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Sarah Flickinger San Luis Obispo, CA Phone 805-252-5440 [email protected]

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK PASO ROBLES ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar Local winemaker featured each week. 5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles www.vinotecawinebar.com • August 27: Victor Hugo ★ ONGOING SATURDAYS IN AUGUST ★ Paso Art, Wine & Song (PAWS) Enjoy local art & music & follow the PAWS flags to enjoy the fruits of 15 local winemakers. 5-7pm, 805-238-4013, Downtown Paso Robles www.pasoroblesdowntown.org ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Gourmet Pairings at Meridian Vineyards Try gourmet food paired with fine wine 12-5pm, $5, 805-226-7133, Paso Robles www.meridianvineyards.com ONGOING SATURDAYS Templeton Farmers’ Market Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables 9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton ONGOING SATURDAYS Paso Robles Farmers’ Market Country farm arts and crafts market 8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles ONGOING Painting Exhibits at Villicana Winery Enjoy fine art work along with fine wines. 11am-5pm, 805-239-9456, Paso Robles ONGOING Estrella Warbird Museum Fascinating collection of military aircrafts 10am-4pm, 805-227-0440, Paso Robles www.ewarbirds.org ★ ★ ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST Buckaroo Artist Deborah Kunic at Café Vio Enjoy fine art, local wine & piano music Western & Wine Art Gallery in Café Vio Open Daily, 805-237-2722, Paso Robles www.cafevio.biz ★ ONGOING IN AUGUST ★ Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars Featuring Diana Mendoza 10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ ONGOING THURSDAYS IN AUGUST Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes: Cha-Cha & Tango Learn to dance & show what you have learned during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140 6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members Winery Hours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles Vina Robles Hospitality Center www.vinarobles.com ★ AUGUST 22 ★ Concerts in the Park Featuring music by Up In The Air Free, 5:30-7:30pm, City Park Gazebo 11th & Park Streets, Paso Robles ★ AUGUST 22 ★ Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco Featuring music by ZZAH 6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door 805-237-8884, Paso Robles www.riosecowine.com

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★ AUGUST 22 ★ Vina Robles Winery Summer Concert Series 2008 Featuring San Luis Jazz 805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles

★ AUGUST 30 ★ Live Comedy at EOS Featuring Lizette Mizelle 7:30pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles [email protected], www.eosvintage.com

★ AUGUST 22 ★ Pre-Olive Festival Social Mixer 5:30pm, 805-238-4103, Paso Robles www.pasoolivefestival.com

★ ★ AUGUST 30 Summer Jazz & Wine Dinners at D’Anbino Featuring George Young 805-227-6800, $55/$45 Record Club Paso Robles, www.danbino.com

★ AUGUST 23 ★ Outdoor Concert at Castoro Cellars Featuring Peppino D’Agostino. Purchase tickets early this event sells out quickly. 7pm, $22, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com

★ ★ AUGUST 31 Locally Grown & Made at Vina Robles Featuring Olea Farm, 10am-5pm, Vina Robles Hospitality Center, Paso Robles, 805-369-0140 www.vinarobles.com, www.oleafarm.com

★ ★ AUGUST 23 Fourth Annual Paso Robles Olive Festival Enjoy oils, olive oil tastings, soaps, gourmet foods and more. Juried arts & crafts, samples of olive oil ice cream & wine tasting too! 11am-4pm, 805-238-4103, Paso Robles www.pasoolivefestival.com AUGUST 23 Pre-Harvest Summer Bash for Cass Wines Wine Club Big summer party with music by Lisa O’Kane 5pm, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles www.casswines.com ★ ★ AUGUST 23 Club Member Event at Edward Sellars Enjoy tours, fine wine, music & cuisine. 11am-5pm, RSVP, 805-239-8915, Paso Robles www.edwardsellars.com

★ ★ ONGOING IN SEPTEMBER Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars Featuring Lori T 10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ ONGOING IN SEPTEMBER Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes: Samba & Mambo Learn to dance & show what you have learned during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140 6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members Winery Hours: 10am-5pm, www.vinarobles.com Vina Robles Hospitality Center, Paso Robles ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 4 Wine Club Pick Up Party at Pianetta Taste new releases & delicious pairings 6pm, 805-226-4005, Paso Robles www.pianettawinery.com

AUGUST 23 Cinema E Vino Paradiso at Meridian Winery Featuring Gentleman Prefer Blondes 6pm, 805-238-0095, www.cinemaevino.com

★ ★ SEPTEMBER 5 Castoro Cellars 25th Anniversary Weekend Celebrate 25 years of Dam Fine Wines! 11am-6pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com

★ ★ AUGUST 24 Library Tasting at Adelaida Cellars Enjoy tastings with tapas style food pairings 11am-1pm, $25/free to wine club, 805-239-8980 Paso Robles, www.adelaidacellars.com

★ ★ SEPTEMBER 6 Eberle Winemaker Dinner in the Caves Guest Chef Doug Levy of Feast Restaurant, AZ 6pm, $150pp/$120pp Cellar Club, Paso Robles www.eberlewinery.com

★ ★ AUGUST 24 Wine Show Mania at EOS Fun game show with prizes! 12-5pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles [email protected], www.eosvintage.com

★ ★ SEPTEMBER 6 Castoro Cellars 25th Anniversary Celebration Enjoy complimentary tacos, pizza and sweet treats Castoro Cellars thanks all their loyal supporters for a wonderful 25 years. Eat, drink and listen to the Tex Mex Blues of Grammy Winner Louie Ortega. 12-4pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com

★ AUGUST 29 ★ Sunset Wine Down at Robert Hall Winery Unwind out on the Garden Terrace as Robert Hall continues their Friday night music series. The evening includes music, a glass of wine and a light dinner. 6-9pm, $25 pp/$20 Cavern Club 805-239-1616 x24, Paso Robles www.roberthallwinery.com ★ ★ AUGUST 29 Concerts in the Park Featuring music by Sugar Daddy Swing Kings Free, 5:30-7:30pm, City Park Gazebo 11th & Park Streets, Paso Robles ★ ★ AUGUST 30 Rhône Blending Party at Opolo! Blend your own magnum of red wine to take home. An “expert tasting panel” will judge your wines. The winner takes home an etched double magnum of their unique blend! 3pm www.opolo.com, 805-238-9593, Paso Robles

★ ★ SEPTEMBER 6 Eagle Castle Courtyard Concert Enjoy wine & blues under the stars 7pm, $30/$20 Cellar Club, Paso Robles www.eaglecastlewinery.com ★ SEPTEMBER 12 ★ Bocce Ball Tournament at Eberle Enjoy a day of fabulous wine, commemorative bocce gear, amazing prizes and dinner. 11am, $69/$55Club, BBQ only $35, Paso Robles www.eberlewinery.com, 805-238-9607x204 [email protected] ★ ★SEPTEMBER 13 Release Party at Vihuela Winery Celebrate great wine & music with a new wine and a new CD by Spanish guitar trio Incendio. $50, 805-835-4304, Paso Robles www.vihuelawinery.com

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★ SEPTEMBER 13 ★ Ancestor Release Celebration Dinner at Halter Ranch Held in the rustic simplicity of their historic barn featuring Chef Jeffery Scott 6pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles www.halterranch.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 13 Hwy 46 West Wineries Present – The 5th Annual West Fest Wine & Blues Festival 2008 Enjoy fine wines from the 15 wineries of Hwy 46 West while listening to the Guy Budd Band. Chef Paul from the Courtyard Marriott will be cooking an oak fired tri-trip meal. Ticket includes admission to the blues festival, dinner & wine club discounts at all participating wineries for the entire weekend. A silent auction and live auction will go on during the event where you can go home with great wine packages. 4-7pm, $45, 805-239-1918 Peachy Canyon Winery, Templeton [email protected] www.paso46westwineries.com ★ Featuring the following wineries: ★ Peachy Canyon Winery, www.peachycanyon.com Castoro Cellars, www.castorocellars.com Grey Wolf Cellars, www.greywolfcellars.com Rocky Creek Cellars, www.rockycreekcellars.com SEPTEMBER 13 Harvest & Winemaking Seminar Seminar & lunch at Tablas Creek $20, 805-237-1231, Paso Robles www.tablascreek.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 14 Lazy Local Concert at Castoro Cellars Free concert featuring Sleepy Guitar Johnson Bring a picnic & enjoy wine tasting & great music 805-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 20 Flights & Bites Hwy 46 East Wineries celebrate wine month & gather for a fun night of wine, cheese & gourmet bites. 6pm, $30, 805-226-8099 Paso Robles, www.pasowine46east SEPTEMBER 20 Art de Tiza Chalk-art celebration will offer a visual feast of chalk murals created by area artists on the sidewalk of Pine Street between 11th and 12th streets. Artwork will be in progress beginning at 8 am. 805-238-4103, Paso Robles ★ SEPTEMBER 20 ★ 11th Annual Taste of Downtown A superb culinary, artistic and musical experience in historic downtown Paso Robles. 11am-6pm, $25, 805-238-4103 ★ SEPTEMBER 26 ★ Sunset Wine Down at Robert Hall Winery Wrap up your summer vacation at Robert Hall Winery’s Sunset Wine Down series. Enjoy live music on the Garden Terrace, award-winning wine and great food. 6–9pm, $25pp / $20 Cavern Club Reservations required: 805-239-1616 ext. 24 [email protected], Paso Robles www.roberthallwinery.com

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK CALENDAR OF EVENTS ★ SEPTMEBER 26 ★ Vina Robles Winery Summer Concert Series 2008 Featuring Sugar Daddy Swing Kings 805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 27 Donati Family Vineyard Harvest Party Come celebrate the 2008 Harvest with Donati Family Vineyards. Sample the newly unveiled Ezio blend, named after Ron Donati’s father. Enjoy a catered lunch for $15 or order the Harvest Wine 4 Pack and lunch is on them! Free outdoor concert featuring Jill Knight. 10am-5pm, RSVP, 877-511-9463, Templeton ★ SEPTEMBER 27 ★ 10th Annual Grape Stomp at EOS Have fun hand-picking grapes for a fun stomping contest & enjoy a BBQ lunch with friends and family in the beautiful picnic area. 12-4pm, $40, 805-239-2562x16, Paso Robles ★ SEPTEMBER 27 ★ Bacchanalia at Silverhorse Fun grape stomp event with new releases, wine tasting and more. Paso Robles 805-467-WINE, www.silverhorse.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 27 Mike Marshall & Choro Famoso at Castoro Cellars 7pm, $22, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ ONGOING IN OCTOBER Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes: Swing & Fox Trot Learn to dance & show what you have learned during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140 6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members Winery Hours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles Vina Robles Hospitality Center www.vinarobles.com OCTOBER 17 Harvest Pig Roast at Cass Wines A delicious pig roast, a bonfire, fine wine & gourmet goodies will be prepared by Chef Brandon. 6-10pm, $40, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles, www.casswines.com ★ OCTOBER 17 ★ Eberle Harvest Wine Tour Winemaker Dinner Featuring Post Ranch Inn of Big Sur $150/$120 Cellar Club, 805-238-9607 Paso Robles, www.eberlewinery.com ★ OCTOBER 17 ★ 2008 Harvest Festival Orchid Hill & Silver Stone Winemaker Dinner Orchid Hill/Silver Stone Harvest Dinner which features the Orchid Collector Series and Silver Stone’s exciting new red blends. Enjoy a magical evening of fine wine, gourmet food, barrel sampling, and dancing under the stars at the vineyards. $135, RSVP 805-237-7525 www.orchidhillwine.com ★ OCTOBER 17-19 ★ Harvest Wine Affair Weekend at Silverhorse Enjoy new releases, library wines & music too! 11am-5pm, 805-467-WINE, Paso Robles www.silverhorse.com

