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San Luis Obispo & Santa Barbara Counties

Getting to Paso Robles
From miles Travel Time (average)
monterey los angeles santa ana san Diego
116 207 240 328
2hrs 3hrs 33min 4hrs 11min 5hrs 41min
Getting to Santa Barbara

los angeles Paso robles santa ana san Diego monterey 95 123 127 219 238 1hrs 41min 2hrs 15min 2hrs 20min 3hrs 50min 4hrs
Getting to Ventura
santa Barbara los angeles santa ana Paso robles san Diego monterey 27 68 100 149 192 265 30 min 1hrs 13min 1hrs 52min 2hrs 30min 3hrs 22min 4hrs 30min
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saN lUis oBisPo & saNTa BarBara CoUNTies
ON THE COVER
Peachy Canyon Winery
FEBRUARY 2012 ISSUE 2 VOLUME 5

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ON THE COVER Peachy Canyon Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 IN WINE COUNTRY Winery Pet of the Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Wine Country Dining: Thomas Hill Organics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-42 PLEASANT VALLEY WINERIES Silver Horse Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 WESTSIDE PASO ROBLES Stanger Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 DOWNTOWN PASO ROBLES Clayhouse Wines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 SAN LUIS OBISPO WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X AVILA BEACH WINERIES X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31 SANTA BARBARA COUNTY: LOMPOC WINERIES MAP Palmina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 NORTHERN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 SANTA MARIA VALLEY WINERIES Original Roadhouse Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33
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ADVERSTISING REPRESENTATIVES Whitney Brem, San Luis Obispo County Phone 805-252-5440 whitney@winecountrythisweek.com Jenn Jones, Santa Barbara County Phone 805-895-7378 jenn@winecountrythisweek.com Mike Giangreco Direct 707-938-3734 mike@winecountrythisweek.com Chandra Grant P.O. Box 92, El Verano, CA 95433 Phone 707-938-1783 / Fax 707-938-3674 chandra@winecountrythisweek.com Rebecca Arnn Phone 707-938-1783 / Fax 707-938-3674 rebecca@winecountrythisweek.com Cathy Gore Phone 707-938-3494 / Fax 707-938-3674 Email cathy@winecountrythisweek.com Michael Cervin, Melissa Chavez, Lisa Pretty, Carolyn Turner, Brette Ann Womack
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Foley Wine Estates
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Robert Hall Winery
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OWNERS
ON THE COVER
Doug and Nancy Beckett

WINEMAKER
Josh Beckett
APPELLATION
Paso robles
TASTINGS
$5 for 6 wines, refunded with purchase of one bottle or more

TOURS
By special arrangement only

WINES
zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet sauvignon, Petite sirah, malbec, viognier, Chardonnay, Bordeaux blends and zinfandel Port
ANNUAL PRODUCTION
approximately 60,000 cases.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

BY liNDsaY masTeN loPez
Just off the road on the increasingly famous 46 West Highway there stands a clapboard schoolhouse. It has stood there, off what is now a main artery of wine country, since 1886. As a place of Paso Robles history it is perfectly suited to hold its current tenet: the Peachy Canyon Winery tasting room. With founding vintners Doug and Nancy Beckett at the helm, Peachy Canyon has been steadily making its own brand of history since its beginnings in the early 1980s. Then, Doug and Nancy were teachers determined to make a life for themselves in rural California. They began with dreams of a walnut farm, but fate took hold, and Doug soon had his mind set on bigger ventures a winery. Christened Peachy Canyon in honor of the original location off Peachy Canyon Road (and, some say, in homage to the local legend of an oddly named horse thief ), the winery today has come a long way since its humble roots. Currently, Peachy Canyon has four rolling estate vineyards, equalling 100 acres, dedicated to their cause: Snow Vineyard, Mustang Springs Ranch vineyard, the Old Schoolhouse Vineyard and Mustard Creek Vineyard. Each of these vine-
yards offers up its own namesake Zinfandel. Its only right, as Zinfandel is Peachy Canyons forte. Doug and Nancys first vintage was Zinfandel, crafted by hand in five-gallon water bottles and aged in barrels borrowed from a friend. That first load of Zin came from Benito Dusis famous vineyard. However, since then, Peachy Canyon has become a dedicated grower of Zins in its own right. As avid Zinfandel enthusiasts, the Becketts and Peachy Canyon Winery are active members in ZAP (Zinfandel Advocates and Producers), and have set aside an experimental planting on their Mustang Springs estate vineyard for Zinfandel research. This block is part of the UC Davis Heritage Project, and provides research on Zinfandel origins as well as preservation. And thats not the only preservation Peachy Canyon takes part in. The winery is also proudly SIP (Sustainability in Practice) certified. The vineyards compost waste accumulated throughout harvest, and reuse that to fertilize the vineyards. This, in addition to cover crops and the use of beneficial insects like ladybugs keeps Peachy vineyards healthy, for everyone. From humble beginnings to devoted winemakers, Peachy Canyon has come full circle.
located conveniently close to beautiful downtown Paso robles with its elegant shopping and artisanal dining, surrounding downtown city park. 90 minutes south of Hearst Castle 30 minutes inland from Cayucos, Cambria and morro Bay shorelines
OF SPECIAL NOTE
ample grounds are provided at the tasting room; bring a picnic and lunch between hills of rolling vineyards. events include zin Fest in march, Paso robles WineFest in may, and Harvest Festival in october. Many wines are available exclusively through the tasting room.

1480 N. Bethel road, Templeton (805) 239-1918 | 1-866-335-1918 www.PeachyCanyon.com blog: www.TastesPeachy.com twitter: @PeachyCynWinery
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Flying Goat Cellars Awarded Double Gold at 2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Flying Goat Cellars 2009 Pinot Noir Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard ($46) was awarded a Double Gold at the 2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. This was the highest scoring Pinot Noir from a Sta. Rita Hills AVA vineyard, just shy of being a sweepstakes winner. Flying Goats 2009 Pinot Noir Garey Ranch Vineyard ($42.00) was awarded a Silver and 2009 Goat Bubbles Blanc de Blancs Sierra Madre Vineyard ($38.00) was awarded a Bronze. We are thrilled that the results of this competition position us with some of the finest wines in the world and signal to consumers that we produce wines worth purchasing, said winemaker Norm Yost. We were a 2007 sweepstakes winner and benefited immediately from Northern California media exposure and purchases on our website. The 2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition set a new American wine competition record with 5,575 entries and 1,723 wineries. For nine consecutive years, this prestigious competition holds strong as the Largest Competition of American Wines in the World. Lompoc resident DeWayne Holmdahl was one of 65 judges at the competition. I was proud to see a Lompoc winery using fruit from Sta. Rita Hills AVA score so well, Holmdahl said. Flying Goat and other local wineries, such as Huber and Alma Rosa, represented our local appellation with several award-winning wines. Results were announced online at www.sfgate.com and www.winejudging.com on January 6, 2012. A public tasting of these award-winning wines will be at the Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center in San Francisco from 2 to 5 p.m. on February 18. Flying Goat Cellars has been handcrafting vineyard designated Pinot Noir since 2000 and sparkling wine since 2005. The tasting room is located in the Lompoc Wine Ghetto, 1520 East Chestnut Court, Unit A, Lompoc and is open Thursday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Other days may be available to open our doors for you, so contact Kate for an appointment at (805) 7369032 or info@flyinggoatcellars.com. Flying Goat Cellars also hosts special events, such as First Thursdays (of the month) with Wine & Culture in the Ghetto. Check the website for updates, www.FlyingGoatCellars.com.
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ALAPAY CELLARS
Visiting is Like a Mini-Vacation
BY lisa PreTTY
ALAPAY CELLARS open Daily 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. 15% off purchaces, see ad on page 31 415 First street, avila Beach (805) 595-2632 | www.alapaycellars.com
Located in beautiful downtown Avila Beach, the Alapay Cellars tasting room is the perfect place for a relaxing wine experience. When you walk through the doors, the beachy dcor complete with two large fish aquariums remind you that you are just minutes from the ocean. With the large number of tourists heading to Avila the general mood in the tasting room is typical of happy vacationers. Winemaker/owners, Scott and Rebecca Remmenga offer a wide range of wines for tasting. They source grapes from vineyards in Paso Robles, Edna Valley and Santa Ynez to produce some familiar wines such as Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon in addition to a few that are a little harder to find like Lagrein and Tempranillo. Also on the tasting list are a Santa
See Alapay Cellars, page 31
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Quality Craft Beers from Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.

This family-owned brewery started by Jim and Jaime Dietenhofer of Los Olivos, has been life-long dream in the making. Harnessing their Bavarian heritage the Dietenhofers wanted to create a craft brewery in the Santa Ynez Valley that focused on creating the highest quality beer and help add to a growing hop culture in the Central Coast. Utilizing the skill sets from award-winning head brewer A.J. Stoll and his brew team, Figueroa Mountain Brewing has been able to create a line-up of seven quality craft beers (soon to be more). The brew team has been able to earn multiple medals including three golds in a very short period of time (open since 2010). In addition to selling beer in draft and bottles on the open market, Figueroa Mountain Brewery has a tap room that puts the patrons a few feet away from the brewing action. Complete with a state-of-theart stainless brewing system, customers can enjoy the pint of beer that was made in the same room and epitomizes freshness. An experience that includes live music on Fridays, and a complete food and wine list. Beer lovers may also enjoy the Fig Mtn Beer truck complete with taps on the side ready to pour. The truck can be seen at a large list of events throughout the Central Coast. Stay tuned to www.figmtnbrew.com for more information, or follow them on Facebook: Figueroa Mountain Brewing for the latest news and updates.
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WINERY FEATURE
VINA ROBLES
European Inspiration California Character
BY lisa PreTTY
VINA ROBLES HOSPITALITY CENTER open Daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (until 6 p.m. beginning march 11th) 3700 mill road, Paso robles www.vinarobles.com | (805) 227-4812
At Vina Robles, the owners bring their Swiss heritage to Californias Central Coast, where they unite the best of both the old and new worlds. The team has built a stylistic bridge between the finesse of the European wine and the bold flavors of the estate grown Paso Robles grapes. Sourcing fruit from their five estate vineyards located on both the east and west sides of Paso Robles wine country the winery is able to take advantage of the diverse growing conditions to create standalone varietals as well as unconventional blends with distinctive character. The best place to enjoy the Vina Robles experience is at their Hospitality Center located just off of Highway 46 East on Mill Road in the heart of Paso Robles wine country. The classic Mission-style design is enhanced with modern European elegance throughout. The hospitality center includes several event facilities, a gallery, a large market place with artisan foods, recipe books, gourmet gifts and several imported Swiss products. The spacious tasting room is located at the center of the building with vaulted ceilings, a fireplace and large windows for visitors to enjoy the views while tasting. Visitors may choose to enjoy a traditional tasting at the large bar where they may taste three featured estate wines complimentary, taste up to six main estate
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wines for $7, enjoy the reserve tasting of limited-edition Cuve Collection wines for $10 or they may select the Cuve Collection paired with artisan cheese by Vivant Fine Cheese for $15. The varietals produced include Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Tannat, Touriga, Sauvignon Blanc, Verdelho, Viognier as well as a number of unconvential blends. The wine tasting fee is waived with purchase. A new seated tasting area has been added to the tasting room by the fireplace. The caf style area is the ideal place to enjoy a seated tasting of cheese and wine. Luana Gerardis, director of hospitality at Vina Robles, recently launched the new tasting program. Some of the most glorious flavors in the culinary world are created with the marriage of the right wines to the right cheeses. Starting in February, we are excited to introduce a sit down wine and cheese experience in our hospitality center. Guests will have the chance to sample some local and international artisan cheese perfectly paired with the elegant and balanced wines of Vina Robles. We want to provide guests with a great tasting experience and even inspire them to host their own wine and cheese pairings. In addition to the two cheese pairing menus, the hospitality center will soon be offering a gourmet chocolate tasting menu. Whether visitors decide to enjoy a tasting menu, purchase items from the deli case, or bring their own picnic, there are many places to sit and enjoy food with wine. The large fountain in the courtyard is a focal point offered from the tables scattered along the perimeter of the building. The tables are tucked in under the buildings roof to offer shelter from rain or direct sunlight. Another peaceful retreat is on the east side of the building where tables and chairs are set by a gorgeous waterfall-style fountain. For those who prefer to sit inside, decorative tables with chairs and lounge areas can be found within the hospitality center. The Vina Robles hospitality center is also home to a dedicated 1,800 square-foot art gallery with rotating exhibits featuring local artists. The Gallery is open during tasting room hours and from now until April 2nd, the Gallery is featuring a Chinese brush painting exhibit titled The Dancing Brush by the Central Coast Brush Painters. The exhibit will feature both paintings and calligraphy done on rice papers in the traditional Chinese manner. An Artists Reception will be held on February 4th from 1 to 4 p.m. and will include the presentation of art works by the artists, wine tasting and light appetizers. This event is complimentary and open to the public no reservations required. The winery is also holding a Valentines Day dinner this month. On February 14th, a four-course Latin Riviera-style dinner paired with wine is being held at the Estrella restaurant located in downtown Paso Robles. The dinner is $80 per person or $70 for Signature Club members and reservations are required. Guests will receive a special surprise gift as an added touch to a romantic evening. This is an excellent opportunity to try out one of Paso Robles hot new restaurants. For another food and wine treat, on February 11th from noon to 4 p.m., a Harris Ranch beef pairing will be offered. Harris Ranch will prepare New York steak with their chefs favorite seasonings. Guests will be able to taste the different flavors and learn how they pair best
with Vina Robles wines. The winery also offers a Saturday Live Series every other Saturday with complimentary music in the tasting room from noon to 4 p.m.. On February 11, 25-year-old singer, songwriter, and guitarist Nataly Lola will be performing her distinctive folk-jazz repertoire coupled with her lyrics and melodies. Then on February 25th Tony Harmon, an internationally recognized concert guitarist who has performed on concert tour, on numerous television shows and in special events across the globe will be providing entertainment. He composed and performed the musical soundtrack for ABC televisions The William Randolf Hearst Story and performed at the Western White House for President Ronald Reagan. With the multiple venues available at the hospitality center, there are several events offered each month. Check the winerys website for details.
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WINERY FEATURE

