyard and the Santa Maria Valley
in Santa Barbara County have been entwined for more than three
decades. Santa Barbaras finest winemakers have long prized Sierra
Madre Pinot Noir for its earth, mineral and spice characteristics and its
long aging potential. It didnt hurt that the Oscar-winning movie Side-
ways poetically praised the virtues of Pinot Noir either, bringing atten-
tion to this region. The property, owned by the Robert Mondavi
Winery was sold to current owner Doug Circle in 2003, and was orig-
inally planted in 1971. It is located three miles east of Santa Maria and
is one of the coolest vineyards in the valley, and is the closest to the
ocean of any Santa Maria vineyard. Mondavi replanted parts of the
vineyard from 1997 to 2000 with newer clones like Dijon, 115 and
2A, among others, tighter spacing and better farming practices. But it
was strawberries that first attracted Circle to buy the property, not
grapes, since he was a successful agriculture farmer specializing in
strawberry production. But Circle also knew the land yielded excellent
grapes. The sandy-loam soils have excellent drainage and nourish the
low-yielding vines to set clusters with small berries, deep intense
flavors, color and concentration. This coastal valley property, all 165
planted acres of it, is well-suited to both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
as the cold Pacific air blankets the vineyard on summer afternoons.
This natural moderation of heat accumulation slows down the
ripening in the grapes and allows for extended hang-time, where the
berry flavors concentrate while retaining crisp, fresh acidity. The
opportunity to work with the extremely high-quality Chardonnay and
Pinot Noir from the 40-year-old Sierra Madre Vineyard was just too
good to pass up, says Ed Maass, director of sales and marketing who
enthusiastically joined the winery in early 2011. The site is fantastic,
and the vines and rootstocks we matched in the 1990s are now
starting to show incredible results. These are delicious, authentic
wines, he adds. They currently sell most of their fruit from the Sierra
Madre Vineyard to a few dozen other high-quality wineries, and then
bottle wines under their own Sierra Madre Vineyard label.
Their portfolio of wine includes Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot
Blanc and the gold standard of red wines, Pinot Noir. The vineyard
offers some of the best Pinot Noir in the state, says winemaker Steve
Rasmussen. We are going to pleasantly surprise a lot of people with
the Chardonnay; it is just really a world class location for both of these
varietals. And Rasmussen should know, he was the winemaker at the
well-regarded Talley Winery in San Luis Obispo for 20 years and
produced exceptional wines there. He joined Sierra Madre because he
knew the intrinsic value of this land. Sierra Madre Vineyards was the
vineyard that originally inspired me to want to make Pinot Noir back
in 1985, says Rasmussen. In the early 1980s Pinot Noir was nothing
to write home about, but now were making world-class Pinot Noir.
As proof of this they have won numerous awards from prestigious
wine competitions including the Los Angeles International Wine
Competition and the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
Sierra Madre Vineyard is only a half hour drive from San Luis Obispo
and the Santa Ynez Valley and is offering something unique to other
Central Coast wineries vineyard tours are available by appointment
to small groups that would like to visit and spend some time enjoying
the beautiful piece of property. It is a truly lovely way to spend the day
with friends. Wines can also be found in many restaurants and wine
bars throughout California and the United States. Call the office or
email info@sierramadrevineyard.com to schedule an appointment, or
to learn more about Sierra Madre wines.
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by Allison Levine
Named after owner Bill Foleys daughters Lindsay and Courtney,
Lincourt was founded in 1996 and today produces boutique, hand-
crafted wines from the estate vineyards in Santa Ynez and Santa Rita
Hills.
The quaint and charming tasting room is an original 1926 Sears
Craftsman kit home. The building was shipped via railway (now
Alamo Pintado Road just outside the vineyard) and brought up the
hill and pieced together by numbers. Located on the property of an
old dairy farm, the building, which sits in its original spot since it was
built, still has the original glass windows as well.
At the Lincourt tasting room, which offers a selection of Bordeaux
and Burgundy varietals, guests can taste six wines for $10. White
wines include Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and three
different Chardonnays. Red wines include Cabernet Sauvignon,
Merlot, Pinot Noir and Syrah, as well as a Ros of Grenache. The
wines are approachable, fruit-forward wines that range in retail price
between $18 to $40. In November Lincourt will be releasing two new
Chardonnays and two new Pinot Noirs. These wines will be hand-
crafted, limited-production wines which will only be available in the
tasting room.
Lincourt tasting room is the perfect place to stop in the middle of
the day for lunch. With tables under the veranda looking out at the
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
2 for 1 Tasting
with this ad
Lincourt Winery
LOS OLIVOS

SPECIALIZING IN
SANTA BARBARA &
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PINOT NOIRS
2905 GRAND AVE
LOS OLIVOS
805-688-7406
thelosolivostastingroom.com
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.
Vineyard Crafted Wines
VI NEYARDS
Open daily 11-5,
2434 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos
(805) 688-0400 www.stolpmanvineyards.com
1711 Alamo Pintado Rd.
Open Daily from 10am-5pm
www.lincourtwines.com 805-688-8554
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vineyards and grassy areas, it is the ideal spot for a picnic lunch.
Lunch can be picked up in the local town of Los Olivos and wine can
be purchased in the tasting room. On weekends, Lincourt sets up a
second tasting bar on the veranda so that guests can enjoy being
outside while tasting.
Lincourt offers a great wine club program as well. In addition to
the wine shipments received throughout the year and discounts on
wine purchases, wine club members also get free tastings at Lincourt,
as well as the other brands within the Foley family. Other wineries
include Foley Estate and Firestone Vineyards in the Santa Barbara
area, Eos Estate in Paso Robles, Sebastiani and Chalk Hill Estate in
Sonoma County, Kuleto Estate in Napa Valley and Three Rivers in
Walla Walla, Washington.
The tasting room is located at 1711 Alamo Pintado Road in the
town of Ballard and a few miles from the town of Los Olivos. The
tasting room is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For additional
information, call (805) 688-8554 or visit www.lincourtwines.com.
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Email winery updates to info@winecountrythisweek.com
Wi ne Tast i ng i n
SOLVANG
Lions Peak Tasting Room is in the heart of Solvang, situated
between restaurants and shops. It is the perfect place to stop by to
relax and unwind with a glass of wine and complementary hors
d'oeuvres and often times meet owner/winemaker, Jennifer Arant.
