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SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
PASO ROBLES
ONGOING
Estrella Warbird Museum
Fascinating collection of military aircrafts
10am-4pm, 805-227-0440, Paso Robles
www.ewarbirds.org
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar
Local winemaker featured each week.
5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles
www.vinotecawinebar.com
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Templeton Farmers’ Market
Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables
9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Paso Robles Farmers’ Market
Country farm arts and crafts market
8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles
★ ONGOING
★ Live music, hors d’oeuvres, chocolate & fine wine!
Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars
10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
www.castorocellars.com
• Feb: Paul McClosky
ONGOING
Painting Exhibits at Villicana Winery
Enjoy fine art work along with fine wines
11am-5pm, 805-239-9456, Paso Robles
ONGOING
Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar
Taste selected wines from selected wineries
5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles
www.vinotecawinebar.com
★ FEBRUARY 8-9
★ Rhone Rangers Experience
Artist Reception at Orchid Hill Vineyard
Jean-Pierre Rothschild presents his ‘Lips’ series
Downtown Paso Robles, 805-237-7527
★ FEBRUARY 9
★
Valentine’s in the Caves at Eberle Winery
Celebrate with a black tie Valentine’s Day dinner
in the caves with fine wines and a gourmet meal
6pm, $150, 805-238-9607, Paso Robles
www.eberlewinery.com
FEBRUARY 10
Valentine Movie Night
“An Affair to Remember” 805-238-4103
Paso Robles, www.pasoroblesdowntown.org
★ FEBRUARY 14
★ 805-238-0676, $90, Paso Robles,
Valentine’s Day Wine Dinner
at Donati Family Vineyard
Treat that special someone to a truly unique
dining experience & enjoy an elegant four-course
meal prepared by Chef Andre Averseng of Dining
with Andre, 7pm, $120 per couple, Paso Robles
805-227-4100, www.donatifamilyvineyard.com
★ FEBRUARY 14
★ ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH
Valentine’s Day Dinner at
Robert Hall Winery
A romantic dinner in the Meritage Room
overlooking the lit courtyard & fountain.
6-10pm, 805-239-1616 x24, Paso Robles
www.roberthallwinery.com
★ FEBRUARY 14
★ Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists
ValenWine’s Day at Orchid Hill Vineyard
Wines paired with chocolate, 11:30am-6pm
downtown Paso Robles, 805-237-7527
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★
Valentine’s Dinner at Cass Vineyards
Enjoy fine wine with a gourmet dinner
805-239-1730, Paso Robles
www.casswines.com
★ FEBRUARY 15-18
★ ★ ONGOING TUESDAYS
President’s Day Passport Weekend
The 16 Far Out wineries of Paso Robles partner
with the Wellness Community of the Central
Coast for an exciting fundraiser. The weekend
includes special barrel tastings, winery tours,
new releases, food pairing and much more!
Get your passport stamped at 8 wineries to
enter an exciting drawing. $25 donation, 5%
of weekend sales will be donated to the Central
Coast Wellness Community. 805-237-0138
www.faroutwineries.com
★ FEBRUARY 15-18
★
President's Day Celebration at
Orchid Hill Vineyard
Delicious syrah vertical tasting downtown
Paso Robles, 11:30am-6pm, 805-237-7527
FEBRUARY 15
A Night of Celebrating Love at Eagle Castle
7:30pm, $38pp, 805-227-1428, Paso Robles
www.eaglecastlewinery.com
FEBRUARY 16
Edward Sellars – Wine Tasting 101
Learn to identify aromas in wine
4-6pm, 805-239-8915, Paso Robles
www.edwardsellars.com
★ FEBRUARY 16
★ these brilliant Acrylic on canvas images. Also
Castoro Cellars Indoor Concert – Houston Jones
A great high-octane Americana quintet
7:30pm, $20, Paso Robles, 888-DAM-FINE
www.castorocellars.com
★ FEBRUARY 17
★ ONGOING
2008 Paso Robles
Join the 20+ members for a fun & educational
seminar, lunch & walk around tasting. Taste
examples of the most important single-varietal.
$50 seminar/lunch, $20 walk around tasting only
805-239-1616 x17, RSVP, Robert Hall Winery
Paso Robles, www.rhonerangers.org
★ FEBRUARY 29
★ Dallidet Adobe & Gardens
Donati Family Vineyard Exclusive
Winemaker's Dinner in the Cellar
Paesano only, (wine club member) winemaker's
dinner in the cellar. Six amazing courses
prepared by Chef Andre Averseng each paired
with the award-winning wines of Donati Family
Vineyard. mbakich@donatifamilyvineyard.com
www.donatifamilyvineyard.com
CAMBRIA
FEBRUARY 8
Leatherback Turtles, Sharks & Tuna
Discussion of these migratory species
7pm, 805-927-0254, Cambria
CAYUCOS AND MORRO BAY
Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves
Art, crafts, children’s activities, music & more
on beautiful bluffs overlooking the ocean
10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach
www.pismochamber.com
ONGOING
Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists
7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay
www.morrobayartassociation.org
ONGOING
Adventures with Nature
Docent guided walks
Morro Bay State Park Museum
of Natural History, 805-772-2694, www.ccnha.org
Various hikes at various times including; Fast Hike
to Coon Creek, White’s Point Vistas, Black Hill
Trail, Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon.
ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk
Art galleries’ open house receptions
5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay
Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians
3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay
SAN LUIS OBISPO
ONGOING
Christopher Cohan Center
Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo
805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org
• Feb 7-9: Momentum
• Feb 10: Ailey ll
• Feb 12: Tosca
• Feb 14: Gypsy
• Feb 21: Michael Feinstein
• Feb 22: An Evening of American Song
★ ONGOING THROUGH MARCH 3
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"Interiors and Exteriors"
Presented by Salisbury Fine Art new work by
Richard Lopez draws you into his world with
featuring the work of John Ng, Anita Hampton,
Bonita Budgsy and Mike Wilson. 11am-6pm
805-471-3110, Old Santa Fe Schoolhouse
San Luis Obispo, www.salisburyvineyards.com
The San Luis Obispo Art Center
Permanent collection and constantly rotating
exhibits of works by local artists in all media –
paintings, sculpture, photography and more.
11am-5pm, 805-543-8562, San Luis Obispo
Ongoing through March: “Caution: Art Zone”
www.sloartcenter.org
ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY
Oldest house in the city of San Luis Obispo
Site of first commercial winery in the area.
10am-1pm, 805-543-0638, San Luis Obispo
www.slochs.org/dallidet
★ ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
★
Meet the Winemaker at Taste Wine Bar
Meet & talk to a local winemaker with
complimentary cheese & truffles, $5, 6-8pm
San Luis Obispo, 805-269-8278
www.taste-slo.com
• Feb 13: Laetitia
• Feb 20: Saucelito
• Feb 27: Piedra Creek
ONGOING
Lectures & Art at
California Polytechnic State University
805-756-1511, San Luis Obispo
www.calpolynews.calpoly.edu
ONGOING
San Luis Obispo Little Theatre
805-786-2440, www.slolittletheatre.org
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Art Gallery Events “Art After Dark”
Various art galleries stay open late & host
artist receptions with wine & cheese.
5-9pm, 805-544-9251, San Luis Obispo
www.sloartcouncil.org
ONGOING
San Luis Obispo Art Center Show
Constantly rotating exhibits in all media
11am-5pm, 805-481-3991, San Luis Obispo
www.sloartcenter.org
★
2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste
Weekly specials, 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE
San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com
★ ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
★
Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste
Tastings with the winemaker
10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE
San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com
ONGOING SUNDAYS
Art on the Beach at Avila Beach
Artists paint & present their work
10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier
ONGOING
Central Coast Outdoor Day Hikes
Sat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Bay
www.centralcoastoutdoors.com
ONGOING MONDAYS
Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro
Featuring regional & varietal tastings
5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Orcutt
ONGOING
A Murder Mystery Dinner
Enjoy a parody of The Golden Girls
with a delicious dinner, wine and laughter
5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant
Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com
FEBRUARY 8
Willie Nelson and Family
Madonna Inn Expo Center
$50-$85, 888-825-5484, San Luis Obispo
FEBUARY 9
A Night at the Mission Benefit
Chamber Concert
Evening of music performed by its chamber
ensembles in the Old Mission Church
8pm, $10, 805-756-2787, San Luis Obispo
www.sanluisobispocounty.com
FEBRUARY 23
20th Annual Symphony Ball & Auction
Celebrating 20 years of fine dining, dancing and
exciting bidding.
6pm, $120, 805-543-3533, San Luis Obispo
ARROYO GRANDE
ONGOING
Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande
Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077
Arroyo Grande
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Arroyo Grande Farmers’ Market
Farm fresh produce, music, arts & crafts
12-2:30pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande
www.arroyograndevillage.org
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Learn How to Make Ice Cream
Enjoy a 30 minute skit about ice cream
where you help create new flavors.
7pm, Arroyo Grande, 805-474-4068
www.docburnsteins.com
ONGOING
Clarke Center for Performing Arts
805-489-9444, Arroyo Grande
www.clarkcenter.org
• Feb 9: Jack Jones
• Feb 15: Rider’s in the Sky
• Feb 25: Peter Pan

SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON
ONGOING
Santa Maria Valley Railroad
805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.com
Elegant excursions featuring five star gourmet meals
ONGOING MONDAYS
Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro
Featuring regional & varietal tastings
5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Santa Maria
FEBRUARY 9-10
Antique Show
Quality dealers showcasing collectibles & more
10am-6pm, 805-473-5077, Arroyo Grande
FEBRUARY 9
Sins of the Heart Valentine’s Event
Listen to the sounds of harp music in the wine
caves of Cottonwood Canyon while you enjoy
delectably sinful chocolates, appetizers & fine
wines, $75, 805-937-8463, Santa Maria
www.cottonwodcanyon.com
FEBRUARY 23-24
Tribute to American Music
A lively collection of American music from a
wide variety of genres. 8pm, $10-$35
805-541-6797, Arroyo Grande
LOS OLIVOS
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks
Free movie & snacks with discussion afterwards
7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivos
www.wildlingmuseum.org
ONGOING
Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Café
Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres
5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos
www.losolivoscafe.com
Feb 19: Rhone Tasting Journey
Mar 18: Tuscan Tasting Journey
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
An Evening with the Winemaker at Los Olivos Café
Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres. 5pm, $15
805-688-7265, www.losolivoscafe.com
• Feb 13: Huber Cellars
• Feb 20: Rusack Winery
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting
Enjoy delicious organic tastings
10am-2pm, $3, Los Olivos, 805-693-1600
www.globalgardensgifts.com
ONGOING THURSDAYS
Fess Parker’s Wine Country Sing Along
Sing along with Fess & Marcy, 8:30-10:30pm
805-688-7788, Los Olivos, www.syvva.com
ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 29
"For the Love of Art"
Annual All Member Show, www.losolivosca.com
Gallery Los Olivos, www.gallerylosolivos.com
10am-5pm, 805- 688 -7517
FEBRUARY 8
"Valentine Lovers of the Vine"
Winemaker Dinner at Los Olivos Café
Enjoy 5 exquisite wines paired with a delicious
5 course gourmet meal. $125, 805-688-7265
Los Olivos, www.losolivoscafe.com
★FEBRUARY 9
★ wildlife viewing from bald eagles to mule deer.
Artist Reception at Carina Cellars
Local Artist Kari Crist
Enjoy wine tasting & hors d'oeuvres & chat with
the artist. $10-tasting fee (free for wine club)
5:30-7pm, 805-688-2459, Los Olivos
★FEBRUARY 15
★ SOLVANG
Cheese & Chocolate Pairing at Carina Cellars
Looking for that perfect match this Valentine's
Day? Join Carina Cellars for a pairing of Cheese
& Chocolate with Carina classics such as the
Iconoclast, and introducing the new Sibylline
blend. Limited to 50 guest. Los Olivos
RSVP $25, $20 Iconoclast Members
www.carinacellars.com, 805-688-2459
SANTA YNEZ
ONGOING MONDAYS
Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts
Santa Barbara Darts Association
Enjoy BBQ and Darts, 7pm, 805-686-4785
Santa Ynez, www.mavericksaloon.org
ONGOING
Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum
and Parks - Janeway Carriage House
Exhibits from Chumash period through early
20th century ranch days
12-4pm, 805-688-7889, Santa Ynez
www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org
ONGOING
Chumash Casino Concerts
800-585-3737, Santa Ynez
www.chumashcasino.com
• Feb 14: Johnny Mathis
• Feb 21: Liza Minnelli
• Feb 28: Grand Funk Railroad
ONGOING
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail
10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez Park
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Jazz on the Deck at Vineyard House
Live music and fine food
6:30pm, $2, 805-688-2886, Santa Ynez
www.thevineyardhouse.com
★ ONGOING
★ Qing Dynesty
Art Exhibit at Artiste Winery
Featuring artwork by Craig Nelson
11am-5pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com
★ FEBRUARY 9
★ • Feb 16-17: SB Symphony
"Wine Fantasy in February"
The event includes tasting at all 14 wineries,
hors d’oeuvres and a Wine Country logo glass.
Participating wineries will also honor free wine
tasting on Sunday, Feb 10. 11am-4pm, $35pp,
800-563-3183, Santa Ynez Valley,
www.santaynezwinecountry.com
★ FEBRUARY 16
★ ONGOING SUNDAYS
Winemaker Dinner with Artiste at Santa Ynez Inn
Celebrate the love of art, food & wine with your
Valentine, Santa Ynez Inn, 805-688-5588
Santa Ynez, www.artiste.com
★ FEBRUARY 16
★ ONGOING
Wine Release & Signing Party at Artiste
Live jazz music, new releases & meet feature
artist Rise Dlemar, 11am-5pm, Santa Ynez
805-686-2626, www.artsite.com
LOMPOC
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Olde Towne Market in Lompoc
Great food, wine & music, Lompoc
805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com
FEBRUARY 9
Pinkie’s Party
Release Party at Fiddlehead Cellars
Think Pink and dressss in your interpretation of
"Pinkness" as prizes will be awarded for the
"best of" categories, www.fiddleheadcellars.com
1-4pm, $25, 805-742-0204, Lompoc
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ONGOING
Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm
Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful vistas
10am–3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang
ONGOING
Solvang Farmers’ Market
Fresh produce, flowers and foods, 3-7pm
Solvang , 805-962-5354, www.solvangca.com
ONGOING WEEKENDS
Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise
Guided 2 hour cruise wit wildlife and geology
$15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lake
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art
805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org
February 2 through April 6:
“Artists’ Books Made Here” at Elverhoj
All aspects of the objects of books
805-686-1211, Solvang , www.elverhoj.org
FEBRUARY 8
Reception of “Artists’ Books Made Here”
Meet the artists & enloy hors d’oeuvres
Elverhoj Museum, 5-7pm, 805-686-1211
Solvang, www.elverhoj.org
FEBRUARY 8-10
Solvang Greyhound Fest
3 day gathering of more than 300 dogs and
humans! The weekend includes buffet dinner,
auctions, raffles, parades and more!
www.solvanggreyhoundfest.org
FEBRUARY 9
Fromage a Toi Winemaker Dinner
at Lucas & Lewellen
French themed fine dinner in the barrel room
6pm, $125, 888-777-6663, Solvang
www.lucaslewellen.com
SANTA BARBARA
ONGOING
Arlington Theatre
805-963-4408, Santa Barbara
• Feb 8: Lisa Lampanelli
• Feb 27: Ladysmith Black Mambazo
• Feb 28 Czech Philharmonic
ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 24
Therese Raquin
Emile Zola's classic drama, $27.50-$40
Alhecama Theatre, 805-965-5400
Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show
Featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry
10am–6pm, 805-897-1982, East Beach Pier
www.sbaacs.com
Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater
Guided tours upon request, Santa Barbara
805-996-4946, www.loberotheater.com
ONGOING
University at Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures
805-893-3535, www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu
ONGOING
Trout Fishing & Wildlife Walks
at Cachuma Lake
Enjoy fishing (with trout brought in) & excellent
805-686-5055, Santa Barbara, www.sbparks.org
ONGOING
Touristorica – Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbara’s past
10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara
ONGOING
Ty Warner Sea Center
Explore creatures of the sea
805-962-2526, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
www.sbnature.org/seacenter
ONGOING
Lectures & Readings at the
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
805-962-8404, Santa Barbara, www.sbmm.org
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
1 mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail
10-11:30am, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara
Cachuma Lake Nature Center
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Junior Ranger Program
Kids learn about wildlife, ecosystems &
caring for the environment
1-2pm, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara
Cachuma Lake Nature Center
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING
Art Workshops for Children at Art from Scrap
Fun workshops where kids reuse all sorts of
materials to make fun works of art!
Tues-Sat 10am-2pm, $6, 805-884-0459
www.artfromscrap.org
ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS
First Thursday
Art, cultural events and fine wine tasting!
5-8pm, 805-962-2098, various venues in
downtown Santa Barbara
www.santabarbaradowntown.com
ONGOING
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
805-963-4364, www.sbma.net
• Ongoing through Feb 29: Chinese Silks of the
ONGOING
Lobero Theatre
805-966-4946, Santa Barbara
www.loberotheatre.com
• Feb 8: Dana Carvey
• Feb 15: Night of Jazz of Swing
• Feb 16: Kelly Willis
• Feb 22: Billy Vera & the Beaters
ONGOING
Planetarium Shows at
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
805-682-4711, www.sbnature.com
• Exploring the Spring Sky
• Cosmic Safari
• Secrets of the Cardboard Rocket
ONGOING FRIDAYS
Wine Tasting with the Winemakers
4-7pm, 805-691-1020, East Beach Wines
Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwine.com
FEBRUARY 7-9
Annual Steven Roberts Gospel Music
Workshop and Concert in Santa Barbara
Learn to sing Gospel songs!
$35,805-966-0190, Santa Barbara
FEBRUAY 9
Women’s Literary Festival
4 speakers, lunch & a breakout session
8:30am, $60, 805-733-3462, Santa Barbara
www.womensliteraryfestival.com
FEBRUARY 29 – MARCH 2
Santa Barbara International Orchid Show
Over 70 exhibitors display hundreds of orchid
species with demonstrations, sales & contests
805-687-0766, www.sborchidshow.com
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A New Dawn at
EOS ESTATE WINERY
by Janis Switzer
I
n Greek mythology, Eos is the “Goddess of
the Dawn.” Today at EOS Winery in Paso
Robles, a new dawn is rising, and it is the
second time in the last 25 years that the
winery has experienced a rebirth.
Originally founded in 1983 by the Arciero
brothers – two hardworking Italian immi-
grants who made their fortune in Los Angeles
construction – the winery changed names
from Arciero Winery to EOS in 1996. The
name change at that time was both symbolic
of a new day, and reflective of the wide range
of changes made at the winery in order to
make it successful.
“In the vineyards, in the cellar, in the
equipment, in the pumps, the presses, every-
thing – we changed everything,” recalls Leslie
Melendez, who started at the winery in 1993
as a lab technician, and who is now head
winemaker.
Leading the sweeping changes at the time
was Kerry Vix, general manager at the winery
since 1992. And as a result of those changes,
EOS developed into a well-known, widely
distributed brand that has grown in terms of
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Frank and Butch Arciero
production and quality ever since.
Today Vix is observing another “rebirth”
brought on by the sale of the operation from
the Arciero family to Sapphire Brands, a
company owned by entrepreneur Jeff
Hopmayer. Hopmayer first gained fame as
the soul source of all the bakery goods sold in
Starbucks stores worldwide. He established
Sapphire Brands to focus on wines and
spirits, and EOS is his first winery. Although
the sale didn’t include the 600-acre vineyard
still controlled by the Arcieros, the 25-year-
old vineyard remains the main source of fruit
for EOS wines.
But it is what’s happening at the winery
that is a new dawn – a metaphor that’s espe-
cially appropriate because it involves the sun.
The winery’s newest and most significant
project is a 2-1/2 acre solar field that will
provide the winery and visitor’s center with
100% of their energy needs.
“This was one of the very first things he
wanted to do,” Vix says of Hopmayer’s early
days of ownership. “He said, ‘We’re going to
do everything we can to mitigate waste and
consumption of natural resources.’”
The entire system will represent a $3.5
million investment for the new owner, with a
20-year payback. But return on investment
was not driving the decision to go forward.
Vix explains, “We want to be the most effi-
cient winery and the most proactive winery
in energy conservation.” He hopes their
example will inspire other Central Coast
wineries to follow in their footsteps.
The new solar panels will be in place by
harvest time this year, and in the meantime,
the winery is upgrading all of its production
and lab equipment, along with adding staff to
increase its annual production from about
180,000 cases to over 350,000 cases over the
next four years. At that level, it will rank as
the third largest winery in Paso Robles.
The winery currently produces more than
a dozen different varietals, many of which
have garnered wide acclaim. Their Petite
Syrah – a small niche in the premium varietal
category which is most often used in blends –
is the flagship for the winery. In fact, the EOS
Cupa Grande Petite Syrah has been recog-
nized three of the past five years as one of the
Top 100 wines of the World by Wine Enthu-
siast Magazine. The winery’s Moscato is also a
favorite, earning a score of 95 last year, and
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also making the Top 100 list.