Daring To Be Different
BY miCHael CerviN Sort This Out Cellars recently released Elvira, Mistress of the Dark line of wines and sodas.
SORT THIS OUT CELLARS open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. sunday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and saturday 1636 Copenhagen Drive, solvang www.sortthisoutcellars.com | (805) 688-1717
Every winery wants to stand out from the competition. For Sort This Out Cellars, even the name tells you this is going to be a different experience. In an attempt to avoid the corporate homogenization of consumer culture, as owner and winemaker Michael Cobb puts it, he has created a unique and expressive wine tasting room in the popular Danish village of Solvang. And the wines here are different too, including their recently released Elvira line of wines. Yes Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, has her very own Macbrenet, a full-bodied, blood-red Cabernet Sauvignon sporting Elvira in a seductive pose in front of a spider web. Sort This Out Cellars is handcrafting and distributing a full line of California-based wines for Elvira beginning with a 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon. But its not mere gimmickry. Elvira works closely with Cobb and is involved with all aspects of the winemaking process, including the selection of the grapes, blending decisions, art direction
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and even marketing. The only thing Im not doing is stomping the grapes, Elvira says. The wine retails for $25 and it might seem as if this is the perfect Halloween gift, and it is, but Elvira is popular year-round and so too is the inaugural wine. Elvira showed up for the release party, as did throngs of her fans. Currently, the wine is available through our website and tasting room and a few retailers in Ojai and Los Angeles, Cobb says. In addition to the wine we also just rolled out a line of vintage soda pop for her. Weve been doing the soda ourselves for about a year now with World War II era pin up girls on them. And the Elvira soda names reflect a sense of play with labels like, Lemon sLime and Silent sCream Soda. Other new wine releases on the horizon include Casino Vineyard Rhne, a blend featuring artwork by Fullerton, California tattoo artist Robert Adams. Its a tongue-in-cheek take on our lack of vineyard type labels and the fact that we love Las Vegas. Cobb says. He has also just released Vino Nostra, a tip of the hat to the prohibition era with wine that reminds us that government restrictions are still a real issue. For over thirteen years the wine industry was effectively shut down by Prohibition. In basements and hidden locations across the country, small wine producers continued to make wine for themselves and friends, perfectly legal under the law at the time. Some were as bold as to sell their wines to speakeasy operators in their own towns. We honor the spirit of the underground vintners who carried forward the tradition of American winemaking during the darkest hours of Prohibition, Cobb writes on his blog. We did two different labels for this speakeasy-like secret wine, he mentioned. One has the bootleggers who produced the wine and the other label features the mobsters who distributed it. Its a take on the mafia term Cosa Nostra meaning, this thing of ours. Therefore Vino Nostra loosely translates to This Wine of Ours and Cobb has bottled it in stubby bottles resembling jugs, imported from Italy. Clearly there is a diversity of wine to be had at Sort This Out, from Merlot to Syrah to Viognier and Chardonnay, nothing is off limits. And the concept is also different in that Cobb does not own any vineyards. I tried to take all that I felt was wrong with wineries and turn that around, he says. And clearly he has hit on something. There is an enduring allure with wines and wineries that celebrate a specific sense of time in our collective history. Sort This Out has created an homage to Las Vegas, a pin-up 1950s era sensibility. This is clearly evidenced in the tasting room, all decked out in chrome and red leather, a fun, funky and hip place to be. Our tasting room is definitely different than anything else in Solvang, Cobb says. They are also the latest tasting room open in town. Friday and Saturday nights they offer live music which gives both locals and tourists something to do when sleepy Solvang rolls up the streets at dark. Our vibe is different, our hours are different, our outlook on wine tasting differs, and we just want people to have fun with the wine tasting experience, Cobb says.
Winery Pet of the Month

Breed: Black Lab Full Name: Baron Von Stolpman
Nick Names include: Bearman &
Baron Von Spoiled
Favorite Past Times: Playing with

my Dad (Pete), Greeting tasters at the tasting room, swimming in the reservoir, digging holes where I shouldnt and roaming about Los Olivos on my own! Favorite Things: Wine barrel dog bed, Squeaky Squirel toy from Aunt Jeannie, chasing gophers and rabbits at the Vineyard. Play time with dogs of all shapes & sizes. Visits from Grandpa Tom Stolpman. Quotes: Is it Time to Go Home Yet? and Yes, thank you! I would like a treat If you see me... Ill probably be laying on the Stolpman front door mat with my feet elegantly crossed.
STOLPMAN VINEYARDS
2434 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Solvang (805) 688-0400 www.stolpmanvineyards.com
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FOLEY WINE ESTATES

Flocking to Foley
BY miCHael CerviN
FOLEY WINE ESTATES open Daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 6121 east Highway 246 lompoc, Ca 93436-9679 www.foleywines.com | (805) 737-6222
William P (Bill) Foley II has come a long way from his West Texas . Panhandle, cattle ranching roots. The former head of Fidelity Financial and current Chairman of the Fidelity Board of Directors wanted to create a legacy for his family. So in 1996 bought what is now Lincourt Winery in the Santa Ynez Valley of Santa Barbara County. Next he created Foley Estates Vineyard and Winery, located on 480 acres, of which about 240 are planted with vineyards in the Santa Rita Hills of Santa Barbara. Foley Estates produces classic and highly regarded Burgundian style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. But Foley also has purchased other wineries and now owns over 25 different brands. His acquisitions follow Foleys hands-off approach for each of his wine brands, while still demanding impeccably high standards, and he allows each and winery to showcase their individuality. But it is his epony-
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mous winery which seems to always steal the show. Focusing on predominately Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Foley Estate consistently produces some of the best wines in the now-booming Santa Rita Hills. We now have all of our 2009 Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays available to taste and purchase in our tasting room, says hospitality manager Jesse Barter. That is six different Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays coming from Rancho Santa Rosa, Bar Lazy S, TAnchor, JA Ranch, Barrel Select and Two Sisters, the various labels with the Foley Estates portfolio. If youre a fan of these varieties you need to know they offer three different tasting options. There is their regular tasting which offers a selection of both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir for $10. They also have an all Chardonnay tasting for $10.00, and an all Pinot Noir tasting for $15.00. But if you really want to treat yourself well, they offer a private wine and cheese pairing for $20.00 per person. This tasting does require at least 24 hours advance reservations and sells out quickly. Barter says. Having sampled this tasting myself, its truly a luxurious experience. Our wine and cheese pairing starts off with a glass of our Steel Chardonnay. Your host will then guide you to an exclusive setting where you will sample six of our wines with artisan cheeses and breads. This is an experience not to be missed. But there are other wines as well at Foley including Pinot Grigio, and a dry ros and bottle prices range from $18 to $75. But someone has to make all these wines of course and that task falls to winemaker Leslie Mead Renaud. I am very excited to be working with several hundreds of acres of world class vineyards with Foley and Lincourt, she says. They encompass two different appellations and an incredible array of climates. The soil profiles, clones, and rootstocks contain many different parameters than those I have dealt with previously. This enables me to work with many different flavor profiles that will give many exciting blending options. Also, the later ripening fruit allows for greater complexity, she adds. Like most winemakers, her philosophy is to show the best expression of the vineyard possible, and to manipulate the fruit as minimally as she is able. She spends lots of time in the vineyard throughout the year, and makes daily trips to the vineyard during harvest to determine when the fruit is ripe and ready to pick. I dont inoculate for primary fermentation or for malolactic fermentation so that the difference between individual vineyard blocks is more apparent, she says. This is not to say that I am a non-interventionist. I believe in using as many analytical techniques along the way as possible which allows me to correct a situation before there is a problem, rather than having to take drastic steps to correct one after the fact, she adds. And by the looks of it, there arent problems as Foley wines continue to reap accolades. And people flock to Foley not only for the wines, but the beautiful 3,500 square foot tasting room is located amongst a sea of vines. For those who have not been inside our tasting room over the last few months we have some changes inside as well. We have installed our new gas fireplace, so it makes a great setting to come and sip some wonderful wine in front of our fireplace during the winter, Barter notes. And on the calendar is their annual Chuck Wagon Brunch on Saturday April 21st from 10 a.m. to noon. This event is the same day as Santa Barbara County Vintners Festival and makes a great start to a day of sumptuous Santa Barbara wines. It is held on the Rancho Santa Rosa Property, in front of the tasting room.
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ROBERT HALL WINERY

The Essence of Paso Robles
BY lisa PreTTY
ROBERT HALL WINERY 3443 mill road off Highway 46 east in Paso robles open daily 10-5pm roberthallwinery.com | (805) 239-1616
As visitors walk from the parking lot to Robert Hall Winerys hospitality center they are greeted with the relaxing sound of water from the large fountain. The walk continues by the reflecting pool giving the sense of elegance and in the warmer months a cooling effect. Bright flowers can be seen in almost every direction with something in full bloom each season. The large mahogany and glass doors lead into the spacious tasting room designed and painted by artists Steve Kalar and Margaret Burrell. Steve Kalars work can viewed on the walls, ceiling and even the floors. Through the tasting room windows, views of the estate vineyards studded with large oak trees complete the scene. The tasting experience at Robert Hall may be customized to fit the guests desires. Up to six wines may be selected from either the standard tasting or for a slightly higher fee from the reserve tasting lists. All of the wines have won top awards and in 2010 the winery was named Golden State winery of the year. A pre-packaged box of three cheeses paired with the wines is also available for purchase. The current offering from Vivant includes an Ewephoria from Holland paired with the 2008 Merlot, a Gouda from the Netherlands paired with the 2006 Petite Sirah and Sartori Parmesan from Wisconson paired
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with the 2008 Pape de Robles. The tasting room staff are very knowledgeable and are delighted to help make the tasting experience a memorable one. For guests who want to linger there are plenty of things to do at Robert Hall. Every day the winery offers a guided, educational tour of the large caverns, winery and hospitality center. The tour is included with the tasting fee and is a great way to learn more about how the wines are made. Everything from the vineyard to the bottle is discussed with a barrel tasting offered in the caverns. The tour lasts approximately 30 minutes. The hospitality center also offers several settings to enjoy a picnic. The Garden Terrace, overlooking the vineyards provides caf seating, while the bocce court area offers picnic tables under the trees. The two regulation bocce ball courts, created old world style with crushed oyster shells, are available for guests to enjoy. The winery does recommend making a reservation if you are planning a group outing to use the courts. Throughout the year, the winery hosts events at the hospitality center. This Valentines Day, February 14th, the Meritage Room will be transformed into a Spanish dining and dancing room for una noche de amour a Spanish evening of love. Guests will be entertained by Spanish guitar music as well as a Flamenco dance show by Cuatro Caminos. After a tapas-style dinner paired with Robert Hall wines, guests will have the opportunity to join the professional Flamenco dancers on the dance floor. The all inclusive evening is $95 per person or $85 per Cavern Club member. Reservations are required, so if you want to treat your sweetheart call (805) 239-1616 ext. 24 or visit the winerys website to purchase tickets on-line.
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20th Annual Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival, March 16-18

