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All the energy of harvest is winding down, but dont let that fool
you, because wineries are gearing up for the fall season and the
holidays, which are just around the corner! In this months issue, let
the calendar be your guide for the Paso Robles Harvest Wine
Weekend; get ready for art exhibits and festivals; and explore some of
our favorite Paso Robles and Santa Barbara county wineries.
October is a festive month for Paso Robles wine country, as the
region celebrates the end of harvest season with its Annual Harvest
Wine Weekend (page 16 and page 38). For three fun-filled days,
wineries will invite guests into their tasting rooms, cellars and estate
vineyards for special tastings, tours and culinary treats. Participating
wineries host their own festivities, so check out the details in the
calendar and by visiting winery websites before setting out for your
adventure!
All October, Erin Hansoncontemporary Impressionist artist
will be showcasing her stunning artwork at Studios in the Park Art
Gallery in Paso Robles (page 22). Hansons life-long fascination with
art started as a child when she experimented with oils, acrylics,
watercolor, pastels, pen and ink, and life drawing. Be sure to stop by
Studios in the Park Art Gallery to catch her exhibit while its in town.
Santa Barbara wine country also celebrates the end of harvest with
their Celebration of Harvest, hosted by Santa Barbara Vintners on
October 9-12 (page 27). Enjoy food and wine tours, four-day
weekend wine tasting passes, a harvest dinner, a wine seminar and of
course, the epic grand tasting at Mission Santa Ins in Solvang.
Theres also Bubblyfest by the Sea, if Champagne and sparkling
wine is your beverage of choice! Taking place on October 1-4 in
Pismo Beach and for one special event at Laetitia Vineyard &
Winery in Arroyo Grande, Bubblyfest by the Sea offers guests the
chance to intimately explore the world of sparkling wine (page 21).
For winery destinations in Paso Robles, this month we guide you
to Donati Family Vineyards, celebrating harvest and their lovely
collection of wine (page 24); Clautiere Vineyard, offering an
unforgettable experience full of whimsical art and exquisite wines
(page 26); and Hunt Cellars, whose destiny became crafting
memorable wines in Paso Robles wine country (page 35).
In Santa Barbara County, dont miss our cover story on Qup
Wineswhere Winemaker Bob Lindquists commitment to cool
climate Syrah is downright admirable (page 20). Theres also the
incredible Talley Vineyards, featured on our cover corner, who not
only produces award-winning wines, but also possesses a strong
commitment to the local community (page 40).
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FEATURES
11 >> Solvangs Monthly Third Wednesday Gets Decidedly Dog-Friendly with
Wine, Wash & Wag Benefit for the Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society
13 >> [Link]: Feast on Santa Barbaras Month-Long
Culinary Celebration this October
15 >> Solvangs Wandering Dog Wine Bar Expands Private Label Wine Program
in Support of Local, Santa Barbara Wine Country Winemakers
20 >> QUP WINES
Qup is Way Cool
21 >> Bubblyfest by the Sea: October 1-4 in Pismo Beach

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22 >> ERIN HANSON

Seeing Imagination with a Contemporary Impressionist
24 >> DONATI FAMILY VINEYARDS
Celebrating Harvest
26 >> CLAUTIERE VINEYARD
An Experience You Wont Forget
27 >> Santa Barbara Vintners Celebration of Harvest
31 >> SLO Wine Country Unveils Six Themed Tasting Trails
35 >> HUNT CELLARS
The Destiny, Memorable Wines
38 >> Paso Robles Harvest Wine Weekend
40 >> TALLEY VINEYARDS
Award-Winning Wines & Commitment to the Community
42 >> CHAMISAL VINEYARDS
2013 Estate Chardonnay Paired with Arugula Pesto Pasta

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WINE REGIONS

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30 >> SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

Paso Robles Wineries Map, 36-37
Downtown Paso Robles, 36
San Luis Obispo Wineries Map, 3 1
West Side: Brecon Estate, 39
Avila Beach Wineries, 43
44 >> SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
Northern Santa Barbara County Wineries Map, 45
Buellton: Loring Wines, 48
Lompoc: Zotovich Estate & Vineyard, 49
Santa Maria: Original Roadhouse Grill, 50
Los Alamos: Bedford Winery, 51
Foxen Canyon: The Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, 52
Los Olivos: Lincourt Vineyards, 54;
J Ludlow Vineyard, 56; Larner Vineyard & Winery, 57
Solvang: Lucky Dogg Winery, 58
Santa Ynez: Rancho Olivos, 60
Santa Barbara: Corks n Crowns, 61
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6 3 VENTURA COUNTY
Ventura County Wineries Map, 63
Thousand Oaks: Alma Sol Winery, 64

REGULARS
1 2 >> WINEOLOGY By Len Napolitano
Are older wine vintages better than younger ones?

1 4 >> WINEGROWING DECISIONS By Josh Stein

Microclimates: How Location Impacts, Well, Everything!

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1 6 >> PASO ROBLES HARVEST WINE WEEKEND EVENTS

Paso Robles Area/San Luis Obispo County, 17
Santa Barbara County & Ventura County, 19
28 >> WINE COUNTRY DINING
Mistura Restauant, 29
34 >> SIX GREAT GLASSES ON THE CENTRAL COAST
66 >> WINERY LISTINGS
Paso Robles Area, 66
San Luis Obispo, 68
Santa Maria/Foxen Canyon, Los Alamos & Los Olivos, 68
Lompoc/Buellton & Solvang, 69
Santa Ynez, Santa Barbara & Ventura County, 70
>> SIGNATURE VARIETALS
San Luis Obispo County, 32
Santa Barbara County, 46
Ventura County, 63
70 >> WINE COUNTRY DEALS & DISCOUNTS
7 1 >> NORTHERN CALIFORNIA MAP

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October 21: Solvangs Monthly Third Wednesday

Gets Decidedly Dog-Friendly
with Wine, Wash & Wag Benefit for the Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society
The October edition of Solvangs monthly
Third Wednesdayto be held on October
21will welcome locals, visitors, and their
furry friends with an entire day for the dogs
in honor of Adopt-a-Dog Month. Solvang
Third Wednesday and the Lucas & Lewellen
Vineyards Tasting Room are partnering on a
special, day-long charity event, Wine, Wash
& Wag, to serve as a fundraiser for the Santa
Ynez Valley Humane Society.
The dog-friendly addition to Octobers
Solvang Third Wednesday joins the monthly
Third Wednesday deals at local merchants,
including boutiques of all sorts, restaurants
and gourmet food purveyors; the weekly
Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market;
Solvang Third Wednesday discounts at local
hotels; and the best way to take advantage of
it allthe popular Solvang Third Wednesday
Wine & Beer Walk.
Wine, Wash & Wag will entail three
separate, mobile pet grooming stations
strategically located in downtown Solvang,
with groomers on-hand from 12:00 to
7:00 p.m. for walk-up dog grooming
appointments (groomers will be available
from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. by appointment
only). Pams Pampered Pooches
(805-925-2468) will be parked near the
Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards Tasting Room
(1645 Copenhagen Drive), while Doggy Style
Mobile Grooming (805-748-1971) will be
located at Wandering Dog Wine Bar
(1539-C Mission Drive); a third groomer,
Bubble n Squeak Mobile Grooming
(805-729-7122), will be located at Royal
Oaks Winery (1582 Mission Drive).
All three of the mobile grooming stations,
as well as their respective host wine stops
the Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards and Toccata
Tasting Rooms, Wandering Dog Wine Bar,
Royal Oakswill donate a portion of their
sales on October 21 to the Santa Ynez Valley
Humane Society. Adding to the good will
towards dogs, many other Solvang
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including Carivints Winerys Tasting Room,
Cali Love Wine, The Good Life, Craft Beer &
Wine Cellar, the Olive House, Sevtap Winery
and Unique Bowtique.
In addition to mobile grooming options
for all October Third Wednesday-goers fourlegged friends, the Santa Ynez Valley
Humane Society will be hosting adopt-a-dog
stations scattered about Solvang, and will
also post collection stations for blankets,
sheets and towelsitems which are muchneeded at their facilities. More details may be
found on the Solvang Third Wednesday web
site, at [Link]/events.
Third Wednesday revelers looking for a
fun way to exercise their canine companions
may wish to partake in the Solvang Third
Wednesday Wine & Beer Walk, a monthly,
ticketed activity ($20/person) that runs from
3:00 to 7:00 p.m. every Third Wednesday.
The Solvang Third Wednesday Wine & Beer
Walk includes wine or beer tastings at five
venues of participants' choice, a logo glass,
and a map to guide tasters to crowd-pleasing
Solvang watering holes like Wandering Dog
Wine Bar; Sort This Out Cellars; The Good
Life, Craft Beer & Wine Cellar; Carivints
Winerys Tasting Room; Randys Taproom;
the Olive House; Casa Cassara Winery &
Vineyards Tasting Room; Dascomb Cellars;
Lions Peak Vineyards Tasting Room; Solvang
Brewing Company; Viking Garden Cellars;
the Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards and Toccata
Tasting Rooms; Royal Oaks Winery; Lucky
Dogg Winery and more.
Cash-only Wine & Beer Walk tickets may
be purchased on each Solvang Third
Wednesday at Wandering Dog Wine Bar
(1539-C Mission Drive), the Olive House
(1661 Mission Drive) and Sort This Out
Cellars (1636 Copenhagen Drive).
Third Wednesday guests looking for
more hands-on fun may join in a jewelrymaking class at Mies Beads (5:00 to
7:00 p.m., located at 1539-A Mission Drive;
805-686-8804)owned by local bead

enthusiast, Mie Hartmann. The Wildling

Museum (1511-B Mission Drive) will offer
free admission from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
allowing visitors to peruse the museums
multiple, new exhibits.
Guests left weary from their day of dogs,
wine, beer, strolling and shopping, may take
advantage of Third Wednesday deals at some
of Solvangs best hotels, like 20% off of their
qualifying night's stay.
Held the third Wednesday of every
month, Solvang Third Wednesday is a special
promotion in partnership with the Solvang
Chamber of Commerce, encouraging
California Central Coast visitors and locals to
Shop. Eat. Play. More than 60 shops,
restaurants, wine tasting rooms, activities,
and professional offices offer special sales and
discounts all day.
More information about Solvang Third
Wednesday, and a complete listing of
discount offers and events, is available at
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their Facebook and Twitter pages. Free
brochures are available at the Solvang
Visitors Center, located at 1639 Copenhagen
Drive. For further information, please
contact Anna Ferguson-Sparks, Stiletto
Marketing, at
1-877-327-2656 or via email at
info@[Link].
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Wineology

INTELLIGENCE FOR THE WINE CONSUMER

BY LEN NAPOLITANO

Are older wine vintages better than younger ones?

At an historic wine tasting at Niebaum-Coppola Winery,
hosted by film legend and winery owner, Francis Ford Coppola,
he poured estate Cabernet Sauvignon made under the original
Niebaum brand which later became the Inglenook brand
from before the time he purchased the winery, and after. He
served one wine from each of the eight decades of the wine
estates history, from the 1930s to the 2000s.
If I had scored the wines from outstanding down to good,
the results would not have followed a straight line starting with
the oldest and ending with the youngest. In other words, the
older vintages were not necessarily better than the younger ones.
Although every wine was compelling and had its own
personality, my favorites were scattered randomly throughout
the eight decades. Despite an expectation that older wines

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would be better, my favorite wine was among

the youngest in the group.
Studies have determined that 80% of wine is consumed
within 48 hours of purchase. So its not surprising that most
American wines are made to be consumed young within 1 to 2
years of the vintage and will not improve much with long-term
bottle aging. However, you can count on older red wines to have
more complexity and smoothness than younger vintages and
some of the older wines in my Coppola tasting did.
If you were to graph the change in red and white wines as
they age, it would rise gradually and reach a peak of overall
performance in some future year, and then start to curve
downward in subsequent years of declining performance. It is an
educated guess by winemakers and wine critics as to when that
peak will come for any given wine. This is why some people
purchase age-worthy wines by the case, store it for long-term,
and then open one bottle every few years to taste and
estimate when that aging curve will peak.
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This Years Perfect Pairing Theme Will Get Mouths Watering
Held from October 1-31, [Link] is a delectable month-long
celebration of Santa Barbara South Coasts culinary scene. Now in its
seventh year, [Link] showcases the bounty of Santa Barbaras
food, libations and culture through exclusive taste experiences, events
and unique restaurant, hotel and tasting room offerings. The program
ties together many of the regions most popular epicurean festivals,
including Santa Barbara Vintners Celebration of Harvest (October
9-12), the Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival (October 17) and
the Santa Barbara Beer Festival (October 17), kicking off early with
the California Lemon Festival (September 26-27).
In a signature [Link] event, celebrity chef Cat Cora (of Food
Networks Iron Chef America) will host the Quickfire Cooking
Challenge with Cat Cora 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 8 at
the Santa Barbara Public Market. Three contestants will face off using
ingredients from the markets purveyors to create up to three dishes,
which will be judged by the renowned chef. Co-presented by Visit
Santa Barbara and the Public Market, space is limited. Tickets are
$95, which includes kitchen seating, appetizers and wine, and can be
purchased beginning September 8 by calling (805) 770-7702.
This years [Link] theme is The Perfect Pairing. More than 55
participating South Coast businesses have created unique offerings
that feature paired components. Highlights include:
Food Anthropology: The History of Santa Barbara
as Told Through Food & Art (Ocober 23, $185)
Enjoy a four-course candle-lit meal in historic Santa Barbara
County Courthouses newly restored Mural Room while learning
about four pivotal moments in Santa Barbara history depicted on its
walls. Art and ingredients meld deliciously into one, as the menu,
prepared by Montecito Country Clubs Michael Blackwell, draws
inspiration from the mural. The event benefits Casa del Herrero, a
National Historic Landmark.
Tamales and Tequila Tasting:
"Secrets of a Tamale Chef" (October 25, $30)
In this special class held downtown, Chef-Owner Richard Lambert
of Santa Barbara Tamales To-Go teaches the techniques he uses to
make his award-winning tamales and salsas. Attendees are served
three samples, each paired with a variety of Tequila Alquimia, a
cognac-like sipping tequila.
On Edge Performance Festival:
Artist (Pool) Party & Brunch (October 17, $25)
Join the Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara in
celebrating the artists of the On Edge Festival poolside at the
Goodland Hotel in Goleta. Take part in a puppetry workshop, enjoy
great music by a DJ and indulge in delicious brunch bites by The
Outposts Chef Derek Simcik.

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Corks n' Kernels (Fridays through Sundays in October, $15)

Get ready for a rare flavor combination that really pops as Grassini
Family Vineyards pairs its Bordeaux-style wines with Santa Barbara
Popcorn Co.s popcorns at its downtown tasting room.
"Thyme & Energy" Bourbon and Jerky Pairing
at Ty Lounge (daily, $16)
Sip on a Lost Thyme Old-fashioned at Four Seasons Resort The
Biltmore Santa Barbaras Ty Lounge in Montecito, followed by the
perfect chaser house-cured beef jerky, marinated with hints of
orange, molasses garlic, chili and bourbon.
Farmers Market and Wine Tasting Tour
(Saturdays in October, $129)
Santa Barbara Adventure Co. combines wine tasting in the Funk
Zones Urban Wine Trail with a trip to the Santa Barbara Farmers
Market. Learn about the varieties and vintages of some of the countys
finest wines, along with local trivia and history. Along the way, youll
visit the farmers market, where your guides will pick up fresh
produce for a picnic lunch at the waterfront.
Jaffurs Big 3 and Small Plates (daily in October, $49)
Enjoy three exceptional wines from Jaffurs Wine Cellars paired
with small plates of surf, turf and vegetables at The Black Sheep
restaurant in downtown Santa Barbara.
Enchanted Getaway (daily in October, fee varies)
This getaway combines Santa Barbaras great food and wine with
the romance and seclusion of Belmond El Encanto. Enjoy complete
privacy in luxury accommodations while savoring a limited-edition,
[Link], prix-fixe menu with perfect wine pairings.
Hotel Indigo Care Package
Day to Night at Hotel Indigo offers guests a care package (Sundays
- Thursdays, $299) to explore Santa Barbaras daytime delights, from
the beach to the Museum of Contemporary Art, and end their perfect
day with wine tasting and a relaxing stay in a King guest room.
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Winegrowing Decisions

BY JOSH STEIN

Microclimates: How Location Impacts, Well, Everything!

Terroir. Its one of those words you hear used all the time, but no
one ever really stops to define their usage, and more than
sometimes, its used to cover up ignorance via pretense, which
drives me nuts. Terroir is easy enough to define: every decision
we make about location, varietal, trellising choices, amount of
irrigation, when and how we pick, when and how we ferment...
you get the idea, I hope; thats all terroir. Its simply the total
environment and the decisions about that environment, from
planting to grapegrowing through to picking and winemaking.
And it all starts with where you decide to grow your wines years
before there are even grapes.
What makes wine country, anyway? While its true you can
grow grapes just about anywhere you can get water and soil
together, that doesnt mean youll end up with wine-quality grapes
or fine wines when all is said and done. Napa was recognized
quite early on in its settlement for what makes it so special. Yes,
there is good heat from its north-south orientation, but it is also a
narrow valley to channel air flow, and it is close to the bay, which
is what allows for the forty- and fifty-degree diurnal temperature
swings which produce sun-soaked, fruit-laden red wines with
retained acidity, produced through cool nights. Equally, consider
Carneros and its sand and clay slopes so close to the bay. Coldclimate grapes like Chardonnay and Pinot Noir produce
scintillating wines precisely because of the locale, needing more
cold to show their best.
So, that naturally raises questions about location: which is better,
you want to know, valley floor, benchland, ocean-exposed or
hillsides, right? The answers depend on what you are trying to
grow, where you want to do so, and how expensive your end

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product needs to be for it to sell and pay the

bills. Access to the best grapes is often
really a question addessed by trade-offs in
the growers mind. Being on level ground, closer to transport
corridors and with a bountiful supply of grapes sounds ideal; level
ground often means drainage issues and the potential to overcrop,
car exhaust ends up on grape skins and thus impacts wine flavor
and grape quality varies quite a bit by location and varietalmost
of the Valley is planted to hardier red grapes for a reason. Even
there, though, there are exceptions as To Kalon, perhaps the
greatest and most reknowned of American vineyards, breaks most
of these rules in terms of location and drainage, accessibility and
crop loads.
Ultimately, the issue of micro-climate isnt just one of ocean
exposure, bay fogs or evening breezes. Its part of a complex
wrestling match in the winegrowers mind, balancing creative
desire, agricultural possibilities and economic reality. The next
time you stop in at a tasting room, ask more Why questions and
youll gain more insight into the philosophy behind whats in the
glass. Absolutely, that sensory experience is the whole point of
everything we do, but how we get there is often many opaque
years in the making unless folks go digging beyond the standard
taste descriptors. Trust me, you will appreciate what is in your
glass even more soenjoy!
Josh Stein has been in the Napa wine business for more than a dozen years, and, in addition
to being owner/winemaker of the Stein Family Wine Group, which produces a nationally and
internationally distributed portfolio of wine brands and donates a percentage of its sales, he
regularly consults for wineries and organizations throughout the North Bay and Coast via
their subsidiaries, Discrete Wine Support Services and Napa Valley Writing Services.

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Solvangs Wandering Dog Wine Bar

Expands Private Label Wine Program
in Support of Local, Santa Barbara
Wine Country Winemakers
Solvangs Wandering Dog Wine BarSanta Barbara Countys
longest operating and only Certified Green Business wine barhas
successfully expanded its private label wine program from four labels
to a current line-up of 14 wines, comprised of eight different, locallygrown varietals. Each of the 14 wines are made by local
winemakers/wineries, sourced from local vineyards, and each
winemaker/winery is listed on the respective bottle; every winemaker
is given full credit for the wines produced for Wandering Dog, in line
with the wine bars mission to support and foster local vintners
from those just budding to established makers and brands.
Wandering Dogs current releases include a sparkling (12
Bentleys Bubbles; Norm Yost, winemaker; Santa Maria Valley); 14
Grner Veltliner (Graham Tatomer, winemaker; Santa Ynez Valley);
13 Chardonnay (Kevin Law, winemaker; Santa Maria Valley); 14
Mazzey Viognier (Morgan Clendenon, winemaker; Santa Maria
Valley); 12 Paige Pinot Noir (Justin Willet, winemaker; La
Encantada Vineyard); 13 Leila Pinot Noir (Norm Yost, winemaker;
Rio Vista Vineyard); 13 No Leashes Pinot Noir (Doug Margerum,
winemaker; Sta. Rita Hills); 13 Super Tuscan (76% Sangiovese, 24%
Cabernet Sauvignon; Chris Ferrara, winemaker; Paso Robles); 13
Cabernet Sauvignon (Joshua Klapper, winemaker; Paso Robles); 12
Zinfandel (Janell Dusi, winemaker; Dante Dusi Vineyard, Paso
Robles); and 12 Lucy Petite Sirah (Mark Horvath, winemaker; Viejo
Vineyard, Ballard Canyon).
Over the course of its eight years, Wandering Dog Wine Bar has,
in addition to international imports, showcased wines from countless
winemakers whose own labels were too small to justify the expense
of a tasting room. As time passed, many of these producers expanded
into their own locations, clearing the way for Wandering Dog to
feature the next wave of winemaking superstars.
This cycle has been instrumental in our success, but has had the
side effect of ending professional relationships with winemakers who
are more than an account, they are our friends, said Wandering Dog
Wine Bars Director di Vino, Charles CT Williams.
Jody Williams, Wandering Dogs Events & Marketing Director,
added, Through a style of winemaking called ngociant, we are able
to bring in unique wines from some of our favorite producers, which
are not available anywhere else. Whether its a barrel blend produced
in partnership with the winemaker, or sourcing fruit from select
vineyards, or committing to a lot of wine that might not fit the profile
of a specific producer, we are fortunate enough to reunite with some
beloved wines from our past.
Wandering Dog Wine Bar first produced wines in this fashion
with a 2005 vintage created by Norm Yost of Flying Goat Cellars.