★ OCTOBER 17-19 ★ Renaissance Faire Harvest Festival Weekend at Eagle Castle Winery Great food, wine, music & full contact jousting with the Knights of Mayhem, $7/$5 Cellar Club 805-227-1428, Paso Robles Friday: 10:30-7:30pm, Meet the Knights! Saturday & Sunday: Fair with jousting, vendors, singers & dancers Saturday Evening: A Knight’s Feast $45/$40 club members www.eaglecastlewinery.com ★ OCTOBER 17-19 ★ Harvest Wine Tour Weekend Paso Robles wineries open their doors to offer an abundance of activities unique to Wine Country. Over the three day weekend you will find more than 100 individual events at nearly 90 wineries. 805-239-8463, Paso Robles For more information visit www.pasowine.com ★ OCTOBER 17-19 ★ 2008 Harvest Wine Tour at Adalaida Enjoy current releases, library wines, barrel samples and hors d’oeuvres prepared by Chef Claude Chazalon. 10-5pm, 805-239-8980 800-676-1232, Paso Robles, www.adalaida.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 17-19 2008 Harvest Wine Tour Party at Peachy Canyon The festivities kick off with a fierce carving pumpkin contest, great wine, gourmet BBQ dinner, live music, fun prizes and much more. 4pm-8pm, $65/$55 club members 805-239-1918, Paso Robles www.peachycanyon.com/events

ONGOING Central Coast Outdoor Day Hikes Sat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Bay www.centralcoastoutdoors.com

AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 1 Art in the Park Arts & crafts, fine art, jewelry and more! 10am-5pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay

ONGOING Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists 7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay www.morrobayartassociation.org

OCTOBER 4-5 Morro Bay Harbor Festival Enjoy a wide array of festivities including wine tasting with 40 local wineries participating, chowder contest, kids carnival, music and more 800-366-6043, Morro Bay Harbor visit www.mbhf.com for details

ONGOING Adventures with Nature Docent guided walks Morro Bay State Park Museum of Natural History, 805-772-2694, www.ccnha.org Various hikes at various times including; Fast Hike to Coon Creek, White’s Point Vistas, Black Hill Trail, Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon. ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk Art galleries’ open house receptions 5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay ONGOING SATURDAYS Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians 3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay AUGUST 30 – SEPTEMBER 1 Peddler’s Faire in Cayucos Find a bargain in a fun atmosphere in view of the ocean! 9am-4pm, 805-995-1200, Cayucos

SAN LUIS OBISPO ONGOING TUESDAYS 2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste Weekly drink specials 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste Tastings with the winemaker 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com ★ ONGOING SATURDAYS THROUGH ★ SEPTEMBER 27 Wine and Cheese Pairings at Tolosa Winery Enjoy 4 estate wines paired with 4 artisan cheeses offered in the Heritage Room 11am-3pm, $20/$15 Heritage Club 805-782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com

★ ★ OCTOBER 17-19 2008 Harvest Festival at Arroyo Robles Many exciting events over the weekend including a winemaker cruise, a pancake breakfast, a harvest grape stomp with surf & turf dinner and more! 877-759-WINE Please visit www.arroyorobles.com for event details. Paso Robles OCTOBER 17-19 Italian Cars & Food Celebrazione Featuring catering by Café Roma 7pm, $120 pp/$90pp wine club, 805-238-2520 Paso Robles, www.martinweyrich.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 18 7th Far Out Wineries’ “Best of the West” at Opolo Vineyards Join 16 Far Out Wineries for an educational seminar and tasting. www.faroutwineries.com 10am, $55, RSVP, 805-237-0138, Paso Robles ★ ★ OCTOBER 18 Las Vegas Disco Inferno at Silverhorse Las Vegas 70’s Style cover band & Las Vegas games, 6pm, 805-467-WINE, Paso Robles www.silverhorse.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 24 Vina Robles Winery Summer Concert Series 2008 Featuring Sean Wiggins 805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Roble CAYUCOS AND MORRO BAY ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves Art, crafts, children’s activities, music & more 10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach www.pismochamber.com

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK ONGOING Christopher Cohan Center Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo 805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org • Sept 18: Frank Caliendo • Sept 26: Oliver! ONGOING The San Luis Obispo Art Center Permanent collection and constantly rotating exhibits of works by local artists in all media – paintings, sculpture, photography and more. 11am-5pm, 805-543-8562, San Luis Obispo www.sloartcenter.org ONGOING WEEKENDS Live Music at Mother’s Tavern Beautiful upscale tavern with big band music most Sundays too! Call for schedules. 805-541-8733, San Luis Obispo www.motherstavern.com ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY Dallidet Adobe & Gardens Oldest house in the city of San Luis Obispo Site of first commercial winery in the area. 10am-1pm, 805-543-0638, San Luis Obispo www.slochs.org/dallidet ONGOING Lectures & Art at California Polytechnic State University 805-756-1511, San Luis Obispo www.calpolynews.calpoly.edu ONGOING Automobilia Museum Specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes along with many other antiques relating to transportation 10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis Opispo ONGOING Hearst Castle Tours Experience grand reflections from the 1930s $30, 800-444-4445, San Luis Obispo www.hearstcastle.com ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Art Gallery Events “Art After Dark” Various art galleries stay open late & host artist receptions with wine & cheese. 5-9pm, 805-544-9251, San Luis Obispo www.sloartcouncil.org ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting at The Loading Dock Live music, wine and food 7-10pm, $5, 805-934-3471, San Luis Obispo ONGOING A Murder Mystery Dinner Enjoy a parody of The Pirates of the Caribbean with a delicious dinner, wine and laughter. 5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com SEPTEMBER 10 Taste of San Luis Obispo A gourmet fundraiser extravaganza of more than 60 vendors offering samples of delicious food & wine featuring music for listening & dancing. Mission Plaza, San Luis Obispo 6-11pm, Seating is limited, RSVP 805-541-0286 ATASCADERO ONGOING Movies in the Park at the Sunken Gardens Bring the family & enjoy a movie in the park on the giant screen. 805-461-5000 www.atascadero.org • August 23: Charlotte’s Web • August 30: Shrek the Third

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AUGUST 23 Concert at Green Arcres Lavendar Farm Featuring David Olney 7pm, $20, 805-466-0837, Atascadero www.greenacreslavenderfarm.com OCTOBER 11-12, 25-26 Open Studios Tour at Green Acres Lavendar Farm Artists painting, musicians playing, lavender distilling! 805-466-0837, Atascadero www.greenacreslavenderfarm.com AVILA BEACH ONGOING SUNDAYS Art on the Beach at Avila Beach Artists paint & present their work 10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier AUGUST 31 A SLO Symphony “Pops Concert” by the Sea Enjoy great music outdoors by the ocean in beautiful Avila Beach. Bring your gourmet snacks and enjoy the great wines available to purchase. 2:30pm, 805-543-3533, $15 Avila Beach Golf Resort ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 4 Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards Stroll through the Schoolhouse & patio with hors d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts and clothing from local artists and designers. The evening will have an exciting theme with guest vendors, chefs & live music. 5:30-8:30pm $25, $20 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE Avila Beach, www.salisburyvineyards.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 7 Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series at Salisbury Vineyards Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music while enjoying the perfect Avila climate. 1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach www.salisburyvineyards.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 21 Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series at Salisbury Vineyards Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music while enjoying the perfect Avila climate. 1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach www.salisburyvineyards.com

★ NOVEMBER 2 ★ Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series at Salisbury Vineyards Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music while enjoying the perfect Avila climate. 1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach www.salisburyvineyards.com ★ NOVEMBER 6 ★ Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards Stroll through the Schoolhouse & patio with hors d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts and clothing from local artists and designers. The evening will have an exciting theme with guest vendors, chefs, & live music. 5:30-8:30pm $25, $20 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE ★ ★ DECEMBER 4 Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards Stroll through the Schoolhouse & patio with hors d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts and clothing from local artists and designers. The evening will have an exciting theme with guest vendors, chefs, & live music. 5:30-8:30pm $25, $20 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE ARROYO GRANDE ONGOING Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077 Arroyo Grande ONGOING SATURDAYS Arroyo Grande Farmers’ Market Farm fresh produce, music, arts & crafts 12-2:30pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande www.arroyograndevillage.org ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Learn How to Make Ice Cream Enjoy a 30 minute skit about ice cream where you help create new flavors. 7pm, Arroyo Grande, 805-474-4068 www.docburnsteins.com ONGOING Clark Center for Performing Arts 805-489-9444, Arroyo Grande www.clarkcenter.org • Aug 30: Highway 101 • Sept 11: Winter Dance Party

★ OCTOBER 2 ★ Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards Stroll through the Schoolhouse & patio with hors d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts and clothing from local artists and designers. The evening will have an exciting theme with guest vendors, chefs, & live music. 5:30-8:30pm $25, $20 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE

ONGOING Village Summer Concert Bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs & blankets and enjoy a variety of music. 1-3pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande Bandstand on the Village Green • August 24: SLO County Band & Maestro Brass • September 7: SLO Blues Society • September 21: SLO Mambo and The Pat Cormick Group

★ OCTOBER 5 ★ Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series at Salisbury Vineyards Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music while enjoying the perfect Avila climate. 1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach www.salisburyvineyards.com

★ ★ SEPTEMBER 14 5th Annual Taste of the Central Coast A benefit featuring top chefs, world class wineries, live music & exciting auctions. 3pm $75, 805-781-3535, The Cypress Ridge Pavillion Arroyo Grande, www.TasteOfTheCentralCoast.com

★ ★ OCTOBER 19 Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series at Salisbury Vineyards Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music while enjoying the perfect Avila climate. 1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach www.salisburyvineyards.com

OCEANO ONGOING The Great American Melodrama 805-489-2499, Oceano www.americanmelodrama.com • Ongoing through September 20: Showdown at Slick Rock Ranch