Their two most popular wines
are a Chardonnay and Cabernet
Sauvignon, but other favorites
include a crisp Viognier, a spicy
Zinfandel and several varietals
under their value-priced “Novella”
label.
Winemaker Melendez is one of
just a handful of women wine-
makers in the area, and her 15-
year road from lab technician to
director of winemaking involved
working virtually every position
in the winery. “I learned by the
school of hard knocks,” Melendez
says, “but from the moment I
walked in the door, I just loved it.”
The wines can be sampled at
the EOS Visitor’s Center on
Highway 46 East in Paso Robles.
The large tasting room feels like
a candy store for wine and
food enthusiasts. Hand-painted
pottery, elegant glassware, cook-
books, gourmet foods, and picnic
items are abundantly displayed
throughout the 6,000-square-foot
space. The complimentary tasting
includes up to four choices from
the list of up to 14 different wines,
ranging from dry whites to lush
reds, to sweet dessert wines.
For those interested in a
behind-the-scenes look at the
winery, there is a self-guided tour
that leads visitors through the
production area, with educational
signs explaining the winemaking
process. Once the upgrading is
complete later in the year, it will
represent the state-of-the-art in
modern winemaking.
The EOS tasting room is
located about five miles east of
Highway 101 on Highway 46
East. It’s open from 10 a.m. to
5 p.m. daily.
More information about the
winery is available on their
website at www.eosvintage.com,
or by calling (805) 239-2562.

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CARINA CELLARS
A
mong the ever growing number of
wineries in Santa Barbara County,
Carina Cellars sets itself apart through
its dedication to top quality Rhône varietals
and blends. In an area known for Pinot Noir
and Chardonnay, there is a growing trend
among producers and consumers alike for
Syrah, Viognier, Grenache and Mourvedre.
These are the core Rhône varietals and make
up the majority of Carina Cellars focus.
Founded by David Hardee in 2002, the
winery continues to grow and evolve under
the skilled hand of winemaker Joey Tensley.
Tensley’s passion for winemaking dates back
to his childhood and his resume includes
many great wineries in Santa Barbara County.
His style centers around a minimalist
approach allowing the vineyards to speak for
themselves and show their true flavors.
Although small, Carina Cellars produces a
large variety of wines including vineyard
designates and blends. Currently Viognier is
their white wine of choice, and they enjoy
experimenting with new vineyards each year,
sometimes producing up to three different
Viogniers per vintage. In the future, they
would like to expand their white wine line to
include other Rhône varietals such as
Grenache Blanc and Roussane.
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Their red wine line-up is much more
extensive and is sure to please everyone from
the light Grenache drinker to the heavy
Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah drinker.
One of Carina Cellars original ideas was to
source fruit from numerous vineyards on the
Central Coast to achieve a diversity of flavor
within their wines. They have stuck to this
and continue to find great fruit to make great
wine. They are currently producing five to
seven Syrahs, sourced from vineyards such as
Stolpman, Tierra Alta and Westerly. Beyond
this, they also produce small quantities of
Grenache and Mourvedre, and even did some
Petite Sirah for 2005.
Keeping with the Rhône varietal theme,
Carina Cellars has attracted a distinct
following for its Rhône blends. The most
popular is the “7 Percent” which has been a
backbone of Carina Cellars’ wines since the
beginning. This blend is styled after the Cote-
Rotie region in the northern Rhône valley and
consists of 7% Viognier and 93% Syrah. Its
rich, velvety texture and subtle floral notes
produce a wine that is lovely and distinct and
pairs well with steak or lamb. The “Sibylline”
and “Clairvoyant” make up Carina Cellars
prophetic duo and are modeled after the
southern region of Chateauneuf du Pape.
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With varying percentages of Syrah, Grenache
and Mourvedre, these wines offer a lighter
alternative to the “7 Percent” with a softer,
silkier mouthfeel and less tannins. The
Sibylline and Clairvoyant are better suited to
pork and duck dishes as well as a spicy mari-
nara sauce or cheesy ravioli.
The nonconformist of Carina Cellars’
blends is the “Iconoclast.” This is the one
wine where Carina Cellars bends the rules
and blends 67% Cabernet Sauvignon from
Napa Valley with 33% Syrah from the local
Colson Canyon Vineyard. This wine is truly
unique in that it combines two regions into
one and two varietals that aren’t typically seen
together. Apart from following old world
trends in a new world style, each of Carina
Cellars wines offers a perfect balance of
acidity and structure, making every bottle as
enjoyable as the last.
Visit Carina Cellars tasting room to expe-
rience all of their wonderful wines. They are
open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and are
located at 2900 Grand Ave. Ste. A (next to
Panino). Tasters have a choice between
current releases for $10 or reserve and library
releases served Friday-Sunday for $15. Check
out their website www.carinacellars.com or
call (805) 688-2459 for more information.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT CARINA CELLARS

Artwork by Kari Crist – Amore Libre
Exhibition Dates: February, 1-March 31, 2008
Artist Reception: Saturday, February 9, 5:30-7pm
Carina Cellars welcomes Santa Ynez photographer Kari Crist to the tasting room
for her second show with them, as well as the last show of the winter art series.
After graduating in commercial photography from Brooks Institute of Photog-
raphy in Santa Barbara a few years ago, Crist decided to reside in the Santa Ynez
Valley where she works a couple days a week at Stolpman Vineyard’s tasting room
in Solvang.
Over the years Crist has developed a crisp, clean style focusing on people as her
main subject matter. “The lens of my camera gives me the profound pleasure of
taking the noble truth of a photograph and pushing the reality of its contents,” said
Crist. Her current show will feature photographs from her series entitled “Amore
Libre”. Although each image begins as a digital photograph, after manipulation
Crist then handprints each piece using a technique called solvent transfer.

Cheese & Chocolate Pairing – Friday, February 15, 6-7:30pm

Looking for that perfect match this Valentine’s Day? Join Carina Cellars on
Friday, February 15 from 6-7:30pm for an evening of cheese, chocolate, and of
course, delicious Rhône wines! C’est Cheese will be offering select cheeses from all
over the world to compliment Carina Cellars’ savory Syrahs, and several local
chocolatiers will be showcasing their decadent creations to accompany our unique
blends such as the Iconoclast (Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah), and the new Sibylline
(Syrah/Grenache/Mourvedre). The evening is $25 for the public and $20 for wine www.bellalunawine.com (805) 434-5477
club members. This event is limited to 50 people, so please RSVP to Carolyn Turner 1850 Templeton Road, Templeton, CA
before Monday, February 11, at (805) 688-2459 or carolyn@carinacellars.com.

Carina Cellars Tasting Room: 2900 Grand Avenue in Los Olivos. For more infor-
mation check out www.carinacellars.com or call the tasting room at (805) 688-2459.

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Winemaker Profile: Claiborne & Churchill
COBY PARKER-GARCIA
by Leah Kolt
W
inemaker Coby Parker-Garcia was a
third-grader in San Luis Obispo
when Claiborne “Clay” Thompson
and Fredericka Churchill produced their first
offering, 565 cases of Dry Gewurztraminer
and Dry Riesling, modeled on the fruity but
dry dinner wines of the French province of
Alsace.
The son and grandson of farmers, he knew
he wanted to attend nearby Cal Poly, but it
wasn’t until his junior year as an agriculture
major that he noticed the local wine industry
taking off. “I always assumed I’d have to
leave the area to get a good job,” he said.
Parker-Garcia was delighted when his
internship at Claiborne & Churchill revealed
a new career path, one that not only
resonated with his soul but would allow him
to remain on the Central Coast.
Although he took viticulture (grape
growing) classes at Cal Poly, and later did
additional study in enology (winemaking) at
UC Davis, it was his apprenticeship in tradi-
tional European winemaking techniques at
C&C where he honed his approach to wine-
making.
“What I learned from Clay and Nathan
Carlson – our former winemaker – was to not
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manipulate the juice or the wine very much,
even in years when conditions are more chal-
lenging and it’s harder to maintain quality
and consistency,” he said. “You always let the
wine speak for itself.”
How hard is it for a winery that doesn’t
grow its own grapes to maintain that quality
and consistency? “It would be hard for a new
winery just starting out,” Parker-Garcia
explained. “But this is the 25th anniversary
year for Claiborne & Churchill, so our long-
term contracts put us at the front of the line
and allow us to get the best grapes from our
growers,” he said.
Temperature control isn’t a problem for
the winery either, not with 16-inch walls
made of straw bales that naturally maintain a
constant cellar temperature.
The greatest challenge for the winery came
in the marketing arena. People still remem-
bered the old sweet Rieslings from the 60s
that had large amounts of residual sugar.
“That’s why we have ‘dry’ before the ‘Riesling’
and ‘Gewurztraminer’ in our wine names,” he
said. “It helps convince people they aren’t
sweet.”
A number of wine experts are now touting
Riesling as the finest of the white grapes, a
true unsung hero. “Clay was definitely ahead
of his time,” he said. “He and Fredericka
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were language professors who frequently
traveled and lived in Europe, particularly
Germany. Across the river in France they
were exposed to the dry style Gewurz-
traminers and Rieslings of the Alsace region
and realized how great they could be.”
With the sticky sixties wines only a
memory now, wine consumers are coming to
the same conclusion. Claiborne & Churchill
sells every one of the 10,000 cases it
produces annually. Their offerings also
include a dry Muscat that is great as an aper-
itif and with cheese, quite a bit of Pinot Gris,
Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvi-
gnon, Syrah, some interesting blended
wines, a Sparkling Brut Rosé made every
other year, and a number of sweet dessert
wines, including the port-style PortObispo.
To celebrate its 25 years of growth and
success, the winery is planning two anniver-
sary releases this year – a red and a white.
The red blend will be chosen from those
created at a special blending party they plan
to host for wine club members and special
guests.
Claiborne & Churchill is located at 2649
Carpenter Canyon Road in San Luis Obispo
and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For
more information, call (805) 544-4066 or
visit www.claibornechurchill.com.
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Something Different To
Do For Valentine’s Day in
Downtown Paso Robles
Enjoy “An Affair To Remember” with Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr
on the big screen once again on Sunday, February 10, at 7 p.m. Nomi-
nated for four Academy Awards in 1957, a couple falls in love on a ski
vacation and promise to meet in six months at the top of the Empire
State Building in New York City – will it happen? Popcorn and soda
or Champagne and truffles are included in your $12 ticket. The event
starts at 7 p.m., so arrive early for best seating (in the all easy-back
chairs of theatre No. 1 at Park Cinemas).
The evening festivities will benefit the award-winning Downtown
Paso Robles Main Street Association, a nonprofit organization dedi-
cated to the economic revitalization of downtown Paso Robles.
With seating limited, tickets may be purchased now for $12 per
person, available through the Paso Robles Main Street office at 835
12th Street, Suite D, in the “Norma’s Way” alley, or telephone (805)

