Central Coast Edition - Oct 1, 2013

SERVING SAN LUIS OBISPO & SANTA BARBARA COUNTIES
OCTOBER 2013
YOUR GUIDE TO CENTRAL COAST WINE TASTING & EVENTS
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CELEBRATING 34 YEARS AT EBERLE WINERY

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TALLEY VINEYARDS PINOT PAIRED WITH PORK CHOPS

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PASO ROBLES HARVEST WINE WEEKEND

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SANTA YNEZ SCARECROW FESTIVAL

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SANTA BARBARA EPICUREAN ADVENTURE

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The Taste of Autumn

With autumns chill in the air, its time to cozy up to J. Lohr Gesture. Pair these fine Rhne-style wines with your favorite fall comfort foods.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS | WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTH
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WINE REGIONS
63 | CENTRAL COAST MAP 26 | SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY San Luis Obispo Wineries Map, 27 West Side Wineries: Venteaux WInery, 19 Pleasant Valley Wineries, 29 Paso Robles Wineries Map, 32-33 Downtown Paso Robles Wineries, 32 34 | SANTA BARBARA COUNTY Northern Santa Barbara County Wineries Map, 35 Solvang Wineries: Wandering Dog, 40 Los Alamos: Martian Ranch Vineyard, 42 Foxen Canyon Wineries: Zaca Mesa, 43; Rancho Sisquoc, 45 Santa Maria Valley: Original Roadhouse Grill, 46 Los Olivos Wineries: Tessa Marie Wines, 48; Toretti Family, 49; Los Olivos Tasting Room, 50; Dragonette Cellars, 51 Lompoc Wine Ghetto: Arcadian Winery, 52 Santa Barbara: Corks and Crowns, 53
FEATURES
10 | SUMMERWOOD WINERY & INN Artisan Winery & Farm Fresh Cuisine Create a Destination 16 | EBERLE WINERY Celebrating 34 Years 18 | WINEMAKER PROFILE: ROBERT HALL WINERY Don Brady 22 | PERFECT PAIRS: Talley Vineyards 24 | PREFERRED TASTING ROOM Clautiere Vineyard 25 | PASO ROBELS HARVEST WINE WEEKEND 28 | BROKEN EARTH WINERY The Land of Worked Earth 30 | PREFERRED TASTING ROOM Jada Vineyard & Winery 31 | WINEMAKER PROFILE: NINER WINE ESTATES Patrick Muran 36 | ON THE COVER: QUP Qup is Way Cool 39 | SOLVANGS THIRD WEDNESDAYS 47 | SANTA BARBARA EPICUREAN ADVENTURE
REGULARS
8 | WINEOLOGY by Len Napolitano What are the proper conditions for storing wine? 12 | CALENDAR OF EVENTS San Luis Obispo County, 12 Santa Barbara County, 14 Ventura County, 15 20 | DINING DIRECTORY 54 | VARIETALS CHART San Luis Obispo County, 54-55 Santa Barbara County, 56-57 58 | WINERY LISTINGS Paso Robles, 58; San Luis Obispo, 60 Santa Maria/Foxen Canyon, 60 Los Alamos, 60; Los Olivos, 60 Lompoc/Buellton, 61 Solvang, 61; Santa Ynez, 62 Santa Barbara, 62; Ventura County, 62 62 | WINE COUNTRY DEALS & DISCOUNTS 63 | CENTRAL COAST MAP
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INTELLIGENCE FOR ThE WINE CONSUMER

BY LEN NAPOLITANO
What are the proper conditions for storing wine?

Proper wine storage becomes important when keeping wines for the long term. If you typically drink your wines within a month or so of purchase, the storage environment is less critical, but certain basic rules should still be followed. Long-term or short, the one condition that destroys a wine the fastest is a warm environment. I suggest avoiding storing wine in places where the temperature is consistently above 68 degrees. If the room reaches 68 degrees for short periods of time intermittently throughout the year, then I would be okay with that. (Humidity is not as critical as temperature, unless it is consistently high, say above 90% and you also keep your wines in wooden crates, which are not compatible with high humidity.) Rooms or storage areas with extremes in temperature, vibration and light must be avoided. Ideally, and especially for long-term keeping of quality wines, the temperature range should be narrowed to 50 to 60, for both red and white wines. Failing to keep wine within these limits will either accelerate the aging (high-temperature conditions) or slow the aging (cold temperature conditions), and both conditions will degrade the character and balance of the wine. Laying bottles down bottles on their sides will keep wine in contact with the cork and insure that it remains moist and expanded for keeping a tight closure. A dry cork, arising from a bottle stored upright, will become brittle, shrink and eventually allow air to get to the wine. Over a long period of time, air will eventually ruin the quality of the wine. If you are a relatively serious wine collector, you may want to consider a wine storage unit that works similar to a normal refrigerator. The difference is in the wine storage units precise control of storage temperature in addition to having a low light environment and vibration-damping design. A normal refrigerators motor will cause vibrations that could harm very old wines that contain sediment. Wine storage units come in a wide variety of sizes and have bottle shelves or drawers for holding as few as 24 bottles or as much as 2000 bottles, and sometimes more. The largest units are walk-in rooms with light, bottle racks, shelves and a refrigeration unit, delivered complete and ready to assemble With apartments or houses without basements, the wine storage unit is a necessity for keeping valuable wines. If you have a house with basement that has fairly consistent temperature and humidity throughout the year, you automatically have a low-cost, convenient storage area. Always keep wines in a relatively dark area of the basement, as sunlight, and to a lesser extent, fluorescent light will harm wine.
Len Napolitano is the author of Nose, Legs, Body! Know Wine Like The Back of Your Hand, a quick and easy guide for the wine beginner. The book is available at bookstores, online and at wineology.com. Follow Len on Twitter: @wineologist and visit his blog: noselegsbody.com. Send your wine question to Len: wineologist@earthlink.net
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Great Tasting Wine for Summer or Fall.

Enjoy Clautieres New Release: 2011 Estate Malbec
We pair all our wines with gourmet cheeses. Harvest Weekend October 19-21
Malbec is paired with Midnight Moon a delicious goats milk cheese from Holland. Friday & Sunday Open House featuring new releases and old favorites paired with gourmet cheeses and special treats. Sliders and barrel tastings at every participating Union Road Wine Trail winery. Saturday noon to 4 p.m. Enjoy our wine and gourmet cheese pairing plus a slider and barrel tasting. Live Music Too!
Sip and Slider Event Saturday, October 19
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SUMMERWOOD WINERY & INN