We invite you to join us on Saturday November 12th to celebrate
Jennifer's Birthday. JH Productions will be there for a Day with the
Beatles! From the original Beatles releases to remembering John
Lennon, Paul, George and Ringo. We shall have wine and cheese
pairing with assorted fruit and a special birthday cake from Canters
in West Hollywood which will be paired with the LP Cabernet Port!
Also, LP will begin its annual open house for the holiday season
starting Thanksgiving weekend through New Years Day! Join us for
bottle signing, wine and cheese pairing, and holiday festivities.
Lions Peak Estate is located in the rolling hills of California's
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 oppor-
tunity to create wines of diversity with the region's 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. Every wine tells a
different story to the palette and every label tells a story to the imag-
ination. "We have developed a wine portfolio which wine tasters
recognize...Our 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-of-class 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 6 p.m. with extended hours on
the weekends. For more information, visit the website at
www.lionspeakwine.com.
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.
The wineries in Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country welcome you to
Autumn on the Trail, Saturday November 5, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Come enjoy the fruits of harvest with a visit to the member
wineries located in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. Join them on the
wine trail for a great day of wine tasting and savor some of Californias
most outstanding wines! Enjoy this opportunity to become more
familiar with the boutique member wineries and to enjoy their
premiumwines. As you take a self-guided tour of the wineries you will
have the opportunity to sample specially selected wines paired with
tasty appetizers.
As an added bonus your passport can be used on Sunday as well
so you can continue your Santa Ynez Valley tasting adventure! Perfect
for a fall weekend get away. Its a great time to stock up on those
holiday wine gifts, too!
$35 per person includes your passport to all member wineries and
a wine country logo glass. Passports are sold on the day of the event
- Saturday, November 5 at these walk-in wineries: Lucas & Lewellen
in Solvang, Alexander & Wayne in the heart of Los Olivos, Imagine
Wine in Santa Ynez or Casa Cassara in Buellton.
On Sunday, November 6, bring your passport to any of the partic-
ipating wineries for additional complimentary tasting. Make it a
weekend in wine country!
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Autumn on theTrail at Participating SantaYnez ValleyWineries
Discover Oceanic Terroir
by Kim Murphy-Rodrigues
The stunning Santa Barbara coastline has a new jewel in its treasure
chest with the recent opening of the Conway Family Wines Deep Sea
Tasting Room on Stearns Wharf. Located at the gateway to the Central
Coast wine region, the light-filled, spacious upstairs tasting room has
a distinct contemporary feel, with an expansive tasting bar. The
inviting setting features an artisan crafted table, seats and benches
constructed by the Conway brothers out of transformed French oak
wine barrels. Visitors can enjoy a glass of wine out on the venues deck,
which reveals a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara
Harbor, Channel Islands and Riviera, with a glimpse of passing sea
lions and pelicans.
Open daily until 7 p.m., the tasting menu includes the popular
Deep Sea wine portfolio in addition to limited-production selections
fromthe winerys Rancho Arroyo Grande label. Tasting RoomManager
Haley Beckwith invites visitors to drop by this holiday season to
sample the award-winning wines
and the estate olive oil while
checking out the selection of
wine gifts and accessories
perfect for anyone on your shop-
ping list! The Deep Sea Tasting
Room will also be hosting a
weekly Happy Hour with live
music and is now taking reserva-
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The Conway family of Santa
Barbara welcome visitors to
sample their Deep Sea wines,
which strive to capture the
maritime influence present in
Californias most prominent
coastal vineyards. The wines
origins include estates composed
of ancient sea beds, prominent
with seashell fossils. The
Conway Family Wines seashell
logo is reminiscent of this
oceanic terroir and represents
their commitment to crafting
quality wines.
For more information, please
visit the winerys website,
www.conwayfamilywines.com or
friend the Deep Sea Tasting
Room page on Facebook.
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Adelaida Cellars Paso Robles Daily 10-5
5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 805 239-8980 X X X
Alta Colina Paso Robles Th-Su
2725 Adelaida Rd; 805 227-4191 11-5 X X
AmByth Estate Templeton By
510 Sequoia Lane; 805 305-9497 appt X X
Ancient Peaks Santa Margarita Th-Mo
22720 El Camino Real; 805-365-7045 11-5:30 X X X
Anglim Paso Robles Th-Mo 11-6
740 Pine St; 805-227-6813 or by Appt X X
AronHill Vineyards Templeton Daily
3745 W. Hwy 46; 805-434-3066 11-5 X X
Arroyo Robles Paso Robles Daily
739 12th St; 877-759-WINE 11-7 X X
Asuncion Ridge Paso Robles Daily 12:30-6
729 13th Street; 805 237-3780 Fri-Sat till 8 X X
August Ridge Creston Fr 12-5
8790 E. Highway 41; 805 239-2455 Sa-Su 11-5 X X
B & E Vineyards Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-5
10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815 or By Appt X X
Barrel 27 Wine Co Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-5
2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-237-1245 or By Appt X X
Bassetti Vineyards Cambria By