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Yosts Pinot Noir, produced for Wandering Dog from Rio Vista
Vineyard grapes, was affectionately named Leila, for CTs childhood
Newfoundland. Ever since, a good portion of Wandering Dogs
private label listing follows suit with names reflecting family canines
of past and present. Now, in 2015, Wandering Dog has burgeoned
beyond its Signature Series wines with its No Leashes program,
focusing on popular wineries from past wine lists.
As evident by the wine bars business name, and the tale behind its
multiple, dog-honoring wine labels, Wandering Dog Wine Bar is
dedicated to all things doggie. Wandering Dog is dog-friendly and
often hosts pet-related events and fundraisers, such as the upcoming
Pinot for Puppies on October 3a benefit for Shadows Funds Bright
Beginnings: Pit Bull Puppy Ambassador Program.
Family-owned and filled with eclectic adventurism, Wandering
Dog Wine Bar is known for carrying under-the-radar labels,
specializing in boutique wines. Wandering Dog Wine Bar offers a
dozen wine flights every day including everything from local
favorites, sparkling and sweet wines, to reserve flights featuring wines
that run $100+. For the beer connoisseur, Wandering Dog offers
bottles of domestic craft brews, and also has gourmet cheese and
charcuterie platters available in a variety of sizes, along with local
olives and fine chocolates.
Wandering Dog Wine Bars palate-picked wine menu
encompasses labels by artisan producers along the Central Coast and
wines from all over the world. The Bars knowledgeable staff
encourages guests to break out of their wine shell and try new wines,
some of which are sourced from unexpectedbut blossomingwine
regions, served with a healthy dose of friendly education in a relaxed
and comfortable, dog-friendly atmosphere.
Every Thursday, Wandering Dog Wine Bar hosts a locals-favorite
Blind Tasting, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., when guests are challenged to
match up regions, varietals, alcohol percentages, price points and
vintages of four featured red wines. They also feature Industry
Tuesdays, a wine-by-the-glass loyalty card program (buy 10 glasses,
get one free). Wandering Dog also arranges wine travel tours open to
its dedicated Wine Club Members and the general public.
Visit Wandering Dog Wine Bar in Solvang at 1539-C Mission
Drive. For more infromation, please call (805) 686-9126 or visit
[Link].
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OCTOBER 16

CASTORO CELLARS
Harvest Wine Weekend Kick-Off Celebration
Enjoy paella, paired perfectly with wine and local music by the Zongo All-Stars,
guaranteed to make you boogie the night away! Castoro will supply the grapes
and some delicious barrel samples so you can stomp and sip your way through
the night. Wear clothes youre ok with getting dirty. 6:15pm, $40
[Link]
>>>
OCTOBER 16

CALCAREOUS VINEYARD
Harvest Festival Weekend Tour & Tasting
Experience the winemaking facility and vineyards with one of Calcareous
friendly staff leading the way! After the tour, enjoy a selection of the current
releases and breathtaking views from Lloyd's Lookout of wine country. Tours
at 11:30am and 2pm, based on availability. Complimentary for Wine Club and
2 guests. $15 or upgrade to a VIP Tasting for $35. [Link]
<<<
OCTOBER 17

VINA ROBLES WINERY

Harvest Wine Weekend Annual Swiss Days & Grape Stomp
This is a joyous afternoon of taking in the beautiful wine country views as you
mash grapes underfoot and savor traditional Swiss food. Enjoy traditional Swiss
dishes such as Raclette, and Bratwurst paired with Vina Robles estate wines.
Guests are invited to participate in the grape stomp and imprint their feet on a
souvenir t-shirt to take home. Plenty of Swiss spirit will be in the air thanks to
the live melodies of accordionist Michael Gutin. Case specials and new releases
offered all weekend. $30, $25/Wine Club, 1-4pm
(Tasting Room open 10am-6pm), [Link]

OCTOBER 16

EBERLE WINERY
Harvest Festival Dinner
Eberle will be hosting a delicious winemaker dinner in the Wild Boar Room in
the wine caves. With a dynamic menu reflecting the region's local
abundance, Thomas Hill Organics Bistro & Wine Lounge will be treating guests
to appetizers and a delicious four-course meal. RSVP by calling
805-238-9607. 6:30pm, $150, $120/Wine Club, [Link]

>>>
OCTOBER 16-18

PELLETIERE ESTATE
Harvest Wine Weekend
On Friday, enjoy live music on the patio, savory tacos and delicious wines;
festivities from 5-8pm. On Saturday, experience the harvest among the working
vineyard. Enjoy music by Nataly Plotner from 2-5pm and a glass or tasting of
wines! On Sunday, taste wine while you mix and mingle with Winemaker Amy
Butler from 2-4pm. Relax on the picnic patio with a gourmet rustic cheese
board, take a self-guided tour of our estate vineyards. [Link]
>>>
OCTOBER 17-18

LE VIGNE WINERY
Harvest Wine Weekend Passport to Italy
On Saturday night, visit Le Vigne Winery and enjoy a winemaker dinner of fine
Italian cuisine, starting at 6:30pm. The winemaker dinner is $80 or $65 for
Wine Club. All day Saturday and Sunday, visit the winery for an open cellar
between 11am-5pm. Open cellars access is $10 or $5 for Wine Club. On Sunday,
enjoy the culinary series at 1pm for just $20, $15 for Wine Club.
[Link]
OCTOBER 16-17

OPOLO VINEYARDS
Harvest Festival Dinner & Grape Stomp

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Harvest Wine Weekend BBQ Lunch
Join J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines for a fun-filled BBQ lunch this harvest season!
For more information, call 805-239-8900. 12-2pm, [Link]

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On Friday and Saturday at 5:30pm, get ready to stomp! In between grape

stomping, dancing, gypsy serenades and wine, Opolo will treat you to some fine
food. The menu will include whole roasted lamb, Sarma, chicken, pork and more
($99, $89/Wine Club). On Saturday and Sunday, visit for wine tasting from
10am-4pm and BBQ from 11am-4pm. [Link]

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ARROYO GRANDE

OCTOBER 1

CASTORO CELLARS
Yin & Vin Yoga Class

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 new
flavor and watch it being made. 805-474-4068, [Link]
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Arroyo Grande Farmers Market
Farm fresh produce & flowers, art show and live entertainment in the Arroyo
Grande City Hall parking lot at 214 East Branch Street. 12-2:30pm
805-473-2250, [Link]
OCTOBER 25

OCTOBER 3

TALLEY VINEYARDS
Robbie Robbins Olive Oil Tasting
Visit the tasting room and sample some of the wonderful olive oils and
balsamic produced locally by Robbie Robbins. 1-4pm,
[Link]
NOVEMBER 6

LAETITIA VINEYARD & WINERY

Harvest Celebration Winemaker Dinner
Hosted by Head Winemaker Eric Hickey, he has carefully chosen from his
portfolio of wines to offer his best new releases, paired alongside the culinary
creations of Chef Brian Collins of Ember Restaurant. Call 805-474-7641 or
email wineclub@[Link] to reserve your spot. 6:30-9pm
$140, $130/Wine Club, [Link]
NOVEMBER 28

TALLEY VINEYARDS
Robbie Robbins Olive Oil Tasting
Visit the tasting room and sample some of the wonderful olive oils and
balsamic produced by Robbie Robbins. 1-4pm, [Link]
DECEMBER 4

TALLEY VINEYARDS
Holiday in the Tasting Room
Celebrate the season with Talley Vineyards! Enjoy wine tasting and snacks, as
well as the tunes of local musicians. Peruse the unique gift selection for your
holiday shopping needs. 4-7pm, [Link]
DECEMBER 4

LAETITIA VINEYARD & WINERY

Winter in the Vineyard Open House
This annual all-day open house features special offerings on wines, a gift
wrapping station, live music and olive oil tasting. Come visit and make your
holiday shopping easy! 11am-7pm [Link]
DECEMBER 6

TALLEY VINEYARDS
Robbie Robbins Olive Oil Tasting
Visit the tasting room and sample some of the wonderful olive oils and
balsamic produced by Robbie Robbins. 1-4pm, [Link]

CAYUCOS/CAMBRIA/MORRO

ONGOING
Hearst Castle Tours
Led by an experienced guide, tour Hearst Castle and encounter the majesty
and beauty of this historical treasure. 800-444-4445, [Link]

PASO ROBLES

ONGOING SATURDAYS

VINA ROBLES WINERY

Saturday Live

Every Saturday, you are invited to slow down from your week, sit back and
enjoy live music - all while savoring award-winning Vina Robles wines.
Wine & tastings available. 1-4pm, 805-227-4812, [Link]
ONGOING IN OCTOBER

CASTORO CELLARS
Art Exhibit: Page Graeber

PEACHY CANYON WINERY

Live Music
Visit Peachy Canyon for an afternoon of live music by Brian Jefferies & The
Gardners. 1-4pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 3

CASTORO CELLARS
Live Music: The Honey Dewdrops
For the first indoor concert of the season, Castoro Cellars and SLOfolks are
very pleased to welcome The Honey Dewdropstwo talented singer-songwriters making a name for themselves across America. Their beautiful and
mesmerizing harmonies are impressing audiences and inspiring artists
everywhere they play. Touring in support of their latest album, Tangled
Country, they are not to be missed! Doors 6:30pm, Show 7pm, $20
[Link]
OCTOBER 3

BRECON ESTATE
Annual Pickup Party & Concert
Join Brecon for a truly international evening of wine, food and music! Bring
your best friends, family and Brecon will supply the rest. Pie Not & Crush
Catering will provide bites from around the world. Music by Jeff Conley &
Deco Greene (exclusive tour direct from Ireland). Wine Club Members + 2
guests are complimentary. Additional guests are $25 per person. Includes all
wine, food and concert. 5-8pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 10

PEACHY CANYON WINERY

Live Music
Visit Peachy Canyon for an afternoon of live music by Liv & Rob. 1-4pm
[Link]
OCTOBER 12

J. LOHR VINEYARDS & WINES

Harvest Wine Weekend Club Member VIP Tasting
Club members and their guests are invited to join J. Lohr for their VIP tasting
overlooking the Seven Oaks Vineyards. Select library vintages and barrel
samples will be served, along with select cheese platters and live guitar
music by Jason Wright. Please RSVP by calling 805-239-8900 or emailing
kim@[Link]. 11am-3pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 16

CASTORO CELLARS
Harvest Wine Weekend Kick-Off Celebration
Chef Jeffry will supply a Mediterranean adventure for dinner and show off his
award winning Paella. Paired perfectly with this spread will be local favorite,
Zongo All-Stars, guaranteed to make you boogie the night away! Castro will
supply the grapes and some delicious barrel samples so you can stomp and
sip your way through the night. Wear clothes youre ok with getting dirty.
Some seating will be provided but guests are welcome to bring a low-backed
chair. 6:15pm, $40, [Link]
OCTOBER 16

CALCAREOUS VINEYARD
Harvest Festival Weekend Tour & Tasting
Experience the winemaking facility and vineyards with one of Calcareous
friendly staff leading the way! After the tour, enjoy a selection of the current
releases and breathtaking views from Lloyd's Lookout of wine country. Tours
at 11:30am and 2pm, based on availability. Complimentary for Wine Club and
2 guests. $15 or upgrade to a VIP Tasting for $35. [Link]

J. LOHR VINEYARDS & WINES

Harvest Wine Weekend Lobster Feed
Join in on the fun and throw on your bib for this lobster feed! Cahoots
Catering will provide all the traditional feed fixinslobster, prawns, clams,
corn on the cob, artichokes and more! Select J. Lohr wines will be served.
Please RSVP by calling 805-239-8900 or emailing kim@[Link]. $85
$75/Wine Club, 6:30-8:30pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 16

EBERLE WINERY
Harvest Festival Dinner
Eberle will be hosting a delicious winemaker dinner in the Wild Boar Room in
the wine caves. With a dynamic menu reflecting the region's local
abundance, Thomas Hill Organics Bistro & Wine Lounge will be treating
guests to appetizers and a delicious four-course meal. RSVP by calling
805-238-9607. 6:30pm, $150, $120/Wine Club, [Link]
OCTOBER 16
Salt Lick BBQ at Robert Hall Winery
Texas legendary pitmaster, Scott Roberts of The Salt Lick restaurant, will be
cooking a feast for Harvest Festival guests. Join Robert Hall for dinner, wine
and live music. 5-7pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 16-17

OPOLO VINEYARDS
Harvest Festival Dinner & Grape Stomp
On Friday and Saturday at 5:30pm, roll up your pants and get ready to stomp!
In between grape stomping, ethnic-folk dancing, gypsy serenades and wine,
Opolo will be treating you to some fine food. The menu will include whole
roasted lamb, Sarma, chicken, pork and more ($99, $89/Wine Club).
On Saturday and Sunday, visit for wine tasting from 10am-4pm and BBQ
from 11am-4pm. [Link]
OCTOBER 16-18

ROXO PORT CELLARS

Harvest Wine Weekend
Friday, go beyond a taste and enjoy library Ports paired with delicious chocolate truffles. Cellar tours are available with a reservation; 11am-5pm. On
Saturday, celebrate harvest with Roxo Port Cellars and the best of the
Central Coast! Local favorite artisan food purveyors will join be there from
12-3pm to offer hand crafted creations, including award-winning meats,
cheeses, nuts and delicious desserts. Relax on the patio with a glass of Port
and enjoy some tunes at this idyllic west side location; 11am-5pm. On Sunday,
come in before the weekend passes you by, sample new vintages paired with
dark chocolate and with the winemaker; 11am-5pm. [Link]
OCTOBER 16-18

PEACHY CANYON WINERY

Harvest Wine Weekend
On Friday, Peachy Canyon will unveil their new 2013 premium Bordeaux and
Rhne varietal wines. Meet Winemaker Robert Henson and his team for barrel
samples of upcoming vintages, taste the full lineup of reserve wines and a
few library vintages pulled from the owners private collection! On Saturday,
the AJM Band will be playing live on the back lawn while The Grilled Cheese
Incident serves gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. Stop in for fantastic food
pairings and a glass of your favorite Peachy Canyon wines! Music will be from
1-4pm and $10/person for tasting/music. Blankets & lawn chairs welcome.
On Sunday, relax after a busy weekend and enjoy a picnic. The Grilled Cheese
Incident returns for all your cheesey, gooey, lunchtime needs while Bear
Market Riot entertains with live music in the gazebo from 1-4pm; $10/person
for tasting/music. The tasting room is open form 10am-5pm all weekend long
and there will be special sales each day. [Link]
OCTOBER 16-18

PELLETIERE ESTATE
Harvest Wine Weekend
On Friday, enjoy live music on the patio, savory tacos and delicious estate
Italian style wines; festivities from 5-8pm. On Saturday, sip and savor the
flavor of fall. Experience the wonder of harvest among the working vineyard.
Enjoy the music of Nataly Plotner from 2-5pm and a glass or tasting of Italian
style wines while relishing panoramic vineyard views! On Sunday, taste estate
wines while you mix and mingle with the winemaker, Amy Butler, from
2-4pm. Relax on the picnic patio with a gourmet rustic cheese board, take a
self-guided tour of our estate vineyards. [Link]

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Page Graber is an accomplished artist winning ribbons and Best of Shows

awards in recent years. For her Castoro show, she will feature acrylic, mixed
media and collage paintings. 10am-5:30pm, [Link]

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Finish your week the right way and join Castoro Cellars to un-WINEd with this
Yin & Vin Yoga Class! This will be an all-levels, 90 minute restorative practice
incorporating essential oils and therapeutic touch to relax and unwind just at
sunset, followed by a glass of vino and some tasty light snacks. Class will be
taught by the in-house Yogi Lauren Harvey. Water will be provided but please
bring your own reusable canteen. Check in at 5:45pm, 6-7:30pm
$30, $25/Club Members, [Link]
OCTOBER 2 & 16
Train Wreck Fridays at Pomar Junction
Enjoy live music and a beautiful summer sunset over the vineyard and rollling
hills. Wine/food available for purchase 5:30-8pm, [Link]

OCTOBER 16

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OCTOBER 16-18
Harvest Wine Weekend at Red Soles Winery
Red Soles Winery takes pride in making wines made from premium, estate
grown fruit. Join them as they celebrate harvest season. Since all of their
wine is made at the estate, youll get a sneak peak behind the scenes. Enjoy
your favorite whites and bold, award-winning reds paired with tasty cheeses.
They will have the BBQ fired up out back and serving up tri tip sandwiches
while you browse locally made jewelry, photography & gourmet products.
$10, Free/Wine Club, [Link]
OCTOBER 16-18

Paso Robles Harvest Wine Weekend

Save the date for the Paso Robles Harvest Wine Weekend! Awaken your
senses with the sights, sounds, smells and flavors of harvest during three
days of celebrations! Winemaker dinners, ceremonial grape stomps, library
tastings, artisanal food pairings, live music and more. Explore more than 140
weekend activities at wineries throughout Paso Robles. [Link]
OCTOBER 17

VINA ROBLES WINERY

Harvest Wine Weekend Annual Swiss Days & Grape Stomp
This is a joyous afternoon of taking in the beautiful wine country views as you
mash grapes underfoot and savor traditional Swiss food. Enjoy traditional
Swiss dishes such as Raclette, and Bratwurst paired with Vina Robles estate
wines. Guests are invited to participate in the grape stomp and imprint their
feet on a souvenir t-shirt to take home. Plenty of Swiss spirit will be in the air
thanks to the live melodies of accordionist Michael Gutin. Case specials and
new releases offered all weekend. $30, $25/Wine Club, 1-4pm
(Tasting Room open 10am-6pm), [Link]
OCTOBER 17

CALCAREOUS VINEYARD
Harvest Winemaker Dinner

J LOHR VINEYARDS & WINES

Harvest Wine Weekend Club Member VIP Tasting
Club members and their guests are invited to join J. Lohr for their VIP tasting
overlooking the Seven Oaks Vineyards. Select library vintages and barrel
samples will be served, along with select cheese platters and guitar by Jason
Wright to enjoy. Please RSVP by calling 805-239-8900 or emailing
kim@[Link]. 11am-3pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 17

BRECON ESTATE
Harvest Festival Winemaker Dinner
Brecons award winning wines will be paired perfectly with a five course
gourmet dinner created by Chef Alma Ayon, a Le Cordon Bleu graduate and
co-owner of Sundance Bed & Breakfast. Please RSVP to
amanda@[Link] or call(805-239-2200. $135, $120/Wine Club
[Link]
OCTOBER 17

HEARTHSTONE VINEYARD & WINERY

Signature Lamb Burgers
Hearthstone's signature lamb burgers are back in action with several
backyard barbecues lined up for the patio. Burger and a garden salad will be
served up for just $10 from 12pm. [Link]
OCTOBER 17-18

LE VIGNE WINERY
Harvest Wine Weekend Passport to Italy
On Saturday night, enjoy a winemaker dinner starting at 6:30pm; enjoy Italian
[Link] dinner is $80 or $65 for Wine Club. All day Saturday and
Sunday, visit the winery for an open cellar between 11am-5pm.; $10 or $5 for
Wine Club. On Sunday, enjoy the culinary series at 1pm for just $20, $15 for
Wine Club. [Link]

Join Castoro to celebrate the fruits of their labor with fun activities, food, live
music and Dam Fine Wine! 10am-5:30pm, $5, [Link]
OCTOBER 17-18

EBERLE WINERY
Harvest Wine Weekend BBQ & Festivities
On Saturday, Eberle will continue in the harvest spirit with a BBQ and live
music by Tres Mojitos. Enjoy the vineyard views and sample award-winning
wines. Take advantage of special harvest sales! On Sunday, Eberle will show
appreciation to all friends of Eberle Winery. [Link]
OCTOBER 18

VINA ROBLES WINERY

Harvest Wine Weekend Brunch
Help Vina Robles savor the fruits of their labor at the harvest brunch! Brunch
plates will include favorites such as buttermilk fried chicken and waffles.
Each meal will be paired with Vina Robles Brut sparkling wine. The Belmores
will serenade guests with their folk rock tunes. Case specials and new
releases offered all weekend. 11am-3pm (Tasting Room open 10am-6pm)
$30, $25/Wine Club, [Link]
OCTOBER 18

J LOHR VINEYARDS & WINES

Harvest Wine Weekend BBQ Lunch
Join J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines for a fun-filled BBQ lunch this harvest
season! For more information, call 805-239-8900. 12-2pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 18

Greet the crisp fall morning with your sun salutations at Castoro Cellars!
Registration begins at 8:45am. After class you'll be greeted with a glass of
Castoros own Methode Champenoise and an organic brunch prepared by
Chef Jeffry Weisinger. $25, [Link]
OCTOBER 30

EBERLE WINERY
Haunted Caves
Decorated and lit by professionals, Eberles underground caves will turn into
one of the spookiest tickets in town. A $5 donation goes to a foster children
charity. It's a great cause and a lot of fun. For parents, the tasting room will
be open for complimentary wine tasting! 5-9pm, [Link]
ONGOING IN NOVEMBER

CASTORO CELLARS
Stephen Price Exhibit
Stephen Price will be featured for the month of November in the Castoro
Gallery. His plein-air paintings, acrylic landscapes, watercolors, airbrush art,
trompe loeil and fine art murals are in galleries and private collections on
many continents. 10am-5:30pm, [Link]
NOVEMBER 7

ROXY PORT CELLARS

Fall Pickup Party
Join Roxo for a fall artisan pickup party at the tasting room. The party will
feature live music. From 12-2pm, Chef Charlie will be serving a scrumptious
lunch with their exclusive Ports! Two complimentary lunch tickets are
included for Wine Club Members. Additional lunch tickets can be purchased
for $20/person, includes a Port tasting. 11am-3pm, [Link]
NOVEMBER 11
Veterans Day at Robert Hall Winery
If you are a military veteran (or currently serving), swing by the tasting room
for a complimentary wine tasting. Buy wine and receive 10% off purchase.
10am-5pm, [Link]
NOVEMBER 14

CASTORO CELLARS
SLO Folks Indoor Concert
Save the date for great music and incredible Castoro Cellars wines!
Doors at 6:30pm, Show at 7:30pm, $20, [Link]

NOVEMBER 27
Black Friday Specials at Robert Hall Winery
Visit the tasting room for fantastic black Friday specials! Get your shopping
done for the holidays with gift-boxed specials, package deals, wine, gourmet
items, books, ornaments and more. 10am-5pm, [Link]
DECEMBER 5

EBERLE WINERY
Annual Black Tie Holiday Dinner
Eberle will be welcoming back Chef Budi Kazali from The Restaurant at the
Ballard Inn for another amazing, black tie cave dinner. Enjoy the romantic
ambiance of the wine caves while Chef Kazali treats you to an amazing meal.
RSVP by calling 805-238-9607 or emailing events@[Link].
$150, $120/Wine Club, 6pm, [Link]
DECEMBER 12

EBERLE WINERY
Holiday Open House
Join the wineries of Highway 46 East as they celebrate the holidays! Eberle
will be hosting carolers, hot apple cider and small bites for holiday guests.
10am-5pm, [Link]
DECEMBER 12
Holiday Open House at Robert Hall Winery
Enjoy Christmas music while browsing sweet treats, unique gift packages and
wine bundles to help you with your list. Ask about case specials for the day.
10am-5pm [Link]
DECEMBER 12
Holiday Pickup & Pamper Party at Robert Hall Winery
Get pampered when you pick up your wine club shipment! Enjoy spa services,
beverages and appetizers. Complimentary to club members, $25 for
non-members. Reservations required; call 805-239-1616 Ext. 20 or email
cavernclub@[Link]. 1-4pm, [Link]
DECEMBER 13-24
12 Days of Christmas at Robert Hall Winery
There will be a special deal on a Cavern Select wineeach of the 12 days
leading up to Christmas. Don't miss out! They'll make an excellent gift for
anyone on your list, including you. 10am-3pm, [Link]

SAN LUIS OBISPO

ONGOING
Bike, Hike and Kayak Trips
Explore with Central Coast Outdoors. Bike the Pacific Coast Highway, hike Big
Sur and kayak. Trips include transportation, picnic lunch and knowledgeable
guide(s). $79-$119 Bike rentals available. Call 888-873-5610 for
reservations. [Link]
ONGOING THURSDAYS
San Luis Obispo Farmers' Market
Farmers' Market brings the community together to shop for fresh produce,
sample San Luis Obispo's delectable and varied cuisine, browse local shops,
listen to live music. 6-9pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 1-4
Bubblyfest by the Sea
Bubblyfest by the Sea returns this year bigger and better than ever. Join over
60 wineries on the cliffs of the Pacific Ocean in beautiful Pismo Beach for
the only festival series dedicated to sparking wine in the US! Indulge in new
events, the best champagne and sparkling wines from all over the world, and
one-on-one experiences with the winemakers behind the bubbly. Event times
and prices vary; see website for details. [Link]
OCTOBER 24
Cruise the Morro Bay with Tolosa Winery
Reserve your space now for a cruise on the Morro Bay with Tolosa Winery.
1-4pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 25