Artisan Winery and Farm Fresh Cuisine Create a Destination
BY KIM MURPhY-RODRIGUES
Open daily 10 a.m. to 6p.m. 2175 Arbor Road, Paso Robles www.summerwoodwine.com | (805) 227-1365
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Located on Arbor Road, the SummerWood estate is a welcoming landmark for travelers venturing west on Highway 46. With its white picket fence and grand lawn peppered with native trees, the picturesque SummerWood Winery & Inn beckons guests to drop by for a relaxing visit. Owned by the Fukae family of Japan, the property reflects the familys dedication to detail and focus on hospitality. The SummerWood Winery is known for its artisan wines, all crafted by Winemaker Mauricio Marchant from westside Paso Robles AVA fruit. SummerWoods winemaking philosophy is to nurture the fruit, with minimal irrigation and reduced crop loads in an effort to maximize varietal character and complexity. The winerys portfolio includes both Bordeaux and Rhne varietals and blends, with an exciting line-up of new releases for Fall, including a Cabernet Sauvignon, Solerastyle Zinfandel Port and the winerys Sentio, a Bordeaux blend. SummerWood will host their annual Sentio Under the Stars winemaker dinner in October, highlighting a vertical tasting of Sentio past, present and future, paired with cuisine presented by Executive Chef Kelly Wangard. With their wines exclusive to the tasting room, SummerWood offers a convenient option of directto-consumer delivery with two wine clubs - the Seasons Club and the Private Reserve Club, which includes an allocation of the winerys sought-after Private Reserve wine. SummerWood wine club members can also enjoy the added benefit of the nine guest room SummerWood Inn, located adjacent to the winery. The inn recently completed an extensive renovation, with updates to all guest suites, and a re-design of the inns entrance, grand living room, and dining room and the addition of a demonstration kitchen and an outdoor dining space. The inns design is a combination of historic meets contemporary blended into a rustic, vintage elegance. SummerWood Inn guests are treated to a farm fresh cooked-to-order breakfast, afternoon wine and appetizer reception and an evening dessert. Guest amenities include a nightly turn-down service with handmade caramels and culinary infused bath products created exclusively for SummerWood by Paso Robles-based Oluv Skin. A full calendar of events is planned at SummerWood Winery & Inn for the Fall, including cooking classes, a yoga retreat and a Girls Night Out. The estate is an ideal site for destination weddings, celebrations and corporate retreats. Discover SummerWood and enjoy an authentic Paso Robles experience a destination where you can enjoy artisan wines and wine country cuisine all in one setting.
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ONGOING Bike, Hike and Kayak Trips Explore the amazing outdoor world of the Central Coast Outdoors. Ten unique day trips, including bicycling the legendary Pacific Coast highway, hiking Big Sur and kayaking among the profusion of bird life in Morro Bay. All trips include necessary transportation, a gourmet picnic lunch and knowledgeable guide(s). $79-$119. Bike rentals available. Call for reservations. 888-873-5610 OCTOBER 10-14 5th Annual Central Coast Railroad Festival The Central Coast Railroad Festival is designed for the casual train buff and the avid rail fan. It celebrates rail's history and future while experiencing all types of modeling, rail excursions, concerts, films, exhibits, ceremonies, historical presentations and special programs. Activities will take place at numerous historical and educational railroad locations throughout San Luis Obispo and northern Santa Barbara counties. Most events are free and family friendly. 805-773-4173 www.ccrrf.com ARROYO GRANDE ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS Teachers Appreciation Night at Phantom Rivers In appreciation for all the dedication of school district personnel. Stop by the tasting room for happy hour specials. 3:30-7pm, 25% discounts off all bottles and $2.50 off any wine by the glass! www.phantomrivers.com, 805-481-9463 ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Winemakers Choice Night at Phantom Rivers 5-7pm, www.phantomrivers.com, 805-481-9463 ONGOING SATURDAYS Arroyo Grande Farmers Market Farm fresh produce & flowers, art show and live entertainment in the Arroyo Grande City hall Parking Lot at 215 East Branch Street. 12-2:30pm, www.arroyograndevillage.org, 805-473-2250 ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Ice Cream Creating ~ A Family Affair! The Doc 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. www.docburnsteins.com 805-474-4068 ONGOING Winemakers Choice at Phantom Rivers The first Friday of every month join John & Linda for their Winemakers Choice tasting. John will be pouring his favorites (or mention what you like and were sure he will open it for you)! 5-7pm, www.phantomrivers.com 805-481-9463 OCTOBER 13 Tunes at Talley Vineyards Its all happening at Talley Vineyards this summer. Come enjoy the tunes of Proxima Parada. Wine by the glass, $4. Food for purchase from Granada Gipsy Caravan. 1-4pm, 805-489-0446,www.talleyvineyards.com NOVEMBER 1 Harvest Celebration Winemaker Dinner at Laetitia Vineyard & Winery Join them for a Winemaker Dinner featuring Eric hickey celebrating the completion of harvest with delicious fare by Chef Meagan of Lido Restaurant paired with Laetitia & NADIA wines. 6pm, $125/$100 for Wine Club Members, 805-474-7641 www.laetitiawine.com DECEMBER 6 Winter in the Vineyard at Laetitia Vineyards Join them during this beautiful time of year for an all day open house with light snacks and live music from LiV & RoB from 4-7pm 11am-7pm, $10, Complimentary for Wine Club Members www.laetitiawine.com
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NOVEMBER 2 23rd Annual Cayucos Car Show This event is sold out every year! Awesome cars, good music, beer Garden, BBQ at the Vet's hall (free for registered participants). For application, e-mail relax@seasidemotel.com or call 9am-4pm, 805-995-3809 www.cayucoschamber.com NOVEMBER 17 Cayucos Food and Wine Festival Cayucos Wine and Food festival showcases the delectable flavors of the Central Coast. Come to Cayucos and enjoy an evening of wine and food tasting. Admission $25 or $30 at door. 4-8pm, Cayucos Vet's hall, at the foot of the pier 805-995-0095, cayucoschamber.com PASO ROBLES
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NOVEMBER 1-3 Rockin' Harvest on the Coast Enjoy the transcendent sights, scents and flavors of this signature season as they present their annual Rockin harvest Celebration, a rambunctious extravaganza of local food and wine. The main event is an outdoor grand tasting and auction on Saturday at Avila Beach Golf Resort, featuring wine tasting, artisan foods, live music and ocean views. The auction features a broad selection of rare wines, culinary treats and SLO Wine Country destination experiences.The festivities unfold throughout the weekend with winemaker dinners on Friday evening and winery open houses on Sunday. Dont miss this opportunity to dive into their harvest seasonits the next best thing to making the wine yourself! www.slowine.com CAYUCOS, CAMBRIA & MORRO ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 2013 Cambria Scarecrow Festival During October, the most artistic, creative and lively scarecrows will line the streets of Cambria's East & West Villages & Moonstone Beach. 805-909-9000 or Sue at 805-927-2597, www.cambriascarecrows.com OCTOBER 5 7th Annual Oktoberfest This annual party offers German food, beverages, music, dancing and singing. Proceeds benefit local charities. Oktoberfest in Cambria is wunderbar! Don't miss the German Car Show in the Veterans' Parking Lot. 12-7pm, 805-927-3065 www.cambriaoktoberfest.com OCTOBER 5 31st Annual Morro Bay Harbor Festival Taste the freshest seafood straight off the boat at the popular Commercial Fishermens BBQ and sample wine and beer from more than 30 wineries and breweries in their incredible Seafood, Beer and Wine Court. Bring the kids and be delighted by the strolling entertainment and performance art throughout the festival grounds and watch the amazement in their eyes in the free, interactive Discovering Science exhibit. The newly designed Seafood, Wine and Beer Court showcases up to 30 local wineries, restaurants, beers and local businesses will present their specialties under their free-flowing canopy smack dab in the middle of the festival grounds. Taste the best the Central Coast has to offer and dont forget to try the Commercial Fishermen Associations unforgettable albacore kabobs. The popular Chowder Contest is a big attraction on Sunday and the public chooses who cooks the best chowder in town. You wont want to miss the popular oyster-eating contest hosted by Giovannis Fish Market and Galley. www.mbhf.com OCTOBER 19 2nd Annual Central Coast Oyster Festival Morro Bay Golf Course, 805-459-0701, www.centralcoastoysterfestival.com OCTOBER 20 Antique Street Faire Come one, come all and enjoy springtime while seeking out something old and something new! There is something for everyone at this sale. Downtown Ocean Ave. becomes a pedestrian zone while browsers and shoppers can checkout the many goods being offered by local and visiting vendors. Food is also on the menu, be it from a Cayucos eatery or one of our visiting vendors. 7am-4pm www.cayucoschamber.com OCTOBER 20 Harvest Winemakers Dinner at Hearst Ranch Warehouse Celebrate harvest with an enchanted evening in the Old Village of San Simeon in their private event warehouse, located on the scenic bluff overlooking the Point. Experience this historical setting while you sample our fall releases, enjoy an epicurean dinner by Cahoots Catering, dance to the sounds of The Louie Ortega Band and visit with their winemaker and owners. Wine club members are also invited to pick-up their fall shipment during the event. 5-9pm, $105, $85/club member, RSVP, 805-467-2231 or 805-927-4100, www.hearstranchwinery.com OCTOBER 20 A Grang Ole Soupabration-Soup, Wine & Wildlife Pacific Wildlife Care will host A Grand Ole Soupabration--Soup, Wine & Wildlife, at Camp Ocean Pines in Cambria. Restaurants and chefs will compete for the best soups around, gourmet food samplers will offer tastings, and wineries will also pour tastings of the boutique wines. $45/general, $15/for wine tasting, which includes a souvenir glass. 1-5pm, 805-543-WILD (9453). Benefiting Pacific Wildlife Care, www.pacificwildlifecare.org OCTOBER 25 Stranded In Morro Bay! First ever Vintage Camping Trailer Rally to be held at Morro Strand State Park. Wine and food tasting! Craft show and more! Saturday night concert. 805-772-2694, www.ccnha.org
ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER Artwork by Jennifer Hubbard at Castoro Cellars Castoro Cellars will be proudly displaying the artwork of Jennifer hubbard in their Events Gallery the month of October. You may know her best by the great paintings of their famous winery cat Desperado!Stop by and view her great pieces any day between 10-5:30pm, www.castorocellars.com ONGOING FIRST FRIDAYS First Fridays Sip-N-Sing at Doce Robles Join their staff at Doce Robles Winery the first Friday of every month for karaoke, sippin and sunsets. Enjoy wines by the glass at only $5 or pair with artisan cheeses and locally cured meats for just $10. Enjoy sipping one of their many delicious wines next to the vineyards. Wines will be sold by the glass and by the bottle. Sing and sip into the sunsets. 5:30-8pm, 805-227-4766 www.docerobles.com ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER Train Wreck Fridays At Pomar Junction Relax and unwind from a stressful week with Pomar Junction wines. BBQ Tri Tip or Pulled Pork Sandwiches available for purchase. Wines available to purchase by the bottle or glass. Enjoy a beautiful sunset over the vineyard and rolling hills with picturesque views. Event is complimentary to Parlour Club members or $10 general, 5:30-8:30pm, www.pomarjunction.com October 18: Blimp Pilots ONGOING FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS Wood Fired Pizzas at Robert Hall Winery They'll have the wood-buring pizza oven fired up Friday and Saturday from 11-3pm. Artisan authentic Italian handmade pizzas will be fresh baked daily on-site. You pick your pizza and they'll recommend the wine! $12/pizza, Join them for lunch and enjoy the view. 805-239-1616, www.roberthallwinery.com ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Pinot Noir Blending Seminar at Wild Horse Winery Templeton Learn the art of blending wine. Experience first hand what being a winemaker is all about. Sample Pinot Noirs from the Central Coast AVA and learn what terroir truly means. Each participant creates their own blend to take home. $50, $35/wine club. By appointment 11am or 2pm, Limit 10 www.wildhorsewinery.com, RSVP, 805-434-2541 ext. 15 ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Patio Food Pairings at Opolo Vineyards Join them on the patio for delicious gourmet pizzas from their wood burning oven, sandwiches or sample an array of sausages, all paired with excellent Opolo wines. Cheers! www.opolo.com, 805-238-9593 ONGOING SATURDAYS Tours & Tastings at Eberle Winery VIP Tastings by appointment, $25, Complimentary cave tours every half hour www.eberlewinery.com, 805-238-9607 ONGOING Live Music on the Patio at Niner Wine Estates 1-4pm, www.ninerwine.com, 805-239-2233 ONGOING 2013 Friday Fte at Silver Horse Winery Friday Fte is our monthly event held in the Silver horse Winery Gardens. Winemaker, Stephen Kroener, and his staff will prepare gourmet fare for you to enjoy while listening to great music and tasting fantastic wines. Fete Fridays are a great way to start off your weekend with a bang! Bring your lawn chairs, your friends and your appetite. 5:30-8:30pm, $10-$15, 805-467-WINE www.silverhorse.com October 18: The Typsy Gypsies
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ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Winemaker Wednesdays at the Paso Wine Centre 6-9pm, $12/wine flight, additional $12/food pairing www.pasowinecentre.com, 805-239-9156 ONGOING SATURDAYS Live Music at the Paso Wine Centre 8-10pm, free, www.pasowinecentre.com, 805-239-9156 ONGOING SUNDAYS Live Music at Sculpterra Live entertainment sponsored by "Songwriters At Play." 1-4pm, free, www.sculpterra.com ONGOING Go Ballooning Enjoy incredible views of the wine country of Paso Robles, Atascadero, San Miguel and Templeton. You float along at 2-3 miles per hour from an altitude of a few feet up to several thousand feet above the ground. 1-4 passengers per trip. Weather permitting. Call for reservations. www.sloballoon.com 805-458-1530 ONGOING EVERY OTHER SATURDAY Saturday Live at Vina Robles Every other Saturday, you are invited to slow down from your week, sit back and enjoy live music - all while savoring award-winning Vina Robles wines. Wine for purchase & tastings available. Complimentary, 1-4pm www.vinarobles.com, 805-227-4812 ONGOING EVERY OTHER SATURDAY Sunday Brunch at Veris Cellars Catered brunch & bottomless mimosas. Templeton, 11am-2pm, $25 $18/without mimosas, www.veriscellars.com, 805-434-0319 ONGOING EVERY SECOND SUNDAY Central Coast Railroad Festival Wine-Train Excursions The excursions include a trip up the Cuesta Grade to Paso Robles on Amtrak's Coast Starlight, complimentary wine tasting, light lunch snacks, rail history and a private bus trip down to San Luis Obispo. The winter excursions begin and end at Anglim Winery in the historical Southern Pacific Depot next to the Paso Robles Amtrak Station. OCTOBER 4 The Wine & Roses Bike Bash Party at Wild Horse Winery Wild horse Winery is a proud sponsor of the Wine & Roses Bike Ride on Saturday, October and will be hosting the pre-race dinner on the Friday night prior. Join them for dinner, and a beautiful ride the next day! For tickets and additional information: www.wineandrosesride.com www.wildhorsewinery.com OCTOBER 5 Bocce Ball Tournament at Eberle Winery Its one of the best events of the year at Eberle Winery! Their annual bocce ball tournament beckons players from across the United States to have their hand at our fun competition. With a glass of wine in one hand and the ball in the other, anyone (21 and over) can play! The games take place at the Eberles personal residence and at the winery and end with dinner, music and great prizes for the top winners. Email members@eberlewinery.com, 805-238-9607 www.eberlewinery.com OCTOBER 5 Street Taco Saturday at Eos Estate Winery Visit the winery for Street Taco Saturday and enjoy the fantastic panorama of colors courtesy of the fall vineyard views from their patio. Enjoy 2 tacos for $5 which include handmade tortillas, carne asada, chicken verde and salsa from local favorite San Luis Salsa Company. Wine will be available by the glass and bottle. 11am-4pm, 805-591-8050, www.eosvintage.com OCTOBER 5 Ancestor Dinner at Halter Ranch Celebrate their esteemed 2010 Ancestor Estate Reserve during their highlyanticipated, annual Ancestor Dinner. Set in their historic barn, this intimate, formal dinner will feature an unforgettable menu, paired prepared by Chef Meagen Loring, with halter Ranch estate wines. 6pm, $135, $108 members 1-888-367-9977, www.halterranch.com
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OCTOBER 5 Cooking Class: Italian Family Cooking at Niner Wines Estates Italian food and wine are a natural pairing, and for many budding foodies, Italian cooking is a fantastic style of cuisine with which to explore ones cooking skill-set. Chef Marco of Caf Roma in San Luis Obispo is the ultimate candidate to help you with this journey priding himself and his family business on great food and genuine hospitality, which always culminate in an ideal Italian dining experience. In the Italian Family Cooking Class, Chef Marco will work with you in a hands-on environment to create simple yet delectable Northern Italian cuisine, with a slight Swiss influence. And while an Italian Chef is always great, an Italian mother is even better so lucky for you, Chef Marcos mother, Maria Rosa, will be joining her son and divulging a few handed-down family cooking secrets. Class Includes: 3 hours of hands-on instruction with Chef Marco. 3-course gourmet luncheon paired with Niner Wine Estates wines. Recipe booklet from the class. Niner Wine Estates apron to take home as a gift. Special discounts on wine purchases. $155, $124/CLUB 9 members, $116.25/CLUB 9 Onyx members, Class space is limited and reservations are required. 11am-3pm, RSVP event@ninerwine.com, 805-239-2233, ext. 11 www.ninerwine.com OCTOBER 12 Harvest Wine Weekend Kick Off Concert at Castoro Cellars The weekend kicks off with a party on Friday night featuring local reggae funk band, Resination! A catered dinner will be available for purchase by Alex's BBQ. This concert will get you out of your seat and make you want to dance. $15, $10 Wine Club members (includes a glass of wine from their famous keg barrel), Doors open at 6:30pm, www.castorocellars.com OCTOBER 12 SLOFolks Indoor Concert at Castoro Cellars This duo fuses cello and guitar on our indoor stage, don't miss this show! Their name, Montana Skies, is a metaphor for musical freedom, and they continue to follow their creative instincts far beyond traditional boundaries. In concert, these award winning musicians delve into music from Pink Floyd and Rush to Vivaldi, and house of the Rising Sun, as well as their own originals that have been featured everywhere from NPR to the Travel Channel. Montana Skies seemingly non-stop tour schedule has taken them all across the US as well as to Canada, Asia and Russia; and their dedication to their musical vision has helped them build an enthusiastic grassroots fan base along the way. Combining elements of classical technique, jazz improv and the power and energy of rock n' roll; Jonathan's guitar wizardry and Jenn's blazing electric cello combine to create a sound that is truly remarkable. While the music defies simple categorization, it is a fusion in the truest sense of the word. It's been called everything from chamber rock to psychedelic strings. $20, 7:30pm www.castorocellars.com OCTOBER 18 Grape Stomp & Dinner at Vina Robles Winery Dive into harvest with the Vina Robles family. Get a feet-on harvest experience as you stomp your own grapes and then imprint your feet on a commemorative t-shirt. Your labors will be rewarded with a festive Swiss-inspired dinner prepared by their very own Winery Chef, Thomas Drahos. The festivities will be accompanied by live music. 4-8pm, $80, $70/ Members, www.vinarobles.com OCTOBER 18 Meet Scott Roberts, author of Salt Lick Cookbook at Robert Hall Winery Meet Texas Legend Scott Roberts of The Salt Lick Restaurant in Driftwood, Texas. hell be signing copies of his cookbook featuring mouthwatering family recipes and traditional cooking techniques. Learn why BBQ connoisseurs from across the nation seek him out. hell be in the tasting room from 1-4pm to sign your copy and he will be serving BBQ bites so you can sample his food artistry. 1-4pm, 805-239-161, www.roberthallwinery.com OCTOBER 18 Salt Lick BBQ at Robert Hall Winery Texas legendary pitmaster, Scott Roberts of The Salt Lick restaurant, will be cooking a feast for their harvest Festival guests. Join them for dinner and see why his slow cooked BBQ, smoked on an open pit, has put Driftwood, Texas on the map for all BBQ connoisseurs in the nation. hell be making an assortment of appetizers. Brisket, sausage, pork ribs and turkey will be barbequed on an open pit and smoked. There will be a fresh selection of sides potato salad, slaw, beans and bread. Ending with his special peach and blackberry cobbler. The dinner will be paired with Robert hall wine and served family style. Fabulous local band Rio Salinas with Louie Ortega will be performing through the evening. 7-10pm $95, $76/club members. Reservations required. 805-239-1616, www.roberrthallwinery.com OCTOBER 18 Lobster Feed at J. Lohr Winery What better way to kick off harvest wine weekend in Paso Robles than to throw on your bib and join in on the fun on our first-ever lobster feed! Enjoy it Cahoots-style with all the traditional feed fixins-lobster, prawns, clams, corn on the cob, artichokes and more! Select J. Lohr wines will be served. 6:308:30pm, $75/members, $85, Reservations are required. Call the J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center at 805-239-8900, or email kim@jlohr.com, www.jlohr.com OCTOBER 18-20 Celebrate Paso Robles Harvest Festival at Calcareous Vineyard! Enjoy wine specials all weekend long as well as a Food & Wine pairing menu available for purchase from 12-3:00 pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The weekend will feature a winemaker dinner on Friday, October 18 where they will enjoy the bounty of the harvest paired with their estate wines at Lloyd's Lookout at 6:30pm. RSVP required, seating is limited $95, $75/Wine Club Sunday try your hand at their harvest Festival Games from 1-3pm featuring the Grape Stomp, Cork Toss and "Guess the Varietal"! www.calcareous.com OCTOBER 18 Harvest Wine Weekend 'Vine-to-Wine' Dinner at Niner Wine Estates Winemaker Patrick Muran and the Chefs at Lido Restaurant are joining forces to prepare a beautifully inspired dinner featuring Niner Wine Estates wines. This is a great opportunity to sit down with both Patrick and Jason to get an update on the 2013 harvest. 6-9pm, $120/$96/$90, 805-226-4882 www.ninerwine.com OCTOBER 18 Harvest Festival Winemaker Dinner in the Caves at Eberle Winery Eberle Winery is thrilled to welcome back an awesome chef and Food Network personality, Tre Wilcox. Named one of Food & Wines Best New Chefs and a top contender on Americas Top Chef, Tre Wilcox is a creative talent in the kitchen. Join them for harvest Fest in the caves with this rising star! $120/members $150, www.ebelewinery.com OCTOBER 18-19
Harvest Grape Stomp and BBQ at Opolo Vineyards
Join them for grape stomping, dancing, gypsy serenades and fabulous wine. 805-238-9593, www.opolo.vom
OCTOBER 18-20 Harvest Wine Weekend Wineries celebrate the beginning of the new vintage by inviting you to their individual events that are as diverse as the wines themselves. For more information, visit www.pasowine.com OCTOBER 18-20 Harvest Festival Weekend at Jada Vineyard Taste the new releases of some their most popular labels, including the 2012 XCV, 2010 Jack of hearts, & 2011 Passing By. Two different tasting flights,both of which include wine & gourmet cheese pairing. $15/$10 members 11am-5pm, www.jadavineyard.com OCTOBER 19 Sip n Slider - Harvest Festival at Clautiere Vineyard Visit the Union Road Wine Trail members on the east side. Sliders and barrel tastings at every participating winery. Enjoy our wine and gourmet cheese pairing and receive a slider and barrel tasting (while quantities last). Live Music too! 12-4pm, www.clautiere.com OCTOBER 19 Harvest Festival at Villa San-Juliette Visit Villa San-Juliette Vineyard & Winery where theyll be putting on the Ritz! Join them for a roaring-20's-themed speakeasy soiree and dinner. Break out those feather boas, gangster hats and fancy cigarette holders - theyll dress to the nines in their jazziest prohibition-inspired attire and throw dice at casino tables all while swinging to the sounds of big bands. The evening's entertainment and delicious sit-down dinner is sure to hit on all sixes. Don't be a lolligagger because this juice joint is ab-so-lute-ly going to get hot! 6pm www.villasanjuliette.com OCTOBER 19 Harvest Festival Aussie BBQ at Broken Earth Winery Free Australian BBQ 1-5pm prepared exclusively by their wine makers. Barrel Tasting. New release wine tasting. Behind the scene winery tours 1-5 every hour on the hour. Live music by Acoustify! 1-5pm, Free, 805-239-2562 x 20 www.brokenearthwinery.com
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OCTOBER 20 Robert's Port and Cigars at Robert Hall Winery Join them on the Garden Terrace overlooking the vineyard. Theyll serve you a vertical flight of our award winning port, a cigar, and a gourmet food pairing box. You can watch your cigar get rolled on-site. 1-4pm. Complimentary to Club Members, $25, 805-239-1616, www.roberthallwinery.com OCTOBER 20 Harvest Wine Lunch at J. Lohr Winery Wind down your harvest weekend by coming out and relaxing with a mouthwatering lunch and a glass of delicious wine while overlooking the J. Lohr Seven Oaks Vineyard! John Carson of KillerEatz will be cooking up his signature Carolina pulled pork sandwich, red potato salad and famous brownies. Lunch and glass of wine included in the cost: $20, $22.50/non-members, Reservations are recommended. Call the J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center at 805-239-8900, or email kim@jlohr.com, www.jlohr.com OCTOBER 19-20 Eos Harvest Hoedown Dust off your boots and join them for a harvest hoedown. Stein's Catering will be firing up the red oak grill offering $12 tri-tip and pulled pork sandwiches, famous beans and slaw. For dessert youll enjoy Eos wine brownies for $3. Wine by the glass, live music by the Wine Room Troubadors, and horseshoes will remind you that this isn't our first rodeo. 10am-5pm, www.eosvintage.com OCTOBER 19-20 Harvest Wine Weekend Open House at Castoro Cellars Join them to celebrate the fruits of their labor with tons of fun activities, great food, live music and some Dam Fine Wine! Grape Stomping: Chanel your inner Lucile Ball and kick off your shoes for some good ol grape stomping! Great wine discounts! Live Music: Soul Sauce takes the stage both days from 12-4pm! Lunch for purchase by Urbane Caf: Enjoy a great selection of creative salads and fresh sandwiches! Sample grapes fresh from harvest! 10-5:30pm www.castorocellars.com OCTOBER 25 Mondo Cellars 6th Annual Halloween Bash Back by popular demand again... this year's theme is Mondowood III "hollywood Theme" walk the red carpet as your favorite TV, music or movie star. Live music. Entry includes everything...food, beer, wine and dessert...Follow the hollywood search lights to the party, take your picture under the Mondowood sign and shine all night long! $15 Cover Charge, 7-11pm www.mondocellars.com OCTOBER 26-27 Eberle Halloween Haunted Caves Decorated and lit by professionals, our 16,000 sq. feet of underground caves turn into one of their spookiest tickets in town. A $5 donation goes directly to a local foster children charity. It's a great cause and a lot of fun! Parents, the Tasting Room will open for complimentary wine tasting! Just ask for Ca-BOO-nay! 5-9pm, www.eberlewinery.com ONGOING IN NOVEMBER Artwork by Lorri Trogdon at Castoro Cellars View Lorri's work in their Events Gallery the whole month of November. You can see other pieces by her throughout their tasting room on her beautiful trays! Free,www.castorocellars.com NOVEMBER 9 2nd Annual Chocolate Festival at Vina Robles Come melt into a decadent afternoon of all things chocolate as they host their Chocolate Festival in the Signature Room of their hospitality center. An array of local wineries, restaurants and chocolate vendors will be on hand to share their fare and the magic behind the soothing power of the cocoa bean. 3-6pm www.vinarobles.com NOVEMBER 9-10 46 West Wine Flight Weekend Visit any of the Participating 46 West Wineries on either Saturday and/or Sunday for a complimentary flight of selected wines! Experience pre-releases, special reserves and library wines as you explore the wineries of the 46 West. 10am-5pm, Complimentary, www.paso46westwineries.com NOVEMBER 29 Black Friday Specials at Robert Hall Winery Visit their tasting room for fantastic specials today only! Get your shopping done for the holidays with their gift-boxed specials, package deals, wine, gourmet items, books, ornaments and more. They stocked the shelves with unique gift items and have enough on hand for even the naughty people on your list! Dont wait or youll miss this one day special event! Theyll be open an extra hour today for your convenience.10am-6pm, 805-239-1616 www.roberthallwinery.com DECEMBER 7 Black Tie Holiday Dinner in the Caves at Eberle Winery Arguably one of the best chefs in the United States, Michel Richard returns to Eberle Winery for one of their most anticipated dinners of 2013. Chef of Citronelle in Washington, D.C., Central Michel Richard in Washington, D.C., Atlantic City and Las Vegas, and also opening a signature restaurant at The Palace hotel in NYC, Chef Richard is the winner of multiple awards over his nearly 40 year career in fine cuisine, including the James Beard Outstanding Chef award. A frequent contributor to numerous television programs and culinary magazines, Michel Richard will create a meal that you will never forget. Enjoy the spectacular food, the beautiful holiday decorations and the splendor of the season at this very special event. For information and reservations, please contact our events staff at 805-238-9607 or email events@eberlewinery.com, www.eberlewinery.com DECEMBER 14-15 Holiday Open House Weekend at Eos Estate Winery Live holiday music, Eos Wine Brownies, sweet treats from their kitchen, and hot spiced wine. Find something for everyone on your gift giving list with our extensive gift shop and case specials. No Reservations required. Children and very friendly dogs welcome. 10am-5pm, 805-591-8050, www.eosvintage.com DECEMBER 31 Mond007 Cellars New Years Eve Gala Join the Mondo Mob for our incredible New Years Eve Gala. Chef Charlie will be catering gourmet appetizers. Feel the excitement of their full casino complete with craps, black jack and roulette. 8:30pm-12:30am, $20 www.mondocellars.com PISMO BEACH/SHELL BEACH ONGOING Complimentary Limousine Service with Pismo Beach Winery Their complimentary limousine service eliminates the need for a designated driver. Relax and travel in style on your wine tasting excursion to Pismo Beach Winery. Must be at least 21 years old, allow approximately one hour. Limousine only travels from your resort to their winery and back. Free, www.pismobeachwinery.com, 805-773-9463 ONGOING Hearst Castle Tours Led by an experienced guide, tour hearst Castle and encounter first-hand the majesty and beauty of this historical treasure. www.hearstcastle.org 800-444-4445 ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Art Gallery Events Art After Dark Various art galleries stay open late & host artist receptions with wine & cheese. 6-9pm, Downtown San Luis Obispo, www.sloartcouncil.org, 805-544-9251 ONGOING FIRST SUNDAYS THROUGH NOVEMBER Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves Over 100 local artists and craftsmen sell and display their work, including paintings, sculpture, pottery, glass, textiles, jewelry, wood and metal furniture, and more. The event also features live music, hands-on children's activities, fresh flowers and plants, a BBQ and on-site massage. 10am-4pm 805-704-8128 ww.artintheparkshellbeach.com OCTOBER 13 18th Annual City to the Sea Half Marathon, 5K & Kids Fun Run This point-to-point half marathon begins in downtown San Luis Obispo and ends in beautiful Pismo Beach. As a major fundraiser for Cuesta College's award-winning cross country and track and field programs, everyone is encouraged to participate in this family-friendly event. If 13.1 miles is not your preferred distance, you'll love our much shorter 5K race (3.1 miles), which takes place in beautiful Pismo Beach. And don't forget to sign your kids up and get them ready for the Kids' Fun Run (1/4 mile), which takes place at Dinosaur Caves Park! For more information, please visit www.citytothesea.org. OCTOBER 18-20 67th Annual Clam Festival A community tradition since 1946, the Pismo Beach Clam Festival features a live parade, best local chowder contest, surf contest, food, Beer & Wine Garden and Pier Pub, music and the Friday night wine walk. 800-443-7778 www.pismochamber.com
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OCTOBER 24-27 37th Annual Jubilee by the Sea This premier west coast jazz event features many of the most sought-after traditional jazz bands from across the nation. It features 20 bands and several guest artists performing at five venues, all connected by a shuttle bus system. New Orleans-style jazz, big band performances, dancing, food and beverages are available. 805-481-7840, www.pismojazz.com OCTOBER 26 Pumpkins on the Pier highlights include a costume contest, pumpkin decorating, a climbing wall, bounce house, balloon typhoon, face painting, carnival games and more. The costume contest starts around 11:30am and ends at 12:10pm. Categories include most original, scariest, funniest and most decked out. An adult costume contest will follow. The Trick or Treat Extravaganza will take place from 12-2pm at participating, local downtown businesses. 10am-1pm, www.pismobeach.org OCTOBER 26 Monarch Butterfly Grove Opening Day Celebration Join them at the Pismo State Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove as they kick off the 2013-14 season. There will be plenty of docents, activities, booths and butterflies for the whole family to enjoy. The grove will be open from 10am-4pm with informational talks given at 11am and 2pm daily through the end of February. 1-800-443-7778, www.MonarchButterfly.org SAN LUIS OBISPO ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Master the Art of Wine and Cheese at Tolosa Winery Four cheeses are served using only artisan and/or farmstead products. Wine is paired with each cheese, utilizing the principles of balance and harmony. 11am-4pm, www.tolosawinery.com, RSVP, 805-782-0500 ONGOING THURSDAYS San Luis Obispo Farmers' Market held every Thursday night, Farmers' Market brings the community together to shop for fresh produce, sample San Luis Obispo's delectable and varied cuisine, browse local shops, listen to live music and interact with local entertainers. Keep your eyes open for the six-foot bear giving hugs and paw shakes - that's their Farmers' Market mascot, Downtown Brown. www.downtownslo.com NOVEMBER 1-3 Rockin' Harvest on the Coast Enjoy the transcendent sights, scents and flavors of this signature season as they present their annual Rockin harvest Celebration, a rambunctious extravaganza of local food and wine. The main event is an outdoor grand tasting and auction on Saturday at Avila Beach Golf Resort, featuring wine tasting, artisan foods, live music and ocean views. The auction features a broad selection of rare wines, culinary treats and SLO Wine Country destination experiences. The festivities unfold throughout the weekend with winemaker dinners on Friday evening and winery open houses on Sunday. Dont miss this opportunity to dive into their harvest seasonits the next best thing to making the wine yourself! www.slowine.com NOVEMBER 9 Fall Open House at Zaca Mesa Winery Join them this November to celebrate fall harvest. They will have local purveyors showcasing their goods. Local bread, honey, jelly, olive oils, chefs preparing signature appetizers, new wine releases and more. They will have case sales so you can stock up for the holiday season with family gatherings and celebrations. 11am-4pm, www.zacamesa.com NOVEMBER 10 Winter Club Release Party at Chamisal Vineyards Winery 1pm, www.chamisalvineyards.com