1191 N. Green Valley Rd; 805-927-1925 Appt X X
Bear Cave Cellars Paso Robles Daily
840 13th Street, Suite G ; 805-238-4329 12-5 X X
Bella Luna Templeton Fr-Su
1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477 10-5 X X
Berardo Vineyards Paso Robles Weekends
3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 12-5 X X
Bianchi Winery Paso Robles Daily
3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 10-5 X X
Black Hand Cellars Cambria Weekends & holidays
766 Main Street, Suite B ; 805-712-WINE 11-5 X X
Bodegas Paso Robles Paso Robles Daily 12:30-6
729 13th Street; 805 237-3780 Fri-Sat till 8 X X
Bon Niche Cellars San Miguel By
2627 Golden Eagle Way; 805 400-0451 Appt X X
Booker Vineyard Paso Robles Thu-Sun
2640 Anderson Road; 805-237-7367 11-5 X X
Brian Benson Cellars Paso Robles Fr-Su
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 10:30-5 X X
Brochelle Vineyards Paso Robles Thu-Mon
2323 Tuley Ct, #130 ; 805-237-4410 11-5 X X
Broken Earth Paso Robles Fri-Mon 10-6
5625 Hwy 46E; 805 239-2562 Tue-Thu 10-5 X X
CALCAREOUS Paso Robles Daily
3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289 11-5 X X
Caliza Winery Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-4:30
2570 Anderson Rd; 805-237-1480 or by appt X X
Caparone Winery Paso Robles Daily
2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827 11-5 X X X
CARINA CELLARS Paso Robles Thu-Mon
3525 Adelaida Rd; 805 835-9643 11-5 X X X
Carmody McKnight Estate Wines Paso Robles
11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5 X X
Cass Vineyards Paso Robles Sa-Su 11-6
7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730 Mo-Fr 12-5 X X
CASTORO CELLARS Templeton Daily
1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725 10-5:30 X X
Cayucos Cellars Cayucos Daily 11-5:30
131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036 Closed Tue X X
Cerro Prieto Paso Robles By appt
3432 Los Tablas Willow Creek Rd; 805 226-8448 X X
Changala Winery Paso Robles Fr-Su By
3770 Willow Creek Road; 805-226-9060 11-5 Appt X X
Chateau Margene Creston Sat-Sun
4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 12-5 X X
Chateau Margene Paso Robles Daily
6996 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-3500 11- 5 X X
Christian Lazo Paso Robles Thu-Mon 12-7
840 13th St, Suite F; 805 226-8820 Sat 10-7 or by appt X X
Chronic Cellars Paso Robles Daily
2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 237-7848 11:30-5:30 X X
Chumeia Vineyards Paso Robles Daily
8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 10-5 X X
Cinquain Cellars San Miguel By apt
6404 Independence Ranch Pl; 805 400-5978 X X
Clautiere Vineyard Paso Robles Daily
1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 12-5 X X
Clavo Cellars Templeton Daily
315 South Main St; 805-226-0174 12-5 X X
CLAYHOUSE WINES Paso Robles Daily
849 13th St; 805 238-7055 11-6 X X
Cypher Winery Templeton Daily
3750 Hwy 46 West; 805 237-0055 11-6 X X
DAnbino Cellars Paso Robles Thu-Mon
710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 11-6 X X
Daou Vineyards Paso Robles Daily
2777 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805 226-5460 11-5 X X
Dark Star Cellars Paso Robles Fr-Su
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389 10:30-5 X X
Denner Vineyards &Winery Paso Robles
5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 Daily 11-5 X X
Derby Wine Estates Paso Robles Fr-Mo
5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 11-5 X X
Doce Robles Paso Robles Daily
2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766 10-5:30 X X
Domaine Degher Paso Robles By
8650 Centra Rd ; 805 296-2562 Appt X X
Donati Family Vnyd Templeton Daily 10-5
Corner of 46 West & Vineyard Dr; 805-238-0676 X X
Donatoni Winery Paso Robles Sa-Su 12-5
3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Or By Appt X
Dover Canyon Winery Paso Robles Th-Su
4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 11-5 X X
Dubost Winery Paso Robles Fri-Sun
9988 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-226-8463 11-5 X X
Dunning Vineyards Estate Winery Paso Robles
1953 Niderer Rd; 805-238-4763 Th-Mo 11-5 X X
Eagle Castle Winery Paso Robles Daily
3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 10:30-5:30 X X X
EBERLE WINERY Paso Robles Win-10-5
3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607 Sum 10-6 X X X
cluse Wines Paso Robles Fr-Sun
1520 Kiler Canyon Rd; 805 238-4998 11-4 X X
EDWARD SELLERS Paso Robles Daily
1401 Hwy 46 West; 805 239-8915 11-5 X X
Enfold Wines Paso Robles By
855 Windwood Rd; 805 239-2856 Appt X X
Epoch Estate Wines Templeton Fri-Mon 11-5
7505 York Mountain Rd; 805 237-7575 Thur by appt X X
EOS ESTATE WINERY Paso Robles Daily
2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 11-5 X X
FS Cellars Paso Robles Thu-Sun
1337 Vendels Circle; 805-226-8989 11-6 X X
Falcon Nest Winery Paso Robles Daily
5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 10-7:30 X X
Four Sisters Ranch San Miguel By
6961 Estrella Rd; 805 526-9242 Appt X X
Fratelli Perata Paso Robles By
1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Appt X X
Frolicking Frog Atascadero By
14490 San Miguel Rd; 805 466-0779 Appt X X
FS Cellars Paso Robles Thu-Sun
1337 Vendels Circle; 805-226-8989 11-6 X X
Gelfand Vineyards Paso Robles By
5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Appt X X
Graveyard Vineyards San Miguel By
6990 Estrella Road; 805 467-2043 Appt X X X
GreMark Vnyds Paso Robles By
5325 Rancho La Loma Linda; 805 237-0154 Appt X X
Grey Wolf Cellars Paso Robles Daily
2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 11-5:30 X X
HALTER RANCHVNYD Paso Robles Daily
8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 X X
HammerSky Vineyards Paso Robles Fr-Su
