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WINERY

Halter Ranch Vineyard

JUNE 2010 • ISSUE 30 – VOLUME 3
A Publication of Wine Country This Week
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Robert Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10

Wine Country Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Pismo Beach Winery
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SANTA MARIA VALLEY WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33
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SOLVANG, LOS OLIVOS, SANTA YNEZ WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

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DIRECTOR San Luis Obispo, CA
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HALTER RANCH VINEYARD
Presenting its Newest Rhône-Style Blend
by Melissa Chavez
At Halter Ranch Vineyard, its Adelaida
District location provides growing character-
istics for some of the region’s most flavorful
grapes. In view of undisturbed oaks, the
tasting room gardens also offers visitors restful
surrounds to enjoy some of the best Rhône
and Bordeaux vintages Paso Robles has to
offer.
A decade ago, Hansjörg Wyss saw an
opportunity to purchase breathtaking ranch
property just minutes west of Downtown
Paso Robles. At the front of the parcel is a
1880 Victorian-era farmhouse. It is here
where the lovingly restored cornerstone of the
Adelaida District holds court. Beyond the
home, historic barn and outbuilding, are
nearly 240 planted acres that make up the
Halter Ranch estate vineyards.
Wyss, a Swiss-born business entrepreneur
and philanthropist, is also a devoted land
preservationist who made possible the
conservation of 4.4 million acres of unspoiled
western United States forestland. Not surpris-
ingly, he likewise saw to it that his 960-acre
ranch would be stewarded in earnest by
utilizing a variety of some of the most sustain-
able methods available.
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AUTUMN EVENTS AT HALTER RANCH strated through their environmental conser-
LATE SUMMER DINNER IN THE OLIVE ORCHARD vation and California history represented in
Saturday, September 4, 2010, at 6 p.m. the property. Halter Ranch utilizes sustainable
Enjoy the bountiful offerings of summer gardens with a casual meal under the
canopy of 70-year-old olive trees. Chef Meghan Loring will design seasonal practices in the vineyard and is SIP-Certified.
plates to pair with Halter Ranch wines. Cost: $65. Their diverse, 100% family-owned estate
A DAY WITH COOKBOOK AUTHOR DIANE WORTHINGTON vineyard offers 20 varieties, “which give us
Saturday, September 11, 2010, at 9 a.m.
Learn tips on how to develop your own recipes and become a creative cook! The optimum choices for creative blends.”
day starts at the farm and ends up in the vineyard’s Victorian Farmhouse kitchen.
This is an all-day event that includes market visits, lunch, dinner, a cooking class
One such blend is dubbed “Ancestor.” The
and more. Cost: $195. Estate Reserve blend of Cabernet Sauvignon,
2006 ANCESTOR RELEASE DINNER Petit Verdot, Merlot and Malbec grapes pays
Saturday, October 9, 2010, at 6 p.m.
Set in the Historic Halter Ranch Barn, this annual harvest dinner celebrates homage to a 55-foot-tall leafy patriarch that
the release of the 2006 Ancestor. Chef Claud Beltran has designed a menu to overlooks the ranch on a nearby hill. The
pair perfectly with this award-winning vintage for a truly magical evening at
Halter Ranch Vineyard. Cost: $105. American Forestry Association estimates the
To make reservations for these fall events, several-hundred-year-old Coastal Live Oak
call 805.226.9455 or visit www.halterranch.com. tree to be the largest in existence. Wide and
welcoming, its branches stretch 120 feet wide
While Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah with a seemingly endless umbrella of shade.
grapes dominate, the array extends to lesser- Each year, the historic Halter Ranch barn is
known varieties grown in calcareous shale the setting for an annual Ancestor release
and clay loam, such as Tannat and Picpoul dinner in its honor.
grapes. Winegrower Mitch Wyss (unrelated to New wines, new facility
Hansjörg Wyss) not only farms and oversees, Halter Ranch winemaker, Bill Sheffer, is
he is a willing docent with a natural propen- well respected in the Paso Robles Appellation.
sity for educating others as to the importance His 25 years of experience includes assistant
of preservation, respect for the land and the winemaker positions at Adelaida Cellars and
bounty it offers. J. Lohr Winery, prior to working as head
“We have a long-term commitment to the winemaker at Eberle Winery. (Gary Eberle
production of high-quality estate fruit and counts Sheffer as among the most
vines,” says Mitch. Such obligation is demon- “outstanding” winemakers in the entire
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region.) Sheffer’s varied experi-
ence at leading wineries in Chile,
New Zealand and Spain also
provides Halter Ranch a distinct
advantage in the cellar.
One example of Sheffer’s
creativity is a twist on a crowd
favorite, Halter Ranch GSM
(Grenache, Mourvedre and 4
Syrah), in which modest
amounts of Counoise and
Cinsault were added to create the
2007 Côtes de Paso. It earned
gold at the San Diego Interna-
tional Wine Competition along
with a 2007 Syrah, both of which
are new releases. The Côtes de
Paso is a classic Southern Rhone-
style blend that delivers a “desir-
able mid-palate weight to the
blend and a peppery note to the
aroma,” says Sheffer, Halter
Ranch Vineyard also offers a
GSM Rosé and they released a
Côtes de Paso Blanc this past fall.
In 2011, Halter Ranch will
unveil a new, multilevel winery
building adjacent their existing
winery. The ranch entrance will
connect to the vineyard and
winery via a new Tablas Creek
bridge crossing. Forward-
thinking principles will be incor-
porated, such as gravity flow, to
lessen manipulation of the grapes
from de-stemmer to barrel.
This modern facility is
designed to best utilize green
building techniques. The new
winery will be a versatile venue
for lots to do at Halter Ranch,
including trade tastings and
events for the public, including
tours, seminars, winery dinners,
festivals and annual events.
Halter Ranch Vineyard is
located at 8910 Adelaida Road,
Paso Robles. Call (805) 226-
9455. The tasting room is open
daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with
vineyard tours by appointment.
Visit www.halterranch.com.

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SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
ONGOING
North County Farmers’ Market
Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables, 805-748-1109
• Atascadero:Wed, 3-6 pm • Paso Robles:Tue, 3-6 pm
• Baywood/Los Osos: Mon, 2-4:30 pm • Templeton: Sat, 9am-12:30pm
ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
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).
Bike rentals available. $79-$119, Call for reservations. 888-873-5610
ONGOING
San Luis Obispo Band Summer Performances
Welcomes area High School and Junior High School musicians to play with the
Band during the summer months. www.slocountyband.org, 805-543-5691
JULY 8-11
2010 Central Coast Wine Classic
A magnificent four-day event of the wineries of the Central Coast, including
barrel tasting, gourmet dinners (even one at Hearst Castle!), winery dinners,
symposiums & cooking demonstrations, silent and live auctions and reserve
tastings. Truly one of the highlight events of the Central Coast. Events priced
individually or as a package, 805-544-1285, www.centralcoastwineclassic.org
ARROYO GRANDE
ONGOING
Hopping Good Time at the SLO Down Pub
Open mic Mondays and everything else from blues to bluegrass. See the whole
calendar of events at www.slodownpub.com/event_calendar.shtml
ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande
Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077, www.arroyograndevillage.org
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Arroyo Grande Farmers’ Market
Farm fresh produce & flowers, art show and live entertainment in the Arroyo
Grande City Hall Parking Lot at 215 East Branch Street. 12-2:30pm
805-473-2250, www.arroyograndevillage.org
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Ice Cream Creating ~ A Family Affair!
The Doc Burnstein's Ice Cream Lab Show is a live performance that involves the
whole audience! Live performances every Wednesday. 7pm, Invent a brand
new flavor and watch it being made! 805-474-4068, www.docburnsteins.com
JUNE 4
Winemakers Choice at Phantom Rivers
Popular evening with the winemaker. Join John & Linda for a fun evening of
tasting John's favorites. $5/tasting fee, complimentary for wine club members.
Appetizers. 805-481-WINE , www.phantomrivers.com
JUNE 26
Phantom Rivers
at the Atascadero Wine Festival
Join Gary & Diana for the Atascadero Wine Festival. They will be pouring their
wines at this popular wine festival from 4-8pm. Stop by and say hi.
805-481-WINE, www.phantomrivers.com
ATASCADERO
JUNE 26
Atascadero Lakeside Wine Festival
The evening experience will encompass a wine and culinary adventure to excite
your palette. Food vendors will showcase their finest cuisine and suggest wine
pairings based on the varietals available at the event. And with 80 wineries
participating, it promises to be a great evening. Visitors will enjoy an array of
juried fine art created by local artists as well as the inviting lakeside environ-
ment. Sway again to the music of the Mighty Croon Dogs. All very exciting!
4-8pm to take advantage of Atascadero’s warm summer evenings. $40/in
advance, $45/at the door, 805 466-2044, www.atascaderowinefestival.com
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ONGOING SATURDAYS JUNE 15 - AUGUST 25
9th Annual Saturday in the Park
Summer BBQ & Concert Series in Atascadero
On Saturday evenings, the City of Atascadero Community Services Dept. hosts a
Summer Concert Series. Enjoy music of various styles. Pacific Harvest Catering
provides a delicious meal at each concert and the Central Coast Zoo Society
sells wine and beer. Atascadero Kayak & Sail is open throughout the summer
offering pedal boats, bicycles and fishing equipment available for rent.
5-7pm, 805-461-5000, www.atascaderochamber.org
AVILA BEACH
ONGOING SUNDAYS
Art on the Beach through Thanksgiving
Artists paint & present their work, 10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier
ONGOING FRIDAYS UNTIL SEPTEMBER 18
Avila Beach Fish & Farmer’s Market
Great food, fresh local produce and fresh seafood. Over 40 vendors, live
entertainment, contests and prizes. Fun for the whole family. 805-602-8266
www.visitavilabeach.com/thingstodo.html
ONGOING FRIDAY EVENING
Winemaker Showcase
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, wine education, live jazz and
a complementary wine tasting centered around a local leading winery
at The Gardens of Avila Restaurant. 5:30-8pm, free, 805-595-7395
ONGOING
The New Patio is Open at Wood Winery!
Perfect for enjoying a glass of wine. The best view in Avila Beach! Every
Friday open till 8pm to enjoy the Avila Beach Fish & Farmers Market
11am-6pm daily, 7 pm Saturday, www.wildwoodwine.com, 805-545-9663
JULY 2
Alapay Avila Baywatch Sunset Cruise
Port San Luis, cruise Avila Bay with Scott & Rebecca during sunset listening to
live music by guitarist Steve Myers, enjoying catered appetizers by Julie Scott of
Central Coast Green Cuisine & drinking delicious Alapay wines.
Exciting whale watching last year. Friends & family welcome, 6:30-8:30pm
$70, RSVP, 805-595-2632, info@alapaycellars.com www.alapaycellars.com
CAYUCOS, CAMBRIA & MORRO BAY
ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk
Spend an enjoyable evening touring the many art galleries along the water-
front on the Embarcadero in beautiful Morro Bay. Sample great food and wine
and converse with the artists. Open late till 8pm, 805-772-9955, morrobay.org
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay
Fresh seasonal produce, crafts & musicians, 3-6pm, 800-231-0592
ONGOING
Winemaker Dinners at Hoppe’s
Join Chef Bill Hoppe as he celebrates his passion for food and wine with Wine-
maker Dinners featuring California's best wine producers and Chef Hoppe's
personalized cooking classes featuring beautiful combinations of local and
exotic foods. 805-995-1006, www.hoppesbistro.com
JUNE 5
3rd Annual Morro Bay Music Festival
The Music Festival features an eclectic mix of musical styles, seafood BBQ, great
microbrews, a variety of vendors and the Central Coast's largest outdoor dance
floor. 11am-7pm, free, 800-366-6043, www.mbmusicfest.com
JULY 3-5, SEPTEMBER 4-6
Art in the Park
City Park, Vendors from all over the state to display their variety of arts and
crafts. Morro Bay Art Association. 805-772-2504, www.morrobay.org
JULY 4
Morro Bay 4th of July
Enjoy a day of family activities at Tidelands Park, Live music, food, vendors, kids
games and more. Don’t miss it! Festivities begin at 12:00 pm. Morro Bay
Chamber of Commerce, 805-772-4467, www.morrobay.org
JULY 10
Rock to Pier Run
Runners run the six mile stretch from the rock in Morro Bay to the pier in
Cayucos. Morro Bay Parks and Recreation, 805-772-6278, www.morrobay.org
PASO ROBLES
ONGOING
Making Sense of Scents
at Wild Horse Winery
Learn how to properly taste & smell some of your favorite Wild Horse wines &
find naturally occurring aromas. $20 per person, Saturdays by appointment at
12, 2 & 3:30pm. Limit 8 people. Call for reservations or for groups more than 8.
Templeton, 805-434-2541 ext. 15, email leslie.churchill@wildhorsewinery.com
ONGOING
Pinot Noir Blending Seminar
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. Saturday or Sunday by appointment, 11am or 2pm, Limit 10, Templeton
RSVP, 805-434-2541 ext. 15, email leslie.churchill@wildhorsewinery.com
ONGOING TUESDAYS
Indulge Level 4 Winery Feature
Downtown Paso Robles, A different winery each week. All wines will be
available by the glass with a carefully paired sampler. 6-9pm, 805-237-2111
ONGOING FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH
Wine & the Arts
Join the Downtown Wineries the first Saturday of every month as they celebrate
local artists, musicians & wine. Check out our website for information on the
artists being featured! 4-7pm, 805-227-6813, www.anglimwinery.com
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Discovery Wine Class at Eberle Winery
Seminar includes basic wine tasting, evolution of wine from grape to bottle,
history of Eberle Winery and the Paso Robles wine region, wine tasting and
tour. In private tasting room in the wine cave. $15,10-11:30am, 805-238-9607
ONGOING THROUGH JUNE
Etty Klinger & Julie Dunn Art Exhibit
at Castoro Cellars
Watercolors, tempera batik and more! Visit Castoro during the month of June
for a truly beautiful selection. www.castorocellars.com, 888-DAM-FINE
ONGOING THROUGH JUNE
Lynn Duron at Ortman Family Vineyards
Features silk painting by combining dyes, resists and paints on silk, then
stretching the silk on canvas. Lynn continues to explore ideas in collage and
mixed media and enjoys creating art pieces that have a positive and trans-
forming effect on others. www.OrtmanVineyards.com, 805-237-9009
ONGOING EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
Open Mic Songwriters & Comedian Night
BBQ, beer, wine & soda available for purchase. Bring your own chair, all ages
welcome. 6-9pm, free, Stacked Stone Cellars, Paso Robles, 805-238-7872
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar
Local winemaker featured each week, 5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Gourmet Pairings at Meridian Vineyards
Try gourmet food paired with fine wine, 12-5pm, $5, 805-226-7133
ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAYS
Free Cooking Show at Idler’s Hospitality Catering
Food samples, wine & entertainment featuring wineries and special guests
5:30pm, 805-238-7979, www.hospitalitycatering.net
ONGOING FIRST THURSDAY
Date Night Concert Series at La Bellasera
Enjoy live music in an intimate setting in La Bellasera's beautiful conference
room. 7pm, $15, 805-238-2834, www.labellasera.com
ONGOING
Estrella Warbird Museum
Collection of military aircrafts, Fri & Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12-4pm
805-238-9317, www.ewarbirds.org
ONGOING
15 Degrees C Wine Shop & Bar
Templeton, 805-434-1554
• Wednesday: Happy Hour, $3 glasses of wine & beer, 5-7pm
• Thursday: Food & Wine Pairing, $25, 5-7pm
• Friday: Oyster Bar, Champagne, Bubbles galore!!! Orders must be in by 7pm