Celebrate 20 Years of Paso Robles Wine Countrys Heritage Winegrape
Tickets are on sale now for the 20th Annual Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival, March 16-18. The best of Paso Robles Wine Country converge for one weekend to celebrate the areas heritage winegrape during the popular Zin Tasting & Wine Country Auction Saturday, March 17. Two ticket levels are available for purchase at www.pasowine.com; ZIP (Entrance at 6 p.m.) and Zin Fan Del (Entrance at 7 p.m.). Zinfandel has been a key influence on the development and growth of the Paso Robles wine industry, said Alex Villicana, board chairman of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance. Celebrating 20 years of Zin Fest reflects the honor and significance of Zinfandel as the heritage winegrape of Paso Robles. A collection of Zin-sational activities return to Zinfandel Festival this year including the Zin Tasting & Wine Country Auction, featuring Zinfandel and Zinfandel blends, Dessert Wine Bar and Plaza Lounge. The Wine Country Auction within the Zin Tasting offers a variety of unique lifestyle and wine auction lots including wine tasting retreats, dinners with Paso Robles producers, VIP tours, seminars and special large format bottles signed by the winemakers. Funds raised through this auction will be gifted back into the local community through organizations that support healthcare, education and greater community services. The Wine Country Auction is only one of the many components featured during the Saturday Zin Tasting. Nearly 60 Zinfandel producers and 20 local restaurants highlight their culinary talents and premium Zinfandel wines at the marquee event held at the Paso Robles Event Center. The decadent Dessert Wine Bar features Paso Robles dessert style wines and chocolate. The Plaza Lounge provides attendees the opportunity to enjoy a variety of cigars complementing an evening that honors the history of Paso Robles Wine Country. Stay
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tuned on Twitter, Facebook and Foursquare to learn more about 2012 Zinfandel Festival surprises. ZIP (Zinfully Important Person) Entrance - $85 - Saturday - 5:30 9:30 p.m. Zip in early to the Zin Tasting and get a sneak peek of Wine Country Auction items and experience other special surprises. Zin Fan Del Entrance - $60 - Saturday - 7- 9:30 p.m. Enjoy a great assortment of Zinfandel and Zinfandel blends and bring home a piece of Paso from the Wine Country Auction. Tickets for the 20th Annual Zinfandel Festival are available for purchase online at www.pasowine.com. All Zinfandel Festival tasting ticket packages include unlimited wine tasting and a commemorative glass made by Riedel. A limited amount of ZIP and Zin Fan Del tickets will be available at the door, provided they are not sold out. Tickets are limited and advance purchase is highly recommended. Must be 21 or older; photo identification verifying age will be required at time of entry. In addition to the Zin Tasting and Wine Country Auction, more than 150 area wineries host special activities and events throughout the weekend including winemaker dinners, food pairings, live music, vineyard tours and more to complete your Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival Weekend experience. Many of these wineries offer ZIN FAN specials to ticketholders of the Zin Tasting & Wine Country. For more information about the 20th Annual Zinfandel Festival, local hotel accommodations and restaurants, visit www.pasowine.com. 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 fastest growing wine region. It encompasses more than 26,000 vineyard acres and more than 180 wineries. For more information, visit www.pasowine.com
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Silver Horse Winery Come experience what everyone is talking about!
The Kroener family created a beautiful hospitality center at their hilltop winery located in the Pleasant Valley area of Paso Robles. The relaxing country setting offers some of the best views in the area with rolling vineyards as far as the eye can see. To encourage people to stay and enjoy the spectacular views, the Kroeners added a number of picnic areas, a bocce ball court, horse shoe pit, woodburning pizza oven and an event center for weddings and other special celebrations. Inside the elegant hacienda-style tasting room, visitors have the opportunity to try the French Bordeaux and Spanish varietal wines
TACKITT FAMILY
6640 von Dollen road, san miguel Friday-sunday 12-5 805-467-9490 www.tackittfamilyvineyards.com Come talk with the winemaker, enjoy the wines, and just relax in our open country setting. Bring in this ad and receive 10% off on your purchase.
created by winemaker Steve Kroener. Steve creates foodfriendly wines that are ageworthy and varietally correct. On the tasting list you will find Albarnio, Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sirah, Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon. Along with the stand-alone varietals, Steve produces unique blends such as their very popular The Big Easy, The Main Thing and Tomori. The majority of the wines produced at the winery are from the 80acre estate vineyard. The tasting room is located at 2995 Pleasant Road, San Miguel. For more information, call (805) 467-WINE (9463) or visit www.silverhorse.com.
SILVER HORSE WINERY 2995 Pleasant road, san miguel 805-467-WiNe open Friday-sunday 11-5 or by appointment
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TOLOSA WINERY
On the Cutting Edge
BY BreTTe aNN WomaCK
TOLOSA WINERY Tastings Daily 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. scan Qr Code for 2 for 1 Tasting 4910 edna road, san luis obispo www.tolosawinery.com | (805) 782-0500
Always on the brink of technology, Tolosa is one of the first wineries on the Central Coast to develop its own iPad app. Tolosa is well known for its exciting social media interactions, interesting winery blog and innovative winery events. Each bottle of Tolosa wine now has a QR code that can be scanned by smart phones. Once the QR code is scanned, Tolosas website will appear on the smart phone and displays a page relating to the bottle of wine that was scanned. The consumer can learn everything there is to know about that bottle of wine within a couple of minutes. Social and interactive media have had a large impact on the wine industry throughout the last several years. The attention and use of these types of media by wine enthusiasts grew exponentially in 2011. To keep ahead of the game, Tolosa launched an iPad app, developed by Jack Dugan of Orange Club Media, in January 2012. The interactive program can be downloaded from the app store free of charge. The Tolosa Winery iPad app encompasses everything from tasting notes and technical information for Tolosa wines to information about upcoming events and wine club releases. Most importantly, the app features a special offer which changes throughout the year. For example, the app currently offers a gift certificate for $75 which customers can purchase for only $50. These offers are only available through the Tolosa Winery app. iPads are used by individuals around the world. Tolosa decided to tap into this market to
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interact with current customers and to attract a group of potential new fans. Inside the Tasting Room, located on Highway 227 in the Edna Valley, Tolosa displays an iPad which customers can use to experience the app. The program is extremely vibrant and user friendly. Wine drinkers of all backgrounds will have a great time exploring the technical notes on the wine that is in their glass. Guests can take advantage of the special offers and plan their next trip to Tolosa based on news from the app. iPad users who are not able visit the Tasting Room will feel almost as if they are there. The app presents beautiful photos of Tolosas estate vineyards and an informational video about the winery. Undoubtedly, these
iPad users will long for a glass of Tolosa wine after exploring the app. Thankfully, the program includes a map which finds a retail wine shop or restaurant carrying Tolosa wines closest to the user. Tolosa Winery is also a partner in the Central Coast Winery app. This enables iPhone users, who do not have an iPad, to access a few key features of the Tolosa Winery app, including the special offers. Tolosa is sure to lead the way in this new age marketing tool as other local wineries are sure to follow suit. To experience this latest technology, use your iPad to download the Tolosa Winery app, your iPhone to download the Central Coast Winery app, or visit the Tolosa Tasting Room and make sure to check out the iPad! NOT TO SCALE
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WINE COUNTRY DINING

THOMAS HILL ORGANICS
by Carolyn Turner
Good food builds good community. Thats the mantra of Thomas Hill Organics, and its one to which owners Joe and Debbie Thomas are deeply committed, as they serve the Paso Robles community through both their farm and bistro. Joe and Debbie met at the Santa Barbara County Vintners Festival, and at the time Joe was teaching art at Santa Clara University and Debbie was a key accounts sales manager for Adidas in Los Angeles. They married and were quick to realize their shared love of good food and good wine. They dreamed of one day moving to wine country, and in 2004 they purchased the perfect home in the eastern hills of Paso Robles and began to make that dream into a reality. Thus Thomas Hill Farms was born as they planted every last spot of the 10acre property with 900 fruit and nut trees, a small vineyard of Italian varietals, and an assortment of raised bed lettuces, herbs and garlic, and seasonal row crops like tomates. Everything is grown organically and farm tours are given by Joe by appointment only. As the land began to produce, Joe and Debbie developed a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, where members of the community can sign up for a T-Hill Basket that includes an assortment of produce straight from their farm to you. The program begins around May and runs through October. But even with this program, Joe and Debbie found themselves with a surplus of fruits and veggies, and were quick to realize that there were no other farm-to-table restaurants in town. So in January 2009, they opened Thomas Hill Organics in downtown Paso Robles. Chef Julie Simon was quick to join the team, and with her Parisian upbringing and California-honed culinary skills, she brings a fresh and unexpected explosion of flavor combinations to the cuisine. The menu changes weekly depending on the season and their wine list heralds an amazing line-up of locally produced wine. You may choose to enjoy your meal in their intimate indoor dining room, or outside on their beautiful outdoor patio. The whole ambiance is reminiscent of dining at a quaint European caf, surrounded by ivy cascading down brick walls, a gently trickling fountain and an outdoor fireplace. If you can make it, Monday nights feature Burgers and Beer, and Wednesday nights are Wine Night. But no matter when you visit, youll likely be greeted by Debbie as she ushers you to your seat, where youll enjoy a truly unique and farm-fresh dining experience that will make you feel right at home, and leave you dreaming about when to make your next visit.
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MAMA'S MEATBALL
Fine italian restaurant and Catering mama's meatball has specialized in creating seasonal menus by using only the finest and freshest ingredients. 570 Higuera St. Suite 130-135 www.mamasmeatball.com 805-544-0861
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ADELINAS BISTRO & MARKETPLACE

Hand Crafted meals by Chef Pandee Pearson Featuring Farmers market Fresh Produce and local Wines minutes from town but a world away from the everyday. located within the monarch Club at Trilogy 1645 TRILOGY PARKWAY NIPOMO 805.343.7510 www.adelinasbistro.com
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Wine Tasting on the WEST SIDE of PASO ROBLES