Boogie on the Bluff with Talley Vineyards

Join Talley Vineyards at Boogie on the Bluff, hosted at the Seacrest
Oceanfront Hotel in Pismo Beach. Talley will be pouring their fantastic collection of wines. Delight in delicious samples of food from local restaurants, as
well as the best beer and wine from local breweries and wineries. There will
also be a concert with Grammy Award winning musician Louie Ortega! Family
friendly! 2pm, $40/Adults, $10/Kids [Link]

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Harvest Wine Weekend Grape Stomp & Open House

CASTORO CELLARS
Harvest Yoga & Organic Brunch

Join Calcareous Head Winemaker Jason Joyce and guest Chef/Owner

James DAquila of the Wild Artichoke Restaurant of Orange County for a
4-course meal. Dinner will showcase California local fresh ingredients paired
with some of Calcareous finest wine. Learn where the food was sourced
from, how it was prepared and why it pairs so beautifully with Calcareous
wines. 6:30pm, $125, $110/Club Members. RSVP Required.
Call 805-239-0289 or email info@[Link]. [Link]
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SANTA BARBARA COUNTY

OCTOBER 4
3rd Annual Old Town Camarillo Wine Walk
Wine, food and entertainment included in the price of admission. Each guest
will receive an honorary wine glass upon entry! Ticket includes tasting from
any of the 25 stops of your choice, music and a commemorative wine glass.
1-4pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 9-12

CELEBRATION OF HARVEST WEEKEND

Revel in a weekend full of delicious cuisine, great wine, silent auctions and
live music. Choose to enjoy individual winery events, a harvest dinner and an
epic grand tasting throughout the weekend. Prices, times and days vary; see
website for details. [Link]

SANTA MARIA/FOXEN
CANYON/LOS OLIVOS
OCTOBER 2

FIRESTONE VINEYARD
Summer Concert Series

Delight in tasty tri-tip sandwiches from Big Toms Backyard BBQ, paired with
live music and Firestone wines. 6-9:30pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 3

ANDREW MURRAY VINEYARDS

Grape Stomp

OCTOBER 11
Educational Vineyard Hike at Stolpman Vineyards
Enjoy a guided hike of the Ballard Canyon Estate, traverse the land to
discover first hand why biodiversity and sustainable farming is key to world
class winemaking. After the hike, meet back at our Los Olivos Tasting Room
for a complimentary wine tasting. 9am, $20, [Link]
OCTOBER 11

QUP WINERY
Fall Open House
The winery is usually closed to the public but opens twice a year for this
amazing event! Current releases and library editions will be available (over 70
wines!) for tasting and sale from Qup & Verdad along with Au Bon Climat,
Clendenen Family and more. Towards the end of the day, Bob has been known
to open some rare, library wines in large format. A wonderful, hot lunch is
included. $20, Club Member frees. 11am-3pm, (805) 686-4200
gdiamond@[Link], [Link]
OCTOBER 25

ANDREW MURRAY VINEYARDS

Wine Club Pickup Special Event
Pick up your October WIne Club shipment and celebrate the fall season!
Costume Contest, pumpkin carving and other festive games for your entire
family! Join Andrew Murray Vineyards and sample wonderful, new fall
releases while feasting on famous homemade chili! Reservations are
required. $10/Club Members $15/Guests, 3-6pm
[Link]
NOVEMBER 7

FIRESTONE VINEYARD
Harvest Celebration Winemaker Dinner
Enjoy a fabulous meal of fine cuisine paired with Firestone wines. More
details to come soon, so check the website and stay up to date!
5-8pm, [Link]

Since 2001, the Larner Vineyard has been a source of fruit for many
accomplished winemakers in Santa Barbara and Paso Robles Counties. The
majority of wineries that stared sourcing Larner grapes, back as early as
2001, are still using fruit from the vineyard today. Most of the 23 clients
produce Larner Vineyard designated wines, not blending the grapes with fruit
from other sources. For the Larner family, it is an honor to be represented on
the label of these limited production wines. This year's Larner Fte will
feature 6 wineries who source Larner fruit. Each winemaker will be pouring
wines that he/she has made from the Ballard Canyon Estate.
2-5pm, 805-688-8148, emily@[Link], [Link]
DECEMBER 5

ANDREW MURRAY VINEYARDS

Annual Winter Open House
Come home to Andrew Murray Vineyards to celebrate the holiday season!
They will be offering wine specials, complimentary gift wrapping, cookie
decorating, hosting several craft vendors and much more! Complimentary
to guests. 11am-2pm, [Link]

SANTA YNEZ/SOLVANG
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Fresh produce, flowers and foods. First Street, Solvang. 2:30-6pm
[Link]
ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAYS

Solvang Wine & Beer Walk

Sample two wines at five participating wine tasting rooms, a specialty logo
glass and a map to help you navigate your way through all the fun! 21+ only
$20, 3-7pm, [Link]
ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAYS

Solvang Third Wednesday

Over 60 stores, restaurants, wine tasting rooms & professional offices offer
special discounts and sales all day! Shop and discover Solvangs unique
stores and boutiques while enjoying craft beer, local wine and great food at
the various stops along the way. [Link]
ONGOING SUNDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER

LINCOURT VINEYARDS
Hip Sip Sundays
Enjoy summer Sunday afternoons in wine country complete with live music,
pizza, and Hip Sips by Lincourt Collection, while taking in the beautiful views.
Summer sangria specials and wood oven pizzas will be available for
purchase, offered by Fire and Wine. 12-3pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 3

WANDERING DOG WINE BAR

Pinot for Puppies
A Fundraiser for Shadows Funds Bright Beginnings Pit Bull Puppy
Ambassador Programjoin Wandering Dog as they raise money for this
amazing local non-profit that is dedicated to rescuing and finding forever
homes for all dogs in need. There will be wine and light appetizers, as well as
a silent auction featuring all things Pinot, wine and dig! First glass of wine is
complimentary and guests will be able to choose from the selections under
the Wandering Dog label. $35, 2-5pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 9

BUTTONWOOD WINERY & FARM

Francfest!
Calling all "Franco-o-philes" to celebrate Cabernet Franc and those who craft
a wine from this most unique grape. Expect a dozen or more wineries to join,
each pouring their Cab Franc or Franc based blends (along with a white or
pink of their choice), grilled snacks, a bit of music and ending with a bonfire
on the beautiful pondside beach. Food will also be available for purchase for
those wanting a light supper. 5:30-9pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 10

CELEBRATION OF HARVEST GRAND TASTING

Visit the Old Mission Santa Ins in Solvang for Celebration of Harvests
Grand Tasting, featuring more than 120 wineries pouring their best wines, in
addition to delectable cuisine by many local restaurants, catered and artisan
food producers. Enjoy wine seminars, bid on live and silent auction items,
and enjoy live music. $75, 1-4pm, [Link]

OCTOBER 11

BUTTONWOOD WINERY
Harvest Vineyard Walk & Lunch
Join in the excitement of harvest with a trek around the sustainably farmed
vineyard with Winemaker Karen. Stop at blocks and taste that grape varietal
right off the vine, then compare with the current vintage of released wine.
The walk includes a few hills and vales and takes about an hour, but youll
end up at the vineyard pond and be rewarded with a seasonal lunch under the
shade of the Cottonwood trees. 10am-1pm [Link]
NOVEMBER 14

LIONS PEAK VINEYARD

A Bordeaux Birthday
Join Lions Peak for their annual birthday celebration for Jenn, their
Winemaker and Sommelier. Catered menu and wine tasting from current
wines to library wines. Live music by Jim Gentry's solo sax will enrich the
celebration, and there will be a raffle for gifts! Wines by the glass and
specials will be offered on all wines. 5-8:30pm, [Link]

LOS ALAMOS/LOMPOC/
BUELLTON
ONGOING SELECT SATURDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER 24

FOLEY ESTATES
UnWined Concert Series
Come and un"wine"d at Foley Estates on warm summer Saturday afternoons,
complete with food, wine and music! Food for purchase offered by Fire and
Wine. See website for details and dates. [Link]
OCTOBER 17
Real Men Cook
Real Men Cook, Arts Outreachs much anticipated annual fundraiser,
combines over 50 amateur male chefs, 35 premier local vintners and
brewers, live music and fantastic auction items to create the Santa Ynez
Valleys Party of the Year! This years 23rd Annual event will take place at
Monty and Pat Roberts Flag is Up Farms. Dont Miss It! 6-10pm
$65/Advance, $70/At the Door, [Link]
NOVEMBER 27
Sip Lompoc
Twice a year there's an event that brings two lovers togetheryou and wine!
In the lovely little elbow of Santa Barbara County is the quaint little town of
Lompoc, where one day each in May and November, you get to wine for $35
dollars. This magic ticket ride includes free tastings at over a dozen wine
tasting rooms and wine bars all around Lompoc, from the "Ghetto" to
Midtown. [Link]

VENTURA COUNTY
OCTOBER 3

CANTARA CELLARS
Dinner Series
Come watch the sun go down then enjoy a fabulous winemaker dinner at
Cantara Cellars. Limited to 50 people. Advance ticket purchase required.
6:30-9:30pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 3 & 17

CANTARA CELLARS
Wine Pickup Party
Cantara will be serving Tacos by El Taco Catering, including wine tasting and
by the glass. Wine Club Members can purchase tickets for up to four guests.
The purchase price includes a glass of wine for dinner and your food.
$15/Club Member, $20/Guests, 5-8pm, [Link]
OCTOBER 21

TIERRA SUR AT HERZOG WINE CELLARS

Fire & Ice Tequila Night
Enjoy fine tequilas and margaritas! To compliment each, Tierra Sur has
created a decadent menu of small plates to be enjoyed by guests all evening
long. Enjoy a few cigars, hand-rolled at your request on the private terrace.
The evening is certain to be an all-together celebration of the good life.
Admission includes food, scotch, tequila, tax and gratuity.
$65, 6:30-9:30pm, [Link]

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Solvang Farmer's Market

Be a winemaker and grape stomper for a day! This special event will greet you
with a continental breakfast and educational experience. Learn all the
aspects of winemaking from vineyards maturity assessment to harvesting
the grapes and knowing which ones to pick! You will then get to harvest,
foot stomp (shorts highly recommended), de-stem, punch down and pump
over various fermentation lots. RSVP by calling 805-686-9604, Ext. 103.
$80, $65/Wine Club, [Link]
OCTOBER 9
Annual Winemaker Dinner with Bernat Family Vineyards
Sam & Shawnda Marmorstein, owners of the Los Olivos Wine Merchant &
Cafe, welcome you to join them as they pour their own Bernat Wines. Each
dishes will be prepared by the Cafe's Chef and paired with Bernat Wines.
Rumor has it some library wines might be opened as part of this dinner!
6-8pm, $89/Person (plus tax & gratuity), [Link]

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QUP WINES
Qup is Way Cool

Tasting at Qup Wines

Classic Tasting $10
Reserve Tasting $20

Fall Open House

When: October 11, 11am-3pm
Where: 4665 Santa Maria Mesa Road in Santa Maria
While the Los Olivos tasting room is open year-round,
the winery itselflocated within the beautiful Bien
Nacido Vineyards in Santa Mariais usually closed to
the public, but opens twice a year for this amazing event.
Current releases and library editions will be available
(over 70 wines!) for tasting and sale from Qup &
Verdad, along with Au Bon Climat, Clendenen Family,
Barham Mendelsohn, Vita Nova, Ici la Bas and more.
Towards the end of the day, Bob has been known to open
some rare, library wines in large format. A wonderful, hot
lunch will be included. It's a deal at $20 per person!
Wine Club members of ABC or Qup are free (2 per
membership). No reservations are necessary.

Open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

2963 Grand Avenue, Suite B, Los Olivos CA 93441
(805) 686-4200 | [Link]
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Bob Lindquists Commitment to Cool Climate Syrah

Bob Lindquist is a cool guy, a huge music fan and loves the Dodgershe is a true laid back
Southern California dude and a great winemaker. But it is Qupes Syrah that is way cool. Cool
climate, that is.
Stylistically, cool climate Syrah made is uniquely different from those made in warmer areas.
As a rule, wines produced further inland tend to be bigger, fatter, richer and often feature jammy
flavors of blueberry, raspberry and cherry. Cool climate Syrah is much more restrained. The wines
are aromatic and produce classical floral notes of lavender or violet, smoked meats, leather and
tobacco. Intensive, concentrated flavors include black fruit, cherries, ripe blackberries and plums;
white pepper and high tone spices are common characteristics as well. Overall, cool climate
Syrahs show a much more elegant and balanced style. The wines have outstanding aging potential
and are more suited to food pairings. Bobs commitment to vinifying Syrah from cool climates has
made him an icon in the area. This was recognized recently when he was named one of the top
25 most influential winemakers in the United States!
Bobs love of cool climate Syrah wine comes from drinking the great French wines of the
Rhne, such as Cte Rtie, Hermitage and Cornas, which are naturally affected in the late
afternoon by cool breezes blowing off the Rhne River or by even harsher currents from the
mistral winds that come from the Alps. In California, the biggest factor is the ocean itself.
Realizing the unique cool climate conditions of the Central Coast, Bob sources the majority of his
grapes from cooler vineyard sources like the Bien Nacido Vineyard and the Sawyer Lindquist
Vineyard. He and his wife Louisa developed the Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard in the Edna Valley,
where they produce Demeter Certified Biodynamic Syrah and Grenache. They also grow and
produce Albario and Tempranillo there, which they bottle under their Verdad label.
To try Bobs cool climate Syrah and all of his other wines, visit his tasting room in the heart of
Los Olivos at 2963 Grand Avenue. His friendly, knowledgeable staff will be able to answer all of
your questions and give you a great tasting experience. You can also purchase the wines online at
[Link] or by calling (805) 686-4200.

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Bubblyfest by the Sea

October 1-4 in Pismo Beach
Bubbly at Sunset: Sparkling Wine Dinner at The Oyster Loft
Pismo Beach | Thursday, October 1 | 6-9pm
Join Bubblyfest at the newest spot right off the iconic Pismo Beach
Pier, The Oyster Loft, for a four course meal prepared by Chef Jerrod,
and paired with non-traditional sparkling wine varietals from
Solminer, Riverbench, Opolo and Halcyon Wines. ($125/person
includes four courses with wine pairing)
Excusion-ar Presented by Laetitia Vineyard & Winery
Arroyo Grande | Friday, October 2 | 9:30am-1:30pm
Join Laetitia for their first-ever Sparkling Excursion-ar! You will
depart the Cliffs Resort at 9:30 a.m. for Laetitia Vineyard and Winery
in luxury transportation by Breakaway Tours, where Laetitia
Sparkling Winemaker Dave Hickey will greet you with a bottle
sabering on the lawn; then follow Dave into the Laetitia press room
where you will learn about their prized Coquard Presses. Experience
a walk-through of the sparkling production facility and then taste
their seven sparkling wines at the Laetitia Estate House. ($125/person
includes tastings, transportation, lunch and exclusive tour)

Over 100 wines scored 92-98 points

CABERNET PINOT NOIR ZINFANDEL RHNE PORTS

Enjoy Westside beauty and picnic on

the spacious deck, pavillion or lush green lawns.

Winemaker Seminar Series Presented by Educational Partner

The San Francisco Wine School at The Cliffs Resort
Pismo Beach | Friday, October 2 | 2-4:30pm
Join The San Francisco Wine School for a Seminar Series featuring
a distinctive panel of winemakers and industry insiders, covering indepth topics focused on sparkling wine production, style and a look
into future trends. You will be treated to tastings from top
Champagne houses in France and premier California sparkling wine
producers; cheeses and light snacks from Marisol at The Cliffs will
also be served. ($50 includes tastings and light snacks)
Cocktails & Corks | Location TBD | Friday, October 2 | 6-8pm
Enjoy a jazz filled evening under the stars, as the popular Gatsby
inspired Cocktail Party returns! Sip unique sparkling wine cocktails,
sparkling wines by the glass and enjoy light bites. ($75/person
includes cocktails, Champagne and appetizers)
Bubblyfest Grand Tasting at The SeaCrest Resort
Pismo Beach | Saturday, October | 1-5pm
Join over 50 sparkling wineries from all over the world at the only
dedicated sparkling wine festival in the U.S. at the gorgeous SeaCrest
Resort. Enjoy unlimited bubbly tastings, light snacks by The Cliffs
Resort and Field to Table Catering, and engage in open seminars from
sabering workshops to Champagne cocktail talks. ($70/person
includes tastings and souvenir glass)
For further infromation and details regarding each of these events,
visit [Link].

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Picnic Areas Bocce Walking Trail Ocean Views Tasting Daily 11-5PM

Located directly off the 101 in Arroyo Grande

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>> Wine Country This Month

ERIN HANSON
Seeing Imagination with a Contemporary Impressionist
Featured Artist of the Month
Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce

Book Signing
Friday, October 2 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce, Paso Robles
California Wine Country:
Impressions in Oil by Erin Hanson

Art Exhibit
October 1-25
Studios in the Park, Paso Robles
California Wine Country:
Impressions in Oil by Erin Hanson
Exhibition Hours
Thursday: 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 12 - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12 - 6:00 p.m.

Live Painting Demonstration

Saturday, October 3 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
RSVP to sasha@[Link]
Suggested $10 donation.

Art After Dark

Paso Opening Reception
Saturday, October 3 | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

The Artist
Erin Hansons life-long fascination with art started as a child when she experimented in various
mediums of oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastels, pen and ink and life drawing. This passion led her to the
premier Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles, where, as a teenager, she studied figure
drawing and worked in a mural studio creating paintings for restaurants. After graduating from UC
Berkeley where she majored in Bioengineering, and becoming a successful entrepreneur, Hanson
returned to her first love: Art. An avid rock climber, Hansons panoramic views from atop Red Rock
Canyon in Las Vegas, with its ever-changing daily and seasonal light reflections on the richly colored
cliffs and desert, has been her inspiration for countless paintings.

Open-Impressionism
Erin Hanson
at Studios in the Park Art Gallery
Thursday 12:00- 6:00 p.m. | Friday 12:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 12:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Sunday 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
1130 Pine Street, Paso Robles CA 93446
(805) 238-9800 | [Link]
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Hansons zest for nature and her bubbly personality are conveyed through her artwork with her oil
paintings bringing a contemporary expression of traditional landscapes. She transforms these
landscapes into an abstract mosaic of color and rich texture, her impasto application of paint lending a
sculptural effect to her art. Hansons technique uses as few brush strokes as possible to create fresh,
alive paintings. Her unique, minimalist method of placing impasto paint strokes without layering has
been dubbed Open-Impressionism.

Paso Robles Wine Country

In recent years Paso Robles Wine Country has become a favorite
destination and subject of Erin Hansons paintings. This October, the
city of Paso Robles welcomes and celebrates Hanson with a full
calendar of events highlighting the renown artist, including a signing
of her coffee table book, California Wine Country: Impressions in
Oil, a live painting demonstration with Erin Hanson, an Opening
Night art reception at the Monthly Art After Dark and Hansons 4th
annual art exhibit at Studios on the Park. For more information,
please visit [Link] or [Link].

Q & A with Erin Hanson

When you look at a tree, what do you see?
I see a unique, living creature. To me, trees are the people of the
landscape; each tree has its own personality, just like a human. I try
to paint the portrait of each tree in my painting to have a unique
character.
What is your favorite part of painting?
I love to create abstract shapes with light and shadow, and I
especially enjoy creating stained glass effects with sunlight filtering
through branches and leaves of a tree.
Do you think your love of science informs the way you see nature?
Yes, I use mathematics and geometry to plan out specific

composition armatures that I

hang my painting on. When I
see the wildness of untamed
nature, I have to tame it to fit my
compositional concept and
then I let it go wild again with
my loose brush strokes (but only
after I have it all organized
properly on my canvas.) I like
the blend of organized thought
with the perfect spontaneity of
nature.
What colors can a sky be?
I paint most of my paintings
during the first light of dawn or the late afternoon. During these
times of the day, the light is cutting across the landscape at a
dramatically low angle, and the light gets refracted in the atmosphere
into a myriad of colors. I often see lavenders, golden yellows, greens,
beautiful turquoise and cobalt blues.
If you could paint any region in the world what would it be?
I have several places on my immediate bucket list: South Africa,
Greece and Spain/France. I think South Africa would yield the most
colorful and striking landscapes, and I have always wanted to paint a
>> BY KIM RODRIGUES
Baobab Tree!

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The Best Donati Has to Offer

One way to get a taste of the great wines Donati has to offer is by
visiting the vineyards tasting room located in Templeton. The wines are
poured in a three-story building that looks like a European chateau,
nestled among rolling hills. While sampling the wines, you can have a
picnic on the grounds or play bocce ball on one of the courts.
The tasting room provides a complete winery experience. You can visit
the cellar, tour the property, observe the winemaking process in
action, or take a look at wines stored in the barrel room.
The tasting room is open from 10 am until 5 pm, seven days a week.
Donati is able to accommodate large groups, of more than 10, for wine
tastings or private tours. Please call for an appointment.

DONATI FAMILY VINEYARDS

Celebrating Harvest
The annual harvest is a terrific time to visit Donati Family Vineyards and celebrate all
the great things it has to offer. It is an exciting time in which Donati representatives
gather the produce of a new crop, identify the grapes that will be used for both the main
lines and in the small lot specialty wines, and begin the process of making the awardwinning offerings that will be released in the years to come. The products of previous
harvests are on hand for visitors to sample as well. Donati offers a wide variety of
choices, including
Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Petit Verdot and
many more.

All in the Vines

Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

2720 Oak View Road, Templeton, CA 93465
(805) 238-0676 | [Link]

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One of Donatis key philosophies is that vineyard management is a year-round

commitment. The Donati family believes that a great harvest occurs when every detail in
the growing process is attended to. This involves such things as doing a scientific
analysis of the vines soil and leaf moisture, and conducting regular and judicious
thinning of shoots during the growing season. Each of these steps helps Donati
Vineyards ensure that their grapes, and therefore their wines, are the best they can be.
While developing excellent wines starts in the field, this process continues
throughout the winemaking process. Winemakers first chose the highest quality grapes.
Then, grapes used in Donatis white wines are pressed and the juice extracted, and red
grapes are de-stemmed and put into fermentation tanks. In the fermentation tanks, the
temperature can be as high as 85 F in order to ensure that the wine produced will have
the intense flavor that Donati is known for. After this process is complete, the wine is
transferred to French and American oak barrels and aged for 12-18 months.

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Winemaking: A Family Tradition

Donati Vineyards is a family business influenced by the
tradition of Italian winemaking. In the 1990s, Ron Donati
bought the Paicines property with a plan, his son would carry
on the winemaking tradition by growing grapes in one of the
oldest AVAs in California. At first, Donati concentrated on
producing Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Meritage, Claret,
Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc. In a short time, these wines were
found in some of the finest restaurants and sold at boutique
wine stores. From these first forays into winemaking, Donati
Vineyards soon began producing a great diversity of wines.

Select Current Release Wines

2014 Sisters Forever Unoaked Chardonnay
2014 Sauvignon Blanc
2014 Ros
2014 Pinot Blanc
2013 Chardonnay
2012 Syrah Grenache Blend
2012 Petit Verdot

Visit Donati Family Vineyards

Donati Family Vineyards is located at 2720 Oak View Road
in Templeton. For more information, call (805) 238-0676 or
1-877-511-WINE (9463). You can also visit their website at
[Link]. Also, be sure to check out
Donati Family Vineyards on Twitter and YouTube!
>> BY CATHY NEUSHUL
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CLAUTIERE VINEYARD
An Experience You Wont Forget
One of a Kind
The tasting room at Clautiere Vineyard is one of a kind; part
fantasy, part serious, its an amalgam of the best of the wine world.
You need to see firsthand the vibe and the wines of this very unique
wineryits an experience you wont forget.