OCTOBER 10-14 5th Annual Central Coast Railroad Festival The Central Coast Railroad Festival is designed for the casual train buff and the avid rail fan. It celebrates rail's history and future while experiencing all types of modeling, rail excursions, concerts, films, exhibits, ceremonies, historical presentations and special programs. Activities will take place at numerous historical and educational railroad locations throughout San Luis Obispo and northern Santa Barbara counties. Most events are free and family friendly. 805-773-4173 www.ccrrf.com LOMPOC/BUELLTON ONGOING SECOND & FOURTH WEDNESDAY Quiz Night at Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. 6:30-10pm, www.figmtnbrew.com, 805-694-2252
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ONGOING FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS Live Music at Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. 6:30-10pm, www.figmtnbrew.com, 805-694-2252 ONGOING EVERY OTHER SATURDAY Central Coast Tasting Series at Avant Tapas and Wine www.avantwines.com, 805-686-4742 OCTOBER 25-27 Alisal Wine Ghetto Weekend A weekend of wine country decadence featuring Ranch cuisine, horseback riding, and a full Saturday of exclusive wine tasting and cavorting with the legends of theLompoc Wine Ghetto, a handful of Santa Rita hills winemakers who call a particular set of corrugated buildings in the south Central Coast home. Featured wineries participating in this weekend long event include Palmina, Zotovich Cellars, Longoria, and Samsara. $1,695 based on double occupancy, 1-888-4-ALISAL, www.alisal.com LOS OLIVOS/FOXEN CANYON OCTOBER 5 Vineyard Hike and Grape Sampling at Stolpman Vineyards Follow guide Pete Stolpman as you traverse the hills of Stolpman Vineyards. Because its harvest time, guests have the opportunity to taste the grapes during the tour while tasting the finished wine from particular blocks at each stop along the tour. Meet under the Oak Tree promptly at 10am, October 5th. Bring athletic or hiking apparel, and please note, this hike will be over 3 miles and include many steep, unpaved hills. 10am-12pm, Free www.stolpmanvineyards.com OCTOBER 11-14 Santa Barbara County Celebration of Harvest Weekend The Celebration of harvest Weekend, their annual celebration of the year's bounty, where vintners take a break from the vineyards and cellars to pour their wines and share harvest tales. The highlight of the Columbus Day weekend is the Celebration of harvest Festival on Saturday, October 12 at the Rancho Sisquoc Winery in the heart of Santa Barbara Wine County in Santa Maria Valley, where more than 100 Santa Barbara County wineries gather to present their wines, often poured by the winemakers themselves. The Festival also presents some of the best local food from restaurants, catering companies and gourmet food creators. Throughout the weekend select wineries host their own events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, ranging from winemaker dinners through library tastings and sales to new wine releases and barrel tastings. A favorite feature of the weekend is the Vintners' Visa - your passport to complimentary wine tastings at twelve winery tasting rooms - use the Vintners' Visa to explore new wineries - or revisit old friends. The Vintners' Visa can be used on all four days of the long weekend - Friday October 11th through Monday October 14th. $35pp, www.sbcountywines.com OCTOBER 12-13 Celebration of Harvest Weekend at Cimarone Wines Vintners throughout the Santa Ynez Valley will be celebrating the 2013 harvest all weekend long. Join them at Cimarone Wines for 2-for-1 tastings on Saturday, October 12 and meet heather Tucker who will be on-hand displaying her Park Lane jewelry. On Saturday only, they will be featuring their popular Build-Your-Own 6-Pack special (in the tasting room only). Select your favorite wines and create your own 6-pack (or case) at 25% off retail price (30% for a case)! Cellar Club members enjoy even greater savings: 30% and 35% respectively...making it a great time to join! On Sunday, enjoy delicious Mexican sandwich "tortas" - select either chicken or veggie - both served on brioche rolls from the valley's fabulous Good-2-Go food cart! 11am-6pm 805-688-8011, www.cimarone.com OCTOBER 13 Celebration of Harvest Weekend Open House at Qupe Winery Join them on the Sunday of Celebration of harvest Weekend for our Fall Open house. Don't miss this rare opportunity to visit their winery located in the beautiful Bien Nacido Vineyard, meet their winemakers and have some fun! They will be pouring our current releases, enjoying great food and Bob will be opening large format bottles from the library! Free for wine club members$20/person non-members. 805-686-4200, www.qupe.com OCTOBER 19 Los Olivos Day in the Country at Cimarone Wines They'll have hot dogs for sale from the fabulous Good-2-Go food cart, as well as 2-for-1 tastings all day long. This is a great day to wander Los Olivos with the whole family. Click here for more details on the Los Olivos Day in the Country event. 6:30am-5pm, 805-688-8011, www.cimarone.com
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OCTOBER 19 33rd Annual Day In The Country Experience the unique small town charm and friendly Los Olivos lifestyle during the 33rd annual day in the country event. Good friends, great food and local fun show off the best of Los Olivos! 6:30am-3:45pm, www.losolivosca.com SANTA BARBARA ONGOING THURSDAYS Pizza Party at Corks n Crowns Fine wine and craft beer pairing with Full of Life Flatbread Gourmet Pizza. 4-7pm, www.corksandcrowns.com, 805-845-8600 ONGOING SUNDAYS Cupcakes & Sparkling Wine at Corks n Crowns 11:30am, www.corksandcrowns.com, 805-845-8600 SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON ONGOING MONDAY-THURSDAY Costa de Oro Happy Hour 4-6pm, wine by the glass $7, $5 club members www.cdowinery.com 805-922-1468 ONGOING Friday Night Wine Down at Costa de Oro Great way to start your weekend! Enjoy live music, wine tasting and cheese plates. 5-8pm, www.cdowinery.com, 805-922-1468 ONGOING SUNDAYS Champagne Sunday Brunch at the Historic Santa Maria Inn Enjoy a variety of selected meats, carving stations and an omelette station along with a salad bar. They also feature traditional breakfast fare, many side dishes and an elaborate and delicious dessert station. 10am-2pmm $21.95/adults $18.95/seniors, $12.95/children, www.santamariainn.com, 805-928-7777 ONGOING OCTOBER 11-14 Celebration of Harvest Weekend at Rancho Sisquoc The Celebration of harvest Weekend, the annual celebration of the year's bounty, where vintners take a break from the vineyards and cellars to pour their wines and share harvest tales. The highlight of the Columbus Day weekend is the Celebration of harvest Festival on Saturday, October 12 at the Rancho Sisquoc Winery in the heart of Santa Barbara Wine County in Santa Maria Valley, where more than 100 Santa Barbara County wineries gather to present their wines, often poured by the winemakers themselves. The Festival also presents some of the best local food from restaurants, catering companies and gourmet food creators. Throughout the weekend select wineries host their own events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, ranging from winemaker dinners through library tastings and sales to new wine releases and barrel tastings. A favorite feature of the weekend is the Vintners' Visa - your passport to complimentary wine tastings at twelve winery tasting rooms - use the Vintners' Visa to explore new wineries - or revisit old friends. The Vintners' Visa can be used on all four days of the long weekend - Friday October 11 through Monday October 14. It is a great value at only $35, www.sbcountywines.com NOVEMBER 9 Fall Open House at Zaca Mesa Winery Join them this November to celebrate fall harvest. They will have local purveyors here showcasing their goods. Local bread, honey, jelly, olive oils, chefs preparing signature appetizers, new wine releases and more. 11am-4pm www.zacamesa.com SANTA YNEZ ONGOING Glider Rides at the Airport Santa Ynez, www.gliderrides.com, 805-688-2517 SOLVANG ONGOING TUESDAYS Open Mic Night at Carivintas Winery Come in and showcase your talent to be considered for an upcoming gig at Carivintas. 5-7pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331 ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAYS Solvang Wine (and Beer) Walk Solvangs Third Wednesday Wine and Beer Walk tickets cost just $20 each (cash only please), and include a ticket to sample two wines at five participating wine tasting rooms, a specialty logo glass and a map to help you navigate your way through all the fun! No one under 21 is permitted to purchase tickets. 3-7pm $20, www.solvangthirdwednesday.com ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Solvang Farmer's Market Fresh produce, flowers and foods. First Street, Solvang. 2:30-6pm www.sbfarmersmarket.org ONGOING THURSDAYS Wandering Dog Wine Bar presents Blind Tasting Thursday Challenge your palate and learn about wine at the same time! Every month features a different region. No reservations required. 4-7pm, $15 www.wanderingdogwinebar.com, 805-686-9126 ONGOING THURSDAYS Teachers Night at Carivintas Winery All teachers are invited. Receive discounts and play games. 5-7pm www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331 ONGOING FRIDAYS Movie Night at Carivintas Winery 6-9pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331 ONGOING EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY Live Music in the Tasting Room at Sort This Out Cellars Keep a lookout for special band performances that you won't want to miss! www.sortthisoutcellars.com, 805-688-1717 ONGOING SATURDAYS Live Music at Carivintas Winery 6-9pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331 ONGOING FRIDAY-SUNDAY Wandering Dog Wine Bar Cupcakes & Wine Flight Tasters enjoy 3 wines, each paired with a delicious gourmet cupcake from Solvang Bakery. Flight includes 3 half glasses of wine and 3 cupcakes. $20, www.wanderingdogwinebar.com, 805-686-9126 ONGOING LAST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH Lompoc Animal Shelter Adoptions at Carivintas Winery Meet the wonderful volunteers and animals from the shelter. Take one or two home and start a new family. 12-3pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331 ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Solvang Farmers Market Fresh produce, flowers & foods, on First Street, between Mission Drive and Copenhagen, 4-7pm, www.sbfarmersmarket.org, 805-962-5354 ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH Solvang Third Wednesday Shop Solvang, save money and have fun! Over 60 stores, restaurants, wine tasting rooms and professional offices offer special discounts and sales all day. Discover Solvangs unique stores and boutiques. Delight in a divine culinary experience and take advantage of the Third Wednesday specials offered by participating restaurants, bakeries and sweet shops. ONGOING THROUGH NOVEMBER 11
4th Annual Scarecrow Fest
Solvang, the Danish-centric town nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country on Californias Central Coast, will usher in the fall season as they kick off their Fourth Annual Scarecrow Fest and Contest. This years Scarecrow Fest will, for the first time, be expanded to include four additional Santa Ynez Valley towns: Buellton, Los Alamos, Los Olivos and Santa Ynez. www.syvscarecrows.com OCTOBER 12 Wine Club Members Appreciation Party at Lincourt Pick up your newly released Lincourt wine club shipment, enjoy live music, light appetizers and barrel samples. Dont miss out on one time only wine specials! 3-5pm, 805-688-8554, www.lincourtwines.com
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ONGOING An Evening with the Sommelier at Herzog Wine Cellars Explore a world of flavors with their tasting room Sommelier. 7pm $15, $10/wine club, www.herzogwinecellars.com, 805-983-1560
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EBERLE WINERY
Celebrating 34 Years
BY MIChAEL CERVIN
Open daily 10am-6pm 3810 highway 46 East, Paso Robles www.eberlewinery.com | (805) 238-9607
Gary Eberle is known as the Godfather of Paso Robles wine country, and with a string of successes in 2013, he proves why. Not only is Eberle the longest continuously family-run winery in Paso Robles, but they are celebrating 34 years at Eberle and their 30th vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon, helping to place Paso Cabernet on the map. As if that wasnt enough, Gary was just voted #43 on IntoWine.coms Top 100 Most Influential Winemakers list, and the winery is the recipient of the Winery of the Year as voted by the wine judges at the Central Coast Wine Competition (and where Eberle racked up 12 medals!) Originally from Pennsylvania, Gary found wine at an early age. I suddenly discovered what James Bond was talking about, he says. I was young and stupid and went from drinking Boones Farm to Chateau Latour. Fresh out of U.C. Davis, he bought 160 acres in Paso Robles in 1973, long before wine was even a viable commodity. He started by heading his familys Estrella River Winery. By 1980 he co-founded the Paso Robles Appellation and in 1983, Gary opened the doors to his own Eberle Winery with the premiere of his 1979 Cabernet Sauvignon. Though known for Cabernet and Chardonnay, Gary was the first one to commercially plant Syrah nearly 25 years ago. A visit to the Eberle tasting room off Highway 46 East begins, not inside the tasting room, but with a moment with the bronze statue of a boar sitting out front of the main doors. This is replica of an original casting made in 1620 that sits in Italy. Eberle means little boar, in German and it is considered good luck to rub the boars nose and toss a coin in the water. All money collected at the Eberle boar fountain is then donated to local childrens charities. Once inside the tasting room has expansive views of the surrounding vineyards and the long wood bar can accommodate a number of people. Eberle Winery offers a free 30-minute tour of their facility discussing the entire winemaking process, with little nuggets of truth
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like, The difference between wine and children is that you can sit down and reason with a bottle of Cabernet, one of Garys sayings. The winery also has a beautiful picnic area overlooking the vines and a bocce ball court. And Eberle is heavily involved in the community, most notably being the founder of the long running Paso Robles Rotary Winemakers Cook-Off held each August, which raises money for local charities. The annual event pulls in 30 winemakers who personally grill up their best dishes to match their wines. Its a feast of food and wine with live music and has raised over $400,000 for local high school charities. Unlike many wineries, Eberle has always offered complimentary tastings that include five tastes of anything on their list. The wines you will find at Eberle include Cabernet, Chardonnay, Viognier, Sangiovese, Barbera, Zinfandel and a lovely little kitchen sink blend called Full Boar Red. The majority of Eberle wines are priced under $25. Dont miss their upcoming food and wine events including Food Network star Tre Wilcox coming for the Harvest Fest, October 18th, and world renowned chef Michel Richard coming December on the 7th for their annual black tie holiday dinner in the caves. One of the highly anticipated events is Playboy Executive Chef William Bloxsom-Carter who will return to Eberle for Valentines Day, making some of his best dishes. Eberle Winery is located at 3810 Highway 46 East in Paso Robles. They are open daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact them at (805) 238-9607 or www.eberlewinery.com.
Garagiste Festival Adds New Event

64 Winemakers to Pour During Festival
The Garagiste Festivals announced The Opening Round, a brand new tasting event joining the line-up of the 2013 Garagiste Festival in Paso Robles, which will be held from November 7th 10th. Bringing the total number of garagiste winemakers pouring hand-crafted, high quality wines during the festival to 64, The Opening Round showcases 15 outstanding artisan winemakers from across California. The event will be held at Atascaderos Pavilion on the Lake on Friday, November 8th. The Festival also announced two new Southern California Taste of Garagiste mini-tastings at The Petersen Automotive Museum and Sonoma Wine Garden in August, featuring winemakers who will be pouring at the November festival. Tickets are now on sale for the festival and Taste of Garagiste events at www.garagistefestival.com. The garagiste movement is growing by leaps and bounds, and the interest in the festival is so high that we wanted to increase the number of top-notch and, in many cases, undiscovered winemakers pouring this year but without sacrificing the signature intimacy of the Garagiste Festival experience. So, we created The Opening Round, said Doug Minnick, co-founder of The Garagiste Festival. This new Friday event gets the festival tasting off to a perfect start, and at a beautiful new venue. Leading into our popular Shiners, Samples and Secrets winemaker mixer, The Opening Round offers attendees an intimate and leisurely opportunity to discover new winemakers, as well as to catch up with some crowd favorites from our Southern Exposure event in the Santa Ynez Valley. Wineries pouring at The Opening Round include: Archium Cellars, Ascension Cellars, Barton Family, Casa Dumetz, Cholame Vineyard, DuBost Winery, Frequency Wines, Michael Gill Cellars, Pence Ranch, PlanB Cellars, Sea Shell Cellars, Turiya Wines and Vinemark Cellars. The Opening Round will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. For more information visit www.garagistefestival.com.
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WINEMAKER PROFILE
DON BRADY
Robert Hall Winery
Texas native, Don Brady, has made Paso Robles his home. For the past twelve years, as winemaker at Robert Hall Winery, he has played a lead role in building the nationally distributed brand to be recognized as a quality, food-friendly and age-worthy wine. After graduating from Texas Tech Universitys horticulture program, he began his winemaking career in Texas where he worked his way from small vineyards and wineries to the largest in the state. Having achieved everything he could, including being awarded Louis F . Qualia Award for outstanding contributions and leadership in the Texas wine industry, Brady knew it was time to move to California, where some of the top wines of the world are produced. His career flourished in California. At Delicato Family Vineyards he earned worldwide acclaim for his part leading the team to receipt of the International Wine and Spirits Competitions United States of Americas Winemaker of the Year Award. In 2006 he was named the Central Coast Winemaker of the Year by the California Mid-State Fair and in 2010 Robert Hall Winery was award the Golden State Winery of the Year from the California State Fair. When Brady joined the team at Robert Hall in 2001, he was excited to be part of a winery that would allow him control of the product from the vineyard to the bottle. Sharing a vision with owner, Robert L. Hall, the two worked together as the winery located on Mill Road, just off of Highway 46 East, was built and the brand was developed. Vintage after vintage the Robert Hall brand delivers a consistency that comes from knowing each block of the vineyard and Brady is still as excited about crafting the wines as he was twelve years ago. According to Brady, The 2013 harvest is showing signs that this will be a great vintage. The fruit started coming in early with all varietals delivering wonderful, high-quality fruit and we expect to finish early as well. The wine made this vintage will be bottled in the nationally distributed white label, the reserve burgundy reserve label and the new silver/gray Cavern Select label. Cavern Select wines are very limited in production and available only to club members and tasting room visitors. Each vintage Brady will select a handful of varietals to be released the highest quality wine. The Brady family now thinks of Paso Robles as home; however, they do miss Texas. This harvest since Brady could not get to Texas, Robert Hall Winery decided to bring a piece of Texas to him. On October 19th, the winery will host a traditional Texas-style BBQ to celebrate Harvest Wine Tour Weekend. The winery brought in famous pitmaster, Scott Roberts, from the Salt Lick Restaurant in Driftwood Texas. Join the team at Robert Hall Winery, Saturday October 19th for a Texas feast and see why BBQ connoisseurs across the nation seek him out. Every course will be paired with Robert Hall wine and served family style. Louie Ortega and the Rio Salinas Band will be performing throughout the evening. 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. $95/person, $76/club. Reservations are required purchase your tickets today on-line at www.roberthallwinery.com or by calling (805) 239-1616. If you cant make it to the Saturday dinner stop by Robert Hall winery on Friday, October 18th 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Scott Roberts will be selling and signing his Salt Lick Cookbook and offering tasty bites hot off the grill.
Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 3443 Mill Road off hwy 46 East in Paso Robles (805) 239-1616 | www.roberthallwinery.com
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WEST SIDE OF PASO ROBLES