7725 Vineyard Drive; 949 338-7813 By Appt X X
Hansen Vineyard Templeton Fr-Sun
5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 11-5 X X
Harmony Cellars Harmony Sum 10-5:30
3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805 927-1625 Win 10-5 X X
Hearst Ranch San Simeon Tue-Sun
442 SLO San Simeon Rd; 805 927-4100 11-5 X X
HEARTHSTONE Paso Robles Daily
5070 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-2544 10-5 X X
Herman Story Wines Paso Robles Thu-Sun 11-4
1227 Paso Robles St; 949 237-2400 or by appt X X
CROADVINEYARDS
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3550 Vinedo Robles Lane, Paso Robles
805-226-9899
Open 11-5 Thursday-Monday
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WINERY LISTINGS | WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTH
Hidden Oak Templeton Fr-Sun
4671 South El Pomar; 805 237-9315 11-5 X X
Hope Family Wines Paso Robles Fr-Sa
1585 Live Oak Road; 805 238-4112 10-4 X X
Hug Cellars Paso Robles Thu-Mon 11-5
2323 Tuley Rd; 805-226- 8022 & By Appt X X X
HUNT CELLARS Paso Robles Sum 10:30-6
2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600 Win 10:30-5 X X
J& J CELLARS San Miguel Fri-Sun
2850 Ranchita Canyon; 805-467-2891 11-5 X X
J. LOHR VNYDS &WINES Daily
6169 Airport Rd, Paso Robles; 805-239-8900 10-5 X X
J. Paul Rosilez Paso Robles Daily
4889 Dry Creek Rd; 805-226-0550 11-5 X X
Jack Creek Cellars Templeton Mon 11-3, Thu 11-4
5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 Fri-Sun 11-4:30 X X
JADAWINERY Paso Robles Daily
5620 Vineyard Dr; 805 226-4200 11-5 X X X
Justin Winery Paso Robles Daily
11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 238-6932 10-5 X X X
Kaleidos Paso Robles Fri-Sun
3770 Willow Creek; 805 226-0828 11-5 X X
KENNETHVOLK Paso Robles Daily
2485 Hwy 46W; 805 237-7896 10:30-5 X X
Kiamie Wine Cellars Paso Robles Open daily
9750 Adelaida Rd; 805 226-8333 11-5 X X X
Kukkula Templeton Fri-Sun
9515 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0111 11-5 X X
LAventure Winery Paso Robles Th-Su 11-4
2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 Mo-We by Appt. X X
Lago Giuseppe Templeton By
8345 Green Valley Rd, 46 W; 805-237-7300 Appt X X
Laraneta Vynds Templeton By
2602 Templeton Rd, 46 W; 805 434-5090 Appt X X
Le Cuvier Paso Robles Fri-Sun
9750 Adelaida Rd; 805 549-4764 11-5 X X
Le Vigne Winery Paso Robles Sum 11-6
5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 Win 11-5 X X X
Linne Calodo Paso Robles Daily
3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 10-4:30 X X
Locatelli San Miguel Fr-Su
8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 1l-4 X X
Loma Linda Vineyards Paso Robles By
5155 Rancho La Loma Linda Dr: 805 227-7172Appt X X
Lone Madrone Paso Robles Daily
2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 10:30-5 X X
Maloy ONeill Paso Robles Daily
5725 Union Rd; 805 238-6430 10-5 X X
Meridian Vineyards Paso Robles Daily
7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133 10-5 X X
Meritage Wine Tasting Paso Robles Sun 12-5 X X
810 11th St; 805 238-9456 Mon-Thu 12-8, Fri-Sat 12-11
Midnight Cellars Paso Robles Win Daily 10-5
2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 Sum Daily 10-5:30 X X
Minassian-Young Paso Robles Thu-Su
MitchellaVineyard Paso Robles Fr-Su 12-5
2525 Mitchella Ranch Way; 805 239-8555 or by appt X X
MondoCellars Paso Robles Daily
3260 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 226-2925 11-6 X X X
MoonstoneCellars Cambria Daily
801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466 11-5 X X
Nadeau Family Vintners Paso Robles Fr-Su
NINER WINE ESTATE Paso Robles Daily
2400 Highway 46 West; 805-239-2233 10-5 X X
Norman Vineyards Paso Robles Daily
7450 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0138 11-5 X X
Opolo Vineyards Paso Robles Daily
7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 10-5 X X
ORCHID HILL VNYD Daily
1140 Pine St, Paso Robles; 805-237-7525 12-6 X X
Ortman Family Vnyds Paso Robles Sun-Thu 12-6
1317 Park Street; 805-237-9009 Fri-Sat 12-7 X X
Oso Libre Winery Paso Robles Wed-Mon
7383 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-3378 11-5 X X
Paso Port Wine Co in Steinbeck Vnyds Thu-Mon
5940 Union Rd, Paso Robles; 805 239-2229 11-5 X X
PASOWINE CENTRE Paso Robles Tue-Thu 4-9
1240 Park Street; 805 239-9156 Fri-Sat 1-9, Sun 1-7 X X
PARRISH FAMILY Paso Robles Open daily
1220 Park St; 805 286-4028 12-7 X X
Peachy Canyon Winery Paso Robles Daily
1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 11-5 X X
Pear Valley Paso Robles Daily
4900 Union Road; 805 237-2861 11-5 X X
Penman Springs Paso Robles Thu-Sun
1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 11-5 X X
Per Cazo Cellars Paso Robles By
5325 Vineyard Dr; 805 227-4949 Appt X
PIANETTA Paso Robles Sun-Thurs 12-6
829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Fri-Sat 11-7 X X X
Pipestone Paso Robles Th-Mo
2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 11-5 X X
Poalillo Vineyards Paso Robles Daily
7970 Vineyard Drive; 805-238-0621 11-5 X X
Pomar Junction Templeton Th-Mo
5036 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-238-9940 11-5 X X
Pozo Valley Santa Margarita Fr-Su
2200 El Camino Real; 805-286-7172 12-5 X X
Pretty Smith San Miguel Fr-Su
13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104 11-5 X X
Proulx Paso Robles Thu-Mon
5424 Vineyard Drive; 805-226-2800 11-5 X X
Rabbit Ridge Paso Robles Sat-Sun
1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331 11-5 X X
Ranchita Canyon San Miguel Fri-Mon
3439 Ranchita Canyon Road; 805 467-9448 11-5 X X
Rangeland Wines Paso Robles By
10425 Klau Mine Road; 805 674-9232 Appt X X
Red Soles Paso Robles Daily
3230 Oakdale Rd; 805-226-9898 11-5 X X
Rio Seco Paso Robles Daily
4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884 11-5 X X
