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ON THE COVER Peachy Canyon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY PASO ROBLES ★ ONGOING ★ Lazy Local Concerts at Castoro Cellars 888-DAM-FINE, 1-4pm, Templeton www.castorocellars.com • September 9: Jesse Nolan ONGOING MONDAYS Jam Night at Divine Appointment Share your talent with others 6:30pm, 805-237-0054, Paso Robles www.divineappointmentguitars.com ONGOING FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Artist’s Reception at Sylvester Winery Each month a new local artist will be featured 4-7pm, 805-227-4000, Paso Robles ONGOING 2007 2007 Winery Music Awards Elimination round competition of musicians 4-9pm, [email protected] Final Competition October 7: River Oaks Hot Springs ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1 The Louie Ortega Band Grammy winning band plays great hits, 9pm 805-238-2660, Cattlemen’s Lounge, Paso Robles ONGOING Concerts in the Park Music, wine and hors d’oeuvres 5:30pm, 805-238-4103, Paso Robles www.pasoroblesdowntown.org • August 24: John Neira & Friends 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 25 ★ Summertime Artisan Cheese Seminar Eberle Winery transformed into a Tuscan cellar! www.eberlewinery.com 805-238-9607, RSVP, Paso Robles ★ ★ AUGUST 25 Far Out Wineries Adelaida Schoolhouse Fundraiser Learn about the school house then enjoy BBQ & 16 Far Out Wineries at Carmody McKnight 7-10pm, 805-237-0138, Paso Robles www.pasowine.com SEPTEMBER 1 5th Annual Cellar Sale at Meridian Great case discounts with gift glass 12-5pm, 805-226-7131, Paso Robles www.meridianvineyards.com SEPTEMBER 1-3 Peddler’s Faire at Cayucos Find a bargain near the sea 9am-4pm, 805-995-1200, Cayucos www.cayucosbythesea.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 1-2 Labor Day Weekend BBQ at Opolo Enjoy a traditional delicious BBQ & fine wines 12-4pm, 805-238-9593, www.opolo.com SEPTEMBER 1-3 Old Fashioned Threshing Bee Step back in time & connect with the past 1-4pm, 805-238-3799, Templeton wwww.jackcreekfarms.com SEPTEMBER 7 Afternoon with Cahoots – Meridian Vineyards Sample tidbits by local caterer with fine wines 12-5pm, 805-226-7131, Paso Robles www.meridanvineyards.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 8 West Fest 2007 at Peachy Canyon Great food, wine & music from 13 wineries 2-6pm, $40, Paso Robles, www.westfest.com

ONGOING SATURDAYS Templeton Farmers’ Market Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables 9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton

SEPTEMBER 14 Summer Concert Series at Bianchi 6-pm, 805-226-9922, $20/per person Paso Robles, www.bianchiwine.com

ONGOING SATURDAYS Paso Robles Farmers’ Market Country farm arts and crafts market 8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles

★ ★ SEPTEMBER 15 Taste of Downtown Paso Robles Samples from 28 restaurants, fine wine & music 3pm-6pm, 805-238-4103, Paso Robles www.pasoroblesdowntown.org

★ ★ ONGOING Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars 10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com • August: Pat Cairn - Watercolors • September: RW Goetting - Oils

SEPTEMBER 15 Arte' de Tiza – Sidewalk Chalk Art Great art, music and fun 8am, City Park Paso Robles www.pasoroblesdowntown.org

AUGUST 24 Olive Festival Pre-Festival Social Mixer 5:30-7:30pm, 805-238-4108, 1311 Park St Paso Robles, www.pasoolivefestival.com AUGUST 25 4th Annual Paso Robles Olive Festival Olive tasting, music, art and fun 10am-5pm, 805-238-4103, Paso Robles www.pasoolivefestival.com ★ AUGUST 25 ★ Outdoor Summer Concert at Castoro Cellars Nathan McEuen Benefit Outdoor Concert 7pm, $20, 888-DAM-FINE, benefit www.castorocellars.com

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★ SEPTEMBER 22 ★ Guest Chef Dinner in the Caves at Eberle Enjoy fine wines & excellent cuisine 6pm, $110, 805-238-9607, www.eberlewinery.com