Creative & Distinct

Visitors to their farmhouse
tasting room are greeted by
grounds dotted with sculptures,
ornaments hanging from an old
oak tree and a custom created
metal fence that surrounds the
property. Once inside the tasting room, youre confronted with bold
purple and black colors, and patterns and checkers adorn the floor.
There is a gorgeous outdoor patio and out back, there are tables
under stunning oak trees that sit ready for the perfect wine country
picnic.
The creative forces behind Clautiere Vineyard are Claudine
Blackwell and Terry BradyClautiere is a merging of their first
names. Between the two of them, they have accomplished much with
job titles ranging from fashion designer, restaurant owners, welder,
landscape designer and more. Since moving to Paso Robles in 1999,
the couple has breathed new life into their 145-acre ranch, as well as
the local wine industry, by creating something distinctive.

Food Friendly Wines

We pair all our wines with
gourmet cheeses, which is a fun
and educational way to introduce
our wines to consumers both
seasoned and new to wine, says
Susan West, Operations Manager.
Our wines are across the board the most food friendly wines, she
adds. The cheeses, which Tasting Room Manager Lindsay Jacobsen
has perfectly paired to Clautieres fine collection of wines, come from
premier cheese-producing regions such as Wisconsin, France and
Holland.
The wines are a cross between a European style and a Paso style,
neither as light as European wines nor as heavy as Paso wines. We
strike a good balance between the two, West says. Typically, the
tasting menu rotates monthly, so there is always something new. They
only create 2,500 cases each year, so the wines are extremely limited.
Bottle prices range from $16 to $44 and Clautieres wines include a

new Sparkling Viognier, Syrah, Reserve Grenache and their BDX

Bordeaux blend, just to name a few. The BDX Bordeaux blend won a
Double Gold at the Cabernet Shootout in San Francisco this year.

Artistic Expression
Adjacent to the tasting room is a playroom, stocked with all
manner of wigs. Once wigs are donned, they allow a person to release
their inhibitions and morph into their alter egoand perhaps that is
the best way to try something new, without any prejudices. Certainly,
every winery feels that it is important to differentiate themselves from
other wineries, and its merely a question of how you chose to do so.
Clautiere has a magical feel and its evident from the minute you get
out of your car with the landscaping, the metal gate and the large
mosaic ballsall of which were made by Claudine. We truly have
wines with an artistic expression, Jacobsen says. People might feel
more subdued at other tasting rooms but the aim of Clautiere is to
offer a fun and informal environment that expresses to guests that the
owners are passionate about the artistic side of wine. The experience
is elegantly rebellious!

Visiting Clautiere Vineyard

Clautiere Vineyard is located
at 1340 Penman Springs Road on
Paso Robles Eastside. Their
tasting room is open Thursday
through Monday from 11:00 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday and Wednesday by appointment. Tasting
fees run $10. Contact them at (805) 237-3789 or at [Link].
>> BY MICHAEL CERVIN

Paso Robles Harvest Festival Weekend

Coming October 16-18, its the Paso Robles Harvest Festival Weekend and Clautiere will
be celebrating all weekend long! On Friday night, reserve wines will be paired with
chocolate; on Saturday, they will offer small bites all day along with live music outside;
and on Sunday, Winemaker Ed Bracamonte will be conducting barrel tastingsso there
is something for everyone! Gear up for the unexpected and plan a visit to Clautiere.

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T H E U L T I M AT E FA L L W I N E & F O O D W E E K E N D

OCTOBER 9-12, COLUMBUS DAY WEEKEND

Photograph by Tenley Fohl Photography

Santa Barbara Vintners

Celebration of Harvest
Grand Tasting, Harvest Dinner & Wine Seminar
The 2015 Celebration of Harvest Festival Grand Tasting is Santa
Barbaras annual celebration of the year's bountyheld over
Columbus Day Weekend, in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country.
All 120+ winery members take a break from the vineyards and cellars
to pour their wines and share harvest tales at the Festival Grand
Tasting. Fresh produce harvested from the region will be the featured
ingredients of small bites, served by the most highly regarded area
restaurants and food purveyors. Seminars, cooking demonstrations,
live bands and an artist exhibit will also be featured.
Friday evening, enjoy the Harvest Dinner (La Paulee style) at
Matties Tavern and, on Saturday morning, a wine seminar at Hotel
Corque.

Santa Barbara Food, Wine & Photo Tours

During the day on Friday October 9, start the weekend off with (in
partnership with Eat This, Shoot That!) Santa Barbara Food, Wine &
Photo Toursone-of-a-kind wine, food and photo walking tours in
downtown Santa Barbara. Tickets are $65/person for each tour and
include wine and food tastings. The El Paseo Tour is from 11:45 a.m
to 3:00 p.m. and the Funk Zone Tour is from 3:00 to 6:00p.m.

Four Day Weekend Tasting Pass & More

Visit the tasting rooms with a four day weekend tasting pass. The
Vintners Visa Ticket provides unique and complimentary offerings at
your choice of twelve participating tasting rooms.
Plus, throughout the Columbus Day weekend, wineries host their
own events, including winemaker dinners, library tastings, new wine
releases, vineyard walks and barrel tastings.
For more information about Celebration of Harvest Festival
weekend and tickets, visit [Link].

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Photo by Tenley Fohl

FESTIVAL GRAND TASTING

S AT U R DAY, O C T O B ER 1 0 , 2 0 15
MISSION SANTA INS, SOLVANG, 1 TO 4PM
$75 per person $85 at door (tickets are all inclusive)

100+ Wineries paired with dozens of wine country restaurants & regional food purveyors.
Enjoy wine & food pairing demonstrations & educational seminars.
Experience the comfort & exclusivity (wine & food) of the Connoisseur Club.

A l l w e e k e n d Get your Vintners Visa wine tasting pass for October

9~12 and choose from dozens of participating wineries. Friday, one-of-a-kind
wine, food, and photo walking tours in downtown Santa Barbara, Friday night
Harvest Dinner, winemaker dinners, Saturday morning Wine Seminar, winery
& tasting room open houses.

For information & tickets visit

[Link] or call 805-688-0881

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Recommended Restaurants

PASO ROBLES
Thomas Hill Organics 1305 Park St; 805.226.5888
Contemporary American Cuisine

Villa Creek 1144 Pine St; 805.238.3000

Spanish Cuisine

Enoteca 206 Alexa Ct; 805.238.2834
Seafood

Bistro Laurent 1202 Pine St; 805.226.8191
French Cuisine

Artisan 1401 Park St; 805.237.8084

American Bistro

Paso Inn and Steakhouse 1103 Spring St; 805.238.2660

Steakhouse

il Cortile 608 12th St; 805.226.0300
Italian Cuisine/some Seafood Dishes

Buona Tavola 943 Spring St; 805.237.0600

Northern Italian Cuisine

La Cosecha 835 12th St; 805.237.0019
Latin/Spanish

Estrella 815 12th St; 805.226.5406
Latin Cuisine

Roberts 1218 Pine St; 805.226.5556
American Cuisine

Mistura 700 Clubhouse Drive (at River Oaks Golf Course); 805.238.3333
Peruvian
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Novo 726 Higuera St; 805.543.3986
Firestone Grill 1001 Higuera; 805.783.1001
Cafe Roma 1020 Railroad Ave; 805.541.6800
Mamas Meatball 570 Higuera St; 805.544.0861
Palazzo Giuseppes 1010 Court St; 805.541.9922
Luna Red 1009 Monterey St; 805.540.5243

Dining Alfresco
Fine Italian Restaurant

Discover Why
Paso Loves Italian!
Dinner 7 nights a week

www. [Link]

608 12th Street

Paso Robles CA
805.226.0300

International Cuisine
BBQ and Burgers
Italian Cuisine
Fine Italian Cuisine
Fine Italian Cuisine
International Cuisine

MORRO BAY
Dorns 801 Market Ave; 805.772.4415

Specialty in Seafood & Chicken

PISMO BEACH
Steamers 1601 Price St; 805.773.4711
Giuseppes 891 Price St; 805.773.2870

Seafood
Italian Cuisine

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY

Hitching Post 3325 Point Sal Rd, Casmalia; 805.937.6151
Steakhouse

Hitching Post II 406 E Highway 246, Buellton; 805.688.0676
Steakhouse

Full of Life Flatbread 225 Bell St, Los Alamos; 805.344.4400
American and Pizza

Bell Street Market 406 Bell St, Los Alamos; 805.344.4609
American/Cafe

Original Roadhouse Grill 1423 So Bradley Rd, Santa Maria; 805.614.0586 Steakhouse

Sides Hardware & Shoes - A Brothers Restaurant
2375 Alamo Pintado Ave, Los Olivos; 805.688.4820
New American

Los Olivos Cafe Petros 2860 Grand Ave, Los Olivos; 805.688.7788 Greek American Cuisine

The Ballard Inn 2436 Baseline Ave, Ballard; 805.688.7770
French/Asian Fusion

Trattoria Grappolo 3687 Sagunto St # C, Santa Ynez; 805.688.6899
Italian

Root 246 420 Alisal Road, Solvang; 805.686. 8681
Contemporary American Cuisine

Avant Tapas & Wine 35 Industrial Way, Buellton; 805.686.4742 Contemporary American/Small Plates

Sissys Uptown Cafe 112 South I Street, Lompoc; 805.735.4877 Traditional American Cuisine

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
Julienne 138 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara; 805.845.6488 Contemporary American Cuisine
The Shellfish Company 230 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara; 805.966.6676 Seafood
The Wine Cask 813 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara; 805.966.9463
Contemporary American
Olio Pizzeria 11 W Victoria St. Ste. 21, Santa Barbara; 805.899.2699
Italian Cuisine
Bouchon 9 West Victoria St, Santa Barbara; 805.730.1160
Wine Country Cuisine
CaDario 37 East Victoria St, Santa Barbara; 805.884.9419
Italian Cuisine
Arigato 1225 State St, Santa Barbara; 805.965.6074
Japanese Cuisine
The Stonehouse 900 San Ysidro Ln, Montecito; 805.565.1724
Contemporary American

VENTURA COUNTY
Le Petit Cafe Bakery 1591 Spinnaker Dr #112, Ventura; 805.642.1191
French
Sugar Beets 455 South A St, Oxnard; 805.240.7777
New American Cuisine
La Dolce Vita 740 South B St, Oxnard; 805.486-6878
Italian and Mediterranean Cuisine
Tierra Sur Restaurant 3201 Camino Del Sol, Oxnard; 805.983.1560
Mediterranean
Bella Victorian Bistro 2135 Ventura Blvd, Camarillo; 805.383.8800

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Experience the Innovative Flavors of

Mistura Restaurants Peruvian Cuisine
Tucked just outside of downtown Paso Robles in the picturesque
setting of the River Oaks Golf Course, Mistura Restaurant offers
visitors an incredible fine dining experience, full of both familiar and
exotic flavors. Chef Nicola Allegretta focuses the menu for this
modern Peruvian restaurant on classic Peruvian ingredients while
blending those with the diverse flavor and spices brought to Peru by
its diverse culture. Gastronomic influences in the menu include
Spanish, Italian, Chinese and Japanesemaking for a decadent
dining experience that is sure to please the palate of just about
anyone who appreciates the art of fine, flavorful cuisine.
Whats more, is that the menu is composed of organic produce
mostly grown in the restaurants own gardenand locally sourced
organic, free-range, antibiotic free meats, as well as sustainable
seafood. Mistura not only provides a distinct menu full of flavor and
flare, but does so with the highest quality ingredients for a true farmto-table experience. Embracing classics and experimenting with new
creations, Chef Nicola serves up delicious, artfully-plated dishes.
Try the classic Bolitas Y Palitos, which are yuca croquettes filled
with queso fresco and golden yuca sticks, served with creamy rocoto.
Another delectable dish from the Piqueos (appetizers) portion of
the menu is the Ocopa Andinaorganic potatoes served with ocopa

sauce made with huacatay, a traditional Andean herb, and ahi panda,
peanuts and shrimp. For the main dishes, there is almost nothing
more delicious than the Tira de Lomo al Vino. This dish is composed
of Mistura free-range beef short ribs marinated with chica de jora,
beer, fine spices and aji panca (Peruvian chile pepper), cooked
together in a mild cilantro reduction sauce served with classic golden
yuca and Peruvian beans. The flavor profile of the Tira de Lomo al
Vino is incredible and the textures play on the palate with such grace.
Visit Mistura Restaurant at 700 Clubhouse Drive in Paso Robles.
Thinking about hosting a private dining event or need a caterer to
provide exquisite cuisine for your next party? Dont miss out on
Misturas private catering services, Haute Catering. For more
information, call (805) 238-3333 or visit [Link].
>> BY MELISSA VOGT

PASO ROBLES

SAN LUIS OBISPO

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ts no wonder the people here

call it SLO. No one is in any hurry
in the cafs or on the sidewalks, and
certainly no one is in any rush to
leave. Strangers are genuinely
friendly, always ready to talk about
their favorite hiking trail or
barbecue joint, or to point the way
to the winery with the best Pinot
Noir. Its all part of the SLO life, that
combination of good stuff that
makes visiting here so nourishing to
the soul.

San Luis Obispos unusual natural

beauty, along with its gentle climate,

first attracted the Spanish padres to
the area in the 1700s. In 1772 they
built the fifth of Californias 21
missions here, on the banks of San
Luis Creek, and named it Mission
San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Today,
many consider this the most beautiful of the Spanish missions.

More than 200 wineries produce

critically acclaimed vintages in
Paso Robles, Edna Valley and
Arroyo Grande Valley. Visitors can
head out along the gorgeous
country roads to sip their way
through the vineyards.
For more information on San Luis
Obispo County, go to [Link]
or visit [Link].

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A dedicated tasting attendant

will guide you through
a tasting of five Eos wines
while you enjoy a delicious
catered lunch.
$35 per person
Advance reservations are required.
Please call to schedule
your experience.

2300 AIRPORT ROAD, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446

TASTING ROOM | 805.591.8050 WINE CLUB | 800.249.9463
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SLO Wine Country Unveils Six Themed Tasting Trails

The themed trails include Avila Valley, which
offers a full day of wine tasting at and near the
beach; Backroads, showing off the rolling
vineyards and storybook terrain of Edna Valley;
Urban Wine Trail, featuring SLOs urban tasting
scene; Old Edna & Biddle Ranch, focusing on the
most concentrated vineyard plantings in the region,
highlighting signature local varieties such as Pinot
Noir, Chardonnay and aromatic whites; Arroyo
Grande Valley, the southernmost trail offering
ocean views at one end and rustic hills at the other;
and Points North, highlighting the Rhne and
Bordeaux varieties that thrive in the warmer climes
north.
Muran added that wine trail visitors are invited
to tag #slowinetrail and share their comments,
favorite trails and photos as they explore.

San Luis Obispo (SLO) Wine Country on

Californias Central Coast may be a small
oceanfront region, but the wine tasting possibilities
here are almost limitlessas evidenced by the
unveiling this month of six themed tasting trails.
Now, visitors can build local itineraries around a
range of lifestyles and wine styles, from urban
tasting rooms to beachfront wine tasting. The trails
are highlighted in the new SLO Wine Country
tasting maps, as well as at [Link].
SLO Wine Country is an intimate coastal
region with less than 30 wineries, but theres also a
ton of diversity here, too, said Heather Muran,
executive director of SLO Wine Country. These
wine trails really showcase all that we have to offer,
and they enable you to follow your personal tastes
and timeline as you tour the region.

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Baileyana Winery Daily 10am-5pm, San Luis Obispo, (805) 269-8200

Biddle Ranch Vineyard Thu-Sun 11am-5pm, San Luis Obispo, (805) 543-2399

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Brecon Estate Daily 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-2200

Calcareous Vineyard Daily 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-0289

Castoro Cellars Daily 10am-5:30pm, Templeton, 1-888-238-0725

Chamisal Vineyards Daily 10am-5pm, San Luis Obispo, 805-541-9463

Clautiere Vineyard Thu-Mon 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, 805-237-3789

Donati Family VIneyard Daily 10am-5pm, Templeton, (805) 238-0676

Eberle Winery Daily 10am-6pm (Daily 10am-5pm Winter), Paso Robles, (805) 238-9607

Eos Estate Winery Daily 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 591-8050

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HammerSky Vineyards Thu-Sun 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-0930

Hearthstone Vineyard Thu-Mon 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 238-2544

Hunt Cellars Daily 10:30am-5:30pm, Paso Robles, (805) 237-1600

J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Daily 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-8900

Laetitia Vineyards & Winery Daily 11am-5pm, Arroyo Grande, (805) 481-1772

Le Vigne Winery Sun-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Paso Robles, (805) 227-4000

Michael Gill Cellars Fri-Sun 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 239-1668

Opolo Vineyards Daily 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 238-9593

Peachy Canyon Winery Daily 10am-5:30pm, Templeton, (805) 239-1918

Pelletiere Estate Thu-Mon 11am-5pm, Tue-Wed by Appt, Paso Robles, (805) 239-9432
Red Soles Winery Daily 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 226-9898

Rotta Winery Daily 10:30am-5:30pm, Templeton, (805) 237-0510

Roxo Port Cellars Daily 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 238-1600

Riverstar Vineyards Thu-Mon 11am-5pm, San Miguel, (805) 467-0086

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San Antonio Winery Daily 10am-6pm, Paso Robles, (805) 226-2600

Sinor-LaVallee Fri-Sun 12-6pm, Avila Beach, (805) 459-9595

Stephen Ross Wine Cellars Thu-Sun 11am-5pm, San Luis Obispo, (805) 594-1318

Tackitt Family Vineyards Fri-Sun 12-5pm, San Miguel, (805) 467-9490

Talley Vineyards Daily 10:30am-4:30pm, Arroyo Grande, (805) 489-0446

Vina Robles Daily 10am-6pm (Daily 10am-5pm Winter), Paso Robles, (805) 227-4812

Wild Horse Winery & Vineyards Daily 11am-5pm, Paso Robles, (805) 434-2541

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Good to Know Before

Heading to the Wineries
BY CHARLES NEAVE
For the most part, going wine
tasting is about the easiest thing in
the world, especially in California
where wineries and tasting rooms
abound. Mostly, wine tasting is a
matter of doing a little research and
planning your day. Here are some
tips that have proven to be helpful
and are designed to help make the
sensory adventure of wine tasting all
the more enjoyable.
Before you start off, pack a few
essentials. Water (plenty of water)
and something to snack on
crackers or a baguette. Many
wineries have picnic areas and there
are plenty of delis and bakeries that
can make up a lunch for you, or
make your own.
Be sure to nibble during the day and
make time for lunch. Two tips: drink at
least twice as much water as you do
wine, and remember that you dont
have to drink everything poured
into your glass.
Dont be afraid to ask questions. Time
again I have heard knowledgeable
winery workers say that there is no
such thing as a stupid question, and
they mean that.
You can drink what you want, in the order
you want. If you like reds, say so; if
you dont like sweet wines, speak
up. But the idea of starting with
whites, then going on to reds and
then sweet wines is a good guide.

If there is a particular wine you want to

try and it is not on the list, ask. Most
tasting rooms are happy to pour a
little if you show enthusiasm.

Look for tasting rooms in towns. Many

of these are cooperative tasting
rooms, where in one place you
might find wines from a dozen or
more small-to-medium premium
producers.

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Six Great Glasses on the Central Coast

Enjoy six great glasses on the Central Coast, featuring acclaimed wineries and their best handcrafted
varietals. From the elegant and soft expression of Pinot Noir all the way to rich, decadent Port, the Central
Coast winegrowing regions varying terroir produces elegant wines for every palate.

ZINFANDEL
HAMMERSKY VINEYARDS
In the heart of Paso Robles westside, HammerSky
Vineyards oers it allfrom award winning
wines to hospitality and comfort. Made from
100% estate grown fruit, this Zinfandel is a soft
ruby red with tastes of dark raspberry and a touch
of burnt caramel. The wine starts with bright
acidity and finishes smooth. There is a balance of
ripe fruit and spicy pepper. HammerSky
Zinfandels are distinct to the Linne Calodo
limestone that their vines grow in so happily.
7725 Vineyard Drive | Thurs - Sun 11am-5pm
(805) 239-0930 | [Link]

PETITE SIRAH
RED SOLES WINERY
Bursting with flavors of rich dried blueberry,
complimented by lovely notes of dark chocolate
and freshly roasted coee beans, Red Soles
Winerys Petite Sirah will stop you in your tracks.
Grown in the chalky soil of our Miracles Ranch,
right in the heart of the Willow Creek AVA, our
Petite is a favoritevintage after vintage.
From the dark inky hue, to the fabulously long
and velvety finish, this full bodied wine is a
definite palate pleaser.
3230 Oakdale Road | Daily 11am-5pm
(805) 226-9898 | [Link]

CABERNET SAUVIGNON
HAMMERSKY VINEYARDS
Made from 100% estate grown fruit, this
Cabernet Sauvignon has a beautiful, rich ruby
color with a clean, crisp nose that is full of red
fruit and vanilla. The mouthfeel is rich and full,
while complex flavors of black raspberry,
cinnamon, earth and leather intermingle on the
palate. This is a true Paso Robles Cab with
recognizable HammerSky Vineyards terroir, and
the vines grow in soil that compares favorably
with that of Frances Bordeaux region.
7725 Vineyard Drive | Thurs - Sun 11am-5pm
(805) 239-0930 | [Link]

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SANGIOVESE
PELLETIERE ESTATE VINEYARD & WINERY
Pelletiere Estate is a luxury boutique winery
located on a cozy corner in the heart of the famed
Willow Creek District. Our stunning tasting room
and chic Farmhouse Vacation Rental oer the
complete Paso Robles wine country experience.
The 2010 Sangiovese Riserva possesses deep and
generous color highlights with an aable nose of
warm cherry compote, fresh raspberry and deep
violet. The palate is plush and refined with
creamy oak and a long, nuanced finish.
3280 Township Road | Thu-Mon 11am-5pm
(805) 239-9432 | [Link]

PINOT NOIR
WILD HORSE WINERY
Located in historic Templeton, Wild Horse Winery
was named for the wild mustangs that roamed
the hills east of the vineyard estate. Today,
Wild Horse Winery is known for exceptional
Pinot Noirs. We focus on small vineyards along
the Central Coast in order to bring you the best
the region has to oer. Stop by and try one (or
all five) of our Pinots, including our winery only
reserves.
1437 Wild Horse Winery Court | Daily 11am-5pm
(805) 434-2541 | [Link]

PORT
ROXO PORT CELLARS
Roxo Port Cellars is a family-owned winery
specializing in the production of premium Portstyle wines. Winemaker Je Steele is fueled by a
passion for Old World Port wines and the belief
that they can be mastered in the New World. He
uses only traditional methods and carefully selects
each vineyard based on its location, farming
practices and superior fruit, which is exclusively
handpicked. The result is meticulously balanced,
fruit-forward, Port-style wines.
6996 Peachy Canyon Road | Daily 11am-5pm
(805) 238-1600 | [Link]

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HUNT CELLARS
The Destiny
David Hunts dream of developing on a beautiful wine estate, enjoying and sharing his very own
wines with friends, family and wine enthusiasts has become a reality with Hunt Cellars. With the goal of
creating world-class wines, the Hunt family visited wine regions throughout the Western U.S. before
finding their Destiny set amidst the rolling terrain of Californias enchanting Central Coast. Named
after their (then) newborn daughter, Destiny, the 550-acre estate on Highway 41 in Creston combines
the rich diversity of soils and varying topography with a climate where warm, sunny days are cooled by
the maritime influence of the nearby Pacific Ocean, creating the perfect conditions for growing fullbodied wines of incredible phenolic structure. The estate vineyards plantings of Cabernet Sauvignon,
Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Syrah, Cab Franc, Viognier and Zinfandel are the
core of the winerys portfolio, with a limited production Chardonnay and a Pinot Noir from the Santa
Rita Hills wine region completing the varietals.