RIVERSTAR VNYDS San Miguel Fri-Mon
7450 Estrella Rd; 805 467-0086 12-5 X X
RN Estate Winery Paso Robles By
7986 North River Rd; 805 610-9802 Appt X X
ROBERT HALL Paso Robles Daily Win 10-5
3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 Sum 10-6 X X X
Rockin R Wine Paso Robles Fri-Sun
8500 Union Rd, Ste C; 805 835-8529 11-5 X X
Rocky Creek Cellars Templeton Daily
8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919 11-5 X X
ROTTAWINERY Templeton Daily
250 Winery Road; 805-237-0510 10:30-5:30 X X
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 X X
San Antonio Winery Paso Robles Daily
2610 Buena Vista; 805 226-2600 10-6 X X
San Marcos Creek Paso Robles Daily
7750 North Hwy 101; 805-467-9260 11-5 X X
Sarzotti Winery Templeton Thu-Sun 11-5
180 Bella Rancy Rd; 805 226-2022 or By Appt X X
Sculpterra Paso Robles Fri-Sun
5015 Linne Road, 805-226-8881 10-5 X X
Sextant Wines Paso Robles Fri-Mon
3502 Dry Creek Rd, #B9-11; 805 542-0133 12-5 X X
Sharps Hill Poured at Vinoteca, Paso Robles
835 12th St; 805 227-7154 Mo-Th 4-9, Fri & Sa 4-11 X X
Skyhawk Lane & Red Poets Cambria Thu-Tue
821 Cornwall St; 805 350-5049 11-5
Stacked Stone Cellars Paso Robles Fr-Sa 11-5
1525 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7872 Su 12-5 X X
Stanger Vineyards Paso Robles
7970 Vineyard Drive; 805 238-4777 Daily 11-5 X X
5225 Hwy 41 Fri-Sun 11-6 X X
Starr-Ranch Paso Robles By
9320 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0144 Appt X X
Steinbeck Paso Robles Fri-Sun
5940 Union Rd; 805 238-1854 11-5 X X
Stephens Cellar tasted at Lone Madrone Daily
2485 Hwy 46 West, Paso Robles; 805-238-2412 10:30-5 X X
Still Waters Vineyards Paso Robles Th-Mo
2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 11-5 X X
Summerwood Paso Robles Daily
2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365 10-6 X X
Tablas Creek Paso Robles Daily
9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231 10-5 X X X
Tackitt Family San Miguel Fri-Sun X X
6640 Von Dollen Rd; 805 467-9490 12-5
Tassajara Cellars San Miguel Fri-Sun 11-5
In the barrel room at Silver Horse; 805-239-8511 X X
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2995 Pleasant Road, San Miguel
805-467-WINE
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Terry Hoage Paso Robles By Appt
870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083 Fri-Sun 11-4 X X
Thacher Winery Paso Robles Fri-Sun 11-5
8355 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0087 & By Appt X X
Tobin James Cellars Paso Robles Daily
8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 10-6 X X
Tolo Cellars Paso Robles Thu-Mon 11-5
9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282 or by appt X X
Treana Winery Paso Robles Fr-Sa
1585 Live Oak Rd; 805 238-4112 10-4 X X
Turley Wine Cellars Templeton Daily
2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 9-5 X X
Twilight Cellars Paso Robles Thur-Sun
2740 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805-226-9907 11-5 X X
Venteux Vineyards Templeton Daily
1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127 10-5 X X
Veris Cellars Templeton Win 11-5
1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 Sum 11-6 X X X
Via Vega Vnyd & Winery Paso Robles Fr-Sa 11-5
2378 Adobe Rd; 805-423-2190 or By Appt X X
Victor Hugo Winery Templeton By
2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 Appt X X
Villicana Winery Paso Robles Th-Su
2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 11-5 X X
Villa Creek Cellars Paso Robles Fri-Sun 11-5
5995 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-7145 or by appt X X
Villa San Juliette San Miguel By
6385 Cross Canyon Rd; 805 550-0522 Appt X X
Vina Robles Paso Robles Sum 10-6
3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812 Win 10-5 X X
Vines on the Marycrest Paso Robles Fri-Sat 11-5
5050 Mustard Creek Rd; 805 237-0378 Sun 10-4 X X
Vista Del Rey Paso Robles Su 11-5
7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 By Appt X X
WCP Cellars Paso Robles Fri 2-6, Sat 12-6
7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 Sun 12-4 X X
Westburg Cellars Paso Robles 3rd weekend 12-4
3180 Willow Creek Rd; 805 238-9321 or by appt X X
Whalebone Vineyard Paso Robles Mon-Fri 11-5
8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 Sat-Sun 10-5:30 X X
Wild Coyote Winery Paso Robles Daily
3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 11-5 X X
WILD HORSE WINERY Templeton Daily
1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5 X X
Windward Vineyard Paso Robles Daily
1380 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565 10:30-5 X X
Zenaida Cellars Paso Robles Daily
1550 Hwy 46 West; 805-227-0382 11-5 X X X
ZinAlley Templeton Fri-Sun
3730 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0959 11-5 X X
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ALAPAY CELLARS Avila Beach Daily
415 First St; 805-595-2632 10:30-6 X X
Autry Cellars San Luis Obispo Fri-Sun
835 Capitolio Way, #3; 805-546-8669 11-6 X X
Au Bon Climat Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys
911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10 X X
Baileyana Estate San Luis Obispo Daily
5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 X X
BARNWOOD Arroyo Grande Daily
453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE 11-5 X X
BISHOPS PEAK Arroyo Grande Daily
3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10-4:30 X X
Center of Effort Wine Arroyo Grande By
2199 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805 782-9463 Appt X X
Cerro Caliente San Luis Obispo Fr-Su
831 A Via Esteban; 805-544-2842 11-5 X X
CHAMISAL VNYDS San Luis Obispo
7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463 Daily 10-5 X X
Claiborne & Churchill San Luis Obispo Daily
