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YOUR GUIDE TO CENTRAL COAST WINE TASTING & EVENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS | WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTH
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WINE REGIONS
4 | CENTRAL COAST MAP 24 | PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP Pleasant valley Wineries: 19 West side Wineries: venteux vineyards, 26 Downtown Paso Robles Wineries, 24 21 | SAN LUIS OBISPO MAP Avila Beach Wineries, 27 28 | NORTHERN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY MAP lompoc Wineries: Palmina, 29 santa maria: The original Roadhouse Grill, 30-31 los olivos Wineries: 32-34 stolpman vineyards, 32-33 Cimarone estate Wines, 34 santa Barbara Wineries: Conway Family Deep sea Tasting Room, 35 solvang Wineries: 36-37 Carivints Winery, 36
FEATURES
10 | PREFERRED TASTING ROOM: LAETITIA VINEYARDS 12 | ON THE COVER: ALTA MARIA VINEYARDS Using old World sensibilities with New World stylistic Freedom 14 | WILD HORSE WINERY & VINEYARDS A sure Bet 16 | COSTA DE ORO WINERY Now offering refillable growlers 18 | EOS ESTATE WINERY Bold reds, complex whites and luscious dessert wines 19 | SAN LUIS OBISPO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 20 | TOLOSA The Best of edna valley 22 | 22ND ANNUAL ZAP FESTIVAL, JAN. 31-FEB. 2 Four extraordinary events, one Classic varietal 30 | THE ORIGINAL ROADHOUSE GRILL 37 | SANTA YNEZ VALLEY WINTER PASS
REGULARS
8 | WINEOLOGY by len Napolitano What is a wine appellation? 15 | WINE COUNTRY DINING mamas meatball 38 | CALENDAR OF EVENTS san luis obispo County, 38 santa Barbara County, 41 ventura County, 42 43 | WINERY LISTINGS Paso Robles, 43 san luis obispo, 45 santa maria/Foxen Canyon, 45 los olivos, 46 lompoc/Buellton, 46 solvang, 47 santa Ynez, 47 santa Barbara, 47 ventura County, 47 47 | WINE COUNTRY DEALS & DISCOUNTS
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iNTelliGeNCe FoR The WiNe CoNsUmeR by Len Napolitano
What is a wine appellation?

An appellation is a defined geographic wine-growing region that is officially recognized for its unique climate, soil, elevation and other physical features that together have a unique impact on its wines. An appellation's boundaries may cross county and state borders because it is nature that creates its geographic limits, not the government. However, the US Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) does get involved in making these appellations official and legal designations, which can be helpful information to wine consumers when reading a wine label. A TTB-approved region is known as an American Viticultural Area (AVA). As of January 2013, there are a total of 202 AVAs designated throughout the US. The oldest AVA in California is Napa Valley. The newest AVA in the US is called Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley in Washington State. AVAs also can be sub-divided into smaller areas that are also known for their own unique soil and climate conditions. Taking Napa Valley as an example, there are currently 16 AVAs within the Napa Valley AVA, with names like Stags Leap District, Carneros and its newest AVA, Calistoga. The TTB specifies that at least 85% of a wines grapes must be grown in the AVA specified on the label. In California, when no single AVA is the origin of 85% the grapes of a given wine, the label may indicate a larger AVA that encompasses all the various sources, if possible. Otherwise, it can indicate California as the source of the grapes. In a case such as this, the producer may identify on the rear label the different origins of the grapes that make up that wine. As wine consumers experience the wines of different AVAs, reading the AVA designation on a wine label is almost like a having virtual taste of whats inside. Because winemakers and wine enthusiasts know that unique soils and climate conditions produce unique wines, an AVA designation indicates a certain consistency of style that these geographic features have produced in wine over a long period of time. In addition, as AVAs are sub-divided into even smaller defined areas, it follows that the wine style gets even more specific, although a wine from a small AVA is not a guarantee that it will be of superior quality to a broader AVA.
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PREFERRED TASTING ROOM
LAETITIA VINEYARD & WINERY

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LA TITI LA E TI TI A LAETITIA AE
VINEYARD & WINERY
open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. located directly off highway 101 453 laetitia vineyard Dr. in Arroyo Grande 1-888-809-viNe | www.laetitiawine.com
Laetitia, originally formed in 1982 as a Champagne house, has undergone lots of changes in the last 30 years but the wines have stayed the course, even improving. These days Laetitia offers two distinct labels: NADIA (a wide range of both Bordeaux and Rhne varieties), and the Laetitia label which focuses on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wines. In fact, with its three tiers: estate, reserve and single vineyard, Laetitia holds the largest privately owned Pinot Noir plantings in California. Just six miles south of Pismo Beach, right off Highway 101, a visit to the tasting room allows a complimentary tasting menu or a $10 reserve tasting which includes a broader range of their sparkling wines, grapes like Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc that have been grown here since 1982. Bottle prices range from $16 to $60 with the majority in the $25 range. Their two tasting bars allow for a relaxed environment with views to the vineyards and plenty of gift items for sale. Some people come here to play the bocce ball courts, and some simply picnic at one of Laetitias many vineyard tables. But wineries these days are about experiences as much as the wine. Therefore, Laetitia offers live music every Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. But in addition to entertainment there is education. On January 18th from 5 to 7 p.m. it will be Meet the Winemaker as Eric Hickey answers questions, does a tasting and gives you the chance to understand what a winemaker actually does. As head winemaker since 2002 Erics wines exemplify his love of and respect for the land. The wines are very well balanced so they age well, he says. I also work hard at making them consistent year to year. January 23rd from, 6:30 to 8 p.m. will be a special Food and Wine Pairing featuring Laetitia Brut de Blancs. On February 7th from 6 to 8 p.m., there will be a Chocolate and Wine Pairing just in time for Valentines Day, and you can never go wrong with wine and chocolate. Coming up February 23rd there will be a vineyard pruning seminar with vineyard manager, Lino Bozzano, helping you to understand the complexities of managing a vineyard. And, in March, Laetitia will be pouring at the highly anticipated and world-class World of Pinot Noir Main Event in Pismo Beach. So theres plenty to do for fun and to further your understanding of wine. So stop in, taste some wine, sip a sparkler, play bocce ball, bring a picnic, and stroll through the demonstration vineyards and expand your knowledge of viticulture.
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ON THE COVER
ALTA MARIA VINEYARDS

Using Old World Sensibilities with New World Stylistic Freedom
The oldest profession in California is not what you think: its most probably cattle ranching. And the partners of Alta Maria Vineyards, Paul Wilkins and James Ontiveros, have a long history in the ranches and farmlands of this part of California. The Ontiveros family first came into California in 1781 with the Rivera expedition. Although their original land grants were in Southern California, they drove thousands of heads of cattle into the Santa Maria Valley, finally settling there on the Rancho Tepusquet Land Grant of 1837. Today, much of the duos grapes come from that very same land. As a couple of kids in college, both studying crop and fruit science at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, they bonded over an unlikely interest in wine. Pauls family background in farming and James history of cattle ranching put them firmly in position to build on their knowledge of the land and growing things on the land, to arrive at a new calling: wine production. For both men, wine grew into obsession and obsession became career: James as a viticulturist and Paul as a winemaker. Working hard and making sacrifices was not new to either, and they both became veterans in their fields, even at a young age. Finally they moved away,
open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 2933 Grand Avenue, suite A, los olivos (805) 686-1144 | www.altamaria.com
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lost touch, and many years passed. But the land in the Santa Maria Valley had a pull on the two men; the sense of heritage and nostalgia drew them back together. As the two friends reconnected on a vineyard on a hill in that valley, they decided to make the wine that was waiting for them all along: Alta Maria Vineyards. The artwork for Alta Maria Vineyards features hand-hewn iron nails used by homesteaders in Santa Maria before the Industrial Revolution introduced mass-produced, machine-cut nails. Despite its lowly function, each nail is unique from the next according to the conditions in which it was made and the expertise of the craftsman. This craftsmanship is what Paul and James strive for in all their wines. In addition to the Alta Maria wines, the pair also makes Autonom wine, focusing on Rhone varietals and Native9, which is purely Pinot
Noir. The wines are made in small lots with a nod to both Old World sensibilities and New World stylistic freedom. With vine-growing and farming in their blood, Alta Maria wines reflect the pairs shared affinity for all things homespun and honest and the authenticity of the Santa Maria Valley and a gratitude to the generations of California farmers and ranchers before us, farming the very same land 150 years ago. All Alta Maria wines can be tasted at their tasting room located on Grand Avenue in Los Olivos. Though Paul and James have been making and distributing wine for years, they didnt open a tasting room until late 2011, with some fresh offerings on the current tasting list. Its open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at 2933 Grand Avenue, Suite A, Los Olivos. For more information call (805) 686-1144 or go to www.altamaria.com.
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2008 Wild Horse Cheval Sauvage is a Pinot Noir at its best. Full bodied and lush, this wine has the richness of cherry and cedar.
In 1983, Wild Horse Winery hit the trail running with its first 125 cases of Pinot Noir and 450 cases of Cabernet Sauvignon. Since then it continues to Win, Place and Show with its extraordinary wines. Sourcing fruit from more then 40 different vineyards, all from within the Central Coast area, allows for great experimentation and has also kept Wild Horse in the running with all of their wines, especially their Pinot Noir. Sitting on a river mesa, above the Salinas River where herds of wild mustangs once ran the hills, the area is known for its low vigor soils, proven ground water table with proximity to Estero Bay and its rural atmosphere. Wild Horse Winery & Vineyards choose this area with these attributes in mind as well as for its central location to the vineyards both north and south of it. While working closely with their growers, Wild Horse has been able to resurrect many of the heirloom varieties (Malvasia Bianca, Verdelho and Blaufrankisch) that were once very popular in California but took a back seat as the industry grew up in the Central Valley. The blending of those unique grapes is paramount to the creation of some of the wild, Wild Horse experimental wines. Clay Brock, General Manager and Director of Winemaking, grew up in the Napa wine industry and joined Wild Horse in 2007. Chrissy Wittmann, Head Winemaker with a degree in Biology and a Masters in Agriculture, joined Wild Horse in 1985. Both work to create atypical wines in the Paso Robles region such as the Blaufrankisch, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Malvasia Bianca, Verdelho. The classic varietal wines in the Wild Horse collection include: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Viognier, but it is their limited quantity wines (the Negrette, Malvasia Blanca and their Blaufrankisch) which you can find in their tasting room, that you will want to sample and buy. If you find one you love, you better buy it now because it will be gone in a few months! Wild Horse offers four top collections: Central Coast comprised of five wines: vintage Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Viognier. Unbridled which is a line of small-lot production wines and features three different Pinot Noirs, Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Malbec. Their Bien Nacido Vineyards Chardonnay, Cheval Sauvage, their highly limited production of Pinot Noir and considered their Crown Jewel and their Winery Exclusive assortment of wines, which include their one of a kind heirloom wines.
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2010 Wild Horse Unbridled Pinot Noir Santa Barbara Lush and velvety, this upscale wine is beautifully layered with fruit and earth.
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2010 Wild Horse Unbridled Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyards Apples and cinnamon. Well balanced and elegant.
WILD HORSE WINERY & VINEYARDS open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day. 1437 Wild horse Winery Court, Templeton CA 93465 The beautiful grounds are available for picnics. (805) 788-6310 | www.wildhorsewinery.com
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Mamas Meatball
One pretty reliable way to find out just how good the food at a local restaurant is, is to ask somebody in the restaurant business. Ask a bartender, a waiter, anyone in fact, what they think of Mamas meatballs in San Luis Obispo and their lips begin to quiver, their eyes roll towards the heavens, they sigh; that is how good Mamas Meatball is. Set in a small courtyard off of one of the towns main streets, in a place called the Old Creamery, Mamas Meatball is actually divided in two. On the right is the take-out where people line up to get their orders of meatballs and more. To the left, fronted by a hugetrunked tree and a water fountain, is the intimate restaurant with its mural of the Mediterranean across the back. Meatballs aside, the restaurant, under owner and chef Nicola Allegretta, offers a wide range of authentic Italian dishes, many of them now available in smaller sizes as well, a bow to the economy and his customers wishes. Among them are half a dozen soups, a long list of salads (including grilled salmon and a refreshing pear and gorgonzola), some wonderful antipasto choices, both hot and cold paninis (including, of course, one made with meatballs), more pasta dishes than there is space here to share (though the Ravioli di Pollo all Vodka homemade ravioli filled with chicken and served in a vodka sauce cannot go unmentioned). There is also a heady selection of meat and fish dishes as well as any number of traditional and specialty pizzas (now available in two sizes) and some far too-tempting desserts. Mamas Meatball currently has two locations. The original is in the Old Creamery plaza at 570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, (805) 544-0861. Mamas Meatball is also available for your convenience in the south county at 325 Pier Avenue by the entrance of the Pismo Beach Dunes, (805) 4732383. Hours of operation are Tuesday to Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 10 p.m., closed on Mondays. You can order online at www.mamasmeatball.com. And, dont forget they deliver! They also have very popular catering services, which work with groups (including weddings) of every type and size. Call for details.