Venteux Vineyards
Venteux Vineyards is a dream realized by two families who share a passion for wine and hospitality. In 2000, the Stelzle family bought 12 acres of property in the renowned wine growing region of the Templeton Gap. This exceptional viticultural area is known for hot, dry days and cool damp nights. Winemaker and co-owner Scott Stelzle focuses on letting the unique microclimate of the Templeton Gap shine through in his wines. By using native yeast and keeping varietal wines 100% pure, Scott is able to show off the true expression of the fruit. Aside from 100% varietals of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, and Petite Sirah, Venteux also offers original blends which are balanced and complex. Aside from Rhone wines, they also produce a Pinot Noir, a late-harvest Gewurtztraminer, and a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from westside Paso that was recently awarded a score of 90 points from Wine Enthusiast. In 2009, Adam and Patricia Goldenberg joined Scott and Bobbi Stelzle in their venture and Venteux purchased the adjacent 10 acres next to their current vineyard. The property now hosts both a luxury Bed and Breakfast and a Guest House that sleeps three couples. Artfully decorated by owner Bobbi Stelzle, the Bed and Breakfast and Guest House offer an authentic stay in the heart of wine country. Guests are encouraged to meander in the vineyards and enjoy a wine and cheese reception in the evenings. Conveniently located near the intersection of Bethel Road and Las Tablas Road in Templeton, Venteux is a wonderful place to start the day. The tasting room is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A tasting fee of $10 is waived with a bottle purchase. For more information about Venteux wines and lodging, visit www.venteuxvineyards.com.
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PEACHY CANYON WINERY 1480 North Bethel Road, Templeton Open Daily 10-5:30 and by appointment 805-239-1918 www.peachycanyon.com We're celebrating 25 years of amazing winemaking at Peachy Canyon, where we've been making Paso Robles wine history since 1988. Come enjoy our award-winning estate Zinfandels alongside exciting small lot blends. We're proud to be Westside originals.
VENTEUX VINEYARDS 1795 Las Tablas, Templeton Open Daily 10-5 and by appointment 805-369-0127 www.venteuxvineyards.com From soil to bottle, our hands-on approach allows us to uphold the highest level of care in all aspects of the winemaking process. Our extremely small productions of Rhne wines showcase a style of balance, elegance, and finesse. Picnic on the porch of the farmhouse and taste our hand-crafted wines in the elegant and inviting tasting room.
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PASO ROBLES Thomas Hill Organics 1305 Park St; 805.226.5888 Villa Creek 1144 Pine St; 805.238.3000 Enoteca 206 Alexa Ct; 805.238.2834 Bistro Laurent 1202 Pine St; 805.226.8191 Artisan 1401 Park St; 805.237.8084 Paso Inn and Steakhouse 1103 Spring St; 805.238.2660 il Cortile 608 12th St; 805.226.0300 Buona Tavola 943 Spring St; 805.237.0600 La Cosecha 835 12th St; 805.237.0019 Estrella 815 12th St; 805.226.5406 Roberts 1218 Pine St; 805.226.5556 SAN LUIS OBISPO Novo 726 higuera St; 805.543.3986 Firestone Grill 1001 higuera; 805.783.1001 Cafe Roma 1020 Railroad Ave; 805.541.6800 Mamas Meatball 570 higuera St; 805.544.0861 Palazzo Giuseppes 1010 Court St; 805.541.9922 Luna Red 1009 Monterey St; 805.540.5243 MORRO BAY Dorns 801 Market Ave; 805.772.4415 PISMO BEACH Steamers 1601 Price St; 805.773.4711 Giuseppes 891 Price St; 805.773.2870
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BY MELISSA ChAVEZ
Vibrant describes Estrella Restaurant. The color palette of its surrounds reflects the rich cultures within the food. Tastes of Sante Fe, NM, Spain and Argentina are prepared to excite and intrigue in such a way that a first-time guest cant help but want to savor another one of their creations. And what a selection there is at Estrella. The Latin Rivera cuisine combines flavors to make for a distinctive and memorable meal. Among Chef Travis Borbas offerings, the Tapas menu includes Grilled Scallop Ceviche, in which a citrus marinade with red onions, oranges and mango commands the taste buds. Crispy Masa Cakes topped with servings of shredded chicken, chipotle-tomatillo sauce, sour cream and a spicy cabbage salad is fun to share. For lunch, a Cuban Sandwich of Mojo marinated pork loin and ham and the Braised Chicken and Chorizo Taquitos are especially popular as well as the new southwest green chile burger. For dinner, the Chile Relleno entre features roasted Anaheim chilies with a choice of fillings including roasted corn and crab, queso fresco or carnitas and two varieties of salsa. Seafood entrees include a Plantain Crusted Halibut served with mango-habenero salsa and coconut-green chili sauce. The Lobster Tacos are finished with smoked paprika-lime garlic sauce. A consistent favorite is the Argentinean Style Grilled Ribeye, complemented with a deliciously
addictive chimichurri sauce. Fresh house made tamales and enchiladas are made daily. A refreshing counterpart to any meal are specially selected brews. For Estrellas Beer Dinners, a featured brewery presented every month to provide for a tasty and clever way to go beer tasting while eating a fabulous meal. Just imagine, four pints and four courses, including dessert! Visit Estrella, 815 12th Street, Paso Robles, for lunch (daily/11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Friday through Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or dinner, 5:00 to 10:00 p.m). Call (805) 226-5406 or visit their website at www.estrellarestaurant.com.
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Perfect Pairs
There is a definite chill in the air and as autumn approaches so does the anticipation of hearty dishes and bolder wines and Talley Vineyards has recently released their 2011 Stone Corral Pinot Noir which is perfect for the upcoming season. Pinot Noir is one of my favorite varietals as it contains many different characteristics that make it a natural pairing for meals. Normally, I make traditional pork chops with a potato hash but using boneless pork chops and a mandolin to slice the potatoes transforms this dish into a meal that is guest worthy for any occasion. The 2011 Stone Corral Pinot Noir complements the hint of flavor from the apple cider and brings out the earthiness of the pork. Deep garnet in color, this wine has a vibrant bouquet layered with juicy notes of black cherry balanced by savory hints of nutmeg, sweet tobacco and cedar. This full-bodied Pinot Noir has plush flavors consistent with the aromas, as black fruits mingle with mineral and
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Sauted Pork Chops with Sweet Potato and Apples paired with Talley Vineyards 2011 Stone Corral Pinot Noir
spice notes. On the palate, the texture is rich with medium tannins and a long, dusty finish. Produced entirely from estate grown Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Stone Corral Vineyard this wine will also compliment lamb dishes making it the perfect food friendly wine. Did you notice that the recipe called for Talley Farms apple and sweet potato? Talley Farms has a produce subscription program featuring weekly or bi-monthly harvest boxes abundant with fresh picks from their gardens or neighboring farms. For $26 per box, you get hand-picked farm fresh produce (some organically grown) delivered to convenient pick up locations. For over three generations Talley Farms has been growing high quality fruits and vegetables and now they have made it easier for you and your family to eat healthier and support our community farms. To order your box of fresh produce, visit www.talleyfarmsfreshharvest.com.
SAUTEED PORK CHOPS WITH SWEET POTATO AND APPLES

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DIRECTIONS 1. Combine the cider, cinnamon and tsp salt in a cup. Set aside. 2. Pat the pork chops dry and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. 3. heat a 12-in skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. When the oil shimmers, add the seasoned pork chops to the pan and cook until lightly browned on the first side, about 3 minutes. Turn and cook until browned on the second side about 2 minutes longer. Transfer the pork chops to a plate (they wont be cooked through at this point). 4. Add the sweet potato, apple, shallot, cider mixture and a grind or two of pepper to the hot pan. Bring it all to a simmer, cover and reduce the heat - the pan should bubble, but not too aggressively. Cook the potato mixture until a fork easily pierces the partially cooked potato but there is still some resistance, about 10 minutes. 5. Return the pork chops to the pan (along with any juices accumulated on the plate) and nestle them into the potatoes and apples. Cover and cook until the meat is cooked through and the potatoes are tender, about 8 minutes longer. Taste and adjust the seasoning. 6. Transfer the pork chops, potatoes and apples to two warmed plates. There should be some liquid remaining in the pan to serve as a base sauce. If the potatoes have absorbed all of the liquid, add 2 to 3 Tbsp cider to the pan and heat it briefly over medium heat. Stir the mustard into the pan juices with a fork. Taste the sauce and add more pepper if it needs it. 7. Spoon the sauce over the meat and vegetables, sprinkle with parsley for garnish.
TALLEY VINEYARDS 3031 Lopez Drive, Arroyo Grande www.talleyvineyards.com | (805) 489-0446
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WINE COUNTRY NEWS | WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTH
OCTOBER 2013
PREFERRED TASTING ROOM
CLAUTIERE VINEYARD
BY JEMMA WILSON
Open Thursday Monday 12p.m. to 5p.m. By appointment on Tuesday and Wednesday 1340 Penman Springs Rd, Paso Robles (805) 237-3789 | www.clautiere.com
Looking for the newest event facility in Paso Robles? Look no further than Clautiere Vineyard and their latest addition: Club Clautiere! Club Clautiere is located next to Clautieres tasting room, where guests can experience their own private wine party. Whether you want to have a personalized wine and cheese pairing session, or host an evening of fun for your friends and family, Clautiere can cater to you. Featuring eclectic couches, family-style tables, fun house mirrors and surround sound, this room will accommodate for any amount of enjoyment! Club Clautiere is the perfect location for any soiree, proving to be a relaxed place to let loose and just have fun. Boasting a large, Brazillian hardwood deck with sails providing shade, Club Clautiere is the perfect way to sit and relax throughout the afternoon. Take in the beauty of the mediation garden as you sip wines from their estate-grown grapes and reflect on Paso Robles as you surround yourself in the remote area. Focusing on Rhone and Bordeaux style blends, Clautiere Vineyard invites you to come and enjoy the wines, while having a little bit of fun. Their tasting room is known for having a Mad Hatter style, complete with funky hats, wigs, mirrors and of course the pink and purple walls. This is a place where people discover their child heart and let go of the day-to-day stresses, with wine in hand, of course. From their Viognier, to Malbec or the Mourvedre, you will not be disappointed. If youre ready to retreat back to your carefree days, Clautiere Vineyard is located at 1340 Penman Springs Road in Paso Robles, open Thursday thru Monday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and by appointment only on Tuesday and Wednesday. To reserve Club Clautiere for your next event, contact them at (805) 237-3789 or info@Clautiere.com.
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OCTOBER 2013
Paso Robles Celebrates the 2013 Vintage This Fall with Harvest Wine Weekend
130+ Wineries Hosting Individual Events for Three Days in Paso Robles Wine Country
Harvest Wine Weekend in Paso Robles Wine Country is the ideal time for locals and visitors alike to join vintners as they take a break during their busy season to celebrate the beginning of the new vintage. Harvest Wine Weekend 2013 will take place October 18 20, with more than 130 Paso Robles wineries inviting wine lovers to their tasting rooms, vineyards and wineries for tours, special tastings, live music, winemaker dinners and much more. Wine enthusiasts are invited to create their perfect wine country weekend during Harvest, the most exciting and picturesque time of year in Paso Robles. Many wineries are getting creative in 2013, bringing new and different activities, educational opportunities and hands-on fun for Harvest Wine Weekend. A few highlights include blending seminars, chocolate and wine pairings, folk dancing, wine and pie pairings, Harvest Games, sangria-making lessons, a lobster feed and wine scent profiling, to name a few. Harvest Wine Weekend is a welcome respite in the long days of fall to celebrate the new vintage, said Paul Hoover, grower and winemaker of Still Waters Vineyards. Harvest is that one time of year when wine country is most alive with activity and a perfect time for guests to enjoy the fruits of our labor. Visit the winery activities link on pasowine.com and search by winery, day or activity to see what is happening throughout the weekend at participating wineries. Harvest Wine Weekend does not require a ticket, however some of the wineries may require RSVPs or have fees associated with their individual events, so be sure to plan ahead. Designate a driver, or visit the touring section of pasowine.com to find a touring company in Paso Robles Wine Country. Also, lodging accommodations of all types are available hotels, bed & breakfasts, vacation rentals, etc. book early as they will fill up fast. Beginning Monday, August 26, wine enthusiasts are encouraged to request a complimentary Paso Robles Harvest Wine Weekend brochure which details all the happenings. Visit www.pasowine.com for more information and to request a brochure.
About Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance

The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance represents wineries, growers and businesses in Paso Robles Wine Country. Centrally located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, along Californias Central Coast, Paso Robles Wine Country is Californias third largest wine region. It encompasses more than 32,000 vineyard acres and 200 wineries. For more information, visit www.pasowine.com.
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SAN LUIS OBSIPO COUNTY
ts no wonder the people here call it SLO. No one is in any hurry in the cafs or on the sidewalks, and certainly no one is in any rush to leave. Strangers are genuinely friendly, always ready to talk about their favorite hiking trail or barbecue joint, or to point the way to the winery with the best Pinot Noir. Its all part of the SLO life, that combination of good stuff that makes visiting here so nourishing to the soul. beauty, along with its gentle climate, first attracted the Spanish padres to the area in the 1700s. In 1772 they built the fifth of Californias 21 missions here, on the banks of San Luis Creek, and named it Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Today, many consider this the most beautiful of the Spanish missions.
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More than 200 wineries produce critically acclaimed vintages in Paso Robles, Edna Valley and Arroyo Grande Valley. Visitors can head out along the gorgeous country roads to sip their way through the vineyards. For more information on San Luis Obispo County, go to visitslo.com or visit www.pasowine.com.
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Two Perfect White Wines for the Season

Laetitia Chardonnay and sister brand NADIA Sauvignon Blanc are the perfect wines for warm, end-of-summer weather Laetitias 2012 Estate Chardonnay offers generous tropical aromas of lychee and fresh lemongrass, with flavors of mango and coconut cream laced with sandalwood on the palate. With its bright acidity and vibrant minerality, this medium-bodied white is a pure expression of the extreme coastal influence and complex soils that comprise Laetitias terroir. The NADIA 2012 Sauvignon Blanc layers aromas of island mango and juicy papaya with classic notes of fresh grass and lime blossom for a wine in perfect balance between lush fruit and fresh acidity. Crafted from coveted fruit grown on the Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard, this wines palate is medium-light, though rich from aging in neutral French oak. For more information about Laetitia Vineyard & Winery please call 805-481-1772, 1-888-809-VINE, or visit www.LaetitiaWine.com. Laetitia Vineyard & Winery is located at 453 Laetitia Vineyard Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. NOT TO SCALE
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OCTOBER 2013
BROKEN EARTH WINERY

The Land of Worked Earth
BY MIChAEL CERVIN
Winemaker Chris Cameron
Open daily from 10:30 a.m. - 5.30 p.m. 5625 highway 46 East, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 239-2562 | www.brokenearthwinery.com
At 2,500-acres, Rancho Tierra Rejada in Paso Robles is a massive plot of earth. In fact the Spanish name roughly translates to, the land of worked earth. Its rather fitting then that Broken Earth Winery owns and operates the land and is now in the hands of winemaker Chris Cameron, a veteran winemaker from Australia. Cameron is vice-president and director of winemaking for Broken Earth, but it is not his first winemaking foray into Paso Robles. Though born and raised in Australia, Cameron has worked more than 35 vintages around the globe including in Italy and Turkey, not to mention the U.S. For the last six years Cameron has called Paso Robles home, working at first at Summerwood Winery before taking the helm at Broken Earth Winery on Paso Robles Eastside right off Highway 46. And Camerons diligent focus on the wines at Broken Earth has already been recognized, between 2012 and 2013 they have won 5 best of class awards and 15 gold medals at various wine competitions throughout the US. Weve come a long way in our first 12 months, Cameron explains. The winery grounds at Broken Earth are dotted with sprawling lawns, Italian Cypress trees, multiple patios and picnic areas and youll probably notice the solar panels that provide the majority of energy for the winery. As you enter the massive 110,000 square-foot winery and hospitality facility, not only is the cavernous space decked out with multiple tasting bars, but there are five different wine labels to choose from. The winery makes a full range of wines from dry table wines to dessert and specialty wines. The multiple labels you will encounter include Shimmin Canyon, Pull, Triptych, Quadrant and Broken Earth. The strategy was to develop different wine brands and styles at a variety of price points to try and meet the needs of every guest. There are no tasting fees for any of their estate wines, a rarity for any tasting room, and theres even a small deli on site. In addition to the wines they have just released their single vineyard series, those wines made from specific vineyards and not blended from other vineyard blocks. Wines under the Triptych label include two wines, a white blend made from Viognier, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay & a red blend made from Grenache, Syrah and Petite Sirah. The Broken Earth wines include Petit Verdot, Tempranillo, and Albario, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot,
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Petite Sirah, Grenache Blanc and Chardonnay. The Broken Earth wines include Petit Verdot, Tempranillo and Albario. All the five labels are offered in the tasting room and on their website. There are about 20 different wines to choose from on the tasting menu with bottle prices ranging from $15 to $40. Broken Earth wines are distributed throughout the U.S and even Australia. But you dont need to go any further than McPhees Grill in Templeton, Thomas Hill Organics in Paso Robles and El Colibri in Cambria, as these are just a few of the local places that carry their wines. Broken Earth also offers custom designed labels for their wines. You can have your picture taken and within an hour, take home a
PLEASANT VALLEY
Wine Tasting in
TACKITT FAMILY
6640 Von Dollen Road, San Miguel
bottle of wine with your own label on it! Varieties available include Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon or a Cab/Merlot blend. Using a state of the art German printer the image quality is terrific. Additionally, the winery offers live concerts and their Saturday music series will continue throughout the fall. Broken Earth can also host weddings, corporate events, reunions, just about anything you can think of. So stop by and sample what the Broken Earth of Paso Robles wine country can offer. Broken Earth Winery is located at 5625 Highway 46 East in Paso Robles. They are open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Contact them directly at (805) 239-2562, www.brokenearthwinery.com
Friday-Sunday 12-5 805-467-9490

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OCTOBER 2013
PREFERRED TASTING ROOM
JADA VINEYARD & WINERY

BY CAThY NEUShUL
Jada Vineyard & Winery is known for its award-winning selection of estate wines and for friendly service. Now, however, tasting room visitors will be able to get even more of a good thing. Jada is celebrating its best sales year ever as well as critical highpoint with its 38th 90+ rated wine (in the past 6 vintages) by offering twice as many wines as offered in the past, in two flights. The opportunity to try a wide selection of Jadas wines, in an inviting and beautiful setting, is not one you will want to miss. While Jadas wines draw visitors to the tasting room, there is another unique inducement that makes the whole experience a little different. Each of the wines is paired with a particular cheese. The cheeses are from Holland, Spain, Wisconsin and the Central Coast, and are made from cow, goat and even sheeps milk.
Here are a few of the pairings offered in the tasting room:

The 2010 Jersey Girl, an estate Syrah, is paired with a Central Coast cheese called Seascape, made from cow and goats milk. The 2010 Jack of Hearts, 64% Estate Petit Verdot, 36% Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, is paired with Ewephoria, a gouda made from sheeps milk, that comes from Friesland, Holland. The 2010 Hells Kitchen, 44% Estate Grenache, 37% Estate Syrah, 15% Mourvedre, 4% Tannat, is paired with a cheese from Spain called Iberico & Quince, made with cows milk. There are two separate flights tasting room visitors can choose from the Reserve or the Jada Signature Series. Here are the wines found in each flight.
Reserve Flight :
2011 88, an unfiltered white Rhone blend made up of 50% Estate Grenache Blanc, 43% Estate Roussanne, 7% Estate Viognier 2010 Jersey Girl, an estate Syrah. 2009 Malstria, 50% Estate Syrah, 39% Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Estate Petit Verdot. 2011 PASSING By, 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Petit Verdot, 2% Merlot. 2010 JACK OF HEARTS, 64% Estate Petit Verdot, 36% Estate Cabernet Sauvignon.
Jada Signature Series:

2012 XCV, an unfiltered white Rhone blend, 37% Estate Grenache Blanc, 41% Estate Roussanne, 22% Estate Viognier. 2010 Hells Kitchen, 44% Estate Grenache, 37% Estate Syrah, 15% Mourvedre, 4% Tannat. 2010 STRAYTS, 78% Estate Merlot, 22% Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. 2010 WCS SYRAH, Estate Syrah. 2010 WCS CABERNET SAUVIGNON, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. Jadas tasting room is located at 5620 Vineyard Drive in Paso Robles, off Highway 46 West. The tasting room is open daily 11 a.m. am to 5 p.m. To schedule a tour or reserve a table call (805)226-4200. For more information, you can visit Jadas website at www.jadavineyard.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/JadaVineyard.
Open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 5620 Vineyard Drive, off highway 46 West, Paso Robles (805) 226-4200 |www.jadavineyard.com
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WINEMAKER PROFILE
NINER WINE ESTATES