★ SEPTEMBER 29 ★ Outdoor Summer Concert at Castoro Cellars Druha Trava Bluegrass from the Czech Republic 7pm, $20, 888-DAM-FINE www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 29 Cellar Club Bocce Ball Tournament Fabulous day of wine, music and Bocce Ball $65, 805-238-9607, Eberle Winery www.eberlewinery.com SEPTEMBER 29 Chumeia Vineyards Day Cruises Enjoy a fun day cruise with great food & wines 1-4pm, $75, 805-226-0102, Paso Robles www.chumeiavineyards.com ★ ★ SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 1 13th Annual Men’s Golf Tournament EOS Golf Tournament at Hunter Ranch $475pp, 805-239-2562, must have USGA index OCTOBER 19 Harvest Festival Weekend Kickoff at Bianchi Featuring music by The JD Project Prime Rib dinner paired with Bianchi's fine wines 6pm, 805-226-9922, Paso Robles $75/per person $65/Lakeside Club Members Reservations Required! www.bianchiwine.com ARROYO GRANDE ONGOING Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077 ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER Arroyo Grande Village Summer Concerts Concerts at the Rotary Bandstand, bring picnic baskets & enjoy a variety of music 1pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande www.arroyograndevillage.org 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 SEPTEMBER 28-29 70th Annual Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival Arts, crafts, parade, fine wine and food booths 11am, 805-489-1488, Arroyo Grande www.arroyograndevillage.com SAN LUIS OBISPO ONGOING Christopher Cohan Center Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo 805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org • Sept 28: Franz Liszt Chamber • Sept 29: George Carlin

★ SEPTEMBER 22 ★ 9th Annual Grape Stomp Come celebrate the harvest with EOS 12-4:30pm, 430, 805-239-2562 EOS Estate Winery, www.eosvintage.com

ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 31 Hearst Castle Garden Tour Enjoy a special tour of the Hearst Castle focusing on the gardens including Neptune’s pool & wine cellar, San Simeon 800-444-4445, www.hearstcastle.com

★ ★ SEPTEMBER 26 Castoro Cellars Wine Club Appreciation BBQ Bring a guest & enjoy complementary BBQ, music & great wine. Seating is limited. 888-DAM-FINE, Paso Robles, www.castorocellars.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

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ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves Art, crafts, children’s activities, music & more on beautiful bluffs over looking the ocean 10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach www.pismochamber.com ONGOING Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists 7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay www.morrobayartassociation.org ONGOING San Luis Obispo Art Center Show Constantly rotating exhibits in all media 11am-5pm, 805-481-3991, San Luis Obispo www.sloartcenter.org ★ ONGOING TUESDAYS ★ 2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste Weekly drink specials, San Luis Obispo 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE, www.taste-slo.com ★ ★ ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste Featured weekly winery, San Luis Obispo 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE, www.taste-slo.com ONGOING Adventures with Nature Docent guided walks Morro Bay State Park Museum of Natural History, 805-772-2694, www.ccnha.org Various hikes throughout the summer including; Chumash Bloody Nose Trail, Fast Hike to Valencia Peak, Hazard Reef, Rookery Wonders, exploring Oceano Lagoon and Morro Rock hikes ONGOING SUNDAYS Art on the Beach at Avila Beach Artists paint & present their work 10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier ONGOING Morro Bay Art Association Classes, demostrations and workshops 12-3:30pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay ONGOING Central Coast Outdoor Day Hikes Sat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Bay www.centralcoastoutdoors.com ONGOING Champagne Sunday Brunch on a Cruise Ship 11am-12:30pm, $30, 805-772-2257, Morro Bay ONGOING MONDAYS Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro Featuring regional & varietal tastings 5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Orcutt ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk Art galleries’ open house receptions 5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting at The Loading Dock Live music, wine and food 7-10pm, $5, 805-934-3471, San Luis Obispo ONGOING SATURDAYS Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians 3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay ONGOING A Murder Mystery Dinner Enjoy a parody of Bewitched with dinner & wine 5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK CALENDAR OF EVENTS ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 31 Pick Your Own Berries Enjoy treats at scenic Elings Park 5:30-8pm, 805-688-8969, San Luis Obispo ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 16 Central Coast National Fine Art Competition 80 artists with 115 art pieces on display 11am-5pm, 805-722-2504 www.morrobayartassociation.org ONGOING SUNDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER 21 School House Rock at Salisbury Vineyards Live Music and BBQ on Patio, 1-4pm 805-595-WINE, San Luis Obispo, www.slowine.com AUGUST 25-26 Stone Soup Music Faire Diverse cultures diplayed in music, food and fun 11am, 805-489-9091, Grovers Beach www.sanluisobispocounty.com SEPTEMBER 1-3 Pinedorado Days Art show, BBQ, food and wine booths, 10am 805-927-3624, Cambria, www.cambriachamber.org SEPTEMBER 2 SLO Pops Concert by the Sea Enjoy great music outdoors & fine wines 4pm, $15, 805-543-3533, Avila Beach SEPTEMBER 5 Open Studios Kick off Party Enjoy artwork of 150+ artist in multiple media’s 6pm, 805-544-9251, ARTS Obispo Gallery San Luis Obispo SEPTEMBER 7 Rita Hoskings & Cousin Jack 7pm, $15, 805-528-8963, Coalesce Bookstore Morro Bay, www.slofolks.org SEPTEMBER 7-30 Blue Suede Shoes Play at SLO Little Theater, San Luis Obispo 805-786-2440, www.slolittletheatre.org SEPTEMBER 7 – OCTOBER 19 Jake’s Women 7:30, 805-927-3877, Pewter Plough Playhouse www.pewterploughlayhouse.org SEPTEMBER 8 Central Coast Book & Author Festival Readings, workshops, kid’s stories and more 10am-4pm, 805-546-1392, Mission Plaza San Luis Obispo, www.ccbookfestival.org