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MAMA'S MEATBALL
Fine italian Restaurant and Catering mama's meatball has specialized in creating seasonal menus by using only the finest and freshest ingredients. 570 Higuera St. Suite 130-135 www.mamasmeatball.com 805-544-0861
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COSTA DE ORO WINERY

BY JAime leWis
Refillable growlers available in two blends, red or white
Thursday, saturday-monday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday Wine Downs with live music till 8 p.m. 1331 s. Nicholson Avenue, santa maria, CA (805) 922-1468 | www.costadeorowinery.com
If youve ever been fortunate enough to visit the Costa de Oro Winery tasting room in Santa Maria, you can understand why it was recently named the best tasting room in Northern Santa Barbara County by readers of the Santa Maria Sun. With comfortable seating, a boutique of gifts and winerelated items and an ambience that welcomes visitors to uncork a bottle and stay a while, this cozy tasting room is the perfect complement to a host of award-winning wines that rival the best in Santa Barbara County. The Burk and Espinola families are an integral part of Santa Maria farming history and chose to found Costa de Oros tasting room on the site of their familys time-honored farm stand at the intersection of Stowell Road and Highway 101. Since its first vintage in 1994, Costa de Oro (which means gold coast in Spanish) has produced some of the most elegant Pinot Noir and juiciest Chardonnay in the Santa Maria Valley but the brands reputation certainly travels farther than just the Central Coast. In fact, two of the Burks wines have been selected as private labels for worldclass establishments: Pinot Noir for the James Beard Award-winner Roy Yamaguchis Roys Restaurants, and Chardonnay for the Cond Naste Top 100 Hotel, Halekulani Resort on Waikiki Beach, Oahu. Fortunately, those intent on tasting these spectacular wines need not travel so far. While the Costa de Oro tasting room is conveniently located just off the freeway, the Burk familys estate property, the Gold Coast Vineyard, is located on scenic Foxen Canyon Road, just a few miles east. Recognized for its Pinot Noir fruit, whose wines have the fragrance and fine texture reminiscent of a fine Burgundy, the Gold Coast Vineyard serves as the primary source for Costa de Oro wines, with support from a selective mix of other venerated Santa Barbara County vineyards. The focus at Costa de Oro is definitely Burgundy varietals, particularly cool-climate Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir. Burk estimates that Pinot Noir makes up roughly 60 percent of Costa de Oros production, with Chardonnay constituting 25-30 percent, and the remainder going to a handful of other varietal wines and blends. Noting how, in European countries, winemakers habitually fill and refill wine jugs for customers, Costa de Oro recently inaugurated a growler program. Each growler jug holds one liter of either a white blend (Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio) or red blend (Tempranillo, Petite Sirah, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon) dispensed on tap in the tasting room. The price for either blend is $20 when first purchased, with each refill costing just $15, including a clean growler. The program is perfect for those who love to entertain company with quality wine at an affordable price. Wine isnt the Burks only passion. In fact, when they inaugurated the winery almost 20 years ago, their goal was to incorporate as much of their other passion music as they possibly could into the local wine culture. Both Gary and Teresa are terrific musicians, on guitar and vocals, respectively, and find much of their joy in inviting musician friends to perform at Costa de Oros popular Friday Night Wine Down events. These relaxed, unpretentious evenings take place every Friday year-round from 5 to 8 p.m. Experiencing this combination of fine music, fine wines by the glass on tap and a delectable selection of cheeses, tapenades, crackers and salami, is one of the highlights of visiting the Santa Maria Valley.
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Quality Craft Beers from Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.

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

In case youre a little rusty on your mythology, heres a quick refresher. Eos was the Greek goddess of dawn. Each morning she opened the gates of heaven allowing the sun to rise. Fiercely passionate, she was cursed by Aphrodite for having an affair with Ares. Her punishment was an insatiable appetite for young men. The folks at Eos the winery like to say they are just as passionate as their namesake, but their insatiable appetite is focused toward the production of great wines. Since launching in the mid-1980s, Eos has been one of the most popular wineries in the Central Coast region. Its sterling reputation has been built around bold reds, complex whites and luscious dessert wines sourced from Californias finest coastal AVAs with special emphasis on its home region of Paso Robles. Since its purchase in 2010 by Bill Foley, Eos has undergone a number of changes to improve wine quality, upgrade brand image and enhance visitor experience. Recent and future bottlings feature a new label design that captures the essence of region and the authenticity of the wines. In 2013 the wine club will be upgraded to provide more options and access to wines that arent available elsewhere. Some of the exclusive, limited-production wines that will be available to members include proprietary and single-vineyard bottlings of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Chardonnay. The tasting room, located at the corner of Airport Road and Highway 46 East, is one of the most enjoyable stops for wine lovers in the Paso Robles region. Laid back and casual, it is the perfect place to sample new releases and library selections with friends and family. The winery offers two indoor spaces, a vineyard lawn and a covered pole barn for weddings, meetings and other private events. Eos on-site chef, Dustin DesJardins of DCSCatering, can conjure up the perfect fare to enhance any celebration or other special occasion. For the weekend visitor, there is a lunch menu that features Bruschetta, Veggie Orecchiette and Pouched Apple Salad with Pear Vinaigrette. These specialties can be enjoyed at the bar or out on the veranda while gazing at the rolling Paso Robles hillside.
2300 Airport Road, Paso Robles (805) 591-8050 | www.eosvintage.com eos estate Winery is a proud member of The Wineries of highway 46 east, a coalition of wineries and hospitality partners along the eastern Paso Robles corridor.
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San Luis Obispo International Film Festival Highlights

Special Venues, Wine Events, Surf Nite and More Planned for Unique California-Flavored Festival
After receiving international media attention for last years unprecedented Citizen Kane screening, the 19th annual San Luis Obispo International Film Festival returns March 6-10 with another unforgettable festival lineup. Highlights, detailed below, include historic venues such as Hearst Castle and unique, regionally-flavored events like wine tasting pre-screening parties and surf-themed film celebrations that underscore the destinations wine country and beach attractions. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 Opening Night Premiere: Food and wine reception and Central Coast feature-length premiere with director, producers and cast in attendance THURSDAY, MARCH 7 Hearst Castle Vip Event: Plans are being formulated for another event at this internationally renowned monument Bike Movie Night: Screening of a popular bicycle-themed film with associated lead actor in attendance Hollywood & Vines Sing-Along: Wine and cheese reception and sing-along screening of a classic musical film FRIDAY, MARCH 8 Surf Nite In Slo: Surf documentary screening with special guest surfers and filmmakers followed by meet-and-greet and after-party SATURDAY, MARCH 9 Independent Film And King Vidor Awards Night: Awards presented to standout filmmakers; 2013 King Vidor Award presented to film industry personality; after-party at a local venue Filmmakers Of Tomorrow Showcase: Young filmmakers from around the world compete for cash prizes Movie-In-A-Day Marathon: Amateur filmmakers create a short film in seven hours for a chance to win cash prizes SUNDAY, MARCH 10 Central Coast Filmmaker Showcase: Central Coast Filmmaker screenings followed by awards presentation during Closing Night party MARCH 7-10 Screening more than 100 films over a span of five days and at a variety of historic venues such as Hearst Castle, the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival is a premier California celebration of cinematic culture. Each year, it introduces audiences to a one-of-akind lineup of cutting-edge documentaries, independent short and full-length films, and tried-and-true classics, while recognizing Hollywood celebrities, new filmmakers and behind-the-scenes heroes through intimate Q&A sessions, seminars and awards ceremonies. To learn more about the film festival, visit slofilmfest.org.
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Edna Valley, bounded by the Santa Lucia Mountains on the east and west, has one of the longest growing seasons in all of California. The Spanish Missionaries planted the original grapes in the early 19th century and today the Edna Valley is known for its Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah. Tolosas vineyards are located here. Established in 1998 with 750+ acres, Tolosa only use 10% of their estate vineyards for the Tolosa brand, giving their winemaker the choice of selecting the best quality, and selling the other 90%. Tolosa is one of the greenest of the sustainably farmed vineyards and is a solar-powered facility. Known for their Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Syrah, Ros of Syrah, and Merlot, all can be sampled in their tasting room and patio. The Tolosa tasting room is not your traditional tasting room. The grand looking entrance brings you into a hip and classy tasting area, with its glass bar and stainless steel ceilings. The distinctive lighting and unique cork floor add to the modern ambiance of this beautifully designed building. Along with tasting their great wines you will be privy to an educational wine tasting experience as well. Tolosa is a custom grape crushing facility and hopes that its patrons will take advantage of the self-guided tours of
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the winery and learn about the winemaking process. The patio is accessible, with tables, heaters and lawn, all of which overlook the crush pad, receiving area and vineyards. While there, you might want to sample these two wines: 2011 No Oak Chardonnay. A dry Chardonnay that is clean and pure with flavors of citrus and pear and the 2010 1772 Pinot Noir. This is a Pinot Noir that shows all the fruit purity and acidity of Edna Valley wines, exhibiting intense raspberry, cherry and oak layers. Tolosa bottles range from $21-$52 per bottle. The tasting room offers several tasting menus along with weekly Artisanal Wine and Cheese,
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Zinfandel Advocates & Producers presents the 22nd Annual Zinfandel Festival in San Francisco January 31 through February 2, 2013. The ZAP Festival is one of the wonders of the wine world, explains Bob Biale, President, Zinfandel Advocates & Producers. The Festival offers an appreciation of Zinfandel from every angle you can imagine, from the academic to the light-hearted, he adds. More than 200 Zinfandel wineries poured their wines at the 2012 Festival. Watch Zinfandel.org for updates on all the activities! learn their techniques, she adds. Want to make Muleheart Farm Pork Chili (from Central Market) or Braised Pork Belly Bahn Mi Sandwich (from the Ledson Hotel)? These are some of the recipes being presented at Epicuria which will be appearing on the ZAP website, www.zinfandel.org. Want to experiment with desserts and Zinfandel? Several of the wineryrestaurant teams had that idea Barefoot Cellars with Sonoma Cake Creations, Dogwood Cellars with Sift Cupcake, Frank Family Vineyards with Chef Tyler Stone (Frank Family Molecular Wine Ice Cream Dessert), Grgich Hills Estate with 3D Candies (Raspberry Hazelnut Caramel and Lavender Black Cherry Vanilla Caramel) and Scott Harvey Wines with Healdsburg Toffee (assorted candies). Zinfandel Winemakers Dinner, Friday, February 1, 5 to 10 p.m. at The Fairmont Hotel A glamorous evening where a walkaround tasting precedes a live auction and sumptuous dinner all benefiting the Heritage Vineyard Projects. Non-member tickets are $250 (which includes one annual ZAP membership). More details at www.zinfandel.org Grand Tasting, February 2 from 2 to 5 p.m. at The Concourse The worlds largest single-varietal tasting, a chance to taste more than 200 different Zinfandels. Participating wineries are listed online at www.zinfandel.org. Non-member tickets are $65. Tickets for all events are on sale online at zinfandel.org. This will be the second year for ZAP to base Epicuria and The Grand Tasting at The Concourse. The Concourse is a terrific venue for us, located in the heart of SoMa and downtown San Francisco, with easy access to public transportation and a comfortable and elegant venue for our events, explains Rebecca Robinson, Executive Director, ZAP .
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Epicuria, Thursday, January 31, 6 to 9 p.m., at The Concourse (635 8th Street at Brannan, San Francisco, 94103-4901) A culinary adventure where 50 top Zinfandel wines and wineries collaborate with 50 chefs. Non-member tickets are $95. Flights, Friday, February 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Fairmont Hotel (950 Mason, San Francisco, 94108) A seated seminar-style tasting will further a detailed understanding of the uniqueness of Zinfandel. Non-member tickets are $75. Its an amazing gourmet adventure, exploring the versatile flavors of Zinfandel, explains Rebecca Robinson, Executive Director, Zinfandel Advocates & Producers You will have the opportunity to sample sophisticated and whimsical culinary creations from master chefs, perfectly paired with 50 top Zinfandel wines and you can savor tantalizing delicacies from the ZinKitchen celebrity chefs while you
ZINFANDEL ADVOCATES & PRODUCERS

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Zinfandel Advocates & Producers welcomes Advocate members as well as wineries. ZAP members have unique opportunities to explore Zinfandel, meet other Zinfandel enthusiasts and discover new wineries. An annual membership is $44 (for two people) and includes numerous special and behind-the-scenes events and resources. Members have early entrance to the Grand Zinfandel Tasting at ZAPs Zinfandel Festival, plus winemaker workshops, as well as ticket savings for the Festival and other events, including cruises, invitations with special pricing to wine events, a seasonal eNewsletter with news articles, member stories, recipes, discounts and special offers at selected wineries and more.
history; plantings of Zinfandel in California represent some of the oldest vineyard plantings in the world adding further to Zinfandels critically important role in the world of fine wine. While the Zinfandel grape originated in Europe, the Zinfandel name is truly American the earliest documented use of the name was when a Boston nursery owner advertised Zinfandel for sale in 1832. Zinfandel was introduced to California during the Gold Rush at some point between 1852 and 1857 and became widely planted because it thrived so well in the states climate and soil. Today, Zinfandel is the third leading wine grape variety in California, with nearly 50,000 acres planted.
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Venteux Vineyards
by Brette Ann Womack
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 2000, 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 the top scoring wines today. RED SOLES WINERY Winemaker and co-owner, Scott Stelzle, focuses on letting the unique 3230 oakdale Road, Paso Robles open Daily 11-5 805-226-9898 microclimate of the Templeton Gap shine through in the wines. Using The unique growing region known as the Templeton Gap allows the native yeast and keeping varietal wines 100% pure, guests are able to ocean to temper the areas warm days with cool, breezy nights. These truly taste the expression of Westside fruit, including Syrah, Grenache, (108 miles)/ To Monterey conditions, paired with limestone soils, create the perfect terroir for Mourvedre and more. Additionally, Venteux offers original San Jose (150 miles)/ blends growing high quality wine. We are family owned and operated, 101 San Francisco (195 miles) specializing in hand-crafted, very limited production wines, made Ranchita Canyon which are in complete balance and show much complexity. PMS, a Locatelli grapes grown on our own vineyards. from blend of Petite Syrah, Mourvedre and Syrah is a lovely example of a Villa San Juliette Pretty Smith bold and delicious red wine from the Westside of Paso Robles. TACKITTVENTEUX VINEYARDS FAMILY Also on the Venteux property, stands a luxury bed-and-breakfast 1795 las Tablas, Templeton San Miguel SILVER HORSE Tassajara open Daily 10-5 and by appointment inn. Artfully decorated by owner, Bobbi Stelzle, the bed-and-breakDomaine Degher Graveyard J&J Cellars 805-369-0127 www.venteuxvineyards.com fast inn offers an authentic stay in wine country. Guests are encour- RN Estate Vineyards From soil to bottle, our hands-on approach allows us to uphold the Vista RiverStar aged to meander in the vineyards and come back for a wine and del Rey highest level of care in all aspects of the winemaking process. Our Cinquain Rabbit cheese reception in the evenings. Four Sisters extremely small productions of Rhne wines showcase a style of balance, Caparone Ridge Ranch San Marcos elegance, and finesse. Picnic onBon Niche of the farmhouse and taste our the porch Venteux Vineyards is a charming place to visit during a Westside of Creek
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Palmina is all about a philosophy that brings people back to the table to sustain themselves with good wine and food, conversation and a small respite from the hustle and bustle of todays world. Palminas part in this philosophy is to craft wines that are a key part of that equation; to provide wines that can be enjoyed everyday and that complement and enhance a wide range of food styles. Owner/winemaker Steve Clifton lives by this philosophy in his effort to vinify the wines of Palmina. We produce solely Italian varietals from Santa Barbara County, California. We found that the climate and soil types in our own Santa Barbara County are similar to those in our adopted Northern Italy. Another parallel is that Santa Barbara County features a unique transverse mountain range, running from east to west that funnels oceanic influence into the valleys. The Alaskan current runs along the Pacific coastline until Point Concepcion where it juts in and pushes the cold air into the valley. Morning maritime fog rolls in slowly and finally meets the warm desert air flowing from the east and the Los Padres National Forest. These unique areas of microclimates Piemonte, Friuli and Santa Barbara County feature cold air pushing warm air to create growing conditions that provide enough sunlight to help fully develop fruit flavors, and cool night temperatures that maintain the grapes natural acidity levels, and which allow Steve to create food wines with a balance of fruit, tannin and acid. Visit the tasting room in the renowned Lompoc Wine Ghetto, where you can experience Palmina wines for yourself featuring the world-class Nebbiolo, grown at unique microclimates located around Santa Barbara County. Palminas tasting room is at 1520 E. Chestnut Court, Lompoc and is open Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday and Monday. For more information, call (805) 735-2030 or go to www.palminawines.com.