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Wineology
INTELLIGENCE FOR THE WINE CONSUMER
When is it necessary
to decant wine
Len Napolitano lives in Central
Coast wine country and is certified
in wine by the Society of Wine
Educators, Wine & Spirits Educa-
tion Trust, and Chicago Wine
School and continually gains
knowledge from his frequent
contact with California wine-
makers. More information is on his
website, www.wineology.com . Send
your questions about wine to: wine-
ologist@earthlink.net or by mail to
Len Napolitano in care of Wine
Country This Week magazine.
Wineology is a registered trade-
mark of Len Napolitano.
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by Len Napolitano
Decanting, the process of pouring red wine from its bottle into a new
vessel for the purpose of aeration or separation from sediment hastens
the mixing of air and wine and is usually a good idea when serving
finer wines. Besides the occasions when you observe sediment in the
bottle, the time to decant is when you have an aromatic red wine that
will get more expressive when it is finally aerated.
Have you ever felt that in the course of going through a bottle of
red wine, or even in the course of finishing just one glass, that the
wine improves over a brief amount of time? That’s because it is getting
an opportunity to “open up,” or mix with air.
Some people believe that it is best to decant every red wine,
regardless of age or quality. This approach certainly does no harm and
in most cases will bring the best out in the wine sooner. But most
wines today are made to be consumed immediately, particularly in the
price range up to $15 a bottle. For these wines, aeration will probably
not make a noticeable difference. For finer red wines, with layers of
complexity from fruit and extended oak aging, decanting is a small
extra step that will add not only to the ceremony of wine enjoyment
but will most likely bring out all that the wine has to offer.
Many red wines of significant age, and some young ones, will have
a small amount of sediment at the bottom of the bottle, or clinging to
its side. This is usually a sign of an unfiltered wine. The sediment is
simply the natural residue from tannin molecules combining with
color pigments in the wine over time and settling at the base of the
bottle. There is no harm in drinking this residue, but it is not at all
pleasant. The objective of decanting is to enjoy the wine without
tasting the harsh bitterness of the sediment.
To separate red wine from its sediment, just pour the wine slowly
into a decanter that has an extra wide, round bottom and a long
narrow neck, and stop pouring as soon as you see the sediment
entering the neck of the bottle. You should end up with a few ounces
of wine still in the bottle. The unique shape of the container will
expose a large surface area of wine to air and start the release of its
fragrant aromas. Let it stand for at least ten minutes before pouring
into glasses.
Another way to aerate red wine before consuming it is to fill the
wine glass, or glasses, with wine in advance of drinking it. This
method works well when preparing to serve guests. If you’re setting a
dinner table about 30 minutes to an hour in advance of serving the
food, just remember to fill the glasses with wine at the same time.
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Silver Horse Winery: A One-of-a-Kind Destination

Located in San Miguel’s beautiful Pleasant
Valley, just minutes away from downtown Paso
Robles, the Silver Horse Winery facility is unlike
any other in the Paso Robles area.
Situated on a hilltop overlooking hundreds of
acres of vineyards, Silver Horse Winery is one of
the most beautiful facilities around. With elegant
hacienda-style appointments such as 105-year-old
clay roof tiles, a hand-made fountain, three patios
and a large garden /lawn area, enthusiasts will experience wine bliss
while sipping on the French – Bordeaux and Spanish – Rioja varietal
wines.
Winemaker Stephen Kroener strives to handcraft food-friendly,
well-balanced wines that reflect his family’s love of combining great
food, great wine and great friends; it is in this spirit that each bottle of
Silver Horse wine carries the inscription “Not For Us Alone!” Just a
small side note, Silver Horse wines are only available at the tasting-
room.
Up for a little competition? Silver Horse winery also offers two
regulation bocce ball courts and two regulation horseshoe pits. If
you’re lucky you may find yourself sipping on
fine wine and having a friendly match with the
winemaker/owners of Silver Horse Winery. So
come by their wonderful facility and enjoy
breathtaking views of some of the Central
Coast’s most beautiful vistas. Your dreams for
the ultimate wine experience will be found at
this family owned and operated winery! Come
See for yourself!
Silver Horse Winery is located at 2995 Pleasant Road in San
Miguel. Tasting room hours are Friday through Monday from 11 a.m.
to 5 p.m. For more information, call (805) 467-WINE or visit
www.silverhorsewinery.com.

Perfect Setting for a Wine Country Wedding

Looking for a wedding
venue with 360 degree views
of the surrounding vineyards
in the country side? Then
look no further than Silver
Horse Winery. Sitting atop a
hill in the Pleasant Valley,
Silver Horse Winery provides
the ideal setting for your wedding. The Spanish Hacienda tasting
room and wedding facility with wood-burning fireplace, and
elegant hacienda-style appointments such as 105-year-old
ceramic roof tiles, make this estate winery a must see.
The Barrel Room can hold up to 150 of your guests with a
dance floor, DJ/band and food station. The new 7000-square-
foot outdoor event facility provides the definitive winery
wedding setting. A 3000-square-foot indoor/outdoor event
facility with surrounding vineyards can hold up to 400
depending on your layout. A separate catering area keeps all the
behind the scenes activities, behind the scenes. The 4000-
square-foot Garden Area with its outdoor kitchen, tasting bar
and raised seating areas will be ideal for your ceremony and
reception as well. To keep your guest entertained Silver Horse
Winery has two bocce ball courts as well as two horseshoe pits.
Choosing Silver Horse Winery as your wedding facility will
make your wedding day truly one to remember!

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Reservations Available for Paso Robles

Rhone Rangers Experience, Feb. 17
Reservations are now available to join the 20+
members of the Rhone Rangers’ Paso Robles
Chapter for a day in Paso Robles Wine Country,
Sunday, February 17 at Robert Hall Winery. Join
some of America’s leading producers of Rhone vari-
etals as they explore what makes Paso Robles so
ideal for this extended grape family.
“This is an opportunity for enthusiasts to interact
directly with the winemakers to learn more about
Rhone wines,” said Jason Haas of Tablas Creek
Winery. “We will be discussing the various Rhone
varietals being produced in Paso Robles, what
makes this area ideally suited to these wines, and
where we, as winemakers, are going next.”
The fun and information-rich day will include a
“Rhone Essentials” Seminar, Vintners’ Lunch and
Walk-around Tasting of more than 150 Rhone
wines produced in Paso Robles.
The “Rhone Essentials” Seminar offers the What type of Rhone grapes are these? See page 20
opportunity to taste examples of the most impor-
tant single-varietal Rhone wines, including Viog- the Rhone Rangers principals and winemakers at an
nier, Roussanne, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre, informal Vintners’ Lunch prepared by Executive
as well as an exploration of Rhone blends. At each Chef Jeffrey Scott. Producers will freely pass their
stage, participants will hear from the winemakers Rhone wines around the tables, offering an
and principals who have chosen the Rhone Ranger extended opportunity to interact and explore the
route and helped give Paso Robles its new identity range of Rhones produced in Paso Robles.
as the “Rhone Zone.” At the Walk-around Tasting, guests can taste
Directly following, seminar participants can join Rhone wines from more than 20 Paso Robles Rhone
Ranger wineries, including top single Rhone vari-
etals and the best in Rhone blends. For a complete
list of participating wineries, visit the website at
www.rhonerangers.org/about/pasorobles.php.
The day’s events will take place at Robert Hall
Winery, just east of Paso Robles on Highway 46.
Participation in the seminar and lunch will be
limited to the first 100 RSVPs. The Walk-around
Tasting can accommodate up to 250 attendees. You
can reserve space or ask questions by email
(pasorobles@rhonerangers.org) or by calling Robert
Hall Winery at (805) 239-1616 x17.
Tickets for the seminar and lunch are just $50,
and participants receive free entry into the Walk-
around Tasting. Enthusiasts who wish to attend just
the Walk-around Tasting can do so for $20. Orga-
nizers expect both events to sell out, so early reser-
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Celebrate Special Events at Donati Family Vineyard
Treat that special someone this Valentine’s Day to a truly unique
dining experience. On Thursday, February 14 at 7 p.m., enjoy an
elegant four-course meal prepared by Chef Andre Averseng of
Dining with Andre, perfectly paired with the award-winning wines
of Donati Family Vineyard.
This event is extremely limited and one not to be missed. Cost
per couple is $120, inclusive of tax and gratuity. For Reservations or
more information, call Babbette at (805) 238-0676 or Christina at
(805) 227-4100.
On February 9th, 2007 the Donati Family Vineyard made its new
home at the former Mastantuono Winery in Templeton. On
Saturday, March 1st, Donati Family Vineyard’s will celebrate its one-
year anniversary from noon to 5 p.m. Come help them celebrate
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this milestone event. Enjoy an afternoon of current and newly
released wines, sample exquisite food and wine pairings, taste wines
straight from the barrel, learn about how they blend wines, tour the
upgraded winery facility and take advantage of special offers on
Donati Family Vineyard wines. Cost is $15, $10 for Paesano Club
members. For more information or to RSVP, call Mitch or Babbette
at (805) 238-0676 or email mbakich@donatifamilyvineyard.com.
RSVP by Thursday, February 21st.
Donati Family Vineyards is located at the intersection of
Highway 46 West and Vineyard Drive in Templeton and is open
daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit the website
at www.donatifamilyvineyard.com
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Preferred Tasting Room:
WILD HEART WINERY
by Mark Storer
W
ild Heart Winery is in pursuit of
perfection. Suzanne Burens, who
owns the winery along with
husband Jim, puts it succinctly in her poem,
Un Coeur Sauvage, “A wild heart is restless,
for it can only rest with perfection.” And in
their Los Olivos tasting room, Jim and
Suzanne pursue that artistic perfection while
pouring beautifully crafted boutique wines.
Located on Grand Avenue, a walk into
Wild Heart is a walk into aesthetics and
beauty. Tapestries adorn walls and Suzanne’s
hand-made jewelry occupies glass-topped
cases that also serve as the wine bar. Its
unique blend of art, craft and wine seem an
honest and obvious metaphor for the Burens’
dream of Wild Heart itself. Focusing on
blends that add up to outstanding flavor
profiles, Jim Burens has made it his job to be
sure that it’s flavor that moves the wine. “I’m
less concerned with the alcohol level or
whatever as long as the flavor is there,” he
has said in the past.
Quality grapes from vineyards all over the
state have allowed the Burens the opportu-
nity to produce flavorful, fruit-forward
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Jim &
Suzanne
Burens
wines, including a 100% Napa Cab, that are
drinkable now and distinct enough to “lay
down for a while.” Since Wild Heart wines
are made from grapes all over California, the
flavor profiles are not limited to one terroir.
Reviews have been coming in from both
customers and critics and awards, too. Wild
Heart wines, like the name suggests, are
bold, flavorful and intense.
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The tasting room, though, goes beyond
just a taste of Wild Heart’s varietals and
blends. Gourmet chocolates are also avail-
able and nothing compares to the combina-
tion of tastes from a great glass of Cabernet or
Zinfandel with the right chocolate pairing.
The Burens also create a feast for the senses
with great art hanging up and warm colors
on the walls. During a typical day, Jim Burens
will “monitor” the wines he is pouring and
he has been known to replace bottles if they
have been out too long and it affects their
flavors. The pursuit of perfection is indeed a
demanding business.
With an eye toward much more, Wild
Heart produces about 3500 cases annually.
But one gets the impression that it is not the
quantity that is important for the Burens.
Quality wines demand attention, craftsman-
ship and preparation. They also demand an
artist’s sensibility and a delicate touch. The
Wild Heart tasting room provides all of those
and much more.
Wild Heart Winry’s tasting room is
located at 2933-C Grand Avenue in Los
Olivos and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5
p.m. For more information, call (805) 688-
9339.
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D’Anbino Opens Music Themed Tasting Room