2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 11-5 X X
EDNAVALLEYVNYD San Luis Obispo
2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 Daily 10-5 X X
Kelsey See Canyon San Luis Obispo
1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 Daily 11-5:30 X X X
Kynsi Winery Arroyo Grande Th-Mo
2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 11-5 X X
LAETITIAVNYD Arroyo Grande Daily
453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 11-5 X X
Margerum Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys
Monterey Street Wine Co San Luis Obispo
1255 Monterey St; 805-541-1255 Tue-Wed 1:30-7, Thu-Sat 1:30-9 X 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
PER BACCO CELLARS San Luis Obispo
1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485 Daily 11-5 X X X
PhantomRivers Arroyo Grande Sun-Thu 12-5
211 E. Branch St; 805-481-WINE Fri 12-9, Sat 12-7 X X
Piedra Creek Winery San Luis Obispo By
6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 Appt X X
Pismo Beach Winery Pismo Beach Daily
271 B Five Cities; 805-773-WINE 12-5 X X X
Pithy Little Wine Co San Luis Obispo Th-Sa 12-9
1037 Chorro St; 805 546-1059 Su 12-5,Mo-We 12-6 X X
Rancho Arroyo Grande Arroyo Grande 1st Sat
591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 11-5
SALISBURYVNYDS Avila Valley Fri-Sun 11-6
6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE Mon-Thu 12-6 X X
Saucelito Canyon San Luis Obispo Daily
3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 10-5 X X
Sextant Wines/10knot Cellars SLO Mon-Fri 10-4
1653 Old Price Cnyn Rd; 866-833-WINE Sat-Sun 10-5 X X
Stephen Ross San Luis Obispo Thur-Sun
178 Suburban Rd; 805-594-1318 11-5 X X X
TALLEYVNYDS Arroyo Grande
3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Daily 10:30-4:30 X X
Tangent Vnyds San Luis Obispo
5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 Daily 10-5 X X
Taste of the Valleys San Luis Obispo Su-Th 12-9
911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Fr-Sa 12-10 X X
TOLOSAWINERY San Luis Obispo Daily
4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 11-5 X X
Wolff Vineyards San Luis Obispo Daily
6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448 11-5 X X X
WilliamJames Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys
WOODWINERY Avila Beach Open daily at 11
480 Front St; 805-595-9663 Fri till 8, Sat till 7 X X
SANTA MARI A/FOXEN CANYON
Addamo Estate Vnyds Orcutt Tue-Sat
400 E. Clark Ave; 805-937-6400 11-9 X X
ANDREW MURRAY Los Olivos Sat-Sun
5095 Zaca Station Rd; 805 686-9604 11-4 X X X
Bedford Los Alamos Daily
448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 11-5 X X
Cambria Winery Santa Maria Daily
5475 Chardonnay Lane; 805 938-7318 10-5 X X
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 X
COSTA DE ORO Santa Maria Open daily 11-6
1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 Fri till 8 X X
Cottonwood Canyon Santa Maria Thurs-Sun
3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-VINE 10-5 X X X
Curtis Winery Los Olivos Daily
5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X X
Demetria Los Olivos By
6701 Foxen Canyon R; 805 686-2345 Appt X X
Fess Parker Los Olivos Daily
FIRESTONE VNYDS Los Olivos
5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 Daily 11-5 X X X
Foxen Vineyard Santa Maria Daily
KENNETHVOLK VNYDS Santa Maria
5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 Daily 10:30-4:30 X X X
Koehler Los Olivos Daily
La Fentre Santa Maria By
2717 Aviation Way; 310-977-5615 Appt X X
Martian Ranch Los Alamos By
8900 Alisos Canyon Rd; 310-804-1292 Appt X X
McKeon-Philips Santa Maria Fri-Sun 11-6
2115 S Blosser Rd, #114; 805-928-3025 Or by appt X X
Ovene Winery Santa Maria (Tasting Room: See Solvang)
2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt X X
Presquile Wine Santa Maria By
2540 E. Clark Ave; 805 363-1966 Appt X X
Rancho Sisquoc Winery Santa Maria Mon-Thu 10-4
6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 Fri-Sun 10-5 X X
Riverbench Vineyards Santa Maria Daily
6020 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8340 10-4 X X X
SagebrushAnnies Ventucopa Sat-Sun
4211 Hwy 33; 661 766-2319 11:30-5 X X
SIERRA MADRE VINEYARD Santa Maria
2570 Prell Road; 805-922-3100 By Appt X X
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Tantara Vineyard Santa Maria By
4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051 Appt X X
Torrettis Family Santa Maria By
2108 Quail Canyon Rd; 805-714-0622 Appt X X
Tres Hermanas Winery Santa Maria Daily
Wine Country Orcutt Thu-Sat 1-8
130 N. Broadway St, Ste A; 805-688-9339 Sun 1-6 X X
Zaca Mesa Los Olivos Daily 10-4
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 Sum Fri-Sat till 5 X X
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Alexander &Wayne Los Olivos Daily
2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 11-6 X X
ALTA MARIAVINEYARDS Los Olivos Daily
2933 Grand Ave; 805-686-1144 11-5 X X
ANDREWMURRAY Los Olivos Tasting Room
2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-5 X X
Arthur Earl Los Olivos Daily
2922 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771 11-6 X X
Artiste Los Olivos Daily
2948E Grand Avenue; 805 686-2626 11-5:30 X X
Beckmen Vineyards Los Olivos Daily
2670 Ontiveros; 805-688-8664 11-5 X X
Bernat Tasted at Los Olivos Cafe
2879 Grand Ave; 805794-5217 Daily X X
Bin 2860 Los Olivos Sun-Thu 11-7
2860 Grand Ave; 805 693-8537 Fri-Sat 11-8 X X
BLAIR FOX CELLARS Los OlivosFri-Sun 12-5
2902 San Marcos Ave, B; 805 691-1678 Or By Appt X X
Brander Vineyard Los Olivos Sum 10-5
2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 Win 11-4 X X
Brophy Clark Cellars at Los Olivos Tasting Room
BYRONVNYD Los Olivos Tasting Room
2367 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805 938-7365 Daily 11-5 X X