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ARCADIAN 1515 east Chestnut Ave, suite B, lompoc | open daily 11am-5pm 805-737-3900, www.arcadianwinery.com Inspired by the great traditions of Burgundian winemaking, Joseph Davis has been making Arcadian Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah in California's Central Coast region since 1996. Using French artisan methods and hands-on vineyard management, Joe's Arcadian label consistently receives high marks from the world's most respected wine writers. JALAMA WINES 308 North 9th st, 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.
LORING WINE COMPANY TASTING ROOM 1591 e. Chestnut Avenue, lompoc 805-742-0478, www.loringWineCompany.com open Friday through sunday 11am-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 To Hwy. 101 To Santa Maria, 154 Santa Maria (32 miles) 805-735-2030, www.palminawines.com Paso Robles Paso Robles (88 miles) Palmina is a Californian celebration of the rich, wonderful lifestyle and 101 attitude toward food, wine, friends and family that exists in Italy. STOLPMAN VINEYARDS 1700 industrial Way, ste B; Fri 1-5pm, sat-sun 11am-5pm 805-736-5000, www.stolpmanvineyards.com Try a splash of estate grown Syrah, Sangiovese and Roussanne amidst the controlled chaos of sorting, punch-downs, pressing & racking to truly experience the excitement of winemaking... Library tastings are offered in the new Barrel Room on select Sundays, by appointment.
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JANUARY 2013
The Original Roadhouse Grill

BY CARolYN TURNeR
When you walk into the Original Roadhouse Grill, youll immediately feel comfortable and at home, even if your household does not boast a mouth-watering grill menu, full-service saloon, satellite horse racing and lets you throw your empty peanut shells on the ground. The Original Roadhouse Grill in Santa Maria opened in May 2000, as part of an American Family Steakhouse concept developed by Los Angeles-based brothers and restaurant entrepreneurs, Larry and Ralph Cimmarusti. To date there are eleven Roadhouse Grills throughout California and Oregon, that boast a casual, fun, familyfriendly atmosphere and hearty meals. The Original Roadhouse Grill prides itself on an extensive menu that features favorites such as slow-roasted Bourbon tri-tip, fall-offthe-bone baby back ribs and hand-cut steaks from high-quality USDA beef from Washington State. All steaks are grilled over mesquite wood and generously seasoned with a special blend of spices. All of our steaks are freshly hand-cut daily in-house to ensure the highest quality, said Vice President of Operations, Linda Bryant. We also grind all our own burgers from our steak trim, so theyre actual steak burgers. There are also several steak alternatives including (but not limited to), Whiskey River Salmon, BBQ chicken, turkey and veggie burgers, and an entire menu section dedicated to Bison steaks, ribs, meatloaf and burgers. While you wait for your entres, all guests are served freshly baked yeast rolls with homemade honey butter. The Original Roadhouse Grill offers a range of choices for diners of all ages and appetites, with a section of the menu called a little less dinner for smaller portioned meals under $11.99, over 20 menu items under $10, and children eat free every Tuesday night. Join the
Grillmasters Program online and receive a $10 off coupon, with additional specials and discounts that are good at all locations. For those diners over 21, the saloon features specialty cocktails served in Mason jars, and a selection of twelve draught beers from local breweries, as well as the signature Peanut Tap Handle beers. Beginning this month the saloon will roll into fall featuring Firestone Brewerys Oaktoberfest draught beer, which will include a souvenir Firestone Pint beer glass with the purchase of any Firestone beer on Firestone Fridays. The coming winter months will also feature Firestone Brewerys Velvet Merlin. The daily Happy Hour features a selection of food items for $5 from 2 to 7 p.m. on Monday-Friday, and from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. In addition to the saloon and family dining area, the Santa Maria, in October 2011 the Santa Maria Original Roadhouse Grill became the first location to offer a separate area where horse racing enthusiasts can enjoy the races. The California Horse Racing Board approved Original Roadhouse Grill as an Off-Track betting facility to replace the former location housed at the county fairgrounds, said Bryant. From Thursday through Sunday, racing fans can enjoy the new Official California Wagering Facility in a separate and newly enclosed bar dining and patio area, and more than 26 televisions broadcast both the Del Mar and Santa Anita racing seasons, as well as racing on other US and international tracks. Horse racing enthusiasts will also enjoy events to celebrate the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes in May of each year, as well as the Belmont Stakes in June and the Breeders Cup in November. The Original Roadhouse Grill is located at 1423 South Bradley Road in Santa Maria, California. They are open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For more information about upcoming specials and events visit www.originalroadhousegrill.com or call (805) 614-0586.
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SPECIALIZING IN SANTA BARBARA & CENTRAL COAST PINOT NOIRS
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Stolpman Vineyards
2012 might have been the best year in Stolpman Vineyards 22 year history. A mild spring followed by a warm summer and ideal harvest conditions combined for the most pristine, perfectly ripe grapes winemaker Sashi Moorman has ever seen. The excitement in 2012 wasnt limited to just the wines now in barrel. Current vintages in bottle at the Los Olivos tasting room received some spectacular press in 2012. The highlights included Stolpmans barrel reserve Syrah 2010 Angeli bringing home 95 points from the International Wine Cellar, the third highest ranked wine in the entire Central Coast. Perhaps even more prestigious, the Connoisseurs Guide gave Stolpmans 50-50 Blend of Sangiovese and Syrah 2010 La Croce The Best Red of the Year award. With the celebratory toasts now out of the way, its back to work
2905 GRAND AVE LOS OLIVOS 805-688-7406 thelosolivostastingroom.com
Vineyard Crafted Wines
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Open daily 11-5, 2434 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos (805) 688-0400 www.stolpmanvineyards.com
Come see why Robert Parker, Jr. said... Production is small, but these wines are well worth seeking out!
Open Daily 11-5 2901 A Grand Avenue, Los Olivos 805-693-9644 www.AndrewMurrayVineyards.com
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Now open, every day from 11 am to 5 pm. 2367 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos 888-938-7310 www.byronwines.com No appointment necessary. Please call ahead for parties of 8 or more.
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Diversity is truly the spice of life and with nearly three dozen tasting rooms in Los Olivos, how does a winery stand out? For Cimarone thats easy. You see, Cimarones tasting room is the only tasting room representing the newly formed Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA in all of Los Olivos. But what exactly does that mean? Well, it means that Happy Canyon is becoming known for Bordeaux grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc, and this federally recognized growing area is unique in all of Santa Barbara since these grapes are less common here. After walking countless properties, we were finally introduced to what would become the Three Creek
Vineyard, says owner Roger Higgins. This site possessed all the elements of an ideal vineyard locale: rocky, well-drained soils, steep hillsides and south-facing slopes, all within the Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA. Here we could plant and grow a superb vineyard utilizing low-yields and sustainable vineyard care. Their goal is to always produce handcrafted, high-quality wines under two distinct labels Cimarone and 3CV, whose wines hover in the $20 range, both with an emphasis on Bordeaux and Rhne varietals. Of course to make great wine you need a great winemaker and the Higgins tapped winemaker Andrew Murray who, as Roger says, embodies our goal of making thoughtfully constructed serious wines. Currently they are making about 3,000 cases and its not uncommon to find Roger and his wife Priscilla behind the counter in their tasting room pouring wine and chatting about their project. They are truly hands-on in every aspect of the winery and that translates to unique wines from a unique region making for a unique wine tasting experience.
William James
Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir
Visit our Tasting Room located "Off Grand Thursday-Monday 12-5:30 www.toretti.com 2933 San Marcos Avenue, Suite 101 | Los Olivos, CA | 805.688.8002
Cellars
open daily 11:30-5:00 2356 alamo pintado avenue, los olivos 805-478-9412 | www.williamjamescellars.com Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Sangiovese, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc
Sip and Shop...A double delight!
The new kid on the block is quickly becoming the talk of the town.
TASTING ROOM & BOUTIQUE (Cheen-kweh stell-lay)

OPEN THURSDAY-MONDAY 11AM-5PM
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave Suite 102 Los Olivos CA 93341 805-686-4101 www.cinquestellewinery.com
www.facebook.com/#!/CinqueStelleWinery
Stop by and sip splendid wines and shop in the spectacular boutique featuring ladies apparel, jewelry and unique gifts.
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Conway Family Wines Deep Sea Tasting Room
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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.
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Carivints Winery Blending Wine With Philanthropy
With a tagline of Blending Wine With Philanthropy you know theres something different about Carivints Winery in Solvang. The winerys name comes from the Latin word Caritas and the French word Vin. Caritas means charity/philanthropy and Vin means wine, of course. Blend the two together and you get Carivints. The winerys labels are all beautiful paintings of rescued animals and other wildlife and contain stories about each animal on the back label. Profits from sales, as well as fundraising events, are donated to various groups such as Shadows Fund, Return To Freedom and other non-profit groups. Theyve raised thousands of dollars and continue to push forward with more programs this spring. But dont let the beautiful labels and charitable aspects fool you; the wine is definitely the focus here. They are a bit different in that they aim to produce great wine without regard to recurring varietals i.e. they may not produce 100% Syrah every year, but whatever blends they come up with will always be top-notch. For instance, the current selection includes a gold medalwinning blend of Barbera and Tempranillo that has aromas of strawberry Jolly Rancher, pine/cedar, plum and bubble gum, with just a touch of black pepper. When asked about
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this unconventional blend winemaker Fleet Hamilton replied, It tastes great, so why not? Were not pretentious, everythings fair game its all about producing great wine, not paying attention to the rules. They diverge from traditional tasting rooms in everything from the unpretentious wine-speak to the activities: Theres a movie night, live music on weekends, board and card games, and they always have dog treats and a kid area. When we were planning the tasting room we asked ourselves what has stopped us from going wine tasting in the
past? It was that we had kids who would not sit still in a tasting room, or we couldnt take our dog, or that it was stuffy. says Paul Ramos, co-owner. We wanted a place where we would want to hang out. So stop by, enjoy some wine on the patio, bring your pooch, and meet the owners: Fleet and Paul, and the lovely staff: Amanda, Alex, Beth, Kathryn and Valerie. Theyre open late every night until 7 p.m. Call them at (805) 693-4331 or visit the website at www.carivintas.com. Wine tasting virgins welcome.