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SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON ONGOING Santa Maria Valley Railroad 805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.com Elegant excursions with five star gourmet meals ★ ONGOING FRIDAYS ★ Friday Night Wine Down Live music, snacks, fine wine at Costa de Oro 4:30-7:30pm, tasting room fees apply. 805-922-1468, Santa Maria ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum Lots of fun including a train simulator exhibit 1-4:30pm, 805-714-4927, Santa Maria www.smvrhm.org/museum ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1 Photo Contest at Riverbench Winery Submit your photos of the Riverbench Winery Win a gourmet wine and food tasting for 10! 805-937-8340, Santa Maria www.riverbench.com ONGOING THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Friday Nite “Wine” Downs at Cottonwood Canyon. Come out the 3rd Friday of every month thru September and the 2nd Friday in October to “Wine” Down your work week to the sounds of live music & enjoy a glass of your favorite Cottonwood wine. For band listings visit www.cottonwoodcanyon.com, Santa Maria 5:30-8:30pm, 805-937-VINE ★ ★ AUGUST 23 Costa de Oro Barbecue Teriyaki chicken, grilled pineapple, rice & salad, $9 Hotdogs & BBQ corn for kids, $1.50 Prepared by Zoe’s Catering 805-922-1468, Santa Maria SANTA MARGARITA ONGOING Spring Flowers Nature Hike Guided hike with trained horticuluralist $15, 805-238-7324, Reservation required Lazy Arrow Ranch, Santa Margarita LOS OLIVOS ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks Free movie & snacks with discussion 7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivos www.wildlingmuseum.org ★ ★ ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30 Art Show at Carina Cellars Featuring Katie Desrochers 11am-5pm, 805-688-2459, Los Olivos www.carinacellars.com ONGOING THURSDAYS Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Café Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres 5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com • August 21: South African Tasting Journey ONGOING SATURDAYS Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting Enjoy delicious organic tastings 10am-2pm, $3, Los Olivos, 805-693-1600 www.globalgardensgifts.com ONGOING THURSDAYS Fess Parker’s Wine Country Sing Along Sing along with Fess & Marcy, 8:30-10:30pm 805-688-7788, Los Olivos, www.syvva.com

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK WINE COUNTRY NEWS AUGUST 22 Winemaker Dinner at Los Olivos Café Featuring Jonata Winery 6pm, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com SANTA YNEZ ONGOING MONDAYS Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts Santa Barbara Darts Association Enjoy BBQ and Darts, 7pm, 805-686-4785 Santa Ynez, www.mavericksaloon.org ONGOING Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum and Parks - Janeway Carriage House Exhibits from Chumash period through early 20th century ranch days. 12-4pm, 805-688-7889, Santa Ynez www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org

ONGOING Solvang Farmers’ Market Fresh produce, flowers and foods, 3-7pm Solvang , 805-962-5354, www.solvangca.com ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting on the Patio Live guitar music along with fine wines 5:30-7pm, 800-624-5572, Solvang www.royalscandinavianinn.com ONGOING WEEKENDS Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise Guided 2 hour cruise with wildlife and geology $15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lake www.cachuma.com ONGOING Elverhoj Museum of History & Art Ongoing exhibits of art & photogaphy 805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org

SECOND THURSDAY Wine Impressions at Artiste Join fellow wine lovers for a blind tasting, sensory evaluation & discussion by region. 7-9pm, 805-686-2626, Santa Ynez www.artiste.com

AUGUST 23 Wheels ’n’ Windmills Car Show More than 200 cars, trucks and motorcycles from all over California 8am-4pm, 805-688-6112, Solvang

ONGOING Chumash Casino Concerts 800-585-3737, Santa Ynez www.chumashcasino.com • August 21: Glen Campbell

AUGUST 29 Summer Fridays Wine & Cheese Pairing Enjoy a special wine and cheese pairing where four select wines are paired with artisan cheeses. 6-8pm, $20, 805-686-9336 Lucas & Lewellen, Solvang

ONGOING Cachuma Lake Nature Walk Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail 10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez Park www.cachuma.com ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Jazz on the Deck at Vineyard House Live music and fine food 6:30pm, $2, 805-688-2886, Santa Ynez www.thevineyardhouse.com ONGOING Art Exhibit at Artiste Winery Featuring Paul Brown 11am-5pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com, Santa Ynez SEPTEMBER 20 Artist Reception at Artiste Featuring Paul Brown the first artist to appear on an Artiste label. 1-4pm, $150, Santa Ynez 707-433-1920, www.artiste.com LOMPOC ONGOING SATURDAYS Olde Towne Market in Lompoc Great food, wine & music, Lompoc 805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com AUGUST 29 Cruise Night in Lompoc Enjoy watching all types of cars cruise by. 5-7pm, 805-875-8108, Lompoc AUGUST 30 7th Annual Car Show Cool cars, silent auction, live music, pedal car drag race & more! 9am-3pm, 805-875-8108 Lompoc

★ ★ AUGUST 30 Santa Ynez Rotary Wine & Food Fest 12 of the valley’s finest wineries will offer their premium pours paired with signatures starters. Proceeds benefit Valley charities. 3-7pm, 805-245-0939, $45 includes keepsake wine glass & $30 of “Rotary Money”, $10 for designated drivers & minors at the door, children under 12 free. [email protected] Old Mission Inn Santa Ynez, Solvang SEPTEMBER 19-21 72nd Annual Danish Days Enjoy music, dancing, traditional foods, folk art demonstrations, singing, games, aebleskive eating contests, akvavit tasting & more 805-688-6144, Solvang visit www.solvangusa.com for more details SEPTEMBER 26-28 Solvang Jazz Festival 2008 Celebrate 3 days of America’s jazz music under the leadership of Stix Hooper. 425-481-3274, Solvang Visit www.solvangjazz.com for details. SANTA BARBARA ONGOING SUNDAYS Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show Featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry 10am–6pm, 805-897-1982, East Beach Pier www.sbaacs.com

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ONGOING TUESDAYS Discussions & Coffee Tastings Get insider info on up & coming books, music and movies with coffee tasting too, Santa Barbara 805-899-3659, 3pm, Borders, Books & Music

ONGOING Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful views 10am–3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang

ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting with the Winemakers 4-7pm, 805-691-1020, East Beach Wines Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwine.com

ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine & Cheese Pairings at East Beach Wines Enjoy delicious pairings & new selections each week, 4-7pm, $10, 805-899-1535 Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwines.com ONGOING Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater Guided tours upon request 805-996-4946, Santa Barbara www.loberotheater.com ONGOING University at Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures 805-893-3535, www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu ONGOING Trout Fishing & Wildlife Walks at Cachuma Lake Enjoy fishing (with trout brought in) & excellent wildlife viewing from bald eagles to mule deer. 805-686-5055, Santa Barbara, www.sbparks.org ONGOING Historic Downtown Walking Tour Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbara’s past 10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara ONGOING Wine Dinners at Wine Cask 6:30pm, 805-996-9463, www.winecask.com • August 28: Talley Vineyards • September 25: Departures • October 23: Jaffurs Wine Cellars • November 20: November Ampelos Winery ONGOING Ty Warner Sea Center Explore creatures of the sea 805-962-2526, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History www.sbnature.org/seacenter ONGOING Lectures & Readings at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 805-962-8404, Santa Barbara, www.sbmm.org ONGOING SATURDAYS Cachuma Lake Nature Walk 1 mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail 10-11:30am, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara Cachuma Lake Nature Center www.cachuma.com ONGOING SATURDAYS Junior Ranger Program Kids learn about wildlife, ecosystems & caring for the environment 1-2pm, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara Cachuma Lake Nature Center www.cachuma.com ONGOING Art Workshops for Children at Art from Scrap Fun workshops where kids reuse all sorts of materials to make works of art! Tues-Sat, 10am-2pm, $6, 805-884-0459 www.artfromscrap.org ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS First Thursday Art, cultural events & fine wine tasting! 5-8pm, 805-962-2098, various venues in downtown Santa Barbara www.santabarbaradowntown.com

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ONGOING Santa Barbara Museum of Art 805-963-4364, www.sbma.net • Ongoing through November 2: African Dinosaur - Interactive exhibit ONGOING Surfing Lessons Enjoy an exciting day in the water 805-898-0671, Santa Barbara www.sbadventureco.com ONGOING Planetarium Shows at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History 805-682-4711, www.sbnature.com • Exploring the Spring Sky • Cosmic Safari • Secrets of the Cardboard Rocket AUGUST 21 Santa Barbara Museum of Art Night Enjoy art, music, martinis, outrageous onenight-only interactive happenings & redefine what it means to engage with art. 5:30-8pm, $35, 805-963-4364 Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara AUGUST 24 Santa Barbara Brazilian Food & Music Series Music by Sambajah & DJ Piatan with delicious Brazilian food & drinks offered for sale. 4pm, $7, 818-508-8753, 500 Anacapa St. Santa Barbara, www.sbbraziliancarnaval.com ★ ★ AUGUST 28 Talley Vineyards Winemaker Dinner at Wine Cask Delicious 5 course menu paired with fine wines. 6pm, $125, 805-966-9463, Santa Barbara www.winecask.com SEPTEMBER 6 Sandcastle & Sculpting Workshop Get ready for the sandcastle contest with a sandcastle building workshop. 1-4pm 877-966-3979, East Beach Santa Barbara SEPTEMBER 7 27th Annual Taste of the Town Savor samples from more than 80 Santa Barbara restaurants and wineries. All proceeds benefit the Santa Barbara Arthritis Foundation. $125 12-3pm, 805-563-4685, Santa Barbara SEPTEMBER 12 Zoo-B-Que After-hours picnic at the Zoo includes a BBQ dinner, live music and Zookeeper talks are all part of the fun. $16, 4:30pm, 805-962-5339 SEPTEMBER 12-14 West Beach Music Festival Santa Barbara’s largest music festival on the beach! 10am, for more information visit www.westbeachfestival.com, 805-845-6658 West Beach Santa Barbara SEPTEMBER 13 Sandcastle & Sculpting Festival Fabulous sandcastle contest, live music, treasure hunt, surf-a-duck race, and more! 11am-5pm, 877-966-3979 East Beach Santa Barbara SEPTEMBER 26 Courthouse Jazz Great jazz at the Sunken Gardens at the Courthouse. 5pm, 805-453-5973 Santa Barbara

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VIHUELA WINERY Hitting the High Notes

by Michael Cervin

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ine has a propensity to bring things together: Pinot Noir and lamb; Cabernet and steak, and my favorite, Chardonnay, popcorn and goat cheese. Great partnerships too have evolved because of wine, such as Opus One bringing together American and European sensibilities. And then there’s Matt and Mike from Vihuela Winery. They both grew up in Orange County, they both moved to the Paso Robles area, and they both worked with computers, which is how they first met. Now they both work with wine. Though their last names have become irrelevant within the context of Vihuela Winery (pronounced Vee-wa-yah), these two best friends have proved that with focus, dedication and knowing the precise roles to play, anyone can become successful in the Paso Robles wine game. Vihuela is Spanish for “guitar” and their wine labels feature an elegant guitar on them. “Matt and I met in the IT industry. For him, this winery this has been a life long dream,” Mike said. Prior to their meeting in the computer industry, Matt had obtained his