Friday, October 16 Sunday, October 18

Enjoy an exclusive vintage Cabernet vertical
tasting with food pairing. A gourmet picnic
lunch will be also be available with live music
on the patio, in addition to the tasting menu
of 12 wines!
Saturday, October 17
Meet David Hunt and experience an intimate,
epicurean, six-course winemaker dinner by
candlelight with live music. This event is
limited to 40 guests, with advance
reservations required. The cost is
$110/person and $95/wine club members.
Please call (805) 237-1600.

Memorable Wines
Both owner and winemaker, David Hunt is committed to crafting memorable wines that one can fully
experience. With complex flavor profiles, the age-worthy wines tantalize the senses as they dance on the
palate with bold fruit overtones, and lush, silky elegance. Combined with intense aromas, the wines are
a sensory explosion. The Hunt Cellars Tasting Room, located on Highway 46 West, features two tasting
menus for guest to indulge in, with both offering award-winning varietals and blends, including three
different Cabernet Sauvignons and a Sauvignon Blanc Port styled like the great Sauternes of Europe.
Upcoming new releases include a Grenache named Let It Be from the Destiny Vineyard that Hunt tasted
numerous times and felt it was perfect just as it was, thus Let It Be.

Music and Wine

The former musician and songwriter has found the perfect way to pay homage to his musical
endeavors by naming his wines Good Vibrations dBlanc, Tango in Paso and Rockin Red to name a few.
All Hunt Cellars wines are available exclusively at the tasting room or online at [Link]. The
Hunt Wine Club features three, four or six bottle options, which ship five times per year.
>> KIM RODRIGUES

HUNT CELLARS
Open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
2875 Oakdale Road, Paso Robles CA 93446
(805) 237-1600 | [Link]
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San Luis Obispo County << Wine Country This Month

Paso Robles Wine Country Comes Alive October 16-18

with the Celebration of Harvest

About Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance

Each year, wine enthusiasts flock to the Paso Robles wine region to
get a first-hand experience of harvest in wine country during the
annual Harvest Wine Weekend event. This three-day celebration
rings in the new vintage with more than 140 Paso Robles wineries
opening their tasting rooms, vineyards and wineries for tours, special
tastings, live music, winemaker dinners and much more. Wine
enthusiasts are invited to experience harvest in full swing October
16-18 in Paso Robles Wine Country.

The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance represents wineries,

growers and businesses in Paso Robles wine country. Centrally
located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, along Californias
Central Coast, Paso Robles wine country is Californias third largest
wine region. It encompasses more than 32,000 vineyard acres and
200 wineries. For more information, visit [Link]. Engage on
social media with @PasoRoblesWine on Twitter using the #pasowine
and #PasoHWW hashtags! Also, find Harvest Wine Weekend on
Facebook!

Grape Stomping, Food Pairings & More

Paso Robles Harvest Facts

Whats more fun than the ceremonial grape stomp during a

harvest celebration? How about wine pairings with bacon, cupcakes
or spices? Wineries get creative during this annual celebration,
bringing new and different activities, educational opportunities and
hands-on fun for Harvest Wine Weekend. Festivities range from
rustic pig roasts to eloquent wine-paired meals in the vineyard and
blending sessions in the cellar to seated seminars with a winemaker.

Average 50 degrees temperature fluctuation from day to night

Has three U.C. Davis climate zones
Over 200 wineries
Over 400 varieties and clones grown
Average sugar levels 24 Brix
Average p/h level 3.5

Plan Your Weekend with [Link]

Wineries have filled in their winery activities on [Link].
With this tool, search by winery, day or activity to see what is
happening throughout the weekend at participating wineries. Harvest
Wine Weekend does not require a ticket, however some of the
wineries may require RSVPs or have fees associated with their events.

Paso Robles Wine Country

Paso Robles wine country is centrally located halfway in between
Los Angeles and San Francisco, so be sure to book your
accommodations now, as they will fill up fast. Visit the lodging page
on [Link] to view all types available, including hotels, bed
and breakfasts, vacation rentals and more. Take advantage of your
time in wine country by designating a driver, or visit the
transportation section of [Link] to find a touring company in
Paso Robles wine country.

Use the App

During Harvest Wine Weekend, explore Paso Robles Wine
Country on the go with the free iPhone app! Use the app to discover
wineries, restaurants, hotels, and winery events right at your
fingertips. Plus, use the favorites section to remember all the fantastic
wines from your visit and many more exciting features.
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Tips for Making the Most of Your Weekend

In order to make the most of your getaway to Paso Robles wine
country, it is important to plan ahead and keep some tips in mind
that will lead to a safe visit and hopefully many return trips.
Remember the 4 Ss of Responsible Tasting: Swirl, Smell, Sip
and Spit! This method is a great way to sample many different wines
and will also allow you to continue enjoying the flavor of your wine
experience during lunch and dinner.
Taste the Town: Plan to complement the the wine you taste by
visiting one of the many restaurants and specialty shops in Paso
Robles Wine Country. Plan ahead and order a box lunch or call
ahead to the wineries on your itinerary since many may not provide a
dining option.
Transportation: Always remember to designate a driver or plan
for tour transportation, limo or a taxi to take you through Paso
Robles Wine Country. Click on Plan Your Visit to the left to locate
the different transportation providers in Paso Robles Wine Country.
Hydrate Yourself: Drink plenty of water! You will be doing a bit
of walking while enjoying wine country and the weather can be quite
warm in October.
Plan for the Weather: Paso Robles often experiences warm days
and cool nights during the months of May - October. Beginning in
November, the weather will begin to cool down and much needed
rain will begin to fall. Remember that barrel rooms and cellars are
temperature controlled, so don't feel silly bringing along a sweater
you may need it!

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Westside Paso Robles Wineries

Brecon Estate
Unique, Small-Production Varietal Offerings on Paso Robles Westside
Brecon Estate opened their doors a mere 17 months ago and has
amassed over 32 Golds/Double Golds and Platinum medals, not
including four recent 90+ scores from [Link]. These
stellar reviews are no surprise from Welsh Winemaker Damian
Grindley, who as a long track record of producing international,
award-winning wines. Current varietal releases include, Reserve
Cabernet Sauvignon, Conviction (White Rhone Blend), Forty Two
(Red Rhone Blend), Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, Syrah, Grenache and
two newly released 2014 white wines Albarino and a
Viognier/Grenache Blanc blend. The many microclimates of the
Central Coast region allow for this wide range of varietals and each
wine is a true representation of the soil and climate of its vineyard
site. Brecon Estate produces these varietals with fruit grown in the
larger Central Coast appellation as well as the appellations of Paso
Robles and Monterey.
Production at Brecon Estate is sold exclusively on site through
their tasting room. Each wine is fermented in small batches after
being selected from their own vineyards as well other high-end
parcels on the Central Coast. Brecons vineyards are home to some of
the first plantings of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc vines in
the original Adelaida district of Paso Robles. The roots of the
Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards are old enough to have reached deep
into the ground and as a result, the vines have been dry-farmed for
the past four years. It is amongst these vineyards that Brecons newly
designed, contemporary winery sits along the stunning Vineyard
Drive.
In their warm and inviting tasting room, located at 7450 Vineyard
Drive in Paso Robles, guests can enjoy wine tasting daily between

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11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Outside of the tasting room, guests can
relax and picnic beneath stately oak trees, view the gnarly old vines
and enjoy new releases of Brecon Estate. Their tasting menu is a true
escape from reality - an experience worth indulging in - full of
delicious, hand crafted wines.
Guests can also host events and weddings at Brecon Estate. For
more information, visit [Link].

BRECON ESTATE
7450 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles
Open Daily 11am-5pm
805-239-2200 | [Link]
A new truly undiscovered boutique winery. Handcrafted,
award-winning wines, Internationally acclaimed
winemaker, mature "oh-so" relaxing gardens and famed Architects. Come explore and enjoy.
PEACHY CANYON WINERY
1480 North Bethel Road, Templeton
Open Daily 10am-5:30pm and by appointment
805-239-1918 | [Link]
Were celebrating 25 years of amazing winemaking at Peachy Canyon, where
weve been making Paso Robles wine history since 1988. Come enjoy our
award-winning estate Zinfandels alongside exciting small lot blends. Were
proud to be Westside originals.

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TALLEY VINEYARDS
Award-Winning Wines & Commitment to the Community

Wine Tasting Flights

The Core Flight: Includes Talley Estate Pinot
Noir and Chardonnay for $10.
The Distinctive Flight: Highlights limited
release or single vineyard wines for $18.

In the Beginning
Reserve Tasting
in Historic Adobe
Talley Vineyards is now offering tastings in their
historic El Rincon Adobe. Built in the 1860s, the
Adobe provides an excellent setting for seated
tastings for groups of two to six. Enjoy a selection
of their current release Chardonnay and Pinot
Noir, with assorted crudits.

When Oliver Talley began planting peppers, lemons, avocados and cabbages in the Arroyo Grande
Valley in 1948, he couldnt have envisioned the impact his family would have on the local community
and Central Coast. What was once a vegetable farm, has now evolved into one of the regions most
respected, award-winning wineries, as well as a prominent pillar of the community.
Thirty four years after Oliver planted vegetables, his son Don planted the first wine grapes; four
years later, Talley Vineyards was born. Today, Brian Talley, Olivers grandson, and his wife Johnine,
oversee Talley Vineyards. Brian and Johnine are committed to carrying on the family tradition of
quality and sustainable farming, and are totally involved in giving back to the local community.

Award-Winning Wines

Open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

3031 Lopez Drive, Arroyo Grande CA 93420
(805) 489-0446 | [Link]
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Since the initial 450-case release in 1986, the Talley family has built a reputation creating highly
rated and eagerly sought after, finely crafted wines. Today, 150 planted acres produce approximately
36,000 cases, with grapes being farmed from six distinctive SIP certified vineyards in the Arroyo
Grande and Edna Valleys. Talley offers a wide selection of estate varietals, and their cornerstone wines
are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Each separate wine is reflective of the specific terroir from their
individual vineyards on the Central Coast. Sip and taste Talley wines in their picturesque tasting room,
overlooking the local landscape and vineyards. Their reputation is well earned, and Talley wines have
been featured at the White House for various eventsseveral of the menus are proudly displayed on
the tasting room walls.

Annual Marianne Talley Fun Run

Marianne Talley, Brians sister, born in 1967, was an avid,
dedicated athlete at Arroyo Grande High School, USC and CAL POLY
SLO. Marianne participated in a variety of sports and was committed
to improving health and fitness, starting her own health fitness and
personal training business following graduation from Cal Poly with a
Masters in Wellness Management. Marianne passed away in 1993 at
the age of 25; shortly after her death, the Annual Marianne Talley Fun
Run was establishedits purpose is to subsidize college scholarships
for athletes from Arroyo Grande High School. Held every year in
June, to date over $225,000 in scholarships has been awarded to
local athletes.

Special Events & Community Commitment

One of the most important aspects of the Talley vision is their
involvement with the community. Special events are a mainstay,
which include the Summer Concert Series (1:00 to 4:00 p.m. every
other Sunday), olive oil tastings from local producer Robbie Robbins,
picnics in the vineyards, and a variety of club member benefits that
include pick-up parties and barrel room tastings.

Visiting Talley Vineyards

Talley Vineyards is still a family run operation, immersed in the
community, dedicated to producing quality wines, and involved in
every aspect of local agriculture for the betterment of all. To truly
learn about Talley Vineyards, their wines, events and the Talley
family, a visit to their tasting room is a must.
Whether you are a local or out of town visitor, Talley Vineyards
has a wine for every palate and an experience to satisfy every different
kind of visitor that walks in through the tasting room doors.
>> BY DON SONDERLING

Mano Tinta
Possibly the most satisfying and important Talley events are the
two annual fundraisers. Good land grows good grapes, but a
dedicated crew of vineyard and farm workers is necessary to make it
all happen. In 2004, Talley started The Fund for Vineyard and Farm
Workers. This charity provides grants to nonprofit organizations in
San Luis Obispo County that support vineyard and farm workers
who tend the vineyards, and the funds help the workers in every
aspect of their lives from housing to education. Each year, Talley
releases their Mano Tinta wine; this year, they have released both a
red and white Mano Tinta wine. Local growers and vintners donate
all the materials, including grapes for production, and Talley donates
all the profits to The Fund.

Perfect Pairs

BY MELISSA VOGT

CHAMISAL VINEYARDS
2013 Estate Chardonnay
Paired with Arugula Pesto Pasta
When pairing Chardonnay, many will automatically reach for
fish or shellfish, but the truth is, there are many different kinds of
food that pair exceptionally well with Chardonnay. For instance,
Chamisal Vineyards, located in San Luis Obispo and specializing in
handcrafted Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, has created an excellent
pasta dish that perfectly complements their 2013 Estate
Chardonnay.
As the first vineyard planted in San Luis Obispo Countys Edna
Valley in 1973, the 2013 Estate Chardonnay has great lineage in the
area. Today, the vineyard boasts an impressive five grape varieties
and twenty-five clonal selections. The Chardonnay vines, from
which this wine is made, are planted in calcareous, clay-rich soils,
which produces exceptional fruit with great complexity and
concentration on the palate. After being harvested, the grapes for
this wine were aged in a combination of French oak casks and
tanks, then aged in 40% new French and Hungarian oak barrels.
Luscious in texture and creamy in body, this 2013 Estate
Chardonnay is a wonderful accompaniment to the gemelli pasta
with zucchini, nioise olives, sheeps milk ricotta and arugula pesto.
The creamy ricotta cheese, briny olives and peppery arugula are
excellently matched to the intense flavor profile of the
Chardonnaybringing balance, juxtaposition and complementary
flavors together for a delightful pairing.
Nioise olives, zucchini and gemelli pasta, served over sheeps
milk ricotta and toasted breadcrumbs, makes for a textured and
delicious dish to serve alongside Chamisal Vineyards 2013 Estate
Chardonnay. The briny olives and flavorful zucchini work well with
the fruit flavors of candied pineapple and green pluot in the wine,
while the crisp acidity and mineral-filled finish really mingle well
with the peppery flavors of the arugula and toasted breadcrumbs.
Texturally, the creamy ricotta matches the luscious body of the
wine, making for a very round mouthfeel.
To pick up a bottle of Chamisal Vineyards 2013 Estate
Chardonnay to pair with this recipe, visit the estate tasting room at
7525 Orcutt Road in San Luis Obispoopen daily from 10:00 a.m.
to 5:00 [Link] purchase online at [Link].
For more information about Chamisal Vineyards, email
website@[Link] or call (866) 808-9463.
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ARUGULA PESTO PASTA

(SERVES 6-8 PEOPLE)

INGREDIENTS
1 pound of dried gemelli pasta
1 cup chopped, pitted nicoise olives
2 cups sheeps milk ricotta
1 tablespoon of olive oil
4 cups of zucchini, cut into rounds inch thick
1/2 cup of toasted breadcrumbs
2 cups of arugula pesto (recipe below)
DIRECTIONS
1. Have pesto made ahead of time.
2. Bring salted water to boil.
3. Add pasta to water.
4. Saut zucchini in the olive oil over medium high heat; when cooked, reserve warm.
5. Strain pasta when cooked and reserve cup of cooking liquid.
6. Add pasta back to pan with reserved water, olives and zucchini then, stir in pesto.
7. Serve pasta in bowls and garnish with breadcrumbs and ricotta.
ARUGULA PESTO INGREDIENTS
4 cups of arugula
1 cup parsley
1 cup basil
2 cups grated parmesan
salt to taste

1/2 cup of pine nuts

1 + 1/2 cups of olive oil
1 clove of garlic microplaned
2 tablespoons of lemon juice

DIRECTIONS
1. Combine all ingredients in food processor or high speed blender and blend until smooth
2. Season to taste with salt and serve!
*Recipe courtesy of Chef Peter Janiak.

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Avila Beach Wineries

Iconic coastal views define the San Luis Obispo coastline, but no vista is quite as grand as the lookout from

Avila Beach. Sloping hills dip down towards the harbor, which is home to three pierstwo of which are open to

the public, and feature restaurants with menus full of fresh seafood. At local winery tasting rooms, friendly staff
pour a diverse collection of stunning Central Coast wines; take a sip while taking in the picturesque views.

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Wine Tasting in Santa Barbara County

A Spirit and Passion for Winemaking

Bien Nacido Vineyard | Photograph by Jeremy Ball

n the southern end of the Central Coast appellation, lies Santa Barbara Countys historic
wine growing region. The first vineyard production in these rolling coastal hills dates
back to 1782, when Junipero Serra planted vines on Mission land. About a hundred years later,
there was 260 acres of luscious vineyards and seventeen winemakers in Santa Barbara
County. Sadly, the Prohibition Era destroyed many of these historic vineyard sites and mostly
put an end to winemaking in the regionas was the case in many of the beautiful winegrowing regions across the state. With that being said, the spirit and passion for winemaking
never left Santa Barbara County, and this wine growing region is alive and well today. Talented
winemakers are producing outstanding and pure terroir driven wines from the five American
Viticultural Areas (AVAs), planted mostly to Burgundian, Rhne and Bordeaux grape varieties.
Although the movie Sideways is said to have put San Barbara Countys wine growing
region on the map in 2004, especially the Santa Maria Valley AVA, it is the high quality of the
wine across the county that has continued to uphold this bountiful regions reputation.
Sprawling vineyards and gently rolling hills create a picturesque scene for visitors and locals
alike, who visit the many wineries, tasting rooms and wine bars in the area. In the five AVAs,
wine tasters will find a nice range of wine styles amongst the Burgundian, Rhne and
Bordeaux varietals that are produced.
In the more northern region, cool climate Burgundian varietals reign, such as Pinot Noir
and Chardonnay, due to the maritime influence. This ensures a long temperate growing
season which the Burgundian varietals crave. With ample amount of sunlight, the grapes ripen
very slowlyperfect for producing terroir driven wines with pure varietal characteristics. In
the southern region, there is more of a diurnal shift with warmer nights and cooler days. This
area sees less fog and has different soil types than what is found closer to the coast. The
Bordeaux and Rhne varieties flourish in this warmer climate and the sandy soils with limestone and chalk impart a wonderfully desirable minerality in the wines.
The wineries in Santa Barbara County boast a concentration of incredibly passionate and
talented winemakers; join them year round at their many events, celebrations and festivals, as
well as in their tasting rooms.

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Barbieri Wines
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Carhartt
Carina Cellars
Cinque Stelle
Consilience
Daniel Gehrs
Dreamcte Wine Co
Tessa Marie
Figueroa Mtn Brewing Co
Kaena
Longoria
Pacific Ridge
Refugio
Saarloos & Sons
Samsara
Semler Malibu Family Wines
Stolpman
Tensley
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Andrew Murray Tasting Room Daily 11-5, Los Olivos, (805) 693-9644

A single bottle contains:

750 ml of wine which is 25.6 ounces
made from about 2.4 pounds of
grapes (39 oz.) and is enough for
four or maybe five glasses.

Bedford Winery Daily 11-5, Los Alamos, (805) 344-2107

gallons) made from 740 pounds of

grapes which works out to almost
but not precisely - 24 cases of wine.

Byron Daily 11-5, Los Olivos, (805) 938-7365

Cali Love Wine M 11-7, Tu-Th 12-7, Fr 12-8, Sa 11-8, Su 11-7, Solvang, (805) 688-1678

Cambria Estate Winery Daily 10-5, Santa Maria, (805) 805-937-8091

Carivintas Winery Mon-Fri 12-7, Sat-Sun 11-7, Solvang, (805) 693-4331

Other

Costa De Oro Winery Daily 11-6, Fri 11-8, Santa Maria, (805) 922-1468

Deep Sea (Conway Family) Sun-Wed 12-8, Thu-Sat 12-9, Santa Barbara, (805) 618-1185

Dragonette Cellars Thu-Mon 11-5, Los Olivos, (805) 693-0077

Firestone Vineyard Daily 10-5; Tours 11:15, 1:15 & 3:15, Los Olivos, (805) 688-3940

Fontes & Phillips Thu-Sun 12-5, Santa Ynez, (805) 688-2200

Foley Wines Daily 10-5, Lompoc, (805) 737-6222

Coquelicot Daily 11-5, Sat 10-5, Los Olivos, (805) 688-1500

Frequency Wines Fri-Sun 12-6, Los Alamos, (805) 344-1222

J Ludlow Daily 11-5, Los Olivos, (805) 688-8989

LaMontagne Winery Fri-Sun 12-5, Lompoc, (805) 291-6643

Buttonwood Farm Winery Daily 11-5, Solvang, (805) 688-3032

Casa Cassara Sun-Thu 12-6, Fri-Sat 12-7:30, Solvang, (805) 688-8691

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Larner Vineyard & Winery Daily 11-5, Los Olivos, (805) 688-8148
Lincourt Vineyards Daily 10-5, Solvang, (805) 688-8554

Lions Peak Vineyards Mon-Fri 11-7, Sat-Sun 11-8, Solvang, (805) 693-5466

Loring Wine Co./Cargasacchi Thu-Mon 10-4:45, Buellton, (805) 691-1300

A case of wine includes: A dozen 750

ml bottles (or 24 half bottles) or 307.2
ounces total, which comes from 30
pounds of grapes.

An acre of vineyards land can give the

grower: Five tons of grapes (though it is
also less, depending on a variety of farming
and winemaking practices, and on the varietal and the vineyards location) which will
give you 797 gallons of juice (or thirteenand-a-half barrels) which is pretty close to
four thousand bottles of wine.

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Lucky Dogg Winery Sun-Thu 12-6, Fri-Sat 12-7:30, Solvang, (805) 691-9774

Martian Ranch & Vineyard Wed-Sun 11-5, Los Alamos, (805) 344-1804

Qup Daily 11-5, Los Olivos, (805) 686-4200

Scott Cellars Fri-Sun 11-4, Lompoc, (805) 736-6161

Toretti Family Vineyard Thu-Mon 12-5:30, Los Olivos, (805) 688-8002

Turiya Wines Open by appt only, Lompoc, (805) 478-7016

Zaca Mesa Daily 10-4, Los Olivos, (805) 688-9339 x308

Zotovich Cellars Fri-Sun 10-4, Lompoc, (805) 736-1600

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A Walk Around Tasting is a

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

Another popular tasting experience that can be part of a tour or a

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

Why make an appointment?