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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 WEDNESDAYS Locals Day at Laetitia Vineyards & Winery Receive a complimentary tasting and 15% (25% club members) off of your wine purchase if you are a local; www.laetitiawine.com, 805-474-7651 ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS Teachers Appreciation Night at Phantom Rivers in appreciation for all the dedication of school district personnel. stop by the tasting room for happy hour specials, 3:30-7pm, 25% discounts off all bottles and $2.50 off any wine by the glass! www.phantomrivers.com, 805-481-9463 ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Winemakers Choice Night at Phantom Rivers 5-7pm, www.phantomrivers.com, 805-481-9463 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, www.arroyograndevillage.org, 805-473-2250 ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Ice Cream Creating ~ A Family Affair! The Doc Burnsteins ice Cream lab show is a live performance that involves the whole audience! invent a brand new flavor and watch it being made. live performances every Wednesday 7pm, www.docburnsteins.com, 805-474-4068 ONGOING Winemakers Choice at Phantom Rivers The first Friday of every month join John & linda for their Winemakers Choice tasting. John will be pouring his favorites (or mention what you like and hes sure to open it for you)! 5-7pm, www.phantomrivers.com, 805-481-9463 JANUARY 11 The Peking Acrobats at the Clark Center since their debut in 1986, The Peking Acrobats have redefined audience perceptions of Chinese acrobatics. They perform daring manuevers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs; they are experts at treacherous wirewalking, trick-cycling, precision tumbling, somersaulting and gymnastics. They defy gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility and control. They push the envelope of human possibility with astonishing juggling dexterity and incredible balancing feats, showcasing tremendous skill and ability. They are masters of agility and grace. 7pm, $39-$48 www.clarkcenter.org JANUARY 18 Meet the Winemaker Eric Hickey at Laetitia Vineyard Come on out for light snacks, laetitia & NADiA wines, live music & conversation with head winemaker eric hickey! 5-7pm, $10 pp/no charge for Wine Club members. www.laetitiawine.com JANUARY 19 Winter Music Sessions-Songwriters at Play At Laetitia Vineyard Come on out to laetitia and listen to the beautiful sounds of songwriters at Play while you sip on some laetitia wines! 1-4pm, www.laetitiawine.com JANUARY 23 Food & Wine Pairing at Laetitia Vineyard Join laetitia vineyard for a food and wine pairing featuring laetitia Brut de Blancs sparkling wine, paired with two dishes from a local chef. 6:30-8pm, www.laetitiawine.com JANUARY 26 Winter Music Sessions Soul Sauce at Laetitia Vineyard Come on out to laetitia vineyard and listen to the beautiful sounds of soul sauce while you sip on some laetitia wines! 1-4pm, www.laetitiawine.com JANUARY 26 Claire Lynch Band at the Clark Center By any measure, the Claire lynch Band is high on the bluegrass worlds A-list with musicians whose accolades include two international Bluegrass music Association Female vocalist of the Year awards and two Grammy nominations for Best Bluegrass Album. long recognized and praised as a creative force in acoustic music, Claire lynch is a pioneer who continually pushes the boundaries of the bluegrass genre. 8pm, $28-$38, www.clarkcenter.org FEBRUARY 7 Chocolate and Wine Pairing at Laetitia Come on out to laetitia vineyard for a detectible tasting featuring laetitia & NADiA Wines paired with Gerald's olde Tyme Chocolates. 6-8pm, www.laetitiawine.com FEBRUARY 7 Ann Hampton Callaway Presents the Streisand Songbook Platinum award-winning singer/songwriter Ann hampton Callaway celebrates the music of one of Americas most powerful and enduring musical artists, Barbra streisand. singing timeless classics from five decades of streisands multi-faceted career, Callaway crafts a loving musical portrait of the icon. The Tony-nominated actress puts unique pop/ jazz spin on unforgettable songs from Barbras Broadway years (Funny Girl) to her film works (A star is Born) and from her early pop albums (People) to her later concept albums (higher Ground). Callaway weaves humorous and inspiring anecdotes of how streisand evolved as her mentor and recorded Anns songs on six of her recent CDs. in a night of soaring songs and stories, Callaway promises a performance that, not only celebrates the extraordinary career of Barbra streisand, but also reminds us of the way we were. 7pm, $43, $47, $49, www.clarkcenter.org FEBRUARY 9 Jan & Dean Show featuring Dean Torrence & Surf City Allstars Jan and Deans career is well documented in the annals and pop and surf music history. Their original run in the 1960s boasts an impressive 14 gold records and 26 chart records, including "Barbara Ann," "The little old lady From Pasadena," "Dead man's Curve," "sidewalk surfin'" and "Ride the Wild surf." Their biggest hit, "surf City," co-written by Jan & Dean and Beach Boys founder and musical genius Brian Wilson, was the first "surf music" record to reach #1 in the Us. Carrying on the legacy, Dean Torrence is proud to present The Jan & Dean show, and will be joined by current and former players and singers of the Brian Wilson Band and the Beach Boys. 8pm, $39-$48, www.clarkcenter.org FEBRUARY 16 Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to the music of one of the most beloved singer/songwriters ever to grace the stage. Tribute artist Jim Curry, whose voice was heard in the CBs-Tv movie Take me home: The John Denver story, has performed Denvers music in sold out shows throughout the country and has emerged as todays top performer of Denvers vast legacy of multi-platinum hits. Jims uncanny ability to mirror Johns voice and clean-cut look takes you back to the time when Rocky mountain high, sunshine, Calypso and Annies song topped the charts, and his popular music had the heartfelt message of caring for the earth and caring for each other. 8pm, $34, $38, $42, www.clarkcenter.org FEBRUARY 23 Pruning Seminar with Lino at Laetitia Vineyard Join vineyard manager, lino Bozzano, in this fun and educational seminar. lino will take you out to the vineyard and demonstrate the techniques used to prune the vines. After the demonstration you will be able to get some hands on experience and do some pruning of your own! Following the pruning, lunch will be served in the press room. 10am-2pm, www.laetitiawine.com ATASCADERO
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JANUARY 5 Annual Mushroom Walk on the Fiscalini Ranch Come walk with David krause and mark Bunschwiler for the annual mushroom walk in the forest. Both leaders are experts from the Native Plant society on mushrooms and fungi. Free, 10am-12pm, Call 805-927-2202 for reservations. JANUARY 18-21 17th Annual Winter Bird Festival The keynote speaker, Alvaro Jaramillo, will give a talk on "Birding outside the Box: how our Brain identifies Birds" on saturday, January 19th. every martin luther king weekend, over 450 birders visit morro Bay to see, photograph and learn more about birds. The area offers pristine beaches, beautiful state parks, an excellent natural history museum, panoramic views of the Pacific ocean, and, best of all, thousands of birds. over 200 species are usually sighted during the Festival weekend. www.morrobaybirdfestival.org JANUARY 25-27 Cambria Annual Art & Wine Festival The Cambria Chamber of Commerce & Allied Arts Association present the Cambria Art & Wine Festival. The fun begins on Friday at 10am with special shopping deals and entertainment throughout the village. The "Art, Wine & All That Jazz" kick off party on Friday night from 6-10pm includes the Art show preview, wine and food pairing and entertainment. saturday is more shopping deals, demonstrating artists throughout the village, the vets hall is open 10am-4pm for the Art show & silent Auction. Wine tasting at the main event is on saturday from 1-4:30pm and includes the Art show & silent Auction, gourmet food and demonstrating artists, at both the vets hall and the Bianchini house. on sunday the shopping specials continue thoughout the village. enjoy the Artists' Faire, BBQ and raflle drawings at the vets hall. meet the artists and enjoy their work as you sip yet more wine from local vineyards. www.seecambria.com FEBRUARY 10 Cayucos Chocolate Escapade spend a day at the beach shopping and exploring some of Cayucos' specialty shops, antique malls and indulge your sweet tooth along the way. enjoy a chocolate fountain, chocolate kisses, chocolate and wine pairings and more... 12-5pm at select merchants on ocean Avenue MARCH 9-10 Cayucos Sea Glass Festival Calling all sea Glass enthusiasts, sea Glass craftspeople and sea Glass jewelers and artists! Come join us in beautiful Cayucos for our beachside sea Glass Festival. $3, cayucosseaglass@gmail.com MARCH 16 Cayucos Seaside Rotary 5th Anniversary and Fundraiser Mardi Gras Cayucos vet's hall Fun, food, music and live entertainment awaits you. 6-9pm For tickets contact Dick moore, 805-995-1661 APRIL 27-28 Morro Bay Kite Festival Colorful kites take to the sky at the RoCk, family friendly fun. morro Bay Chamber of Commerce 805-772-4467, www.morrobay.org PASO ROBLES ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY Hearthstone Fall & Winter Blending Parties Join the hearthstone staff for a day of blending for some great blending secrets throughout the fall and winter months. hearthstone will be hosting a series of parties to be enjoyed at the tasting room. Check out the dates below and contact us for reservations so you can flex your palate and build your winemaking skills! Contact for reservation: 805-238-2544, www.hearthstonevineyard.com January 5: 12pm January 20: 1pm February 15: 4:30pm
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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 ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Pinot Noir Blending Seminar at Wild Horse Winery Templeton learn the art of blending wine. experience first hand what being a winemaker is all about. sample Pinot Noirs from the Central Coast AvA and learn what terroir truly means. each participant creates their own blend to take home. $50, $35/wine club. By appointment 11am or 2pm, limit 10. leslie.churchill@wildhorsewinery.com, RsvP 805-434-2541 ext. 15 ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Patio Food Pairings at Opolo Vineyards Join them on the patio for delicious gourmet pizzas from their wood burning oven, sandwiches or sample an array of sausages, all paired with excellent opolo wines. Cheers! www.opolo.com, 805-238-9593 ONGOING SATURDAYS Tours & Tastings at Eberle Winery viP Tastings by appointment, $25, complimentary cave tours every half hour www.eberlewinery.com, 805-238-9607 ONGOING SECOND FROM LAST FRIDAY Fete Friday at Silver Horse Winery Winemaker, stephen kroener and his staff will prepare gourment fare for you to enjoy while listening to great music and tasting fantastic wines. Wines by glass or bottle for sale. $10/food, $10/admission includes 10 tastings 5-8pm, www.silverhorse.com, 805-467-9463 ONGOING Art Show at Castoro Cellars A different artist monthly. www.castorocellars.com, 805-238-0725 January: Randall Jahn, Acrylic on Canvas February: Andr Averseng, Watercolor march: maeve Croghan, oil on Canvas ONGOING Lazy Locals Concerts at Castoro Cellars Castoro Cellars Wine will be available for purchase. 1-4pm free, www.castorocellars.com, 805-238-0725 ONGOING
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Live Music on the Patio ONGOING FRIDAYS JANUARY 11, 18, 25 kick off the weekend with J. lohr. The J. lohr after-hours wine bar will be open on the last three Fridays of January and February with wine by the glass and selected cheese plates available for purchase. each week will feature a special flight of four wines (2 oz pours) specially paired with four gourmet cheeses provided by The little Cheese shoppe. Wine and cheese flights will be available for $15 with advance ticket purchase only. Table seating is limited but can be reserved with purchase of the Wine & Cheese flight ($15). ONGOING SATURDAYS Live Music at the Paso Wine Centre 8-10pm, free, www.pasowinecentre.com, 805-239-9156 ONGOING SUNDAYS Live Music at Sculpterra live entertainment sponsored by "songwriters At Play." 1-4pm, free, www.sculpterra.com 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, www.sloballoon.com ONGOING EVERY OTHER SATURDAY Sunday Brunch at Veris Cellars Catered brunch & bottomless mimosas. Templeton 11am-2pm, $25, $18/without mimosas www.veriscellars.com, 805-434-0319 ONGOING EVERY SECOND SUNDAY Central Coast Railroad Festival Wine-Train Excursions The excursions include a trip up the Cuesta Grade to Paso Robles on Amtrak's Coast starlight, complimentary wine tasting, light lunch snacks, rail history and a private bus trip down to san luis obispo. The winter excursions begin and end at Anglim Winery in the historical southern Pacific Depot next to the Paso Robles Amtrak station. Future excursions (after the summer Daylight savings time change) will originate in san luis obispo and include stops at other wineries. $49/adults, $39/children under 15, www.ccrrf.com, 805-773-4173 Walk-ins are welcome, but cheese and table availability is not guaranteed. 5:30-7:30pm, 408-918-2176, www.jlohr.com JANUARY 12 Fog Catcher Retrospective Tasting J. Lohr Wine & Cheese Fridays
at Niner Wine Estates ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Winemaker Wednesdays at the Paso Wine Centre
1-4pm, www.ninerwine.com, 805-239-2233
6-9pm, $12/wine flight, additional $12/food pairing www.pasowinecentre.com, 805-239-9156
at Niner Wine Estate 805-239-2233, www.ninerwine.com JANUARY 17, 2013 Wine 101 Series:
Please visit ninerwine.com for more information. 11am-12:30pm, $45/pp
Wine Descriptor Seminar at J Lohr Aroma or Bouquet? Train your palate and learn more about wine vocabulary! This educational seminar includes component tasting (acid, sugar, tannin), analysis of aromas and bouquets, and a guided tasting of world class J. lohr wines. (Please note: This event offers a small plate of appetizers prior to beginning the class which is not intended to serve as dinner.) $30, 6:30-9pm, 408-918-2176, www.jlohr.com JANUARY 18 Winter Concert at Pear Valley
Grammy winner louie ortega returns to Pear valley for our first of three Winter Concerts. Bring some snacks and gather around our fireplace with your favorite Pear valley wine. Then relax to the smooth vocals and cool guitar of louie ortega. Pear valley wine available by the glass or bottle. Complimentary Concert, 5:30-8:30pm, 805-237-2861, www.pearvalley.com JANUARY 18-21 Villicana Winery Far Out Wineries Benefit Weekend The Far out Wineries of Paso Robles are raising funds for the Cancer support Community to provide hope, education and support for cancer patients and their families. 10% of winery sales are donated to the Cancer support Community. visit www.faroutwineries.com/event for details. 11am-5pm Free, 805-238-4411, www.faroutwineries.com