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON ONGOING Santa Maria Valley Railroad 805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.com Elegant excursions featuring five star gourmet meals ONGOING MONDAYS Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro Featuring regional & varietal tastings 5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Santa Maria ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER 12 Friday Night Wine Downs at Cottowood Canyon Winery Great music, fine wine, food and fun 805-937-8463, Santa Maria www.cottonwoodcanyon.com ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 11 The Real Thing Tom Stoppard’s play examines love & marriage 805-922-8313, Allan Hancock College Santa Maria, www.hancockcollege.edu

ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 12 Tradition & Transition: The California Missions Exhibition of a of two artists' etchings 11am-5pm, 805-568-3994 Betteravia Gallery Santa Maria SEPTEMBER 8 5th Annual All Ford Car Show & Swap Meet Great cars, BBQ, toy Model A races & more! 805-922-3151, Santa Maria www.santamaria.com SEPTEMBER 9 Overture in Ambrosia Silent auction, wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres, free 805-937-5668, Ambrosia Restaurant, Santa Maria SEPTEMBER 9 Cork & Canvas Enjoy fine wines, entertainment & hors d’oeuvres in a beautiful garden setting $40, www.smartscouncil.org, Santa Maria Santa Maria Arts Council fundraiser LOS OLIVOS ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks Free movie & snacks with discussion afterwards 7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivos www.wildlingmuseum.org ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Los Olivos Café - Wine Teaser Wednesdays Taste 5 selected wine with appetizers 6:30pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com August 29: Local Italian Stallions September 5: Zany Zinfandels ONGOING THURSDAYS Fess Parker’s Wine Country Sing Along Sing along with Fess & Marcy, 8:30-10:30pm 805-688-7788, Los Olivos, www.syvva.com ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 31 Exhibit "Under the Tuscan Cloud" Fine art photography of Tuscany 10am-5pm, 805-688-7517, Los Olivos Gallery Los Olivos, www.losolivosca.com LOMPOC ONGOING SATURDAYS Olde Towne Market in Lompoc Great food, wine & music 805-736-4567, Lompoc www.lompocrecord.com AUGUST 25 Chumash Village Day Live like the Chumash Indians did! 805-733-3713, Lompoc www.lapurisimamission.org SOLVANG ONGOING LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Lucas & Lewellen Summer Fridays Enjoy wine and cheese pairings with live jazz band "The Buzz" 6-8pm, $10, free to wine club members 888-777-6663, Solvang, www.llwine.com ONGOING PCPA Theater 8pm, 805-922-8313, Solvang, www.pcpa.org • Ongoing through Sept 14: The Real Thing • Aug 31-Sept 23: Urinetown

ONGOING Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful vistas 10am–3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang ONGOING Solvang Farmers’ Market Fresh produce, flowers and foods 3-7pm, 805-962-5354, Solvang 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 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 23 PCPA Outdoor Theaterfest Live theater under the stars 805-922-8313, Solvang, www.solvangusa.com ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER Music on the Green Fun and music for the entire family 5:30pm, Solvang, www.syvva.com AUGUST 25 Wheels ‘n’ Windmills Car Show Over 200 cars, trucks & motorcycles 805-688-6112, 8am-4pm, Solvang www.solvangusa.com AUGUST 30 Blind Tasting of Pinot Noir at Lucas & Lewellen Develop your knowledge of wine appreciation 6-8pm, $20, 888-777-6663, Solvang SEPTEMBER 21-24 Danish Day Celebration Costumes, customs and Danish food 805-688-6144, Solvang, www.solvangusa.com SANTA YNEZ ONGOING WEEKENDS Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise Guided 2 hour cruise with wildlife and geology $15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lake www.cachuma.com 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 Chumash Casino Concerts 800-585-3737, Santa Ynez www.chumashcasino.com • August 24: UB40 • August 30: Heart • September 7: Shobox Boxing • September 8: Pepe Aguilar • September 20: Luis Miguel