Carhartt Vineyard Los Olivos Daily
2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 11-5 X X
CARINA CELLARS Los Olivos Daily
2900 Grand Ave, A; 805-688-2459 11-5 X X
COGHLANVNYD Los Olivos Thurs-Mon
2366 Alamo Pintado; 805-686-2395 11-5 X X
Consilience Los Olivos Daily
2923 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 11-5 X X
Coquelicot Los Olivos Daily 11-5
2884 Grand Ave; 805-688-1500 Sat 10-5 X X
Daniel Gehrs Winery Los Olivos Daily 10-6
2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 Win till 5 X X
DRAGONETTE Los Olivos Thu-Mon
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-693-0077 11-5 X X
Epiphany Cellars Los Olivos Daily
2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 11- 5:30 X X
E&T WINES Los Olivos Thur-Mon
2901C Grand Ave; 866-688-6081 11:30- 5 X X
Evans Ranch Los Olivos Daily
2901 Grand Ave; 805 688-0558 10-5 X X X
FIRESTONE VNYD Los Olivos Daily
5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X
Fontes & Phillips Los Olivos Thu-Mon 11-5
2362 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805 688-2200 or by appt. X X
Kaena Wine Los Olivos Fri-Sun 12-5
2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 107; 805 451-6037 or by appt. X X
Lane Tanner Wines at Los Olivos Tasting Room
Longoria Wines Los Olivos Daily
2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 11-4:30 X X
LOS OLIVOS Los Olivos Tasting Room
Pacific Ridge Vineyards Los Olivos Daily
2890 Grand Avenue; 805-688-1737 11-6 X X
QUP WINE at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos
2963 Grand Ave, Ste B; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5 X X
Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez By
4000 W. Oak Trail Rd; 805 688-7245 Appt X X
Saarloos & Sons Los Olivos Daily
2971 Grand Ave; 805 688-1200 11-6 X X
Scott Cellars Los Olivos Wed-Mon
2933 San Marcos Ave, #101; 805 686-5450 11-5 X X
STOLPMANVNYDS Los Olivos Daily
2434 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-688-0400
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Tensley/Lea Wines Los Olivos Fri-Sun
2900 Grand Ave, Suite B ; 805-688-6761 11-5 X X
TerceroWines Los Olivos Mon-Fri
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave, Ste 104; 805-245-9584 12-5 X X
TESSA MARIE poured at E&TWines Thur-Mon
2901C Grand Ave, Los Olivos; 866-688-6081 11:30- 5 X X
Tre Anelli Los Olivos Daily
2923 Grand Ave; 805-686-3000 11-5 X X
Verdad & Ethan at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos
2963 B Grand Ave; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5 X X
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Alma Rosa Buellton Daily
7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090 11-4:30 X X
Ampelos Cellars Lompoc Thur-Sun
312 N 9th Street, 805-736-9957 11-5 X X
AVANT Buellton Thur-Sun
35 Industrial Way; 805 686-9400 11-8 X X X
Babcock Winery Lompoc Sum 10:30-5
5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455 Win 10:30-4 X X
Brewer-Clifton Lompoc Fri-Sun
329 N. F St; 805-735-9184 11-4 X X
Casa Cassara Buellton Mon, Wed,Thu 12-6:30
291 Valley Station Dr; 805-688-8691 Fri-Sun 11-6:30 X X
Clos Pepe at Taste of Sta Rita Hills Thu-Sun
1505 E. Chestnut Ave, Lompoc; 805 735-8774 11-5 X X
Cold Heaven Cellars Buellton Fri-Mon
92 Second Street, A; 805 686-1343 12-5 X X
DAlfonso Curran Lompoc By
4457 Santa Rosa Rd, 805 739-WINE Appt X X
DVine Lompoc Tue-Thu 3-9, Fri-Sat 3-11
107 Ocean Ave; 805 735-8771 Closed Sun-Mon X X
Dierberg Estate/Star Lane Lompoc
1280 Drum Canyon Rd; 866-652-8430 Daily 11-5 X X
EVENINGLANDVNYDS Lompoc Fri-Sun
1503 Chestnut Ave; 805 736-9596 11-5 X X
FIGUEROA MTNBREWERY Lompoc Fr 4-8
45 Industrial Way; 805 694-2252 Sa 11-8, Su 12-5 or By Appt X X
Fiddlehead Cellars Lompoc Thur-Sun
1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 805 742-0204 11-4 X X
Flying Goat Cellars Lompoc Thur-Sun
1520 East Chestnut Court; 805 736-9032 11-4 X X
FOLEY ESTATES Lompoc Daily
6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222 10-5 X X
Harrison-Clarke Lompoc By
805-686-0850 Appt X X
Hitching Post Wines at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton
406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X X
Huber Cellars Lompoc Fri-Sun 11-5
4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 & By Appt X X
JALAMAWINES Lompoc Fri-Sun
308 North 9th St, C ; 805-735-8937 12-5 X X
Ken Brown Wines Buellton By
70 Industrial Way; 805-448-3791 Appt X X
Lafond Vineyard Buellton Daily
6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 10-5 X X
LAVIE VNYDS Lompoc Fri-Sun
308 North 9th Street, D ; 805 291-2111 11-5 X X
Longoria Wines Lompoc Sat & Sun
1700 Industrial Way, A; 805 759-4637 11-4 X X
LORINGWINE CO Lompoc Fri-Sun
1591 E. Chestnut Ave; 805 742-0478 12-5 X X
Melville Vineyard Lompoc Daily
5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 11-4 X X
MosbyWinery Buellton Mo-Fr 10-4
9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 Sa-Su 10-5 X X
NewVineland/Pierdrassi Lompoc Fri-Sun
1501 E Chestnut Ave; 805 736-6784 12-5 X X
Pali Wine Co. Lompoc Sat & Sun 11-4
1036 W Aviation Dr; 805 736-7200 Mon-Thu by appt X X
PALMINA Lompoc Thur-Sat 11-5
1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 Sun-Mon 11-4 X X
Point ConcepcinWines Lompoc By
1601 W. Central Ave; 805-588-1545 Appt X X
Prodigal Wines Buellton Fri-Mon
92 Second St, A; 805-688-0476 12-4 X X
SAMSARA Lompoc Fri-Sun 11-4
1500 East Chestnut Ct; 805-331-2292 & by appt X X
Sanford Winery Lompoc Sun-Thu 11-4
5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 Fri-Sat 11-5 X X
Stolpman Vineyards Lompoc Fri-Sun
5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 11-5 X X
Sweeny Canyon Buellton By
805-688-2415 Appt X X
TASTE OF STA RITA HILLS Lompoc Thu-Sun