Stanger Vineyards
Stanger Vineyards, one of the latest boutique and ultra premium wineries to grace Paso Robles, actually originated in Lemont, Illinois. Roger and Cheryl Janakus developed their passion for wine after visiting Napa and Sonoma and decided to plant two acres of French
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clones an hour and a half away from Lemont in Michigan. After realizing that this was not going to be the ideal place to grow quality wine grapes, Roger and Cheryl set their sights on California. In 2000, The Janakus purchased Journeys End Ranch on the Westside of Paso Robles. Today, Stanger Vineyards produces only about one thousand cases of luxury wine from ten acres of fruit. Varieties planted include Syrah, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. Stanger Vineyards focuses on making varietal-specific wines which truly reflect their unique micro-climate on the Westside of Paso Robles. The vineyard features coastal climate, fossil soils and 1500 feet of elevation. In addition to meticulous vineyard management and artistic winemaking, each Stanger Vineyards bottling is held until the wine is at its peak before being released to the public. The wines are designated library reserve to present this additional aging process. Stanger Vineyards 2007 Tempranillo is a local favorite and received a 90 point rating from James Suckling. The 2006 Syrah is an excellent example of a Westside Rhne wine. Bold and spicy with the right amount of dark berry fruit, this wine is showing beautifully right now. Stanger Vineyards wines can be sampled daily in their shared Tasting Room with Poallilo Vineyards. Dont miss the opportunity to taste these extremely limited luxury wines!
DUNNING VINEYARDS 1953 Niderer road, Paso robles open Thursday thru monday 11am-5pm and by appointment 805-238-4763 www.dunningvineyards.com Discover Pasos best kept secret, Off the beaten path. Experience award-winning Estate Wines. Stay at Dunning Vineyards Guest Villa & enjoy wine country lifestyle!
RED SOLES WINERY 3230 oakdale road, Paso robles open 11am to 5pm daily (805) 226-9898 The unique growing region known as the Templeton Gap allows the ocean to temper the areas warm days with cool, breezy nights. These conditions, paired with limestone soils, create the perfect terroir for growing high quality wine. We are family owned and operated, specializing in hand-crafted, very limited production wines, made from grapes grown on our own vineyards. VENTEUX VINEYARDS 1795 las Tablas, Templeton open daily 10am to 5pm and by appointment. 805-369-0127 www.venteuxvineyards.com From soil to bottle, our hands-on approach allows us to uphold the highest level of care in all aspects of the winemaking process. Our extremely small productions of Rhne wines showcase a style of balance, elegance, and finesse. Picnic on the porch of the farmhouse and taste our hand-crafted wines in the elegant and inviting tasting room. DOCE ROBLES 2023 Twelve oaks Drive, Paso robles Daily 10am-5:30pm 805-227-4766 www.docerobleswinery.com The quality of our fruit is paramount and we have the experience, location and methods to deliver consistently high-quality fruit. All of this leads to great tasting wine. Try some we think youll agree! MONDO CELLARS 3260 Nacimiento lake Drive, Paso robles, Ca 93446 805-226-2925 mondocellars.com Hours: sun-Thu, sat 11am6pm; Fri 11am10pm Visit our tasting room and experience the passion in our big Bordeaux and Rhone blends. Make our luxurious Bed and Breakfast your home and enjoy breathtaking views from every window. All just five miles from downtown Paso Robles shopping and dining. Join us! STANGER VINEYARDS 7970 vineyard Drive, Paso robles open Daily 12 to 5 and Fresh Food available daily. 805-238-0621 www.poalillovineyards.com Stanger Vineyards produces estate wines made from grapes grown in a perfect place a place where the climate, water and fossil-rich soil have been evolving for 65 million years. Its a place that must have been created by the Wine Gods themselves.
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Clayhouse Wines
by Brette Ann Womack
Proprietor of Clayhouse Wines, Rick Middleton, is the fourth generation of an agricultural business family. His passion for the exclusive, small production wineries in the Napa Valley produced his idea for an artisan winery on the Central Coast. Rick works closely with winemaker, Blake Kuhn, and vineyard manager, Ben Mello, to produce Clayhouses three tiers of wines: the Estate, Vineyard and Adobe Series. All of the wines are made in an artfully restored 150year-old adobe structure, from which the name Clayhouse is derived. There is never a dull moment at Clayhouse Wines. Each month Clayhouse features unique events which are detailed on their website, www.clayhousewines.com. On the first Saturday of each month, Clayhouse presents Wine and The Arts, featuring artists and musicians. Walk around to other participating venues as well and make it great evening. On Friday, February 4, Paso Robles resident and photographer, Donald Walker will be displaying his landscape photographs in
PASO WINE CENTRE 1240 Park street Paso robles 805-239-9156 www.pasowinecentre.com sunday 1-7pm, Tuesday-Thursday 4-9pm, Friday-saturday 1-9pm 200 local wines, 48 available for tasting by the taste, by the glass, buy the bottle food, beer, artwork, live music, comfy couches CLAYHOUSE WINES 849 13th street, Downtown Paso robles open daily 11am-6pm 805-238-7055 www.ClayhouseWines.com The 150-year-old adobe structure, the clay house itself, symbolizes these vineyards. Like the adobe, the wines are created from the earth, cultivated by hand and nurtured by family traditions. Clayhouse offers a selection of exceptional wines for sampling in its downtown tasting room, including the popular Adobe Red and White, Malbec, and Old Vine Petite Sirah. All are hand-crafted in a refined style that reflects the character of Paso Robles. ORCHID HILL WINERY 1140 Pine street, Paso robles open daily noon to 6 p.m. 805-237-7525 www.orchidhillwine.com Award-winning wine & cheese pairings available with advance notice complemented by the art work of world renowned and local artists. Unique hand-made jewelry & craft items, logo merchandise PARRISH FAMILY VINEYARD 1220 Park street, Paso robles open Thursday-monday noon to 6 p.m. (805) 286-4028 www.parrishfamilyvineyard.com The Parrish Familys historical and viticultural roots run deep in Paso Robles & Atascadero. We invite you to taste our amazing, award-winning wines and to relax in an environment where you will always be treated like family!
color, as well as black and white, and much more. Local acoustic guitarist, John Zamora will be here to entertain you with his upbeat and playful music. Of course, Clayhouse wine will be available for tasting and by the glass. Come in and enjoy! Tastings are $5 and waived with bottle purchase.
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Avila Beach is surrounded by gentle, sloping hills, which define the harbor from the landward side. Three piers define the look from the oceanside; two are open to the public. Guests enjoy leisurely strolls out over the water, and the pier-based restaurants, which always offer fresh seasonal seafood. Avila is also an active fishing harbor with many fresh fish markets offering live crab, and fresh seafood.
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Barbara County Viognier, a Paso Robles Grenache Blanc and for those looking for a fun dessert wine a Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc has was released with his and hers bottles. Scott has done an incredible job making wines that are very approachable and the list of gold medals and a recent best of class award indicate he is a winemaker to watch. Knowing that many people are intimidated by wine, Rebecca has gone out of her way to make Alapay Cellars tasting room one without the attitude. According to Rebecca, We like to help people relax and make learning about wine and wine tasting an entertaining and enjoyable experience. A visit to the tasting room can give you the sense of a mini vacation. The tasting room is open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. While you are there be sure to join the wine club to receive the winemakers selection of six wines and an Alapay gift twice per year. Club members receive wine discounts, complimentary wine tasting, invitations to special events and a quarterly newsletter. For more information, call (805) 595-2632 or visit www.alapaycellars.com.
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ORIGINAL ROADHOUSE GRILL

BY CarolYN TUrNer
When you walk into the Original Roadhouse Grill, youll immediately feel at home and comfortable, even if your home does not boast a mouth-watering grill menu, full-service saloon, satellite horse racing or lets you throw your empty peanut shells on the ground. The Original Roadhouse Grill in Santa Maria opened in May 2000 as part of an American Family Steakhouse concept developed by Los Angeles-based brothers and restaurant entrepreneurs, Larry and Ralph Cimmarusti. Their goal was to create a restaurant known for a casual, fun, family atmosphere and hearty meals. To date, there are eleven Roadhouse Grills throughout California and Oregon. The Original Roadhouse Grill prides themselves on an extensive menu that features favorites such as slow-roasted bourbon tri-tip, fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs and hand-cut steaks from highquality USDA beef from Washington state. All steaks are grilled over mesquite wood and are generously seasoned with a special blend of spices. All of our steaks are freshly hand-cut daily in-house to ensure the highest quality, said Vice President of Operations, Linda Bryant. We also grind all our own burgers from our steak trim, so theyre actual steak burgers. There are also several steak alternatives including (but not limited to), Whiskey River salmon, BBQ chicken, turkey and veggie burgers, and an entire menu section dedicated to bison steaks, ribs, meatloaf and burgers. While you wait for your entres, all guests are served freshly baked yeast rolls served with homemade honey butter. Also make sure you try the extremely popular and unique Texas Egg Roll appetizer cream cheese and jalapeo-filled wontons served with jalapeo jelly, and the featured mini-desserts are a must, served in small mason canning jars for only $1.99 each. The Original Roadhouse Grill offers a range of choices for diners of all ages and appetites, with a section of the menu called a little
less dinner for smaller portioned meals under $11.99, more than 20 menu items under $10, and children eat free every Tuesday night. There is also the Grillmasters Program, where diners can join online and immediately receive a $10 off coupon for enrolling, as well as specials and discounts that are good at all Original Roadhouse Grill locations. For those diners over 21, the saloon features specialty cocktails served in Mason jars and a selection of twelve draught beers from local breweries such as Firestone Brewery, as well as their signature Peanut Tap Handle beers. Happy hour features a selection of food items for $5 everyday from 2 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. This past October also brought a new and exciting addition, completely unique to the Santa Maria location. The California Horse Racing Board approved Original Roadhouse Grill as an Off-Track betting facility to replace the former location housed at the county fairgrounds, said Bryant. From Wednesday through Sunday, racing fans can enjoy the new Official California Wagering Facility in a separate bar dining and patio area. More than 26 televisions will show horse races from around the world. Our goal is to provide an exciting and comfortable environment for horse racing enthusiasts while retaining ample room in the restaurant for our bar and dining guests who have no interest in the sport, said owner, Larry Cimmarusti. We have always considered our restaurant to be a casual family friendly environment and we are confident that watching horses race can be exciting entertainment even without the wagering component. The Original Roadhouse Grill is located at 1423 South Bradley Road in Santa Maria. They are open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For more information about upcoming specials and events, visit www.originalroadhousegrill.com or call (805) 614-0586.
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Coghlan Vineyard & Jewelers
For three generations the Coghlan family has earned high esteem in their jewelry business. In 2009, Eric and Samantha Coghlan turned their discerning eyes to production of ultra-premium wines from the unique and distinguished appellations of the Santa Ynez Valley. Eric and Samantha source Pinot Noir grapes from acclaimed, single vineyards in the St. Rita Hills appellation, as well as Bordeauxand Rhne-variety grapes from their own estate, which is in the process of becoming organically certified. Their rigorous vineyard sourcing from quintessential wine-growing regions is the basis of their flavorful and complex wines. The new year brings with it a lot of excitement for the Coghlans. This year will be their first harvest from the newest portion of their vineyard, which has been planted to Grenache Blanc, Grenache, Cab Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. They are excited about how the new varieties on their vineyard will transform their current estate portfolio of wines. Eric is particularly enthusiastic about their newest planting of Grenache, which they chose to plant in the old world style of head trained. They are also extremely passionate about the metamorphosis to farming organically and hope to become certified soon. Eric and Samanthas first estate Cabernet will be bottled this year along with a fun venture into the dessert wines, a Cabernet Port. With the Coghlans unique take on all aspects of both the jewelry and wine that they make, expect nothing less than a big surprise.
2905 GRAND AVE LOS OLIVOS 805-688-7406 thelosolivostastingroom.com
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Open daily 11-5, 2434 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos (805) 688-0400 www.stolpmanvineyards.com
Now open, every day from 11 am to 5 pm. 2367 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos 888-938-7310 www.byronwines.com No appointment necessary. Please call ahead for parties of 8 or more.
1711 Alamo Pintado Rd. Open Daily from 10am-5pm www.lincourtwines.com 805-688-8554
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They have plans to bottle a wine this year that will be a rare gem in the valley. Though they have tight lips about the specific details, Eric says, As we do with all gems in our jewelry designs we pick rare elements and search for a unique way to present them for one to enjoy. Coghlan Vineyard and Jewelers is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at 2366 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos. For more information, call (805) 686-2395, visit visit the website at www.CoghlanVineyard.com or email info@CoghlanVineyard.com.
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2963 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos (805) 686-4200 Open Daily, 11-5
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Lions Peak Estate
Lions Peak Estate is located in the rolling hills of Californias Central Coast where the fog and afternoon breezes provide ideal growing conditions for the ripening grapes. The vineyard is renowned for a terrior that produces top quality grapes and some of the finest wines in the world. Lions Peaks family goal has been to produce exceptionally fine boutique wines. Owner and winemaker, Jennifer Arant, has personally been involved in the vineyard, the winery and the tasting room. As an added feature to have extensive knowledge of the world of wine, she has traveled to many of the great wine regions of the world; was mentored by Robert Lawrence Balzer (35-year food-and-wine critic for the L.A. Times); attended UC Davis and CalPoly and has repeatedly won recognition for her wines. From these diverse experiences, Jennifer has created a portfolio of wines of unusual depth, range and character. Every wine tells a different story to the palette and every label tells a story to the imagination. The pride of Lions Peak is their wonderful world of Bordeaux, Rhne and speciality wines, which they haved produced in small, handcrafted lots. Service to clients is their highest priority, and the dedication of the Lions Peak family is to have you taste the diverse selection of boutique wines and become educated in the world of Bordeaux and Rhne wines. For them, the highest quality wines require wellcontoured land, rich soil, carefully-maintained vines, properly-ripened fruit and conscientious follow-through. Lions Peak Estate Vineyard, planted in the early 70s, produces renowned Bordeaux wines which have received gold medals and best-of-class accolades. They have developed a wine portfolio which wine tasters recognize. The Central Coast of California offers Lions Peak the opportunity to create wines of diversity with the regions endless range of growing conditions. As a result, the wines stand firm
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on their own merit and receive recognition for their outstanding craftsmanship. The tasting room was established in 2004 and is one of the pioneer tasting rooms in Santa Ynez Valley. Come relax with them and indulge yourself in a personal wine tasting experience at the tasting room in the historic village of Solvang, located at 1659 Copenhagen, Suite A; open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Celebrate Valentines Day with Lions Peak from February 10 through 14. There will be live music on Saturday, February 11. On February 14, treat your sweetheart to a wine and chocolate pairing with a red rose, compliments of Lions Peak. And, dont miss the wine and cheese pairing with a touch of Irish in celebration of St. Patricks Day on March 17. For more information, visit the website at www.lionspeakwine.com.
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Palmina
Palmina is all about a philosophy that brings people back to the table to sustain themselves with good wine and food, conversation and a small respite from the hustle and bustle of todays world. Palminas part in this philosophy is to craft wines that are a key part of that equation; to provide wines that can be enjoyed everyday and that complement and enhance a wide range of food styles. Owner/winemaker Steve Clifton lives by this philosophy in his effort to vinify the wines of Palmina. We produce solely Italian varietals from Santa Barbara County, California. We found that the climate and soil types in our own Santa Barbara County are similar to those in our adopted Northern Italy. Another parallel is that Santa Barbara County features a unique transverse mountain range, running from east to west that funnels oceanic influence into the valleys. The Alaskan current runs along the Pacific coastline until Point Concepcion where it juts in and pushes the cold air into the valley. Morning maritime fog rolls in slowly and finally meets the warm desert air flowing from the east and the Los Padres National Forest. These unique areas of microclimates Piemonte, Friuli and Santa Barbara County feature cold air pushing warm air to create growing conditions that provide enough sunlight to help fully develop fruit flavors, and cool night temperatures that maintain the grapes natural acidity levels, and which allow Steve to create food wines with a balance of fruit, tannin and acid. Visit the tasting room in the renowned Lompoc Wine Ghetto, where you can experience Palmina wines for yourself featuring the world-class Nebbiolo, grown at unique microclimates located around Santa Barbara County. Palminas tasting room is at 1520 E. Chestnut Court, Lompoc and is open Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday and Monday. For more information, call (805) 735-2030 or go to www.palminawines.com.
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ARCADIAN 1515-B east Chestnut avenue, 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. EVENING LAND VINEYARDS 1712-C industrial Way, lompoc 805-736-9656, www.eveninglandvineyards.com Friday-sunday 11am-5pm, or by appointment From the vineyards of Burgundy, to america's west coast; taste Pinot Noir & Chardonnay from Cte d'or, sta. rita Hills, sonoma Coast and the Willamette valley. Join us. JALAMA WINES 308 North 9th st, C, lompoc 805-735-8937, www.jalamawines.com Friday-sunday 12-5pm, or by appointment Winemaker Mark Cargasacchi specializes in Pinot Noir and Syrah from select vineyards throughout Santa Barbara County. LA VIE VINEYARDS 308 N. 9th street, Unit D, lompoc, 805-291-2111, www.lavievineyards.com open Friday-saturday 11am-5pm(ish) or by appt. Mention this ad for 2 for 1 tasting Small-lot production Pinot Noir from multiple regions, delicious late harvest Chardonnay and Riesling. Stop by to meet the owner/winemakers and sample rare and unique wines of superb quality. Cheers!
La Vie Vineyards
LORING WINE COMPANY TASTING ROOM 1591 e. Chestnut avenue, lompoc 805-742-0478, www.loringWineCompany.com open Friday through sunday 12-5pm Were a small winery that produces tasty Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and whatever else strikes our fancy : ) PALMINA 1520 east Chestnut Court, lompoc Thursday-saturday 11am-5pm, sunday-monday 11am-4pm 805-735-2030, www.palminawines.com Palmina is a Californian celebration of the rich, wonderful lifestyle and attitude toward food, wine, friends and family that exists in Italy. SAMSARA 1500 east Chestnut Court, Unit a, lompoc 805-588-6980, www.samsarawine.com open Friday-sunday, 11-4pm and monday-Thursday by appointment Come taste Chad Melvilles extremely small production of Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noirs and Syrah's, all hand-crafted and made with the ultimate respect to mother nature. 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. 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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Corks and Crowns Big Cabs and Craft Brews
Corks n Crowns has become one of the most popular wine tasting rooms in Santa Barbara. This unique tasting room in the heart of the Funk Zone offers Sparkling Wines, Pinot Noir, Big Napa Cabs and Craft Brews, all available by the taste, glass or bottle. Open for almost a year now, Corks n Crowns has been a destination tasting spot in Santa Barbaras urban wine tasting area. On a sunny day guests are on the deck, enjoying ocean views, picnic lunches, and great wine and beer. On a rainy day they are inside, next to the fireplace. The unique tasting flights give each customer three different glasses of wine to compare and contrast, fitting the individuals wine style and price points. On Sundays, Corks n Crowns offers an additional Sparkling Wine Flight for $10. You can complement your wine tasting with three specially paired gourmet cupcakes, prepared by Sugar Cat Studios, a Cupcake Wars Champion. During any given day Corks n Crowns offers three wines either in
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the $20, $50, $100 ranges or even all Pinot Noir if you like! Corks n Crowns also offers a special tasting of three wines from elsewhere in the world. This months selection is from Spain. The tastings range from $6 a flight to $18 for the 94+ point-rated Napa Cabs. Each tasting is equivalent to a glass of wine. Highly rated wines by the glass or bottle cannot be found for those prices anywhere in Santa Barbara. Corks n Crowns also teams up with a few restaurants, offering free corkage to their customers. Some of the restaurants are SeaGrass, Fishouse, Jane, Paradise Caf and Emilios. Every month Corks n Crowns changes its wine and beer selections, giving the customer a new experience every time they visit. For those that love the selections, Corks n Crowns offers a Wine Club with the same wines that are being tasted. Members can taste complimentary wine or beer with their friends and family. The most diverse tasting room and wine club in Santa Barbara has definitely set a new mark for tasting and wine selections in Santa Barbara. Corks n Crowns is a must stop tasting room
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SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
ONGOING North County Farmers Market Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables, 805-748-1109 atascadero: Wed, 3-6 pm Paso robles: Tue, 3-6 pm Baywood/los osos: mon, 2-4:30 pm Templeton: sat, 9am-12:30pm ONGOING 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
CAYUCOS, CAMBRIA & MORRO BAY

ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk spend an enjoyable evening touring the many art galleries along the waterfront on the embarcadero in beautiful morro Bay. sample great food and wine and converse with the artists. open late till 8pm, 805-772-9955, morrobay.org ONGOING SATURDAYS Fishermen & Farmers Market in Morro Bay Fresh seasonal produce, crafts & musicians, 3-6pm, 800-231-0592 ONGOING Winemaker Dinners at Hoppes Join Chef Bill Hoppe as he celebrates his passion for food and wine with Winemaker Dinners featuring California's best wine producers and Chef Hoppe's personalized cooking classes featuring beautiful combinations of local and exotic foods. 805-995-1006, www.hoppesbistro.com FEBRUARY 12 In Love with Cayucos Celebration: Sweet on Cayucos Come to an ice cream social, featuring ice cream and all the trimmings from the Cayucos Candy Counter, coffee and tea from Kelley's espresso and Desserts. You'll enjoy the nostalgic music of Bruce Beck and Jim Conroy, games, raffles, prizes and fun. Cayucos vets Hall, 12-5pm, www.cayucoschamber.com. MARCH 10-11 Cayucos Sea Glass Festival Cayucos Chamber of Commerce is hosting this exciting event for sea glass enthusiasts, craftspeople and artists. vendors from around the nation will be selling and displaying their sea glass treasures and creations. also, place your bids at the silent auction to win some great prizes. sat 10am-5pm, sun 10am4pm, Cayucos vets Hall, $3, www.caycucoschamber.com.
FIRST SATURDAY
Wine & the Arts

Join 6 wineries and 4 art galleries on a downtown wine and art walk. each month features a new artist with live music. light appetizers, wine by the glass and wine tasting available. 5-7pm, 805-237-9009, www.ortmanfamilyvineyards.com EVERY OTHER SATURDAY
Live Music at Vina Robles

They invite you to slow down from your week, sit back and enjoy live music all while savoring award-winning vina robles wines. music complimentary. 1-4pm, No rsvP necessary. Wine for purchase & tastings available. 805-227-4812, www.vinarobles.com MOST SATURDAYS
First Crush Paso Wine 101

First Crush Wine Workshop at silver Horse a fun and informative introduction to Paso robles wine country, its wines, how they're made and how to taste them. includes winery and vineyard tour, barrel tasting, educational tasting and complimentary silver Horse & Tassajara tastings. 11am-1pm $25, $20/Crush members, rsvP, 877- 82-CrUsH, www.firstcrushwinemaking.com ONGOING 3RD SUNDAYS
ARROYO GRANDE
ONGOING Hopping Good Time at the SLO Down Pub open mic mondays and everything else from blues to bluegrass. see the whole calendar of events at www.slodownpub.com/event_calendar.shtml ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande sat 12-3pm, sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077, www.arroyograndevillage.org ONGOING SATURDAYS Arroyo Grande Farmers Market Farm fresh produce & flowers, art show and live entertainment in the arroyo Grande City Hall Parking lot at 215 east Branch street. 12-2:30pm 805-473-2250, www.arroyograndevillage.org ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Ice Cream Creating ~ A Family Affair! The Doc Burnstein's ice Cream lab show is a live performance that involves the whole audience! live performances every Wednesday, 7pm, invent a brand new flavor and watch it being made. 805-474-4068, www.docburnsteins.com 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, 805-481-9463, www.phantomrivers.com ONGOING LAST 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. 3-7pm. 25% discounts off all bottles and $2.50 off any wine by the glass! 805-481-9463, www.phantomrivers.com FEBRUARY 11
Funday Sunday at Silver Horse Winery

Join them for pizza made by the culinary talented silver Horse & Tassajara staff. live music, spectacular wines & just a good time! 4-7pm www.silverhorse.com, 805-467-9463 ONGOING SUNDAYS Live Music at Sculpterra live entertainment sponsored by "songwriters at Play." 1-4pm, free www.sculpterra.com ONGOING EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT Open Mic Songwriters & Comedian Night BBQ, beer, wine & soda available for purchase. Bring your own chair, all ages welcome. 6-9pm, free, stacked stone Cellars, Paso robles, 805-238-7872 ONGOING Estrella Warbird Museum Collection of military aircrafts, Fri & sat 10am-4pm, sun 12-4pm 805-238-9317, www.ewarbirds.org ONGOING 15 Degrees C Wine Shop & Bar Templeton, 805-434-1554 Wednesday: Happy Hour, $3 glasses of wine & beer, 5-7pm Thursday: spanish Tapas Nite, each tapa is $2, 5-7pm Friday: oyster Bar, Champagne, Bubbles galore! orders must be in by 7pm ONGOING Go Ballooning enjoy incredible views of the wine country of Paso robles, atascadero, san miguel and Templeton. You float along at 2-3 miles per hour from an altitude of a few feet up to several thousand feet above the ground. 1-4 passengers per trip. Weather permitting. Call for reservations. 805-458-1530 ONGOING FRIDAYS Friday Fun Nites at Rio Seco music and extended wine tasting. memorable, family-friendly evenings of good food, fine wines, great music and fun people all summer long. $10/BBQ tickets, under 12/free. rsvP, 805-237-8884 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. Winter excursions begin and end at anglim Winery in the historical southern Pacific Depot next to the Paso robles amtrak station. Future excursions (after Daylight savings) will originate in san luis obispo and include stops at other wineries. $49 for adults/$39 for children under 15 805-773-4173, www.ccrrf.com FEBRUARY 1
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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 rsvP, 805-434-2541 ext. 15, email leslie.churchill@wildhorsewinery.com ONGOING TUESDAYS
Indulge Level 4 Winery Feature

Downtown Paso robles a different winery each week. all wines will be available by the glass with a carefully paired sampler. 6-9pm, 805-237-2111 ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Thomas Hill Organics Winemaker Dinner

Thomas Hill organics pairs up with a local winery to showcase the best flavors of the Central Coast. enjoy delicious food paired with fantastic wine. 805-226-5888, www.thomashillorganics.com ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Valentines Dinner at Laetitia Vineyard & Winery

Dinner catered by Two Cooks Catering and featuring laetitia wines. 6:30-9pm, $90pp/$75 wine club. 805-474-7641, www.laetitiawine.com MARCH 11
Patio Food Pairings at Opolo Vineyards

Join them on the patio every saturday and sunday for delicious gourmet pizzas from their wood burning oven, or for opolo's signature Cevapcici sandwiches, all paired with excellent opolo wines. Cheers! 12-4pm, $16 - $18/pp, 805-238-9593, www.opolo.com ONGOING SATURDAYS
Chef Demo Food & Wine Pairing at Laetitia Vineyard & Winery
Join laetitia for a food demonstration and wine pairings featuring local chefs and laetitia, Barnwood, Nadia wines. 805-474-7641, www.laetitiawine.com
Tours & Tastings at Eberle Winery

viP Tastings by appointment, $25. Complimentary cave tours every half hour 805-238-9607, www.eberlewinery.com ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAYS
AVILA BEACH
ONGOING FRIDAYS Avila Beach Fish & Farmers' Market on the Promenade Fresh produce, local seafood, food booths & family fun. 4-8pm, 805-602-8266 rainy day policy: if it's raining at 2pm in avila the day of the market, the Fish & Farmers' market is cancelled ONGOING Avila Beach Sea Life Center 805-595-7280, www.visitavilabeach.com Floating adventures: students board a real boat to experience the Floating laboratory, marine Biologist for a Day or Whale Watchers programs. Program options: Teachers and educators customize programs. The marine institute has created a very comprehensive program with several options.
Free Cooking Show at Idlers Hospitality Catering

Food samples, wine & entertainment featuring wineries and special guests 5:30pm, 805-238-7979, www.hospitalitycatering.net ONGOING FRIDAYS
Wine Down at Hearthstone

enjoy music and light appetizers. Different musicians play and the BBQ will be lit. Winemaker Paul has several food and wine pairings he cannot wait to have you taste! Coming into town for the weekend, stop by before dinner, or if you are local come enjoy yourself after a long work week! This weeks performers & appetizers at 805-238-2544, www.facebook.com/HearthstoneWines
Niner Winery Dinner at Roberts Restaurant