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enology degree from Fresno State. When the two met they became fast friends and over lunches and Matt would speak of his dream of starting a winery one day. Because of Matt’s passion and enthusiasm Mike was drawn in to the idea due to Matt’s conviction. “We’re a good fit. Before Matt could even finish the sentence about becoming partners, I wrote a check,” says Mike. Though Matt always had the passion, wine wasn’t something Mike never saw himself moving into. “For me, if there was something that primed me for the wine industry, it was my mom who was big into food and wine.” But that was pretty much minimal exposure. Mike, being the more gregarious of the two, quickly became the “face” of Vihuela Winery while Matt was more suited to the vineyard. “I talk to people at trade shows and festivals and Matt talks to the vines in the vineyard. He’s sort of like the vine whisperer,” Mike joked. But this understanding of their respective roles has served them well. “We leveraged our strengths,” Mike stated. “Matt owns and runs the vineyard and I own and operate the winery, we work together to make the wine; Matt as the www.winecountrythisweek.com

science, me as the art.” The interior of their tasting room has exposed brick walls and exposed painted wood rafters. Local art rotates every two months and live music is offered on Friday and Saturday nights in courtyard of neighboring Wine Attic. Their wine club has some exceptional benefits, including a 35 percent case discount the day you sign up, and up to a 30 percent discount on wines. They only make one white so far, a Chardonnay, with the focus being on Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. “We’ll be doing a white Rhône blend of Marsanne, Eousanne and Viognier to round out what we offer with the whites. But Matt’s experience is with big reds and Bordeaux varietals,” Mike mentioned. Then there is their signature blend called Concierto del Rojo, meaning “concert of red,” an unorthodox blend of Syrah, Merlot and Petite Verdot. They hope to add something new to their line up of wines each year, something innovative to keep it fresh. They are happy to create gift baskets using their wine and the locally made gourmet items they sell. They also include classical

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK WINE COUNTRY NEWS guitar music as well in their baskets. They also make their own breadsticks which are quite good. “Our grand opening was in 2005 with the Paso Robles wine festival,” Mike said. The tasting room opened in January 2008 for them to gain more exposure. “You either invest more in advertising, or open a location to advertise for you,” Mike said of the comfortable tasting room. “Paso Robles is becoming like a little Healdsburg, but it has it’s own flair, it’s developing in a very positive direction,” he believes. And certainly the people keep coming. Bottle prices range from $18 to $30. One of the unique things about Vihuela is that given Matt’s love of classical guitar (which he still plays) and the flamenco vibe, they play a lot of guitar music in the tasting room. As part of their weekend mini concerts, they became acquainted with a band called Incendio, based out of Los Angeles. Eventually the winery and band formed a partnership of sorts and Incendio even wrote a song called “Vihuela.” In turn, Vihuela Winery named one of their wines Incendio and a unique CD and wine combo will soon be available. This all fits into the idea of what Matt and Mike are aiming for, namely a personal touch to their wines, something that speaks from their heart to yours. Vihuela Winery tasting room is located at 1307 Park Street Alley in Paso Robles. The $5 tasting fee allows you to sample all their wines and the fee is waived with any wine purchase. You can visit them online at www.vihuelawinery.com or call (805) 226-2010.

Fine Wine... Fine Art... Fine Food 1307 Park St. Alley, Downtown Paso Robles www.vihuelawinery.com 805.226.2010

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5th Annual Taste of the Central Coast – An Elegant Wine & Food Tasting Benefit The Family Care Network will be celebrating 21 years of serving the Central Coast at the 5th Annual Taste of the Central Coast held at the Cypress Ridge Pavilion in Arroyo Grande on Sunday, September 14 from 3 to 6:30 p.m. The Taste of the Central Coast is an elegant fine food and wine tasting event that showcases local talent while raising funds to support the local foster and high-needs children and families served by the Family Care Network. This year’s Taste of the Central Coast will feature twenty-six top savory and pastry chefs from establishments such as Windows on the Water, Lido and The Park, as well as sixteen vintners from wineries such as Castoro Cellars and Laetitia Vineyards. Held again at the Cypress Ridge Pavilion in Arroyo Grande, guests will enjoy beautiful and lush surroundings while listening to the live music of “Wholly Jazz.” Guests will also participate in a silent and live auction, featuring exciting items such as a week stay in San Miguel de Allende Mexico and a SLO eGo electric vehicle, in addition to weekend getaways and unique varieties of Central Coast wine. This year’s auction will once again be presented by Auctioneer Scott Vernon with hosts Chad and Andy from Cat Country 96.1.

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By combining fine food, wine, music and the community, the Taste of the Central Coast has become a premier event supporting local foster and high-needs children and families. This year’s event is sponsored by Bryan J. Crawford – Charles Schwab, Arroyo Grande Community Hospital and McCarthy’s Wholesale. Tickets for the event are $75 per person and can be purchased by visiting TasteOfTheCentralCoast.com or by calling (805) 781-3535. 100% of the net proceeds earned at the event will benefit the children and families served by the Family Care Network. This elegant afternoon affair will begin promptly at 3 p.m. The Family Care Network is a private, nonprofit children and families services provider. In its 20+ year history, the agency has grown to serve over 2,000 children, youth and families in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties through 17 distinct programs under five service divisions including: Therapeutic Foster Care; Family Support Services; School-Based Mental Health and Delinquency Prevention Services; Transitional Housing Services; and Community-Linked Services. For more information on the Family Care Network, visit FCNI.org or call (805) 781-3535.

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Wineries of Highway 46 East Present an Evening of Flights and Bites Celebrate the “Spirit of Wine” during the Summer Esprit du Vin – Saturday, September 20 Celebrate California Wine Month and gather for an amazing weekend honoring the collective spirit and enthusiasm of the Paso Robles wineries located along Highway 46 East. On Saturday, September 20, all ten Wineries of Highway 46 East will gather at the River Oaks Golf Club in Paso Robles for a fun night of wine, cheese and gourmet bites. Sip and sample incredible wines expertly paired with artisanal cheeses and enjoy the many award-winning wines from this region in one amazing event! The Summer Esprit “Flights and Bites” will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the River Oaks Golf Course located at 700 Club House Drive in Paso Robles. Tickets are $30 per person and include a logo glass. Purchase yours by calling (805) 226-8099. Or, for more information, visit www.pasowine46east.com. Shuttle service will be available for an additional fee. The Wineries of Highway 46 East is a consortium of wineries located along Highway 46 on the east side of Highway 101 in Paso Robles, California. Member wineries include: Bianchi, Chumeia Vineyards, Clautiere Vineyard, Eberle Winery, EOS Estate Winery, Firestone Vineyard, Martin & Weyrich, Meridian, Sylvester Winery and Tobin James Cellars.

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BIANCHI WINERY Wines to be Enjoyed with Family and Friends By Mark Storer

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ianchi Winery is keeping busy through the summer and releasing some new wines to prove it. Called “The Signature Selection,” it features Italian varietals and includes two 2005 offerings including Barbera from the San Juan vineyard and Sangiovese from Paso Robles. Bianchi also released their 2007 Santa Barbara County Pinot Grigio. On August 23rd, the Paso Olive festival will be held and Bianchi will be pouring selections along with other wineries and, of course, local olive and olive oil producers who will be showing off the diversity of Paso’s produce. The fall will see Bianchi’s Harvest Dinner on October 18. Chef Chris New from Level 4 restaurant in Paso Robles will be creating dishes paired with various Bianchi wines. The Bianchi story begins not in Paso Robles, but in the Central Valley. In 1992, Joseph Bianchi’s son Glenn took over the Central Valley operations but he grew restless. He wanted to bump up the quality of the wine and make some profound changes. Indeed, the younger Bianchi revamped the

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eight different ranches and continued in the bulk wine business. But by 2000, he knew it was time to move west and that is precisely what he did. Setting up shop in 2000 in Paso Robles, the Bianchi’s purchased 40 acres of land and began a correspondent search for quality grapes. 22 of the acres Bianchi purchased were taken out and replanted with superior vines of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Bianchi Winery began to produce quality grapes and quality wine. The first harvest and crush in Paso Robles was in 2004 and by 2005, winemaker Tom Lane joined the team and Bianchi was well on the way to a whole new life. “I’d been involved in the U.C. Davis graduate program,” says Lane “and worked for seven years at Navarro Vineyards [in the Anderson Valley] as well as 10 years at Concannon before I came here.” Lane is from Livermore originally where Concannon is based. As part of Concannon’s winemaking team, Lane purchased Paso Robles grapes and knew their worth. “My wife and I love it here. It’s really a great place to make wine,” he says. Bianchi’s Paso Robles operation is the only winery on Branch Road off of Highway 46 East. It stands alone in many other ways, too. www.winecountrythisweek.com

Producing a little less than 15,000 cases of wine a year, Lane says his largest bottling is only 1400 cases. “We’re into a lot of varietals and we kind of take our time with each one,” he says. There are now 28 estate acres of vineyard from which Lane gathers the fruit and he travels up and down the state looking for quality sources. “I get Sauvignon Blanc out of Lockwood because I really like how it doesn’t have that over-powering grassiness to it. We get Chardonnay out of the Edna Valley and Santa Maria and Pinot Noir out of Santa Maria as well,” he adds. There’s Pinot Grigio from the Los Alamos area and some Italian varietals as well from the Paso area. But the attention to detail in each varietal has paid off. The 2005 Zinfandel from Paso Robles won the Gold medal from Jerry Mead’s New World Wine Competition and took third place honors in the 2008 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. In the Pinot Noir Shootout featuring some 300 Pinot Noirs, Bianchi took third place with their Pinot that retails for between $25 and $30 a bottle. Impressive standings from a truly stand alone winery. That quality can be attributed to Lane’s dedication to his craft. “Everything is a blend to me,” says Lane speaking of his winemaking

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style. “Whether or not it’s a single varietal, it’s still a blend. I might be making Cabernet Sauvignon, but I’ll use fruit from our Estate Clone eight while my neighbor grows Clone 337 and I’ll put the two together.” Lane also argues that the type of barrel used, the type of yeast, the various techniques depending on what is called for make all of his wines “blends.” Still, Lane does blend fruit and has come up with some wonderful successes most of which can only be purchased at the Paso Robles tasting room. “We make a traditional Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot that I really like,” he says. It’s called TreVino. Lane also experimented successfully with a blend of Pinot Noir and Syrah that he calls “Syranot” and it, too, is quite popular. Bianchi’s main focus has been on the tasting room and on restaurants but bottle shops are carrying the wines more and more. The quality of the fruit combined with Tom Lane’s attention to each varietal and each detail has made the Bianchi name stand out in a crowded field. “I don’t actually drink wine every night,” Lane says. “But we certainly do enjoy it when we do.” The Lane’s have three children, two daughters who are off pursuing college and careers and a son in high school as well. Lane’s own advice about enjoying wine could be the motto for Bianchi itself. “The best glass of wine is the one that’s enjoyed with family and friends and you’re not focusing so much on the wine, but on life.” Indeed, quality comes from making something that enhances your customers’ lives. That too describes Bianchi. Bianchi Winery is located at 3380 Branch Road in Paso Robles; open for tasting from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information, call (805) 226-9922. www.winecountrythisweek.com