ONGOING
Tastings at Meridian Winery
805-226-7133, www.meridianvineyards.com, open daily 10am-5pm
• Limited Release Tasting-$5: A selection of five tasting room exclusive wines.
Tasting fee refunded with wine purchase.
• Cheese & Wine Pairing-$10: A selection of five tasting room exclusive wines
paired with five gourmet cheeses from Vivant Fine Cheese of Paso Robles.
Includes logo cheese board.
• Chocolate & Wine Pairing-$10: A selection of four tasting room exclusive reds
paired with four artisan dark chocolates by Scharffen Berger of Berkeley.
Includes logo cheese board.
ONGOING
2nd Sunday Wine Down at Hearthstone
Enjoy music and delicious food with their fine wine.
www.hearthstonevineyard.com, 805-238-2544
ONGOING
Go Ballooning
Enjoy incredible views of the wine country of Paso Robles, Atascadero, San
Miguel and Templeton. You float along at 2-3 miles per hour from an altitude
of a few feet up to several thousand feet above the ground. 1-4 passengers per
trip. Weather permitting. Call for reservations. 805-458-1530
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Live Music in the Tasting Room
Enjoy great music, fantastic wines & great company at Eos. 12-3pm
www.eosvintage.com, 805-239-2562
JUNE 5
Sausage-making Workshop with Winemaker
Bill Sheffer at Halter Ranch
Winemaker Bill Sheffer has become master sausage maker. Come for a cooking
class and stay to share wine and a delicious lunch at the Victorian Farmhouse.
10:30am-1:30pm $45, Club discounts, www.halterranch.com, 888-367-9977
JUNE 5
Ortman Family Vineyards presents First Saturday—
Wine & The Arts
Featuring art by Lynn Duron and live music by Wine Country Troubadour John
Zamora. Light appetizers and wine by the glass available. 5-7pm
www.OrtmanVineyards.com, 805-237-9009
JUNE 5
5th Annual Baby and Children’s Fair
Paso Robles Downtown City Park, many booths from health care, prenatal and
infant care, children’s resources, face painting by Freckles the Clown and more.
Vendors offering locally, hand-made products and other great deals for your
baby, children and family. 10am-3pm, free
Sponsored by Kahuna Kids and COAST 101.3 FM, 805-238-4103
JUNE 6
7th Annual Paso Pinot & Paella Festival
Templeton Community Park, Mingle with the winemakers, discover how the
sense of place is reflected in each bottle & why Paso Robles is legendary for its
friendliness. Breathe in the aromas of saffron and seafood as the paellas
simmer on the pans. Taste why leading food magazines identify this area as a
great place for wonderful cuisine made with locally grown and farm fresh
ingredients. 2-5pm, $65, 805-239-2565 www.pinotandpaella.com
JUNE 6
Artist Reception at Castoro Cellars
Visit their beautiful gallery and meet their June artists, Etty Klinger and Julie
Dunn. Enjoy refreshments & Castoro wine while you browse. On their outdoor
stage, local singer/songwriter Jon Ward will provide the musical backdrop.
1-3pm, www.castorocellars.com, 888-DAM-FINE
JUNE 12
Americana with the Houston Jones Band
at Castoro Cellars
A California based high-octane Americana quintet. The band's blend of musical
spices like bluegrass, rock, folk, blues, gospel and Celtic, seamlessly mixes tight
vocal harmonies and lightning fast picking into a tasty stew of Americana.
$22, 7:30pm, www.castorocellars.com, 888-DAM-FINE
JUNE 12
Annual Model Railroad Day
Paso Robles City Library, This event is sure to delight train fans young and old
and will feature a Model Railroad Yard Sale with great deals on new and used
model train gear. 1-am-4pm, 805-458-8734, www.slomra.org
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JUNE 19
Art & Wine in the Vines at Sylvester
Enjoy an afternoon of art, wine and sunshine while you stroll amongst row
after row of art displays nestled among the lawn of their beautiful, grassy
Wine Park. 12-4pm, 805-227-4000, www.sylvesterwinery.com
JUNE 19
Gouda Party at Sylvester
A rare opportunity to taste the Gouda produced each spring when Dutch cows
have their first taste of the fresh young spring pastures. Produced in limited
quantities and for only a limited time. Compare it to traditional & extra aged
Gouda. Will be expertly paired with wine by Sylvester’s Cheese Expert.
11am-6pm, $10, free/Flock 805- 227-4000, www.sylvesterwinery.com
JUNE 20
The Martin Paris Trio & Tim Pacheco
at Castoro Cellars
The Lazy Locals Concert Series continues with a double bill: Martin Paris and
Tim Pacheco. An afternoon of great live music in the shade at their Tasting
Room. 1-4pm, free, www.castorocellars.com, 888-DAM-FINE
JUNE 20
Father's Day Afternoon Lunch & Bocce Ball
at Eberle Winery
Wood-fire oven pizzas, salads and bread sticks catered by Cahoot's Catering.
With Eberle wines and plenty of bocce ball fun, Dad will enjoy the gorgeous
vineyard views while relaxing on the deck or playing around with the gang.
12-2pm, $35/adults (wine included), $15/6-12, under 5 /free
www.eberlewinery.com/events, RSVP, events@eberlewinery.com
JUNE 20
Celebrate Father’s Day at Jada
Give the gift of a fine bottle of wine to the man of the day! Gourmet cheeses
paired with fine wines. Sample new release 2009 XCV! www.jadavineyard.com
JUNE 26
Halter Ranch Summer Solstice Dinner
Join them for an intimate dinner on their covered bridge over the Las Tablas
Creek! Enjoy Estate wines paired with gourmet foods. Chef Claud Beltran of
Claud & Co. caters a 3-course family style menu. Limited seating, 6-10pm
$65, wine club discounts apply, www.halterranch.com, 888-367-9977
JUNE 26
Trading Day & Kids Flea Market
Paso Robles Downtown City Park, Will bring together collectors, dealers,
crafters and garden-variety pack rats for the “North County’s largest yard sale.”
Also the Kids’ Flea Market will offer third through eighth graders the chance to
be entrepreneurs for the day. 9am-3pm, 805-238-4103
JUNE 26
A Night of Comedy at Eos
Join local comedian Bob Fernandez as he presents a night of great laughs and
fun times! Headlining the show is Lisa Alvarado from "Last Comic Standing"
along with Laura Rosenberg from the Laugh Factory. Eos Estate Winery will
have snacks, treats and wine by the glass and bottle available for purchase!
$18, $15/Wine Club 805-239-2562 ext 22, meghan@eosvintage.com
JULY 4
4th of July Celebration
at Robert Hall Winery
Their annual celebration kicks off with tunes from Unfinished Business and a
traditional BBQ meal from The Rib Line of SLO. Enjoy a perfect view of the
Barney Schwartz Park fireworks show from their Amphitheatre. Tickets include
one non-alcoholic drink ticket and a BBQ meal. Wine and non-alcoholic refresh-
ments are available to purchase. 5-10pm, $32.50/CC Members, $37.50
$15 children (ages 6-12), www.roberthallwinery.com, 805-239-1616 ext. 24
JULY 4
4th of July Celebration
at Firestone Vineyard
Dine on Santa Maria Style Red Oak Barbeque and enjoy live music from Lemon
Street Orange County’s premier cover band. Play horseshoes and taste Firestone
Vineyard wine. Bring blankets and chairs to relax on the lawn and watch the
firework show. No outside alcohol allowed, wine available for purchase.
6-10pm, $49, $39/Wine Club, $15/6-20yrs, under 5/free
RSVP, 805-591- 8050, ksmith@firestonewine.com
JULY 4
Fireworks Show & Live Music at Meredian
Dance the night away to live Cajun-Rock beats of The Blues Box Bayou Band.
Bring along your low-back lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy our fantastic fire-
works show exploding over the vineyards! Picnic dinners by Cahoot's Catering,
ice cream by Doc Burnstein's and Meridian wine will all be available for
purchase.Gates open at 6pm. 805-226-7133, www.meridianvineyards.com
PISMO BEACH/SHELL BEACH
ONGOING SUNDAYS
Shell Beach Farmers Market
Featuring products such as fresh produce, flowers, jams, dried fruits, artisan
vinegars, grown by local farmers. A variety of other products, including family
fun. 9am-1pm, Dinosaur Caves Park, shellbeachfarmersmarket@yahoo.com
JUNE 4
Wine, Waves & Beyond at Pismo Beach Winery
Join them in the "Barrel to Barrel" event at the Cliffs Resort. This food and wine
event benefits the Association of Amputee Surfers, www.AmpSurf.com. They
will be pouring their newly released wines including Barbera, Petite Sirah and
Pinot Noir. 5-8pm, www.pismobeachwinery.com
JUNE 6
Afternoon of Epicurean Delights
This 32rd annual elegant garden party is held on the tranquil and beautiful
grounds of the historic Chapman House by the Sea in Shell Beach. Enjoy live
music while tasting a wide array of delicious foods and beverages. Bid on silent
auction items featuring local art, hand-crafted jewelry, premium and reserve
wines and much more. 11:30am-3:30pm, $100, 805-544-2498
JUNE 6
Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves
Over 130 vendors. Artists include: pottery, jewelry, textiles, furniture, paintings,
sculpture, photography and more! The event also features live music, art
demos, BBQ, coffee & pastries, specialty foods, massage, plants & flowers.
10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, www.artintheparkshellbeach.com
JULY 3
Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves
Over 130 vendors. Artists include: pottery, jewelry, textiles, furniture, paintings,
sculpture, photography and more! The event also features live music, art
demos, BBQ, coffee & pastries, specialty foods, massage, plants & flowers.
10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, www.artintheparkshellbeach.com
SAN LUIS OBISPO
ONGOING
Hearst Castle Tours
Led by an experience guide, tour Hearst Castle and encounter first-hand the majesty
and beauty of this historical treasure. 800-444-4445, www.hearstcastle.org
ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Master the Art of Wine and Cheese
at Tolosa
Four cheeses are served using only artisan and/or farmstead products. Wine is
paired with each cheese, utilizing the principles of balance and harmony. Reser-
vations recommended, 11am-4pm, 805-782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com
ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Reserve Flight Tastings at Tolosa Vineyards
In the Heritage Room. Flights will vary from Pinot Noir flights to Rhone style
wines or even a vertical tasting of library wines. $20, $15/Heritage Club
members, 805-782-0500 x10, jshakley@tolosawinery.com
ONGOING THROUGH JUNE
Carol Talley Art Exhibition
at Talley Vineyards
While adept at a variety of mediums, the primary focus of her body of work is
plein air pastel landscapes representing the sea, bluffs, fields, marshes and
tides of the region she loves. talleyvineyards.com, 805-489-0446
ONGOING
The San Luis Obispo Art Center
Permanent collection & constantly rotating exhibits of works by local artists in
all media – paintings, sculpture, photography & more. 11am-5pm daily except
Tuesdays, 805-543-8562, www.sloartcenter.org
ONGOING WEEKENDS
Music at Mother’s Tavern
Upscale tavern with entertainment, check for schedules
805-541-8733, www.motherstavern.com
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ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY LOS OLIVOS ONGOING