D’Anbino Vineyards and Cellars, a winemaking operation in exis-
tence since 1996, has opened a tasting room at the historic train
station in downtown Paso Robles.
With just under 2,000 square feet of floor space, the D’Anbino
tasting room has easily become the largest in the downtown area. The
atmosphere is modern and relaxing. The room’s décor features memo-
rabilia depicting the family’s history of producing award-winning
music, as well as award-winning wine. With a couch and comfortable
chairs, a stage for live performances by the family band (illustrated on
their wine labels) and other notable artists, and always a friendly and
colorful group of family members on hand, the room seems to invite
guests to stay for a while and enjoy good wine, good music and good
company. “Our mission,” states Rubino, “is to produce small lots of site-
Tasting room manager Mike Rubino commented, “After genera- specific, hand-crafted, premium-quality wines. We strive to blend
tions of making music for television and movies, and years of making wine with music, food and family…and to have fun doing it!”
premium hand-crafted wine, our family is so excited to be able to The D’Anbino tasting room is located at 710 Pine Street – the
showcase our two greatest loves through our new tasting room.” historic train station – in downtown Paso Robles. Tasting room hours
D’Anbino Vineyards and Cellars is an entirely family-owned and are Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
operated producer of premium hand-crafted wines. D’Anbino co- When you stop by, you’re guaranteed to enjoy great wine, a relaxing
founder and winemaker Carmine Rubino refers to his family as “a fun- atmosphere and friendly people…and if you’re lucky you might just
loving group with a heritage of wine, music and togetherness.” catch the family band rehearsing for their next gig.

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TASTE WHAT DOWNTOWN

HAS TO OFFER
Arroyo Robles Orchid Hill
Family owned and operated,
Downtown Paso Robles Fine premium
it is our goal to enhance your estate wines are
wine tasting experience and show you is home to more than 10 paired with cheese
the true beauty of Paso Robles wines. to complement your

Tasting bar
premium tasting rooms, tasting experience
on Friday, Saturday,
features gifts,
wine accessories all within walking Sunday and by appointment.
We also feature art work by world-renowned
and
artist Jean-Pierre de Rothschild.
picnic supplies. distance of one another. 1140 Pine Street, Paso Robles
Open Daily 11-7 | 739 12th St, Paso Robles
877-759-WINE | www.arroyorobles.com
Each of these boutique 805-237-7527
Thursday-Monday 11:30-6 or by appointment

wineries offers a unique

Bear Cave Cellars Pianetta Winery
Hand-crafted
experience with Pianetta Winery creates
limited releases of
Paso Robles premium red varietals
red wines. individual flavor. and blends using our
own Estate Vineyards in
Come on by
when you see Together they make Indian Valley. From
growing to winemaking our techniques
the Bear Flag fly focus on balance and intense flavor.
or give us a call
and we will open. for an unforgettable Join us at the Historic
Granger’s Union Building.
1227 Park Street
Suite B Wine Country 829 13th Street, Paso Robles
805-226-4005 | www.pianettawinery.com
Paso Robles
Sunday, Monday, Thursday: 12pm-6pm
805-238-4329 destination Friday & Saturday: 11am-7pm

D’Anbino Edward Sellers Vihuela

Owned by a family Edward Sellers is Vihuela (vee-way-la)
of professional a boutique winery is a boutique winery
specializing in small lots with a passion for
musicians, you of handmade American
will always be old-world Spanish guitar
Rhône-style wines
entertained in our and a taste for
from Paso Robles.
Our awarding winning wines reveal an new world, artisan wine.
lively tasting room.
elegant structure and an intense Each wine is crafted
Experience our fruit concentration distinctive of their to express an elegant
award-winning progressive Central Coast origins.
balance of art and science that
wines and music Come in and enjoy a taste. we’d love to share with you!
memorabilia. 1220 Park Street, Paso Robles
1307 Park St, Paso Robles (behind Keller Williams)
710 Pine Street, Paso Robles in the newly completed “Clock Tower Building”
805-835-4304
805-227-6800 805-239-8915 | www.edwardsellers.com
Sunday & Monday 11-4
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President’s Day Passport

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Weekend at the Far Out
46 Wineries of Paso Robles
The 16 Far Out Wineries of Paso Robles are partnering with the
WEST Wellness Community of the Central Coast for a fundraiser to help find
“Hope and Support” for people with cancer and their families with the
President’s Day Passport Weekend, February 15-18.
Sample award-winning wines and enjoy VIP treatment as you travel
through the Far Out Wine Country of Paso Robles. Activities planned
exclusively for Passport holders include complimentary wine tasting at
each winery, special barrel tasting, winery tours, new releases, food
pairings and much more.
For your $25 donation you will receive a VIP Passport and a stamp
at each winery you visit. After visiting eight tasting rooms you will be
entered into a final drawing for some terrific prizes! In addition ... 5%
of the weekend sales will be donated to the Wellness Community!
Advance passports will be available at a discounted price by
contacting Judy at Norman Vineyards (805) 237-0138.

A Sit-Down Seminar Featuring

Far Out Zinfandel and more!
Calling all Zinfandel fans. This is your opportunity to taste wines
from all 16 Far Out Wineries in one great location and perhaps learn
a thing or two! On Saturday, March 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the
winemakers or proprietors will form a panel to present, seminar style,
a wide range of Zinfandels at Calcareous Vineyards. Hear straight from
the source the winemaking principals used in crafting and farming
your favorite varietal. Determine for yourself what styles you tend to
favor and re-affirm why you just can’t get enough Zinfandel!
Cost is $55 per person. For reservations, call Judy at (805) 237-
0138 Make your reservations early, this event will sell out!

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Visit some of the newest and most exciting

wineries on Califonia’s Central Coast!