Join owners Pam and Dick Niner and Winemaker amanda Cramer for a wonderful evening of fine wine and fine food at robert's restaurant in downtown Paso robles. Chef ryan swarthout has prepared a delectable 5-course menu, paired with Niner wines, that is truly a fresh approach to classic american cuisine. 6:30-9:30pm. 805-226-5556, www.ninerwine.com
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FEBRUARY 1-29
Art Exhibit at Castoro Cellars

steven seizo Nakamura is a unique California artist who likes to experiment with unusual media and techniques. This show, called Colors of Wine, will display works using red wine as a medium. Free, 10am-5pm. 805-238-0725, www.castorocellars.com FEBRUARY 11
FEBRUARY 25 Take Flight at Pianetta Winery enjoy limited library selections paired with 5 catered courses. enjoy an aviation filled evening & a guest speaker in our barrel room. 3-6pm. $75 per eprson/$65 members. 805-226-4005, www.pianettawinery.com FEBRUARY 26
ONGOING WEEKENDS Music at Mothers Tavern Upscale tavern with entertainment, check for schedules 805-541-8733, www.motherstavern.com ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY Dallidet Adobe & Gardens oldest house in the city of san luis obispo. site of first commercial winery in the area. 1-4pm, 805-543-0638, www.slochs.org/dallidet ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Art Gallery Events Art After Dark various art galleries stay open late & host artist receptions with wine & cheese 6-9pm, Downtown san luis obispo, 805-544-9251, www.sloartcouncil.org FEBRUARY 11-12 Wine Library Tasting & Warehouse Sale at Claiborne & Churchill Vinters You don't want to miss this exclusive opportunity to taste older vintages of limited production wines. limited quantities of some vintages will be available for purchase. rsvP 805-544-4066, www.claibornechurchill.com. MARCH 7-11 San Luis Obispo International Film Festival The international Film Festival hosts visiting filmmakers to bring the best in landmark films and contemporary filmmaking to the beauty and hospitality of California's Central Coast. 805-546-3456, www.slofilmfest.org
Knights of Columbus Benefit Concert at Castoro Cellars

Come out and enjoy an evening of great music and support a fine organization! snap Jackson and the Knock on Wood Players create their own sound, a fresh, energetic blend of Bluegrass, americana, soul and old Time music. 7pm, $22. 805-238-0725, www.castorocellars.com. FEBRUARY 11
Bistro Concert: Steve Williams at Castoro Cellars

steve does a wide range of classic rock and ballads in his own smooth, wellhoned style and pulls it off so well that you may like his version better than the original! Bring a lunch, grab a bottle of Dam Fine Wine and enjoy a warm afternoon of cool-weather fun! Free, 1-4pm. 805-238-0725, www.castorocellars.com. MARCH 1 - APRIL 30
Black Tie Valentines in the Caves at Eberle Winery

eberle Winery welcomes Chef leonardo Curti and the team from his santa Ynez restaurant, Trattoria Grappolo. Chef Curti specializes in italian regional food. $150/pp/$120 Cellar Club members. rsvP 805-238-9607, www.eberlewinery.com. FEBRUARY 11
Art Show at Castoro Cellars

expressionist nature painter maeve Croghan has a unique interpretation of the traditional subject of nature painting. Her love of the land, and now her connection to the magnificent beauty of California, is expressed through her energetic, color-filled paintings. 805-238-0725, www.castorocellars.com. MARCH 3
Indoor Concert at Castoro Cellars

sloFolks and Castoro Cellars present a night of varied and innovative folk banjo with musician Jayme stone. Jayme's music can best be described as "what the future of the banjo looks like." $20, 7:30pm. 805-238-0725, www.castorocellars.com MARCH 10
Valentines Dinner at Calcareous Vineyard

Wine and dine with your sweetheart for valentine's weekend. enjoy a decadent four course meal paired with fabulous wines. 6:30pm, $90pp/$70 Wine Club. rsvP, 805-239-0289, www.calcareous.com FEBRUARY 11
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LOMPOC/BUELLTON
ONGOING FRIDAYS Olde Towne Market in Lompoc Food wine & music in the summer months 805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com FIRST THURSDAY Wine & Culture in the Ghetto Flying Goat Cellars co-owners Norm Yost and Kate Griffith host these events to introduce locals to the wine community. 4:30-6:30pm, 805-737-GoaT
Farmer's Market to Table with Chef Maegen Loring & Niner Wines
Join Niner and Chef maegen loring of the Neon Carrot as they journey to the Templeton Farmers market. Chef maegen loring will walk you through the market and teach you how to hand-pick the best local produce. afterwards, spend the rest of the morning in a hands-on Cooking Class and sit down to an intimate family-style meal. 9am, $110pp, ClUB 9 and ClUB 9 onyx discounts apply. rsvP, 805.239.2233 ext 11, www.ninerwine.com FEBRUARY 11 Opolo Valentines Day Winemakers Dinner Join opolo for a delicious multiple course meal paired with opolo wines. Great live music, dancing and amazing fun! 6:30-9pm. $110/$90 non-member, space is limited. 805-238-9593, www.opolo.com FEBRUARY 11 Sax in the Vineyard with Edward Sellers They will provide a rustic picnic, a bottle of wine, two glasses, a blanket and their vineyard. stroll through the vineyard to find the perfect location for your romantic lunch. The sound of scott liddis saxophone will waft through the vines and serenade you. $65/$55 club members. rsvP, 805-239-8915, www.edwardsellers.com FEBRUARY 14
Spring Brunch 101 with Chef Andre Averseng & Niner Wines
learn how to poach the perfect egg, prepare a delicious hollandaise sauce, craft the perfect fruit crepe, cranberry scones, crab cakes and accompanying lemon aioli sauce. afterwards, you will adjourn for a seated meal to relish in your freshly prepared brunch items. $65pp, ClUB 9 and ClUB 9 onyx discounts apply, 11am-2pm. rsvP, 805.239.2233 ext 11, www.ninerwine.com
PISMO BEACH/SHELL BEACH

ONGOING SUNDAYS Shell Beach Farmers Market Featuring products such as fresh produce, flowers, jams, dried fruits, artisan vinegars, grown by local farmers. a variety of other products, including family fun. 9am-1pm, Dinosaur Caves Park, shellbeachfarmersmarket@yahoo.com 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, 805-773-9463, www.pismobeachwinery.com MARCH 25 Pacific Breeze Concert at the Dinosaur Caves Free, 1pm-4pm, 805-773-7063, www.classiccalifornia.com
LOS OLIVOS/FOXEN CANYON

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Evening with the Winemaker at Los Olivos Cafe $15, 5-6pm, 805-688-7265, www.losolivoscafe.com ONGOING SATURDAYS Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting enjoy delicious organic tastings. 11am-5pm daily, $3 805-693-1600, www.globalgardensgifts.com
SANTA BARBARA
ONGOING SUNDAYS Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show For 44 years featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry with 200+ artists and craftsman. east Beach Pier, 10amdusk, 805-897-1982, www.sbaacs.com ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting at East Beach Wine Hosted by a winemaker, winery owner or wine broker. 8 -10 wines to taste. 4-7pm, contact for current host listing, 805-691-1020, www.eastbeachwine.com ONGOING University of California, Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures Check their website for events. 805-893-3535, www.arts&lectures.ucsb.edu ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Downtown Walking Tours Guided stroll - experience santa Barbaras past. saturday walking tours near the City Hall steps facing de la Guerra Plaza and sunday tours near the entrance of the Public library on anapamu street. 10am, $10 donation No strollers, young children or dogs, info@afsb.org, 805-965-6307 ONGOING Ty Warner Sea Center explore creatures of the sea at santa Barbara museum of Natural History stearns Wharf, www.sbnature.org/seacenter
Un Noche de Amor, Valentine's Dinner at Robert Hall Winery

spend valentine's with a spanish evening of love. Tapas and flamenco dancing. 7-10pm. $95/$85 for members. 805-239-1616x24, www.roberthallwinery.com FEBRUARY 18-19
SAN LUIS OBISPO

ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Zoo to You Wine Safari

Join the Highway 46 West Wineries for a Wine safari. With your ticket you will receive free tastings at any of the 14 participating wineries and visit with a wild animal at each winery. $21.99pp ($20 of every ticket going to zoo to You!). www.brownpapertickets.com FEBRUARY 19 2012 Paso Robles Rhone Rangers Experience at Windfall Farms Join the 45+ members of the Paso robles Chapter of the rhone rangers for a day in Paso robles Wine Country with some of americas leading producers of rhone varietals. This fun-filled and information-rich day will include a rhone essentials seminar, vintners lunch, Grand Tasting and silent auction. 10:30am-4pm, $75/$25 for just the Grand Tasting, www.rhonerangers.org.
Master the Art of Wine and Cheese at Tolosa Winery

Four cheeses are served using only artisan and/or farmstead products. Wine is paired with each cheese, utilizing the principles of balance and harmony. 11am-4pm, rsvP, 805-782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com ONGOING Hearst Castle Tours led by an experienced guide, tour Hearst Castle and encounter first-hand the majesty and beauty of this historical treasure. 800-444-4445, www.hearstcastle.org ONGOING The San Luis Obispo Art Center Permanent collection & constantly rotating exhibits of works by local artists in all media paintings, sculpture, photography & more. 11am-5pm daily except Tuesdays, 805-543-8562, www.sloartcenter.org
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ONGOING Lectures & Readings at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum santa Barbara, 805-962-8404, www.sbmm.org ONGOING Downtown Santa Barbara various venues for art exhibits, cultural events & fine wine tasting, plus festival and holiday events, 805-962-2098, www.santabarbaradowntown.com ONGOING Santa Barbara Museum of Art Check site for hours and exhibits. 805-963-4364, www.sbma.net ONGOING Cest Cheese stop for lunch, wine, cheese and chocolate. Theyre starting to ramp up their selection, bringing in new and delicious cheeses, wines and various treats for all to enjoy. 825 santa Barbara street, 805-965-0318 ONGOING CAMA International Series at The Granada Features celebrated orchestras, conductors and soloists from around the world. 805-966-4324, www.camasb.org ONGOING CAMA Masterseries at the Lobero Presents concerts by some of today's leading chamber musicians. 805-966-4324, www.camasb.org ONGOING SATURDAY & SUNDAY Live Music at Oreana Winery Wine tasting and wine by the glass, 2-5pm, www.oreanawinery.com ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 29 Patrick Turner Quiet Light Photography Exhibit The architectural Foundation of santa Barbara is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of photographs by Patrick Turner. a 1st Thursday reception will be held on February 2nd from 5-8 pm, in collaboration with the santa Barbara Downtown organization. Tues-Fri 9am-2pm or by appt. 805-965-6307, www.afsb.org FEBRUARY 11 American Riviera Wine Auction & Dinner Black-tie gala at the Coral Casino in santa Barbara to benefit Direct relief international. Plan to join us for a silent and live auction hosted by Billy Baldwin and wine dinner created by Chef Bradley ogden. www.sbcountywine.com FEBRUARY 11-12 Wine Library Tasting & Warehouse Sale at Claiborne & Churchill Vintners You don't want to miss this exclusive opportunity to taste older vintages of limited production wines. limited quantities of some vintages will be available for purchase. 805-544-4066, www.claibornechurchill.com MARCH 2 - 3 World of Pinot Noir The World of Pinot Noir (WoPN) brings Pinot Noir producers from the most exceptional and unique regions in the world together with Pinot Noir enthusiasts for a weekend of celebration and education at the edge of California's beautiful Central Coast. The two-day event features many wineries from santa Barbara County and includes grand tastings, gala dinners, educational seminars and Pinot adventure Camp. www.wopn.com 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. We also feature traditional breakfast fare, many side dishes and an elaborate and delicious dessert station. $21.95 adults/$18.95 seniors/$12.95 children. 10am-2pm. 805-928-7777, www.santamariainn.com ONGOING Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm visit solvang horse farm with beautiful views. They do not offer petting pens or rides in the cart but you are able to get up close and personal with the miniature horse.10am3pm, 805-686-4002, http://www.syv.com/qsminis/ ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Solvang Farmers Market Fresh produce, flowers & foods, on First street, between mission Drive and Copenhagen, 4-7pm, 805-962-5354, www.sbfarmersmarket.org ONGOING Elverhoj Museum of History & Art showcases solvangs rich cultural history. Former residence of one of solvang's most artistic families, now a community museum devoted to the history of solvang, the colorful heritage and pioneer spirit of Denmark and the arts. 1-4pm, Wed-Thu, 12-4pm, Fri-sun, 805-686-1211, www.elverhoj.org ONGOING Hans Christian Andersen Museum Honoring the multi-talented Danish father of the modern fairy tale, is filled with copies of andersens books, sketches, paper cutouts, silhouettes and collages. 10am-5pm daily, www.solvangusa.com ONGOING Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum Houses a collection of vintage and rare motorcycles as well as european race bikes. The museum rotates some of the bikes each month so that the bikes on display are constantly changing and expanding. Weekends 11am-5pm and by appointment mid-week. 805-686-9522, www.motosolvang.com ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAY UNTIL APRIL 18 Solvang Third Wednesday Wine Walk enjoy wine tasting while strolling through the village of solvang. most wine tasting rooms offer special discounts to Wine Walk participants on wine & merchandise. $20 per person (cash only please) includes a solvang Third Wednesday logo glass, map and tasting at 5 places of your choice. Tickets available at The olive House, sort This out Cellars or Wandering Dog Wine Bar. 3-7pm. www.solvang3rdwednesday.com MARCH 16-18 Taste of Solvang scrumptious Dessert reception & live music , Walking smorgaasbord, free tours mission santa ines & elverhoj museum of History & art. savor the Wine Tasting room Walk. www.visitthesantaynezvalley.com
SANTA YNEZ
ONGOING THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS Dancing at Maverick Saloon Dance lessons, live country western or rock & roll. 6:45pm, check web for schedule of entertainers. 805-686-4785, www.mavericksaloon.org ONGOING Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum & Parks - Janeway Carriage House exhibits from Chumash period through early 20th century ranch day, 12-4pm 805-688-7889, www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org ONGOING Chumash Casino Concerts For schedules & information, 800-585-3737, www.chumashcasino.com ONGOING Cachuma Lake Recreation Area Activities santa Ynez Park, $8 per vehicle, 805-686-5050 , www.cachuma.com Fri-sun: Wildlife Nature Cruises aboard the 45-passenger pontoon boat "osprey" featuring 2-hour tour with naturalist. Call for schedule & fees. sat: 10-11:30am. Naturalists and volunteers lead a 1-mile walk on the oak Canyon Trail for all ages. Free with park admission. sat: 12:30-1:30pm; Junior Park rangers Program (ages 3-12) $2/child ONGOING Art at Artiste Winery each quarter, artiste releases two new wines with impressionist painted labels from the brushes of their featured artist. 805-686-2626 www.artiste.com ONGOING Glider Rides at the Airport santa Ynez, 805-688-2517, www.gliderides.com FEBRUARY 11 A Wine Fantasy in February Come celebrate a romantic weekend of relaxation and wine tasting in the beautiful santa Ynez valley. Tickets for the passport event include tasting at all 12 wineries, hors doeuvres and a Wine Country logo glass. each of the participating wineries will also honor free wine tasting on the following sunday, when the logo glass is presented. $35 per person. www.santaynezwinecountry.com
VENTURA COUNTY
ONGOING SATURDAY Herzog Saturday Nights Wine by the glass, artisan cheeses, live music and more! 6:30pm 805-983-1560, www.herzogwinecellars.com. FEBRUARY 1 Beckeys Wine Basics at Herzog Wine Cellars savor: Pairing food and wine. explore a world of flavors with Tasting room sommelier, Beckey richards. Join them for a small and intimate session that will enhance your wine experience! 7pm, $15/$10 club members. rsvP, 805-983-1560, www.herzogwinecellars.com.
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Wandering Dog Wine Bar presents Blind Tasting Thursday