[Link]

Barrel Tasting

A Sit Down Tasting usually

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

Walk Around Tasting

The most common tasting experience is a Wine Bar Tasting. You

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

Sit Down Tasting

Wine Bar Tasting

Some wineries are so small that

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

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Artisan Cookie Pairing at Loring Wines

Brian Loring plainly states, my obsession is Pinot Noir, and
unabashedly describes himself as a Pinot freak. His sister, Kimberly,
is co-owner and co-winemaker, and shares his passion for Pinot.
Pouring a variety of highly rated Pinots in their tasting room on
Highway 246 in Buellton, the Lorings strive to bring their love of
Pinots to their guests. Sourcing grapes from twelve distinctive
vineyards throughout Californiastretching from the Sonoma Coast
to Santa Barbarathey produce Pinots reflective of each vineyards
individual terroir, microclimate and specific clones. Of the diverse
range of Pinots offered, Brian states, It would be boring if everything
we made tasted the same.
Begin your tasting at the counter in the tasting room, relax in the
lounge area, or sit on the front patio. The tasting room team will
guide you through your choice of the Regular Tasting Flight or the
Reserve Single Vineyard Flight. Taste and compare the diversity
between different AVAs from Northern California through the Central
Coast. All wines currently poured have received impressive ratings
from highly respected wine publications; as April Pharoah the tasting
room manager says, We have high quality, approachable wines for
any level of wine enthusiast to enjoy in a relaxed and friendly
atmosphere.
Loring and Mela Foods have designed a special Artisan Cookie
Pairing Experience to enjoy with either wine flight. These excellently
handcrafted, special cookies perfectly complement the stunning
collection of Loring wines. The cookie flight includes lemon
pistachio; cherry shortbread; manchego and toasted walnut biscuit;
goat Gouda biscuit; and chocolate sea salt caramel cookie.
To sip and savor the variations of California Pinot Noir from six
distinctive California AVAs, visit Loring Wine Company in Buellton
and dont forget to experience the new Artisan Cookie Pairing!
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JALAMA WINES
308 North 9th Street, Unit C, Lompoc, CA 93436
(805) 735-8937 | Friday Sunday 12-5pm & by appointment
Jalama Wines produces small lots, with a focus on vineyard
designated wines. When you have one of these, youll know it is
something special and unique.
LAMONTAGNE WINERY
1509 E Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc
(805) 291-6643 | [Link]
Friday Sunday 12-5pm
Their family name, LaMontagne, meaning the Mountain,
appropriately describes their quest to produce wines of
exceptional quality that represent the vintage and the place in
which they were grown.
SCOTT CELLARS
316 North F Street, Lompoc | Friday Sunday 11am-4pm
(805) 736-6161 | [Link]
Specializing in vineyard designate Sangioveses and our
lavish Cuvees, we produce ultra rich California style wines.
Our Sangioveses are dense with fruit and the Cuvees are
silky smooth. Private tastings by appointment.

Zotovich Estate Vineyard & Winery

Zotovich Estate Vineyard & Winery may be a small, family-run

TURIYA WINES
entity, but its handcrafted wines produce big results. Wine critic
316 North F. Street, Lompoc | By appointment only
Stephen Tanzer gave Zotovichs 2011 Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and
(805) 478-7016 | [Link]
Syrah a high rating each receiving 92 points.
Turiya Wines is a producer of ultra boutique wines from the Central Coast of
California. Turiya is determined to create rare, fine-tuned, focused wines, both
The road to success wasnt easy, however. Steve Zotovich said that
blends as well as extremely limited releases of single cultivars. Reds only.
he didnt walk into a ready-made and profitable vineyard. When he
first bought the vineyard in 2004, it needed a lot of work. The weeds
ZOTOVICH ESTATE VINEYARD & WINERY
300 North 12th Street, Unit 1D, Lompoc
in the vineyard were taller than the vines, he said. He removed a
( 805) 736-1600 | [Link]
grove of eucalyptus, and made many other improvements. We
Friday Sunday10am-4pm
started out grassroots to get to where we are today, Zotovich said.
A family owned and operated boutique winery.
He credits winemakers Dan Schuler-Jones and Ryan Zotovich with
"We grow, produce and bottle estate Syrah, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Were new to the Lompoc Wine Ghetto. Stop in to meet us!"
emphasizing the production of serious wines. Dan and Ryan created
a team when they joined Zotovich with a focus
on experimenting and producing distinctive
wines. Stephen Tanzers ratings of Zotovich
wines show that others find their varietals
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Zotovichs tasting room is distinctive as well.
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Santa Maria Wineries & Restaurants

Original Roadhouse Grill
Boasts Mouth-Watering Grill Menu
Original Roadhouse Grill boasts a mouth-watering grill menu,
full-service saloon, satellite horse racing and lets you throw your
empty peanut shells on the ground.
The Original Roadhouse Grill prides itself on an extensive menu
that features favorites such as slow-roasted bourbon tri-tip, fall-offthe-bone baby back ribs and fresh, hand-cut steaks from high-quality
USDA Midwestern beef. 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 and burgers.
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 $12.99, over 20 menu
items under $10. The daily Happy Hour features a selection of items
from 2:00. to 7:00 p.m. on weekdays and 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on
Saturdays and Sundays.

Thursday through Sunday, racing fans can enjoy the Official

California Wagering Facility in a separate and newly enclosed bar,
dining and patio area.
The Original Roadhouse Grill is located at 1423 South Bradley
Road in Santa Maria. They are open from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sunday through Thursday, and 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Friday and
Saturday.
For more information about upcoming specials and events, visit
[Link] or call (805) 614-0586.

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Bedford Winery
For the adventurous that seek the uncommon and are captivated
by character, go to Bedford Winery in Los Alamos. Along with barrel
fermented Chardonnays and signature Syrahs, there are also
surprises. One may discover lesser known varietals such as
Mourvdre, Cabernet Franc or dry Riesling. You might taste a wellaged library selection.
After more than thirty years in the field, winemaker Stephan
Bedford is still full of enthusiasm. He enjoys the hands-on mechanics
of winemaking. Using time-honored techniques, he creates wines
with personality and depth. Eclectic, off-beat and forgotten varietals
fuel his passion and creativity. His limited edition wines are available
primarily at the tasting room, which is open daily from 11:00 a.m.
to 5:00 p.m., sometimes longer depending on the season.
The tasting rooms rustic ambience invites you to focus in on the
wines and encourages dialog on a variety of topics with the well-read
Bedford staff. A generous garden courtyard is well suited for a relaxed
picnic. This is what wine tasting should be: wines that are not main
stream, an unrushed, intimate atmosphere and great conversation.
Bedford Winery is also known for out of the ordinary events.
From Mushrooms Gone Wild and historical readings with era specific
food, to original theatrical presentations by the talented Bedford
Players; plan on enlightened stimulation, smiling and thinking while
sipping Bedford wine.
Take the path less traveled and visit tiny downtown Los Alamos.
This quirky but friendly town harkens back to a bygone era, and now
its attracting maverick business owners and artists. It offers the
perfect laid back setting to enjoy your ultimate wine experience.

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BEDFORD WINERY
For the adventurous that seek the uncommon, go to Bedford
Winery. Along with barrel fermented Chardonnays and signature
Syrahs, there is always the surprise of lesser known varietals.
448 Bell St, Los Alamos | (805) 344-2107
[Link] | Daily 11am - 5pm.
BELL STREET FARM EATERY & MARKET
Bell Street Farm is a culinary destination in Santa Barbara County
wine country. This delicious eatery/market is located in Los Alamos,
California and is surrounded by gorgeous vineyards and farmland.
With the freshest cuisine and comfortable design, Bell Street Farm is
the perfect place to enjoy a meal, snack or a wine tasting.
406 Bell Street, Los Alamos | (805) 344-4609 | [Link]
Friday - Saturday 11am-6pm, Sunday - Monday 11am-5pm
MARTIAN RANCH & VINEYARD
Martian Ranch & Vineyard is a biodynamic vineyard and estate winery
located just one mile south of Los Alamos on Alisos Canyon Road.
Visit us and enjoy an out-of-this-world experience! The tasting room
will celebrate its second anniversary in October 2015.
9110 Alisos Canyon Rd, Los Alamos | (805) 344-1804
[Link] | Wednesday Sunday 11am-5pm
FREQUENCY WINES
A family run operation, Frequency Wines
produces Santa Barbara County Rhne
varietals. Initially envisioned by Almond
Wasserman in 2010, she recruited her brother
Zac to be the winemaker, and her mother Maria to manage the tasting room and cellar club. Zac is
currently the Assistant Winemaker at Tensley Wines,
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wines are evolving into beautiful examples of Santa Barbara County classics as the brand finds top
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shopping. What you will find are bucolic lazy roads which undulate
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however, California, and that means a greater cornucopia of other
varietals such as Sauvignon Blanc, Negrette, Sylvaner, Sangiovese and
Cabernet Franc which can also be found on the tasting lists
showcasing the assortment of grapes that thrive here.
Most of the wineries have picnic areas; some large and open and
some small and secluded you just need to take your pick. When
visiting the trail its advisable to bring water with you and food as
there are no restaurants and many of the wineries are spread out. By
visiting this unique wine trail youll get in touch with the exceptional
wines of Santa Barbara and at the same time, step back into historic
California.
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with family, friends and a bottle of wine.
Lincourt was founded by Bill Foley in
1996 and he has four estate vineyards
located within the Sta. Rita Hills and Santa
Ynez Valley regions of Santa Barbara.
Lincourt began when Bill Foley fell in love
with the rugged coastline, picturesque towns,
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grapes in the Sta. Rita Hills region, it was
largely undiscovered. Today of course it is
one of Californias most coveted, coolclimate, viticultural regions and the Lincourt
wines are produced entirely from their two
estate vineyards within that AVA. They are
rolling hillside sites that offer diurnal
temperature swings and long growing
seasons making the wines rich, structured,
fruit forward and regionally exact.
Inside, the tasting room has refinished
wood floors, a new tasting bar, and lighting
fixtures, all still reminiscent of its 1920s
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between Solvang and Los Olivos, Lincourt
Winery retains the rural charm and
simplicity of an earlier era; its one of the
reasons people flock to this region. This was
once a dairy property and the old farmhouse
- an original 1926 Sears Craftsman kit home
which sold for around $400 at the time serves as one of the most unique and historic
tasting rooms in all of Santa Barbara. The

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holidays. Best of all are the new release

wines, which are named after the proprietors
daughters, like their Lindsays Pinot Noir a
hard harvested beauty which spends 11-14
months in barrel to give it additional
complexity, and Courtneys Chardonnay.
Courtneys Vineyard is one of Santa Barbaras
most historic properties, originally part of the
Spanish Land Grant. Its a beautiful southfacing hillside which climbs from 500 to
1,000 feet above sea level and features 59
individual micro-blocks delineated by soil
type, elevation, grade and exposure to the
maritime winds off the Pacific Ocean. That
means you need to try this Chardonnay!
Theres also their Steel Chardonnaynamed
for the fact that there was no barrel time, but
instead fermented in stainless steel giving it

more crisp citrus flavors, and old favorites

like their Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah and
Cabernet Sauvignon.
Unwind, listen to local live music, and of
course savor great wine and food at the "Hip
Sips" concert series every Sunday from
12:00-3:00pm through October 25th. The
winery has events throughout the year so
check out the website for more information.
Every winery has a wine club but
Lincourts is unique. In addition to the five
shipments annually, and the generous 30%
discount, the best part is reciprocity; free
tastings and discounts at 10 other tasting
rooms owned by Foley Family Wines
stretching from Santa Barbara to Napa and
Sonoma. Bottle prices at Lincourt range from
$18 to $50, so stop by the historic house and

sample this seductive juice. Tasting fees start

at $10. Lincourt is located at 1711 Alamo
Pintado, just outside of Solvang and is open
daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact the
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J Ludlow Vineyard
Small Production and Dedication to Craft
J Ludlow Vineyard, up in the idyllic Los
Olivos area, is the home away from home for
owners Allan and Jane Jones. Originally from
Cardiff, Wales, the couple fell in love with
the Santa Ynez Valley during one of their
many trips to California. Stumbling upon a
beautiful ranch in Happy Canyon, they
quickly developed an interest in wine,
purchasing Westerly Stud Farm in 2007.
Keeping production small, their dedication
to their craft is evident by their numerous
awards and recent accolades.

Los Olivos Tasting Room

Their Los Olivos tasting room, opened
April 2014, is a new player in the area,
producing delightful and memorable wines
unique to the Los Olivos region. With high
ceilings, big windows, and a welcoming
atmosphere, it is the perfect place to grab a
glass of their award-winning wine. Sourcing
most of their grapes from Camp 4 and La
Presa Vineyards in the Valley, the winery
strives to keep things local and family-run,
dedicated to great taste and a sheer enjoyment
of wine.

Looking Ahead
In the near future, J Ludlow plans to plant
more than 80 acres of their grapes, focusing
predominately on Bordeaux varietals of
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon
Blanc. When choosing varietals, they wanted

wines that would highlight varietals

uncommon to the region, while sharing their
passion for French wines. Though the
couples background is in coffee production,
they have successfully transformed a new
agricultural product blending their taste
and passion for the region.

All in the Family

Family ties inspire each varietal, including
their wine club aptly entitled The Old
Ludlowdian. One of their most popular
sellers, Kemsley Cabernet Sauvignon is
named after Allan, who holds the prestigious
title of Lord Kemsley in Great Britain. The
winery itself is named after the street Allan
was born on. And of course, the 2008 Jane
Merlot, a gold medal winner at the Los

Angeles International Wine Competition, is

named after his beloved wife. Other unique
wine club highlights include a Pinot Grigio
and Primitivo Rose, perfect for any summer
picnic.
Heavily involved in charity, the jigsaw
logo signifies their commitment to fighting
autism and Aspergers worldwide (a common
symbol in healthcare and popular culture).
In their native country, Allan and Jane Jones
own Beechwood College, a specialist
residential college for students dealing with
these very conditions. They also work closely
with the Koegel Autism Center at UC Santa
Barbara and make a donation to the center
for every botle of Sauvignon Blanc sold in the
tasting room.

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Larner Vineyard & Winery Strives for Balance and Harmony

Our wines are driven by the
soil they are derived from, says
winemaker Michael Larner. As a
geologist I feel that our soils
speak louder than what I could
craft in the winery, however as a
winemaker my influence is more
European having worked in both
France and Italy, I strive for
balance and harmony coupled

with age-worthy quality wines.

Every wine made locally
inspires all of us to greatness,
says Larner. As a founder of the
new Ballard Canyon AVA in
Santa Barbara County, Larner
and his family-run winery is
home to their 34-acre estate
planted to Syrah, Grenache,
Mourvdre and Viognier. As a

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small tribute to their Italian

heritage, the Larners also have
one block of Malvasia Bianca.
But it is Syrah where Larner
shines. We feel Syrah is our
champion as it is best suited on
our estate and represents the
AVA as the strongest varietal, he
says. We are special because of
our natural acidity at harvest,
promoting longevity and
balance. By selling their grapes
before they ever made wine they
helped establish the vineyards
reputation for quality. In a sense
we did things backwards,
Larner admits but he strongly
believes that what sets them
apart is his strict growers
philosophy that distinguishes
wines made from those grapes.

We have farmed grapes for

dozens of excellent, boutique
winemakers over the past
decade, many of whom use the
Larner Vineyard designation on
their wines, Michael says. And
though he uses much of the fruit
for his own wines, his grapes are
still in high demand.
Larner is a small lot producer
and their tasting room is open
daily, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. and is located at 2900
Grand Avenue in Los Olivos.
Contact them directly at (805)
688-8148 and ask about a
private tour, or visit the website
[Link].
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Lucky Dogg Winery: A Favorite, Go-To Destination in Solvang

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Rancho Olivos: Fresh Olive Oil Brings Out Fall Flavors

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Farm owners Shannon Casey
and John Copeland planted
several acres of olives years ago
and are proud to provide
authentic olive oils to their
customers. I love to get back
into the kitchen in the fall,
where I make a roasted squash
and carrot soup, states Casey.
I use olive oil to roast the
vegetables and also add a little
dash of flavored oil to finish the
dish. It is an easy way to add a
lot of flavor.
That flavor comes from fresh
oil, which is not typically found
on supermarket shelves. Casey
and Copeland grow several
different varieties of olives on
their farm. The olive trees on
their property include the
Arbequina, a Spanish variety;

five Italian varieties; and

Mission, a Californian varietel.
All of the Rancho Olivos
olive oils are grown, harvested,
milled and bottled in Santa
Ynez, and are also extra virgin,
which is the highest grade of
olive oil classification. Shannon
also makes her own blend of
different ages of balsamic
vinegar for their proprietary
blend. Also grown on the farm
are seasonal fruits and
vegetables that are for sale.
Currently, they have organically
grown peppers and spicy Fresno
chilis.
The Rancho Olivos website
has a lot of Caseys recipes, in a
downloadable pdf form. Check
out pumpkin stuffed with
everything good.
Rancho Olivos is open for

complimentary olive oil tastings

Monday through Thursday from
12:00 to 4:00 p.m., and from
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fridays
through Sundays; they are
located at 2390 North Refugio
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Alma Sol Winery (818) 231-2749

1321 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, #108, Thousand Oaks

Fri 6-9pm, Sat 1-6pm, Sun 2-5pm

Cantara Cellars (805) 484-9600

126 North Wood Road, #104, Camarillo

Thu-Sun 11am-6pm

Four Brix Winery (805) 256-6006

2290 Eastman Ave, #109, Ventura

Fri 4-8pm, Sat-Sun 12-5pm

Herzog Wine Cellars (805) 983-1560

3201 Camino Del Sol, Oxnard

Sun-Thu 10:30am-9pm, Fri 10:30am-4pm

Magnavino Cellars (805) 983-2500

961 North Rice Ave, #5, Oxnard

Most Fridays 5-8pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 12-6pm

Panaro Brothers Winery (805) 654-1577

4517 Market St, #7, Ventura

Fri 3-7pm, Sat-Sun 11am-7pm

Sunland Vintage Winery (805) 379-2250

1321 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, #108, Thousand Oaks

Thu-Fri 6-9pm, Sat 1-6pm, Sun 1-5pm

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than 9 wineries call home. Grapes are grown locally in Camarillo, Malibu and Oxnard in addition
to being brought in from top wine growing regions all over California. The winery personnel are
exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Take a day off to enjoy the cool ocean breezes and valley
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Alma Sol Winery
Bordeaux-Style Wines
John and Lisa Shaw opened
Alma Sol Winery in 2009 with
one primary goalto produce
serious, elegant Cabernet and
Bordeaux-style wines with a
focus on fruit sourced from Paso
Robles. Those who have tasted
Alma Sol wines know that the
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ALMA SOL WINERY

1321 E. Thousand Oaks Boulevard, #108, Thousand Oaks
Friday 6-9pm, Saturday 1-6pm, Sunday 2-5pm
(818) 231-2749 | [Link]
Alma Sol is a family-owned and operated,
micro-boutique winery, sourcing premium fruit from top
vineyard sites in California, with a special interest and focus on
the beautiful Paso Robles appellation. From the very beginning,
the mission has been to craft exceptional Bordeaux wines, both single varietals and special blends
though they will occasionally be inspired to produce limited releases of non-Bordeaux varietals as well.
SUNLAND VINTAGE WINERY
1321 E. Thousand Oaks Boulevard, #108, Thousand Oaks
ThursdayFriday 6-9pm, Saturday 1-6pm, Sunday 1-5pm
(805) 379-2250 | [Link]
Our tasting room is designed to give you a unique wine tasting
experience, where we encourage interactive participation and you
become part of the tradition. Giovinazzo Wines a taste of old Italy right in your own backyard.
And SVI Brand premium wines for the discriminating wine palate.

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Paso Robles is one of the most
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well there. While Paso has
garnered attention for Rhne

FOUR BRIX WINERY

Murphy-Goode
2290 Eastman Avenue,
#109, Ventura
Edmeades
Friday 4-8pm, SaturdaySunday 12-5pm
(805) 256-6006 | [Link]
Four Brix Winery is an urban winery located in the heart of
Ventura, specializing in internationally-inspired wine blends.
They produce wines based upon their favorite grape growing
regions: Italy, France, Spain and California. The word brix is a
term for measurement of sugar in grapes; therefore, Four Brix equal four sweet spots for great wine!
With a total production around 2,500 cases, these wines are very limited and in high demand.
PANARO BROTHERS WINERY
4517 Market Street, #7, Ventura
Friday 3-7pm, SaturdaySunday 11am-7pm
(805) 654-1577 | [Link]
Panaro Brothers Winery combines the authenticity of Old World Italain
winemaking with New World innovation. As fifth genertation Italian
Americans, the family pays homage to their heritage; Vito Panaro tends
to the vineyard and is the winemaker, while his brother David manages
the business. Their handcrafted single varietals truly showcase the beauty
of California wine made in a traditional Italian style.

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varietals, John and Lisa wanted

to make the best Paso Cabernet
and Bordeaux blends. The focus
of their collection continues to
be on single varietal and blended
Bordeaux wines; they have also
added a Zinfandel, a CabernetSyrah blend, and a Port-style
dessert wine made of
Tempranillo and Touriga
Nacional.

New Releases
In fall of 2015 Alma Sol will
release some exciting new wines,
including their second release of
the crowd favorite Ritual, a
Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon Blend
as well as their powerhouse

Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon,

made up of 100% West Side
Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon.
Join John and Lisa at the tasting
room to taste their bold and
captivating hand-cradted wines.

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961 North Rice Avenue, #5, Oxnard
Most Fridays 5-8pm, Saturday 11am-6pm, Sunday 12-6pm
(805) 983-2500 | [Link]
Savor the Wine, Treasure the Experience. Escape to Magnavino
Cellars for the warmth of Tuscany and their award-winning
wines of California. Let the highly trained staff of Magnavino Cellars guide you through the tasting of
their wines, tour the facility, and make your time at Magnavino Cellars a memorable one.

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3201 Camino Del Sol, Oxnard
SundayThursday 10:30am-9pm, Friday 10:30am-4pm
(805) 983-1560 | [Link]
Discover nationally awarded local wines, a luxurious tasting bar,
private tasting rooms and a gift boutique. Treat yourself to 5-star
dining within the winery at Tierra Sur, Ventura Countys highest
rated restaurant.

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CANTARA CELLARS
126 North Wood Road, #104, Camarillo
ThursdaySunday 11am-6pm
(805) 484-9600 | [Link]
Cantara Cellars is a local winery and tasting room producing a wide
selection of award-winning red and white wines. Located in the in the heart of Ventura County, theyre
just a short drive from wherever you are. Cantara Cellars specializes in wines made from grapes grown in
the Lodi Appellation in Northern California. Each wine they make expresses both their passion for making
fine wines and their enjoyment of the distinctive flavors found in Lodi grapes. Their wine lounge features
wine flights, wine by the glass, cheese plates and other small bites. Visit for tastings and tours, or call to
schedule a private event or tasting by appointment. Taste their wines, meet the winemaker and have a
special day of wine tasting.