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here “fine wine begins at the vine...”, San Marcos Creek Vineyard specializes in small lots of hand-crafted, single-vineyard, estate-grown and produced varietals. They are a family-owned and operated vineyard and winery. In the early 1990s, Fling and Annette Traylor began looking for a way to retire to the scenic Central Coast, not a lazy retirement, but something that would get them involved with the community and provide some fun and excitement. They decided to take advantage of the area’s increasing, but still fledgling, reputation for quality winegrapes, and planted 43 acres on the property they had purchased in 1980 just five miles north of Paso Robles. San Marcos Creek Vineyard was established in 1992, and successfully developed contracts with several local wineries such as Peachy Canyon Winery, Meridian Vineyards, Castoro Cellars and more recently J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, Treana Winery and Rosenblum Cellars. However, as the Traylors became more involved with the Paso Robles wine industry, their plan for a quiet retirement of growing winegrapes gradually evolved into plans for a winery, a tasting room, and a bed and breakfast! As curious passersby watched, a striking set of buildings gradually began to take shape

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alongside Highway 101. As people who know him will attest, Fling doesn’t do things halfway. He believes that “a solid work ethic and sweat equity can make a great deal of luck and magic happen...” So it should come as no surprise that the San Marcos Creek facilities are top notch, featuring state-of-theart processing facility and a fully equipped onsite laboratory. With the expansion of their “retirement” dream Fling and Annette were also able to realize another dream, that of developing a family business. To that end, daughter Catherine Winter and her husband Brady came on board in 2002, and are operating partners in San Marcos Creek Vineyard. Brady now heads up the winemaking aspect of the label along with longtime local winemaker, Paul Ayers while Catherine manages the tasting room and handles the financial side of the business. The San Marcos Creek Vineyard label was www.winecountrythisweek.com

established with their first crush in September of 2002 and then the bottling of 653 cases in July of 2003. Currently their production has grown to 4,500 cases per year of their fine estate wines. The San Marcos Creek Vineyard lineup draws from many regions: Bordeaux, the Rhône Valley, Italy, and – of course – California, are all represented in the list of current releases which includes White Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah, Nebbiolo, Petite Sirah and Late Harvest Zinfandel along with some new Proprietary blends. The wines are balanced and fruit forward in style, and exhibit the classic characteristics for which Paso Robles’ wines are known. The tasting room at 7750 N. Highway 101 in Paso Robles quietly opened in the winter of 2004, announced only by a simple “open” sign put out near the driveway and is now currently open every day of the week from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The tasting room is full of beautiful and unusual giftware, gourmet foods and of course, their award-winning wines! A scenic terrace off the tasting room is the perfect place to picnic during a day of wine tasting and touring or a private dining room is available with advance notice. For more information, call (805) 4679260 or go to www.sanmarcoscreek.com.

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ROBIN’S RESTAURANT by Charles Neave

HOPPE’S GARDEN BISTRO & WINE SHOP

Sometimes a place just fits. You know it by looking at it, you know as soon as walk up the path and in the door that this is a spot that simply belongs right where it is, doing exactly what it is doing. That, in a word or two, would describe the Cambria restaurant known fondly – and to many – as Robin’s Restaurant. Located in a charming and nicely weathered old home in this historic seaside town, they offer an eclectic menu that has pleased locals and visitors since they opened their doors in 1985. The interior (with its fireplace) and the spacious, multi-leveled heated deck surrounded by flowers and vines are a bit eclectic as well, and it all blends together to match the setting, just as owner Shanny Covey intended it to be: warm, informal, comfortable and unique. And it should be noted that those gardens are the perfect setting for a small reception. So how to define “eclectic” when it comes to menus? Well, how about “Thursday Night Sushi Night.” Or lobster enchiladas, Tandoori chicken, salmon bisque, Vietnamese lumpia, Malaysian green curry, pork osso buco and a juicy Angus beef burger with white cheddar and grilled sweet onions. All on the same menu. Then there’s the monthly Prix Fixe Dinners on the second Friday of each month that feature different flavors from around the world. If that is not what eclectic means, then we are looking at different dictionaries. But, it all somehow works, and wonderfully so. Then there is the extensive wine list, which while pretty straightforward also has more than a few surprises. All of which makes a visit to this charming part of the coast an even more enjoyable journey. Robin’s Restaurant is open daily, for lunch from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. and for dinner from 5 to 9:30 p.m. (10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday). There are brunch specials on Sunday until 3 p.m. They are in Cambria at 4095 Burton Drive. For more information on the restaurant, their catering services or to make reservations call (805) 927-5007. Their website is www.robinsrestaurant.com.

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

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MAMA'S MEATBALL Fine Italian Restaurant and Catering Mama's Meatball has specialized in creating seasonal menus by using only the finest and freshest ingredients. 570 Higuera St. Suite 130-135 www.mamasmeatball.com 805-544-0861

NOVO RESTAURANT NOVO’s international flavors are the leading ingredients in an exotic dining experience. Brazilian, Mediterranean and Asian flavors awaken the senses. In house roasted spices for curries, mixtures and marinades balanced with crisp, seasonal vegetables and savory meats. Explore. 726 Higuera Street • Open Daily from 11am 805-543-3986 • www.novorestaurant.com

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CAMBRIA ROBIN'S RESTAURANT

Mon-Thu: 6am to 8pm • Fri: 6am to 10pm Sat: 7am to 10pm • Sun: 8am to 4pm Corner of 12th & Riverside in the Granary Building (805) 237-2722 • www.cafevio.biz Downtown Paso’s first and only internet cafe with free WiFi. We serve fine local wines, gourmet coffees, espresso, teas, smoothies, soups, sandwiches and pastries. Enjoy our new Western & Wine Art Gallery with a glass of wine and a small plate of delicacies, chill out in our cozy and comfortable living room atmosphere, or relax outside in our patio under an umbrella.

Located in the historic east village of Cambria, in a charming vintage home, Robin’s has been delighting locals & visitors with a fresh eclectic quality menu of international foods and gracious service for 24 years. We also have a beautiful garden for small weddings & special events. Open daily from 11am. Sunday Brunch specials & monthly Prix Fixe dinners. Mother’s Day Brunch. 4095 Burton Dr. • www.robinsrestaurant.com • (805) 927-5007

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Wineology

INTELLIGENCE FOR THE WINE CONSUMER

by Len Napolitano

What can be learned from observing a wine’s color and clarity? I recently opened a bottle of red wine, vintage 1985. It poured out of the bottle with the color of an old brown-brick building, and my immediate comment was “Perfect!” You can’t always judge a wine by its color, but often a visual inspection provides clues to its age and sometimes quality. Young red wines show a deep purple more than red. After aging a few years, the color becomes more ruby-like. With an age of 10 to 20 years, or more, the color is lighter and takes on a tinge of brown at least around its edge, if not throughout. As red wines turn a little lighter with age, white wines take the opposite path. Young white wines start very pale, maybe even with a greenish hue. As the wine matures, the color of straw yellow is normal. As white wines age to near 10 years and older, the color deepens to an attractive golden yellow. Exceptions apply to sweet white wines like Sauternes, which are almost never pale and will become deep amber-yellow with age, and also with light red wines like Beaujolais, which rarely become deep in color, at any age. Wines made from different grape varietals posses different shades.

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For example, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio and Riesling are paler than Chardonnay, which tends to be more yellow-gold. For reds, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese and Beaujolais are more translucent than Cabernet, Merlot or Syrah. Judging a wine’s clarity involves holding the glass up against a white background. A white wine should be clear and bright while a red wine will be densely pigmented with color, depending on the grape variety. It may even have a little sediment, depending on its age, and still be pleasing and safe to drink. The key is to look out for cloudiness in the wine. A bottle of very old red wine, say, more than 20 years old, may become a little cloudy when moved because the sediment is agitated. This is normal. My 1985 bottle was decanted to separate the wine from its sediment. But a permanent, dull, cloudiness in wine is a bad sign. Fortunately, the quality of wine these days is so good that this is highly unlikely. Len Napolitano lives in Central Coast wine country and is certified in wine by the Society of Wine Educators, Wine & Spirits Education Trust, and Chicago Wine School and continually gains knowledge from his frequent contact with California winemakers. More information is on his website, www.wineology.com. Send your questions about wine to: [email protected] or by mail to Len Napolitano in care of Wine Country This Week magazine. Wineology is a registered trademark of Len Napolitano.

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Every Saturday Night in August – P.A.W.S. (Paso Art Wine and Song) Downtown Paso Robles will be alive with music, art and wine in 15 separate tasting rooms within walking distance of each other every Saturday evening in August from 5 to 7 p.m. Enjoy local artists and music while savoring the fruits of 15 different winemakers in the North County. Brochures with maps will be available – just follow the flags with the PAWS printed on them or follow the paw prints on the sidewalks to an enjoyable evening before you settle down for dinner at one of our fantastic restaurants. “This is a fun event and presents us with an easy opportunity to showcase our local winemakers while featuring local artists and musicians, “ says Norma Moye, Executive Director of the Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Association. For more information, contact the Main Street office at (805) 238-4013.

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15 DEGREES CELSIUS Focus on Wine Education by Mark Storer

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t’s probably no surprise that Allison Dominguez and Ali Rush Carscaden went into business together. It may even be less surprising that they opened a wine bar together. After all, the two college friends who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo were educated right here in Wine Country. Carscaden even eventually earned a sommelier certificate and went to work for the Henry Wine Group. But it was 15 Degrees Celsius, the pair’s Templeton wine bar and shop that brought them together. Opening last December, 15°C, as it is known, is more than just a place to buy a bottle. “We’re really focused on education and we like people to know what they’re buying as well as what they’re tasting,” says Dominguez. The duo even holds classes under the auspices of their alma mater on wine. “We really talk about the sensory experience as well as a pretty extensive presentation on wine regions around the world,” says Dominguez. “It got so popular, that we now hold our own wine university, not affiliated with Cal Poly, for our customers.” 15°C is also dedicated to finding wines from every region of the world. “We focus on imports and really bring regions to life with our tastings and pairings.” Nevertheless, the shop also has a wide selection of local area wines, even some that are hard to find. The wine bar itself is located in a strip mall next to a Trader Joe’s and some other shops in the heart of Templeton just south of Paso Robles. Both Dominguez and Carscaden designed the shop using vibrant and warm colors on the walls, a simple concrete floor and a polished metal bar with brightly colored stools to enhance the sensory

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experience. “We hired a Cal Poly architect graduate to put our ideas on paper,” says Dominguez, “but we did a lot of the construction ourselves, with help from family members. It was an organic and growing experience for all involved.” Interestingly, wine growing regions have not historically had a lot of wine bars or shops. It’s left to the winemaker to provide the product. 15°C is among a new trend in such places to cull together all the great experiences from wineries and show them off. “We had talked to the owners of the Wine Outlet [in Atascadero] and knew that they were closing down. We wanted to fill that void,” says Dominguez. Offering a selection of freshly baked breads as well as imported and even local cheeses, 15°C has become the Central Coast spot for learning about, tasting and experiencing these extraordinary flavors. “We do a lot of tasting events and pair our cheeses and other foods with our wines and really get customers into that sensory experience,” Dominguez says. It’s that sensory experience that keeps bringing customers back for more. This month, 15°C will host several pairings and tastings with Chef Jeff Scott including sushi with Champagne, sake and Syrah on August 21 and “Exploring the senses ... sweet, satly, tart” on August 28. The now popular Wine University created by the ladies gets under way at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays. The cost is $250 per person and reservations are required. 15 Degrees Celsius is located at 1121 Rossi Road, Suite A in Templeton. For more information, call (805) 434-1554 or go to 15degreesCwines.com.