Dallidet Adobe & Gardens C‘est Cheese
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Oldest house in the city of San Luis Obispo. Site of first commercial winery in Stop for lunch, wine, cheese and chocolate. They’re starting to ramp up their
Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks
the area. 1-4pm, 805-543-0638, www.slochs.org/dallidet selection, bringing in new and delicious cheeses, wines and various treats for
Free movie & snacks with discussion, 7pm
all to enjoy. 825 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, 805-965-0318
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH 805-688-1082, www.wildlingmuseum.org
Art Gallery Events “Art After Dark” ONGOING
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS CAMA International Series at The Granada
Various art galleries stay open late & host artist receptions with wine & cheese
Evening with the Winemaker Features celebrated orchestras, conductors and soloists from around the
6-9pm, Downtown San Luis Obispo, 805-544-9251, www.sloartcouncil.org
$15, 805-688-7265, 5-6pm, www.losolivoscafe.com world. www.camasb.org, 805-966-4324
JUNE 4, 11,18 & 25
Summer Nights at Edna Valley Vineyard ONGOING SATURDAYS ONGOING
Live music, wine & appetizers for purchase. No outside food or drink. Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting CAMA Masterseries at the Lobero
5-7 pm, www.ednavalleyvineyard.com Enjoy delicious organic tastings. 11am-5pm daily, $3 Presents concerts by some of today's leading chamber musicians.
805-693-1600, www.globalgardensgifts.com www.camasb.org, 805-966-4324
JUNE 5
SLO Wine & Grill Affair ONGOING JUNE 1 - JULY 31 ONGOING SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Filipponi Ranch at Per Bacco Cellars, features eleven local wineries, eleven “Vantage Points” Photography Exhibit Live Music at Oreana Winery
grilled sensations. Delectable bites of signature grilled dishes paired with their at Carina Cellars Wine tasting and wine by the glass, 3-6pm, www.oreanawinery.com
own, select wines. Local celebrity judges will pick the best food and wine Tory Grace Burnside Clapp, a sixteen-year-old junior at Santa Ynez High School, JUNE 28
paring. Live music by “Late Harvest,”local landscape art by Rosanne Seitz, inherited her parents’battered digital snapshot camera at the age of seven Santa Barbara Wine Festival
native plants and gardening items from Growing Grounds Downtown and and has been taking photos almost non-stop since. Her unique style was Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, Swirl, Sip & Savor~more than 75
gourmet samples from local vendors. 12-4pm, $35, $40 at the door apparent in her earliest pictures. She earned her the Grand Prize in the Central Coast wineries complemented with savory and sweet delectable
Parking free, shuttle, 805-541-5144, ext. 174, www.T-MHA.org. 2009 ACIS travel photo competition in a field of over 12,000 entries. delights. A must-do summertime favorite and the wine festival you cannot
www.carinacellars.com, 805-688-2459 miss. $85, $60/members, $95/at the door if not sold out
JUNE 5
805-682-4711 ext. 443, www.sbnature.org/tickets
Twilight on the Terrace at Hearst Castle SANTA BARBARA
This balmy evening of fine wines and delicious gourmet delicacies features JULY 15-17
ONGOING SUNDAYS California Wine Festival
supporting roles from stunning scenery and jasmine-scented gardens. Browse
Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show For tickets & information, 800-595-4849, www.californiawinefestival.com
the outdoor gallery of original works created by renowned California Plein Air
artists. By invitation each year, a handpicked group of artists lose themselves For 44 years featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry with 200+ artists and • July 15: Old Spanish Nights - Tapas and Wine Tasting, De La Guerra Adobe
for two days in the natural beauty of La Cuesta Encantada, painting diverse craftsman. East Beach Pier, 10am–dusk, 805-897-1982, www.sbaacs.com Courtyard,exciting Spanish music, passionate flamenco dancing and spicy
and magnificent works of art for this premier fine art exhibit. Proceeds from ONGOING FRIDAYS tapas appetizers. Santa Barbara County's finest wines will be spotlighted
the sale of the paintings fund ArtReach, pairing at-risk youth with artist along with hot Spanish imports! 6:30-9pm
Wine Tasting at East Beach Wine
mentors to nurture partnership and creativity. $175 $150/Preferred Members • July 16: Sunset Rare & Reserve Wine Tasting, Chase Palm Park, begins with a
Hosted by a winemaker, winery owner or wine broker. 8 -10 wines to taste.
805-927-2138, www.friendsofhearstcastle.org Champagne reception under the stars at Santa Barbara's charming old-
4-7pm, contact for current host listing, 805-691-1020, www.eastbeachwine.com
world carousel at Chase Palm Park Plaza. Extremely limited reserve level
JUNE 6 ONGOING wines are matched with gourmet appetizers, 6:30-9pm
Marianne Talley Fun Run at Talley Vineyards University of California, Santa Barbara • July 17: Beachside Wine Festival, Chase Palm Park Oceanside, The biggest
Join 500 of your friends and neighbors for the annual fun run. Three events: 5K Arts & Lectures wine festival under the sun! Hundreds of fine California wines to taste,
Run, 1-Mile Walk and 1-Mile Youth Run for ages 0-13. The course for all three Check their website for events. 805-893-3535, www.arts&lectures.ucsb.edu dozens of top chefs serving gourmet samples of their finest fare, artisan
events is on dirt paths and trails through the Rincon Vineyard at Talley Vine- cheeses, olive oils, fresh cut fruits, chocolate desserts, seafood delectables
yards. Proceeds from the Fun Run benefit the Marianne Talley Foundation, ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS and more! Live music & a great raffle, 1-4pm
which funds scholarships for college-bounds students from Arroyo Grande High Downtown Walking Tours
School. www.talleyvineyards.com, RSVP Heather, 805-782-0500 x 15 Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbara’s past. Saturday tour historic areas and SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON
Sunday 20th century architecture. $10, info@afsb.org, 805-965-6307 ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
JUNE 25
Meet the Winemakers at Laetitia ONGOING Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum
Join them for their extended hours tasting event with their winemakers. Ty Warner Sea Center Lots of fun including a train simulator exhibit. 1-4:30pm
For information, 805-474-7657, www.laetitiawine.com Explore creatures of the sea at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History 805-714-4927, www.smvrhm.org/museum

JUNE 26 Stearns Wharf, www.sbnature.org/seacenter ONGOING

Horizon Hike Over Edna Valley ONGOING
Friday Night Wine Down at Costa de Oro
Great way to start your weekend! Enjoy live music, wine tasting and cheese
with Tolosa Lectures & Readings at the
plates. 4:30-7:30pm, 805-922-1468, www.cdowinery.com
Take a half-day, three-mile hike through Edna Ranch’s private agricultural Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
reserve encompassing vistas overlooking Edna Valley’s diverse ecosystems 805-962-8404, Santa Barbara, www.sbmm.org ONGOING
and geological history. Sunday Live at Costa de Oro
ONGOING Enjoy a glass of wine with friends and listen to some of the best music on the
Difficulty Level: Medium with some steep grades. Miles: 3 approximately.
Elevation: 300-1000 feet. Includes lunch following the hike, wine tasting Downtown Santa Barbara Central Coast. New cheese plates and a variety wines by the glass or bottle!
and water. $35, $25/Club Members, www.tolosawinery.com Various venues for art exhibits, cultural events & fine wine tasting, plus festival 2-5pm, 805-922-1468, www.cdowinery.com
and holiday events, 805-962-2098, www.santabarbaradowntown.com
ONGOING SECOND SATURDAY THROUGH OCTOBER
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY ONGOING Vineyard & Winery Walks
Santa Barbara Museum of Art A Santa Maria vineyard manager, or winemaker, will lead a tour of their winery
LOMPOC/BUELLTON Check site for hours and exhibits. 805-963-4364, www.sbma.net or vineyard. A firsthand look at different winemaking techniques that take
place throughout the year. 12pm, free; a great reason to get out to the wine
ONGOING FRIDAYS ONGOING
country and learn something new. info@smvwines, 866-480-5194
Olde Towne Market in Lompoc Planetarium Shows at
Food wine & music in the summer months Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History SANTA YNEZ
805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com 805-682-4711, www.sbnature.org,members/free,public/$4 with admission ONGOING THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS
JUNE 19 Wednesdays: 3pm, Tales of the Maya Skies Dancing at Maverick Saloon
FiddleFest 2010 Fridays: 3pm, Exploring the Spring Sky Dance lessons, live country western or rock & roll. 6:45pm, check web for
Taste wine from 14 wineries in the iconic barn in Fiddlestix Vineyard. Enjoy Saturdays and Sundays schedule of entertainers. 805-686-4785, www.mavericksaloon.org
wine country cuisine from Hitching Post II crew and the return of live and lively • 11am: Twinkle, Twinkle for Little Stars ONGOING
fiddlin' music. A silent auction will benefit the Santa Ynez Valley-based People • Noon: Tales of the Maya Skies Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum
Helping People. 1-5pm, $72.80 (remember the milemarker!) advance/$85 • 1pm: Exploring the Spring Sky & Parks - Janeway Carriage House
Includes a Riedel logo glass, www.fiddleheadcellars.com/events • 2pm: Stars of the Pharaohs Exhibits from Chumash period through early 20th century ranch day, 12-4pm
RSVP, 800-251-1225, rsvp@fiddleheadcellars.com • 3pm: Exploring the Spring Sky (El Universo Maya on Sundays) 805-688-7889, www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org

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ONGOING VENTURA COUNTY

Chumash Casino Concerts
For schedules & information, 800-585-3737, www.chumashcasino.com ONGOING
ONGOING Museum of Ventura County
Cachuma Lake Recreation Area Activities Photographs, publications, documents & exhibits depicting Ventura County's history.
Santa Ynez Park, 805-686-5050 , www.cachuma.com, $8 per vehicle 10am-5pm, 805-653-0323, www.venturamuseum.org
• Fri-Sun: Wildlife Nature Cruises aboard the 45-passenger pontoon boat ONGOING
"Osprey" featuring 2-hour tour with naturalist. Call for schedule & fees. Ventura County Maritime Museum
• Sat: 10:00-11:30am. Naturalists and volunteers lead a 1-mile walk on the An enriching museum experience based on maritime history ranging from ancient
Oak Canyon Trail for all ages. Free with park admission. mariners to the modern marine era. Educational programs through world-class
• Sat: 12:30-1:30pm; Junior Park Rangers Program (ages 3-12) $2 per child. maritime art, unique ship models, dynamic exhibits, artifacts and nautical research.
ONGOING 11am-5pm, 805-984-6260, Oxnard
Art at Artiste Winery ONGOING SATURDAYS
Each quarter, Artiste releases two new wines with impressionist painted labels from Tour Ojai Olive Oil at Asquith Farm
the brushes of their featured artist. 805-686-2626 www.artiste.com Begins outside with the history of the grove, an explanation of the olive varieties,
ONGOING their maturing process, the harvesting & a visit to the tree nursery. Share the adven-
Glider Rides at the Airport ture of producing premium-quality olive oils. 10am-3pm Mon-Fri by appointment.
805-688-2517, Santa Ynez, www.gliderides.com 805-701-3825, www.ojaioliveoil.com