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JANUARY 19 12th Annual Esprit du Vin at Villa San-Juliette Tasting Room Come and celebrate the 12th Annual esprit du vin, the spirit of Wine, at villa san-Juliette Winery at 6385 Cross Canyon Rd. Thirteen wineries will gather for an exciting night of wine, cheese and appetizers. Wines will be expertly paired with different gourmet cheeses. stroll around our spacious tasting room and savor each pairing! Gourmet olives, olive oils, breads, pastries & more will be served by local chefs & artisans. 5:30-7:30pm, $20 per person, $35 per couple www.pasorobleswinerieseast.com JANUARY 20 Le Vigne Winery Blending Seminar Be A Winemaker Be a winemaker for the day! Join our winemaker michael Barreto, for a seminar to learn all about the craft of blending wines. learn the art and science behind making the perfect blend and take home a bottle of your own personal blend. light lunch provided. 11am-2pm, $65/pp; $35/Club 805-227-4000, www.levignewinery.com JANUARY 26 Festa Italiana Harmony Cellars enjoy Chucks lively italian wines matched with authentic italian appetizers. Barrel samples of sangiovese. This event is in conjunction with Cambria Art & Wine Festival. 5:30-7pm, $30/pp; $24/club Reservations by phone, 805-927-1625 or online www.harmonyCellars.com JANUARY 26 Cooking Class: With Chef Jacob Moss of Lido at Niner Wine Estates 11am-2pm, 805-239-2233, www.ninerwine.com ONGOING FRIDAYS FEBRUARY 8, 15, 22 J. Lohr Wine & Cheese Fridays kick off the weekend with J. lohr. The J. lohr after-hours wine bar will be open on the last three Fridays of February with wine by the glass and selected cheese plates available for purchase. each week will feature a special flight of four wines (2 oz pours) specially paired with four gourmet cheeses provided by The little Cheese shoppe. Wine and cheese flights will be available for $15 with advance ticket purchase only. Table seating is limited but can be reserved with purchase of the Wine & Cheese flight ($15). Walk-ins are welcome, but cheese and table availability is not guaranteed. 5:30-7:30pm 408-918-2176, www.jlohr.com FEBRUARY 9 Share the Love! Black Tie Valentines Dinner at Eberle Winery its a crazy idea, but we love it. invite a few former eberle winemakers, have them choose their favorite eberle wine and have them host each course of our annual valentines dinner in the caves. Theyll share stories about their time working with Gary, share their reasons why they picked a special wine, and pair it with cuisine by Chef Rick manson, the award-winning chef and local television personality from Chef Ricks, santa maria. voted Best Restaurant in santa maria for more than 10 years in a row, Chef Rick will surely help share the love while you enjoy this special occasion with former eberle winemakers. www.eberlewinery.com FEBRUARY 9 Harmony Cellars Winemaker Dinner at Thomas Hill Organics Thomas hill organics in Paso Robles is the perfect venue for a cozy, winter dinner. Delight in a delicious menu of food and wine to warm your soul. 7pm Four courses with wine: $85/$79, Reservations by phone 805-927-1625 or online www.harmonyCellars.com FEBRUARY 9-10 Valentine's Wine & Chocolate Tasting Lunch at J. Lohr enjoy a salad and sandwich lunch with a glass of J. lohr estates wine followed by a tasting of four gourmet artisan chocolates with wine pairings and a special presentation from snake & Butterfly Chocolates on saturday, February 9th and The Chocolate Garage on sunday, February 10th. Plated lunch menu catered by Purple onion Cafe & Catering of los Gatos, offering a choice of delicious steak, turkey or vegetarian sandwich. specific menu details will be released in January. 12-1:30pm, $30, 408-918-2176, www.jlohr.com FEBRUARY 14 Valentine's Day at Vina Robles The romantic stage has been set so that you can simply come out and enjoy the moment. indulge in an elegant valentines dinner by candlelight while soaking up the classical strains of the slo Winds Clarinet Choir and the estero Bay Brass Quintet, which are part of the san luis obispo Wind orchestra. This 45-member group features some of the most accomplished wind and percussion musicians on the Central Coast. $80/pp, $70/Wine Club members, 6:30-9:30pm 805-227-4812, option 1 FEBRUARY 15 The Magic of Wine at Eberle Featuring Rich Ferguson, The ice Breaker and magician extraordinaire hes been featured on the Jay leno show, the ellen Degeneres show, and is well known throughout the county as the coolest magician in town. voted Best magician, Best entertainer, Top 20 Act on NBC, Top 20 Under 40 in Business, Top 40 Under 40 in Business, Top 10 magician, Best magic DvD and #1 Book on Amazon to name a few, Rich entertains while he stuns your mind with his talents. Join eberle Winery for some one-on-one time with Rich as he strolls through the Tasting Room, enjoy award-winning eberle wines and appetizers, and finish the night with a professional show that has people requesting his services worldwide. its a night of magic and Wine! 5:30-8pm, 805-238-9607, www.eberlewinery.com FEBRUARY 15 Winter Concert at Pear Valley Choose Pear valley for your post-valentine's Day date! Paso Robles local erin montgomery will be here there to delight you with her soulful sound. There will be a fire in the fireplace so just bring your friends and some snacks and relax with some Pear valley wine, available by the glass or bottle. Complimentary Concert, 5:30-8:30pm 805-237-2861, www.pearvalley.com FEBRUARY 16 Valentines Dinner at Summerwood Treat your valentine to a a special evening in the summerwood Barrel Room, with a multi-course dinner prepared by executive Chef kelly Wangard paired with wines crafted by Winemaker mauricio marchant. 6:30pm events@summerwoodwine.com FEBRUARY 16 Club 9 Pick-Up Party at Niner Estate Wines Join the Niner Wine estates team at the hospitality Center for their first ClUB 9 Pick-Up Party of 2013 mardi Gras-style! enjoy exclusive new releases perfectly paired with delicious bites, delight in the photo booth, and listen to the jazz styling of Burning James and the Funky Flames. 2-5pm, $15, 805-239-2233 ext 11, club9@ninerwine.com FEBRUARY 23 Cooking Class: All Things Crab with Chef John Kolar and Chef Mike McGourty of The Cracked Crab Join Niner Wine estates, Chef John kolar and Chef mike mcGourty of The Cracked Crab in Pismo Beach for a fun-filled day of preparing, cooking and enjoying all things crab! 11am-2pm, 805-239-2233, www.ninerwine.com MARCH 9 Enjoy a Night at the Opera at Vina Robles vina Robles is pairing the elegance of fine dining with a concert featuring the rich and festive melodies of Caf musique, a european-style gypsy ensemble renowned for its blend of classical, swing, gypsy, folk and tango influences. The evening unfolds with a sparkling wine-and-cheese reception followed by a full sit-down dinner paired with a variety of vina Robles wines. Guests will enjoy a complete opera-themed concert followed by a lavish meet-the-artists dessert postlude with chocolate, Port, coffees and teas. $125/pp; $105/Wine Club and opera slo members. 5:30-9pm, 805-227-4812, option 1 MARCH 9
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with Chef Thomas Drahos of Fenomenal Cooking Class: Molecular Gastronomy
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That's right... jump on the trend ship with this molecular Gastronomy-themed cooking class. You've read about it in Food and Wine magazine, you've seen it on the Cooking Channel, now learn the techniques in the flesh with the next cooking class featuring Chef Thomas Drahos of Paso Robles' Fenomenal Restaurant. Check the website for more information on this exciting cooking class! 11am-2pm, 805-239-2233, www.ninerwine.com MARCH 15 Winter Concert at Pear Valley
Pear valley is staying open late to kick off Zin Fest weekend with music from Jody mulgrew. Jody will be playing both familiar favorites and award-winning originals. invite your family and friends. Then relax beside our fireplace with your favorite Pear valley wine. The concert is complimentary. Pear valley wine available by the glass or bottle. 5:30-8:30pm, 805-237-2861, www.pearvalley.com MARCH 15 Zinfandel Festival Dinner in the Caves
at Eberle Winery
Celebrate Zinfandel Festival with true amore at eberle Winery. They are thrilled to welcome back Chef leonardo Curti and the team from his santa Ynez restaurant, Trattoria Grappolo. Chef Curti specializes in italian regional food. he grew up in the Calabria region in the coastal village of Cariati marina at the southern tip of italy. in 1987, he moved to siena, Tuscany, working with the luppoli family in the malborghetto Restaurant, which was a local "hang-out" for those in the Tuscan region. This provided the roots of his experience for service and quality of the Tuscan cuisine. in 1992, he made a bold move to the United states, establishing the restaurant "Pane Caldo" in Beverly hills. entertainer ellen DeGeneres says that Trattoria Grappolo is one of her favorite restaurants of all time! Please join eberles as they welcome this true italian gem for a Zin Fest dinner to remember. www.eberlewinery.com MARCH 15-17 Zinfandel Festival at Vina Robles chocolate pairing for this weekend only. enjoy three of their finest Petite sirahs, each expertly paired with a premium, hand-made chocolate truffle by mama Ganache Artisan Chocolates. Pairing flight $7/pp (waived with wine purchase) complimentary/signature Wine Club members, 805-227-4812 MARCH 16 Wine Country Steak & Eggs Zin Brunch
embark on a unique sensory experience as they offer a special Petite sirah and
at Eos Estate
enjoy a wine country twist on a steak and eggs brunch and a great start to your day. steins Catering will be serving an irresistable buffet brunch including fresh fruit, pastries, Caesar salad, made-to-order omelette bar, red oak grilled tri-tip, bacon, eos Zin brownies and muscat mimosas. Two seatings at 9:30am and 11:30am, $50 general, $40 Wine Club members, 805-591-8050, www.eosvintage.com MARCH 16-17 Zinfandel Weekend at Niner Estates by local musician matt Cross, new releases and yummy cuisine from the areas best food trucks including haute skillet (saturday) and kunfusion (sunday) www.ninerwine.com MARCH 16 Far Out Winery Walabout Zinfandel Tasting Join the 16 Far out wineries for a walkabout Zinfandel tasting through the caves at JUsTiN. enjoy passed appetizers and cheese pairings. $55, email info@faroutwineries.com
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APRIL 13 Cooking Class: Spanish Tapas at Niner Estate with Chef Tom Fundaro of Villa Creek in spain, food is a vehicle for human connection. learn the art of "feeding the table" and allowing the party to follow. explore the regional tapas of spain from the seafood laden shores of Galacia to the Basque style "pintxos." They will teach the proper techniques for cooking octopus and calamari, as well as how to make such favorites as aioli, romesco, escabeche and other great spanish pantry items. learn to oil poach" tuna, stock your larder with interesting spanish products and to cook, eat and socialize like a spaniard. 11am-2pm $145, $116 Club 9 members, $108.75 Club 9 onyx members, RsvP info@ninerwine.com or by calling 805- 239-2233, ext. 11 APRIL 20 Earth Day Food & Wine Festival The 7th annual earth Day Food & Wine Festival is a weekend celebration at locations throughout the Central Coast. The feature event is held on saturday afternoon at siP Certified Pomar Junction vineyard & Winery with more than 200 purveyors of award-winning, sustainably produced food and wine. www.earthdayfoodandwine.com MAY 17-19 31st Annual Wine Festival experience the personality and rich history reflected in each glass of Paso Robles wine. Combining traditions of the past with innovations of the future, Paso Robles Wine Country comes together to honor 31 years of the Paso Robles Wine Festival. This celebration of the finest in food and wine will embrace all that define Paso Robles Wine Country welcome-to-the-neighborhood atmosphere, fantastic food offerings, and of course exceptional wines. www.pasowine.com MAY 18-19 Wine Festival Weekend
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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, www.sloartcouncil.org, 805-544-9251 ONGOING JANUARY 1-31 6th Annual SLO County Restaurant Month slo County Restaurant month celebrates the culinary talents and local cuisine of more than 30 area restaurants. This event is in its sixth year and continues to become more popular. Participating restaurants are located throughout the county and include Gardens of Avila, old Custom house, Robin's, Black Cat Bistro, Cass house inn & Restaurant, hoppe's Garden Bistro, Bistro laurent, il cortile, steamers, Giuseppe's, Cafe Roma, luna Red and meze. www.winecoastcountry.com JANUARY 18-21 Toast to Wellness Benefit Weekend Benefiting Cancer support Community, s.l.o. 10% of all wine purchases will be donated to provide hope, education and support for cancer patients and their families. spend the entire weekend with the Far out Wineries. each winery will be hosting something festive throughout the weekend and will also be donating 10% of their sales to the Cancer support Community. There is no need for a passport to participate, everyone is welcomed! over the last five years, the Far out Wineries and YoU have raised more than $120,000 to help provide support, information, and hope to cancer patients and their families. 805-237-0087, www.faroutwineries.com JANUARY 19 & FEBRUARY 16 Winter Music Sessions-Songwriters at Play Come on out to laetitia and listen to the beautiful sounds of songwriters at Play while you sip on some laetitia wines! 1-4pm, 805-481-1772 www.laetitiawine.com FEBRUARY 9 Love at the Lighthouse Celebrate your love at the Point san luis lighthouse at the 3rd Annual valentine's Champagne & sweets Tours! The Point san luis lighthouse is the perfect setting for a romantic toasts this valentine's Day with celebrated decor, Champagne, homemade sweets, friendly docents, charming trolley ride and live music! Reserve your seats by calling 805-540-5771. Tours at 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm, $15 kids 12 and under; $35 adults, www.sanluislighthouse.org FEBRUARY 17 Open House at the Winery at Margerum President's Day Weekend sunday open house at the Winery! 1-4pm, www.margerumwinecompany.com MARCH 1-2 World of Pinot Noir Two days of in-depth tasting seminars, Grand Tastings by the sea, a featured Burgundy tasting and gourmet, locally-influenced lunches and dinners. if you love Pinot Noir, this is the place to be the first weekend in march! APRIL 20-23 Vintners' Festival Weekend The annual santa Barbara County vintners' Festival Weekend attracted wine lovers from near and far for an opportunity to meet member vintners, taste their wines, and enjoy great food and music over a long spring weekend. The highlight of the weekend was the Festival itself, where every one of our 100+ member wineries gather to present their wines, often poured by the winemakers themselves. The Festival also presented some of the best local food from restaurants, catering companies and gourmet food creators. LOMPOC/BUELLTON ONGOING SECOND & FOURTH WEDNESDAY Quiz Night at Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. 6:30-10pm, www.figmtnbrew.com, 805-694-2252 ONGOING FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS Live Music at Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. 6:30-10pm, www.figmtnbrew.com, 805-694-2252 ONGOING EVERY OTHER SATURDAY Central Coast Tasting Series at Avant Tapas and Wine www.avantwines.com, 805-686-4742 JANUARY 18-19 Zotovich Release Party Weekend Zotovich is very excited to host their second Release Party Weekend. They will be hosting an open house on both saturday and sunday, along with a winemaker dinner saturday night. 805-736-1600, www.zotovichcellars.com LOS OLIVOS/FOXEN CANYON ONGOING THROUGH JANUARY 31 The Winter Pass Wine tasting all winter long with The Winter Pass! one price, one pass, 14 wineries! The Winter Pass is your ticket to fabulous wine tasting in the santa Ynez valley. each pass gives you one tasting at each of the association wineries. You choose the days youd like to taste. Reservations are not required. Participating wineries: Alexander & Wayne, Arthur earl, Blair Fox Cellars, Buttonwood Farm Winery, Casa Cassara, Cimarone & 3Cv Wines, Cinque stelle, Daniel Gehrs, imagine Wine, lincourt vineyards, lucas & lewellen, Rideau vineyards, standing sun and Toccata. The Winter Pass is available online at our website www.santaynezwinecountry.com for $35. or you can purchase your passes at lincourt vineyards in solvang, Casa Cassara in solvang, imagine Wine in santa Ynez or Alexander & Wayne in los olivos. www.santaynezwinecountry.com. JANUARY 10 Join the Stolpman's at Saddle Peak Lodge stolpmans is honored to be invited back to this beautiful michelin star lodge nestled in the malibu mountains for what promises to be yet another epic gastronomic experience!! enjoy a six course dinner paired with stolpman's very best limited production wines. 6-9pm, 818-222-3888 JANUARY 20 Facebook Art Label Contest Launches at Artiste our third Facebook label Contest launches January 20, 2013. submit your original art through our Facebook page for the chance to have your art featured on our may modern Wine Release. www.artiste.com, 805-686-2626
Paradise in Paso at Eos Estate
Paradise in Paso offering eos muscat summer sangria, $2 street tacos, salsa bar and eos estate Winery case specials. 9:30am-12:30pm 805-591-8050, www.eosvintage.com PISMO BEACH/SHELL BEACH ONGOING Complimentary Limousine Service with Pismo Beach Winery Their complimentary limousine service eliminates the need for a designated driver. Relax and travel in style on your wine tasting excursion to Pismo Beach Winery. must be at least 21 years old, allow approximately one hour. limousine only travels from your resort to their winery and back. Free www.pismobeachwinery.com, 805-773-9463 SAN LUIS OBISPO ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS at Tolosa Winery Master the Art of Wine and Cheese
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ONGOING JANUARY 24-FEBRUARY 3 Santa Barbara International Film Festival www.sbiff.org JANUARY 23 STARS of Santa Barbara Tasting long before sideways, learnAboutWine was telling their audience that santa Barbara winemakers are producing some of the best wines in the world. Come taste the "Best of the Best", "the brand standards" and "the newest and most up and coming" at the 10th Annual sTARs of santa Barbara at the 5 sTAR and 5 Diamond Peninsula Beverly hills. 7-9:30pm, www.sbcountywines.com FEBRUARY 16 Syrah Festival Seminar You will have the chance to sip through and learn about the syrah grapes that grow in the many microclimates of santa Barbara County. Five winemakers will share with you one of their finest syrahs and the inspiration behind it. Wine writer Gabe saglie will moderate the seminar and guide you through each of these amazing wines. All 17 of the winemakers in the Urban Wine Trail will host you for an evening of world class syrahs and other delicious varietals from santa Barbara County. The evening will be an elegant night of Art, Wine, Food and music with a chance to purchase limited and hard to find wines. Displayed throughout the venue there will be 17 pieces of art produced by local artists and inspired by each of the Urban Wine Trail Wineries. A live auction to raise money for the Art Fund of santa Barbara will be held featuring five unique items that will tempt your imagination. 10am-12pm, www.sbcountywines.com