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Atascadero Presents Summer Movies, Concerts in the Parks Every Saturday this month, bring the whole family out to enjoy a free movie on the big screem. Bring your blankets and a low-back chairs to sit in. All shows are held in the Sunken Gardens Park, located at 6500 Palma Avenue in Atascadero, and are family appropriate (rated G or PG). A snack bar will be open every week with tasty treats and beverages to purchase, provided by St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. Items will vary week to week, but may include popcorn, root beer floats, nachos, candy bars, baked goods, sodas and waters. Show times are approximately 8:15 p.m. • Saturday, August 23rd – Charlotte’s Web • Saturday, August 30th – Shrek the Third Movies in the park is still looking for sponsors. These events are promoted through many avenues of media including weekly ads in the Atascadero news, radio, web and print materials. Sponsors are generously displayed throughout promotional items depending on level of support. If you would like to sponosor a movie or need additional information, call (805) 461-5000 or visit www.atascadero.org.

Concerts The City of Atascadero and Food 4 Less present Saturday in the Park, Summer 2008 Concert Series. All concerts are held at the Atascadero Lake Park Bandstand from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The concerts are free for the community and you are encouraged to bring a blanket, low-back chair and your family to relish the warm summer evenings. New this year, the Central Coast Zoo Society is offering wine by the glass for your ultimate enjoyment. Both red and white wine is available for purchase at $4 a glass. Pacific Harvest Catering is back and will be on-site at every concert with delicious gourmet barbecue available for purchase. For more information, visit atascadero.org or call (805) 461-5000. • August 23rd – PipeDream Concerts are brought to you by the City of Atascadero Community Services Department in partnership with The Golden One Credit Union, H&R Block, Starna Cells Inc., Hart Family Chiropractic, County Supervisor James Patterson, Western Janitor Supply, Endless Summer Jewelry, Gary Bang Harley Davidson, Coast Hills Federal Credit Union, Colorcraft Printing, The Tribune, All Signs & Graphics, and Cat Country 96. www.winecountrythisweek.com

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DOWNTOWN PASO ROBLES WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK

Paso Robles Olive Festival – Fun for the Family Olivas de Oro, producers of premium olive oils and olive trees, presents the 5th annual Paso Robles Olive Festival, a Paso Robles Main Street Association event, Saturday, August 23, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Paso Robles Downtown City Park. Local wineries and breweries will be tastings as well as olive oil tasting vendors. Olive-inspired food will be prepared and served in Olive Festival Culinary Row. Cooking demonstrations and a cook-off will be held in the “Outdoors’ Kitchen Stadium” in the park. Home chefs can enter the Olive Dish Contest. They can also submit recipes for our future Olive Festival Cookbook. Awards by Spice Hunter. Entry forms available online, www.pasoolivefestival.com, or Main Street office by calling (805) 238-4103. There will be live music along with free olive oil ice cream. Enjoy arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities and olive product vendors.

A member of the California Olive Oil Council’s Tasting Panel will lead a seminar on olive oil sensory evaluation along with formal tasting to look for positive attributes of fresh olive oils. Lysa Dean, with the Olive Oil Source, says, “The chance for people to taste some of America’s best olive oil producers side-by-side is an excellent opportunity for consumers to learn what they like when buying olive oil for their kitchen.” “The last four years, the popularity of this event has proved that people want to learn more about olives and olive oil, and that a festival makes it fun for the whole family,” said Gary Brown, owner of We Olive and a member of the Main Street Association Olive Festival committee. For more information, contact Paso Robles Main Street Association at (805) 238-4103, or visit www.pasoolivefestival.com.

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Downtown Paso Robles is home to more than 12 premium tasting rooms, all within walking distance of one another. Each of these boutique wineries offers a unique experience with individual flavor. Together they make for an unforgettable Wine Country destination.

H A S TO O F F E R 13 Tasting Rooms in Walking Distance Arroyo Robles

Orchid Hill

Open Daily 11-7 739 12th St, Paso Robles 877-759-WINE | www.arroyorobles.com

Daily 11:30-6 or by appointment 1140 Pine Street, Paso Robles www.orchidhillwine.com | 805-237-7525

Family owned and operated, it is our goal to enhance your wine tasting experience and show you the true beauty of Paso Robles wines. Tasting bar features gifts, wine accessories and picnic supplies.

Fine premium estate wines are paired with cheese to complement your tasting experience on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and by appointment. We also feature art work by world-renowned artist Jean-Pierre de Rothschild.

Bear Cave Cellars

Ortman Family Vineyards

1227 Park Street, Suite B, Paso Robles 805-238-4329 www.bearcavecellars.com

1317 Park Street, Paso Robles Daily 12-6pm, Friday & Saturday until 7pm 805.237.9009 | www.OrtmanVineyards.com

Hand-crafted Paso Robles red wines. Come on by when you see the Bear Flag fly or give us a call and we will open.

Come experience the acclaimed "Ortman style" and taste what two generations have perfected at the Ortman family’s new tasting room in downtown Paso Robles. Varietals include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Sangiovese.

D’Anbino Vineyards & Cellars

Pianetta Winery

710 Pine Street, Paso Robles

829 13th Street, Paso Robles Sunday, Monday, Thursday: 12-6 Friday & Saturday: 11am-7pm 805-226-4005 | www.pianettawinery.com

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Open Thursday-Monday 11-7 805-227-6800 l www.danbino.com Owned & operated by a family of professional musicians, you’ll always be entertained in our modern & lively tasting room. See our gold records, Emmy statuettes, unique “piano bar” and taste our award-winning wines.

Pianetta Winery creates limited releases of premium red varietals and blends using our own Estate Vineyards in Indian Valley. From growing to winemaking our techniques focus on balance and intense flavor. Join us at the Historic Granger’s Union Building.

Edward Sellers

Vihuela

1220 Park Street, Paso Robles Open Thursday-Monday 11-6 805-239-8915 | www.edwardsellers.com

Sunday & Monday 11-4 Thursday through Saturday 11-8 1307 Park St Alley, (behind Keller Williams)) 805-226-2010 | www.vihuelawinery.com

Edward Sellers Vineyards and Wines specializes in small lots of handmade Wine...Fine Art...Fine is Food Vihuela (vee-way-la) a boutique winery with a passion for old-world Spanish American Rhône-Style wines from some of the finest vineyards in Paso Fine Robles. Come in a taste our award winning Viognier, Syrah, Grenache guitar and a taste for new world, artisan wine. Each wine is crafted to express an and Syrah/Grenache blends. Look for our tasting room in the Historic elegant balance of art and science that we’d love to share with you! Clock Tower Building in the heart of Paso Robles. 1307 Park St. Alley, Downtown Paso Robles www.vihuelawinery.com 805.226.2010

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West Fest Wine and Blues Festival at 46 West Wineries Come and enjoy the fifth annual Wine and Blues Festival, September 13, produced by the fifteen Hwy 46 West Wineries in Paso Robles. The Guy Budd Band will be playing blues in the Peachy Canyon Winery Gazebo from 4 to 7 p.m. while fifteen wineries from the 46 West group pour award-winning wines. Chef Paul from the Courtyard Marriott will be cooking an oak fired tri-trip meal include in your ticket. Tickets are $45 per person and $80 per couple. Your ticket entitles you to admission to the blues festival, dinner from the Courtyard Marriott, along with wine club discounts at all participating wineries for the entire weekend. A silent auction and

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live auction will go on during the festival where you can go home with great wine packages from all participating wineries. The event has limited seating and tickets are sold in advance by the participating wineries or at www.westfest2008.eventbrite.com. Tables and chairs will be provided at the event, but blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. The major sponsors of the 2008 West Fest are Farm Credit West, Fog Catcher Inn, Best Western Fireside Inn, Courtyard Marriott and the Wine Wrangler. Participating wineries include Brian Benson Cellars, Castoro Cellars, Dark Star Cellars, Doce Robles, Donati Family Vineyard,

gle Castle, Fratelli Perata, Grey Wolf, Hunt Cellars, Jankris Winery, Midnight Cellars, Peachy Canyon Winery, Rocky Creek, Cellars Rotta and Windward Vineyards.

The tasting rooms of Highway 46 West invite you to enjoy the neighborhood, relax under the spell of their friendly environment and savor life while sipping spectacular wines.

Celebrate Harvest with a Unique ThreeDimensional Dinner at Firestone Vineyard Firestone Vineyard Paso Robles presents Chef Ryan Swarthout, with Amuse Catering, creating gourmet masterpieces inspired by abstract landscapes of the three resident artists of Corkstop Studios. Each of these exquisite three courses will be paired with Firestone Vineyard wines. The dinner taks place Saturday, October 18, at 6 p.m. Firestone Vineyard is located at 2300 Airport Road in Paso Robles. 805-5918050 Tickets are $95 general and $85 cellar club members. Limited tickets are available, reservations are required.