JUNE 12 ONGOING FIRST FRIDAYS

Old Santa Ynez Day
Where the Old West comes to life as the frontier town of Santa Ynez celebrates its
birthday. Classic Parade, food, arts & crafts, antiques & collectibles, local products &
entertainment. All along Sagunto Street, downtown Santa Ynez. Fun for the whole
family. 805-688-3448
JUNE 18-20
22nd Annual Live Oak Music Festival!
Santa Ynez Valley, It’s time for campers and music lovers to enjoy 16 main stage
musical performances, 5 music workshops, 2 teen concerts, 2 late night dances, a chil-
dren’s activities area and talent contest, food, beverages, arts and crafts booths,
friends and festivities and jamming. The grand finale of this years Live Oak Music
Festival will be, Grammy winner Rickie Lee Jones!! Visit www.liveoakfest.org for
ticket, full entertainment program & camping prices, 805-781-3030
JUNE 19
Seed, Sow, Supper
Featuring Shu Takikawa, a farmer known for his sustainable farming methods and
award-winning organic produce, the cooking artistry of Chef Tracy Fleming, and the
certified organic wines of Bernat, with owner Sam Marmorstein. Guests will enjoy
wine and appetizers while touring Shu’s field and Sam’s vineyard. Dinner will be
served right in the middle of the farm and vineyard.
4-8pm, seating limited, $125, www.syvjc.org, 805-693-4243
SOLVANG
ONGOING
Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm
Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful views.
They do not offer petting pens or rides in the cart but you are able
to get up close and personal with the miniature horse.
10am-3pm, 805-686-4002, www.syv.com/qsminis/
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Solvang Farmers Market
Fresh produce, flowers & foods
First Street, between Mission Drive and Copenhagen, 4-7pm
805-962-5354, www.sbfarmersmarket.org
ONGOING
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art
Showcases Solvang’s rich cultural history. Former residence of one of Solvang's most
artistic families, now a community museum devoted to the history of Solvang, the
colorful heritage and pioneer spirit of Denmark and the arts.
1-4pm, Wed-Thu, 12-4pm, Fri-Sun, 805-686-1211, www.elverhoj.org
ONGOING
Hans Christian Andersen Museum
Honoring the multi-talented Danish father of the modern fairy tale, is filled with
copies of Andersen’s books, sketches, paper cutouts, silhouettes and collages.
10am-5pm daily, www.solvangusa.com
ONGOING
Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum
Houses a collection of vintage and rare motorcycles as well as
European race bikes. The museum rotates some of the bikes each month
so that the bikes on display are constantly changing and expanding.
Weekends 11am-5pm and by appointment mid-week.
805-686-9522,www.motosolvang.com
Thank Bacchus for First Fridays
at Rancho Ventavo Cellars
Bacchus is Dionysus, or the Greek god of wine and intoxication, known as Bacchus to
Romans. Start your weekend right and unwind with a delicious trio of Rancho Ventavo
Cellars wines paired with small plates. Wine by the bottle and glass available as well.
$10, $7.50/Wine Club Members
RSVP recommended, 805-483-8084, www.rvcellars.com
ONGOING
Friday Lunches at Herzog & Tierra Sur
Start your weekend off right with a delicious lunch from Tierra Sur. Great place for a
corporate or business lunch, celebration or just a Friday treat. Each week offers a
different, seasonal menu. 805-983-1560, www.herzogwinecellars.com
ONGOING MONDAY NIGHTS
Sampler Evenings at Herzog
Ease into the week with a food and wine sampler evening. $5/a tasting flight of three
wines and some small bites from Tierra Sur. RSVP, 805-983-1560
ONGOING
Fillmore & Western Railway Co. Wine Express Train
Fillmore & Western Railway and the Ventura County Wine Trail bring you Wine Express
train rides traveling through the beautiful Heritage Valley. Every other month will
feature four wines from a different Ventura County winery, paired with a buffet dinner,
music and dancing. $63, www.fwry.com, 805-524-2546
ONGOING SATURDAYS THROUGH NOVEMBER 6
Gentle Outdoor Yoga
Harbor Village Main Lawn Experience, Along the water’s edge. $5/mats provided
upon request. 10-10:30am, www.VenturaHarborVillage.com
JUNE 6
Casa Pacifica Angles Wine & Food Festival
Cal State Channel Islands, Camarillo, Over 75 restaurants and caterers, best in fest Culi-
nary Competition, 150 renowned wineries, 25 marvelous micro-breweries, large silent
and live auctions and continuous live entertainment throughout the day!
1-5pm, $75/advance, $90/Festival, VIP/$200
805-445-7831, www.cpwineandfoodfestival.com
JUNE 13
24 Annual Ojai Wine Festival
On Lake Casitas, wine and beer tasting, food, live music and dancing, arts and crafts
vendors, free boat rides, a premiere Wine by the Glass Lounge, a silent wine auction and
more. Over 50 + wineries participate with 150 + wine selections, 15 microbreweries.
Includes a a souvenir wine glass, entry into the festival, 10 tastes of wine or beer, live
music and a great afternoon! Enjoy a glass of wine and plate of hors d’oeuvres for $6 in
their Wine by the Glass Lounge with live musicians as well as interactive magic and mind
reading performed by Kiyan“Man of Magic.”
12-5pm, tasting 12-4pm, $30/advance, $40, $10/children under 16, $5/parking
www.ojaiwinefestival.com, 800 648-4881
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SORT THIS OUT CELLARS
A Hip New Tasting Room in Solvang
by Michael Cervin
Sort This Out Cellars is perhaps the most
unlikely tasting room you could imagine in
Solvang. Owner Michael Cobb produces a wide
portfolio of wines, most notably Suited, which is
a series of pinup wines featuring contemporary
pinup models made to look like old gentleman’s
playing cards from the 1950s. “We have a retro/
vintage/Vegas vibe and speak to those who
follow and pay tribute to that era through their
clothes, music and hopefully the wine they
drink,” Cobb says. “Our tasting room is defi-
nitely different than anything else in Solvang.
We’re the latest one open in town.” Friday and
Saturday nights they offer live music which gives
both locals and tourists something to do when sleepy Solvang rolls up
the streets at dark. “Our vibe is different, our hours are different, our
outlook on wine tasting differs, and we just want people to have fun
with the wine tasting experience,” Cobb notes. The retro tasting room
was inspired by an old photograph of the famed 1960s Rat Pack
outside the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas. It has low-back shiny chrome
bar stools at the tasting counter, and is awash in red and black, and
is the hippest place in town. If it sounds theatrical, maybe that’s
because Cobb was the wine buyer and manager of the exclusive Club
33, located inside Disneyland before making the move to Santa
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Sort This Out just released their first
Grenache called Oh My Gosh Grenache,
boasting a pink label with pink wax dripping
down the top. You’ll also find Chardonnay,
Syrah, Sangiovese, Zinfandel and many other
great wines. Cobb has just released his highly
sought after Cardiff Giant Super Tuscan
inspired blend and his first Viognier he calls
Teaser. And that hipness translates into a bevy
of events they’re involved with including
hosting fashion shows featuring local hair and
make-up companies, the West Coast Kustoms
car show in Santa Maria and Viva Las Vegas, a
rockabilly festival in Las Vegas. And Sort This
Out plays host to their monthly Blackjack
Bonanza parties where people can play blackjack, without losing any
money, and possibly win raffle prizes as well. “We’re very happy and
excited to be in Solvang,” Cobb says. Apparently everyone else is very
happy they are there too, given the demand for his wines.
Sort This Out Cellars tasting room is located at 1636 Copenhagen
Drive in Solvang. They are open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday
through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Tasting fees are $10 and Cobb uses stemless wine glasses, rather fitting
for the hip and cool vibe he presents to a thirsty public. Contact them
at (805) 688-1717 or www.sortthisoutcellars.com.
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Preferred Tasting Room:
by Cathy Neushul
If you’re looking for a comfortable and conve-
nient place to sip a glass of Pinot Noir or Barbera,
you’ll want to stop by the Pismo Beach tasting
room. Located near the freeway, and adjacent to the
Prime Outlets mall, you can get the feeling of
leaving it all behind, without the drive.
Bryan Friedman, one the winemakers and
owners of Pismo Beach Winery, said that urban
wineries are gaining in popularity. “It’s convenient.
You don’t have to drive out to wine country,” he
said. People staying in hotels are only minutes away
from a wine tasting experience, and locals may find
it convenient as well. “The wives go shopping, and
the guys come over and see us,” he said.
Others head to the Pismo Beach Tasting Room
because they’ve heard about the Pinot Noirs. “We’re
pouring six different Pinot Noirs – all unique,”
Friedman said. One of them is a traditional Pinot
Noir from the Edna Valley, but others are very
complex, he said. In particular, Friedman said the
2007 Pinot Noir was intense due to the effects of a
frost. “It was from a very high quality intense fruit,”
he said.
You also might want to try the Barbera, a red
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wine made from a type of Italian wine grape.
Friedman said, “People just love it. It’s a top seller.”
He added, “People like something a little different.”
Friedman said all the wines are made in small
lots with an attention to detail, and no additives.
“We really try to bring the natural flavors forward,”
he said.
When Friedman and his brother, Martin
Friedman, opened their winery in Pismo Beach a
year and half ago they were forging new territory.
While there were tasting rooms in the area, the
brothers opened the first winery. “As it turns out
Pismo Beach is the perfect place for a winery,”
Friedman said. For one thing, there is little need for
refrigeration. “Pismo has a really cool climate.
Everything stays nice and cool,” he said.
While you’re visiting the Pismo Beach Tasting
Room don’t forget to take a look at the art work on
the walls. Rick Crocker, a photographer and artist,
has his beach photos on canvas featured in the
tasting room.
Pismo Beach Winery is located at 271B Five
Cities Drive in Pismo Beach and is open from noon
to 5 p.m. daily. For directions or more information,
call (805) 773-9463 or visit the website at
pismobeachwinery.com.
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Preferred Tasting Room:
FIRESTONE VINEYARD
by Michael Cervin
Firestone Vineyard is steeped in history
and tradition on the Central Coast. In fact,
Firestone was the first estate winery in Santa
Barbara County, started in 1972, and devel-
oped by the Firestone family which was best
known originally for Firestone tires. Foley
Family Wines purchased the winery in 2007
and has made continuous improvements to
the historical brand. “We have a new wine-
maker, Paul Warson, who has been with us
for two years and continues to put his signa-
ture on our light aromatic whites and our
traditional Bordeaux reds,” says Tim Lang-
fitt, Hospitality Manager.
They are one of the few wineries in the
area that give complimentary public tours
daily at 11:15 a.m., 1:15 and 3:15 p.m..
“Whether a neophyte or a connoisseur,
everyone will have a memorable experience
at Firestone Winery, where our staff is
completely customer focused,” says Langfitt.
The tasting room is large and airy, with soft
wood tones and is located on a bucolic and
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quintessential wine country road with views
that extend across a sea of vines.
Inside the tasting room, you can sample
multiple wines with a variety of flavors. “We
have our recently released 2008 Santa
Barbara County Chardonnay with aromas of
apple, pear and citrus with notes of vanilla
cream and butterscotch,” Langfitt says. For
those who aspire to something different for
white wines, their 2008 Gewürztraminer and
2008 Riesling will reward you with bright,
crisp varietally correct wines. “For red wine
lovers we have our recently released 2007
Syrah Clone 174, which has aromas and
palate hints of red cherries and ripe plums,
and our 2007 Cabernet Franc with aromas of
black currants and chocolate, cassis and
mocha flavors,” he notes. Or, try the terrific
2007 Malbec or their new lineup called the
Discovery Series: Chardonnay, Merlot and
Cabernet Sauvignon which are everyday
drinkers priced at a mere $10.
“One of our truly unique selling proposi-
tions that sets us apart from other wineries in
the area is our other two properties,” Langfitt
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says. He is referring to Foley Estates in
Lompoc, and the beautiful setting of Lincourt
Winery in Solvang. At all three wineries,
wine club members get full reciprocity of
their wine club membership benefits,
making their club truly unique. Kris Curran,
formerly of the highly regarded Sea Smoke
Winery, is their winemaker and has produced
numerous award winning Chardonnays and
Pinot Noirs from the prestigious Santa Rita
Hills area. Coming up in November, Foley
Family wines will be holding a trio of events
at its three Santa Barbara County properties,
specifically a cocktail reception at Foley
Estates, a winemaker dinner at Firestone
Winery, and a Sunday brunch at the historic
and scenic Lincourt Winery.
Firestone Vineyard is located at 5000 Zaca
Station Road in Los Olivos, and is open daily
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact Firestone at
(805) 688-3940 or www.firestonewine.com.
Should you be in Paso Robles, their
second tasting room is located at 2300
Airport Road right off of Highway 46.
Contact them at (805) 591-8050.
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Robert Hall Winery – A Destination for Wine Enthusiasts
Tucked in the hillside east of Paso Robles,
along California’s enchanting Central Coast, lies
a dream 40 years in the making. An entrepreneur
with tremendous business acumen, Robert L.
Hall has built a world-class winery that has
become a landmark for the Paso Robles commu-
nity.
During a family trip to France in the late ’70s,
Robert visited the Rhône valley and was capti-
vated by the tradition and lifestyle of farming
and crafting wines. Robert began developing his
idea for a premium-producing vineyard and
winery and ventured west with the goal of
visiting each of California’s wine appellations to
explore optimum growing conditions for the
production of premium wine grapes, specifically
the Rhône varieties he enjoyed so much. In the
early-’90s, Robert and Margaret discovered the
perfect terroir in the Paso Robles AVA. Featuring
soil rich in nutrients, coupled with warm days
and cool nights, Robert felt the viticultural
conditions were ideal to the development of
the enological characteristics he was seeking
to produce. “Home Ranch” was acquired in
1995. Soon after, the “Terrace” and “Bench”
vineyards joined the Hall Ranch.
Dedicated to environmental sustain-
ability, Robert Hall Winery has achieved
Sustainability in Practice (SIP)™ Certifica-
tion for its vineyards. As true stewards of
the land, both the winery and vineyard
practice natural resource conservation.
Measures include the preservation of native
oak trees on the Hall Ranch, barn owl habi-
tats, energy and water conservation thru the
recycling and treatment of waste water for the
vineyard and landscape irrigation, use of a
natural pumice, diatomaceous earth and organic
compost tea in the vineyard as well as cover
crops, beneficial insects and permaculture
gardens.
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ROBERT HALL WINERY – JULY 4TH nized by his industry peers by receiving the
INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION “Winemaker of the Year” honors – a collabora-
Celebrate Independence Day with Robert Hall Winery! We’ll kick the evening off
with tunes from Unfinished Business and a traditional BBQ meal from The Rib tion of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance,
Line of SLO. Children’s games and family fun for everyone. Wrap up the evening San Luis Obispo Vintners Association and the
with a perfect view of the Barney Schwartz Park fireworks show from our
Amphitheatre.
Independent Grape Growers of Paso Robles.
5-10pm, $37.50pp, $32.50 Cavern Club members, $15 for children (ages 6-12) Don’s dedication to artisan winemaking has also
and includes one non-alcoholic drink ticket and a traditional BBQ meal. Wine and been well rewarded with the winery’s 2008
non-alcoholic refreshments are available to purchase by the glass or bottle.
Viognier receiving “Best of Show” honors at the
For additional information, contact the Events Manager
at 805-239-1616 ext. 24 or visit www.roberthallwinery.com. Central Coast Wine Competition in 2009.
While Robert Hall Winery is most known for
their Cabernet Sauvignon, the winery has an
extensive Rhône-wine portfolio including the
Viognier, Blanc de Robles, Rosé de Robles,
Grenache, Rhone de Robles, Pape de Robles,
Syrah and a Petite Sirah.
While visiting Paso Robles Wine Country,
be sure to drop by the Robert Hall Winery
Hospitality Center, which has become a desti-
nation for wine enthusiasts. Open daily for
tasting of their award-winning wines, guided
educational tours are also available and
include a tour of the winery and 19,000
square feet of underground wine caverns –
the largest on the Central Coast. Enjoy a
barrel tasting as you learn about the
winemaking process from the vine to
the glass. The winery also hosts special
events throughout the year including
food and wine seminars, outdoor
concerts, an annual charity fashion
show, and is available for weddings and
Winemaker Don Brady
private events.
and winery founder
Today, Robert and Margaret have
Robert L. Hall
established very solid roots in this ever-
growing wine community of Paso
In July of 2001, Robert Hall Winemaker Don Robles. Robert Hall Winery is the result of an
Brady joined Robert Hall Winery. A native of old-fashioned work ethic combined with tradi-
Texas, Don began working in the wine industry tional winemaking techniques, a state-of-the-art
while a student at Texas Tech University, contin- winery and a team of dedicated professionals.
uing his career path with Texas wineries prior to Robert invites all to drop by for a visit to
moving to California. In 2006, Don was recog- discover the essence of Paso Robles.
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P L E A S A N T VA L L E Y
RANCHITA CANYON VINEYARD
3439 Ranchita Canyon Road, San Miguel
805-467-9448, ranchitacanyonvineyard.com
Friday-Monday, 11am-5pm, or by appointment
RiverStar Vineyards
Ranchita Canyon Vineyard is a family owned & operated vineyard
& boutique winery, producing estate grown, handcrafted wines.
Wines with Character, Elegance & Style
J&J CELLARS
When traveling along the Pleasant Valley Wine Trail, RiverStar Vine-
2850 Ranchita Canyon, San Miguel yards – located at the “T” of Airport & Estrella Road – is a 60-acre, family
805-467-2891, www.jjcellars.com owned winery with a delightful tasting room. The vines were planted
Friday-Sunday 11am-5pm or by appointment
Come discover some great wines and incredible values!
back in 1992 and produce wine with great character. On the wine list
you will find 100% estate grown wines that are extremely food friendly.
CINQUAIN CELLARS Each bottle delivers great flavors that will turn dinner into a joyful cele-
6404 Independence Ranch Place, San Miguel
805-400-5978, www.cinquaincellars.com
bration. This summer there are several case specials on wines such as
Tasting by appointment on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays their 2005 Syrah, 2007 “Entice” White Merlot and 2007 Sauvignon
Come taste the poetry created from 100% estate-grown Bordeaux, Blanc – case specials range between $60 - $100 per case making the
Rhône and Port varieties.
wines affordable to have at your dinner table daily with family and
LOCATELLI VINEYARDS & WINERY friends.
8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel In addition to the standalone varietals, the winery specializes in
805 467-0067, www.locatelliwinery.com
unique blends. Be sure to try “Sunset Red” a wine produced with Syrah
Friday-Sunday 11am-4pm, Festival Weekends 10am-5pm
Malbec, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon are just a few of our and Merlot, “Affinity” a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and
estate wines waiting for you. Zinfandel as well as “Allure” a blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel.
Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the views from the tables located just
TACKITT FAMILY VINEYARDS
6640 Von Dollen Rd, San Miguel outside the tasting room doors.
805-467-9490, www.tackittfamilyvineyards.com The property also has a lovely vacation rental that sleeps eight people.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12-5pm
You can enjoy the vineyard views from the deck while BBQing or show
A small family venture dedicated to premium wines.
off your culinary talents in the full kitchen. There is a two night
SILVER HORSE WINERY minimum stay – chances are you will enjoy the relaxing atmosphere so
2995 Pleasant Valley Rd, San Miguel much you will want to stay even longer. For reservations or additional
805-467-WINE(9463), www.silverhorse.com
Friday-Monday 11am-5pm information call the winery at (805) 467-0086 or visit VRBO.com
Come experience what everyone is talking about! #236997.
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J & J CELLARS
Exciting Updates at the Winery
By Melissa Chavez
The Judd family at J&J Cellars in San
Miguel is celebrating some exciting updates at
the winery this season. Quality is the hall-
mark of J&J Cellars, and a concerted effort to
increase that quality has the staff very opti-
mistic about the seasons ahead.
“Nothing is being spared,” says Operations
Manager Betty Walker. “There’s even deeper
involvement by the owners and our wine-
maker Steve Anglim, in overseeing the vine-
yard. The grapes are top-notch and so are our
wines.”
With a recommitment to excellence, the
timing couldn’t be more perfect to debut the
new J&J Cellars label. The elegant design reit-
erates the high quality of the wines. “With
each vintage,” says Betty, “this label represents
the best wine there is at very reasonable prices
that no one else can match.”
J&J Cellars’ new releases on the J&J
Cellars label include a 2008 Tempranillo,
which recently earned a gold medal at the
2010 Tasters Guild International Wine
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Competition. Their 2008 Autumn Flight
ZinBera wine (50% Zinfandel, 50% Barbera)
is winning rave reviews during its pre-release.
“People love it,” says Betty. Another exciting
offering is J&J’s Juliet Fiero Blanc de Noirs,
crafted in the méthode traditionnelle and
made of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and
Chardonnay grapes sourced from Yountville
in Napa Valley. This month, a Tempranillo
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Rosé will be available, too.
An ideal way to appreciate J&J Cellars
wines is right on the premises. In their newly
completed terrace is a stacked stone fireplace
along with sitting areas, a bocce ball court,
and lovely surrounds of hillside vineyards.
On every second Friday of the month, J&J
Cellars features live music on the terrace from
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Acoustic guitarist Tom
Rigby will appear on June 11 and Martin Paris
will bring his fingerstyle guitar compositions
to the vineyard on July 9. Delicious food and
a first large glass of wine are included with a
$15 admission. For designated drivers, non-
alcoholic grape juice made from Cabernet
grapes and sodas are available along with food
and music for just $10.
“We want both locals and visitors to relax
and enjoy their time here,” says Betty. “The
views are unbelievable and the sunsets are
gorgeous. Everyone is welcome.”
J&J Cellars is located at 2850 Ranchita
Canyon Road in San Miguel, Friday through
Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (805)
467-2891 or visit www.jjcellars.com.
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WINE COUNTRY SPOTLIGHT