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Family owned and operated vineyard and winery
We invite you come and taste our
specializing in handcrafted wines with intense
wines in the B & E Saloon that colors and flavors. Join us in celebrating in the true
overlooks the vineyard. Italian tradition with food and wine pairing,
salami, prosciutto, provolone, sopres-sata, pâté,
imported pasta, specialty items and the finest pasta
Daily 11am-5pm sauces. Food available daily.
10000 Creston Road, Paso Robles
805-238-4815 Open Daily 10am-7:30pm
www.bevineyard.com 5185 Union Road, Paso Robles
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Taste, Smell, Witness the Passion at Still Waters
Paul Hoover might describe himself first
and foremost as a farmer, but it is when he
takes his love for growing things and applies
it to the crafting of his award-winning wines
for Still Waters Vineyards that his true genius
is apparent. “I consider myself first a wine
grower because I’m passionate about agricul-
ture, but with winemaking I get to enjoy the
entire process, from growing the finest fruit to
seeing it to the end with the production of
great wine. I want to stay small because I feel
the hands-on approach allows you work with
the wine during the whole process and really put my signature and
touch on the wines. For example, it’s unusual for winery of my size to
make twelve different types of wine including five whites.”
As a graduate of nearby Cal Poly, Paul initially took his degree in
agriculture and entered the resort and restaurant business. The call of
the fields was strong, though and after a number of successful years in
that business, Paul and his wife Patricia followed their hearts and
bought a vineyard. The vineyard is located in an area with soils and
climate perfect for growing premium wine grapes. The ranch sits high
atop hills that slope gently from the north to the south, giving the
vines the perfect exposure to the summer sun as it rises and sets over
the El Pomar area. Light afternoon winds blow through the vines
providing good airflow through the canopy for proper ripening. As the
sun sets, the onshore winds flow from the Pacific Ocean cooling the
vineyard to night temperatures in the 50°s. The 40°-50° daily temper-
ature swings allow the fruit to cool at night, lengthening the ripening
process to intensify the flavor and allowing the seeds to mature,
providing proper tannin and flavors. All of these influences from
Mother Nature help create the perfect balance of Still Waters Vine-
yards estate wines. The setting is also perfect for people. If it’s a
Enjoy the beauty of gently
rolling hills in the
Paso Robles countryside
and discover some of the
newest and most exciting
wineries on California’s
Central Coast.
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glimpse of the magnificence of California
that you seek, the breathtaking panoramic
view of acres of lush vines and rolling,
golden hills available at Still Waters Vine-
yards is second to none. This is truly a place
of unsurpassed beauty and many have taken
advantage of the setting for their weddings
and parties.
This is not your average tasting room
either. Says Paul, “My resort background
drew me to this site because of the unique
opportunity to create both an indoor and
outdoor setting for tasting room guests, which includes a picnic area
underneath the 100-year-old olive grove from which we produce our
gourmet Spanish olive oil.” Tasting room manager and assistant wine-
maker, Kasey Justus, and her staff always provide a warm environment
for the guests. At Still Waters Vineyards you can truly taste, smell and
witness the passion for growing things that has helped Paul and
Patricia Hoover realize their dreams.
For more information call the vineyard at (805) 237-9231 or go to
www.stillwatersvineyards.com.
CHATEAU MARGENE
A micro winery specializing in the production of small lots of
luxury, handcrafted Cabernet Sauvignon. Chateau Margene
produces 3,000 cases per year and focuses on viticulture and
winemaking practices that offer maximum expression of the
Paso Robles terrior. Come enjoy the wines and picnic on the
deck or under the oaks.
Open Saturday-Sunday Noon-5pm
By advanced appointment on Fridays
4385 La Panza Road, Creston, CA
805-238-2321 | www.chateaumargene.com
CASS VINEYARDS
Visit us at our café style tasting room and sample your
favorite Rhône wines, paired with samples of select gourmet
cheese, pâte and specialty food. Our Chef’s Pantry offers an
array of choices for an impromptu picnic indoors or out. We
also offer a lunch menu prepared by our Chef Dusty Lehigh
Friday thru Sunday.
Open Monday-Friday 12-5pm, Saturday-Sunday 11am-6pm
7350 Linne Road, Paso Robles
805-239-1730 | www.casswines.com
STILL WATERS VINEYARDS
Taste handcrafted estate wines of Cabernet Sauvignon,
Merlot, Sarah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and
Viognier. Bring a picnic and enjoy the spectacular
views from our olive grove overlooking the vineyard.
Thursday-Monday 11-5pm
2750 Old Grove Lane, Paso Robles
805-237-9231 | www.stillwatersvineyards.com
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Eighth Annual ‘World of Pinot Noir,’ March 7-8

The Eighth Annual World of Pinot Noir, to be held March 7-8, at Cove Vinyards; Lynn Penner-Ash, Penner-Ash Wine Cellars; and
the Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach, will include two days of in-depth Tony Soter, Soter Vineyards.
seminars, tastings, and Pinot Noir-inspired meals. More than 180 • Are We Losing Our Regionality? moderated by Peter Neptune, MS
Pinot Noir producers from around the globe participate in this annual – panelists include Grant Stanley, Quails Gate, BC; Tony Rynders,
event that historically sells out, attracting attendees world-wide. Domaine Serene, OR; Steven Rogstad, Cuvaison Estate Wines, CA;
Tickets are available at www.wopn.com. Adam Lee, Siduri, CA; Christian Roguenant, Baileyana Winery, CA;
“Enthusiasm for the World of Pinot Noir continues to grow each Evelyn Vidal, Kingston Family Vineyards, Chile; and Norm Yost,
year,” said John Niven, chairman of the 2008 World of Pinot Noir. “It’s Flying Goat Cellars, CA.
gratifying to see such interest among producers internationally to be • A Riedel Pinot Noir Stemware Focus & Food Pairing – a World of
involved and to contribute their knowledge and expertise to this Pinot Noir exclusive moderated by George Riedel – panelists include
event.” Dan Kosta, Kosta Brown, CA; and Melissa Burr, Stoller Vineyards,
The World of Pinot Noir kicks off Friday, March 7, with tasting OR.
seminars held at local winery locations. 2008 seminars include: • Latitudes & Longitudes – A Global Perspective on Pinot Noir –
• Pinot Noir Primer with John Haeger, author of North American moderated by Fred Dame, MS – panelists include Mattias Gubler,
Pinot Noir Switzerland; Andrew Hood, Tasmania; Ernst Loosen, Germany;
• Exploring the AVA’s of Oregon’s New World Burgundy – panelists Nick S. Mills, New Zealand; and Sergio Mottura, Italy.
include Michael Etzel, Beaux Freres; Ben Casteel, Bethel Height • Old Clones/Old Vines vs New Clones/New Vines – moderated by
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Myron Redford, Amity Vineyards, OR; Dan Goldfield, Dutton-Gold- guest chef Bradley Ogden and his world-class team from Lark Creek
field, CA; Milla Handley, Handley Cellars, CA; Ken Bernards, Restaurant Group. This food-and-wine experience will be hosted by
Ancien Wines, CA; Eric Hickey, Laetitia Vineyard & Winery, CA; participating vintners and sommeliers from across the county. The
Nathan Kandler, Thomas Fogarty Winery & Vineyards, CA; and Pinot Noir Focus Tasting on Friday, March 7, and the Pinot Noir by
Harry Pederson-Nedry, Chehalem, OR. the Sea on Saturday, March 8, will include more than 180 wineries
• Iron Sommelier Challenge: Pinot Noir Two Ways – moderated by pouring their finest selections at the Cliffs Resort.
William Sherer, MS, Aureole, Las Vegas Concluding the World of Pinot Noir festivities, the Santa Barbara-
Always a much anticipated event, the annual Burgundian tasting style Paulée hosted by Au Bon Climat Winery features a line up of
will feature the wines of Domaine Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier. Created chefs from around the country. “I’ve had endless amounts of fun at the
in 1863, this family estate is run from the Château of Chambolle- Paulée events is New York, San Francisco and most of all, in
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On Friday, the signature Gala Dinner and Reception will feature Sponsors of the Eighth Annual World of Pinot Noir include Riedel
Crystal of America, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Wine & Spirits Maga-
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Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Association Presents

‘A Wine Fantasy in February’ – Wine Tasting Event
The Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Association presents a weekend of wine tasting for passport holders.
“A Wine Fantasy in February” wine tasting passport event on Tickets will be sold through the SYV Wine Country office
Saturday, February 9, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hosted by 14 until 5 p.m. on Friday, February 8. Passports will be available
award-winning Santa Ynez Valley wineries, this popular annual for purchase on the day of the event at Bridlewood Winery,
event brings visitors from throughout the nation to sample the Arthur Earl in Los Olivos and Lucas & Lewellen in Solvang.
fine wines of the Santa Ynez region. Passport guests will have the For more information or passport order forms, call the Santa
opportunity to speak with vintners and winemakers, sample Ynez Valley Wine Country Association at 1-800-563-3183 or
premium Santa Ynez Valley wines, and enjoy complimentary hors visit the Association website for a downloadable form at
d’oeuvres throughout the day. www.santaynezwinecountry.com
Tickets for the passport event are just $35 per person, which Participating wineries include: Alexander & Wayne, Arthur
includes tasting at all 14 wineries, hors d’oeuvres and a Wine Earl, Bridlewood Winery, Buttonwood Farm Winery, Casa
Country logo glass. Each of the participating wineries will also Cassara, Daniel Gehrs Wines, Lincourt, Lucas and Lewellen Vine-
honor free wine tasting on Sunday, February 10, when logo glass yard, Mandolina, Presidio Winery, Rideau Vineyard, Royal Oaks
is presented. This added wine tasting opportunity provides a full Winery, Scott Cellars and Sunstone Vineyard and Winery.

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Steven Roberts Gospel Music Workshop & Concert