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FALCON NEST VINEYARD & WINERY Family owned and operated vineyard and winery specializing in handcrafted wines with intense colors and flavors. Join us in celebrating in the true Italian tradition with food and wine pairing, salami, prosciutto, provolone, sopres-sata, pâté, imported pasta, specialty items and the finest pasta sauces. Food available daily. Open Daily 10am-7:30pm 5185 Union Road, Paso Robles 805-226-0227 | www.falconnestwine.com

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Enjoy the Fabulous Wines, Views of B & E Vineyards Just a few years ago women winemakers were a novelty. Only a handful of persistent and talented females were able to push their way to the top in a very competitive field. More and more though, women are not only at the helm of some very prestigious wine operations, they are also garnering their share of accolades and awards. Patricia Bello of B&E Vineyards is a perfect example of the creative spirit that epitomized the women of the vine. Patricia did not come to her calling in the usual fashion. She and her husband, Jerry began by planting grapes and selling them to local vintners. Patricia, a cutting horse trainer and breeder left the farming duties to Jerry. The vineyards provided her with a marvelous view from her hilltop home and she came to love their brilliant displays in the fall and spring, but winemaking was not something she even considered. Along the way though, she developed an expensive habit. “I love a good bottle of wine but unfortunately I seem to particularly like the ones that cost a hundred dollars or more. That’s why I had to start making my own! My goal was to produce a really great wine that was also affordable.” With the assistance of other local winemakers, Patricia honed her craft and became a truly exceptional winemaker, overseeing the production of nearly 4000 cases of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and a red blend called Red Rhythm. Her insistence on a twenty month aging in French oak barrels produces a rich, velvety wine that has helped her meet her goal of a creating fine wines that will fit into almost anyone’s budget. This year her 2004 Cabernet took the gold at the Paso Robles County Fair and her Syrah and Red Rhythm both won gold medals at the San Francisco Chronicle’s Wine Competition. B&E Vineyards is located on Creston Road in Paso Robles. A drive out to their tasting room will not only provide one with the opportunity to enjoy fabulous wines, but a chance to take in the awe-inspiring view of rolling vineyards that Patricia so loves. On the top of the highest hill on the property, the Bello’s have built a charming western style saloon in which visitors can relax, sip three different reds (a Rosé is in the works) and be entertained by the warmth and wit of the winemaker herself. B&E Vineyards is open Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on weekdays by appointment. www.winecountrythisweek.com

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Tolosa Blends Fine Wine, Fine Art to Benefit Local Schools Stork as Master of Ceremonies. Guests will have a chance to mingle with the artists and bid on the individual art barrels. The elegant evening will be catered by the incomparable Megan Loring and paired with Tolosas fine wines. TEACh Foundation (The Endowment for the Advancement of Children) was chosen as the beneficiary for the evenings proceeds. The timing for this funding for the local schools couldn’t be more fortuitous with the recent state-wide budget cuts. The TEACh Foundation goal is to build a permanent

endowment that will directly be distributed to the San Luis Coastal Unified School District – the funds support all schools grades K-12 in San Luis Coastal Unified. “The money raised will go directly to the classroom, allowing students to participate in programs that they may not normally be able to receive,” Maria Slavin, TEACh Foundation President, said. “Our mission statement is, a quality education is a lifetime gift .We hope the endowment will continue to grow even after we are a all long gone,” commented Ms. Slavin.

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Santa Maria – The Hidden Jewel of Santa Barbara for enjoying the fruits of their labor. The newest among them is Riverbench, having opened its doors in April of this year. To the west, the town of Santa Maria is full of surprises, with a broad range of top level accommodations and historic boutique hotel experiences waiting to be discovered. And as with any top wine region, Santa Maria Valley Wine Country is home to a growing community of top chefs, each with a unique flavor. While many choose to stay in surrounding areas, Santa Maria offers full-service accommodations within the valley, including wine touring packages through many of its hotels. Guests can save on travel time (and expense), and maximize their time in the vineyards and tasting rooms, exploring the quietly burgeoning Santa Maria Valley Wine Country. For more information, visit www.santamariavalleywinecountry.com.

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Over the years the landscape of the Santa Maria Valley has steadily evolved and, unbeknownst to many, offers one of the most unique Wine Country experiences on the Central Coast. While traveling Highway 101 into Santa Maria, a glance to the west offers views of a growing city that takes pride in its historic roots. A view to the east offers a variety of agricultural landscapes with a vineyard here and there, steadily increasing until you realize it: you are in Wine Country, Santa Maria Valley Wine Country. The region encompasses more than 50 wineries, with an ideal setting for Rhône and Burgundian varietals. Proximity to the coast, an average temperature around 64 degrees, surrounding mountain ranges and cool winds out of the northwest come together where the Santa Maria River winds through a myriad of elevated plateaus. Santa Maria Valley is the only region on the west coasts of North and South America where two transverse mountain ranges are located, creating a unique funnel effect, pushing breezes into the valley. In fact, this one of a kind landscape makes Santa Maria home to one of the most constant temperatures of any city in California. And the wines – Kenneth Volk, Cambria, Costa de Oro and Addamo Estate Vineyards are just a few of the tasting rooms in the valley (for a complete listing of Santa Maria tasting rooms, see the back section of this magazine) as well as a host of other wineries such as Au Bon Climat, Qupé and Alta Maria who call Santa Maria their home but do not operate tasting rooms. Volk, perhaps best known as the founder of Wild Horse Winery in the Paso Robles AVA, has worked with fruit from throughout the Central Coast, earning a reputation for crafting world-class wines, particularly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and he is proud to call Santa Maria Valley his enological home. This esteemed coastal appellation has grown steadily, albeit slowly over the years. The pace of growth is intentional; the winegrowing community of Santa Maria Valley is protective of its history, character and potential. Though some are larger in scope than others, all of the valley’s tasting rooms offer an intimate atmosphere

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Learn About Sushi and Wine at Riverbench Winery Contrary to popular belief, sushi goes with more than just sake. Join Riverbench Winery as they explore some innovative combinations of Riverbench wines with sushi rolls and sashimi creations by Chef Jeff Fujiwara, Saturday, July 26, from 1 to 4 p.m. Limited openings, so make reservations. The event is $20 for Benchmark Club members. not-yet-members are $25. Riverbench Vineyard was established in 1973, when its first Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes were planted on the property. For years since then, some of the most renowned wineries in Santa Barbara County have purchased the fruit for their own wines. Over time Riverbench has become a prominent name for high-quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in the Santa Maria Valley. In 2004, a group of local families purchased the property. Wine drinkers themselves, the owners quickly became enamored with the wine industry and decided to start producing their own wine label using small quantities of their exceptional fruit. Riverbench Winery was born. The first vintage included both Estate and Reserve versions of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Since then, their portfolio has increased to include new interpretations of these noble varietals. All Riverbench wines are made in limited quantities and are available exclusively

UPCOMING EVENTS AT RIVERBENCH VINEYARD & WINERY • Saturday, August 16, 10am to 1pm 2008 Harvest Seminar & Adopt-A-Vine Club Walk the vineyards, analyze the grapes, and play a part in the 2008 harvest! Vineyard Manager Jim Stollberg will be on site to show you what it’s like in Santa Maria during this busy time of year. Lunch and wine tasting is included. Cost to be determined.

• Saturday, September 6, 10am to 4pm Photo Show with Photographer Tom Poss Enjoy the amazing and unique works of Tom Poss and hear the winner of our 2008 Riverbench photo contest!

• Saturday, September 6, 5 to 7pm Chocolate and Wine Pairing Who doesn’t love wine with chocolate? Join us for some fun and unique dessert pairings with our most seductive red: Pinot Noir!

through the tasting room. Riverbench Vineyard & Winery is located at 6020 Foxen Canyon Road in Santa Maria. For more information, call (805) 937-8340 or visit the website at www.riverbench.com.

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Solvang Jazz Festival Announces Artist Lineup for 2008 Solvang Jazz Festival returns for second year of outstanding talent and musical education With a world class lineup of jazz legends and bright new stars, the 2008 Solvang Jazz Festival is set to bring the thrill and excitement of jazz, music in general and musical culture to the Central Coast, from September 25 through September 28, 2008. In a press conference on June 25th, at the Old Mission Santa Ines, Stix Hooper, virtuoso drummer, composer, vocalist and the President of nonprofit Universal Guild for Jazz and Progressive Music, announced this year’s stellar, international lineup: • Friday September 26, 5:30 - 8 p.m. – Swingin’ in the Groove, Big Band Bash & Dinner – Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band with Special Guests, Barbara Morrison and James Moody, Solvang Veteran’s Memorial Hall – Gordon Goodwin is a three-time Emmy Winner and Barbara Morrison has performed with top jazz and blues artists including Dizzy Gillespie, Ray Charles, Mel Torme and Tony Bennett. Grammy nominated saxophonist James Moody

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played and recorded in Dizzy Gillespie’s big band along with a who’s who in jazz and some of the great artisans of our time, including Bill Cosby, Glenn Campbell, Liberace, Elvis Presley, Redd Foxx and many others. Moody is world-renowned for his improvisational masterpiece, Moody’s Mood for Love. • Friday September 26, 9 p.m. – A Hip Improvisational Evening of Jazz, Nightclub Performance Jean-Michel Pilc Trio and Frank Marocco, Royal Scandinavian Inn – According to the New York Times, French pianist Jean-Michel Pilc is “a dazzlingly inventive pianist.” Accordion player, Frank Marocco, has played on hundreds of movie soundtracks, TV series and specials, from Austin Powers 3 to Dr. Zhivago; and performed or recorded with a veritable “who’s who” of the music industry, from Nina Simone to Pink Floyd. • Saturday, September 27, 1 p.m. – Groovin’ in the Park, Free Outdoor Concert – The Solvang Jazz Consortium with Joel Scott, Solvang Park – Joel Scott is the former keyboard player for five-time Grammy Award winner, Dionne Warwick. The Solvang To Hwy. 101 Santa Maria (32 miles, see page 33) Paso Robles (88 miles, see page 26)

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PAS O R O B L ES A R E A ★ Adelaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 10-5 5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 800-676-1232 X AJB Vineyards – Paso Robles 3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432

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Brian Benson Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 10:30-5

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Calcareous Winery – Paso Robles Th-Mo 3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289 11-5

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Five Rivers Winery – Paso Robles 8998 North River Rd; 805-467-0192

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Fralich Vineyard & Winery – Templeton By Appt Private tastings at Paso Robles Wine Services; 805-434-1526

Madison Cellars – Paso Robles 4540 Hwy 41; 805-238-9831

★ Castoro Cellars – Templeton 1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725

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Maloy O’Neill – Paso Robles 5725 Union Rd; 805-238-7320

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Midnight Cellars – Paso Robles 2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904

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Norman Vineyards – Paso Robles 7450 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0138

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★ Rocky Creek Cellars – Templeton Daily 8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919 10:30-5

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Turley Wine Cellars – Templeton 2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030

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★ Orchid Hill Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily 1140 Pine St; 805-237-7525 11:30-6

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★ Ortman Family Vnyds – Paso Robles Daily 12-6 1317 Park Street; 805-237-9009 Fr-Sat 12-7

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★ Peachy Canyon Winery – Paso Robles Daily 1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 11-5

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★ Silver Horse – San Miguel 2995 Pleasant Rd; 805-467-WINE

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★ Peachy Canyon Winery Too – Paso Robles 2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805-237-7848 Fr-Su 11-5

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Stacked Stone Cellars – Paso Robles Fr 12-5 1525 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7872 Sa-Su 11-5

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Vista Del Rey – Paso Robles 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138

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Pipestone – Paso Robles 2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385

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Stephen’s Cellar – Templeton 7575 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-2412

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Whalebone Winery – Paso Robles 8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020

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Poalillo Vineyards – Paso Robles 18888 Willow Creek Rd; 805-238-0600

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Pretty-Smith – San Miguel 13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104

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Rabbit Ridge – Paso Robles 1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331

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Rainbows End Winery – San Miguel By 8535 Mission Ln; 805-467-3345 Appt ★ Rio Seco – Paso Robles 4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884

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Summerwood – Paso Robles 2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365