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, www.tolosawinery.com, RsvP, 805-782-0500 ONGOING Hearst Castle Tours led by an experienced guide, tour hearst Castle and encounter first-hand the majesty and beauty of this historical treasure. www.hearstcastle.org, 800-444-4445 ONGOING FRIDAYS Sips & Songs at Claiborne & Churchill Vintners local food and live music. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair; winery tables and chairs will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Wine and food sold separately. 5:30-7:30pm, www.claibornechurchill.com, 805-544-4066
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FEBRUARY 9 Karin Aggeler Modern Art Release Show Come by Artiste for an afternoon with karin Aggeler, our modern artist for February. karin will be on hand to sign bottles and discuss her art, along with assorted nibbles and reserve wines to taste. see you at Artiste! 1-4pm, members Free (up to 4 guests), $15 Guests, www.artiste.com, 805-686-2626 SANTA BARBARA ONGOING THURSDAYS Pizza Party at Corks n Crowns Fine wine and craft beer pairing with Full of life Flatbread Gourmet Pizza. 4-7pm, www.corksandcrowns.com, 805-845-8600 ONGOING SUNDAYS Cupcakes & Sparkling Wine at Corks n Crowns 11:30am, www.corksandcrowns.com, 805-845-8600 ONGOING SATURDAY & SUNDAY Live Music at Oreana Winery Wine tasting and wine by the glass, 2-5pm, www.oreanawinery.com ONGOING MONDAYS Monday Night Movie Night at Oreana Winery event is inside but it gets chilly so dress accordingly. Folding chairs are provided but feel free to bring your own. You may bring a picnic but no outside alcohol allowed. Wine, popcorn and candy available for purchase. 6:30-9:30pm, www.oreanawinery.com, 805-962-5857 SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON ONGOING MONDAY-THURSDAY Costa de Oro Happy Hour 4-6pm, wine by the glass $7, $5 club members www.cdowinery.com, 805-922-1468 ONGOING Friday Night Wine Down at Costa de Oro Great way to start your weekend! enjoy live music, wine tasting and cheese plates. 5-8pm, www.cdowinery.com, 805-922-1468 ONGOING FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS IN DECEMBER Live Music at the Tap Room at The Historic Santa Maria Inn Fridays mofongo jazz trio 1st saturday of the month Calo latin jazz, rock & blues 2nd saturday lawless & Dean classic rock & blues 3rd saturday Juan marquez latin jazz, blues & rock 4th saturday lawless & Dean classic rock & blues www.santamariainn.com, 805-928-7777 ONGOING SUNDAYS Champagne Sunday Brunch at the Historic Santa Maria Inn enjoy a variety of selected meats, carving stations and an omelette station along with a salad bar. They also feature traditional breakfast fare, many side dishes and an elaborate and delicious dessert station. 10am-2pm, $21.95/adults, $18.95/seniors, $12.95/children www.santamariainn.com, 805-928-7777 ONGOING LAST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH Dealing with it Wednesdays at Sierra Madre Vineyards light hors doeuvres, good people and that extra push to make it through the end of the week! 4:30-7pm, free www.sierramadrevineyard.com, 805-922-3100 SANTA YNEZ ONGOING Glider Rides at the Airport santa Ynez, www.gliderrides.com, 805-688-2517 ONGOING THROUGH JANUARY 31 Santa Ynez Valley Winter Pass
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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 SATURDAYS Live Music at Carivintas Winery 6-9pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331 ONGOING FRIDAY-SUNDAY Wandering Dog Wine Bar Cupcakes & Wine Flight Tasters enjoy 3 wines, each paired with a delicious gourmet cupcake from solvang Bakery. Flight includes 3 half glasses of wine and 3 cupcakes. $20 www.wanderingdogwinebar.com, 805-686-9126 ONGOING LAST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH Lompoc Animal Shelter Adoptions at Carivintas Winery meet the wonderful volunteers and animals from the shelter. Take one or two home and start a new family. 12-3pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331 ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Solvang Farmers Market Fresh produce, flowers & foods, on First street, between mission Drive and Copenhagen, 4-7pm, www.sbfarmersmarket.org, 805-962-5354 ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH Solvang Third Wednesday shop solvang, save money and have fun! over 60 stores, restaurants, wine tasting rooms and professional offices offer special discounts and sales all day. Discover solvangs unique stores and boutiques. Delight in a divine culinary experience and take advantage of the Third Wednesday specials offered by participating restaurants, bakeries and sweet shops. www.solvang3rdwednesday.com FEBRUARY 14 Valley Wines & Valentines - Elverhoj Museum sweet and asavory bites, wine sampling, music, friends and fun. 805-686-1211, www.elverhoj.org MARCH 9 Solvang Century, Metric & Half Century solvang Century, metric & half Century 100 & 63 mile ride starts, 9 am half Century start hotel Corque, 400 Alisal Road, solvang Pre-registration open until February 22. 6:30-8:00am, www.BikesCoR.com, 562-690-9693 MARCH 13-17 Taste of Solvang Walking Wine Tasting Room Tour, stroll downtown solvang and savour fabulous wine from participating wine tasting rooms. $35 per person
visit member wineries. www.syvwinecountry.com FEBRUARY 15-18 A Wine Fantasy in February it's that time of year to come celebrate a romantic weekend of relaxation and wine tasting in the beautiful santa Ynez valley. The February passport event is a popular weekend filled with natural beauty and, of course, extraordinary wines. enjoy this opportunity to become more familiar with some of your favorite valley wineries and discover new treasures. Passport guests will take a self-guided tour to each winery where they will have the opportunity to taste premium santa Ynez valley wines in our members intimate wine tasting rooms and enjoy complimentary hors doeuvres throughout the day. it's the perfect getaway to kick off valentines Day in Wine Country. Passport holders receive one flight of wine tasting at all member wineries from Friday through monday. hors doeuvres are served on saturday and each taster will receive a Wine Country logo glass. The February Passport event provides passport holders a wonderful wine tasting experience over the four day holiday weekend. www.santaynezwinecountry.com MARCH 3-9 Santa Ynez Valley Free Museum Week launching "museum Week" with the santa Ynez valley visitors Association visit participating museums through out the valley free of charge! many of the museums will have special activities today! Free www.visitThesantaYnezvalley.com/museumweek, 805-686-0053 ONGOING JUNE THROUGH AUGUST The Summer Pass enjoy the ultimate in wine tasting! With the purchase of a santa Ynez Wine Country summer Pass, you can design your own wine tasting experience any time during the summer Pass season. www.santaynezwinecountry.com SOLVANG ONGOING TUESDAYS Open Mic Night at Carivintas Winery Carivintas. 5-7pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331 ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAYS each month on the Third Wednesday - enjoy wine tasting while strolling through the village of solvang. most wine tasting rooms offer special discounts to Wine Walk participants on wine & merchandise. $20 per person (cash only please) includes a solvang Third Wednesday logo glass, map and tasting at 5 places of your choice. Tickets available at The olive house, 1661 mission Dr; sort This out Cellars 1636 Copenhagen Dr; or Wandering Dog Wine Bar 1539 mission Dr.; www.solvang3rdwednesday.com ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Solvang Farmer's Market Fresh produce, flowers and foods. First street, solvang. 2:30-6pm www.sbfarmersmarket.org ONGOING THURSDAYS Wandering Dog Wine Bar Wine Walk
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ONGOING An Evening with the Sommelier at Herzog Wine Cellars explore a world of flavors with their tasting room sommelier. 7pm $15, $10/wine club, www.herzogwinecellars.com, 805-983-1560
presents Blind Tasting Thursday Challenge your palate and learn about wine at the same time! every month features a different region. No reservations required. 4-7pm, $15 www.wanderingdogwinebar.com, 805-686-9126 ONGOING THURSDAYS Teachers Night at Carivintas Winery
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All teachers are invited. Receive discounts and play games. 5-7pm www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331 ONGOING FRIDAYS Movie Night at Carivintas Winery
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Cerro Prieto Paso Robles By appt 3432 Los Tablas Willow Creek Rd; 805 226-8448 Changala Winery Paso Robles 3770 Willow Creek Road; 805-226-9060 Chateau Margene Creston 4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 Chateau Margene Paso Robles 6996 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-3500 Chronic Cellars Paso Robles 2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 237-7848 Chumeia Vineyards Paso Robles 8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 Fr-Mo 11-5 Sat-Sun 11-5 Daily 11- 5 Daily 11:30-5:30 Mo-Th 12-5 Fr-Su 11-5
EOS ESTATE WINERY Paso Robles Daily 2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 11-5 Epoch Estate Wines Templeton 7505 York Mountain Rd; 805 237-7575 FS Cellars Paso Robles 1337 Vendels Circle; 805-226-8989 Falcon Nest Winery Paso Robles 5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 Fri-Mon 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-6 Daily 10-7:30
Cinquain Cellars San Miguel By apt 6404 Independence Ranch Pl; 805 400-5978 CLAUTIERE VNYD Paso Robles 1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 Clavo Cellars Templeton 315 South Main St; 805-226-0174 Clayhouse Wines Paso Robles 849 13th St; 805 238-7055 Clos Solene Wines Paso Robles 805 296-0478 Croad Vineyards Paso Robles 3550 Vinedo Robles Ln; 805 226-9899 Cypher Winery Templeton 3750 Hwy 46 West; 805 237-0055 DAnbino Cellars Paso Robles 710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 Daou Vineyards Paso Robles 2777 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805 226-5460 Dark Star Cellars Paso Robles 2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389 Th-Mo 12-5 Daily 12-5 Su-Th 11-6 Fr-Sa 12-7 By appt Thu-Mon 11-5 Daily 11-6 Thu-Mon 11-6 Daily 11-5 Fr-Su 10:30-5
First Crush Winemaking Paso Robles Thu-Sat 2975 Limestone Way; 805-434-2772 11-5 Four Sisters Ranch San Miguel 6961 Estrella Rd; 805 526-9242 Fratelli Perata Paso Robles 1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Frolicking Frog Atascadero 14490 San Miguel Rd; 805 466-0779 Gelfand Vineyards Paso Robles 5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Graveyard Vineyards San Miguel 6990 Estrella Road; 805 467-2043 GreMark Vnyds Paso Robles 5325 Rancho La Loma Linda; 805 237-0154 Grey Wolf Cellars Paso Robles 2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 Grizzly Republic Paso Robles 840 13th St; 678-372-7288 By Appt By Appt By Appt By Appt Thu-Mon 11-5 X By Appt Daily 11-5:30 Opening July 14
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HALTER RANCH VNYD Paso Robles Daily 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 HammerSky Vineyards Paso Robles 7725 Vineyard Drive; 805-239-0930 Hansen Vineyard Templeton 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 Th-Su 11-5 Fr-Sun 11-5
Denner Vineyards & Winery Paso Robles 5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 By appt Derby Wine Estates Paso Robles 5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 DOCE ROBLES Paso Robles 2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766 Domaine Degher Paso Robles 8650 Centra Rd ; 805 296-2562 Donati Family Vnyd Templeton 2720 Oak View Rd; 805-238-0676 Donatoni Winery Paso Robles 3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Dover Canyon Winery Paso Robles 4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 Dubost Winery Paso Robles 9988 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-226-8463 Fr-Mo 11-5 Daily 10-5:30 By Appt Daily 10-5 Sa-Su 12-5 or by appt Th-Su 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5
Harmony Cellars Harmony Sum 10-5:30 3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805 927-1625 Win 10-5 Hearst Ranch San Simeon 442 SLO San Simeon Rd; 805 927-4100 HEARTHSTONE Paso Robles 5070 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-2544 Daily 11-5 Thu-Mon 11-5
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Herman Story Wines Paso Robles Thu-Sun 11-4 1227 Paso Robles St; 805-237-2400 or by appt Hidden Oak Templeton 4671 South El Pomar; 805 237-9315 Hope Family Wines Paso Robles 1585 Live Oak Road; 805 238-4112 Hug Cellars Paso Robles 2323 Tuley Rd; 805-226- 8022 HUNT CELLARS Paso Robles 2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600 Fr-Sun 11-5 Fr-Sa 10-4 Daily 11-5 & By Appt X Daily 10:30-5
Carmody McKnight Estate Wines Paso Robles 11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5 Cass Vineyards Paso Robles 7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730 Daily 11-5
DUNNING VINEYARDS ESTATE Paso Robles 1953 Niderer Rd; 805-238-4763 Th-Mo 11-5 X Eagle Castle Winery Paso Robles 3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 Daily 10:30-5:30 X X
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Paso Port Wine Co in Steinbeck Vnyds Thu-Mon 5940 Union Rd, Paso Robles; 805 239-2229 11-5 Paso Robles Wine Club Paso Robles 800 Pine St, Ste 101; 866-238-6400 Daily 10-6
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San Marcos Creek Paso Robles 7750 North Hwy 101; 805-467-9260 Sarzotti Winery Templeton 180 Bella Ranch Rd; 805 226-2022 Sculpterra Winery Paso Robles 5015 Linne Road, 805-226-8881 Sextant Wines Paso Robles 2324 W. Hwy 46, 805 542-0133 Shale Oak Winery Paso Robles 3235 Oakdale Rd, 805-239-4800
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J. LOHR VNYDS & WINES Daily 6169 Airport Rd, Paso Robles; 805-239-8900 10-5 J. Paul Rosilez Paso Robles 4889 Dry Creek Rd; 805-226-0550 Jack Creek Cellars Templeton 5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 JADA WINERY Paso Robles 5620 Vineyard Dr; 805 226-4200 Justin Winery Paso Robles 11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 238-6932 Kaleidos Paso Robles 3770 Willow Creek; 805 226-0828 Kenneth Volk Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46W; 805 237-7896 Kiamie Wine Cellars Paso Robles 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805 226-8333 Kukkula Templeton 9515 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0111 LAventure Winery Paso Robles 2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 Lago Giuseppe Templeton 8345 Green Valley Rd, 46 W; 805-237-7300 Laraneta Vynds Templeton 2602 Templeton Rd; 805 434-5090 Le Cuvier Paso Robles 3333 Vine Hill Lane; 800-549-4764 Le Vigne Winery Paso Robles 5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 Linne Calodo Paso Robles 3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 Locatelli San Miguel 8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 Daily 11-5 Th-Mo 11-4:30 or by appt Daily 11-5 Daily 10-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 Daily 10:30-5 Open daily 11-5 X Fri-Sun 11-5 Th-Su 11-4 or by appt By Appt By Appt Daily 11-5 Sum 11-6 Win 11-5 X By Appt Fr-Su 1l-4
PASO WINE CENTRE Paso Robles Tue-Thu 4-9 1240 Park Street; 805 239-9156 Fri-Sat 1-9, Sun 1-7 PEACHY CANYON Paso Robles 1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 PEAR VALLEY Paso Robles 4900 Union Road; 805 237-2861 Penman Springs Paso Robles 1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 Per Cazo Cellars Paso Robles 5325 Vineyard Dr; 805 227-4949 Pianetta Paso Robles 829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Pipestone Paso Robles 2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 Pithy Little Wine Co Paso Robles 1244 Pine St, Ste B; 805-546-1059 Daily 10-5:30 Daily 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-5 By Appt Sun-Thurs 12-6 Fri-Sat 11-7 X Th-Mo 11-5 Mo-Fr 12-6 Sa 11-6, Su 11-5
Sharps Hill Poured at Vinoteca, Paso Robles 835 12th St; 805 227-7154 Mo-Th 4-9, Fri & Sa 4-11
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SILVER HORSE WINERY 2995 Pleasant Road, san miguel 805-467-WiNe open Friday-sunday 11-5 or by appointment
Come see what everyone is talking about!