BY JEMMA WILSON
Winemaker, Patrick Muran
Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 2400 highway 46 West, Paso Robles www.ninerwine.com | (805) 239-2233
Paso Robles is home to hundreds of wineries, many of which are known for their incredible wines, amazing views or friendly staff. Sometimes you get lucky and discover a winery that embodies all three of those qualities, much like Niner Wine Estates does. Niner Wine Estates, known for their views of Heart Hill and their signature Cooking Classes, are also known for their incredible wines. From Syrah to Cabernet Sauvignon, Albarino to Sangiovese, Niner Wine Estates consistently produces highly desired wines, thanks to the works of winemaker Patrick Muran. Patrick, who joined Niner Wine Estates four years ago as the assistant winemaker, was promoted earlier this year as head winemaker and is excited to further explore the innovative side of winemaking. The creativity is fascinating to me. Its the baking approach vs. the cooking approach; you can either stick to a recipe or free flow, and thats the aspect that really appeals to me, Patrick said. After growing up in Arroyo Grande, Patrick headed south to obtain his degree in Microbiology at UC Santa Barbara, where he stumbled into the wine industry through a friends father. Upon graduation he ventured to San Diego where he worked as an EMT, but eventually made his way back to his roots on the Central Coast. He focused on his degree and started working in the lab for Orcutt Road Cellars, which then led to a cellar job, and the rest, as they say, is history. Throughout his time at Orcutt Road Cellars, Patrick had great exposure to many different winemakers, and soon discovered his passion and talents in this field. Keeping connected with his peers, he was able to work his way up to his position today. What I love most is what a close-knit community this is, we always circle back to each other and share ideas, Patrick said. Working for Niner Wine Estates has given Patrick the opportunity to truly push the boundaries of his talents. Attributing their top quality resources coupled with very few limiting factors, he is always able to express himself and produce really good wine. To try some of Patricks latest creations for yourself, visit the friendly hospitality staff of Niner Wine Estates at 2400 Highway 46 West in Paso Robles, open daily from 10am to 5pm. For more information on their wines or exclusive cooking classes, contact them at (805) 239-2233 or NinerWine.com.
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QUP WINE
Qup is Way Cool
Bob Lindquist is a cool guy, huge music fan, loves the Dodgers, a true laid back Southern California dude and a great winemaker. But it is Qupes Syrah that is way cool. Cool climate that is. Stylistically, cool climate Syrah made is uniquely different from those made in warmer areas. As a rule, wines produced further inland tend to be bigger, fatter, richer, and often feature jammy flavors of blueberry, raspberry and cherry. Cool climate Syrah is much more restrained. The wines are aromatic and produce classical floral notes of lavender or violet, smoked meats, leather and tobacco. Intensive, concentrated flavors include black fruit, cherries, ripe blackberries and plums; white pepper and high tone spices are common characteristics. Overall, cool climate Syrahs show a much more elegant and balanced style. The wines have outstanding ageing potential and are more suited to food pairings. Bobs commitment to vinifying Syrah from cool climates has made him an icon in the area. This was recognized recently when he was named one of the top 25 most influential winemakers in the United States! Bobs love of cool climate Syrah wine comes from drinking the great French wines of the Rhone, such as Cte Rtie, Hermitage and Cornas, which are naturally affected in the late afternoon by cool breezes blowing off the Rhne River or by even harsher currents from the mistral winds that come from the Alps. In California, the biggest factor is the ocean itself. Realizing the unique cool climate conditions of the Central Coast, Bob
Open Daily 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 2963 Grand Avenue, Ste. B, Los Olivos, CA (805) 686-4200 | www.qupe.com
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sources the majority of his grapes from cooler vineyard sources like the Bien Nacido Vineyard and the Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard. He and his wife Louisa developed the Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard in the Edna Valley, where they produce Demeter Certified Biodynamic Syrah and Grenache. They also grow and produce Albario and Tempranillo there, which they bottle under their Verdad label. To try Bobs cool climate Syrah and all of his other wines visit his tasting room in the heart of Los Olivos at 2963 Grand Ave. His staff of friendly, knowledgeable pourers will be able to answer all your questions and give you a great tasting experience. You can also purchase the wines on line at www.qupe.com or call (805) 686-4200.
OPEN 10 am - 5 pm Thursday through Monday

420 E HWY 246, Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 691-1300
www.loringwinecompany.com www.cargasacchi.com www.pointconcepcionwines.com
Specializing in Pinot Noir, with 12 varietals in the tasting room Tasting fee waived on a $50 bottle purchase
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WINE COUNTRY NEWS | WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTH
OCTOBER 2013
Santa Ynez Valleys 4th Annual Scarecrow Fest

Solvang, the Danish-centric town nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country on Californias Central Coast, will usher in the fall season as they kick off their Fourth Annual Scarecrow Fest and Contest on Friday, October 11. This years Scarecrow Fest will, for the first time, be expanded to include four additional Santa Ynez Valley towns: Buellton, Los Alamos, Los Olivos and Santa Ynez. During the month-long event, which concludes on Monday, November 11, Solvang businesses will participate in the contest by featuring a scarecrow of their own creation, posted at their location. Locals, tourists and other area merchants will vote via ballot boxes scattered about the City, for scarecrow winners in eight different categories: Most Danish, Best Action Scarecrow, Best Use of Natural Materials, Best Traditional Scarecrow, Spookiest, Best Use of Business Theme, Most Humorous, and Best Use of Recycled Materials. Ballots will be available at the Solvang Visitors Center and at participating businesses, and will feature maps to direct voters to each of the contests scarecrows. Once a public winner has been chosen for each category, the Best Solvang Scarecrow will be selected by a panel of 10 judges, who will be presented with one scarecrow winner from each of seven different areas of Solvang. The Best Scarecrow from Solvang will be entered into the Valley-wide competition with the winners from Buellton, Los Alamos, Los Olivos and Santa Ynez, to determine the Valleys Best Scarecrow. The ultimate winner will be announced on November 20 at 2:30 p.m., at the Wildling Art Museum (Mission Drive and Fifth Street), during the November edition of Solvang's monthly "Third Wednesday". The Valley winner will receive the contests exclusive, handcrafted trophy, the Harvest Cup, to keep on display in their town until the conclusion of the following years contest. Solvangs Scarecrow Fest was created to drive business to each of the participating businesses and organizations, as well as to the town and the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley locales, in general. The eight different voting categories mentioned above, were selected through a conscious effort to nurture friendly competition and community among the local businesses, to highlight the unique traits that Solvang possesses, and to encourage mindful, ecoconscious creativity. As added enticement for Solvang visitors, the Valley will play host to numerous and varied activities during the month-long Scarecrow Fest stretch. One such bonus is the October installment of Solvangs Third Wednesday, to be held on October 16, which will feature a Fall Frolic Block Party at the towns West End including live music, free treats and cider, free face painting, a doggie costume contest sponsored by Lemos Feed & Pet Supply, a Cash Mob, and free admission to the Wildling Art Museum, which will stay open until 7:00 p.m. For more information visit www.syvscarecrows.com/solvang or www.syvscarecrows.com.
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Solvangs Third Wednesday Gear Up for Halloween

Solvang's monthly "Third Wednesday" activities in October, to be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2013, will include a Fall Frolic Block Party at the towns West End, which will serve as a Halloween boot camp of sorts for locals and visitors seeking seasonal food, fun, furry-friend frivolity and savings. In addition to the weekly Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market, regular Third Wednesday deals at local restaurants and gourmet food purveyors, the popular Wine & Beer Walk and discounts at local hotels, the October Third Wednesdays West End block party will feature live music, free treats and cider, free face painting for both children and adults, a doggie costume contest sponsored by Lemos Feed & Pet Supply, another Third Wednesday Cash Mob, and free admission to the Wildling Art Museum, which will stay open until 7:00 p.m. for all West End party-goers. Octobers West End Fall Frolic fun starts with a Cash Mob gathering at 5:20 p.m., when Third Wednesday bargain hunters are invited to meet in front of Santa Ynez Valley Real Estate (1595 Mission Drive, by the clock on the corner of Mission Drive and Atterdag Road), each bearing $10 to spend. The Cash Mob will travel together to Octobers mystery shopping location one of the local merchants who will offer an exclusive Third Wednesday discount on their wares, allowing Mobbers to put their $10 to good use. As a reward to the Mob for showing their support of the mystery local business, all Cash Mobbersare invited to Wandering Dog Wine Bar post-shopping, where all Mob guests will receive complimentary spiced nuts, 25% off select wines by the glass, and 15% off bottle purchases, logo clothing and gourmet food items. Octobers Fall Frolic continues at 5:30 p.m. when local face painting impresario, Crystal Rocha, will set up in front of Olsen's Danish Village Bakery (1529 Mission Drive), where she will decorate kids of all ages until 7:30 p.m. The festivities roll on as the Lemossponsored doggie costume contest kicks off at 6:00 p.m., with prizes being awarded for best costumes in three categories: Funniest,Scariest and Most Original. To enter the costume contest, human handlers can simply show up in front of Lemos (1511 Mission Drive) by 6:00 p.m., with their animal counterparts. As no party is complete without music, Santa Ynezs own Country Rock Americana band, Spun Honey, will be serenading West End block party guests from their perch in front of Paulas Pancake House (1531 Mission Drive). As always, Solvang's Third Wednesday revelers can soak up the day's deals and discounts spread throughout the town, by venturing out on the Third Wednesday Wine & Beer Walk (3:00 to 7:00 p.m.), a monthly, ticketed activity ($20 per person) which features wine or beer tastings at five venues of participants' Continued on page 41
Quality Craft Beers from Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.

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

Wandering Dog Wine Bar is a family owned business by people who are passionate about wine. Director di Vino, Charles CT Williams, has an extensive knowledge of the local wine country and has a knack for picking out under the radar wines before anyone else has heard of them. Everything here is palate-picked meaning that we try every wine that we carry and are not influenced by the latest trends or scores. In fact, you will not a see a score for any wines anywhere on our site. Leave your leash behindit is more than just a motto, it is a way of life for us. We encourage you to try wines youve never heard of from producers you didnt know existed in places that you never thought produced wine. This is not the place to sample your typical Cabernets and Chardonnays and chances are, you may only have heard of half of the wines that we carry. With a wide variety of wine, beer and sparkling from artisan producers along the Central Coast, as well as from around the world, there is always something for everyone. Enjoy one of our themed flights or order a glass of wine and relax with friends. If you need a little break from all of the wine, do a beer flight instead, or just kick back with a cold one! The only thing better than wine and beer is having some little bites to go along with it, so we offer a nice array of gourmet antipasto and cheese platters as well as delicious chocolate truffles and caramels. Visitors can also add on a cheese pairing to any flight for $5 for those who want more of the tasting experience. For those visiting on a Thursday, stop in for the Blind Tasting from 4-7pm. Each month is a different focus and guests are challenged to
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The Martians have landed in Los Alamos! Their home is well, as the website says, a place where taste buds rule over the likes of computers, paradoxes and strange men in black. Welcome to Martian Ranch & Vineyard where its stunning views, winery, vineyard and a Martian or two can be found inviting you to share in the journey from sky to ground to grape to barrel and finally to your glass. Twenty years ago, the Martian journey took hold and did not let go of Nan Helgeland, owner of Martian Ranch. Reaching for the stars, Nan envisioned a vineyard which exemplified balance and harmony of the earth. She patiently waited for the right time, place and farming practices to bring her passion to life. Time warping to the present, you will see twenty biodynamically farmed, Demeter certified acres of Rhone and Spanish varietals. Mike
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CASA DUMETZ WINES Casa Dumetz started in 2004 with a patch of raw earth, a bucket of grapevines and grit. We are committed to producing authentic wine. Come visit our tasting room in historic Los Alamos! 388 Bell Street, Los Alamos www.casadumetzwines.com | (805) 344-1900 Open Thursday 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. GLOBAL GARDENS & CALITERRANEAN CAF Global Gardens is a California food company inspiring worldly flavors. Award-winning, local, certified organic EVOO, balsamic vinegars & over 50 home-made products. Guided tastings, fresh caf, seasonal Club. 380 Bell Street, Los Alamos www.globalgardensonline.com | (805) 344-2222 Thursday through Monday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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BEDFORD WINERY For the adventurous that seek the uncommon, go to Bedford Winery. Along with barrel fermented Chardonnays and signature Syrahs, there is always the surprise of lesser known varietals. 448 Bell St, Los Alamos (805) 344-2107 | www.bedfordwinery.com Daily 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. BELL STREET FARM EATERY & MARKET Bell Street Farm is a culinary destination in Santa Barbara County wine country. This delicious eatery/market is located in Los Alamos, California and is surrounded by gorgeous vineyards and farmland. With the freshest cuisine and comfortable design, Bell Street Farm is the perfect place to enjoy a meal, snack or a wine tasting. 406 Bell Street, Los Alamos | (805) 344-4609 Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CAFE QUACKENBUSH A full service coffee house & cafe paired with the Art Brut Gallery of fine art and antiques, located in the historic Los Alamos General Store 458 Bell Street, Los Alamos www.GeneralStoreCa.com | (805) 344-4440 Tuesday through Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
MARTIAN RANCH & VINEYARD Martian Ranch & Vineyard is a biodynamic vineyard and winery established in 2008. Located on the scenic Alisos Canyon Road, we offer an eclectic array of wines, produced from our estate vineyard. 9110 Alisos Canyon Rd, Los Alamos www.martianvineyard.com | (805) 344-1804
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Zaca Mesa, a loose translation meaning peaceful table, has been a winery of firsts. They were the first winery to plant Syrah in Santa Barbara County in 1978, and the first Central Coast winery to appear in Wine Spectators Top 10 list. Their Syrah was served by President Clinton to French President Jacque Chirac at a White House State Dinner, and also served at President Reagans 80th birthday party at the Beverly Hilton. Thats a pretty impressive history. The focus is squarely on Syrah, but youll also find Chardonnay, Viognier and Roussanne as well as Mouvedre and Grenache. The rustic wood clad tasting room, shaded by old oak trees, is large enough so you dont feel cramped, but small enough to remain intimate. At Zaca Mesa youll get a tasting of seven wines for $10. The tasting flights change every couple of weeks based on availability of the wines so theres always something different and new to sample. You can relax at one of their many picnic tables or challenge your friends to a game of chess on their life-size chessboard. A quick walk on their hiking trail provides extraordinary sights of the Santa Ynez Valley and surrounding farms. Tours and large group tastings are
available, so call in advance for a reservation. Family owned for nearly three decades they are dedicated to the farming of their vineyards and the 2013 crop looks promising. They have been shoot-thinning and removing leaves around the fruitingzone for balanced yields and maximum exposure to the early-morning sun which should lead beautiful fruit once harvest begins in August. Stop in to taste past vintages and get excited about the future ones. They are open 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd., contact them at (805) 688-9339 ext. 308, or www.zacamesa.com. (See ad on page 44 for 2 for 1 Tasting Offer)
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The Santa Barbara County Vintners Association (SBCVA) is pleased to announce the legendary, Celebration of Harvest, returns to the beautiful Rancho Sisquoc in the Santa Maria Valley on Saturday, October 12 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Tickets for this popular wine and food festival and the accompanying Vintners Visa are now on sale. The stunning grounds of the Rancho Sisquoc Winery will provide the perfect setting for an afternoon of exploring the wines produced by the 100+ member wineries of the Santa Barbara County Vintners Association as well as local fare provided by dozens of restaurants, caterers and food purveyors. Live music and a silent auction coordinated by the Santa Barbara Vintners Foundation will feature unique large format bottles as well as vertical and library wine collections that will help raise funds for local charities.
Celebration of Harvest Returns to Rancho Sisquoc

In addition to the festival itself, the weekend long celebration, October 11-14, showcases the connection of wine and food in Santa Barbara Wine County with dinners, special tastings, vineyard walks and open houses hosted at the many tasting rooms and restaurants throughout Santa Barbara County. The Vintners Visa is a four day passport to twelve participating wineries offering complimentary wine tasting experiences and exclusive special offers. Santa Barbara County is a renowned wine region home to an interesting mix of winemakers, grape growers, farmers, ranchers and food artisans, said SBCVA Executive Director Morgen McLaughlin. Festival attendees can taste this intersection of wine and food at our annual harvest event and at various venues all weekend long. Tickets for the Celebration of Harvest and the Vintners Visa can be purchased online at www.sbcountywines.com.
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Rancho Sisquoc Winery is one of the oldest wineries in Santa Barbara County having started growing grapes in 1968 with Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling. Today it is still a family owned winery and their 310 acres of vineyards overlooking the Sisquoc River are home to unique micro-climates which allow them to grow diverse varieties such as including, Malbec, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and the obscure German grape Sylvaner. To the Chumash Indians who once lived on this land the word Sisquoc meant a gathering place and wine seekers still gather down a long dirt road amid lush green pastures and fruit trees at the winery tasting room, truly getting a feeling of early California. The vineyards are warmer than vineyards in the lower Santa Maria Valley, but Rancho Sisquoc is cooler than the Santa Ynez Valley just 20 miles south due to what is known as the transverse range; coastal mountains which running west-east, not north-south, that bring cool winds and fog inland from the Pacific Ocean, tempering the vines. Winemaker Alec Franks abides by a simple philosophy for the 18,000 cases he makes; create high quality wines in limited quantities, and offer them at a reasonable price. Tasting fees are $8 for any six wines from their wine list and there are usually a dozen wines to choose from, and a stemless logo glass is included. You can bring a picnic to the beautiful and quiet grounds any time you like. Rancho Sisquoc is truly a throwback to another time. The rustic wood tasting room is located at 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd. near Santa Maria. They are open Monday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday through Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact them at www.ranchosisquoc.com, or (805) 934-4332.
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The Original Roadhouse Grill boasts a mouth-watering grill menu, full-service saloon, satellite horse racing and lets you throw your empty peanut shells on the ground. The Original Roadhouse Grill prides itself on an extensive menu that features favorites such as slow-roasted bourbon tri-tip, fall-off-
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epicure.sb Heats Up with 100+ Choices in October