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Wild Horse Winery – Templeton Daily 1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5

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Windward Vineyard – Paso Robles 138 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565

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York Mountain – Templeton 7505 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-3925

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

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

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★ Sylvester Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily 5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 11-5

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Tablas Creek – Paso Robles 9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231

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Terry Hoage – Paso Robles 870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083

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Thacker Winery– Paso Robles 8355 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0087

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RN Estate Winery – Paso Robles 7986 North River Rd; 805-467-3106

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Thunderbolt Junction – Paso Robles Fr-Su 2740 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805-226-9907 11-5

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Rotta Winery – Paso Robles 3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0510

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★ Vina Robles – Paso Robles 3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812

Wild Coyote Winery – Paso Robles 3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311

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★ Robert Hall – Paso Robles 3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616

Villicana Winery – Paso Robles 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456

Still Waters Vineyards – Paso Robles Th-Mo 2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 11-5

RiverStar Vineyards – Cayucos 36 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3741

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★ Vihuela Winery – Paso Robles 1307 Park St; 805 835-4304

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Tobin James Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 10-6

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Tolo Cellars – Paso Robles 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282

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S A N TA M A R G A R I TA ★ Pozo Valley – Santa Margarita 2200 El Camino Real; 805-286-7172

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SAN LUIS OBISPO Alapay Cellars – Avila Beach 415 First St; 805-595-2632

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Aron Hill Vineyards – Morro Bay Th-Su 845 Embarcadero Rd, Suite F; 805-610-5751 12-5

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Barnwood Winery – Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE

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

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Edna Valley Vnyd – San Luis Obispo Daily 2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 10-5

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★ Kelsey See Canyon – San Luis Obispo 1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 Daily 11-5:30 X Kynsi Winery – Arroyo Grande Th-Mo 2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 11-5 ★ Laetitia Vineyard – Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 Morovino – Avila Beach 550 1st St; 805-627-1443

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★ Per Bacco Cellars – San Luis Obispo Th-Mo 1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485 11-5

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Piedra Creek Winery – San Luis Obispo 6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 By Appt

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Saucelito Canyon – San Luis Obispo Daily 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 10-5 Sextant Wines – San Luis Obispo 3536 S. Higuera St; 866-833-WINE

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Shadow Canyon Cellars – San Luis Obispo Th-Su 12-7 956 Monterey Street; 805-781-0862

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Stephen Ross Wine Cellars – San Luis Obispo 2330 Johnson Ave; 805-594-1318 By Appt

Bedford Thompson – Los Alamos 448 Bell St; 805-344-2107

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Byron Vineyard – Santa Maria 5250 Tepusquet Rd; 805-934-4770

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Cambria Winery – Santa Maria 5475 Chardonnay Lane; 888-339-9463

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Chimere – Santa Maria 217 North Russell; 805-310-1148

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★ Costa de Oro – Santa Maria 1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468

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Cottonwood Canyon – Santa Maria Daily 3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-VINE 10-5:30

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Curtis Winery – Los Olivos 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999

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Fess Parker – Los Olivos 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545

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Firestone Vineyard – Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940

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Foxen Vineyard – Santa Maria 7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251

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IO Vineyards – Santa Maria 5250 Tepusquet Rd; 805-934-4770

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McKeon-Philips – Santa Maria 2115 S Blosser Rd; 805-928-3025

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Ovene Winery – Santa Maria (Tasting Room: See Solvang) 2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt X

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Rancho Sisquoc Winery – Santa Maria Daily 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 10-4

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★ Tangent Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 11-5

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★ Talley Vineyards – Arroyo Grande Daily 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10:30-4:30

Tantara Vineyard – Santa Maria 4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051

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Tres Hermanas Winery – Santa Maria Daily 9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451 10-5

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Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339

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Taste – San Luis Obispo 1003 Osos St; 805-269-TASTE ★ Tolosa Winery – San Luis Obispo 4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 ★ Wood Winery – Arroyo Grande 136 Bridge St; 805-489-9663 Wolff Vineyards – San Luis Obispo 6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448

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Bernat – at Los Olivos Café 2879 Grand Ave; 805-688-7265

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Brophy Clark Cellars – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-929-4830 Daily 11-6 X

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The Brander Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily 2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 11-4

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Carhartt Vineyard – Los Olivos Th-Mo 11-5 2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 (Closed Tu-We)

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★ Carina Cellars – Los Olivos 2900-A Grand Ave; 805-688-2459

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Consilience – Los Olivos 2933 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020

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Curtis Winery – Los Olivos 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999

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Daniel Gehrs Winery – Los Olivos 2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138

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Epiphany Cellars – Los Olivos 2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463

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Beckmen Vineyards – Los Olivos 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-8664

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Labyrinth – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang 2717 Aviation Way; 805-268-4155 Daily 10-5

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Riverbench Vineyards – Santa Maria 6020 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8340

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Dierberg Estate Vineyard – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X

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Arthur Earl – Los Olivos 2922 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771

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Addamo Estate Vineyards – Orcutt Tu-Su 400 East Clark Ave; 805-937-6400 11-7

★ KennethVolk Vineyards – Santa Maria Daily 5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 10:30-4:30 X

Rancho Arroyo Grande – Arroyo Grande 591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 1st Saturday of the month 11-5 ★ Salisbury Vineyards – Avila Valley 6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE

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★ Baileyana Vineyard – San Luis ObispoDaily 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5

Domaine Alfred – San Luis Obispo 7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463

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John Kerr Wines – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-5:30 X

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Fess Parker – Los Olivos 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545

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Firestone Vineyard – Los Olivos 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940

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Flying Goat Cellars – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5

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Great Oaks Ranch – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5

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J Wilkes Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5

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Koehler – Los Olivos 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384

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Lane Tanner Wines – at Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6

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Longoria Wines – Los Olivos 2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637

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Oak Savanna – at Andrew Murray Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-6 X

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Qupé Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-968-9699 Daily 11-5

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Alexander & Wayne – Los Olivos 2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665

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★ Silver Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-963-3052 Daily 11-5

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Andrew Murray – Los Olivos 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644

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Scott Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-570-0048 12-5

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Three Saints – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5

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Tre Anelli – Los Olivos 2923 Grand Ave; 805-686-3000

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Vandale – at The Ballard Inn in Ballard Fr-Su 2436 Baseline Ave; 805-688-7770 12-5:30 Verdad Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 Wild Heart Winery – Los Olivos 2933-C Grand Ave; 805-688-7386

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Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339

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★ Badge Wines – at Trio Tastings, Solvang 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt Blackjack Ranch – Solvang 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412

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Uncorked/Monsoon Cellars Fr-Sa 12-9pm 467 Alisal Rd Ste 2; 805-693-8000; Solvang Su 12-6

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Casa Cassara – at Olive House in Solvang 1661 Mission Dr; 805-686-5159 Daily 11-5

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Artiste – Santa Ynez 3569 Sagunto St; 805-686-2626

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★ Curran Wines – at Trio Tastings, Solvang 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt

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Au Bon Climat – at Wine Cellar Tasting Room in Santa Ynez Daily 11-6 X 3631 Sagunto St; 805-688-8688

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★ DiBruno – at Trio Tastings, Solvang 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt

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Bridlewood Estate – Santa Ynez 3555 Roblar Ave; 805-688-9000

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Buttonwood Farm – Santa Ynez 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-3032

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Gainey Vineyard – Santa Ynez 3950 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0558

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Roblar Winery – Santa Ynez 3010 Roblar Ave; 805-686-2603

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Sunstone – Santa Ynez 125 Refugio Rd; 800-313-9463

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Coquelicot – at Intermezzo in Santa Barbara Sa-Su 11-3 813 Anacapa St; 805-996-9463

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Jaffurs – Santa Barbara 819 East Montectio St; 805-962-7003

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Babcock Winery – Lompoc 5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455

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Casa Cassara – Buellton 291 Valley St; 805-686-5159

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★ Vigna Ladonna – Solvang 1608 Copenhagen, 805-693-WINE

East Valley – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang 1661 Mission Dr; 805-686-5159 Daily 11-5

Honeywood/Olde Mission Wine Co. Tasting room for Honeywood, Michael Grace and Ovene Winery 1539 Mission Dr, #A & B, Solvang Su-Th 9:30-5:30 805-686-9323 Fr-Sa 9:30-6:30 X Jorian Hill – Solvang 1051 Croft Lane; 805-686-8490

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Fiddlehead Cellars – at the Lompoc Wine Ghetto 1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 530-756-4550 Th-Sa 11-4

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Lincourt Winery – Solvang 1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554

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Foley Estates – Lompoc 6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222

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Lions Peak Vineyards – Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466

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Harrison-Clarke – Lompoc 805-686-0850

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Lucas & Lewellen – Solvang 1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336

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Mandolina Wines – Solvang 1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506

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Hitching Post Wines – at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton X X 406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm Huber Vineyards – Lompoc 4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854

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Ken Brown Wines – Buellton 2025 Still Meadows Rd; 805-448-3791

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Lafond Vineyard – Buellton 6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921

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Melville Vineyard – Lompoc 5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030

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Mosby Winery – Buellton 9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415

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Ovene Winery – at Old Mission Tasting Company in Solvang 1539 Mission; 714-420-2525 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X

Kalyra Winery – Santa Ynez 343 North Refugio Rd; 805-693-8864

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Carr Vineyards – Santa Barbara 414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985

Giessinger – Santa Barbara 212 State St; 805-695-8606 Kalyra Winery – Santa Barbara 212 State St; 805-695-8606

Presidio Vineyard – Solvang 1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585

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Santa Barbara Winery – Santa Barbara Daily 202 Anacapa St; 805-963-3633 10 - 5

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Rideau Vineyard – Solvang 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717

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Stearns Wharf Vintners – Santa Barbara 9-9 Summer 9-6 Winter End of State St; 805-966-6624

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Royal Oaks – Solvang 1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740

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Summerland – Summerland 2330 Lillie Ave; 805-565-WINE

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Oreana Winery – (formally Cellar 205) Santa Barbara 205 Anacapa St; 805-962-5857 Daily 11-5

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Whitcraft Winery – Santa Barbara Fr-Su 36A S. Calle Cesar Chavez; 805-965-0956 12-4

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Palmina – Lompoc 1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030

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Sanford Winery – Lompoc 5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900

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Rusack Vineyard – Solvang 1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278

★ Sort This Out Cellars – Buellton 593 Avenue of the Flags; 805-688-1717

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Shoestring Winery – Solvang 800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612

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★ Trio – Solvang Th-Su 11-5 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 or By Appt Tasting room for Badge Wines, DiBruno & Curran Wines

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Ampelos Cellars – Lompoc 805-736-9957

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Cabana Cellars/Wandering Dog Wine Bar – Solvang 1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 We-Mo 11-8ish X

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Clos Pepe – Lompoc 4777 East Hwy 246; 805-735-2196

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Alma Rosa – Buellton 7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090

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Blair Fox Cellars – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang 1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 Daily 11-8 X

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Star Lane – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5

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