Stacked Stone Cellars Paso Robles 1525 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7872 STANGER Vineyards Paso Robles 7970 Vineyard Drive; 805 238-4777 5225 Hwy 41, Creston Starr-Ranch Paso Robles 9320 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0144 Steinbeck Paso Robles 5940 Union Rd; 805 238-1854 Stephens Cellar Templeton 7575 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-2412 Still Waters Vineyards Paso Robles 2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 SUMMERWOOD Paso Robles 2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365 Tablas Creek Paso Robles 9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231 TACKITT FAMILY San Miguel 6640 Von Dollen Rd; 805 467-9490
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POALILLO VINEYARDS Paso RoblesDaily 7970 Vineyard Drive; 805-238-0621 11-5 Pomar Junction Templeton 5036 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-238-9940 Pozo Valley Santa Margarita 2200 El Camino Real; 805-438-3375 Pretty Smith San Miguel 13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104 Proulx Paso Robles 5424 Vineyard Drive; 805-226-2800 Rabbit Ridge Paso Robles 1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331 Daily 11-5 Fr-Su 12-5 Fr-Su 11-5 Thu-Mon 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-5
Loma Linda Vineyards Paso Robles By 5155 Rancho La Loma Linda Dr: 805 227-7172Appt Lone Madrone Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 Maloy ONeill Paso Robles 5725 Union Rd; 805 238-6430 Midnight Cellars Paso Robles 2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 Minassian-Young Paso Robles 4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 10-5 Win Daily 10-5 Sum Daily 10-5:30 Th-Mo 11-5
Ranchita Canyon Vnyd San Miguel Fri-Mon 3439 Ranchita Canyon Road; 805 467-9448 11-5 Rangeland Wines Paso Robles 10425 Klau Mine Road; 805 674-9232 RED SOLES Paso Robles 3230 Oakdale Rd; 805-226-9898 Rio Seco Paso Robles 4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884 RiverStar Vineyards San Miguel 7450 Estrella Rd; 805 467-0086 RN Estate Winery Paso Robles 7986 North River Rd; 805 610-9802 ROBERT HALL Paso Robles 3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 Rockin R Wine Paso Robles 8500 Union Rd, Ste C; 805 835-8529 Rocky Creek Cellars Templeton 8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919 ROTTA WINERY Templeton 250 Winery Road; 805-237-0510 Roxo Port Cellars Paso Robles 6996 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-1600 San Antonio Winery Paso Robles 2610 Buena Vista; 805 226-2600 By Appt Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Thu-Mon 11-5 By Appt Daily Win 10-5 Sum 10-6 X Fri-Sun 11-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 10:30-5:30 Daily 11-5 Daily 10-6
Tassajara Cellars San Miguel Fri-Sun 11-5 In the barrel room at Silver Horse; 805-239-8511 Terry Hoage Paso Robles 870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083 Thacher Winery Paso Robles 8355 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0087 Tobin James Cellars Paso Robles 8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 Tolo Cellars Paso Robles 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282 Treana Winery Paso Robles 1585 Live Oak Rd; 805 238-4112 Turley Wine Cellars Templeton 2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 Twilight Cellars Paso Robles 2740 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805-226-9907 Th-Mo 11-4 Th-Mo 11-5 or by appt Daily 10-6 Thu-Mon 11-5 or by appt Fr-Sa 10-4 Daily 9-5 Thur-Sun 11-5
Mitchella Vineyard Paso Robles Thu-Su 12-5 2525 Mitchella Ranch Way; 805 239-8555 or by appt MONDO CELLARS Paso Robles Daily 3260 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 226-2925 11-6 X Moonstone Cellars Cambria Daily 801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466 11-5 Nadeau Family Vintners Paso Robles Fr-Su 3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 11-5 NINER WINE ESTATE Paso Robles Daily 2400 Highway 46 West; 805-239-2233 10-5 OPOLO VINEYARDS Paso Robles 7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 Oso Libre Winery Paso Robles 7383 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-3378 Parrish Family Paso Robles 1220 Park St; 805 286-4028 Daily 10-5 Wed-Mon 11-5 Th-Mo 1-6:30 Fr-Sa 1-7:30
VENTEUX VINEYARDS Templeton Daily 1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127 10-5 X Veris Cellars Templeton 1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 Win 11-5 Sum 11-6 X
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Via Vega Vnyd & Winery Paso Robles Fr-Sa 11-5 2378 Adobe Rd; 805-423-2190 or By Appt Victor Hugo Winery Templeton 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 Villicana Winery Paso Robles 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 Villa Creek Cellars Paso Robles 5995 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-7145 Villa San Juliette San Miguel 6385 Cross Canyon Rd; 805 550-0522
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Clesi Wines San Luis Obispo 1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-286-5073
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By Addamo Estate Vnyds Orcutt 2510 E. Clark Ave; 805-937-6400 Appt X ANDREW MURRAY Los Olivos Sat-Sun 5095 Zaca Station Rd; 805 686-9604 11-4 X X Bedford Los Alamos Daily 448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 11-5 X Cambria Winery Santa Maria Daily 5475 Chardonnay Lane; 805 938-7318 10-5 X Casa Dumetz Wines Los Alamos Thu 12-7 4448 Bell St, Ste B, 805-344-1900 Fri-Sun 11-6 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 COSTA DE ORO Santa Maria Open daily 11-6 1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 Fri till 8 X X X X X X X X
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Cuvee Champagne Bar Avila Beach Fr 4-10, Sa 1-10 550 1st St; 805-727-4144 Su 12-7pm Edna Valley Vnyd San Luis Obispo 2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 Kelsey See Canyon San Luis Obispo 1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-5:30 X Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 11-5
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Kynsi Winery Arroyo Grande 2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 LAETITIA VNYD Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772
3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812 Vines on the Marycrest Paso Robles 5050 Mustard Creek Rd; 805 237-0378 Vista Del Rey Paso Robles 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 WCP Cellars Paso Robles 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138
Luis Wine Bar San Luis Obispo Mo-Th 3-11, Fr 3-12 1021 Higuera; 805-762-4747 Sa 12-2, Su 12-11 Margerum Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10
COTTONWOOD CANYON WINERY

Cave Tours (subject to availability) Saturday & Sunday 11am, 1pm & 3pm Midweek by appointment only
Monterey Street Wine Co San Luis Obispo 1255 Monterey St; 805-541-1255 Tue-Wed 1:30-7, Thu-Sat 1:30-9 X Morovino Avila Beach Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu 12-5 76 Landing Passage; 805-627-1443 Fri-Sat 12-6 X X NADIA Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 Peloton Cellars Avilia Beach 470 Front St; 805-627-1080 Phantom Rivers Arroyo Grande 211 E. Branch St; 805-481-WINE Daily 11-5 Mon, Thu, Sat 12-6 Fri 12-8, Sun 11-4 Sun-Thu 12-5 Fri 12-9, Sat 12-7 By Appt Daily 12-5 X X X X X X
Westburg Cellars Paso Robles 3rd weekend 12-4 3180 Willow Creek Rd; 805 238-9321 or by appt Whalebone Vineyard Paso Robles Mon-Fri 11-5 8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 Sat-Sun 10-5:30 Wild Coyote Winery Paso Robles 3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 Daily 11-5
open daily 10am-5pm 3940 Dominion Road, santa maria, 805 937-8463
Curtis Winery Los Olivos Daily 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 Demetria Los Olivos By 6701 Foxen Canyon R; 805 686-2345 Appt Fess Parker Los Olivos Daily 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 FIRESTONE VNYDS Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 Daily 11-5 X Foxen Vineyard Santa Maria Daily 7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251 11-4 Kenneth Volk Vineyards Santa Maria 5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 Daily 10:30-4:30 X Koehler Los Olivos Daily 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 La Fentre Santa Maria By 2717 Aviation Way; 310-977-5615 Appt Martian Ranch Los Alamos By 8900 Alisos Canyon Rd; 310-804-1292 Appt McKeon-Philips Santa Maria Thu-Mon 2115 S Blosser Rd, #114; 805-928-3025 11:30-5:30 Ovene Winery Santa Maria (Tasting Room: See Solvang) 2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt Rancho Sisquoc Winery Santa Maria Mon-Thu 10-4 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 Fri-Sun 10-5 Riverbench Vineyards Santa Maria Daily 6020 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8340 10-4 X Sagebrush Annies Ventucopa Sat-Sun 4211 Hwy 33; 661 766-2319 11:30-5 SIERRA MADRE VINEYARD Santa Maria 2570 Prell Road; 805-922-3100 By Appt Tantara Vineyard Santa Maria By 4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051 Appt Torrettis Family Santa Maria By 2108 Quail Canyon Rd; 805-714-0622 Appt Tres Hermanas Winery Santa Maria Daily 9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451 10-5 Wine Country Orcutt Thu-Sat 1-8 130 N. Broadway St, Ste A; 805-688-9339 Sun 1-6 Zaca Mesa Los Olivos Daily 10-4 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 Sum Fri-Sat till 5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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WILD HORSE WINERY Templeton Daily 1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5 Windward Vineyard Paso Robles 1380 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565 Zenaida Cellars Paso Robles 1550 Hwy 46 West; 805-227-0382 ZinAlley Templeton 3730 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0959 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5
Piedra Creek Winery San Luis Obispo 6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 Pismo Beach Winery Pismo Beach 271 B Five Cities; 805-773-WINE
Rancho Arroyo Grande Arroyo Grande 1st Sat 591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 11-5 Salisbury Vnyds Avila Valley 6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE Fri-Sun 11-6 Mon-Thu 12-6 Daily 10-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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ALAPAY CELLARS Avila Beach 415 First St; 805-595-2632 Autry Cellars San Luis Obispo 835 Capitolio Way, #3; 805-546-8669 Daily 10:30-6 Fri-Sun 11-6 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Saucelito Canyon San Luis Obispo 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111
Sextant Wines/10knot Cellars SLO Mon-Fri 10-4 1653 Old Price Cnyn Rd; 866-833-WINE Sat-Sun 10-5 Stephen Ross San Luis Obispo 178 Suburban Rd; 805-594-1318 Thur-Sun 11-5 X
Au Bon Climat Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10 BAILEYANA ESTATE San Luis ObispoDaily 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 BARNWOOD Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE BISHOPS PEAK Arroyo Grande 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Center of Effort Wine Arroyo Grande 2199 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805 782-9463 Cerro Caliente San Luis Obispo 831 A Via Esteban; 805-544-2842 Daily 11-5 Daily 10-4:30 By Appt Fr-Su 11-5
TALLEY VNYDS Arroyo Grande 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Daily 10:30-4:30 TANGENT WINERY San Luis Obispo 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 Daily 10-5 Taste of the Valleys San Luis Obispo Su-Th 12-9 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Fr-Sa 12-10 TOLOSA WINERY San Luis Obispo Daily 4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 11-5 Wolff Vineyards San Luis Obispo 6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448 Daily 11-5
CHAMISAL VNYDS San Luis Obispo 7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463 Daily 10-5 Claiborne & Churchill San Luis Obispo 2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 Daily 11-5
William James Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10 WOOD WINERY Avila Beach Open daily at 11 480 Front St; 805-595-9663 Fri till 8, Sat till 7
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Alexander & Wayne Los Olivos 2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 Daily 11-6 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X ALTA MARIA VINEYARDS Los Olivos Daily 2933 Grand Ave; 805-686-1144 11-5 ANDREW MURRAY Los Olivos Tasting Room 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-5 Arthur Earl Los Olivos 2922 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771 Artiste Los Olivos 2948E Grand Avenue; 805 686-2626 Beckmen Vineyards Los Olivos 2670 Ontiveros; 805-688-8664 Bernat Tasted at Los Olivos Cafe 2879 Grand Ave; 805794-5217 Bin 2860 Los Olivos 2860 Grand Ave; 805 693-8537 Blair Fox Cellars Los Olivos 2902 San Marcos Ave, B; 805 691-1678 Brander Vineyard Los Olivos 2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5:30 Daily 11-5 Daily Sun-Thu 11-7 Fri-Sat 11-8 Fri-Sun 12-5 Or By Appt Sum 10-5 Win 11-4