It’s that time of year again! Mama Pat’s Inner Light Community was for the families of the survivors of the 1995 Murrah Building
Gospel Choir is celebrating Black History Month with a rousing work- bombing in Oklahoma City.
shop and concert. Featured this year is the music of the King of The Steven Roberts Concert will feature arrangements in the wide
Gospel, Rev. James Cleveland. Anybody can participate in the work- range of gospel music and special guest vocalists Dauri Kennedy &
shop and learn to sing Gospel songs. It will be held Thursday and Victor Hurtado.
Friday, February 7 and 8, at 7 p.m. at Unity Church, 227 E. Arrellaga Inner Light Community Gospel Choir’s mission is “Touching hearts
Street in Santa Barbara. The cost for the workshop is $35, which and lifting spirits,” and they continue to share their music with the
includes concert participation. The dress rehearsal will be on Saturday, community. Come celebrate Black History Month at the Annual
February 9 at 10 a.m., and the concert will be held Saturday night, Steven Roberts Gospel Music Workshop and Concert. For more infor-
February 9, at 7:30 p.m. at the beautiful Marjorie Luke Theatre, 721 mation about the choir, call (805) 729-1159.
E. Cota Street in Santa Barbara. Concert tickets are $15 and $12
(senior/youth) and will be available at the door. For more information, Santa Barbara
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gospel writer. He has been asked to give his workshops all over the Winery
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PAS O R O B L ES A R E A Denner Vineyards & Winery – Paso Robles Hunt Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 Sa-Su 12-4 X X 2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600 10:30-5:30 X X
★ Adelaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 11-5
5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 800-676-1232 X X X Doce Robles – Paso Robles Daily ★ J Lohr – Paso Robles Daily
2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766 10-5:30 X X 6169 Airport Rd; 805-239-8900 10-5 X X
AJB Vineyards – Paso Robles Weekends
3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 12-5 X X ★ Donati Family Vineyard – Templeton Daily 11am-5pm ★ J. Paul Rosilez – Paso Robles Daily
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★ Anglim Winery – Paso Robles Th-Mo 11-5:30
740 Pine St; 805-227-6813 Su 12-5:30 & By Appt X X Donatoni Winery – Paso Robles Sa-Su 12-5 ★ J. Paul Rosilez – Cambria Mo-Th Su 11-5
3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Or By Appt X 734 Main St, Ste C; 805-927-5110 Fr-Sa 11-7 X X
★ Arroyo Robles – Paso Robles Closed Tu
739 12th St; 877-759-WINE Daily 11-7 X X Dover Canyon Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su Jack Creek Cellars – Templeton By
4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 11-5 X 5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 Appt X X
★ B & E Vineyards – Paso Robles Fr-Su By
10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815 10-5 Appt X X Dunning Vineyards Estate Winery – Paso Robles JanKris Winery – Templeton Daily
1953 Niderer Rd; 805-238-4763 Daily 10-5:30 X X 1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 11-5 X X X
★ Bear Cave Cellars – Paso Robles By Appt. &
1227 Park St; 805-238-4329 Some Weekends X X Eagle Castle Winery – Paso Robles Daily Justin Winery – Paso Robles Daily
3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 10:30-5:30 X X X 11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-6932 10-5 X X X
★ Bella Luna – Templeton Fr-Su
1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477 10-5 X X ★ Eberle Winery – Paso Robles Daily Kukkula – Templeton By
3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607 10-5 X X X 9525 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-434-5475 Appt
Bianchi Winery – Paso Robles Daily
3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 10-5 X X ★ Edward Sellers – Paso Robles Th-Mo L’Aventure Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su 11-4
1220 Park St; 805-239-8915 12-7 X X 2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 or By Appt X X
Black Hand – San Miguel By
1735 Nygren Rd; 805-712-WINE Appt X X ★ EOS Estate Winery – Paso Robles Daily Laura’s Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily
5625 Hwy 46 East; 805-239-2562 10-5 X X X 5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 10-5 X X
Brian Benson Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
★ Falcon Nest Winery– Paso Robles Daily Le Cuvier – Paso Robles By Appt,
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 10:30-5 X X
5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 10-7:30 X X 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-238-5706 Wine Club Only
Calcareous Winery – Paso Robles Th-Mo
Firestone Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily Linne Calodo – Paso Robles Fr-Su
Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289 11-5 X X
Hwy 46 East; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X 3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 11-5 X X
Caparone Winery – Paso Robles Daily
Five Rivers Winery – Paso Robles By Locatelli Winery – Paso Robles Fr-Su
2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827 11-5 X X X
8998 North River Rd; 805-467-0192 Appt 8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 11-4 X X
Carmody McKnight Estate Wines – Paso Robles
Four Vines Winery – Templeton Daily Lone Madrone – Paso Robles Daily
11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5 X X
3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0055 11-5 X X 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 10:30-5 X X
Casa de Caballos – Templeton Daily
Fralich Vineyard & Winery – Templeton By Appt Madison Cellars – Paso Robles By
2225 Raymond Avenue; 805-434-1687 11-5 X X
Private tastings at Paso Robles Wine Services; 805-434-1526 4540 Hwy 41; 805-238-9831 Appt X X
★ Cass Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily Fratelli Perata – Paso Robles By Maloy O’Neill – Paso Robles Fr-Sa 10-5; Su 12-5
7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730 11-6 X X 1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Appt 5725 Union Rd; 805-238-7320 Or By Appt X X
★ Castoro Cellars – Templeton Daily Garretson Wine Co. – Paso Robles Daily Martin & Weyrich – Paso Robles Su-Th 10-5
1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725 10-5:30 X X 2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-239-2074 11-5 X X 2610 Buena Vista Dr; 805-238-2520 Fr-Sa 10-6 X X
★ Cayucos Cellars – Cayucos We-Su 11-5:30 Gelfand Vineyards – Paso Robles By McClean Vineyards – Templeton By
131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036 Closed Tu X X 5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Appt 4491 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-237-2441 Appt
Changala Winery – Templeton Sa 11:30-5 By ★ Grey Wolf Cellars– Paso Robles Daily Meridian Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
422 Main St; 805-238-0421 Su 12-4 Appt X X 2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 11-5:30 X X 7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133 10-5 X X
★ Chateau Margene – Creston Sa-Su ★ Halter Ranch Vnyd– Paso Robles Th-Mo ★ Midlife Crisis – Paso Robles Th-Mo
4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 12-6 X X 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 X X 1244 Pine St, Suite A; 805-237-8730 10:30-6 X X
Christian Lazo – San Miguel Sa-Su ★ Hansen Vineyard– Templeton Daily Midnight Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
249 10th Street, Suite A; 805-467-2672 10-5 X X 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 10-5:30 X X 2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 10-5:30 X X
Chumeia Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily Harmony Cellars– Harmony Daily ★ Minassian-Young – Paso Robles Fr-Su
8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 10-5 X X 3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805-927-1625 10-5 X X 4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571 11-5 X X
Clautiere Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily ★ Hearthstone Tasting Room – Paso Robles Moonstone Cellars – Cambria Th-Mo
1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 12-5 X X 1244 Pine St, Ste A; 805 237-8730 Th-Mo 10:30-6 X X 801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466 11-5 X X
★ D’Anbino Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Su Hice Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo NadeauFamilyVintners – Paso Robles Fr-Su
710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 11-6 X X 821 Pine St Unit D; 805-237-8888 12-5 3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 12-5 X X
Dark Star Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Su Hug Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo Norman Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389 10:30-5 X X 2323 Tuley Ct Ste. 120 D; 805-828-5906 11-5 7450 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0138 11-5 X X

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7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 10-5 X X 7575 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-2412 Appt X X
★ Orchid Hill Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily ★ Still Waters Vineyards – Paso Robles Th-Mo
1140 Pine St; 805-237-7525 11-5:30 X X 2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 11-5 X X
Parkfield Vineyards – San Miguel By Summerwood – Paso Robles Daily
70502 Vineyard Canyon Rd; 805-463-2316 Appt X X 2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365 10-5:30 X X
★ Peachy Canyon Winery – Paso Robles Daily Sylvester Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 11-5 X X 5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 11-5 X X X
★ Peachy Canyon Winery Too – Paso Robles
Tablas Creek – Paso Robles Daily
2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805-237-7848 Fr-Su 11-5 X X
9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231 10-5 X X X
★ Penman Springs Vineyard – Paso Robles
Terry Hoage – Paso Robles By
1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 Fr-Su 11-5 X X
870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083 Appt
★ Pianetta – Paso Robles Su-Mo-Th: 12-6pm
829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Fr-Sa 11-7 X X X Thunderbolt Junction – Paso Robles Fr-Su
2740 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805-226-9907 11-5 X X
Pipestone – Paso Robles Th-Mo
2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 11-5 X X Tobin James Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 10-6 X X
Poalillo Vineyards – Paso Robles By
18888 Willow Creek Rd; 805-238-0600 Appt Tolo Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Mo
9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282 11-5 X X
Pretty-Smith – San Miguel Fr-Su
13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104 10-5 X X Turley Wine Cellars – Templeton Daily
2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 9-5 X X
Rabbit Ridge – Paso Robles We-Su
1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331 11-5 X X Venteux Vineyards – Templeton Fr-Su
1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127 10-5 X X
Rainbows End Winery – San Miguel By
8535 Mission Ln; 805-467-3345 Appt X X Victor Hugo Winery – Templeton By
★ Rio Seco – Paso Robles Daily 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 Appt X X
4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884 11-5 X X ★ Vihuela Winery – Paso Robles Th-Sa 11-8
RiverStar Vineyards – Cayucos Fr-Su 1307 Park St; 805 835-4304 Su & Mo 11-4 X X
36 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3741 11-4 X X
Villicana Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su
RN Estate Winery – Paso Robles By 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 11-5 X X
7986 North River Rd; 805-467-3106 Appt
Vina Robles – Paso Robles Daily
★ Robert Hall – Paso Robles Daily 3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812 10-5 X X
3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 10-6 X X X
VinFuzion – Paso Robles We-Su
Rotta Winery – Paso Robles Daily 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0208 11-5:30 X X
3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0510 11-5 X X
Vista Del Rey – Paso Robles Su 11-5
★ Rocky Creek Cellars – Templeton Th-Su 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 By Appt X X
8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919 11-5 X X
Whalebone Winery – Paso Robles Daily
San Marcos Creek Vineyard – Paso Robles 8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 11-4:30 X X
7750 North Hwy; 805-467-9260 Daily 11-5 X X
★ Wild Coyote Winery – Paso Robles Daily
Scott Aaron – Templeton Sa-Su
3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 11-5 X X
422 South Main; 888-611-9463 11-5 X X
Wild Horse Winery – Templeton Daily
★ Sculpterra – Paso Robles Fr-Su 10-5
1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5 X X
5015 Linne Road, 888-302-8881 or By Appt X X
★ Silver Horse – San Miguel Fr-Mo ★ Windward Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily
2995 Pleasant Rd; 805-467-WINE 11-5 X X 138 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565 11-5 X X

★ Silver Stone – Paso Robles Mo-Th 12-7 York Mountain – Templeton Daily
827 13th St; 805-226-2788 Fr-Sa 12-8 Su 11-4 X X 7505 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-3925 11-5 X X

Skyhawk Lane – San Miguel By Zenaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily

1605 Commerce Way; 213-200-4661 Appt 1550 Hwy 46 West; 805-227-0382 11-5 X X X

Stacked Stone Cellars – Paso Robles Fr 12-5 ZinAlley – Templeton Fr-Su

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★ Pozo Valley – Santa Margarita Fr-Su
2200 El Camino Real; 805-286-7172 12-6 X X Wolff Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Th-Su Arthur Earl – Los Olivos Daily
6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448 11-5 X X 2921 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771 11-6 X X
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S A N TA M A R I A / F O X E N C A N Y O N Beckmen Vineyards – Los Olivos Daily
Alapay Cellars – Avila Beach Daily
2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-8664 11-5 X X
415 First St; 805-595-2632 10:30-6 X X Addamo Estate Vineyards – Orcutt Tu-Su
400 East Clark Ave; 805-937-6400 11-7 X X Bernat – at Los Olivos Café Daily
Aron Hill Vineyards – Morro Bay Th-Su
2879 Grand Ave; 805-688-7265 11-9 X X
845 Embarcadero Rd, Suite F; 805-610-5751 12-5 X X Bedford Thompson – Los Alamos Daily
448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 11-5 X X Brophy Clark Cellars – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room
★ Baileyana Vineyard – San Luis ObispoDaily
2905 Grand Ave; 805-929-4830 Daily 11-6 X X
5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 X X Byron Vineyard – Santa Maria By
5250 Tepusquet Rd; 805-934-4770 Appt The Brander Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily
Barnwood Winery – Arroyo Grande Daily
2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 11-4 X X
453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE 11-5 X X Cambria Winery – Santa Maria Daily
5475 Chardonnay Lane; 888-339-9463 10-5 X X Carhartt Vineyard – Los Olivos Th-Mo 11-5
Cerro Caliente – San Luis Obispo Fr-Su
831 A Via Esteban; 805-544-2842 11-5 X X Chimere – Santa Maria By 2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 (Closed Tu-We) X X
217 North Russell; 805-310-1148 Appt ★ Carina Cellars – Los Olivos Daily
★ Claiborne & Churchill – San Luis Obispo Daily
2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 11-5 X X Costa de Oro – Santa Maria Daily 2900-A Grand Ave; 805-688-2459 11-5 X X
1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 11-6 X X Consilience – Los Olivos Daily
Domaine Alfred – San Luis Obispo Daily
7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463 10-5 X X Cottonwood Canyon – Santa Maria Daily 2933 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 11-5 X X
3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-9063 10-5:30 X X Curtis Winery – Los Olivos Daily
Edna Valley Vnyd – San Luis Obispo Daily
2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 10-5 X X Curtis Winery – Los Olivos Daily 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X X
5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X X Daniel Gehrs Winery – Los Olivos Daily
Kelsey See Canyon – San Luis Obispo Daily
1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 11-5 X X Fess Parker – Los Olivos Daily 2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 11-5 X X
6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X X Dierberg Estate Vineyard – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
Kynsi Winery – Arroyo Grande Th-Mo
2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 11-5 X X Firestone Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X Epiphany Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo
★ Laetitia Vineyard – Arroyo Grande Daily
453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 11-5 X X Foxen Vineyard – Santa Maria Daily 2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 11:30- 5:30 X X
7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251 11-4 X X John Kerr Wines – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room
Ortman Family – San Luis Obispo Th-Mo
3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-473-9463 10-5 X X IO Vineyards – Santa Maria By 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-5:30 X X
5250 Tepusquet Rd; 805-934-4770 Appt Fess Parker – Los Olivos Daily
Per Bacco Cellars – San Luis Obispo Th-Mo
1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485 11-5 X X X ★ KennethVolk Vineyards – Santa Maria Daily 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X X
5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 10:30-4:30 X X X Firestone Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily
Piedra Creek Winery – San Luis Obispo
6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 By Appt Koehler – Los Olivos Daily 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X
5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X X Flying Goat Cellars – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
Rancho Arroyo Grande – Arroyo Grande
591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 1st Saturday of the month 11-5 Labyrinth – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
2717 Aviation Way; 805-268-4155 Daily 10-5 X X Great Oaks Ranch – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
★ Salisbury Vineyards – Avila Valley Daily
6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE 11-6 X X McKeon-Philips – Santa Maria Daily 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
2115 S Blosser Rd; 805-928-3025 11-6 X X J Wilkes Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
Saucelito Canyon – San Luis Obispo Daily
3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 10-5 X X Ovene Winery – Santa Maria (Tasting Room: See Solvang) 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt X X
Sextant Wines – San Luis Obispo Daily Koehler – Los Olivos Daily
3536 S. Higuera St; 866-833-WINE 11-5 X X Rancho Sisquoc Winery – Santa Maria Daily 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X X
6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 10-4 X X
Stephen Ross Wine Cellars – San Luis Obispo Lane Tanner Wines – at Los Olivos Tasting Room
2330 Johnson Ave; 805-594-1318 By Appt X Tantara Vineyard – Santa Maria By 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6 X X
4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051 Appt
★ Tangent Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily Longoria Wines – Los Olivos Daily
5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 11-5 X X Tres Hermanas Winery – Santa Maria Daily 2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 11-4:30 X X
9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451 10-5 X X
★ Talley Vineyards – Arroyo Grande Daily Oak Savanna – at Andrew Murray Tasting Room in Los Olivos
3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10:30-4:30 X X Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos Daily 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-6 X X
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X X
★ Taste – San Luis Obispo Mo-Sa 11-9 Qupé Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
1003 Osos St; 805-269-TASTE Su 11-5 X X LOS OLIVOS 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-968-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
★ Tolosa Winery – San Luis Obispo Daily Alexander & Wayne – Los Olivos Daily Silver Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 11-5 X X 2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 11-6 X X 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-963-3052 Daily 11-5 X X

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★ Scott Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo S O LVA N G Buttonwood Farm – Santa Ynez Daily
2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-570-0048 12-5 X X 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-3032 11-5 X X
Blackjack Ranch – Solvang Daily 11-5
Star Lane – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412 Closed Wed X X Gainey Vineyard – Santa Ynez Daily
2445 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X Blair Fox Cellars – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang 3950 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0558 10-5 X X
Three Saints – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 Daily 11-8 X X Kalyra Winery – Santa Ynez Mo-Fr 11-5
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X Cabana Cellars/Wandering Dog Wine Bar – Solvang 343 North Refugio Rd; 805-693-8864 Sa-Su 10-5 X X
1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 We-Mo 11-8ish X X
Vandale – at The Ballard Inn in Ballard Fr-Su Roblar Winery – Santa Ynez Daily
2436 Baseline Ave; 805-688-7770 12-5:30 X X Casa Cassara – at Olive House in Solvang 3010 Roblar Ave; 805-686-2603 10-5 X X
1661 Mission Dr; 805-686-5159 Daily 11-5 X X
Verdad Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos Sunstone – Santa Ynez Daily
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X East Valley – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang 125 Refugio Rd; 800-313-9463 10-4 X X
1661 Mission Dr; 805-686-5159 Daily 11-5 X X
★ Wild Heart Winery – Los Olivos Daily S A N TA B A R B A R A
2933-C Grand Ave; 805-688-7386 11-5 X X Honewood/Olde Mission Wine Co.
Tasting room for Honeywood, Michael Grace and Ovene Winery Carr Vineyards – Santa Barbara Daily
Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos Daily 1539 Mission Dr, #A & B, Solvang Su-Th 9:30-5:30 414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985 11-5 X X
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X X 805-686-9323 Fr-Sa 9:30-6:30 X X
Jaffurs – Santa Barbara Fr-Su
L O M P O C / B U E L LT O N Jorian Hill – Solvang By 819 East Montectio St; 805-962-7003 11-5 X X
1051 Croft Lane; 805-686-8490 Appt
Alma Rosa – Buellton Daily Kalyra Winery – Santa Barbara Mo-Fr 12-7
7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090 11-5 X X Lincourt Winery – Solvang Daily
212 State St; 805-695-8606 Sa-Su 12-8 X X
1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554 10-5 X X
Ampelos Cellars – Lompoc By Margerum Wine Company – at Wine Cask in Santa Barbara
805-736-9957 Appt X X Lions Peak Vineyards – Solvang Fr-Mo
1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 11-5 X X 813 Anacapa St; 805-966-9463 Sa-Su 11-3 X X
Babcock Winery – Lompoc Daily Santa Barbara Winery – Santa Barbara Daily
Lucas & Lewellen – Solvang Daily
5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455 10:30-4 X X 202 Anacapa St; 805-963-3633 10 - 5 X X
1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 11-5:30 X X
Casa Cassara – Buellton We-Mo Mandolina Wines – Solvang Daily Stearns Wharf Vintners – Santa Barbara 9-9 Summer
291 Valley St; 805-686-5159 11-5 X X 1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506 11-5:30 X X End of State St; 805-966-6624 9-6 Winter X X
Clos Pepe – Lompoc By Michael Grace – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang Summerland – Summerland Tu-Th 11-5
4777 East Hwy 246; 805-735-2196 Appt 1539 Mission; 805-686-9323 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X 2330 Lillie Ave; 805-565-WINE Fr-Su 11-7 X X
Fiddlehead Cellars – at the Lompoc Wine Ghetto Ovene Winery – at Old Mission Tasting Company in Solvang Oreana Winery – (formally Cellar 205) Santa Barbara
1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 530-756-4550 Th-Sa 11-4 X X 1539 Mission; 714-420-2525 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X
205 Anacapa St; 805-962-5857 Daily 11-5 X X
Foley Estates – Lompoc Daily Presidio Vineyard – Solvang Daily
1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 11-6 X X Whitcraft Winery – Santa Barbara Fr-Su
6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222 10-5 X X
36A S. Calle Cesar Chavez; 805-965-0956 12-4 X X
Harrison-Clarke – Lompoc By Rideau Vineyard – Solvang Daily
805-686-0850 Appt 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 11-4 X X

Hitching Post Wines – at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton Royal Oaks – Solvang
1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740
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406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X X
Huber Vineyards – Lompoc By
Rusack Vineyard – Solvang Daily Northern California
1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 11-5 X X
4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 Appt
Shoestring Winery – Solvang Fr-Su
Wine Country?
Ken Brown Wines – Buellton By 800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 11-4 X X Look for WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
2025 Still Meadows Rd; 805-448-3791 Appt at wineries, hotels, concierge desks,
★ Stolpman Vineyard – Solvang Daily
Lafond Vineyard – Buellton Daily 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-688-0400 11-4 X X car rentals, restaurants, high-end
6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 10-5 X X grocery stories and more!
Uncorked/Monsoon Cellars Fr-Sa 12-9pm
Melville Vineyard – Lompoc Daily 467 Alisal Rd Ste 2; 805-693-8000; Solvang Su 12-6 X X
5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 11-4 X X Check us out online at
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Mosby Winery – Buellton Daily ★ Artiste – Santa Ynez Daily
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9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 10-4 X X 3569 Sagunto St; 805-686-2626 11-5 X X ThisWeek.com
Palmina – Lompoc Th-Sa Au Bon Climat – at Wine Cellar Tasting Room in Santa Ynez for help in planning
1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 11-4 X X 3631 Sagunto St; 805-688-8688 Daily 11-6 X X
your next visit to
Sanford Winery – Lompoc Daily Bridlewood Estate – Santa Ynez Daily
5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 11-4 X X 3555 Roblar Ave; 805-688-9000 10-5 X X
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