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WINERY LISTINGS << Wine Country This Week

paso robles area wineries
Adelaida Cellars 5805 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-8980
Alta Colina 2725 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-227-4191
AmByth Estate 510 Sequoia Lane, Templeton; 805-305-9497
Ancient Peaks Winery 22720 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita; 805-365-7045
Anglim 740 Pine Street, Paso Robles; 805-227-6813
AronHill Vineyards 3745 W. Hwy 46, Templeton; 805-434-3066
Arroyo Robles 1317 Park Street, Paso Robles; 877-759-WINE
Asuncion Ridge 725 12th Street, Paso Robles; 805-237-3780
August Ridge 8790 E. Highway 41, Creston; 805-239-2455
B & E Vineyards 6950 Union Road, Paso Robles; 805-286-5835
Barr Estate Winery 6950 Union Road, Paso Robles; 805-286-5835
Barrel 27 Wine Co 3525 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-1245
Bassetti Vineyards 1191 North Green Valley Road, Cambria; 805-927-1925
Bella Luna 1850 Templeton Road, Templeton; 805-434-5477
Bianchi Winery 3380 Branch Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-9922
Black Hand Cellars 766 Main Street, Suite B, Cambria; 805-927-9463
Bodegas Paso Robles 729 13th Street, Paso Robles; 805-237-3780
Bon Niche Cellars 2627 Golden Eagle Way, San Miguel; 805-286-7798
Booker Vineyard 2640 Anderson Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-7367

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Open daily 11-5
Open daily 11-7
Open daily 12:30-6, Fri-Sat until 8
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Open daily 11-5
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Open daily 12:30-6, Fri-Sat until 8
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BRECON ESTATE 7450 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-239-2200

Brian Benson Cellars 2985 Anderson Road, Paso Robles; 805-296-9463

Brochelle Vineyards 2323 Tuley Court #130, Paso Robles; 805-237-4410 Ext, 1
Brochelle Vineyards 6996 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-4410 Ext. 2
Broken Earth 5625 Hwy 46E, Paso Robles; 805-239-2562
Burbank Ranch 1240 Park Street, Paso Robles; 805-227-4538

Open daily 11-5

Fri-Sun 10:30-5
Fri-Sun 11-5
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 10-5
Tue-Fri 12-8, Sat 12-9, Sun & Mon 12-5

CALCAREOUS VINEYARD 3430 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-0289

General Tasting $10 VIP Wine Tasting & Tour $35 Food & Wine Pairing
Caliza Winery 2570 Anderson Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-1480

Caparone Winery 2280 San Marcos Road, Paso Robles; 805-467-3827

Carina Cellars 3525 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-252-0860
Carmody McKnight Estate Wines 11240 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-9392
Cass Vineyards 7350 Linne Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-1730

CASTORO CELLARS 1315 North Bethel Road, Templeton; 805-238-0725

General Tasting $5 Disc Golf Course $5
Cayucos Cellars 131 N Ocean Avenue, Cayucos; 805-995-3036

Cellar 360 7000 Hwy 46E, Paso Robles; 805-226-7133

Cerro Prieto 3432 Los Tablas Willow Creek Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-8448
Changala Winery 3770 Willow Creek Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-9060
Chateau Lettau 840 13th Street, Suite G, Paso Robles; 805-238-6800
Chateau Margene 4385 La Panza Road, Creston; 805-238-2321
Chateau Margene 845 Embarcadero, Unit G, Morro Bay; 805-225-1235
Chronic Cellars 2020 Nacimiento Lake Drive, Paso Robles; 805-237-7848
Cinquain Cellars 6404 Independence Ranch Place, San Miguel; 805-400-5978

CLAUTIERE VINEYARD 1340 Penman Springs Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-3789

Clavo Cellars 315 South Main Strett, Templeton; 805-226-0174
Clayhouse Wines 849 13th Street, Paso Robles; 805-238-7055
Clos Solene Wines 3050 Limestone Way, Paso Robles; 805-296-0478
Croad Vineyards 3550 Vinedo Robles Lane, Paso Robles; 805-226-9899
Cypher Winery 3750 Hwy 46 West, Templeton; 805-237-0055
DAnbino Cellars 710 Pine Street, Paso Robles; 805-227-6800
Daou Vineyards 2777 Hidden Mountain Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-5460
Dark Star Cellars 2985 Anderson Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-2389

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Fri-Mon 11-5
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Fri-Sun 10-5 or by Appt
Open by appointment only
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Thu-Mon 1-7,Fri-Sat 1-8
Fri-Mon 11-5
Open daily 12-7
Open daily 11:30-5:30
Open by appointment only

Thu-Mon 11-5
Open daily 12-5
Sun-Thu 11-6, Fri-Sat 12-7
Open by appointment only
Thu-Mon 11-5
Open daily 11-6
Thu-Mon 11-6
Open daily 11-5
Fri-Sun 10:30-5

Denner Vineyards & Winery 5414 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-239-4287
Derby Wine Estates 525 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles; 805-238-6300
Doce Robles 2023 Twelve Oaks Drive, Paso Robles; 805-227-4766
Domaine Degher 8650 Centra Road, Paso Robles; 805-296-2562

Open by appointment only

Open daily 11-6
Open daily 10-5:30
Open by appointment only

DONATI FAMILY VINEYARD 2720 Oak View Road, Templeton; 805-238-0676

Open daily 10-5

Complimentary Tasting + 10% off purchases for SLO County residents on Sundays
Donatoni Winery 3225 Township Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-0620

Sat-Sun 12-5 or by Appt

Dover Canyon Winery 4520 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-237-0101

Dubost Winery 9988 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-8463
Dunning Vineyards Estate 1953 Niderer Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-4763
Tooth and Nail Winery 3090 Anderson Road, Paso Robles; 805-369-6100

EBERLE WINERY 3810 Hwy 46E, Paso Robles; 805-238-9607

Thu-Sun 11-5
Fri-Sun 11-5
Thu-Mon 11-5
Wed-Mon 11-6

Winter daily 10-5, Summer daily 10-6

Complimentary Tasting and Cave Tours Gourmet Picnic Lunch VIP Tour, Tasting & Cheese Plate $35
cluse Wines 1520 Kiler Canyon Road; Paso Robles; 805-238-4998

Fri-Sun 11-4

Enfold Wines 855 Windwood Road, Paso Robles; 805 239-2856

Open by appointment only

EOS 2300 Airport Road, Paso Robles; 805-591-8050

Open daily 10-5

General Tasting $10 Private Tasting $15 Private Seated Tasting & Lunch $35
Private Seated Tasting & Buffet Style Lunch $45
Epoch Estate Wines 7505 York Mountain Road, Templeton; 805-237-7575

FS Cellars 1337 Vendels Circle, Paso Robles; 805-226-8989

Falcon Nest Winery 5185 Union Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-0227
First Crush Winemaking 2975 Limestone Way, Paso Robles; 805-434-2772
Four Lanterns Winery 2485 West Hwy 46, Paso Robles; 949-300-5437
Four Sisters Ranch 2995 Pleasant Road, San Miguel; 805-467-2417
Fratelli Perata 1595 Arbor Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-2809
Frolicking Frog 739 12th Street, Paso Robles; 805-466-0779
Frolicking Frog 14490 San Miguel Road, Atascadero; 805-466-0779
Gelfand Vineyards 5530 Dresser Ranch Place; Paso Robles; 805-239-5808
Glunz Family 8331 Hwy 46E, Paso Robles; 805-238-1400
Graveyard Vineyards 6990 Estrella Road, San Miguel; 805 467-2043
GreMark Vineyards 5325 Rancho La Loma Linda, Paso Robles; 805-237-0154
Grey Wolf Cellars 2174 Hwy 46 West, Paso Robles; 805-237-0771
Grizzly Republic Wines 840 13th Street, Paso Robles; 678-372-7288
Halter Ranch Vineyard 8910 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-9455

Open daily 11-4

Thu-Sun 11-6
Open daily 10-7:30
Thu-Sat 11-5
Thu-Mon 11-5, Tue-Wed by Appt
Thu-Sun 11-5
Open by appointment only
Thu-Sat 12-5
Open by appointment only
Open by appointment only
Open daily 10-6
Thu-Mon 11-5
Open by appointment only
Open daily 11-5:30
Open daily 12:30-6, Fri-Sun until 7

HAMMERSKY VINEYARDS 7725 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-239-0930

Hansen Vineyard 5575 El Pomar Drive, Templeton; 805-239-8412
Harmony Cellars 3255 Harmony Valley Road, Harmony; 805-927-1625
Hearst Ranch 442 SLO San Simeon Road, San Simeon; 805-927-4100

Open daily 11-5

Thu-Sun 11-5
Fri-Sun 11-5
Sumer 10-5:30, Winter 10-5

HEARTHSTONE VINEYARD 5070 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-238-2544

Open daily 11-5

Thu-Mon 11-5

General Tasting $10

Herman Story Wines 1227 Paso Robles Strett, Paso Robles; 805-237-2400
Hidden Oak 4671 South El Pomar, Templeton; 805-237-9315
Hope Family Wines 1585 Live Oak Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-4112
Hug Cellars 2323 Tuley Road, Paso Robles; 805-226- 8022

HUNT CELLARS 2875 Oakdale Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-1600

J&J Cellars 2850 Ranchita Canyon, San Miguel; 805-467-2891
J Dusi Wines 1401 Hwy 46 West, Paso Robles; 805 226-2034

Fri-Sun 11-5
Fri-Sat 10-4
Thu-Mon 11-5

Open daily 10:30-5:30

Fri-Sun 11-5

J. LOHR VINEYARDS & WINES 6169 Airport Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-8900
Jack Creek Cellars 5265 Jack Creek Road, Templeton; 805-226-8283
Jada Winery 5620 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-226-4200
Justin Winery 11680 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-6932
Kaleidos 3770 Willow Creek, Paso Robles; 805-226-0828
Kenneth Volk 2485 Hwy 46W, Paso Robles; 805-237-7896

Thu-Sun 11-4 or by Appt

Open daily 11-5

Open daily 10-5

Thu-Mon by Appt only
Open daily 11-4:45
Open daily 10-5
Fri-Sun 11-5
Open daily 10:30-5

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Kiamie Wine Cellars 9750 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-8333
Kukkula 9515 Chimney Rock Road, Templeton; 805 227-0111
LAventure Winery 2815 Live Oak Road, Paso Robles; 805-227-1588
Lago Giuseppe 8345 Green Valley Road, 46W, Templeton; 805-237-7300
Laraneta Vineyards 2602 Templeton Road, Templeton; 805-434-5090
Law Estate Wines 3885 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-9200
LDT Cellars 831 13 th Street, Paso Robles; 805-712-8883
Le Cuvier 3333 Vine Hill Lane, Paso Robles; 800-549-4764

Open daily 11-5

Fri-Sun 11-5
Thu-Sun 11-4 or by Appt
Open by appointment only
Open by appointment only
Open daily 10-4 by Appt only
Mon, Wed, Thu 11:30-6, Fri-Sun 11-8
Open daily 11-5

LE VIGNE WINERY 5115 Buena Vista Drive, Paso Robles; 805-227-4000

Sun-Thu 11-5, Fri-Sat 11-6

Reserve Tasting $7 Cheese or Chocolate Flight $12

Private VIP Tour with Barrel Tasting & Cheese Pairing $20
Linne Calodo 3030 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-227-0797

RED SOLES 3230 Oakdale Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-9898

Rio Seco 4295 Union Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-8884

RIVERSTAR VINEYARDS 7450 Estrella Road, San Miguel; 805-467-0086

Complimentary Tasting

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Rocky Creek Cellars 8687 Apple Road, Templeton; 805-238-1919

Open daily 11-5

ROTTA WINERY 250 Winery Road, Templeton; 805-237-0510

Open daily 10:30-5:30

General Tasting $10

ROXO PORT CELLARS 6996 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-1600
SAN ANTONIO WINERY 2610 Buena Vista, Paso Robles; 805-226-2600

Open daily 11-5

Open daily 10-6

San Marcos Creek 7750 North Hwy 101, Paso Robles; 805-467-9260

Open daily 11-5

Open by appointment only

Sculpterra Winery 5015 Linne Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-8881

Open daily 10-5

Open daily 10-5

Fri-Sun 11-5

Winter daily 10-5, Summer daily 10-5:30

PEACHY CANYON WINERY 1480 North Bethel Road, Templeton; 805-239-1918

Penman Springs 1985 Penman Springs Drive, Paso Robles; 805-237-7959

Per Cazo Cellars 5325 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805 227-4949
Pianetta 829 13th Street, Paso Robles; 805-226-4005
Pipestone 2040 Niderer Road, Paso Robles; 805-227-6385
Pithy Little Wine Co. 1244 Pine Street, Suite B, Paso Robles; 805-546-1059
Poalillo Vineyards 7970 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-238-0621
Pomar Junction 5036 South El Pomar Drive, Templeton; 805-238-9940
Proulx 5424 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-226-2800
Rabbit Ridge 1172 San Marcos Road, Paso Robles; 805-467-3331
Ranchita Canyon Vineyard 3439 Ranchita Canyon Road, San Miguel; 805 467-9448
Rangeland Wines 10425 Klau Mine Road, Paso Robles; 805-674-9232
Rendarrio Vineyards 2323 Tuley Court, Suite 110, Paso Robles; 805-610-7659

Fri-Sun 11-5

Thu-Sun 11-5 or by Appt

Open daily 11-5

General Tasting $10 Food & Wine Pairing

Oso Libre Winery 7383 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-238-3378

PELLETIERE ESTATE 3280 Township Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-9432

Winter daily 10-5, Summer daily 10-6

Rockin R Wine 8500 Union Road, Suite C, Paso Robles; 805-835-8529

Sarzotti Winery 180 Bella Ranch Road, Templeton; 805-226-2022

Thu-Sun 1-7

OPOLO VINEYARDS 7110 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-238-9593

General Tasting $10

Pear Valley 4900 Union Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-2861

Robert Hall Winery 3443 Mill Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-1616

Fri-Sun 1l-4
Open daily 10:30-5

MICHAEL GILL CELLARS 4125 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-1668

Parrish Family 1220 Park Street, Paso Robles; 805-286-4028

Paso Port Wine Co. 5940 Union Road (in Steinbeck Vnyd), Paso Robles; 805-239-2229
Paso Robles Wine Club 800 Pine St, Suite 101, Paso Robles; 866-238-6400
Paso Underground 1140 Pine Street, Paso Robles; 805-237-0799

Open by aappoitnment only

Complimentary Tasting of 3 Wines Artisan Series Tasting $15

Open by appointment only

Locatelli 8585 Cross Canyons Road, San Miguel; 805-467-0067

Loma Linda Vineyards 5155 Rancho La Loma Linda Drive, Paso Robles; 805-227-7172
Lone Madrone 5800 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-0845
LXV Wine Lounge 1306-B Pine Street, Paso Robles; 530-763-3821
McPrice 3525 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-1245
Maloy ONeill 5725 Union Road, Paso Roble; 805-238-6430
Midnight Cellars 2925 Anderson Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-890
Minassian-Young 4045 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-7571
Mitchella Vineyard 2525 Mitchella Ranch Way, Paso Robles; 805-239-8555
Mondo Cellars 3260 Nacimiento Lake Drive, Paso Robles; 805-226-2925
Moonstone Cellars 801 Main Street, Suite, Cambria; 805-927-9466
Nadeau Family Vintners 3860 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-3574
Niner Wine Estates 2400 Highway 46 West, Paso Robles;805-239-2233

RN Estate Winery 7986 North River Road, Paso Robles; 805-610-9802

Thu-Mon 11-5
Thu-Sun 12-5 or by Appt

Sextant Wines 2324 Hwy 46W, Paso Robles; 805-542-0133

Open daily 10-5

Shadow Run Vineyard 2720 La Panza Road, Creston; 805-227-0554

Fri-Sun 10:30-5

Shale Oak Winery 3235 Oakdale Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-4800

Open daily 10-5

Sharps Hill 835 12th Street (Poured at Vinoteca), Paso Robles; 805-227-7154
Stacked Stone Cellars 1525 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-7872
Stanger Vineyards 7970 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-238-0621
Stanger Vineyards 5225 Hwy 41 (at Creston Road), Creston; 805-238-4777

Mon-Thu 4-9, Fri-Sat 4-11

Fri-Sat 11-5, Sun 12-5
Open daily 11-5
Sat-Sun 11-5

Open daily 11-6

Starr-Ranch Winery 9320 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles; 805 227-0144

Open daily 11-5

Steinbeck 5940 Union Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-1854

Thu-Mon 11-5

Still Waters Vineyards 2750 Old Grove Lane, Paso Robles; 805-237-9231

Thu-Mon 11-5

Fri-Sun 11-5
Open daily 10-5

Open daily 10-5

Wed-Mon 11-5
Thu-Mon 1-6:30, Fri-Sat 1-7:30
Thu-Mon 11-5
Open daily 10-6
Fri-Sat 1-7, Sun 1-5, or by Appt

Open daily 10-5:30

Open daily 11-5

Thu-Mon 11-5, Tue-Wed by Appt

Thu-Sun 11-5

Summerwood Winery 2175 Arbor Road, Paso Robles; 805-227-1365

Tablas Creek 9339 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-1231

TACKITT FAMILY 6640 Von Dollen Road, San Miguel; 805 467-9490
Terry Hoage 870 Arbor Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-2083
Thacher Winery 8355 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles; 805-237-0087
Tobin James Cellars 8950 Union Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-2204
Tolo Cellars 9750 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-226-2282
Treana Winery 1585 Live Oak Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-4112

Thu-Mon 11-5
Thu-Sun 11-5
Fri-Mon 11-5
Open by appointment only
Fri-Sun 11-5

Thu-Mon 11-4
Thu-Mon 11-5 or by Appt
Open daily 10-6
Thu-Mon 11-5 or by Appt
Fri-Sat 10-4

Thu-Sun 11-5

Venteux Vineyards 1795 Las Tablas Road, Templeton; 805-369-0127

Victor Hugo Winery 2850 El Pomar Drive, Templeton; 805-434-1128

Open daily 11-5

Fri-Sun 12-5

Twilight Cellars 110 Orchard Hill Road, San Juan Bautista; 805-238-7143

Open by appointment only

Open daily 11-5

Open daily 10-5

Open daily 9-5

Sun-Thu 12-6, Fri-Sat 11-7

Mon-Fri 12-6, Sat 11-6, Sun 11-5

Open daily 10-5, Sat-Sun until 6

Turley Wine Cellars 2900 Vineyard Drive, Templeton; 805-434-1030

Via Vega Vineyard & Winery 2378 Adobe Road, Paso Robles; 805-423-2190

Thu-Mon 11-5

Open by appointment only

Villicana Winery 2725 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-9456

Villa Creek Cellars 5995 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles; 805-238-7145
Villa San-Juliette 6385 Cross Canyon Road, San Miguel; 805-550-0522

VINA ROBLES 3700 Mill Road, Paso Robles; 805-227-4812

Open daily 10-5

Fri-Sat 11-4, Sun 11-2, or by Appt
Open by appointment only
Thu-Sun 11-5
Fri-Sun 11-5 or by Appt
Thu-Mon 11-5, Tue-Wed by Appt

Winter daily 10-5, Summer daily 10-6

Estate Tasting $7 Reserve Tasting $10 Private Wine & Chocolate Experience $20
Private Wine & Cheese Experience $20 Gourmet Lunch Tasting $35 Charcuterie Plate $30

Vines on the Marycrest 5050 Mustard Creek Road, Paso Robles; 805-237-0378
Vintage Cowboy 10 East Pozo Road, Santa Margarita; 805-286-7172

Open daily 11-5

Vista Del Rey 7340 Drake Road, Paso Robles; 805-467-2138

Open daily 11-5

Westberg Cellars 1140 Pine Street, Paso Robles; 805-238-9321

Thu-Mon 11-5

Whalebone Vineyard 8325 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles 805-239-9020

Wild Coyote Winery 3775 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles; 805-610-1311

Fri-Sat 11-5, Sun 10-4

Sat-Sun 11-5
Open most Sundays 11-5 or by Appt
Fri-Sun 12-3
Mon-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 10-5:30
Open daily 11-5

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WILD HORSE WINERY 1437 Wild Horse Winery Court, Templeton; 805-434-2541

Open daily 11-5

General Tasting $5 A Grape to Glass Experience $15

Windward Vineyard 1380 Live Oak Road, Paso Robles; 805-239-2565

Open daily 10:30-5

Zenaida Cellars 1550 Hwy 46 West, Paso Robles; 805-227-0382

Open daily 11-5

ZinAlley 3730 Hwy 46 West, Templeton; 805-238-0959

Fri-Sun 11-5

ALAPAY CELLARS 415 First Street, Avila Beach; 805-595-2632

Open daily 10:30-6

General Tasting $10

Autry Cellars 5450 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-546-8669

Open daily 11-5

BAILEYANA WINERY 5828 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-269-8200

Open daily 10-5

BARNWOOD WINE 453 Laetitia Vineyard Drive, Arroyo Grande; 888-809-VINE

Open daily 11-5

BIDDLE RANCH VINEYARD 6985 Ontario Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-543-2399

Thu-Sun 11-5

General Tasting $10

Open daily 10:30-4:30

Center of Effort Wine 2199 Corbett Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande; 805-782-9463

Open by appointment only

Cerro Caliente 831 A Via Esteban, San Luis Obispo; 805-544-2842

Fri-Sun 11-5

CHAMISAL VINEYARDS 7525 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-541-9463

Open daily 10-5

Classic Tasting Flight $15 Estate Tasting Flight $25

Claiborne & Churchill 2649 Carpenter Canyon Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-544-4066

Open daily 11-5

Clesi Wines 1850 Calle Joaquin Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-286-5073

Fri-Sun 11-5

Cuvee Champagne Bar 550 1st Street, Avila Beach; 805-727-4144

Fri 4-10, Sat 1-10, Sun 12-7

Edna Valley Vineyard 2585 Biddle Ranch Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-544-5855

Open daily 10-5

Filipponi Ranch Cellars 1800 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo; 805-903-3567

Sat-Sun 12-4

Kelsey See Canyon 1947 See Canyon Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-595-9700

Open daily 11-5:30

Kynsi Winery 2212 Corbett Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande;805-544-8461

Thu-Mon 11-5

LAETITIA VINEYARDS 453 Laetitia Vineyard Drive, Arroyo Grande; 805-481-1772

Luis Wine Bar 1021 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo; 805-762-4747

Open daily 11-5

Tue-Wed 1:30-7, Thu-Sat 1:30-9

Morovino 76 Landing Passage, Avila Beach; 805-627-1443

Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu 12-5, Fri-Sat 12-6

Peloton Cellars 470 Front Street,Avilia Beach; 805-627-1080

Mon, Thu, Sat 12-6, Fri 12-8, Sun 11-4

NADIA WINE 453 Laetitia Vineyard Drive, Arroyo Grande; 805-481-1772

Phantom Rivers 211 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande; 805-481-WINE
Piedra Creek Winery 6425 Mira Cielo Drive, San Luis Obispo; 805-541-1281

Open daily 11-5

Sun-Thu 12-5 , Fri 12-9, Sat 12-7
Open by appointment only

Pismo Beach Winery 271-B Five Cities Drive, Pismo Beach; 805-773-9463
Sans Liege Wines 870 Price Street, Pismo Beach; 805-773-2770

Open daily 12-5

Sun-Thu 12-6, Fri-Sat 12-8

Saucelito Canyon 3080 Biddle Ranch Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-543-2111
Sextant Wines 1653 Old Price Cnyn Road, San Luis Obispo; 866-833-WINE

SINOR-LAVALLEE WINES 550 1st Street, Avila Beach; 805-459-9595

Open daily 10-5

Mon-Fri 10-4, Sat-Sun 10-5

STEPHEN ROSS WINE CELLARS 178 Suburban Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-594-1318
TALLEY VINEYARDS 3031 Lopez Drive, Arroyo Grande; 805-489-0446

Fri-Sun 12-6
Thu-Sun 11-5

Open daily 10:30-4:30

Core Tasting Flight $10 Distinctive Menu Tasting Flight $18 Private Hosted Group Tasting of 7+ $15

TANGENT WINERY 5828 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-269-8200

Taste of the Valleys 911 Price Street, Pismo Beach; 805-773-8466
Tolosa Winery 4910 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-782-0500
Wolff Vineyards 6238 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo; 805-781-0448
William James 911 Price Street (at Taste of the Valleys), Pismo Beach; 805-773-8466

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Open daily 10:30-5:30

Rhne Zone Flight $15 Grape to Glass Tour $18 (w/Chocolate Pairing add $8, w/Cheese Plate add $15)
Private Hosted Group Tasting of 8+ $15
Ca Del GreVino 400 East Clark Avenue, Orcutt; 805 937-6400