Celebrate the 5th Anniversary of Santa Barbaras Month-Long Epicurean Adventure
Celebrate the best of the Santa Barbara South Coasts cuisine, libations and culture during the month-long culinary extravaganza epicure.sb. The 5th anniversary of this popular event celebrates the Spirit of Santa Barbara with over 100 ways to crave, toast and explore the bounty of the region. With 31 days, 67 events, 17 prix fixe menus, 16 hotel packages and more to come, visitors have an assortment of ways to explore the epicurean side of Santa Barbara. This year, epicure.sb takes center stage on Visit Santa Barbaras social media channels. The month-long celebration is denoted as #epicuresb on Twitter, will appear on Pinterest, Google+ and Instagram, and will be the subject of a special Facebook sweepstakes. To help commemorate the events 5th anniversary, fans of Santa Barbara will be invited to participate in a memory card match-style online game that will feature event participants, special events and specific messaging. Once users have completed the game, they can enter to win the grand prize a return visit to Santa Barbara to enjoy epicure.sb in 2014. Each year epicure.sb gains popularity, and this year is no exception with 89+ participants, and a total of 100+ offerings. Locals and visitors can choose from special events, distinctive dining experiences and exclusive hotel packages. Recent additions to the program include: Plates of Indonesia (Oct. 7-9, 14-16) Sama Sama Kitchen will take diners on a food tour back in time. Explore the different countries that have settled in Indonesia over the course of 1,000 years and how the Dutch, Portuguese and Chinese have influenced the indigenous cuisine of Indonesia. Secret Sundays: A Smorgasbord Speakeasy (Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27) Enjoy a secret menu on Sundays at The Blue Owl if you know the password. The theme changes weekly with the final Sunday featuring a smorgasbord of 10 different pies. Patrons that answer the weekly riddle can stay longer. New Noise Music Festival (Oct. 17-19) Also celebrating its fifth anniversary, this unique festival hosts more than 100 artists and music industry speakers over three days. New Noise aims to be fun, creative and educational giving artists and participants the resources and opportunities to perform and learn in a professional and inventive setting. Funk Zone Arts Festival (Oct. 19) Discover the hidden, and not-so-hidden, treasures of the Funk Zone at this 2nd Annual Arts Festival. Experience first-hand the neighborhoods unique culinary and cultural offerings including food and wine specials, exclusive dining experiences, and guided tours of the area's creative community. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of this vibrant area. 5th Annual Sensational Seafood (Oct. 10) At the Ty Warner Sea Centers sunset celebration, explore the delicious ways ones choices can protect the oceans health. Crave and savor sustainability while tasting the wonderful variety of seafood harvested around Santa Barbara. Get some food-for-thought while meeting local fisherman and chefs who are leading the way to a more sustainable future. Distilling the Spirits and Tastes of Santa Barbara (Oct. 8) Join Spare Parts and Cutlers Artisan Spirits for a one-of-a-kind evening. Learn creative ways to infuse the evenings entrees, made from fresh and local ingredients, with Cutlers unique spirits. Guests will also sip on signature Cutler Cocktails made by the founder of Santa Barbaras first legal distillery, Ian Cutler. Date Night at Salt (Oct. 25) Enjoy a special night out with your loved one at Salt. Relax in their gorgeous Himalayan salt cave watching the Academy Award nominated film Chocolat while indulging in their artisan salted chocolate truffles and sipping bubbly. Family Fun at La Cumbre Plaza (every Friday in October) Fridays throughout October bring the entire family for hands on events that include making jam, brownies, beaded bracelets and caramel apples. Check out the weekly Local Artisans Market happening at the same time. Eat Local Challenge (Oct. 1-31) Edible Santa Barbara is partnering with the Community Environmental Council, Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market and the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County to encourage people to only eat locally grown and produced food during the month of October. For complete listings or ore information visit epicuresb.com.
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Tessa Marie Wines

Graduating from high school, most people think about college. But Tessa Parker was thinking about wine. Coming from a winemaking family (her father is Eli Parker who has his own label and her grandfather was Fess Parker) her college curriculum was working in her familys tasting room and ironically at age 18 she was legally unable to sample the wines she was pouring. But that didnt stop her enrolling in the Enology and Viticulture program at Allan Hancock College in Santa Maria. During her first semester while working harvest at a local winery, she discovered what would become her favorite wine - Sangiovese. This Italian grape captivated her because of its food-friendly appeal and ripe fruit. I like to make New World-style wines with bold, standout flavors that still demonstrate balance, she says. Not yet a veteran winemaker, she nonetheless has multiple harvests under her belt. She crafts her wines in a small, unassuming industrial warehouse, a stark contrast to her sleek modern Italian-styled tasting room. For me, making wine is really about making art. I dont mean that I take it all too seriously; its just that I like to take my time when Im making wine, Tessa says. I rely much more upon my intuition and sense of taste when Im in the cellar, than on analysis. I guess my approach is intuitive, more than anything else, she says, You can sample her wines including Vermentino, a sparkling Vermentino, Sangiovese and Coquette - a flirty blend blend of a sparkling Sangiovese and Syrah, hinting at seduction. Bottle prices ranging from $20 to $36, and the tasting fee, including souvenir glass is $10. Tessa Marie Wines is located at 2901 Grand Ave., Suite C, Los Olivos. They are open Thursday through Monday 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (805) 688-6081, or visit www.tessamariawines.com for more information.
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Santa Maria is a bit of a difficult place to describe to Pinot-philes who havent been there. Its basically a cowboy town full of ranchers and farmers and big, manly trucks. Lots of cowboy hats, cowboy boots and big belt buckles. Not exactly not the backdrop most imagine of when daydreaming about wine country, especially that of the refined Pinot Noir. Nevertheless, the Santa Maria Valley produces bar none, some of the finest Pinot Noirs that the entire state of California has to offer. You just have to come to grips with the image of cowboys and an open fire grill lined with sizzling beef in your fantasy. One such cowboy figure is Bob Torres. Torres family has been in Santa Barbara Countys Santa Maria Valley for over 100 years. A local legend himself since he opened his first Pappys restaurant in 1957, Bob is an old-school Santa Maria guy, with the cowboy hat, cowboy boots and belt buckle to prove it. He loves this land. Bob planted five acres of vines on his Santa Maria estate in 2000. The quality of the fruit was recognized immediately, and Caymus Chuck Wagner snatched up all he could get. In 2006 Torres bottled under his own label Toretti Family Vineyard. Forget the images of cowboy country when you enter their newly opened Los Olivos tasting room. It has a relaxed cowboy atmosphere and reflects their rich family history. Bobs daughter, Milena manages the tasting room and will welcome you. Visit the family at 2933 San Marcos Avenue, Suite 101. Visit their website, Toretti.com for more about their wines.
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Come see why Robert Parker, Jr. said... Production is small, but these wines are well worth seeking out!
Open Daily 11-5 2901 A Grand Avenue, Los Olivos 805-693-9644 www.AndrewMurrayVineyards.com
2963 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos (805) 686-4200

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Los Olivos Tasting Room
Established in 1987, the Los Olivos Tasting Room & Wine Shop was Californias first independent tasting room, specializing in Santa Barbara and Central Coast Pinot Noirs. Located in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley wine country, this beautiful and inviting tasting room is perfectly situated to also feature handcrafted wines produced by smaller, Central Coast winemakers and wineries that do not have their own tasting room or have limited hours. The robust assortment of wines changes constantly, giving tasters the opportunity to experience several new wines each visit. Tastings are only $10 per person, and includes tastings of up to nine wines, including four Pinot Noirs, two white wines, two other select reds and a dessert wine. The sign indicating Consumable Art above the door is an accurate reflection of the artistry that is reflected in each of the wines carried. Visitors will often have the opportunity to taste with owner Chris Benzinger, whose knowledge of wines is incredibly extensive. Whether enjoying it now or looking to age it, regardless of the occasion Benzinger and his staff will be able to help you select the perfect wine. There is also a wine club for those interested in
receiving an assortment of local wines, with several different options to cater to quantity, frequency and price range. The Los Olivos Tasting Room & Wine Shop is located at 2905 Grand Avenue in Los Olivos, and is open every day from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call (805) 688-7406 or visit www.thelosolivostastingroom.com.
RANCHO OLIVOS
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2390 N Refugio Rd Santa Ynez, CA 93460
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Visit Dragonette Cellars

Now entering its fourth year in its off-Grand location in downtown Los Olivos, Dragonette Cellars has rapidly become known for the high quality of its limited and/or allocated, smallproduction, ultra-premium Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Rhne styled (Syrah- and Grenache-based) blends. Prominent wine critics, including the Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate and Stephen Tanzers International Wine Cellar have also discovered Dragonette Cellars, bestowing high praise and scores on their wines. For the wine country visitor, Dragonette Cellars has an added plus; their tasting room is staffed by the proprietors and their family members, who are all intimately involved in the production of the wines and the story behind the label. Dragonette Cellars is a collaboration between family and friends, John and Steve Dragonette and Brandon Sparks Gillis, who interned at some of the finest vineyards and wineries before launching their own label. Utilizing a network of personal vineyard contacts, they obtain grapes from selected blocks within meticulously managed vineyards throughout the Sta. Rita Hills (Pinot Noir), Happy Canyon (Sauvignon Blanc) and the Santa Ynez Valley (Syrah). In most cases, they buy grapes on a per acre basis, which allows them to control important viticultural decisions and limit yields to produce the highest quality fruit. In the cellar Brandon, John and Steve focus on allowing their carefully selected fruit to evolve into wines of great complexity, purity and balance. To that end, they monitor each vineyard block carefully before harvest, picking in several passes to ensure optimal ripeness and balance. Fermentation and elevage are monitored obsessively, and the final blends are painstakingly crafted barrel by barrel. Dragonette Cellars Tasting Room is located in Los Olivos, just east of the flagpole and is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Monday, or by appointment. Visit dragonettecellars.com for more information.
Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

Visit our Tasting Room located "Off Grand Thursday-Monday 12-5:30 www.toretti.com 2933 San Marcos Avenue, Suite 101 | Los Olivos, CA | 805.688.8002
Sip and Shop...A double delight!
The new kid on the block is quickly becoming the talk of the town.
TASTING ROOM & BOUTIQUE (Cheen-kweh stell-lay)

OPEN THURSDAY-MONDAY 11AM-5PM
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave Suite 102 Los Olivos CA 93341 805-686-4101 www.cinquestellewinery.com
www.facebook.com/#!/CinqueStelleWinery
Stop by and sip splendid wines and shop in the spectacular boutique featuring ladies apparel, jewelry and unique gifts.
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ARCADIAN 1515 East Chestnut Ave, Suite B, Lompoc | Open daily 11am-5pm 805-737-3900, www.arcadianwinery.com Inspired by the great traditions of Burgundian winemaking, Joseph Davis has been making Arcadian Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah in California's Central Coast region since 1996. Using French artisan methods and hands-on vineyard management, Joe's Arcadian label consistently receives high marks from the world's most respected wine writers.
LOMPOC WINE GHETTO

Arcadian Winery
JOSEPH BLAIR WINES 1509 E Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc 805-618-2072, www.josephblair.com Open Friday-Sunday 12-5pm, or by appointment Joseph Blair Wines produces small lots, with a focus on vineyard designated wines. When you have one of these, youll know it is something special and unique.
PALMINA 1520 East Chestnut Court, Lompoc Thursday-Saturday 11am-5pm Sunday-Monday 11am-4pm 805-735-2030, www.palminawines.com Palmina is a Californian celebration of the rich, wonderful lifestyle and attitude toward food, wine, friends and family that exists in Italy. SCOTT CELLARS 316 North F St, Lompoc | Friday-Sunday 11am-4pm (805) 736-6161, www.scottcellars.com Specializing in vineyard designate Sangiovese's and our lavish Cuvee's, we produce ultra rich California style wines. Our Sangiovese's are dense with fruit and the Cuvee's are silky smooth. Private tastings by appointment.
STOLPMAN VINEYARDS 1700 Industrial Way, Ste B; Friday 1-5pm Saturday 11am-5pm, Sunday 1-5pm 805-688-0400, www.stolpmanvineyards.com Try a splash of estate grown Syrah, Sangiovese and Roussanne amidst the controlled chaos of sorting, punch-downs, pressing & racking to truly experience the excitement of winemaking...
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ZOTOVICH CELLARS 1500EastChestnutCourt, SuiteD; Lompoc 805-736-1600, www.zotovichcellars.com Thursday-Sunday10am-5pm A family owned and operated boutique winery. "We grow, produce and bottle estate Syrah, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. We're new to the Lompoc Wine Ghetto. Stop in to meet us!"
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TRANSCENDENCE 313 N. F. Street, Lompoc 805-689-5258, www.transcendwines.com Friday-Sunday 11am-4pm. $10 Tasting Fee Life happens over a bottle of wine: you fall in love, celebrate a birth, mourn someones passing, begin, end, plan, listen dream. Transcendence celebrates the journey you take with a great bottle of wine.
Like most passionate wine enthusiasts, a great epiphany led Joe Davis to his calling as a winemaker... While in college on an athletic scholarship, Davis, the son of a Monterey California fishing family, took a job in a wine shop. One Christmas, a good customer brought Joe a gift of a 1978 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, Domaine Dujac. One sip and he was completely taken with the flavor and sheer deliciousness of the wine.To have winemaking as a life pursuit and to make wine like this, he thought, would be the most wonderful thing in the world. And so his quest began. Joe voraciously read everything he could find that was wine related and enrolled in UC Davis graduate program. In 1985, he met and went to work for Dan Lee of Morgan Winery. While primarily making award-winning Chardonnay, Davis never lost site of that fantastic Burgundy and in 1990, he presented a classic Pinot Noir production plan to Morgan Winery. His original plan included techniques Davis applies today to his Arcadian Winery Pinot Noir; whole cluster fruit is hand picked and is sorted early in the day to ensure chilled fruit. Obviously, not all vintages are the same, the recipe might change, but by using these methods consistently, I impart a common thread among my wines that translates into my style says Davis. He employed these procedures for all of his Pinot Noir vintages (1986-1994) at Morgan and then took this knowledge to a general managers position at Bernardus Winery. Finally, in 1996, on his own and ready to fulfill his dream, he released Arcadian Winerys first vintage of Chardonnay to rave reviews. Joe realized another dream in late November 2011 when he opened his long-anticipated tasting room in the Lompoc Wine Ghetto. Arcadian Winery tasting room is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call (805) 737-3900 or go to www.arcadianwinery.com.
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Located in the heart of Santa Barbaras Funk Zone, Corks and Crowns stands out from its neighbors as a unique and memorable tasting experience. Whether youre on the hunt for highly acclaimed, hard-to-find wines or looking for a relaxing place to sip on a cool, craft beer with friends, this tasting room has it all and may quickly become your new favorite spot. As a boutique tasting room, Corks and Crowns showcases wines from multiple award-winning, small-production wineries. The selection focuses mostly on California, but also includes international producers, so youre sure to find something to suit your taste. Guests can choose from a selection of eight wine flights, each featuring three different wines, or opt for wine by the glass. For pinotphiles, they offer a Pinot Noir flight, often featuring local Pinot Noirs. For those searching for high-end, collectable wines, look no further than their Diamond flight, which offers the opportunity to taste expensive, limited-production wines, rated 91 points or above. These are often big-bodied Cabernet Sauvignons and Bordeaux-style blends, so few and far between in Santa Barbara County. For something closer to home, their 805 flight features all local wines. They even offer a white wine flight and a ros flight for those looking for something refreshing to beat the heat. The Corks wine club satisfies every
Fine Wine and Craft Brews in a Fun Setting

individuals tastes and offers complimentary tastings to members and their guests. Not a wine drinker? Corks and Crowns pours craft brew tastings and beer on tap for those looking to switch it up. Grab a pint of beer, often from local breweries such as Telegraph or Figueroa Mountain Brewery, and relax outside on their porch. Make sure to stop by on Sundays for cupcake and sparkling wine flights, cupcakes courtesy of Sugar Cat Studios (winner of Food Networks Cupcake Wars). Visit Corks and Crowns at 32 Anacapa Street, daily from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Contact them at (805) 845-8600 or visit them online at www.corksandcrowns.com.
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*Wines are subject to availability and release.
Baileyana Daily 10am-5pm, San Luis Obispo, (805) 269-8200 Broken Earth Winery Daily 9am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-2562 Calcareous Daily 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-0289 Castoro Cellars Daily 10am-5:30pm, Templeton, 1-888-DAM-FINE
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Cellar 360 Paso Robles Friday-Sunday 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, 1-877-774-9463 Chamisal Vineyards Daily 10am-5pm, San Luis Obispo, 1-866-808-9463 Clautiere Vineyard Thursday-Monday 12-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 237-3789 Doce Robles Daily 10am-5:30pm, Paso Robles, (805) 227-4766 Eberle Winery Daily 10am-6pm (5pm winter), Paso Robles, (805) 238-9607 Eos Estate Winery Daily 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 591-8050 Halter Ranch Vineyards Daily 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, 1-888-367-9977 Hunt Cellars Daily 10:30am-5:50pm, Paso Robles, (805) 237-1600 Jada Vineyard & Winery Daily 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 226-4200 J. Lohr Daily 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-8900 Laetitia Vineyard & Winery Daily 11am-5pm, Arroyo Grande, (805) 481-1772 Michael Gill Cellars Sat-Sun 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-1668 Mondo Cellars Mon-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri-Sun 11am-8pm, Paso Robles, (805) 226-2925 Niner Wine Estates Daily 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-2233 Opolo Vineyards Daily 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 238-9593 Peachy Canyon Winery Daily 10am-5:30pm, Templeton, (805) 239-1918 Robert Hall Winery Daily 10am-6pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-1616 Rotta Winery Daily 10:30am-5:30pm, Templeton, (805) 237-0510 Silver Horse Winery Thu-Sun 11am-5pm, San Miguel, (805) 467-9463 Stanger Vineyards Fri-Sun 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 238-4777 Stephen Ross Wine Cellars Thu-Sun 11am-5pm, San Luis Obispo, (805) 594-1318 SummerWood Daily 10am-6pm, Paso Robles, (805) 227-1365 Tackitt Family Vineyards Daily 12-5pm, San Miguel, (805) 467-9490 Talley Vineyards Daily 10:30am-4:30pm, Arroyo Grande, (805) 489-0446 Tolosa Winery Daily 11am-5pm, San Luis Obispo, (805) 782-0500 Venteux Vineyards Daily 10am-5pm, Templeton, (805) 369-0127 Villa San-Juliette Daily 11am-5pm, San Miguel, (805) 467-0014 Vina Robles Daily 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 227-4812 Wildhorse Winery & Vineyards Daily 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 788-6300

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*Wines are subject to availability and release.

Alta Maria Vineyards Daily 11am-5pm, Los Olivos, (805) 686-1144 Andrew Murray Tasting Room Daily 11am-5pm, Los Olivos, (805) 693-9644

A single bottle contains:

750 ml of wine which is 25.6 ounces made from about 2.4 pounds of grapes (39 oz.) and is enough for four or maybe five glasses.
Arcadian Mon-Thur 12-6:30, Fri-Sun 11-6, Lompoc, (805) 737-3900 Bedford Winery Open Daily 11-5, Los Alamos, (805) 344-2107 Buttonwood Winery Daily 11-5, Solvang, (805) 688-3032 Byron Daily 11-5, Los Olivos, (805) 938-7365 Cambria Winery & Vineyards Daily 10am-5pm, Santa Maria, (805) 805-937-8091 Carivintas Mon-Thur 12-7, Fri-Sun 11-7, Solvang, (805) 693-4331 Casa Dumetz Wines Thur 12-7, Fri-Sat 11-7, Los Alamos, (805) 344-1900 Cimarone Estate Wines Thursday-Monday 11am-5pm, Los Olivos, (805) 688-8011 Cinque Stella Winery Thur-Mon 11-5, Los Olivos, (805) 686-4101 Coquelicot Daily 11-5, Sat 10-5, Los Olivos, (805) 688-1500 Costa De Oro Winery Daily 11-6, Fri 11-8, Santa Maria, (805) 922-1468 Deep Sea Wine Daily 11-7, Santa Barbara, (805) 618-1185

One standard oak barrel of wine holds: 295 bottles of wine (or 59
gallons) made from 740 pounds of grapes which works out to almost but not precisely - 24 cases of wine.
Dragonette Cellars Thur-Mon 11-5, Los Olivos, (805) 693-0077 Firestone Vineyard Daily 10am-5pm; Tours 11:15am, 1:15 & 3:15pm, Los Olivos, (805) 688-3940 Fontes & Phillips Thur-Mon 11-5, Santa Ynez, (805) 688-2200 Foley Wines Daily 10am-5pm, Lompoc, (805) 737-6222 Joseph Blair Wines Fr-Sun 12-5, Lompoc, (805) 735-8937 Koehler Daily 10-5, Los Olivos, (805) 693-8384 Lincourt Daily 10am-5pm, Solvang, (805) 688-8554 Lions Peak Mon-Thu 11am-7pm, open later Fri-Sun, Solvang, (805) 693-5466 Loring Wine Co./Cargasacchi Fri-Sun 11-5, Buellton, (805) 742-0478
A case of wine includes: A dozen 750 ml bottles (or 24 half bottles) or 307.2 ounces total, which comes from 30 pounds of grapes.
Martian Ranch & Vineyard Daily 10-5, Los Alamos, (805) 344-1804 Palmina Thur-Sat 11-5, Sun-Mon 11-4, Lompoc, (805) 735-2030 Qup Daily 11am-5pm, Los Olivos, (805) 686-4200 Rancho Sisquoc Winery Mon-Thur 10-4, Fri-Sun 10-5, Santa Maria, (805) 934-4332 Scott Cellars Fri-Sun 11-4, Lompoc, (805) 736-6161 Sort This Out Cellars Sun-Thur 10-7, Fri-Sat 10-10, Solvang, (805) 688-1717 Stolpman Vineyards Fri-Sun 1-5, Sat-Sun 11-5, Lompoc, (805) 736-5000

An acre of vineyards land can give the grower: Five tons of grapes (though it is
also less, depending on a variety of farming and winemaking practices, and on the varietal and the vineyards location) which will give you 797 gallons of juice (or thirteenand-a-half barrels) which is pretty close to four thousand bottles of wine.
Tessa Marie Wines Thur-Mon 11:30-5, Los Olivos, (805) 688-6081 Toretti Family Thu-Mon 12-5:30pm, Los Olivos, (805) 688-8002 Transcendence Fri-Sun 11-4, Lompoc, (805) 689-5258 Zaca Mesa Daily 10am-4pm, Los Olivos, (805) 688-9339 x308 Zotovich Cellars Thur-Sun 10-5, Lompoc, (805) 736-1600

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Wine Bar Tasting

The most common tasting experience is a Wine Bar Tasting. You step up to the bar where typically a list of wines being poured is displayed. Expect to pay a tasting fee between $10-$40. Some tasting bars will offer you the option to taste a library or reserve wine. Exercising this option increases the fee, but will allow you to taste very unique, old or rare wines.