Challenge your palate and learn about wine at the same time! every week features different varietals, regions, etc. No reservations required. 4-7pm, $15 must be 21, 805-686-9126, www.wanderingdogwinebar.com ONGOING EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY
Live Music in the Tasting Room at Sort This Out Cellars

Keep a lookout for special band performances that you won't want to miss! 805-688-1717, www.sortthisoutcellars.com ONGOING FIRST SATURDAYS
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SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON

ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum lots of fun including a train simulator exhibit. 1-4:30pm 805-714-4927, www.smvrhm.org/museum ONGOING
Nate Latta and His Rockabilly Revue at Sort This out Cellars
an evening of Hootenanny proportions (at least what they can fit into a 10x10 corner of the tasting room). Come out for some uninhibited musical fun and enjoy wine specials and giveaways. www.sortthisoutcellars.com ONGOING
Friday Night Wine Down at Costa de Oro

Great way to start your weekend! enjoy live music, wine tasting and cheese plates. 4:30-7:30pm, 805-922-1468, www.cdowinery.com
Tuesday Evening Wine Classes at Wandering Dog

6-7:30pm, $35, $25/Wine society & industry, unless otherwise noted. rsvP, 805.686.9126, wines@wanderingdogwinebar.com
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Adelaida Cellars Paso Robles Daily 10-5 5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 805 239-8980 X Alta Colina Paso Robles 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805 227-4191 AmByth Estate Templeton 510 Sequoia Lane; 805 305-9497 Ancient Peaks Santa Margarita 22720 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 739 12th St; 877-759-WINE Asuncion Ridge Paso Robles 729 13th Street; 805 237-3780 August Ridge Creston 8790 E. Highway 41; 805 239-2455 B & E Vineyards Paso Robles 10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815 Barrel 27 Wine Co Paso Robles 2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-237-1245 Bassetti Vineyards Cambria 1191 N. Green Valley Rd; 805-927-1925 Bear Cave Cellars Paso Robles 840 13th Street, Suite G ; 805-238-4329 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; 805 400-0451 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 Broken Earth Paso Robles 5625 Hwy 46E; 805 239-2562 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 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 Fr-Su 11-5 or By Appt Daily 11-5 By Appt Daily 12-5 Fr-Su 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 Fri-Mon 10-6 Tue-Thu 10-5 Daily 11-5 Fr-Su 11-4:30 or by appt Daily 11-5 Fri-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 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
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 Christian Lazo Paso Robles 840 13th St, Suite F; 805 226-8820 Chronic Cellars Paso Robles 2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 237-7848 Chumeia Vineyards Paso Robles 8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 Fr-Su 11-5 Sat-Sun 12-5 Daily 11- 5 Thu-Mon 12-7 Sat 10-7 or by appt Daily 11:30-5:30 Daily 10-5
EOS ESTATE WINERY Paso Robles Daily 2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 11-5 FS Cellars Paso Robles 1337 Vendels Circle; 805-226-8989 Falcon Nest Winery Paso Robles 5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 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 FS Cellars Paso Robles 1337 Vendels Circle; 805-226-8989 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 Thu-Sun 11-6 Daily 10-7:30 By Appt By Appt By Appt Thu-Sun 11-6 By Appt By Appt By Appt Daily 11-5:30
Cinquain Cellars San Miguel By apt 6404 Independence Ranch Pl; 805 400-5978 Clautiere Vineyard Paso Robles 1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 Clavo Cellars Templeton 315 South Main St; 805-226-0174 Daily 12-5 Daily 12-5
CLAYHOUSE WINES Paso Robles Daily 849 13th St; 805 238-7055 11-6 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 Thu-Mon 11-5 Daily 11-6 Thu-Mon 11-6 Daily 11-5 Fr-Su 10:30-5
HALTER RANCH VNYD Paso Robles Daily 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 HammerSky Vineyards Paso Robles Fr-Su 7725 Vineyard Drive; 949 338-7813 By Appt Hansen Vineyard Templeton 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 Fr-Sun 11-5
Denner Vineyards & Winery Paso Robles 5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 Daily 11-5 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 Fr-Mo 11-5 Daily 10-5:30 By Appt
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 Tue-Sun 11-5 Daily 10-5
Donati Family Vnyd Templeton Daily 10-5 Corner of 46 West & Vineyard Dr; 805-238-0676 Donatoni Winery Paso Robles 3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Dover Canyon Winery Paso Robles 4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 Sa-Su 12-5 Or By Appt Th-Su 11-5
Herman Story Wines Paso Robles Thu-Sun 11-4 1227 Paso Robles St; 949 237-2400 or by appt Hidden Oak Templeton 4671 South El Pomar; 805 237-9315 Hope Family Wines Paso Robles 1585 Live Oak Road; 805 238-4112 Fr-Sun 11-5 Fr-Sa 10-4
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Nadeau Family Vintners Paso Robles Fr-Su 3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 12-5 NINER WINE ESTATE Paso Robles Daily 2400 Highway 46 West; 805-239-2233 10-5 Norman Vineyards Paso Robles 7450 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0138 Opolo Vineyards Paso Robles 7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 ORCHID HILL VNYD 1140 Pine St, Paso Robles; 805-237-7525 Oso Libre Winery Paso Robles 7383 Vineyard Dr; 805 238-3378 Daily 11-5 Daily 10-5 Daily 12-6 Wed-Mon 11-5
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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 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 Rancy Rd; 805 226-2022 Sculpterra Paso Robles 5015 Linne Road, 805-226-8881
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Paso Port Wine Co in Steinbeck Vnyds Thu-Mon 5940 Union Rd, Paso Robles; 805 239-2229 11-5 PASO WINE CENTRE Paso Robles Tue-Thu 4-9 1240 Park Street; 805 239-9156 Fri-Sat 1-9, Sun 1-7 PARRISH FAMILY Paso Robles 1220 Park St; 805 286-4028 Peachy Canyon Winery 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 Thu-Mon 12-6 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Thu-Sun 11-5 By Appt Sun-Thurs 12-6 Fri-Sat 11-7 X Th-Mo 11-5
Sextant Wines Paso Robles Fri-Mon 3502 Dry Creek Rd, #B9-11; 805 542-0133 12-5
SILVER HORSE WINERY 2995 Pleasant road, san miguel 805-467-WiNe open Friday-sunday 11-5 or by appointment
Come see what everyone is talking about!
Shale Oak Winery Paso Robles 3235 Oakdale Rd, 805-239-4800
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Lago Giuseppe Templeton 8345 Green Valley Rd, 46 W; 805-237-7300 Laraneta Vynds Templeton 2602 Templeton Rd, 46 W; 805 434-5090 Le Cuvier Paso Robles 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805 549-4764 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
Sharps Hill Poured at Vinoteca, Paso Robles 835 12th St; 805 227-7154 Mo-Th 4-9, Fri & Sa 4-11 Skyhawk Lane & Red Poets Cambria Thu-Tue 821 Cornwall St; 805 350-5049 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 Starr-Ranch Paso Robles 9320 Chimney Rock Rd; 805 227-0144 Steinbeck Paso Robles 5940 Union Rd; 805 238-1854 Fr-Sa 11-5 Su 12-5 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-6 By Appt Fri-Sun 11-5
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; 805-286-7172 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 Th-Mo 11-5 Fr-Su 12-5 Fr-Su 11-5 Thu-Mon 11-5 Sat-Sun 11-5
Loma Linda Vineyards Paso Robles By 5155 Rancho La Loma Linda Dr: 805 227-7172Appt Lone Madrone Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 Maloy ONeill Paso Robles 5725 Union Rd; 805 238-6430 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 10-5
Stephens Cellar tasted at Lone Madrone Daily 2485 Hwy 46 West, Paso Robles; 805-238-2412 10:30-5 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 Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 10-6 Daily 10-5 Fri-Sun 12-5 X
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 By Appt Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Fri-Mon 12-5 By Appt Daily Win 10-5 Sum 10-6 X
Meritage Wine Tasting Paso Robles Sun 12-5 X 810 11th St; 805 238-9456 Mon-Thu 12-8, Fri-Sat 12-11 Midnight Cellars Paso Robles 2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 Minassian-Young Paso Robles 4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571 Mitchella Vineyard Paso Robles 2525 Mitchella Ranch Way; 805 239-8555 MONDO CELLARS Paso Robles 3260 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805 226-2925 Moonstone Cellars Cambria 801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466 Win Daily 10-5 Sum Daily 10-5:30 Thu-Su 11-5 Fr-Su 12-5 or by appt Daily 11-6 Daily 11-5 X X X X X X
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Addamo Estate Vnyds Orcutt 400 E. Clark Ave; 805-937-6400 ANDREW MURRAY Los Olivos 5095 Zaca Station Rd; 805 686-9604 Bedford Los Alamos 448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 Cambria Winery Santa Maria 5475 Chardonnay Lane; 805 938-7318 Tue-Sat 11-9 Sat-Sun 11-4 Daily 11-5 Daily 10-5 X X X X X 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 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 11-5 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-5:30 X Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 11-5
VENTEUX VINEYARDS Templeton Daily 1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127 10-5 Veris Cellars Templeton 1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 Win 11-5 Sum 11-6 X
Via Vega Vnyd & Winery Paso Robles Fr-Sa 11-5 2378 Adobe Rd; 805-423-2190 or By Appt Victor Hugo Winery Templeton 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 Villicana Winery Paso Robles 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 Villa Creek Cellars Paso Robles 5995 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 238-7145 Villa San Juliette San Miguel 6385 Cross Canyon Rd; 805 550-0522
VINA ROBLES Paso Robles
Core Wine Orcutt Wed 1-5, Thu 4-5, Fri 1-8, Sat 12-6 145 S. Gray Street, Ste 103; 805 937-1600 Sun 12-5 X COSTA DE ORO Santa Maria 1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 Open daily 11-6 Fri till 8 X
By Appt Th-Su 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 or by appt X By Appt 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
Margerum Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10
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Monterey Street Wine Co San Luis Obispo 1255 Monterey St; 805-541-1255 Tue-Wed 1:30-7, Thu-Sat 1:30-9 X X X X X X X X X X X X X Morovino Avila Beach Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu 12-5 76 Landing Passage; 805-627-1443 Fri-Sat 12-6 X X NADIA Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 Daily 11-5 X X X X X X X
open daily 10am-5pm 3940 Dominion road, santa maria 805 937-8463
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 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 X X X X X X X X X X X X
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
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PER BACCO CELLARS San Luis Obispo 1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485 Daily 11-5 X Phantom Rivers Arroyo Grande 211 E. Branch St; 805-481-WINE Sun-Thu 12-5 Fri 12-9, Sat 12-7 By Appt Daily 12-5
Westburg Cellars Paso Robles 3rd weekend 12-4 3180 Willow Creek Rd; 805 238-9321 or by appt Whalebone Vineyard Paso Robles Mon-Fri 11-5 8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 Sat-Sun 10-5:30 Wild Coyote Winery Paso Robles 3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 Daily 11-5