Tue-Sat 11-9, Sun 11-7

Core Wine 145 South Gray Street, Suite 103, Orcutt; 805-937-1600

Mon & Wed-Sun 12-6

Open daily 10-5

COSTA DE ORO 1331 South Nicholson Avenue, Santa Maria; 805-937-1468

Daily 11-6, Fri until 8

General Tasting $10 VIP Tasting $25 (Monday-Friday) Wine on Tap $7/Glass Friday Night Wine Down $12
Cottonwood Canyon 3940 Dominion Road, Santa Maria; 805-937-8463
Mon-Thu 10-5, Fri-Sat 11-6, Sun 11-5

Demetria 6701 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos; 805-686-2345

Fess Parker 6200 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos; 805-688-1545

Open by appointment only

Open daily 10-5

FIRESTONE VINEYARD 5000 Zaca Station Road, Los Olivos; 805-688-3940

Open daily 11-5

Featured Wine Flight $10 Reserve Wine Flight $15 Private Tasting Groups of 10+ $15 (w/Tour add $5) - Reservations required
Tours depart daily at 11:15am, 1:15pm & 3:15pm
Foxen Vineyard 7200 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria; 805-937-4251
Open daily 11-4

Kenneth Volk Vineyards 5230 Tepusquet Road, Santa Maria; 805-938-7896

Koehler 5360 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos; 805-693-8384
La Fentre 2705 Aviation Boulevard, Santa Maria; 310-977-5615
Presquile Wine 5391 Presquile Drive, Santa Maria; 805-937-8110
Rancho Sisquoc 6600 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria; 805-934-4332
Riverbench Vineyards 6020 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria; 805-937-8340
Sagebrush Annies 4211 Hwy 33; Maricopa; 661-766-2319
Sierra Madre Vineyard 2570 Prell Road, Santa Maria; 805-922-3100
Tantara Vineyard 4747 Ontiveros Lane, Santa Maria; 805-938-5051
Tres Hermanas Winery 9660 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria; 805-937-8451
Wine Country 130 North Broadway Street, Suite A; Orcutt; 805-688-9339

Open daily 10:30-4:30

Open daily 10-5
Open by appointment only
Fri 11-6, Sat-Thu 11-5
Mon-Thu 10-4, Fri-Sun 10-5
Open daily 10-4
Sat-Sun 11:30-5
Open by appointment only
Open by appointment only
Open daily 10-5
Thu-Sat 1-8, Sun 1-6

ZACA MESA WINERY 6905 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos; 805-688-9339

Open daily 10-4

General Tasting $10

Mon-Thu 3-11, Fri 3-Midnight, Sat 12-Midnight, Sun 12-11

Monterey Street Wine Co. 1255 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo; 805-541-1255

ANDREW MURRAY 5249 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos; 805-696-9604

CAMBRIA ESTATE WINERY 5475 Chardonnay Lane, Santa Maria; 805-938-8091

san luis obispo wineries

BISHOPS PEAK 3031 Lopez Drive, Arroyo Grande; 805-489-0446

santa maria/foxen canyon wineries

Open daily 10-5

Sun-Thu 12-9, Fri-Sat 12-10
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 11-5
Sun-Thu 12-9, Fri-Sat 12-10

los alamos wineries

BEDFORD WINERY 448 Bell Street, Los Alamos; 805-344-2107

Open daily 11-5

General Tasting $10

BELL STREET FARM 406 Bell Street, Los Alamos; 805-344-4609

Casa Dumetz Wines 388 Bell Street, Los Alamos; 805-344-1900

FREQUENCY WINES 488 Bell Street, Suite B, Los Alamos; 805-344-1222

Fri-Sat 11-6, Sun-Mon 11-5

Thu 12-7, Fri-Sat 11-7, Sun 11-6

Municipal Winemakers 423 Bell Street, Los Alamos; 805-931-6864

MARTIAN RANCH & VINEYARD 9110 Alisos Canyon Road, Los Alamos; 805-344-1804

Fri-Sun 12-6
Fri-Sun 12-7

Wed-Sun 11-5

los olivos wineries

Alexander & Wayne 2922 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-9665
Alta Maria Vineyards 2933 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-686-1144

Open daily 11-6

ANDREW MURRAY 2901 Grand Avenue, Suite A (Tasting Room), Los Olivos; 805-693-9644
General Tasting $12 Wine & Chocolate Flight $20
Arthur Earl 2922 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-693-1771

Open daily 11-5

Open daily 11-5

Open daily 11-6

Artiste 2948-E Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-686-2626

Open daily 11-5:30
Beckmen Vineyards 2670 Ontiveros Road, Los Olivos; 805-688-8664
Open daily 11-5
Bernat 2879 Grand Avenue (at Los Olivos Caf), Los Olivos; 805-794-5217
Open daily 11:30-8
Bin 2860 2860 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-693-8537
Sun-Thu 11-7, Fri-Sat 11-8
Blair Fox Cellars 2902 San Marcos Avenue, Suite B, Los Olivos; 805-691-1678
Fri-Sun 12-5 or by Appt
Brander Vineyard 2401 Refugio Road, Los Olivos; 805-688-2455
Winter daily 11-4, Summer daily 10-5
Brophy Clark Cellars 2905 Grand Avenue (at Los Olivos Tasting Room), Los Olivos; 805-929-4830
Open daily 11-5

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BYRON 2367 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-938-7365

Open daily 11-5

Carhartt Vineyard 2990-A Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-0685

Open daily 11-5

Carina Cellars 2900-A Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-2459

Open daily 11-5

Cinque Stelle 2982-Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-686-4101

Thu-Mon 11-5

Consilience 2923 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-691-1020

Open daily 11-5

COQUELICOT 2884 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-1500

Sun-Fri 11-5, Sat 10-5

Daniel Gehrs Winery 2939 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 800-275-8138

Winter daily 10-5, Summer daily 10-6

Dreamcote Wine Co. 2933 San Marcos Avenue, #107, Los Olivos; 805-691-1200

Fri-Mon 11-5

DRAGONETTE 2445 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-693-0077

Thu-Mon 11-5

Epiphany Cellars 2974 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 866-354-9463

Open daily 11-5:30

Evans Ranch 2901 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-0558

Open daily 10-5

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company 2466 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Suite C; Los Olivos; 805-694-2252

Open daily 11-9

J LUDLOW VINEYARD 2890 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-8989

Open daily 11-5

Kaena Wine 2890 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-451-6037

Open daily 11-5

Lane Tanner Wines 2905 Grand Ave (at Los Olivos Tasting Room), Los Olivos; 805-688-7406

Open daily 11-5

LARNER VINEYARD & WINERY 2900 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-8148
Longoria Wines 2935 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 866-759-4637

LOS OLIVOS TASTING ROOM 2905 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-7406

Open daily 11-5

Open daily 11-4:30

Open daily 11-5

General Tasting $10

QUP WINES 2963 Grand Avenue, Suite B, Los Olivos; 805-686-4200

Thu-Mon 11-5

Semler Malibu Family 2363 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-8105

Thu-Tue 11:30-5

Stolpman Vineyards 2434 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-0400

Open daily 11-5

Tensley/Lea Wines 2900 Grand Avenue, Suite B, Los Olivos; 805-688-6761

Fri-Sun 11-5
Thu-Mon 12-5

Tessa Marie/ E&T Wines 2901-C Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-6081

TORETTI FAMILY 2933 San Marcos Avenue, Suite 101, Los Olivos; 805-688-8002

Fri-Sun 12-5 & by Appt

Ken Brown Wines 157 West Hwy 246, Buellton; 805-688-9400

Lafond Vineyard 6855 Santa Rosa Road, Buellton; 805-688-7921

Thu-Mon 11-4:30

LAMONTAGNE WINERY 1509 East Chesnut Avenue, Lompoc; 805-291-6643

La Vie Vnyds 308 North 9th Street, Suite D, Lompoc; 805-291-2111
Longoria Wines 1700 Industrial Way, Suite A, Lompoc; 805-759-4637

Fri-Sun 11-5
Fri-Sun 11-4:30

Regular Tasting $10 Regular Tasting & Cookie Pairing $15

Reserve Single Vineyard Tasting $13 Reserve Single Vineyard Tasting & Cookie Pairing $18
Melville Vineyard 5185 East Hwy 246, Lompoc; 805-735-7030

Open daily 11-4

Montemar Wines 1501 East Chesnut Court, Suite. E, Lompoc; 805-735-5000

Moretti Wine Company 1595 East Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc; 805-735-4400
Mosby Winery 9496 Santa Rosa Road, Buellton; 805-688-2415
New Vineland/Pierdrassi 1501 East Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc; 805-736-6784
Pali Wine Co. 1036 West Aviation Drive, Lompoc; 805 736-7200
Palmina 1520 East Chestnut Court, Lompoc; 805-735-2030
Point Concepcin Wines 1601 West Central Avenue, Lompoc; 805-588-1545
Sanford Winery 5010 Santa Rosa Road, Lompoc; 805-735-5900

Thu-Mon 11-5, Fri-Sat 11-8

Thu-Sun 11-5
Mon-Fri 10-4, Sat-Sun 10-5
Fri-Sun 12-5
Sat-Sun 11-4, Mon-Thu by Appt
Thu-Sat 11-5, Sun-Mon 11-4
Open by appointment only
Sun-Thu 11-4, Fri-Sat 11-5

Fri-Sun 11-4
Fri-Sun 12-5
Thu-Mon 11-5 & by Appt
Open by appointment only

TERRAVANT 35 Industrial Way, Buellton; 805-686-4742

Open daily 11-9

Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 3-5pm Custom Wine Blending Live Music Thursday-Saturday

TASTE OF STA. RITA HILLS 1505 East Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc; 805-735-8774
Thorne Wines 35 Industrial Way (at Terravant The Winery Restaurant), Buellton; 805-693-1483
Transcendence 313 North F Street, Lompoc; 805-689-5258

Open by appointment only

Thu-Mon 12-5:30

Fri-Sun 11-5

Open daily 11-5

Zinke Wine Co. 2366 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-691-9718

Open daily 11-5

ZOTOVICH 300 North 12th Street, Unit 1D, Lompoc; 805-736-1600

Fri-Sun 10-4

solvang wineries
Baehner-Fournier Vineyard 1539-C Mission Drive (at Wandering Dog), Solvang; 805-688-7118

lompoc/buellton wineries

Mon-Thu 1-8, Fri-Sat 11-10, Sun 11-8

Blackjack Ranch 2205 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang; 805-455-1412

Open daily 11-4

Ampelos Cellars 312 North 9th Street, Lompoc; 805-736-9957

Thu-Sun 11-5

Arcadian Winery 1515 East Chestnut Avenue, Suite B, Lompoc; 805-737-3900

Thu-Sun 11-5
Winter daily 10:30-4, Summer daily 10:30-5

Brewer-Clifton 329 North F Street, Lompoc; 805-735-9184

Fri-Sun 11-4

Clos Pepe 1505 East Chestnut Ave (at Taste of Sta. Rita Hills), Lompoc; 805-735-8774

Thu-Sun 11-5

Cold Heaven Cellars 92 Second Street, Suite A, Buellton; 805-686-1343

Fri-Mon 12-5
Fri-Sun 12-5, Weekdays by Appt

DAlfonso Curran 4457 Santa Rosa Road, Lompoc; 805-739-WINE

Open by appointment only

DVine 107 Ocean Avenue, Lompoc; 805-735-8771

Tue-Thu 3-9, Fri-Sat 3-11

Dierberg Estate/Star Lane 1280 Drum Canyon Road, Lompoc; 866-652-8430

Fiddlehead Cellars 1597 East Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc; 805-742-0204
Flying Goat Cellars 1520 East Chestnut Court, Unit A, Lompoc; 805-736-9032

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Fri-Sun 11-4

Tyler Winery 300 North 12th Street, Unit 4A, Lompoc; 805-769-4639

Verdad & Ethan 2963-B Grand Avenue (at Qup Wines Tasting Room), Los Olivos; 805-686-4200

Crawford Family Wines 92 Second Street, Suites G & H, Buellton; 805-698-3889

Thu-Sun 11-5
Open daily 11-9

TURIYA WINES 313 North F Street, Lompoc; 805-478-7016

Open daily 11-5

Babcock Winery 5175 East Hwy 246, Lompoc; 805-736-1455

Fri-Sun 12-5

Thu-Mon 11:30- 5

Tre Anelli 2923 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-686-3000

Alma Rosa 181-C Industrial Way, Buellton; 805-691-9395

Open daily 10-5

LORING WINE CO. & CARGASACCHI 420 East Hwy 246, Buellton; 805-691-1300 Thu-Mon 10-4:45

Thu-Mon 11-5, Fri-Sat 11-6

Samsara 2466 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-331-2292

Open daily from 4-9:30

Fri-Sat 11-5, Sun 11-4 & by Appt

JALAMA WINES 308 North 9th Street, Suite C; Lompoc; 805-735-8937

Stolpman Vynds 1700-B Industrial Way, Lompoc; 805-736-5000

Standing Sun Winery 92 2nd Street, Suite D, Buellton; 805-691-9413
Sweeny Canyon Buellton; 805-688-2415

Open daily 11-6

Tercero Wines 2445 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Suite 104, Los Olivos; 805-245-9584

Huber Cellars 4892 Hapgood Road, Lompoc;805-736-3854

SCOTT CELLARS 316 North F Street, Lompoc; 805-736-6161

Saarloos & Sons 2971 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-1200

Open daily 10-5

Estate Tasting $10 Wine & Cheese Pairing $40

Hitching Post Wines 406 East Hwy 246 (at Hitching Post Restaurant), Buellton; 805-688-0676

Open daily 11-5

Classic Tasting $10 Reserve Tasting $20

Refugio Ranch Vineyards 2990 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; 805-688-5400

FOLEY ESTATES 6121 East Hwy 246, Lompoc; 805-737-6222

Open daily 11-5

Fri 12-5, Sat 11-5, Sun 12-4
Thu-Mon 11-4

BUTTONWOOD WINERY 1500 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang; 805-688-3032

Thu-Mon 11-5

Open daily 11-5

Classic Tasting $10 Reserve Tasting $15

CALI LOVE WINE 1651 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang; 805-688-1678

CARIVINTAS WINERY 476 First Street, Solvang; 805-693-4331

Mon 11-7, Tue-Thu 12-7, Fri 12-8, Sat 11-8, Sun 11-7
Mon-Fri 12-7, Sat-Sun 11-7

Dog & Kid Friendly

CASA CASSARA 1607 Mission Drive Suite, 112, Solvang; 805-688-8691

Dascomb Cellars 1659 Copenhagen Drive, Suite C, Solvang; 805-691-9175
Good Life 1672 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-688-7111
Harrison-Clarke 2825 Tapadero Road, Solvang, 805-686-0850

LINCOURT VINEYARDS 1711 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang; 805-688-8554

LIONS PEAK VINEYARD 1659 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang; 805-693-5466

Sun-Thu 12-6, Fri-Sat 12-7:30

Open daily 12-7
Sun-Thu 12-8, Fri-Sat 12-10
Open by appointment only

Open daily 10-5

General Tasting $10

Lucas & Lewellen 1645 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang; 805-686-9336

Mon-Fri 11-7, Sat-Sun 11-8

Open daily 11-6

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LUCKY DOGG WINERY 1607 Mission Drive, Suite 102, Solvang; 805-691-9774

Sun-Thu 12-6, Fri-Sat 12-7:30

Dog & Kid Friendly

Presidio Vineyard 1603 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang; 805-693-8585

Rideau Vineyard 1562 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang; 805-688-0717
Royal Oaks 1582 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-693-1740
Rusack Vineyard 1819 Ballard Canyon Road, Solvang; 805-688-1278
Sevtap Winery 1576 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang; 805-693-9200
Shoestring Winery 800 East Hwy 246, Solvang; 800-693-8612
Sort This Out Cellars 1636 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang; 805-688-1717
Toccata (Mandolina) Wines 1665 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang; 805-686-5506
Viking Garden Cellars 448 Alisal Road, Suite E; Solvang; 805-688-2670

WANDERING DOG 1539 Mission Drive, Solvang; 805-686-9126

Open daily 11-6

Open daily 10:30-5
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 11-5
Sun, Mon, Thu 11-8, Fri-Sat 11-9
Fri-Sun 10-4
Sun-Thu 10-7, Fri-Sat 10-10
Open daily 11-5:30
Open daily 11-9

Mon-Thu 1-8, Fri 1-10, Sat 11-10, Sun 11-8

White Wine Flight $12-$14 Sparkling Wine Flight $16-$20 Local Red Wine Flight $12-$14
High-End Specialty Flight $24-$30 Cheese Pairings $5-$8 Thursday Blind Tastings $15
Charcuterie Plates $12-$32 Chocolate Truffles $4 Olives $5 Nuts $4 Dog Friendly

Open daily 11-5

Open daily 11-6

FONTES & PHILLIPS 3630 Sagunto Street, Suite A1, Santa Ynez; 805-688-2200
Gainey Vineyard 3950 East Hwy 246, Santa Ynez; 805-688-0558
Imagine Wine 3563 Numancia Street, #103, Santa Ynez; 805-688-1769
Kalyra Winery 343 North Refugio Road, Santa Ynez; 805-693-8864
Reeves Ranch Vineyard 4000 West Oak Trail Rdoad, Santa Ynez; 805-688-7245
Roblar Winery 3010 Roblar Avenue, Santa Ynez; 805-686-2603
Sunstone 125 Refugio Road, Santa Ynez; 800-313-9463

Wed-Sun 12-5, Fri-Sat 12-6

Thu-Sat 12-5
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 11-5
Mon-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 10-5
Open by appointment only
Open daily 11-5

Bella Victorian Vineyard 2135 East Ventura Boulevard, Camarillo; 805-383-8800 Wed-Thu 11:30-7, Fri-Sat 11:30-8, Sun 11:30-4
Camarillo Custom Crush 300 South Lewis Road, Suite C, Camarillo; 805-484-0597
Sat-Sun 11-5

CANTARA CELLARS 126 North Wood Road, #104, Camarillo; 805-484-9600

Casa Barranca 208 East Ojai Avenue, Ojai; 805-640-1255

FOUR BRIX WINERY 2290 Eastman Avenue #109, Ventura; 805-256-6006

Thu-Sun 11-6
Wed, Thu, Sun 12-6, Fri-Sat 12-8

Fri 4-8, Sat-Sun 12-5

General Tasting $10 Gourmet Pizza on Friday, Saturday & Sunday Food Trucks Every First Friday of the Month

Giessinger Winery 365 Santa Clara Street, Fillmore; 805-524-5000

Mon & Thu 12-5, Tue & Wed 12-3:30, Sat 11-6, Fri & Sun 11-5

HERZOG WINE CELLARS 3201 Camino Del Sol, Oxnard; 805-983-1560

Sun-Thu 10:30-9, Fri 10:30-4

Wed-Sun 11:30-8

Ojai Beverage Co. & Tasting Room 655 East Ojai Avenue, Ojai; 805-646-1700
Old Creek Ranch Winery 10024 Old Creek Road, Ojai Valley; 805-649-4132

Open daily 10-9

Open daily 11-5

PANARO BROTHERS WINERY 4517 Market Street, #7, Ventura; 805-654-1577

Fri 3-7, Sat-Sun 11-7

General Tasting $10

Plan B Wine Cellars 3520 Arundell Circle, #107, Ventura; 805-233-1453

Rancho Ventavo Cellars 741 South A Street, Oxnard; 805-483-8084
San Vicente Cellars 741 Lakefield Road, Suite A, Westlake Village; 805-379-3554

Sat-Sun 12-5, Fridays by Appt

Fri-Sun 11-6 & by Appt
Fri 1-6, Sat-Sun 12-6

SUNLAND VINTAGE 1321 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, #108, Thousand Oaks; 805-379-2250 Thu-Fri 6-9, Sat 1-6, Sun 1-5
Morning Line Tasting (5 wines) $10 Pick Six Tasting (6 wines) $12 Across the Board Tasting (10 wines) $20
$5 Glasses of Wine on Thursdays Food Trucks & Music on Fridays

DEALS & DISCOUNTS

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

Open daily 12-6

CONWAY FAMILY 217-G Stearns Wharf (at Deep Sea), Santa Barbara; 805-618-1185
CORKS N CROWNS 32 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara; 805-845-8600

Mon-Sat 11-8, Sun 11-6

Sun-Wed 12-8, Thu-Sat 12-9

Open daily 11-6

Gold Wine Flight $8 Platinum Wine Flight $15 Pinot Noir Flight $12
International Wine Flight $8 Diamond Wine Flight $20

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Fri-Mon 12-5

DEEP SEA TASTING ROOM 217-G Stearns Wharf; Santa Barbara; 805-618-1185 Sun-Wed 12-8, Thu-Sat 12-9

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ALMA SOL WINERY 1321 East Thousand Oaks Boulevard #8, Thousand Oaks; 818-231-2749 Fri 6-9, Sat 1-6, Sun 2-5

Sat-Sun 11-5, Mon-Fri 11-4

santa barbara wineries

Giessinger 210 State Street, Santa Barbara; 805-568-0820

Grassini Family 813 Anacapa Street, #6, Santa Barbar; 805-897-3366
Happy Canyon Vineyard 30 El Paseo, Santa Barbara; 805-232-3549
Jaffurs Wine Cellars 819 East Montectio Street, Santa Barbara; 805-962-7003
Jamie Slone Wines 23 East De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara; 805-560-6555
Kalyra by the Sea 212 State Street,Santa Barbara; 805-695-8606
Kunin Wines 28 Anacapa Street, Suite A; Santa Barbara; 805 963-9633
Lafond Winery 111 East Yanonali Street, Santa Barbara; 805 845-2020
Margerum 813 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara; 805-966-9463
Margerum 32 El Paseo, Santa Barbara; 805-845-8435
Municipal Winemakers 28 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara; 805-931-6864
Oreana Winery 205 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara; 805-962-5857
Santa Barbara Winery 202 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara; 805-963-3633
Sanguis Wines 8 Ashley Avenue, Santa Barbara; 805-845-0920
Silver Wines 724 Reddick Street, Santa Barbara; 805-963-3052
Summerland 2330 Lillie Avenue, Summerland; 805-565-WINE
Vogelzang Vineyard 1129 State Street, Suite 3E, Santa Barbara; 805-568-0900
Whitcraft Winery 36A South Calle Cesar Chavez, Santa Barbara; 805-730-1680

Fri5-10, Sat 1-11, Sun 1-5

MAGNAVINO CELLARS 961 North Rice Avenue, #5, Oxnard; 805-983-2500 Most Fridays 5-8, Sat 11-6, Sun 12-6

Bridlewood Estate 3555 Roblar Avenue, Santa Ynez; 805-688-9000

Carr Winery 3563 Numancia Street,#101, Santa Ynez; 805-688-5757
Central California Wines 3553 Sagunto Street, Suite A, Santa Ynez; 805-691-4094

Cottonwood Canyon 224 Anacapa Street, Suite 1A, Santa Barbara; 805-963-1221

Aldabella Winery - 31111 Via Colinas, Westlake Village; 818-991-9463

Labrynth Winery 607 East Main Street, Suite D, Ventura; 805-585-2238

santa ynez wineries

Au Bon Climat 813 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara; 805-966-9463

Carr Winery 414 North Salsipuedes Street, Santa Barbara; 805-965-7985

ventura county wineries

Mon-Thu 12:30-6, Fri 12-7, Sat-Sun 11-8

Open daily 12-6
Open by appointment only
Winter Fri-Mon 11-5, Summer daily 11-5
Open daily 12-6
Mon-Thu 12-7, Fri-Sun 12-8
Open daily 11-6
Sun-Thu 10-6, Fri-Sat 10-7
Open daily 12-6
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Open daily 11-6
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Fri-Mon by Appt only
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Cost is $10/person and free to wine club members.

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