M A M A’ S M E AT B A L L
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 Mama’s meatballs
in San Luis Obispo and their lips
begin to quiver, their eyes roll
towards the heavens, they sigh; that is
how good Mama’s Meatball is.
Set in a small courtyard off of one
of the town’s main streets, in a place
called the Old Creamery, Mama’s
Meatball is actually divided in two.
On the right is the take-out where
people line up to get their orders of
meatballs and more. To the left,
fronted by a huge-trunked tree and a
water fountain, is the intimate restau-
rant with it’s mural of the Mediter-
ranean across the back.
Meatballs aside, the restaurant,
under owner and chef Nicola Alle-
gretta, 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 customer’s 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.
Mama’s Meatball currently has two
locations. The original is in the Old
Creamery plaza at 570 Higuera
Street, San Luis Obispo, (805) 544-
0861. Mama’s Meatball is also avail-
able for your convenience in the
south county at 325 Pier Avenue by
the entrance of the Pismo Beach
Dunes, (805) 473-2383.
Hours of operation are Tuesday to
Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30
p.m. and 4:30 to 10 p.m., closed on
Mondays.
You can order online at
www.mamasmeatball.com. And,
don’t forgot they can also deliver
and have very popular catering
services, which work with groups
(including weddings) of every type
and size.

SAN LUIS OBISPO C AYUCOS

MAMA'S MEATBALL HOPPE’S GARDEN BISTRO & WINE SHOP

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
The most highly acclaimed restaurant and Wine Shop on the Central
Coast. Recognized for Chef Wilhelm Hoppe’s seasonally inspired menu,
hand-selected wine list with a beautiful garden and historical setting.
Offering a wide range of menu items - from wild game to prime meats
and vegetarian/vegan items.
78 N. Ocean Avenue • Wednesday-Sunday 11am-10pm
www.hoppesbistro.com • 805.995.1006

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Atascadero Lakeside Wine Festival
by Cathy Neudshul
You may be looking for ways to enjoy the
warm summer nights coming our way. If so,
you will want to put the Atascadero Lakeside
Wine Festival on your list of things to do.
You’ll be able to sip wine by the lake, try an
eclectic mix of local food, and relax while
listening to music from the Mighty Croon
Dogs.
“It’s a very pleasing atmosphere to be in,”
said Barbie Butz, chariperson for the event.
This is the 15th year of the festival, but the event has changed over the
years. It used to be held during the day, but was moved to the evening
a couple of years ago. “It is much cooler, and we doubled attendance
because of that,” she said. It is also a more convenient time for festival
goers. “People come and sip wine and have dinner,” Butz said.
The festival, which will be held on June 26th from 4 to 8 p.m., is
an annual event that raises funds for the Charles Paddock Zoo, among
other charities. This year a portion of the funds will go toward
building a new flamingo exhibit at the zoo entrance. “The flamingos
are very colorful so it will be pleasing to see,” she said.
The festival committee is also featuring another local group to
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make the festival a success. The Mingo
Mamas have taken on the task of becoming
goodwill ambassadors for the new flamingo
exhibit. The Mingo Mamas are a group that
go on camping trips, have theme parties, and
fundraise for different activities wearing the
colorful “flamingo wear” they are known for.
You may want to attend the festival just to
check out the Mingo Mama’s sunglasses and
hot pink boas.
While the flamingos will be the lucky
recipients of a portion of the funds raised
from this year’s festival, the festival funded many other projects in the
past. Since the festival was first held in 1995, it has raised more than
$100,000 to donate to the zoo. Ken Brokamp, marketing director for
the event, said the festival may raise more than $10,000 this year,
depending on the turnout and the costs associated with putting on the
event.
The festival raises funds for the zoo because it is seen as an impor-
tant community resource. While it may be small, it is home to some
animals you may not see at other zoos, like the Malayan Tiger, the
Channel Island Fox and the White-faced Whistling Duck.
This year festival participants will be able to sample wines from 70
local wineries. The wines come from vineyards located throughout the
Central Coast, including ones in San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and
Templeton.
People who attend the festival can also sample beer from a local
brewery located in San Luis Obispo. The Einhorn Beer Company will
be serving up their beers that are made in the German brewing tradi-
tion.
If you are looking for a taste of a variety of different types of foods,
you’ll find it at the festival. You can try Chinese, Italian and even
Basque. Or, if you want to try some shrimp, or perhaps some grilled
fish, you can head by the booth featuring seafood.
But even if you find yourself spending a lot of time trying the wine,
beer and food, you won’t want to miss the art work featured at the
festival. This year artists will display their oil paintings, photography,
jewelry, iron work and more. You might even decide to visit the booth
where you can sign up to make your own wine and label.
According to Butz, the festival is designed to make people feel
comfortable, and encourage them to stroll around the lake so there are
no fences. “The festival is open. People can flow in and out very
easily,” she said.
The Atascadero Lakeside Wine Festival will be held June 26th,
from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Atascadero Lake Park, 9305 Pismo
Avenue, Atascadero. Tickets for the festival are $40 in advance and
$45 at the door.
For more information, call the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce
at (805) 466-2044 or go to the atascaderowinefestival.com.
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Niner Wine Estates Opens Its Doors

State-of-the-art winery launches after many years in the making
After nearly ten years of planning, preparing and preening, the Niner Wine Estates is the visionary initiative of Richard Niner, who
newest addition to Paso Robles’ westside wine community at last believes that a blend of exceptional people, vineyards, tools and ideas
opened for business last month. is the key to creating world-class wines and providing a one-of-a-kind
Niner Wine Estates is the project of Richard Niner who, since the experience in the heart of Paso Robles wine country. Since its founding
early 2000s, has assembled a team of the highest caliber to bring this in 2001, Niner Wine Estates’ roster of award-winning wines has
cutting-edge winery to the Central Coast. On May 1, guests visited the grown to include Bordeaux, Rhone and Italian varietals, including
new Hospitality Center for complimentary tastings of winemaker their flagship Bordeaux blend, “Fog Catcher.” An independent, family-
Amanda Cramer’s Bordeaux, Rhône and Italian varietal wines and to owned company, Niner Wine Estates is dedicated to making excep-
preview the wine and food programs that the winery will be offering tional wines by combining the best of traditional winemaking
in the future. methods as it employs cutting-edge technologies. In the LEED-certi-
The Hospitality Center houses not only the Niner Wine Estates fied winery, winemaker Amanda Cramer shepherds estate-grown fruit
tasting room, but a generous demonstration kitchen and boutique from the Bootjack Ranch and Heart Hill Vineyard into wines that
winery as well. As education is a major tenet of the Niner Wine Estates express their soulful provenance with every sip.
vision, the winery will begin offering not-to-miss wine and culinary
programs as early as this summer. (Schedules, tuition and details are
available by visiting www.ninerwine.com.) These courses will cover a
wide range of subjects in varying formats, from hour-long sessions to
more extensive multiple-day programs by the end of the year. Classes
will be presented by the Niner Wine Estates’ own in-house wine
education staff, lead by Rick Toyota, as well as visiting chefs and
leading experts.
By design, the rustically elegant stone barn Hospitality Center is
as aesthetically conscious as it is eco-conscious. Designer Anne
Fortini’s tasteful interiors reflect and accentuate the beauty of the
winery’s surroundings, while Mr. Niner, Ms. Cramer and architect
Tim Woodle have designed Niner Wine Estates to be the first winery
on the Central Coast to meet LEED certification standards through
the U.S. Green Building Council, with final certification to be
awarded in a matter of months. Constructed and positioned to
emphasize the pastoral allure of Paso Robles wine country, the Hospi-
tality Center’s expansive windows frame a view of “Heart Hill,” the
iconic heart-shaped design of oak trees once owned by brothers
Claude and Clyde Booker.
Farming roots, a passion for wine and an appreciation for the
bounty and lifestyle of Paso Robles led Mr. Niner and his wife, Pam
Niner, to invest in the winery’s estate vineyards: Heart Hill Vineyard
and Bootjack Ranch. The newest of Niner Wine Estates’ estate vine-
yards, Heart Hill vineyard has already provided fruit for the 2009
vintage, while Bootjack Ranch supplies the balance of fruit for the
Niner Wine Estates portfolio, and can be found on the east side of
Paso Robles.
Guests are welcome to visit the Hospitality Center located at 2400
Highway 46 West in Paso Robles, during regular business hours, 10
a.m. to 5 p.m. during high season, seven days a week. The regular
tasting fee for a sampling of five wines is $10 per person. Additional
tasting and touring programs may be available on a seasonal schedule.

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JADA VINEYARD & WINERY
Get a Taste of the Good Life
by Lisa Pretty
When you walk through the door of Jada’s beautiful, contempo-
rary tasting room, it is hard to imagine that it was once upon a time
a living space above horse stables. Owners Jack and Robyn Messina
purchased the Paso Robles Westside property located in an area
commonly referred to as the Templeton Gap in 1999. Their original
plan was to make olive oil; however given the cool coastal air that
funnels through the property, abundant sunshine throughout the
growing season and soil consisting of clay loam, deposits of
calcareous shale and pockets of limestone they quickly realized the
property would also be perfect for growing grapes. Sixty acres of the
ninety on the property were planted in Bordeaux and Rhône vari-
etals shortly after the Messina’s purchased the land, and today wine-
maker Scott Hawley produces a line of estate wines in a winery that
was originally a barn and then ages the wine in barrels where the
old horse stalls were once located. The transformation to a state of
the art wine facility and hospitality center was tastefully completed
in a way that welcomes visitors to a peaceful retreat with modern
luxury.
2005 was the first vintage of wines produced from the estate
grapes and each year they quickly sell out. The wines have some
very interesting names including Jersey Girl, Hell’s Kitchen, Passing
By and new this vintage Strayts – a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvi-
gnon and Syrah. Or, if you look at the Jada white wines you will
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find some interesting numbers. For example their blend of Viognier
and Roussanne with a hint of Grenache Blanc is known as XCV —
the roman numerals that represent “95” a score they hope their
wines will one day receive. Released last month and new to the line-
up this year is a predominately Grenache Blanc blend named “88”
which is the number Jack wore while playing football for the
Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens. “88”, with its refreshing acidity and
mineral finish will be a perfect summer wine. Also great for summer
and new this vintage is Jada’s first rosé. The rosé is a blend of Syrah,
Grenache, Tannat and Merlot in which the juice was left in contact
with the grapes for two to three days before being drained off.
Named “1149”, the extension for ICU, as a tribute to the cardiac
surgical intensive care nurses who spent hours caring for Jack’s
patients after heart surgery, only 86 cases of this wine were
produced and will likely sell out before the hot summer days end.
Tasting at Jada is a unique experience. According to Susan West,
Jada’s operations manager, “The entire team at Jada hopes that
everyone who comes here to taste wine has the kind of experience
we would want for ourselves if we were on the other side of the
bar”. When you taste at Jada you will have the opportunity to taste
each wine with a cheese pairing. They recommend tasting the wine,
then the cheese then the wine again. It is fun to see how a little
cheese can transform the wine taste. The cheese is sourced from
Vivant cheese and all the staff at Jada vote on which cheeses pair
with each wine – the pairings are changed at least three times a year.
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Outside the tasting room is a deck with breathtaking views. Not

only is it the perfect place for a picnic lunch but also an ideal loca-
tion to enjoy some of the special events planned throughout the
year. Beginning June 18th and lasting until September 3rd, the first
and third Friday of each month is Friday Twilight Tastings. Jada’s
Chef Ryan has used her own recipes for the “Small Bites & Flights”
and “3 Course Mini Meal with Wine”. The menus are posted on
Jada’s website and include tasty items such as Lemon Herb de
Provence Chicken Sliders, Citrus Encrusted Swordfish Skewer,
Cream Cheese Crostini, Herb Crusted Shrimp, Garbanzo and
Pomegranate Dip, and Paprika Rubbed Halibut Lettuce Cup. The
price includes wine for just $25 per person and reservations are
recommended.
It is not surprising that people who get a taste of the good life at
Jada want to keep coming back. Their wine club has been growing
rapidly and will soon be capped with those who miss the cut-off
being placed on a waiting list. The Long Life Wine Club receive
three or six bottles of wine that can be either shipped or pick up in
the tasting room twice per year, members receive a 20% discount
on wine & most merchandise, complimentary tastings for members
and a guest every visit to the tasting room, as well as discounts and
priority invitations to winery events.
Plan on stopping by Jada, located at 5620 Vineyard Drive in Paso
Robles, for a wonderful experience. For more information, call the
winery at (805) 226-4200 or visit www.jadavineyard.com