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Sit Down Tasting

A Sit Down Tasting usually requires an appointment, and there may be a slightly higher fee than a wine bar fee. Seated in an elegant room, you are poured several wines by your winery host. Expect your host to describe the unique characteristics of each wine and how it was made.

Walk Around Tasting

A Walk Around Tasting is a combination of a tour and a tasting. Your host brings along several bottles of wine on your tour, and may take you to a garden area of the winery to pour the first round. Then you move to another place within the winery to sample the next wine. This experience continues until all the wines are tasted.

Barrel Tasting

Another popular tasting experience that can be part of a tour or a Walk Around is a Barrel Tasting. Your guide takes a wine thief, a special siphon placed into a hole in the top of a barrel to extract tasting samples of a maturing wine. The sample allows you to taste what the wine is like in the middle of developing its full potential.

Why make an appointment?

Some wineries are so small that they need to know when you are coming so someone will be there to greet you. Others have sit-down tastings that start and end at specific times. Its always a good idea to schedule your appointments well in advance.

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Adelaida Cellars Paso Robles 5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980 Alta Colina Paso Robles 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805 227-4191 AmByth Estate Templeton 510 Sequoia Lane; 805 305-9497 Ancient Peaks Santa Margarita 22720B El Camino Real; 805-365-7045 Anglim Paso Robles 740 Pine St; 805-227-6813 AronHill Vineyards Templeton 3745 W. Hwy 46; 805-434-3066 Arroyo Robles Paso Robles 1317 Park St; 877-759-WINE Asuncion Ridge Paso Robles 729 12th Street; 805 237-3780 October Ridge Creston 8790 E. Highway 41; 805 239-2455 B & E Vineyards Paso Robles 6950 Union Rd; 805-286-5835 Barr Estate Winery Paso Robles 2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-237-1245 Barrel 27 Wine Co Paso Robles 2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-237-1245 Bassetti Vineyards Cambria 1191 N. Green Valley Rd; 805-927-1925 Bella Luna Templeton 1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477 Berardo Vineyards Paso Robles 3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 Bianchi Winery Paso Robles 3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 Black Hand Cellars Cambria 766 Main Street, Suite B ; 805-927-9463 Bodegas Paso Robles Paso Robles 729 13th Street; 805 237-3780 Bon Niche Cellars San Miguel 2627 Golden Eagle Way; 805-286-7798 Booker Vineyard Paso Robles 2640 Anderson Road; 805-237-7367 Brian Benson Cellars Paso Robles 2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 Brochelle Vineyards Paso Robles 2323 Tuley Ct, #130 ; 805-237-4410 Daily 10-5 X Th-Su 11-5 By appt Th-Mo 11-5:30 Th-Mo 11-6 or by Appt Daily 11-5 Daily 11-7 Daily 12:30-6 Fri-Sat till 8 Fr 12-5 Sa-Su 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 or by appt Fri-Sun 11-5 Daily 11-5 By Appt Fr-Mo 10-5 Weekends 12-5 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 12:30-6 Fri-Sat till 8 By Appt Thu-Sun 11-5 Fr-Su 10:30-5 Thu-Mon 11-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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DUNNING VINEYARDS ESTATE Paso Robles 1953 Niderer Rd; 805-238-4763 Th-Mo 11-5 X Eagle Castle Winery Paso Robles 3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 EBERLE WINERY Paso Robles 3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607 cluse Wines Paso Robles 1520 Kiler Canyon Rd; 805 238-4998 Edward Sellers Paso Robles 1401 Hwy 46 West; 805 239-8915 Enfold Wines Paso Robles 855 Windwood Rd; 805 239-2856 EOS Paso Robles 2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 Epoch Estate Wines Templeton 7505 York Mountain Rd; 805 237-7575 FS Cellars Paso Robles 1337 Vendels Circle; 805-226-8989 Falcon Nest Winery Paso Robles 5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 Daily 10:30-5:30 X Win-10-5 Sum 10-6 X Fr-Sun 11-4 Daily 11-5 By Appt Daily 10-5 Fri-Mon 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-6 Daily 10-7:30 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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CASTORO CELLARS Templeton Daily 1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725 10-5:30 Cayucos Cellars Cayucos 131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036 CELLAR 360 Paso Robles 7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133 Daily 11-5:30 Closed Tue Fri-Sun 10-5 or by appt
Cerro Prieto Paso Robles By appt 3432 Los Tablas Willow Creek Rd; 805 226-8448 Changala Winery Paso Robles 3770 Willow Creek Road; 805-226-9060 Chateau Margene Creston 4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 Chateau Margene Paso Robles 6996 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-3500 Chronic Cellars Paso Robles 2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 237-7848 Chumeia Vineyards Paso Robles 8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 Fr-Mo 11-5 Sat-Sun 11-5 Daily 11- 5 Daily 11:30-5:30 Mo-Th 12-5 Fr-Su 11-5
First Crush Winemaking Paso Robles Thu-Sat 2975 Limestone Way; 805-434-2772 11-5 Four Sisters Ranch San Miguel 6961 Estrella Rd; 805 526-9242 Fratelli Perata Paso Robles 1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Frolicking Frog Atascadero 14490 San Miguel Rd; 805 466-0779 Gelfand Vineyards Paso Robles 5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Graveyard Vineyards San Miguel 6990 Estrella Road; 805 467-2043 GreMark Vnyds Paso Robles 5325 Rancho La Loma Linda; 805 237-0154 Grey Wolf Cellars Paso Robles 2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 Grizzly Republic Paso Robles 840 13th St; 678-372-7288 By Appt By Appt By Appt By Appt Thu-Mon 11-5 X By Appt Daily 11-5:30 Opening August 14
Cinquain Cellars San Miguel By apt 6404 Independence Ranch Pl; 805 400-5978 CLAUTIERE VNYD Paso Robles 1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 Clavo Cellars Templeton 315 South Main St; 805-226-0174 Clayhouse Wines Paso Robles 849 13th St; 805 238-7055 Clos Solene Wines Paso Robles 805 296-0478 Croad Vineyards Paso Robles 3550 Vinedo Robles Ln; 805 226-9899 Cypher Winery Templeton 3750 Hwy 46 West; 805 237-0055 DAnbino Cellars Paso Robles 710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 Daou Vineyards Paso Robles 2777 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805 226-5460 Dark Star Cellars Paso Robles 2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389 Th-Mo 12-5 Daily 12-5 Su-Th 11-6 Fr-Sa 12-7 By appt Thu-Mon 11-5 Daily 11-6 Thu-Mon 11-6 Daily 11-5 Fr-Su 10:30-5
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HALTER RANCH VNYD Paso Robles Daily 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 HammerSky Vineyards Paso Robles 7725 Vineyard Drive; 805-239-0930 Hansen Vineyard Templeton 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 Th-Su 11-5 Fr-Sun 11-5
Denner Vineyards & Winery Paso Robles 5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 By appt Derby Wine Estates Paso Robles 5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 DOCE ROBLES Paso Robles 2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766 Domaine Degher Paso Robles 8650 Centra Rd ; 805 296-2562 Donati Family Vnyd Templeton 2720 Oak View Rd; 805-238-0676 Donatoni Winery Paso Robles 3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Dover Canyon Winery Paso Robles 4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 Dubost Winery Paso Robles 9988 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-226-8463 Fr-Mo 11-5 Daily 10-5:30 By Appt Daily 10-5 Sa-Su 12-5 or by appt Th-Su 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5
Harmony Cellars Harmony Sum 10-5:30 3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805 927-1625 Win 10-5 Hearst Ranch San Simeon 442 SLO San Simeon Rd; 805 927-4100 HEARTHSTONE Paso Robles 5070 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-2544 Daily 11-5 Thu-Mon 11-5
BROKEN EARTH Paso Robles Fri-Mon 10-6 5625 Hwy 46E; 805 239-2562 Tue-Thu 11-5:30 Burbank Ranch Paso Robles 1240 Park Street; 805 227-4538
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CALCAREOUS Paso Robles 3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289 Caliza Winery Paso Robles 2570 Anderson Rd; 805-237-1480 Caparone Winery Paso Robles 2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827 Carina Cellars Paso Robles 3525 Adelaida Rd; 805-252-0860
Herman Story Wines Paso Robles Thu-Sun 11-4 1227 Paso Robles St; 805-237-2400 or by appt X Hidden Oak Templeton 4671 South El Pomar; 805 237-9315 Hope Family Wines Paso Robles 1585 Live Oak Road; 805 238-4112 Hug Cellars Paso Robles 2323 Tuley Rd; 805-226- 8022 Fr-Sun 11-5 Fr-Sa 10-4 Daily 11-5 & By Appt X
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HUNT CELLARS Paso Robles 2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600 J&J Cellars San Miguel 2850 Ranchita Canyon; 805-467-2891
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OPOLO VINEYARDS Paso Robles 7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 Oso Libre Winery Paso Robles 7383 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-3378 Parrish Family Paso Robles 1220 Park St; 805 286-4028
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San Antonio Winery Paso Robles 2610 Buena Vista; 805 226-2600 San Marcos Creek Paso Robles 7750 North Hwy 101; 805-467-9260 Sarzotti Winery Templeton 180 Bella Ranch Rd; 805 226-2022 Sculpterra Winery Paso Robles 5015 Linne Road, 805-226-8881 Sextant Wines Paso Robles 2324 W. Hwy 46, 805 542-0133 Shadow Run Vineyard Paso Robles 2720 La Panza Rd, 805 227-0554 Shale Oak Winery Paso Robles 3235 Oakdale Rd, 805-239-4800
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J. LOHR VNYDS & WINES Daily 6169 Airport Rd, Paso Robles; 805-239-8900 10-5 J. Paul Rosilez Paso Robles 4889 Dry Creek Rd; 805-226-0550 Jack Creek Cellars Templeton 5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 JADA WINERY Paso Robles 5620 Vineyard Dr; 805 226-4200 Justin Winery Paso Robles 11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 238-6932 Kaleidos Paso Robles 3770 Willow Creek; 805 226-0828 Kenneth Volk Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46W; 805 237-7896 Kiamie Wine Cellars Paso Robles 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805 226-8333 Kukkula Templeton 9515 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0111 LAventure Winery Paso Robles 2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 Lago Giuseppe Templeton 8345 Green Valley Rd, 46 W; 805-237-7300 Laraneta Vynds Templeton 2602 Templeton Rd; 805 434-5090 Le Cuvier Paso Robles 3333 Vine Hill Lane; 800-549-4764 Le Vigne Winery Paso Robles 5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 Linne Calodo Paso Robles 3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 Locatelli San Miguel 8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 Daily 11-5 Th-Mo 11-4:30 or by appt Daily 11-5 Daily 10-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 Daily 10:30-5 Open daily 11-5 X Fri-Sun 11-5 Th-Su 11-4 or by appt By Appt By Appt Daily 11-5 Sum 11-6 Win 11-5 X By Appt Fr-Su 1l-4
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Paso Port Wine Co in Steinbeck Vnyds Thu-Mon 5940 Union Rd, Paso Robles; 805 239-2229 11-5 Paso Robles Wine Club Paso Robles 800 Pine St, Ste 101; 866-238-6400 PEACHY CANYON Paso Robles 1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 Pear Valley Paso Robles 4900 Union Road; 805 237-2861 Penman Springs Paso Robles 1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 Per Cazo Cellars Paso Robles 5325 Vineyard Dr; 805 227-4949 Pianetta Paso Robles 829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Pipestone Paso Robles 2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 Pithy Little Wine Co Paso Robles 1244 Pine St, Ste B; 805-546-1059 Daily 10-6 Daily 10-5:30 Daily 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-5 By Appt Sun-Thurs 12-6 Fri-Sat 11-7 X Th-Mo 11-5 Mo-Fr 12-6 Sa 11-6, Su 11-5
Sharps Hill Poured at Vinoteca, Paso Robles 835 12th St; 805 227-7154 Mo-Th 4-9, Fri & Sa 4-11
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SILVER HORSE WINERY 2995 Pleasant Road, San Miguel 805-467-WINE Open Thursday-Sunday 11-5 or by appointment
Come see what everyone is talking about!
POALILLO VINEYARDS Paso RoblesDaily 7970 Vineyard Drive; 805-238-0621 11-5 POMAR JUNCTION Templeton 5036 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-238-9940 Pozo Valley Santa Margarita 2200 El Camino Real; 805-438-3375 Pretty Smith San Miguel 13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104 Proulx Paso Robles 5424 Vineyard Drive; 805-226-2800 Rabbit Ridge Paso Robles 1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331 Daily 11-5 Fr-Su 12-5 Fr-Su 11-5 Thu-Mon 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-5
Stacked Stone Cellars Paso Robles 1525 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7872 STANGER Vineyards Paso Robles 7970 Vineyard Drive; 805 238-4777 5225 Hwy 41, Creston Starr-Ranch Paso Robles 9320 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0144 Steinbeck Paso Robles 5940 Union Rd; 805 238-1854 Still Waters Vineyards Paso Robles 2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 SUMMERWOOD Paso Robles 2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365 Tablas Creek Paso Robles 9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231 TACKITT FAMILY San Miguel 6640 Von Dollen Rd; 805 467-9490
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Loma Linda Vineyards Paso Robles By 5155 Rancho La Loma Linda Dr: 805 227-7172Appt Lone Madrone Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 Maloy ONeill Paso Robles 5725 Union Rd; 805 238-6430 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 10-5
Ranchita Canyon Vnyd San Miguel Fri-Mon 3439 Ranchita Canyon Road; 805 467-9448 11-5 Rangeland Wines Paso Robles 10425 Klau Mine Road; 805 674-9232 Red Soles Paso Robles 3230 Oakdale Rd; 805-226-9898 Rio Seco Paso Robles 4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884 RiverStar Vineyards San Miguel 7450 Estrella Rd; 805 467-0086 RN Estate Winery Paso Robles 7986 North River Rd; 805 610-9802 ROBERT HALL Paso Robles 3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 Rockin R Wine Paso Robles 8500 Union Rd, Ste C; 805 835-8529 Rocky Creek Cellars Templeton 8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919 ROTTA WINERY Templeton 250 Winery Road; 805-237-0510 Roxo Port Cellars Paso Robles 6996 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-1600 By Appt Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Thu-Mon 11-5 By Appt Daily Win 10-5 Sum 10-6 X Fri-Sun 11-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 10:30-5:30 Daily 11-5
Tassajara Cellars San Miguel Fri-Sun 11-5 In the barrel room at Silver Horse; 805-239-8511 Terry Hoage Paso Robles 870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083 Thacher Winery Paso Robles 8355 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0087 Tobin James Cellars Paso Robles 8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 Tolo Cellars Paso Robles 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282 Treana Winery Paso Robles 1585 Live Oak Rd; 805 238-4112 Turley Wine Cellars Templeton 2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 Twilight Cellars San Juan Bautista 110 Orchard Hill Rd; 805-238-7143 Th-Mo 11-4 Th-Mo 11-5 or by appt Daily 10-6 Thu-Mon 11-5 or by appt Fr-Sa 10-4 Daily 9-5 Thur-Sun 11-5
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MICHAEL GILL CELLARS Paso Robles Sat-Sun 11-5 4125 Peachy Cyn Rd; 805-239-1668 Midnight Cellars Paso Robles 2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 Minassian-Young Paso Robles 4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571 Win Daily 10-5 Sum Daily 10-5:30 Th-Mo 11-5
Mitchella Vineyard Paso Robles Thu-Su 12-5 2525 Mitchella Ranch Way; 805 239-8555 or by appt MONDO CELLARS Paso Robles 3260 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 226-2925 Moonstone Cellars Cambria 801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466 Nadeau Family Vintners Paso Robles 3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5 Fr-Su 11-5
NINER WINE ESTATE Paso Robles Daily 2400 Highway 46 West; 805-239-2233 10-5
VENTEUX VINEYARDS Templeton Daily 1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127 10-5
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Cuvee Champagne Bar Avila Beach Fr 4-10, Sa 1-10 550 1st St; 805-727-4144 Su 12-7pm Edna Valley Vnyd San Luis Obispo 2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 Kelsey See Canyon San Luis Obispo 1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 Kynsi Winery Arroyo Grande 2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 LAETITIA VNYD Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-5:30 X Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 11-5
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ANDREW MURRAY Los Olivos 5095 Zaca Station Rd; 805 686-9604 CAMBRIA WINERY Santa Maria 5475 Chardonnay Lane; 805 938-7318
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Via Vega Vnyd & Winery Paso Robles Fr-Sa 11-5 2378 Adobe Rd; 805-423-2190 or By Appt Victor Hugo Winery Templeton 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 Villicana Winery Paso Robles 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 Villa Creek Cellars Paso Robles 5995 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-7145 By Appt Th-Su 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 or by appt X
Wed 1-5, Thu 4-5, Fri 1-8, Sat 12-6 Core Wine Orcutt 145 S. Gray Street, Ste 103; 805 937-1600 Sun 12-5 X COSTA DE ORO Santa Maria 1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 Cottonwood Canyon Santa Maria 3940 Dominion Rd; 805 937-1600 Curtis Winery Los Olivos 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 Demetria Los Olivos 6701 Foxen Canyon R; 805 686-2345 Fess Parker Los Olivos 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 Daily 11-6 Fri till 8 Daily 10-5 Daily 10-5 By Appt Daily 10-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
VILLA SAN-JULIETTE San Miguel Daily 6385 Cross Canyon Rd; 805 550-0522 11-5 VINA ROBLES Paso Robles 3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812 Vines on the Marycrest Paso Robles 5050 Mustard Creek Rd; 805 237-0378 Vista Del Rey Paso Robles 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 WCP Cellars Paso Robles 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 Westburg Cellars Paso Robles 1140 Pine St; 805 238-9321 Sum 10-6 Win 10-5 Fri-Sat 11-5 Sun 10-4 Su 11-5 By Appt Fri 2-6, Sat 12-6 Sun 12-4 3rd weekend 12-4 or by appt
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Luis Wine Bar San Luis Obispo Mo-Th 3-11, Fr 3-12 1021 Higuera; 805-762-4747 Sa 12-2, Su 12-11 Margerum Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10
Monterey Street Wine Co San Luis Obispo 1255 Monterey St; 805-541-1255 Tue-Wed 1:30-7, Thu-Sat 1:30-9 X Morovino Avila Beach Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu 12-5 76 Landing Passage; 805-627-1443 Fri-Sat 12-6 X X NADIA Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 Peloton Cellars Avilia Beach 470 Front St; 805-627-1080 Phantom Rivers Arroyo Grande 211 E. Branch St; 805-481-WINE Daily 11-5 Mon, Thu, Sat 12-6 Fri 12-8, Sun 11-4 Sun-Thu 12-5 Fri 12-9, Sat 12-7 By Appt Daily 12-5 X X X X X X