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
FIRESTONE VNYDS Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 Daily 11-5 X Foxen Vineyard Santa Maria 7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251 Daily 11-4
Pithy Little Wine Co San Luis Obispo Th-Sa 12-9 1037 Chorro St; 805 546-1059 Su 12-5,Mo-We 12-6 Rancho Arroyo Grande Arroyo Grande 1st Sat 591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 11-5 SALISBURY VNYDS Avila Valley Fri-Sun 11-6 6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE Mon-Thu 12-6 Saucelito Canyon San Luis Obispo 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 Daily 10-5
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 Daily 10-5 By Appt By Appt Fri-Sun 11-6 Or by appt
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 ALAPAY CELLARS Avila Beach 415 First St; 805-595-2632 Autry Cellars San Luis Obispo 835 Capitolio Way, #3; 805-546-8669 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 Daily 10:30-6 Fri-Sun 11-6
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La Fentre Santa Maria 2717 Aviation Way; 310-977-5615 Martian Ranch Los Alamos 8900 Alisos Canyon Rd; 310-804-1292 McKeon-Philips Santa Maria 2115 S Blosser Rd, #114; 805-928-3025
Sextant Wines/10knot Cellars SLO Mon-Fri 10-4 1653 Old Price Cnyn Rd; 866-833-WINE Sat-Sun 10-5 Stephen Ross San Luis Obispo 178 Suburban Rd; 805-594-1318 Thur-Sun 11-5 X
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Ovene Winery Santa Maria (Tasting Room: See Solvang) 2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt Presquile Wine Santa Maria 2540 E. Clark Ave; 805 363-1966 By Appt
TALLEY VNYDS Arroyo Grande 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Daily 10:30-4:30 Tangent Vnyds San Luis Obispo 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 Daily 10-5
Rancho Sisquoc Winery 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 Daily 10-4 Sat-Sun 11:30-5 By Appt By Appt
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 Obispo 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 BARNWOOD Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE BISHOPS PEAK Arroyo Grande 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 10-4:30
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
William James Pismo Beach at Taste of the Valleys 911A Price Street; 805-773-8466 Su-Th 12-9, Fr-Sa 12-10
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Torrettis Family Santa Maria 2108 Quail Canyon Rd; 805-714-0622 Tres Hermanas Winery Santa Maria 9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451
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Fontes & Phillips Los Olivos 2362 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805 688-2200
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Dierberg Estate/Star Lane Lompoc 1280 Drum Canyon Rd; 866-652-8430 Daily 11-5
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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
Wine Country Orcutt Thu-Sat 1-8 130 N. Broadway St, Ste A; 805-688-9339 Sun 1-6 Zaca Mesa Los Olivos Daily 10-4 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 Sum Fri-Sat till 5
EVENING LAND VNYDS Lompoc Fri-Sun 1503 Chestnut Ave; 805 736-9596 11-5 X FIGUEROA MTN BREWERY Lompoc Fr 4-8 45 Industrial Way; 805 694-2252 Sa 11-8, Su 12-5 or By Appt X Fiddlehead Cellars Lompoc Thur-Sun 1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 805 742-0204 11-4 X 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 Daily 10-5 By Appt X X X
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Alexander & Wayne Los Olivos 2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 Daily 11-6 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
LOS OLIVOS Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-5 Pacific Ridge Vineyards Los Olivos 2890 Grand Avenue; 805-688-1737 Daily 11-6
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
QUP WINE at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2963 Grand Ave, Ste B; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5 Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez 4000 W. Oak Trail Rd; 805 688-7245 Saarloos & Sons Los Olivos 2971 Grand Ave; 805 688-1200 By Appt Daily 11-6
Hitching Post Wines at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton 406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X Huber Cellars Lompoc 4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 JALAMA WINES Lompoc 308 North 9th St, C; 805-735-8937 JOSEPH BLAIR Lompoc 1509 E Chestnut Ave; 805-735-8937 Ken Brown Wines Buellton 70 Industrial Way; 805-448-3791 Lafond Vineyard Buellton 6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 LA VIE VNYDS Lompoc 308 North 9th Street, D ; 805 291-2111 Longoria Wines Lompoc 1700 Industrial Way, A; 805 759-4637 LORING WINE CO Lompoc 1591 E. Chestnut Ave; 805 742-0478 Melville Vineyard Lompoc 5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 Mosby Winery Buellton 9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 Fri-Sun 11-5 & By Appt Fri-Sun 12-5 & By Appt Fri-Sun 12-5 & By Appt By Appt Daily 10-5 Fri-Sun 11-5 Sat & Sun 11-4 Fri-Sun 12-5 Daily 11-4 Mon-Fri 10-4 Sa-Su 10-5 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Scott Cellars Los Olivos Wed-Mon 2933 San Marcos Ave, #101; 805 686-5450 11-5 STOLPMAN VNYDS Los Olivos 2434 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-688-0400 Tensley/Lea Wines Los Olivos 2900 Grand Ave, Suite B ; 805-688-6761 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-5
Tercero Wines Los Olivos Mon-Fri 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave, Ste 104; 805-245-9584 12-5 TESSA MARIE poured at E&T Wines Thur-Mon 2901C Grand Ave, Los Olivos; 866-688-6081 11:30- 5 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 COGHLAN VNYD Los Olivos 2366 Alamo Pintado; 805-686-2395 Consilience Los Olivos 2923 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 Coquelicot Los Olivos 2884 Grand Ave; 805-688-1500 Daniel Gehrs Winery Los Olivos 2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 DRAGONETTE Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-693-0077 Epiphany Cellars Los Olivos 2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 E&T WINES Los Olivos 2901C Grand Ave; 866-688-6081 Evans Ranch Los Olivos 2901 Grand Ave; 805 688-0558 FIRESTONE VNYD Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Thurs-Mon 11-5 Daily 11-5 Daily 11-5 Sat 10-5 Daily 10-6 Win till 5 Thu-Mon 11-5 Daily 11- 5:30 Thur-Mon 11:30- 5 Daily 10-5 Daily 10-5
Verdad & Ethan at Qup Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2963 B Grand Ave; 805-686-4200 Daily 11-5
L O M P O C / B U E L LT O N
Alma Rosa Buellton 7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090 Ampelos Cellars Lompoc 312 N 9th Street, 805-736-9957 Arcadian Winery Lompoc 312 N 9th Street, 805-736-9957 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 Daily 11-4:30 Thur-Sun 11-5 Mon-Thur 11-4:30 Fri-Sun 11-6 Thur-Sun 11-8 X Sum 10:30-5 Win 10:30-4 Fri-Sun 11-4 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
New Vineland/Pierdrassi Lompoc Fri-Sun 1501 E Chestnut Ave; 805 736-6784 12-5 Pali Wine Co. Lompoc Sat & Sun 11-4 1036 W Aviation Dr; 805 736-7200 Mon-Thu by appt PALMINA Lompoc Thur-Sat 11-5 1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 Sun-Mon 11-4 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 By Appt Fri-Mon 12-4 Fri-Sun 11-4 & by appt Sun-Thu 11-4 Fri-Sat 11-5
Casa Cassara Buellton Mon, Wed,Thu 12-6:30 291 Valley Station Dr; 805-688-8691 Fri-Sun 11-6:30 Clos Pepe at Taste of Sta Rita Hills Thu-Sun 1505 E. Chestnut Ave, Lompoc; 805 735-8774 11-5 Cold Heaven Cellars Buellton 92 Second Street, A; 805 686-1343 DAlfonso Curran Lompoc 4457 Santa Rosa Rd, 805 739-WINE DVine Lompoc 107 Ocean Ave; 805 735-8771 Fri-Mon 12-5 By Appt
Stolpman Vineyards Lompoc Fri-Sun 5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 11-5 Sweeny Canyon Buellton By 805-688-2415 Appt TASTE OF STA RITA HILLS Lompoc Thu-Sun 1505 E Chestnut Ave; 805 735-8774 11-5 Thorne Wines Buellton, poured at Avant 35 Industrial Way; 805 686-0911 Transcendeance Lompoc 313 North F Street; 805-689-5258 Thur-Sun 11-8 X Fri-Sun 11-4
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ZOTOVICH Lompoc Thur-Sun 1500 E Chestnut Ct, Ste D; 805 736-1600 10-5
Happy Canyon Vnyds Santa Ynez 805-686-0850 Harrison Clarke Santa Ynez 805-892-9711
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Summerland Summerland 2330 Lillie Ave; 805-565-WINE Whitcraft Winery Santa Barbara 36A S. Calle Cesar Chavez; 805-730-1680
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Au Bon Climat at Taste of the Valleys 1672 Mission Drive; 805 937-9801 Su-Th 12-9 Fr-Sa 12-10 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Baehner-Fournier Vineyard tasted at Wandering Dog 1539 Mission Dr, Solvang; 805-688-7118 Daily 11-7 Blackjack Ranch Solvang 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412 Buttonwood Farm Solvang 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd; 800-715-1404 CARIVINTAS WINERY Solvang 476 First St; 805 693-4331 Th-Mo 11-5 Daily 11-5 Sun-Wed 12-7 Thu-Sat 12-10
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
VENTURA COUNTY
Bella Victorian Vineyard Camarillo We-Th 11:30-7 2135 E. Ventura Blvd; 805-383-8800 Fr-Sat11:30-8, Su 11:30-4 Camarillo Custom Crush Camarillo 300 S. Lewis Rd, Ste C; 805-484-0597 Cantara Cellars Camarillo 126 N. Wood Rd, Ste 104; 805-484-9600 Casa Barranca Ojai 208 E. Ojai Ave; 805-640-1255 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
Wed, Thu, Sun 12-6 Fri, Sat 12-8 Mon-Thur 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-6:30 Sun-Thu 10:30-9 Fri 10:30-5 Sat-Sun 11-6 Daily 10-9 Daily 11-5 Fri-Sun 11-6 And By Appt
Dascomb Cellars Solvang Mon, Thu, Fri 2-7 1659 Copenhagen Dr, C; 805 691-9175 Sat-Sun 12-7 Gioia - Solvang 805 689-7219 Harrison Clarke Wine - Solvang 2825 Tapadero Rd; 805 686-0850 LINCOURT VINEYARDS Solvang 1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554 LIONS PEAK VNYDS Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 Lucas & Lewellen Solvang 1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 Mission Meadow Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr, 805 693-1344 Presidio Vineyard Solvang 1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 Rideau Vineyard Solvang 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 Royal Oaks Solvang 1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740 Rusack Vineyard Solvang 1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 Sevtap Winery Solvang 1576 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-9200 Shoestring Winery Solvang 800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 By Appt By Appt Daily 10-5 Mon-Thu 11-7 Fri-Sun 11-9 Daily 11-6 Mon-Thur 11-5:30 extended hrs wknds Daily 11-6 Daily 10:30-5 Daily 10-5 Daily 11-5 Thurs-Mon 10-6 Fr-Su 10-4
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Au Bon Climat Santa Barbara 813 Anacapa St; 805 966-9463 Carr Vineyards Santa Barbara 414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985 Daily Noon-6 Daily 11-6 Thu-Sat 11-8 X X X X X X X X
Magnavino Cellars Downtown Oxnard 961 N. Rice Ave; 805 938-2500 Ojai Beverage Co. & Tasting Rm Ojai 655 E. Ojai Ave; 805 646-1700 Old Creek Ranch Winery Ojai Valley 10024 Old Creek Rd; 805-649-4132 Rancho Ventavo Cellars Oxnard 741 South A Street, 805 483-8084
CONWAY FAMILY at Deep Sea Daily 11-7 217 G Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara; 805 618-1185 CORKS N CROWNS Santa Barbara 32 Anacapa St; 805-845-8600 Daily 11-6
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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 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
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