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SYLVESTER VINEYARDS
Sylvester Summer Events to Restore Classic Trains
The backdrop to Sylvester Vineyards Wine
Park is three classic Pullman Train cars from
1947 and 1952. In 1995, Sylvester purchased
the three Pullman cars that presently set on
the winery property. The proceeds from the
Summer Event Series will fund the restoration
of the Joseph Pulitzer observation car and two
sleepers, the La Quinta and La Jolla. The
Pullman cars restoration will begin this year.
Tours of the train cars can be scheduled in
advance. It’s reminiscent of an era gone by to
walk from the 1947 sleeper cars to the sump-
tuous observation car built in 1952 and
named for the Pulitzer that founded the
famous “Prize.”
The Pullman Standard Company was
founded by George Pullman who decided to
build a luxury rail car after spending an
uncomfortable night aboard a train. After
trial, error and re-engineering, a Pullman car
was introduced and was included in Presi-
dent Lincoln’s funeral train in 1865. National
publicity was George Pullman’s reward and
the Pullman Palace Car Company was formed
in 1867. Improvements were made over the
years to include chandeliers, electric lighting,
table lamps with silk shades, leather seating,
and comfortable heating and air conditioning.
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They were the most luxurious way to travel in
their day. As rail travel became more popular,
the desire to travel in luxury increased and
Pullman was well positioned with his dining
cars and freshly prepared “gourmet” meals.
With the popularity of the automobile and air
travel in the ’50s, Pullman ceased operation
and most of the Pullman cars were taken out
of commission in the ’60s and ’70s.
The Pullman Restoration Project and
Sylvester’s Summer Event Series features:
• Art & Wine in the Vines with a Gouda
Party, June 19th from noon until 4 p.m.
– a rare opportunity to taste Graskaas, a
Gouda only made at the beginning of
spring.
• Reds, Whites & Bleus, July 2-4 – a wine
and cheese pairing featuring international
blue cheeses from cow, sheep, buffalo and
goat milks.
• Summer Sunset Concert featuring live
music by Run4Cover on July 10th. This
lively dance band boasts ten members,
including three female vocalists and sepa-
rate horn and rhythm sections.
• A second Summer Sunset Concert
featuring live music by The House Red
Band on August 28th. They will perform
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vintage rock, soul and blues classics with
the smoky voice of Mary Welsh. Members
of the FLOCK can enjoy the special
accommodations of the VIP Club Car with
outdoor and indoor seating. Chairs are
welcome, blankets encouraged and no
coolers, please. Wine and food will be
available. Check event details and pricing
at www.sylvesterwinery.com.
Become a member of the FLOCK….and
many events are free. The benefits include
discounts on wine, gourmet cheese and
newsletter alerts for special events. The
Sylvester Event Center and Wine Park is not
only a great venue for concerts, the sprawling
lawn area will accommodate a huge wedding,
special occasion or even a picnic with a few
friends enjoying a wine tasting weekend.
Caterers will enjoy the convenience of a full
service portable kitchen. The entertainment
stage is perfectly placed with a vineyard and
sunset backdrop and a rock waterfall show-
piece nearby. Within the winery, a private bar
and barrel room is available for intimate gath-
erings. Sylvester Winery is located at 5115
Buena Vista Drive in Paso Robles. Call (805)
227-4000, e-mail info@sylvesterwinery.com
and visit www.sylvesterwinery.com.
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‘Savor the Central Coast’ – New Food and Wine Event for Central Coast
Tickets are on sale for the inaugural culinary adventure “SUNSET
– Savor the Central Coast.” This exciting new food and wine celebra-
tion, with expected attendance of more than 8,000 from throughout
California, is scheduled for September 30 through October 3, 2010
and will take place at Santa Margarita Ranch and locations throughout
San Luis Obispo County.
General admission tickets for the event at Santa Margarita Ranch
are $85 per day ($150 for two-day passes). Tickets for auxiliary activ-
ities range from $15 to $185: seminars $15, culinary tours $50,
winery and harvest tours $50, winemaker dinners $125 and special
events $25-$185. A limited number of general admission tickets at a
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special price of $75 per day are available on a first-come basis for resi-
dents of San Luis Obispo County ($130 for two-day passes).
“Savor the Central Coast” will highlight the talents of local wine-
makers, chefs and artisanal food producers with unique culinary
tours, celebrity chef demonstrations and one-of-a-kind winemaker
dinners. Excursions throughout the county with Sunset Magazine’s
editors and celebrity chefs will enhance the experience as participants
Tour, Sip and Savor the beauty of the Central Coast, San Luis Obispo
County’s Santa Margarita Ranch and surrounding communities.
Visit www.savorcentralcoast.com for activity schedule and event
details.
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PHANTOM RIVERS
Located in the Heart of Arroyo Grande Village
by Lisa Pretty
When four couples who share a passion
for making wine get together you know you
are in for a treat. The owners of Phantom
Rivers select grapes from various vineyards,
depending on the varietal, in both Santa
Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties. The
wines available include Sauvignon Blanc,
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Mouvedre,
Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and a couple
of blends called Paso del Sol and Paso de la
Luna. Recently released and added to the
offering are a Muscat Blanc and a
Zinfandel Port style dessert wine named
Eclipse. Diana Smith, one of the partners,
says “Our wines showcase the best grapes the
Central Coast has to offer” and she invites
people to stop by, relax and enjoy a great glass
of wine.
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Phantom Rivers’ wine can be enjoyed by
the flight, glass or bottle at their tasting room
located at 211 E. Branch Street in the heart of
the Arroyo Grande Village. The tasting room
is open Sunday, Monday and Thursday from
noon to 5 p.m., Friday from noon to 8 p.m.,
and Saturday noon to 7 p.m. (closed Tuesday
and Wednesday). When you visit you may sip
your wine at the tasting room bar, or enjoy a
glass on the front patio, side patio or in the
comfy lounge. The walls are decorated with
the work of local artists on a rotating two
month schedule. During the months of May
and June, you can enjoy the beautiful art
work of Christina LoCasio Larner who actu-
ally paints with wine – her work is a must
see. They also sell handmade jewelry by
Mermaid Designs.
The tasting room opened in October 2009
and since then the winery has been ramping
up their entertainment and specials. The first
Friday of each month is “Winemaker’s
Choice” when you will have the opportunity
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to taste with winemaker John Thunen as he
pours his favorite wines – these wines may
not be offered on the regular menu and
provide a unique tasting experience.
Social gatherings such as vertical tastings
of various varietals, picnics, music and wine
club pick-up parties are scheduled and
posted on their website under “events.”
For those who want to receive the wines
on a regular basis, the Phantom River’s wine
club offers options of receiving three bottles
of wine either twice or four times a year. Club
members can select reds only if they choose
and with each shipment will receive a special
gift. Club members receive 20% discount on
all wine purchases.
For additional information, visit the
website at www.phantomrivers.com or call
(805) 481-WINE (9463).
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An Afternoon of Epicurean Delight, June 6 at Shell Beach

Each year, on the first Sunday Shell Beach, are transformed into
in June, the tranquil and beau- an elegant garden party. After-
tiful grounds of the historic noon of Epicurean Delight guests
Chapman House by the Sea in are invited to stroll through the
lovely gardens, marvel at the
panoramic views and lounge
poolside while tasting a wide
array of delicious foods and
beverages. Guests also enjoy a
variety of live music provided by
local musicians, as well as an
opportunity to bid on silent
auction items featuring local art,
hand-crafted jewelry, premium and award-winning restaurants, their best.
and reserve wines and much caterers, wineries, breweries and An Afternoon of Epicurean
more. confectioners in the county will Delight will be held this year on
Some of the most renowned serve their delicacies and pour Sunday, June 6, from 11:30 a.m.
to 3:30 p.m.. Tickets at $100 and
may be purchased by credit card
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Judged Wine and Grill Pairings at Per Bacco Cellars Return
Third Year of Celebration Features
Eleven Local Wineries, Eleven Grilled Sensations
Join us for a day of grill and grape mastery on the historic Filipponi
Ranch, Saturday, June 5th from 12 to 4 p.m. at Per Bacco Cellars, Calle
Joaquin, San Luis Obispo. Celebrating the third year of this lively
competition, the SLO Wine and Grill Affair promises to be fun for all.
Wineries – including Per Bacco Cellars, Edna Valley Vineyard,
Baileyana and Tangent, Filipponi Ranch Cellars, Wood Winery, Clesi
Wines, Cerro Caliente Cellars, Salisbury Vineyards, Sextant Wines and
Ancient Peaks Winery – will create delectable bites of signature grilled
dishes paired with their own, select wines. A panel of local celebrity
judges will be on hand to pick the best food and wine paring.
Attendees will also be treated to live music by “Late Harvest,” local
landscape art by Rosanne Seitz, native plants and gardening items
from Growing Grounds Downtown and gourmet samples from local
vendors. Attendees will also have the option to purchase bottles of
their favorite wine at the event store.
Proceeds from this event support mental health in the community
through the work of Transitions Mental Health Association.
Wish You Were Here!
Oceanfront Wine Tasting
Unique gifts & apparel
Wines by the glass!
480 Front St. Avila Beach
805.595.9663
www.wildwoodwine.com
Open Daily 10:30-6:00
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Tickets to the event are $35 per person, $40 at the door, and can
be purchased by phone at (805) 541-5144, ext. 174.
Parking is free. A shuttle will be available.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, call (805) 541-5144,
ext. 174, or visit the event website at www.T-MHA.org.
ABOUT TMHA
Transitions Mental Health Association is a non-profit organization
that helps children and adults live, work and grow in our community.
TMHA operates 27 programs at over 35 locations that reach more than
2,000 people and 1,500 families in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara
counties.
The emphasis of TMHA’s many services is to teach vital indepen-
dent living skills, building a framework for community re-entry
through personal empowerment and hands on experience.
For more than 30 years, TMHA has been dedicated to providing
housing, employment, case management and life-skills support to
mentally ill adults, at-risk youth and homeless adults. For more infor-
mation, visit the website at www.T-MHA.org.
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Carina Cellars Exhibits Photography by Tony Grace

“Vantage Points” that she purchased for her 2009 trip to the UK and Ireland with the
Exhibition Dates: June 1 through July 31, 2010 American Council for International Studies. Her photos from that
Tory Grace Burnside Clapp, a sixteen-year-old junior at Santa Ynez trip, several of which are on display in her current show, earned her
High School, is no newcomer to the field of photography. Since inher- the Grand Prize in the 2009 ACIS travel photo competition in a field
iting her parents’ battered digital snapshot camera at the age of seven, of over 12,000 entries. Later this summer she will be traveling abroad
she has been taking photos almost non-stop. Even with such humble again, this time as a student ambassador for the cultural exchange
equipment, Tory’s unique style was apparent in her earliest pictures. organization People to People International, where it’s likely her
Her intimate photos, including portraits of friends and strangers as camera will seldom leave her hands.
well as scenes from her travels across the US and abroad, have won her “Vantage Points” will be on display from June 1 through July 31,
both acclaim and a national photography award. Her highly successful 2010 in the Carina Cellars Tasting Room, located at 2900 Grand
solo photography show, “Faces and Places,” was held in March 2010 Avenue in Los Olivos. The Tasting Room is open daily from 11a.m. to
at St. Mark’s Church in Los Olivos, and she was the official photogra- 5 p.m. For more information go to www.carinacellars.com or call
pher for the Valley Players’ recent dramatic production of “An Enemy (805) 688-2459.
of the People.” She is very excited to introduce her new exhibit,
“Vantage Points,” at Carina Cellars.
Tory uses photography as a way to experience her travels more
fully, and she considers herself “a photographer of life.” Even her
landscape photos nearly always contain human or animal figures; she
rarely photographs still-life subjects, finding them un-dynamic. By
contrast, her photos of the random people practically burst with
personality and a sense of place. She cites as her influences such
famous photographers as Dorothea Lange, Richard Avedon and Lewis
Hine, who she feels captured the essence of people through beautiful,
candid photography.
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A Culinary Celebration on the Farm in Los Olivos

“Seed, Sow, Supper” brings together local farmers, chefs, wine- Shu’s fields and Sam’s vineyard before sitting down to an elegantly
makers and other food artisans by hosting a farm dinner at its set table right in the middle of the farm and vineyard. Dinner will
source. This unique dining experience creates to create a connection incorporates all of the produce gathered that morning from the farm
between sustainable, organic farming, creative cooking, fine wine and prepared with locally grown grass-fed beef and chicken.
and great eating: a local gastronomy. Guests will have the opportunity to taste other local prominent
Featuring Shu Takikawa, a long-time Valley farmer known for his wines from Arcadian and Tercero.
sustainable farming methods and award-winning organic produce, If you are a locavore, foodie, gourmand or just interested in
the cooking artistry of Chef Tracy Fleming, and the sumptuous, enjoying a truly fresh, culinary experience, you won’t want to miss
certified organic wines of Bernat, with owner Sam Marmorstein, “Seed, Sow, Supper” on Saturday, June 19 from 4 to 8 p.m. Seating
guests will enjoy a reception with wine and appetizers while touring is limited, tickets are $125. For information and tickets, visit
Shu’s field and Sam’s vineyard. www.syvjc.org or call (805) 693-4243. Proceeds benefit the Santa
Guests will enjoy an hors d’hoeuvres and wine reception, tour Ynez Valley Jewish Communty.