FIRESTONE VNYDS Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 Daily 11-5 X X X X X X Foxen Vineyard Santa Maria 7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251 Daily 11-4
Kenneth Volk Vineyards Santa Maria 5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 Daily 10:30-4:30 X Koehler Los Olivos 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 La Fentre Santa Maria 2717 Aviation Way; 310-977-5615 McKeon-Philips Santa Maria 2115 S Blosser Rd, #114; 805-928-3025 Daily 10-5 By Appt Thu-Mon 11:30-5:30
Whalebone Vineyard Paso Robles Mon-Fri 11-5 8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 Sat-Sun 10-5:30 Wild Coyote Winery Paso Robles 3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 Daily 11-5
Piedra Creek Winery San Luis Obispo 6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 Pismo Beach Winery Pismo Beach 271 B Five Cities; 805-773-WINE
WILD HORSE WINERY Templeton Daily 1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5 Windward Vineyard Paso Robles 1380 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565 Zenaida Cellars Paso Robles 1550 Hwy 46 West; 805-227-0382 ZinAlley Templeton 3730 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0959 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 X
Rancho Arroyo Grande Arroyo Grande 1st Sat 591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 11-5 Salisbury Vnyds Avila Valley 6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE Sans Liege Wines Pismo Beach 870 Price Street; 805-773-2770 Saucelito Canyon San Luis Obispo 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 Fri-Sun 11-6 Mon-Thu 12-6 Sun-Thur 12-6 Fri-Sat 12-8 Daily 10-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Ovene Winery Santa Maria (Tasting Room: See Solvang) 2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt RANCHO SISQUOC Santa Maria Mon-Thu 10-4 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 Fri-Sun 10-5 Riverbench Vineyards Santa Maria 6020 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8340 Sagebrush Annies Ventucopa 4211 Hwy 33; 661 766-2319 Sierra Madre Vineyard Santa Maria 2570 Prell Road; 805-922-3100 Tantara Vineyard Santa Maria 4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051 TORRETTI FAMILY Santa Maria 2330 Westgate Rd; 805-714-0622 Tres Hermanas Winery Santa Maria 9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451 Daily 10-4 Sat-Sun 11:30-5 By Appt By Appt By Appt Daily 10-5
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ALAPAY CELLARS Avila Beach 415 First St; 805-595-2632 Autry Cellars San Luis Obispo 5450 Edna Road; 805-546-8669 Daily 10:30-6 Fri-Sun 11-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Sextant Wines/10knot Cellars SLO Mon-Fri 10-4 1653 Old Price Cnyn Rd; 866-833-WINE Sat-Sun 10-5 STEPHEN ROSS San Luis Obispo Thur-Sun 178 Suburban Rd; 805-594-1318 11-5 X TALLEY VNYDS Arroyo Grande 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Daily 10:30-4:30 TANGENT WINERY San Luis Obispo 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 Daily 10-5 Taste of the Valleys San Luis Obispo Su-Th 12-9 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Fr-Sa 12-10 TOLOSA WINERY San Luis Obispo Daily 4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 11-5 Wolff Vineyards San Luis Obispo 6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448 Daily 11-5
Au Bon Climat Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10 BAILEYANA ESTATE San Luis ObispoDaily 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 BARNWOOD Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE BISHOPS PEAK Arroyo Grande 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Center of Effort Wine Arroyo Grande 2199 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805 782-9463 Cerro Caliente San Luis Obispo 831 A Via Esteban; 805-544-2842 Daily 11-5 Daily 10-4:30 By Appt Fr-Su 11-5
Wine Country Orcutt Thu-Sat 1-8 130 N. Broadway St, Ste A; 805-688-9339 Sun 1-6 ZACA MESA Los Olivos Daily 10-4 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 Summer Fri-Sat till 5
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BEDFORD Los Alamos 448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 Daily 11-5 X X X X X X
CHAMISAL VNYDS San Luis Obispo 7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463 Daily 10-5 Claiborne & Churchill San Luis Obispo 2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 Clesi Wines San Luis Obispo 1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-286-5073 Daily 11-5 Call for hours X
William James Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10 Wood Winery Avila Beach 480 Front St; 805-595-9663 Open daily at 11 Fri till 8, Sat till 7
CASA DUMETZ WINES Los Alamos Thu 12-7, Fri-Sat 11-7 388 Bell St, 805-344-1900 Sun 11-6 MARTIAN RANCH & VNYDS Los Alamos Daily 9110 Alisos Canyon Rd; 805-344-1804 10-5
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Alexander & Wayne Los Olivos 2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 Daily 11-6 X X
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ALTA MARIA VINEYARDS Los Olivos Daily 2933 Grand Ave; 805-686-1144 11-5 ANDREW MURRAY Los Olivos Tasting Room 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-5 Arthur Earl Los Olivos 2922 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771 Artiste Los Olivos 2948E Grand Avenue; 805 686-2626 Beckmen Vineyards Los Olivos 2670 Ontiveros; 805-688-8664 Bernat Tasted at Los Olivos Cafe 2879 Grand Ave; 805794-5217 Bin 2860 Los Olivos 2860 Grand Ave; 805 693-8537 Blair Fox Cellars Los Olivos 2902 San Marcos Ave, B; 805 691-1678 Brander Vineyard Los Olivos 2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5:30 Daily 11-5 Daily Sun-Thu 11-7 Fri-Sat 11-8 Fri-Sun 12-5 Or By Appt Sum 10-5 Win 11-4
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QUP WINE at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2963 Grand Ave, Ste B; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5 Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez 4000 W. Oak Trail Rd; 805 688-7245 Saarloos & Sons Los Olivos 2971 Grand Ave; 805 688-1200 STOLPMAN VNYDS Los Olivos 2434 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-688-0400 Tensley/Lea Wines Los Olivos 2900 Grand Ave, Suite B ; 805-688-6761 By Appt Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5
Huber Cellars Lompoc 4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 JALAMA WINES Lompoc 308 North 9th St, C; 805-735-8937 JOSEPH BLAIR Lompoc 1509 E Chestnut Ave; 805-735-8937 Ken Brown Wines Buellton 70 Industrial Way; 805-448-3791 Lafond Vineyard Buellton 6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 La Vie Vnyds Lompoc 308 North 9th Street, D ; 805 291-2111 Longoria Wines Lompoc 1700 Industrial Way, A; 805 759-4637 LORING / CARGASACCHI Buellton 420 E Hwy 246; 805 742-0478 Melville Vineyard Lompoc 5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 Moretti WIne Company Lompoc 1595 E Chestnut Ave; (805) 735-4400 Mosby Winery Buellton 9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 New Vineland/Pierdrassi Lompoc 1501 E Chestnut Ave; 805 736-6784
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Tercero Wines Los Olivos Thu-Mon 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave, Ste 104; 805-245-9584 12-5 TESSA MARIE at E&T Wines Thur-Mon 2901C Grand Ave, Los Olivos; 805-688-6081 11:30- 5 TORETTI FAMILY Los Olivos Thur-Mon 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-688-8002 12-5:30 Tre Anelli Los Olivos 2923 Grand Ave; 805-686-3000 Daily 11-5
Brophy Clark Cellars at Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-929-4830 Daily 11-6 BYRON VNYD Los Olivos Tasting Room 2367 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805 938-7365 Daily 11-5 Carhartt Vineyard Los Olivos 2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 CARINA CELLARS Los Olivos 2900 Grand Ave, A; 805-688-2459 CIMARONE Los Olivos 2982 Grand Ave; 805-688-8011 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-5
Verdad & Ethan at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2963 B Grand Ave; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5 WILLIAM JAMES CELLARS 2356 Alamo Pintado Ave, 805-478-9412 Alma Rosa Buellton 7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090 Ampelos Cellars Lompoc 312 N 9th Street, 805-736-9957 Daily 11:30- 5 Daily 11-4:30 Thur-Sun 11-5
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Pali Wine Co. Lompoc 1036 W Aviation Dr; 805 736-7200 PALMINA Lompoc 1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 Point Concepcin Wines Lompoc 1601 W. Central Ave; 805-588-1545 Prodigal Wines Buellton 92 Second St, A; 805-688-0476 Samsara Lompoc 1500 East Chestnut Ct; 805-331-2292 Sanford Winery Lompoc 5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 SCOTT CELLARS Lompoc 316 North F St; 805 736-6161 STOLPMAN VYNDS Lompoc 1700-B Industrial Way; 805-736-5000 Sweeny Canyon Buellton 805-688-2415
CINQUE STELLA Los Olivos Thu-Mon 11-5 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave, Ste 102; 805-686-4101 Consilience Los Olivos 2923 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 COQUELICOT Los Olivos 2884 Grand Ave; 805-688-1500 Daniel Gehrs Winery Los Olivos 2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 DRAGONETTE Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-693-0077 Epiphany Cellars Los Olivos 2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 E&T WINES Los Olivos 2901C Grand Ave; 805-688-6081 Evans Ranch Los Olivos 2901 Grand Ave; 805 688-0558 FIRESTONE VNYD Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Sat 10-5 Daily 10-6 Win till 5 Thu-Mon 11-5 Daily 11- 5:30 Thur-Mon 11:30- 5 Daily 10-5 Daily 10-5
ARCADIAN WINERY Lompoc Mon-Thur 11-4:30 1515 E Chestnut Ave, Ste B; 805-737-3900 Fri-Sun 11-6 AVANT Buellton 35 Industrial Way; 805 686-9400 Babcock Winery Lompoc 5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455 Brewer-Clifton Lompoc 329 N. F St; 805-735-9184 Thur-Sun 11-8 X Sum 10:30-5 Win 10:30-4 Fri-Sun 11-4
Clos Pepe at Taste of Sta Rita Hills Thu-Sun 1505 E. Chestnut Ave, Lompoc; 805 735-8774 11-5 Cold Heaven Cellars Buellton 92 Second Street, A; 805 686-1343 DAlfonso Curran Lompoc 4457 Santa Rosa Rd, 805 739-WINE DVine Lompoc 107 Ocean Ave; 805 735-8771 Fri-Mon 12-5 By Appt
Tue-Thu 3-9, Fri-Sat 3-11 Closed Sun-Mon X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Dierberg Estate/Star Lane Lompoc 1280 Drum Canyon Rd; 866-652-8430 Daily 11-5 FIGUEROA MTN BREWERY Lompoc Mo-Th 4-9 45 Industrial Way; 805 694-2252 Fr-Su 11-9 X Fiddlehead Cellars Lompoc 1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 805 742-0204 Flying Goat Cellars Lompoc 1520 East Chestnut Court; 805 736-9032 FOLEY ESTATES Lompoc 6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222 Harrison-Clarke Lompoc 805-686-0850 Thur-Sun 11-4 Thur-Sun 11-4 Daily 10-5 By Appt
TASTE OF STA RITA HILLS Lompoc Thu-Sun 1505 E Chestnut Ave; 805 735-8774 11-5 Thorne Wines Buellton, poured at Avant Thur-Sun 35 Industrial Way; 805 686-0911 11-8 X TRANSCENDENCE Lompoc 313 North F Street; 805-689-5258 Fri-Sun 11-4
Kaena Wine Los Olivos Fri-Sun 12-5 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 107; 805 451-6037 or by appt. Lane Tanner Wines at Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6 Longoria Wines Los Olivos 2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 Daily 11-4:30
ZOTOVICH Lompoc Thur-Sun 1500 E Chestnut Ct, Ste D; 805 736-1600 10-5
SOLVANG
Au Bon Climat at Taste of the Valleys 1672 Mission Drive; 805 937-9801 Su-Th 12-9 Fr-Sa 12-10 X X X X X X
LOS OLIVOS Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-5 Pacic Ridge Vineyards Los Olivos 2890 Grand Avenue; 805-688-1737 Presquile Wine Los Olivos 2369 Alamo Pintado Ave, 805-688-2022 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5
Baehner-Fournier Vineyard tasted at Wandering Dog 1539 Mission Dr, Solvang; 805-688-7118 Daily 11-7 Blackjack Ranch Solvang 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412 Th-Mo 11-5
Hitching Post Wines at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton 406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X
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BUTTONWOOD WINERY Solvang 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd; 800-715-1404 CARIVINTAS WINERY Solvang 476 First St; 805 693-4331
Daily 11-5 Mon-Thur 12-7 Fri-Sun 11-7
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Harrison Clarke Santa Ynez 805-892-9711 Imagine Wine Santa Ynez 3563 Numancia #103; 805-688-1769 Kalyra Winery Santa Ynez 343 North Refugio Rd; 805-693-8864 Refugio Ranch Santa Ynez 3790 Via Rancheros; 805-686-0840 Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez 4000 W. Oak Trail Rd; 805 688-7245 Roblar Winery Santa Ynez 3010 Roblar Ave; 805-686-2603 Sunstone Santa Ynez 125 Refugio Rd; 800-313-9463 Vogelzang Vineyard Happy Canyon 805 568-0900
By Appt Daily 11-5 Mo-Fr 11-5 Sa-Su 10-5 By Appt By Appt Sat-Sun 11-5 Mon-Fri 11-4 Daily 11-5 By Appt
VENTURA COUNTY
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Bella Victorian Vineyard Camarillo We-Th 11:30-7 2135 E. Ventura Blvd; 805-383-8800 Fr-Sat11:30-8, Su 11:30-4 Camarillo Custom Crush Camarillo 300 S. Lewis Rd, Ste C; 805-484-0597 Cantara Cellars Camarillo 126 N. Wood Rd, Ste 104; 805-484-9600 Casa Barranca Ojai 208 E. Ojai Ave; 805-640-1255 Four Brix Ventura 2290 Eastman Ave #109; 805-256-6006 Giessinger Winery Fillmore 365 Santa Clara St; 805-524-5000 Herzog Wine Cellars Oxnard 3201 Camino Del Sol; 805-938-1560 Sat-Sun 11-5 Wed-Sun 11-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Casa Cassara Solvang Mon, Wed,Thu 12-6:30 1607 Mission Dr, Ste 112; 805-688-8691 Fri-Sun 11-6:30 Mon, Thu, Fri 2-7 Dascomb Cellars Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr, C; 805 691-9175 Sat-Sun 12-7 Gioia - Solvang 805 689-7219 Harrison Clarke Wine - Solvang 2825 Tapadero Rd; 805 686-0850 LINCOURT VINEYARDS Solvang 1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554 LIONS PEAK VNYDS Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 Lucas & Lewellen Solvang 1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 Mission Meadow Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr, 805 693-1344 Presidio Vineyard Solvang 1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 Rideau Vineyard Solvang 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 Royal Oaks Solvang 1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740 Rusack Vineyard Solvang 1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 Sevtap Winery Solvang 1576 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-9200 Shoestring Winery Solvang 800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 By Appt By Appt Daily 10-5 Mon-Thu 11-7 Fri-Sun 11-9 Daily 11-6 Mon-Thur 11-5:30 extended hrs wknds Daily 11-6 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-8 Fri-Sat til 9 Fr-Su 10-4
Wed, Thu, Sun 12-6 Fri, Sat 12-8 Sat/Sun 12-5 Fri 4-8 Mon-Thur 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-6:30 Sun-Thu 10:30-9 Fri 10:30-5
Labrynth Winery Ventura Wed-Sun 11:30-8 607 East Main St, Ste D; 805-585-2238 Magnavino Cellars Downtown Oxnard 961 N. Rice Ave; 805 938-2500 Sat-Sun 11-6 Daily 10-9 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-6 And By Appt
S A N TA BA R BA R A
Au Bon Climat Santa Barbara 813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 Daily Noon-6 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Carr - The Barrel Room Santa Barbara Daily 11-6 414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985 Thu-Sat 11-8 CONWAY FAMILY at Deep Sea Daily 11-7 217 G Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara; 805 618-1185 CORKS N CROWNS Santa Barbara 32 Anacapa St; 805-845-8600 Cottonwood Canyon Santa Barbara 224 Anacapa St, Ste 1A; 805-963-1221 Daily 11-6 Thu-Mon 10:30-6 X
Ojai Beverage Co. & Tasting Rm Ojai 655 E. Ojai Ave; 805 646-1700 Old Creek Ranch Winery Ojai Valley 10024 Old Creek Rd; 805-649-4132 Rancho Ventavo Cellars Oxnard 741 South A Street, 805 483-8084
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Special Coupons
2 for 1 tasting with ad 2 for 1 tasting with ad 2 for 1 tasting with ad 2 for 1 tasting with ad 2 for 1 tasting with ad One free tasting with ad 2 for 1 tasting with ad
DEEP SEA TASTING RM Santa Barbara Daily 217 G Stearns Wharf; 805 618-1185 11-7 Giessinger Santa Barbara 212 State St; 805-568-0820 Grassini Family Santa Barbara 813 Anacapa St, #6; 805-897-3366 Mo-Th 12-7 Fr 12-7:30 Sa-Sun 11-8 Open 12-6pm Closed Tues-Wed
ANDREW MURRAY VINEYARDS CARIVINTAS
SORT THIS OUT CELLARS Solvang Sun-Thu 10-7 1636 Copenhagen Dr; 805-688-1717 Fri-Sat 10-10 Tastes of the Valleys Solvang 1672 Mission Drive; 805 688-7111 Toccata (Mandolina) Wines Solvang 1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506 Su-Th 12-8 Fr-Sa 12-10 Daily 11-5:30
CAMBRIA WINERY
CELLAR 360 PASO ROBLES CIMARONE
Jaffurs Wine Cellars Santa Barbara Win Fri-Mon 11-5 819 East Montectio St; 805-962-7003 Sum Daily 11-5 Kalyra by the Sea Santa Barbara 212 State St; 805-695-8606 Kunin Wines Santa Barbara 28 Anacapa St, Suite A; 805 963-9633 Margerum Santa Barbara 813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 Municipal Wine Co Santa Barbara 28 Anacapa Street; 805 931-6864 Oreana Winery Santa Barbara 205 Anacapa St; 805-962-5857 Santa Barbara Winery Santa Barbara 202 Anacapa St; 805-963-3633 Sanguis Wines Santa Barbara 8 Ashley Ave; 805 845-0920 Silver Wines Santa Barbara 724 Reddick St; 805-963-3052 Summerland Summerland 2330 Lillie Ave; 805-565-WINE Whitcraft Winery Santa Barbara 36A S. Calle Cesar Chavez; 805-730-1680 Mo-Th 12-7 Fr-Su 12-8 Daily 11-6 Daily Noon-6 Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5 Daily 10 - 5 Fri-Mon By Appt By Appt Daily 11-7 Fri-Sun 12-4 Mon-Thu By Appt
Valley Vino Wine Bar & Merchant Solvang Sun-Thu 12-8 1557 Mission Dr; 805-691-9548 Fri-Sat 12-10X VIKING GARDEN CELLARS Solvang 448 Alisal Road, Suite E; 805 688-2670 Open until 9pm X X X
DEEP SEA CONWAY FAMILY FONTES & PHILLIPS LIONS PEAK
WANDERING DOG WINE BAR Solvang 1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 Daily 11-8ish William James at Taste of the Valleys 1672 Mission Drive; 805 688-7111 Su-Th 12-8 Fr-Sa 12-10
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LORING/CARGASACCHI
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Bridlewood Estate Santa Ynez 3555 Roblar Ave; 805-688-9000 Carr - The Warehouse Santa Ynez 3563 Numancia St, #101; 805-688-5757 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-6 Fri-Sat 11-8 X X X X X X X X X X X X X
SORT THIS OUT CELLARS
TACKITT FAMILY VINEYARDS TOLOSA WINERY VIKING GARDEN
Scan QR Code for 2 for 1 tasting Free cheese plate with purchase of 2 tastings with ad $59 Special - See ad for details
Central California Wines Santa Ynez Wed-Sun 12-5 3553 Sagunto St, Ste A; 805 691-4094 Fri-Sat 12-6 FONTES & PHILLIPS Santa Ynez Thu-Mon 11-5 3630 Sagunto St. Ste A1; 805 688-2200 or by appt. Gainey Vineyard Santa Ynez 3950 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0558 Happy Canyon Vnyds Santa Ynez 805-686-0850 Daily 10-5 By Appt X
VINO + THERAPY STUDIO
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