1505 E Chestnut Ave; 805 735-8774 11-5 X X
Thorne Wines Buellton, poured at Avant Thur-Sun
35 Industrial Way; 805 686-0911 11-8 X X X
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Transcendeance Lompoc Fri-Sun
313 North F Street; 805-689-5258 11-4 X X
ZOTOVICH Lompoc Thur-Sun
1500 E Chestnut Ct, Ste D; 805 736-1600 10-5 X X
S O L V A N G
AuBonClimat at Taste of the Valleys Su-Th 12-9
1672 Mission Drive; 805 937-9801 Fr-Sa 12-10 X X
Baehner-Fournier Vineyard tasted at Wandering Dog
1539 Mission Dr, Solvang; 805-688-7118 Daily 11-7 X X
Blackjack Ranch Solvang Th-Mo
2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412 11-5 X X
Buttonwood Farm Solvang Daily
CARIVINTAS WINERY Solvang Sun-Wed 12-7
476 First St; 805 693-4331 Thu-Sat 12-10 X X
Dascomb Cellars Solvang Mon, Thu, Fri 2-7
1659 Copenhagen Dr, C; 805 691-9175 Sat-Sun 12-7 X X
Gioia - Solvang 805 689-7219 By Appt X X
Harrison Clarke Wine - Solvang By
2825 Tapadero Rd; 805 686-0850 Appt X X
LINCOURTVINEYARDS Solvang Daily
LIONS PEAKVNYDS Solvang Mon-Thu 11-7
1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 Fri-Sun 11-9 X X
Lucas & Lewellen Solvang Daily
1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 11-6 X X
Mission Meadow Solvang Mon-Thur 11-5:30
1659 Copenhagen Dr, 805 693-1344 extended hrs wknds X X
Presidio Vineyard Solvang Daily
1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 11-6 X X
Rideau Vineyard Solvang Daily
1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 10:30-5 X X
Royal Oaks Solvang Daily
1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740 10-5 X X
Rusack Vineyard Solvang Daily
1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 11-5 X X
Sevtap Winery Solvang Thurs-Mon
1576 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-9200 10-6 X X
Shoestring Winery Solvang Fr-Su
800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 10-4 X X
SORTTHIS OUT CELLARS Solvang Sun-Thu 10-7
1636 Copenhagen Dr; 805-688-1717 Fri-Sat 10-10 X X
Toccata (Mandolina) Wines Solvang Daily
1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506 11-5:30 X X
WANDERINGDOGWINE BAR Solvang
1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 Daily 11-8ish X X
WilliamJames at Taste of the Valleys Su-Th 12-9
1672 Mission Drive; 805 688-7111 Fr-Sa 12-10 X X
S A N T A Y N E Z
Bridlewood Estate Santa Ynez Daily
3555 Roblar Ave; 805-688-9000 10-5 X X X
Central California Wines Santa Ynez Wed-Sun 12-5
3553 Sagunto St, Ste A; 805 705-3982 Fri-Sat 12-6 X X
Gainey Vineyard Santa Ynez Daily
3950 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0558 10-5 X X X
Happy Canyon Vnyds Santa Ynez By
805-686-0850 Appt X X
Harrison Clarke Santa Ynez By
805-892-9711 Appt X X
Imagine Wine Santa Ynez Daily
3563 Numancia #103; 805-688-1769 11-5 X X
Kalyra Winery Santa Ynez Mo-Fr 11-5
343 North Refugio Rd; 805-693-8864 Sa-Su 10-5 X X
Refugio Ranch Santa Ynez By
3790 Via Rancheros; 805-686-0840 Appt X X
Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez By
4000 W. Oak Trail Rd; 805 688-7245 Appt X X
Roblar Winery Santa Ynez Sat-Sun 11-5
3010 Roblar Ave; 805-686-2603 Mon-Fri 11-4 X X
Sunstone Santa Ynez Daily
125 Refugio Rd; 800-313-9463 10-4 X X
Vogelzang Vineyard Happy Canyon By
805 568-0900 Appt X X
S A N T A B A R B A R A
Au Bon Climat Santa Barbara Daily
813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 Noon-6 X X
Carr Vineyards Santa Barbara Daily 11-6
414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985 Thu-Sat 11-8 X X
CONWAY FAMILY at Deep Sea Daily 11-7
217 G Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara; 805 618-1185 X X
CORKS N CROWNS Santa Barbara Daily
32 Anacapa St; 805-845-8600 11-6 X X
Cottonwood Canyon Santa Barbara Thu-Sun
224 Anacapa St, Ste 1A; 805 963-1221 10:30-6 X X
DEEP SEATASTINGRM Santa Barbara Daily
217 G Stearns Wharf; 805 618-1185 11-7 X X
Giessinger Santa Barbara Mo-Th 12-7
212 State St; 805-568-0820 Fr 12-7:30 Sa-Sun 11-8 X X
Jaffurs Wine Cellars Santa Barbara Win Fri-Mon 11-5
819 East Montectio St; 805-962-7003 Sum Daily 11-5 X X
Kalyra by the Sea Santa Barbara Mo-Th 12-7
212 State St; 805-695-8606 Fr-Su 12-8 X X
KuninWines Santa Barbara Daily
28 Anacapa St, Suite A; 805 963-9633 11-6 X X
Margerum Santa Barbara Daily
813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 Noon-6 X X
Municipal WineCo Santa Barbara Daily
28 Anacapa Street; 805 931-6864 11-6 X X
Oreana Winery Santa Barbara
205 Anacapa St; 805-962-5857 Daily 11-5 X X
SantaBarbaraWinery Santa Barbara Daily
202 Anacapa St; 805-963-3633 10 - 5 X X
Sanguis Wines Santa Barbara Fri-Mon
8 Ashley Ave; 805 845-0920 By Appt X X
Silver Wines Santa Barbara By
724 Reddick St; 805-963-3052 Appt X X
Summerland Summerland Daily
2330 Lillie Ave; 805-565-WINE 11-7 X X
Whitcraft Winery Santa Barbara Fri-Sun 12-4
36AS. Calle Cesar Chavez; 805-730-1680 Mon-Thu By Appt X X
V E N T U R A C O U N T Y
BellaVictorianVineyard Camarillo We-Th 11:30-7
2135 E. Ventura Blvd; 805-383-8800 Fr-Sat11:30-8, Su11:30-4 X X
CamarilloCustomCrush Camarillo Sat-Sun
300 S. Lewis Rd, Ste C; 805-484-0597 11-5 X X
Cantara Cellars Camarillo Wed-Sun
126 N. Wood Rd, Ste 104; 805-484-9600 11-5 X X
Casa Barranca Ojai Wed, Thu, Sun 12-6
208 E. Ojai Ave; 805-640-1255 Fri, Sat 12-8 X X
Giessinger Winery Fillmore Mon-Thur 11-5
365 Santa Clara St; 805-524-5000 Fri-Sun 11-6:30 X X
HerzogWineCellars Oxnard Sun-Thu 10:30-9
3201 Camino Del Sol; 805-938-1560 Fri 10:30-5 X X
MagnavinoCellars Downtown Oxnard Sat-Sun
961 N. Rice Ave; 805 938-2500 11-6 X X
Ojai BeverageCo. &TastingRm Ojai Daily
655 E. Ojai Ave; 805 646-1700 10-9 X X
Old Creek Ranch Winery Ojai Valley Daily
10024 Old Creek Rd; 805-649-4132 11-5 X X
RanchoVentavoCellars Oxnard Fri-Sun 11-6
741 South A Street, 805 483-8084 And By Appt X X
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