To Hwy. 101
To Santa Maria, 154 Santa Maria (32 miles)
Paso Robles, see page 18 Paso Robles (88 miles)

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Santa Maria Valley Wine Country Hosts Free

Vineyard & Winery Walks Through October 2010
The Santa Maria Valley Wine Country is hosting a series of free money saved, why not treat yourself to a wine tasting or bottle of wine
vineyard and winery walks throughout the Santa Maria Valley. In for a picnic in the country? Take a break from the city and savor
2009, the vintners’ assocation hosted a series of free vineyard walks authentic wine country. For a list of participating wineries and more
that were so well received that they are now including winery walks information, see below. For questions, email info@smvwines.com or
for their 2010 series. On the second Saturday of each month through call 1-866-480-5194.
October, a different Santa Maria vineyard manager or winemaker will
LOCATIONS AND DATES
lead a tour of their winery or vineyard starting at noon. The tours will
• June 12th: Tres Hermanas, host Luke Lindquist
provide a firsthand look at different winemaking techniques that take
• July 10th: Cottonwood Canyon
place throughout the year.
• August 14th: Costa de Oro,
All vineyard and winery walks are free to the public; a great reason
Host Gary Burk at Central Coast Wine Services
to get out to the wine country and learn something new. With the
• September 11th: TBD
• October 9th: Cambria Winery, host Denise Shurtleff
Reservations are required. Visit www.shop.smvwines.com to
To San Luis Obispo reserve your free ticket or email info@smvwines.com to RSVP.
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PASO ROBLES AREA Cayucos Cellars – Cayucos We-Su 11-5:30 Eos Estate – Paso Robles Daily 10-5
131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036 Closed Tu X X 5625 Hwy 46 East; 805-239-2562 Sat-Sun 10-6 X X X
Adelaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 10-5
5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 805 239-8980 X X X Cerro Prieto Vnyd – Paso Robles Tours by appt Falcon Nest Winery – Paso Robles Daily
5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 10-7:30 X X
3432 Las Tablas Willow Creek Rd; 805 674-0826 X X X
 Firestone Vineyard – Paso Robles
Alta Colina – Paso Robles Th-Su
2725 Adelaida Rd; 805 227-4191 11-5 X X Changala Winery – Paso Robles Fr-Su By Daily
3770 Willow Creek Road; 805-226-9060 11-5 Appt X X 2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 10-5 X X
AmByth Estate – Templeton By
510 Sequoia Lane; 805 305-9497 appt X X Chateau Margene – Creston Fr-Su Five Rivers Winery – Paso Robles By
 Anglim Winery – Paso Robles 4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 12-5 X X 8998 North River Rd; 805-467-0192 Appt X X
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740 Pine St; 805-227-6813 or by Appt X X Chateau Margene – Paso Robles Thur-Mon Four Vines Winery – Templeton Daily

 Arroyo Robles– Paso Robles

6996 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-3500 11- 5 X X 3750 Hwy 46 West; 805 227-0865 11-6 X X
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739 12th St; 877-759-WINE 11-7 X X Christian Lazo – Paso Robles Thu-Mon 10-7 Fralich Vineyard & Winery – Templeton By Appt
840 13th St, Suite F; 805 226-8820 Sun 12-7 X X Private tastings at Paso Robles Wine Services; 805-434-1526 X X
Asuncion Ridge – Paso Roble Su-Th 12:30-6
729 13th Street; 805 461-0675 Fr-Sa 12-8 X X Chronic Cellars – Paso Robles Thu-Mon Fratelli Perata – Paso Robles By
2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 237-7848 11:30-5:30 X X 1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Appt X X
August Ridge – Creston Fr 12-5
8790 E. Highway 41; 805 239-2455 Sa-Su 11-5 X X Chumeia Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily Frolicking Frog – Paso Robles By
14490 San Miguel Rd; 805 466-0779 Appt X X
8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 10-5 X X
Austin Hope – Paso Robles Fr-Sa
1585 Live Oak Road; 805 238-4112 10-4 X X FS Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo
Cinquain Cellars – San Miguel By apt
1337 Vendels Circle; 805-226-8989 11-6 X X
6404 Independence Ranch Pl; 805 400-5978 X X
B & E Vineyards – Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-5 Gelfand Vineyards – Paso Robles By
10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815 or By Appt X X Clautiere Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily 5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Appt X X
1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 12-5 X X
Baily Vineyard – Temecula Su-Fr 10-5 Graveyard Vineyards – San Miguel By
33440 La Serena Way; 951-676-9463 Sa 11-5 X X Clavo Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 6990 Estrella Road; 805 467-2043 Appt X X X
1101 Riverside Avenue; 805-226-0174 12-5 X X
Barrel 27 – Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-5 Gremark Vnyds – Paso Robles By
2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-237-1245 or By Appt X X Clayhouse Wines – Paso Robles Daily 5325 Rancho La Loma Linda; 805 237-0154 Appt X X
849 13th St; 805 238-7055 11-6 X X
Bassetti Vineyards – Cambria By Grey Wolf Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
1191 N. Green Valley Rd; 805-927-1925 Appt X X Croad Vineyards – Paso Robles Fr-Su 2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 11-5:30 X X
 Halter Ranch Vnyd– Paso Robles
3550 Vinedo Robles Lane; 805-226-9899 11-7 X X X
Bear Cave Cellars – Paso Robles By Daily
1227 Park St; 805-238-4329 Appt X X D’Anbino Cellars – Paso Robles Fri-Sun 12-6 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 X X
710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 Closed Tu-We X X
Bella Luna – Templeton Fr-Su HammerSky Vineyards– Paso Robles Fr-Su
1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477 10-5 X X Daou Vineyards – Paso Robles By appt
7725 Vineyard Drive; 949 338-7813 By Appt X X
2777 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805 527-6455 X X
Berardo Vineyards – Paso Robles Weekends Hansen Vineyard – Templeton Fr-Sun
3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 12-5 X X Dark Star Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Su 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 11-5 X X
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389 10:30-5 X X
Bianchi Winery – Paso Robles Daily Harmony Cellars– Harmony Sum 10-5:30
3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 10-5 X X Denner Vineyards & Winery – Paso Robles 3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805 927-1625 Win 10-5 X X
5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 Daily 11-5 X X
Black Hand – San Miguel By Hearthstone – Paso Robles Daily
1735 Nygren Rd; 805-712-WINE Appt X X Derby Wine Estates – Paso Robles Fr-Mo 5070 Vineyard Dr; 805 431-0138 10-5:30 X X
5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 11-5 X X
Booker Vineyard – Paso Robles Fr-Su Hidden Oak – Templeton Fr-Sun
Doce Robles – Paso Robles Daily 4671 South El Pomar; 805 237-9315 11-5 X X
2640 Anderson Rd; 805-237-7367 11-4 X X
2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766 10-5:30 X X
Brian Benson Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Su Hope Family Wines – Paso Robles Fr-Sa
Donati Family Vnyd – Templeton Daily 10-5 1585 Live Oak Road; 805 238-4112 10-4 X X
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 10:30-5 X X
Corner of 46 West & Vineyard Dr; 805-238-0676 X X
Calcareous Winery – Paso Robles Daily Hug Cellars – Paso Robles Thu-Mon 11-5
Donatoni Winery – Paso Robles Sa-Su 12-5 2323 Tuley Rd; 805-226- 8022 & By Appt X X X
3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289 11-5 X X
 Hunt Cellars – Paso Robles
3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Or By Appt X
Caliza Winery – Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-4:30 Daily
Dover Canyon Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su 2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600 10:30-5 X X
2570 Anderson Rd; 805-237-1480 or by appt X X 4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 11-5 X X
Caparone Winery – Paso Robles Daily
2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827 11-5 X X X
Dunning Vineyards Estate Winery – Paso Robles FABULOUS WINES!
1953 Niderer Rd; 805-238-4763 Th-Mo 11-5 X X GREAT VALUES!
 Carina Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-5 Eagle Castle Winery – Paso Robles Daily
2850 Ranchita Canyon, San Miguel
3525 Adelaida Rd; 415-309-2046 or by appt X X X Friday-Sunday 11am-5pm • 805-467-2891
3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 10:30-5:30 X X X Come enjoy the friendly atmosphere
 Eberle Winery – Paso Robles
Carmody McKnight Estate Wines – Paso Robles in our tasting room
Daily while sipping on our latest releases.
11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5 X X 3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607 10-6 X X X
Cass Vineyards – Paso Robles Sa-Su 11-6 Écluse Wines – Paso Robles Fr-Sun  J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines – Paso Robles Daily
7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730 Mo-Fr 12-5 X X 1520 Kiler Canyon Rd; 805 238-4998 11-4 X X 6169 Airport Rd; 805-239-8900 10-5 X X
 Castoro Cellars – Templeton Daily  Edward Sellers – Paso Robles Daily J. Paul Rosilez – Paso Robles Daily
1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725 10-5:30 X X 1220 Park St; 805-239-8915 11-6 X X 4889 Dry Creek Rd; 805-226-0550 11-5 X X

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5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 By Appt X X 7383 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-3378 11-5 X X
 Jada Winery – Paso Robles
Stacked Stone Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Sa 11-5
Th 12-5 Peachy Canyon Winery – Paso Robles Daily 1525 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7872 Su 12-5 X X
5620 Vineyard Dr; 805 226-4200 Fr-Su 10-5 X X X 1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 11-5 X X
Stanger Vineyards – Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-5
JanKris Winery – Templeton Daily Pear Valley – Paso Robles Daily 5225 Hwy 41; 805 238-4777 & By Appt X X
1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 11-5 X X X 4900 Union Road; 805 237-2861 11-5 X X
Stephen’s Cellar – Templeton By
Justin Winery – Paso Robles Daily Penman Springs – Paso Robles 7575 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-2412 Appt X X
11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 238-6932 10-6 X X X 1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 Fr-Su 11-5 X X
Still Waters Vineyards – Paso Robles Th-Mo
Kaleidos – Paso Robles By Per Cazo Cellars – Paso Robles By 2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 11-5 X X
1990 Township Road; 805 226-0828 Appt X X 5325 Vineyard Dr; 805 227-4949 Appt X Summerwood – Paso Robles Daily
Kenneth Volk – Paso Robles Daily  Pianetta – Paso Robles Su, Mo, We, Th 12-6 2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365 10-5:30 X X
 Sylvester Vineyards – Paso Robles
2485 Hwy 46W; 805 237-7896 10:30-5 X X 829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Fr-Sa 11-7 X X X Sum 11-6
Kiamie Wine Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo Pipestone – Paso Robles Th-Mo 5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 Win 11-5 X X X
1111 Riverside Ave, Ste 102; 805 226-8333 11-6 X X 2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 11-5 X X Tablas Creek – Paso Robles Daily
Kukkula – Templeton By Poalillo Vineyards – Paso Robles By 9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231 10-5 X X X
9525 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0111 Appt 18888 Willow Creek Rd; 805-238-0600 Appt
Tackitt Family – San Miguel We-Su
L’Aventure Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su 11-4 Pomar Junction – Templeton Th-Mo 6640 Von Dollen Rd; 805 467-9490 11-5
2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 Mo-We by Appt. X X 5036 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-238-9940 11-5 X X
Terry Hoage – Paso Robles By
Le Cuvier – Paso Robles Fr-Su  Pretty Smith – San Miguel Fr-Su 870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083 Appt
9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-238-5706 12-5 13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104 11-5 X X Thacher Winery – Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-5
Linne Calodo – Paso Robles Daily Rabbit Ridge – Paso Robles Sa-Su 8355 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0087 & By Appt X X
3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 10-5 X X 1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331 11-5 X X Thunderbolt Junction – Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-5
Locatelli Winery – San Miguel Fr-Su Ranchita Canyon – San Miguel Fr-Mo 11-5 2740 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805-226-9907 & By Appt X X
8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 1l-4 X X 3439 Ranchita Canyon Road; 805 467-9448 X X Tobin James Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
Loma Linda Vineyards – Paso Robles By Red Soles – Paso Robles Mo-Sa 11-5 8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 10-6 X X
5155 Rancho La Loma Linda Drive Appt X X 3230 Oakdale Rd; 805-226-9898 Su 12-5 X X Tolo Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Mo
Lone Madrone – Paso Robles Daily Rio Seco – Paso Robles Daily 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282 11-5 X X
2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 10:30-5 X X 4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884 11-5 X X
Treana Winery – Paso Robles Fr-Sa
Maloy O’Neill – Paso Robles Daily RiverStar Vineyards – San Miguel Fr-Mo 1585 Live Oak Rd; 805 238-4112 10-4 X X
5725 Union Rd; 805-238-7320 10-5 X X 7450 Estrella Rd; 805 467-0086 12-5 X X
Turley Wine Cellars – Templeton Daily
Meridian Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily RN Estate Winery – Paso Robles By 2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 9-5 X X
7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133 10-5 X X 7986 North River Rd; 805 610-9802 Appt X X
Venteux Vineyards – Templeton Fr-Su
Meritage Wine Tasting – Paso Robles Sun 11-5 X X  Robert Hall – Paso Robles Daily Win 10-5 1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127 10-5 X X
810 11th St; 805 238-9456 Mon-Thu 11-8 Fri-Sat 11-11 3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 Sum 10-6 X X X Victor Hugo Winery – Templeton By
Midnight Cellars – Paso Robles Daily Rockin’ R Wine – Paso Robles Fri-Sun 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 Appt X X
2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 10-5:30 X X 8500 Union Road; 805 835-8529 11-5 X X Vihuela Winery – Paso Robles
Minassian-Young – Paso Robles Thu-Su Rocky Creek Cellars – Templeton Daily 840 11th St, Ste 104; 805-886-5400 X X
4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571 11-5 X X 8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919 10:30-5 X X Villicana Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su
Mitchella Vineyard – Paso Robles Fr-Su 12-5 Rotta Winery – Paso Robles Daily 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 11-5 X X
2525 Mitchella Ranch Way; 805 239-8555 or by appt X X 3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0510 11-5 X X
Villa Creek Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Su 12-4
Mondo Cellars – Paso Robles Daily Sum 11-6 San Marcos Creek – Paso Robles 5995 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-7145 & By Appt X X
3260 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 226-2925 Win 11-5 X X X 7750 North Hwy; 805-467-9260 Daily 11-5 X X
Villa San-Juliette – San Miguel By
Moonstone Cellars – Cambria Th-Mo Sarzotti Winery – Templeton Sa-Sun 11-5 6385 Cross Canyon Rd; 805 550-0522 Appt X X
801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466 11-5 X X 180 Bella Rancy Rd; 805 226-2022 or By Appt X X
Vina Robles – Paso Robles Daily
Nadeau Family Vintners – Paso Robles Fr-Su  Sculpterra – Paso Robles Fr-Su 10-5 3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812 10-5 X X
3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 12-5 X X 5015 Linne Road, 888-302-8881 or By Appt X X
 Niner Wine Estate – Paso Robles
Vines on the Marycrest – Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-5
Daily Sextant Wines – Templeton By Appt 5050 Mustard Creek Rd; 805 237-0378 & By Appt X X
2400 Highway 46 West; 805-239-2233 10-5 X X Crnr of Almond & S. El Pomar; 866-833-WINE X X
Norman Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
7450 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0138 11-5 X X SILVER HORSE
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7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 10-5 X X 2995 Pleasant Road, San Miguel

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1140 Pine St; 805-237-7525 12-6 X X Come see what everyone is talking about!
Ortman Family Vnyds – Paso Robles Daily 12-5 Vista Del Rey – Paso Robles Su 11-5
1317 Park Street; 805-237-9009 Fr-Sat 12-7 X X Skyhawk Lane – San Miguel By 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 By Appt X X

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8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 11-5 X X 271 B Five Cities; 805-773-WINE 12-5 X X X 2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt X X
Wild Coyote Winery – Paso Robles Daily Pithy Little Wine Co – San Luis ObispoTh-Sa 12-8 Rancho Sisquoc Winery – Santa Maria Daily
3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 11-5 X X 1037 Chorro St; 805 546-1059 Su 12-5,Mo-We 12-6 X X 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 10-4 X X
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1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5 X X 591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 1st Saturday of the month 11-5 6020 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8340 10-4 X X X

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1380 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565 10:30-5 X X 6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE Mon-Fri 12-5 X X 4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051 Appt