LOS OLIVOS Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-5 Pacic Ridge Vineyards Los Olivos 2890 Grand Avenue; 805-688-1737 Presquile Wine Los Olivos 2369 Alamo Pintado Ave, 805-688-2022 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5
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QUP WINE at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2963 Grand Ave, Ste B; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5 Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez 4000 W. Oak Trail Rd; 805 688-7245 Saarloos & Sons Los Olivos 2971 Grand Ave; 805 688-1200 By Appt Daily 11-6
Hitching Post Wines at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton 406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X Huber Cellars Lompoc 4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 JALAMA WINES Lompoc 308 North 9th St, C; 805-735-8937 JOSEPH BLAIR Lompoc 1509 E Chestnut Ave; 805-735-8937 Ken Brown Wines Buellton 70 Industrial Way; 805-448-3791 Lafond Vineyard Buellton 6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 La Vie Vnyds Lompoc 308 North 9th Street, D ; 805 291-2111 Longoria Wines Lompoc 1700 Industrial Way, A; 805 759-4637 LORING WINE CO Lompoc 1591 E. Chestnut Ave; 805 742-0478 Melville Vineyard Lompoc 5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 Mosby Winery Buellton 9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 Fri-Sun 11-5 & By Appt Fri-Sun 12-5 & By Appt Fri-Sun 12-5 & By Appt By Appt Daily 10-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-4:30 Fri-Sun 11-5 Daily 11-4 Mon-Fri 10-4 Sa-Su 10-5 Fri-Sun 12-5 Sat & Sun 11-4 Mon-Thu by appt Thur-Sat 11-5 Sun-Mon 11-4 By Appt Fri-Mon 12-4 Fri-Sun 11-4 & by appt Sun-Thu 11-4 Fri-Sat 11-5 Fri 1-5 Sat-Sun 11-5 By Appt X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Scott Cellars Los Olivos Wed-Mon 2933 San Marcos Ave, #101; 805 686-5450 11-5 STOLPMAN VNYDS Los Olivos 2434 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-688-0400 Tensley/Lea Wines Los Olivos 2900 Grand Ave, Suite B ; 805-688-6761 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5
Tercero Wines Los Olivos Thu-Mon 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave, Ste 104; 805-245-9584 12-5 TESSA MARIE at E&T Wines Thur-Mon 2901C Grand Ave, Los Olivos; 866-688-6081 11:30- 5 TORETTI FAMILY Los Olivos Thur-Mon 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-688-8002 12-5:30 Tre Anelli Los Olivos 2923 Grand Ave; 805-686-3000 Daily 11-5
Brophy Clark Cellars at Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-929-4830 Daily 11-6 BYRON VNYD Los Olivos Tasting Room 2367 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805 938-7365 Daily 11-5 Carhartt Vineyard Los Olivos 2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 CARINA CELLARS Los Olivos 2900 Grand Ave, A; 805-688-2459 CIMARONE Los Olivos 2982 Grand Ave; 805-688-8011 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-5
Verdad & Ethan at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2963 B Grand Ave; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5 WILLIAM JAMES CELLARS 2356 Alamo Pintado Ave, 805-478-9412 Alma Rosa Buellton 7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090 Ampelos Cellars Lompoc 312 N 9th Street, 805-736-9957 Daily 11:30- 5 Daily 11-4:30 Thur-Sun 11-5
CINQUE STELLA Los Olivos Thu-Mon 11-5 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave, Ste 102; 805-686-4101 COGHLAN VNYD Los Olivos 2366 Alamo Pintado; 805-686-2395 Consilience Los Olivos 2923 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 COQUELICOT Los Olivos 2884 Grand Ave; 805-688-1500 Daniel Gehrs Winery Los Olivos 2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 DRAGONETTE Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-693-0077 Epiphany Cellars Los Olivos 2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 E&T WINES Los Olivos 2901C Grand Ave; 866-688-6081 Evans Ranch Los Olivos 2901 Grand Ave; 805 688-0558 FIRESTONE VNYD Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Sat 10-5 Daily 10-6 Win till 5 Thu-Mon 11-5 Daily 11- 5:30 Thur-Mon 11:30- 5 Daily 10-5 Daily 10-5
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New Vineland/Pierdrassi Lompoc 1501 E Chestnut Ave; 805 736-6784 Pali Wine Co. Lompoc 1036 W Aviation Dr; 805 736-7200 PALMINA Lompoc 1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 Point Concepcin Wines Lompoc 1601 W. Central Ave; 805-588-1545 Prodigal Wines Buellton 92 Second St, A; 805-688-0476 Samsara Lompoc 1500 East Chestnut Ct; 805-331-2292 Sanford Winery Lompoc 5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 STOLPMAN VYNDS Lompoc 1700-B Industrial Way; 805-736-5000 Sweeny Canyon Buellton 805-688-2415
Arcadian Winery Lompoc Mon-Thur 11-4:30 1515 E Chestnut Ave, Ste B; 805-737-3900 Fri-Sun 11-6 AVANT Buellton 35 Industrial Way; 805 686-9400 Babcock Winery Lompoc 5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455 Brewer-Clifton Lompoc 329 N. F St; 805-735-9184 Thur-Sun 11-8 X Sum 10:30-5 Win 10:30-4 Fri-Sun 11-4
Casa Cassara Buellton Mon, Wed,Thu 12-6:30 291 Valley Station Dr; 805-688-8691 Fri-Sun 11-6:30 Clos Pepe at Taste of Sta Rita Hills Thu-Sun 1505 E. Chestnut Ave, Lompoc; 805 735-8774 11-5 Cold Heaven Cellars Buellton 92 Second Street, A; 805 686-1343 DAlfonso Curran Lompoc 4457 Santa Rosa Rd, 805 739-WINE DVine Lompoc 107 Ocean Ave; 805 735-8771 Fri-Mon 12-5 By Appt
FONTES & PHILLIPS Los Olivos Thu-Mon 11-5 2362 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805 688-2200 or by appt. Kaena Wine Los Olivos Fri-Sun 12-5 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 107; 805 451-6037 or by appt. Lane Tanner Wines at Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6 Longoria Wines Los Olivos 2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 Daily 11-4:30
TASTE OF STA RITA HILLS Lompoc Thu-Sun 1505 E Chestnut Ave; 805 735-8774 11-5 Thorne Wines Buellton, poured at Avant Thur-Sun 35 Industrial Way; 805 686-0911 11-8 X
Tue-Thu 3-9, Fri-Sat 3-11 Closed Sun-Mon X X X X X X
Dierberg Estate/Star Lane Lompoc 1280 Drum Canyon Rd; 866-652-8430 Daily 11-5 Evening Land Vnyds Lompoc 1503 Chestnut Ave; 805 736-9596 Fri-Sun 11-5
Transcendeance Lompoc 313 North F Street; 805-689-5258
Fri-Sun 11-4
ZOTOVICH Lompoc Thur-Sun 1500 E Chestnut Ct, Ste D; 805 736-1600 10-5
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Au Bon Climat at Taste of the Valleys 1672 Mission Drive; 805 937-9801 Su-Th 12-9 Fr-Sa 12-10 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Gainey Vineyard Santa Ynez 3950 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0558 Happy Canyon Vnyds Santa Ynez 805-686-0850 Harrison Clarke Santa Ynez 805-892-9711 Imagine Wine Santa Ynez 3563 Numancia #103; 805-688-1769 Kalyra Winery Santa Ynez 343 North Refugio Rd; 805-693-8864 Refugio Ranch Santa Ynez 3790 Via Rancheros; 805-686-0840 Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez 4000 W. Oak Trail Rd; 805 688-7245 Roblar Winery Santa Ynez 3010 Roblar Ave; 805-686-2603 Sunstone Santa Ynez 125 Refugio Rd; 800-313-9463 Vogelzang Vineyard Happy Canyon 805 568-0900 Au Bon Climat Santa Barbara 813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 Carr Vineyards Santa Barbara 414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985
Daily 10-5 By Appt By Appt Daily 11-5 Mo-Fr 11-5 Sa-Su 10-5 By Appt By Appt Sat-Sun 11-5 Mon-Fri 11-4 Daily 10-4 By Appt Daily Noon-6 Daily 11-6 Thu-Sat 11-8
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Silver Wines Santa Barbara 724 Reddick St; 805-963-3052 Summerland Summerland 2330 Lillie Ave; 805-565-WINE Whitcraft Winery Santa Barbara 36A S. Calle Cesar Chavez; 805-730-1680
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Baehner-Fournier Vineyard tasted at Wandering Dog 1539 Mission Dr, Solvang; 805-688-7118 Daily 11-7 Blackjack Ranch Solvang 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412 Buttonwood Farm Solvang 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd; 800-715-1404 CARIVINTAS WINERY Solvang 476 First St; 805 693-4331 Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 11-5 Sun-Wed 12-7 Thu-Sat 12-10
VENTURA COUNTY
Bella Victorian Vineyard Camarillo We-Th 11:30-7 2135 E. Ventura Blvd; 805-383-8800 Fr-Sat11:30-8, Su 11:30-4 Camarillo Custom Crush Camarillo 300 S. Lewis Rd, Ste C; 805-484-0597 Cantara Cellars Camarillo 126 N. Wood Rd, Ste 104; 805-484-9600 Casa Barranca Ojai 208 E. Ojai Ave; 805-640-1255 Four Brix Ventura 2290 Eastman Ave #109; 805-256-6006 Giessinger Winery Fillmore 365 Santa Clara St; 805-524-5000 Herzog Wine Cellars Oxnard 3201 Camino Del Sol; 805-938-1560 Sat-Sun 11-5 Wed-Sun 11-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Dascomb Cellars Solvang Mon, Thu, Fri 2-7 1659 Copenhagen Dr, C; 805 691-9175 Sat-Sun 12-7 Gioia - Solvang 805 689-7219 Harrison Clarke Wine - Solvang 2825 Tapadero Rd; 805 686-0850 LINCOURT VINEYARDS Solvang 1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554 LIONS PEAK VNYDS Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 Lucas & Lewellen Solvang 1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 Mission Meadow Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr, 805 693-1344 Presidio Vineyard Solvang 1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 Rideau Vineyard Solvang 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 Royal Oaks Solvang 1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740 Rusack Vineyard Solvang 1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 Sevtap Winery Solvang 1576 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-9200 Shoestring Winery Solvang 800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 By Appt By Appt Daily 10-5 Mon-Thu 11-7 Fri-Sun 11-9 Daily 11-6 Mon-Thur 11-5:30 extended hrs wknds Daily 11-6 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-8 Fri-Sat til 9 Fr-Su 10-4
Wed, Thu, Sun 12-6 Fri, Sat 12-8 Sat/Sun 12-5 Fri 4-8 Mon-Thur 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-6:30 Sun-Thu 10:30-9 Fri 10:30-5 Sat-Sun 11-6 Daily 10-9 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-6 And By Appt
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Magnavino Cellars Downtown Oxnard 961 N. Rice Ave; 805 938-2500 Ojai Beverage Co. & Tasting Rm Ojai 655 E. Ojai Ave; 805 646-1700 Old Creek Ranch Winery Ojai Valley 10024 Old Creek Rd; 805-649-4132 Rancho Ventavo Cellars Oxnard 741 South A Street, 805 483-8084
CONWAY FAMILY at Deep Sea Daily 11-7 217 G Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara; 805 618-1185 CORKS N CROWNS Santa Barbara 32 Anacapa St; 805-845-8600 Daily 11-6
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DEEP SEA TASTING RM Santa Barbara Daily 217 G Stearns Wharf; 805 618-1185 11-7 Giessinger Santa Barbara 212 State St; 805-568-0820 Grassini Family Santa Barbara 813 Anacapa St, #6; 805-897-3366 Mo-Th 12-7 Fr 12-7:30 Sa-Sun 11-8 Open 12-6pm Closed Tues-Wed X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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SORT THIS OUT CELLARS Solvang Sun-Thu 10-7 1636 Copenhagen Dr; 805-688-1717 Fri-Sat 10-10 Tastes of the Valleys Solvang 1672 Mission Drive; 805 688-7111 Toccata (Mandolina) Wines Solvang 1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506 Su-Th 12-8 Fr-Sa 12-10 Daily 11-5:30
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Valley Vino Wine Bar & Merchant Solvang Sun-Thu 12-8 1557 Mission Dr; 805-691-9548 Fri-Sat 12-10X VIKING GARDEN CELLARS Solvang 448 Alisal Road, Suite E; 805 688-2670 Open until 9pm X X X
Jaffurs Wine Cellars Santa Barbara Win Fri-Mon 11-5 819 East Montectio St; 805-962-7003 Sum Daily 11-5 Kalyra by the Sea Santa Barbara 212 State St; 805-695-8606 Kunin Wines Santa Barbara 28 Anacapa St, Suite A; 805 963-9633 Margerum Santa Barbara 813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 Municipal Wine Co Santa Barbara 28 Anacapa Street; 805 931-6864 Oreana Winery Santa Barbara 205 Anacapa St; 805-962-5857 Santa Barbara Winery Santa Barbara 202 Anacapa St; 805-963-3633 Sanguis Wines Santa Barbara 8 Ashley Ave; 805 845-0920 Mo-Th 12-7 Fr-Su 12-8 Daily 11-6 Daily Noon-6 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5 Daily 10 - 5 Fri-Mon By Appt
DEEP SEA CONWAY FAMILY FONTES & PHILLIPS LIONS PEAK
WANDERING DOG WINE BAR Solvang 1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 Daily 11-8ish William James at Taste of the Valleys 1672 Mission Drive; 805 688-7111 Su-Th 12-8 Fr-Sa 12-10
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Bridlewood Estate Santa Ynez 3555 Roblar Ave; 805-688-9000 Carr Tasting Room Santa Ynez 3563 Numancia St, #101; 805-688-5757 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-6 X X X X X X X
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Central California Wines Santa Ynez Wed-Sun 12-5 3553 Sagunto St, Ste A; 805 691-4094 Fri-Sat 12-6
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