York Mountain – Templeton Daily Saucelito Canyon – San Luis Obispo Daily Tres Hermanas Winery – Santa Maria Daily
7505 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-3925 11-4 X X 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 10-5 X X 9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451 10-5 X X
Zenaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily Stephen Ross Wine Cellars – San Luis Obispo Sa-Su 11-5 By Apt Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos Daily
1550 Hwy 46 West; 805-227-0382 11-5 X X X 178 Suburban Rd; 805-594-1318 X X X 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X X
ZinAlley – Templeton Fr-Su  Tangent Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily LOS OLIVOS
3730 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0959 11-5 X X 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 X X
 Talley Vineyards – Arroyo Grande
Alexander & Wayne – Los Olivos Daily
Zoller Wine Styling – Paso Robles Mo-Th 12-8 Daily 2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 11-6 X X
525A Pine St; 805 226-9707 Fr-Sa 12-5 X X 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10:30-4:30 X X Andrew Murray – Los Olivos Daily
S A N TA M A RG A R I TA 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 11-6 X X
Taste – San Luis Obispo Mo-Sa 11-9
Ancient Peaks – Santa Margarita Th-Mo 1003 Osos St; 805-269-TASTE Su 11-5 X X
Arthur Earl – Los Olivos Daily
 Tolosa Winery – San Luis Obispo
22720 El Camino Real; 805-365-7045 11-5:30 X X
Daily 2922 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771 11-6 X X
Pozo Valley – Santa Margarita Fr-Su 4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 11-5 X X Artiste– Los Olivos Wed-Mon
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2200 El Camino Real; 805-286-7172 12-6 X X
Daily 11-6 2948E Grand Avenue; 805 686-2626 11-5:30 X X
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 Alapay Cellars – Avila Beach
480 Front St; 805-595-9663 Sat till 7 X X Beckmen Vineyards – Los Olivos Daily
Daily Wolff Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily 2670 Ontiveros ; 805-688-8664 11-5 X X
415 First St; 805-595-2632 10:30-6 X X
6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448 11-5 X X X Brander Vineyard – Los Olivos Sum 10-5
Aron Hill Vineyards – Morro Bay Daily 11-6 2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 Win 11-4 X X
845 Embarcadero Rd, Suite F; 805-610-5751 Win Th-Mo X X S A N TA M A R I A / F O X E N C A N YO N
 Baileyana Estate – San Luis Obispo Addamo Estate Vineyards – Old Orcutt Tu-Su Brophy Clark Cellars – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room
Daily 2905 Grand Ave; 805-929-4830 Daily 11-6 X X
5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 X X 400 East Clark Ave. Suite A; 805-937-6400 11-7 X X
Barnwood Winery – Arroyo Grande Daily Bedford Thompson – Los Alamos Daily Byron Vnyd Tasting Room – Los Olivos Thu-Sun
453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE 11-5 X X 448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 11-5 X X 2367 Alamo Pintako Ave; 805 938-7365 11-5 X X
Bishop’s Peak Wines – Arroyo Grande Daily Byron Vineyard – Santa Maria By Carhartt Vineyard – Los Olivos Sum We-Mo 11-5
3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10-4:30 X X 5250 Tepusquet Rd; 805 938-7365 Appt 2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 Win Th-Mo 11-5 X X
Cerro Caliente – San Luis Obispo Fr-Su Cambria Winery – Santa Maria Daily  Carina Cellars – Los Olivos Daily
831 A Via Esteban; 805-544-2842 11-5 X X 5475 Chardonnay Lane; 805 938-7318 10-5 X X 2900 Grand Ave; 805-688-2459 11-5 X X
 Chamisal Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily  Costa de Oro – Santa Maria Th-Su 11-6 Consilience – Los Olivos Daily
7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463 10-5 X X 1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 Closed Mo-We X X 2933 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 11-5 X X
Claiborne & Churchill – San Luis Obispo Daily Core Wine – Orcutt We-Su Coquelicot – Los Olivos Su-Th 11-5
2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 11-5 X X 2884 Grand Ave; 805-688-1500 Fr 11-6, Sa 10-6 X X
 Edna Valley Vineyard – San Luis Obispo Daily
145 S. Gray Street, Ste 103; 805 937-1600 11-6 X X
Cottonwood Canyon – Santa Maria Daily Curtis Winery – Los Olivos Daily
2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 10-5 X X 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X X
 Kelsey See Canyon – San Luis Obispo Daily
3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-VINE 10-5:30 X X X

1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 11-5:30 X X X Curtis Winery – Los Olivos Daily Daniel Gehrs Winery – Los Olivos Daily
5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X X 2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 11-6 X X
Kynsi Winery – Arroyo Grande Th-Mo
2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 11-5 X X Fess Parker – Los Olivos Daily Epiphany Cellars – Los Olivos Daily
 Laetitia Vineyard – Arroyo Grande
6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X X 2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 11:30- 5:30 X X
 FirestoneVineyards – Los Olivos
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453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 11-5 X X Daily Evans Ranch – Los Olivos Daily
5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X 2901 Grand Ave; 805 688-0558 12-6 X X
Morovino – Avila Beach Th-Mo
550 1st St; 805-627-1443 12-5 X X Foxen Vineyard – Santa Maria Daily Fess Parker – Los Olivos Daily
 Per Bacco Cellars – San Luis Obispo
7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251 11-4 X X 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X X
 Firestone Vineyard – Los Olivos
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1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485 11-5 X X X IO Vineyards – The Bench in Los Olivos Th-Mo Daily
2367 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805 938-7365 11-5 X X 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X
NOW OPEN IN THE VILLAGE  Kenneth Volk Vineyards – Santa Maria Daily Great Oaks Ranch – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
OF ARROYO GRANDE 5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 10:30-4:30 X X X 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
211 East Branch Street
Sun-Mon, Thu 11-5 • Fri-Sat 11-7 Koehler – Los Olivos Daily J Wilkes Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
805-481-WINE (9463) 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X X 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
Enjoy exceptional hand crafted wines that showcase the best fruit Labyrinth – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang John Kerr Wines – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room
from Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties. 2717 Aviation Way; 805-268-4155 Daily 10-5 X X 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6 X X
Piedra Creek Winery – San Luis Obispo McKeon-Philips – Santa Maria Daily Koehler – Los Olivos Daily
6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 By Appt 2115 S Blosser Rd; 805-928-3025 11-6 X X 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X X

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Lane Tanner Wines – at Los Olivos Tasting Room Mosby Winery – Buellton Daily Buttonwood Farm – Santa Ynez Daily
2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6 X X 9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 10-4 X X 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd; 800-715-1404 11-5 X X
Longoria Wines – Los Olivos Daily Palmina – Lompoc Th-Su Gainey Vineyard – Santa Ynez Daily
2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 11-4:30 X X 1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 11-4 X X 3950 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0558 10-5 X X X
Oak Savanna – at Andrew Murray Tasting Room in Los Olivos Sanford Winery – Lompoc Daily Imagine Wine – Santa Ynez Daily
2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-6 X X 5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 11-4 X X 3563 Numancia #103; 805-688-1767 10-5 X X
Qupé Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos SOLVANG Kalyra Winery – Santa Ynez Mo-Fr 11-5
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-968-9699 Daily 11-5 X X 343 North Refugio Rd; 805-693-8864 Sa-Su 10-5 X X
Au Bon Climat – at Taste of the Valleys Su-Th 12-8
Saarloos & Sons – Los Olivos Daily 1672 Mission Drive; 805 688-7111 Fr-Sa 12-10 X X
2971 Grand Ave; 805 688-1200 11-5 X X Roblar Winery – Santa Ynez Sa-Su 10-5
Blackjack Ranch – Solvang Th-Mo 3010 Roblar Ave; 805-686-2603 Mo-Fr 11-5 X X
Silver Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412 11-5 X X
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-963-3052 Daily 11-5 X X Sunstone – Santa Ynez Daily
Blair Fox Cellars – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang 125 Refugio Rd; 800-313-9463 10-4 X X
Scott Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo 1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 Daily 11-8 X X
2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-570-0048 12-5 X X S A N TA BA R BA R A
Carivintas Winery – Solvang Sun-Thu 12-6 Carr Vineyards – Santa Barbara Daily
Star Lane – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 476 First St; 805 693-4331 Fri-Sat 12-9 X X
2445 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X 414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985 11-5 X X
D’Alfonso Curran – Solvang Win Su-Th 11-5, Fr-Sa 11-6 Coastal Winery – Santa Barbara Daily
Solpman Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Sum Su-Th 11-6, Fr-Sa 11-7 X X
2434 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-688-0400 11-4 X X End of State St; 805-962-2100 11-7+ in sum X X
East Valley - at The Olive House in Solvang
Three Saints – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 1661 Mission Dr; 805 686-5159 Daily 10-5 X X Jaffurs – Santa Barbara Fr-Su
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X 819 East Montectio St; 805-962-7003 11-5 X X
Honeywood/Olde Mission Wine Co.
Tre Anelli – Los Olivos Daily Tasting room for Honeywood, Michael Grace and Ovene Winery Giessinger – Santa Barbara Mo-Th 12-7
2923 Grand Ave; 805-686-3000 11-5 X X 212 State St; 805-568-0820 Fr 12-7:30 Sa-Sun 11-8 X X
1539 Mission Dr, #Unit B, Solvang Daily
Verdad Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 805-686-9323 9:30-5:30 X X Kalyra Winery – Santa Barbara Mo-Th 12-7
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X 212 State St; 805-695-8606 Fr-Su 12-8 X X
Lincourt Vineyards – Solvang Daily
Wild Heart Winery – Los Olivos Th-Mo 12-6 1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554 10-5 X X Kunin Wines – Santa Barbara Daily
2933-C Grand Ave; 805-688-7386 Sa 11-7 X X 28 Anacapa St, Suite A; 805-963-9696 11-6 X X
Lions Peak Vineyards – Solvang Daily
Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos Daily 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 11-6:30 X X
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X X Municipal Winemakers – Santa Barbara On
Lucas & Lewellen – Solvang Daily 28 Anacapa Street; 805 598-1896 weekends X X
L O M P O C / B U E L LT O N 1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 11-5:30 X X
Santa Barbara Winery – Santa Barbara Daily
Alma Rosa – Buellton Daily Mandolina Wines – Solvang Daily 202 Anacapa St; 805-963-3633 10 - 5 X X
7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090 11-4:30 X X 1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506 11-5:30 X X
Summerland – Summerland Tue-Sun
Ampelos Cellars – Lompoc Sat 11-4 Margerum – at Taste of the Valleys Su-Th 12-8 2330 Lillie Ave; 805-565-WINE 11-6 X X
1633 West Central Avenue, 805-736-9957 By Appt X X 1672 Mission Drive; 805 688-7111 Fr-Sa 12-10 X X
Oreana Winery – Santa Barbara
Babcock Winery – Lompoc Daily Michael Grace – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang 205 Anacapa St; 805-962-5857 Daily 11-5 X X
5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455 10:30-4 X X 1539 Mission; 805-686-9323 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X
Westerly Vineyards – Santa Barbara Daily
Casa Cassara – Buellton Mo,We,Th 12-6:30 Ovene Winery – at Old Mission Tasting Company in Solvang 28 Anacapa St, Suite A; 805-963-9696 11-6 X X
291 Valley Station Dr; 805-688-8691 Fr-Su 11-6:30 X X 1539 Mission; 714-420-2525 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X
Clos Pepe – Lompoc By Whitcraft Winery – Santa Barbara Daily Fri-Sun 12-4
Presidio Vineyard – Solvang Daily 36A S. Calle Cesar Chavez; 805-730-1680 Mon-Thu call X X
4777 East Hwy 246; 805-735-2196 Appt 1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 11-6 X X
Dierberg Estate/Star Lane/Three Saints – Lompoc Wine Cask Alliance – Santa Barbara Daily
Rideau Vineyard – Solvang Daily 813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 11-7 X X
1280 Drum Canyon Rd; 866-652-8430 Daily 11-5 X X 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 11-4 X X
Fiddlehead Cellars – Lompoc Fr-Sa VENTURA COUNTY
1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 805 742-0204 11-4 X X Royal Oaks – Solvang Tu-Sa 11-7
1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740 Su-Mo By Appt X X Bella Victorian Vineyard – Camarillo We-Th 11:30-7
Flying Goat Cellars – Lompoc Th-Sa 2135 E. Ventura Blvd; 805-383-8800 Fr-Sat11:30-8,Su11:30-4 X X
1520A East Chestnut Court; 805 736-9032 11-4 X X Rusack Vineyard – Solvang Daily
1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 11-5 X X Camarillo Custom Crush – Camarillo Sat-Sun
Foley Estates – Lompoc Daily 300 S. Lewis Rd, Ste C; 805-484-0597 11-5 X X
 Cantara Cellars– Camarillo
6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222 10-5 X X Shoestring Winery – Solvang Fr-Su
800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 11-4 X X Weekends
Harrison-Clarke – Lompoc By 126 Wood Rd, Ste 104; 805-484-9600 11-5 X X
805-686-0850 Appt X X Sort This Out Cellars – Solvang Sun-Thu 10-7
1636 Copenhagen Drive; 805-688-1717 Fri-Sat 10-10 X X Casa Barranca – Ojai Wed, Thu, Sun 12-6
Hitching Post Wines – at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton 208 E. Ojai Ave; 805-640-1255 Fri, Sat 12-8 X X
406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X X Uncorked/Monsoon Cellars Fr-Sa 12-9pm
467 Alisal Rd Ste 2; 805-693-8000; Solvang Su 12-6 X X Herzog Wine Cellars – Oxnard Sun-Fri
Huber Vineyards – Lompoc Sa-Sun 11-4 3201 Camino Del Sol; 805-938-1560 Call for hours X X
4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 & By Appt X X Wandering Dog Wine Bar – Solvang Daily
1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 11-8ish X X Old Creek Ranch Winery – Ojai Valley Daily
Ken Brown Wines – Buellton By
70 Industrial Way; 805-448-3791 Appt S A N TA YN E Z 10024 Old Creek Rd; 805-649-4132 11-5 X X
Lafond Vineyard – Buellton Daily Artiste – Santa Ynez Daily Ojai Beverage Co. & Tasting Rm – Ojai Daily
6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 10-5 X X 3569 Sagunto St; 805-686-2626 11-5 X X 655 E. Ojai Ave; 805 646-1700 10-9 X X
Melville Vineyard – Lompoc Daily Bridlewood Estate – Santa Ynez Daily Rancho Ventavo Cellars – Oxnard Fri-Sun 11-6
5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 11-4 X X 3555 Roblar Ave; 805-688-9000 10-5 X X 1741 S. A Street, 805 483-8084 Monday Holidays X X

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