SANTA BARBARA ONGOING SUNDAYS Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show Featering all types of arts, crafts & jewelry 10am–6pm, 805-897-1982, East Beach Pier www.sbaacs.com ONGOING Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater Guided tours upon request 805-996-4946, Santa Barbara www.loberotheater.com ONGOING Touristorica – Historic Downtown Walking Tour Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbara’s past 10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara ONGOING Ty Warner Sea Center Explore creatures of the sea 805-962-2526, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History www.sbnature.org/seacenter ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS First Thursday Art, cultural events and wine tasting 5-8pm, 805-962-2098, various venues in downtown Santa Barbara www.santabarbaradowntown.com ONGOING Lobero Theatre 805-963-0761, Santa Barbara, www.lobero.com August 27: Dave Brubeck August 30: Jerry Douglas with the Wrights September 15: John Coran Band September 16: Peter, Paul and Mary September 18: Helen Callus September 20: John McLaughlin September 24: Frank Ostaseski 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 ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 31 Cachuma Lake Nature Cruises Observe wildlife easily on 48 foot boat 805-686-5050, www.sbparks.org ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30 Butterflies Alive Watch butterflies up close as they flutter & fly Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History 10am-5pm, $8, 805-569-3170, Santa Barbara www.sbnature.org

ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 3 Exhibit "Los Olivos-120 Years Young" Featuring model train scale diorama 805-688-7889, $10, Santa Ynez www.solvangusa.com

ONGOING THURSDAYS IN AUGUST Nite Moves Annual summer sunset run/swim race series 805-564-8879, Leadbetter Beach www.runsantabarbara.com

ONGOING Cachuma Lake Nature Walk Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail 10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez www.cachuma.com

SEPTEMBER 15 Santa Barbara Sandcastle Festival Annual sandcastle contest & family fun 11am, 805-965-4884, Mackenzie Park Santa Barbara, www.sandcastlefestival.com

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OPOLO VINEYARDS by Dave Wilcox

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hen Rick Quinn bought some property on Paso Robles’ east side in 1995 and planted a vineyard, he simply wanted to make sure his home winemaking hobby always had a reliable source. The vineyard, which normally supplied him with Merlot grapes, came up short that year, Quinn recalled, and he decided “that won’t happen again.” From that modest start sprouted Opolo, one of Paso Robles’ most popular wineries which has earned a reputation as a place to taste superb wine and have a great time. Opolo is owned by Quinn and Dave Nichols, Quinn’s neighbor in Southern California who bought vineyard property adjoining Quinn’s on the east side of Paso Robles. Together, they now own about 300 acres, including approximately 100 on the west side of Paso Robles, where the hillside winery and tasting room are located on a picturesque country road. The original business plan, drawn up by the pair, envisioned growing grapes and selling them to winemakers. They didn’t

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intend to make wine commercially. That changed as they saw more and more acres planted to grapes. Quinn joked that he “slept through my econ classes in college,” but he still understood supply and demand. With vineyards sprouting across the landscape, he decided starting a winery would be a good “insurance policy.” Turned out to be something more than that. Opolo’s first vintage, 1999, sold out 1,000 cases in about three months, said Quinn. The following year, 5,000 cases sold out in the same time. Since then, Opolo has steadily increased its annual production to approximately 40,000 cases. “We didn’t know what to expect,” Nichols recalled, “but we didn’t expect that.” Quinn and Nichols share the winemaking responsibilities along with consultant Robert Nadeau. Their “winemaking by committee” philosophy ensures quality year after year. “Opolo is fun,” said Quinn. “We’re making wine more user-friendly. People don’t need to be intimidated. When people come through the door, they have a great experience.” www.winecountrythisweek.com

Visitors to the warehouse-style tasting room quickly establish an easy rapport with whoever is pouring that day, whether it be one of the winemakers, or a friendly employee. While the winery’s production has steadily increased in the eight years since its first release, Nichols said there are no immediate plans to continue that kind of growth. “We’re at the limit of what our facilities can accommodate.” Plus, he said, both men are determined to remain hands-on winemakers, controlling the fruit source from vineyard to bottle. “We’re the farmers,” said Nichols. “We’re in control of the grapes.” Opolo’s signature wines are a series of fullbodied, fruit-forward Zinfandels made with fruit sourced from westside vineyards. They also produce a velvety, dessert-style Late Harvest Zinfandel that pairs well with chocolate. “People really enjoy the style of wine that we make,” acknowledged Nichols. Curiosity mixed with a sense of adventure motivates Opolo’s owners to produce more than two dozen types of wine, including a few unusual blends.

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“We haven’t met a (varietal) grape we haven’t liked,” mused Nichols. Wine club members appreciate the novelty as well, he said. “It makes it fun, because they’re not always getting the same thing over and over again.” Among the wines bottled by Opolo are a Spanish-Italian coupling of Tempranillo and Nebbiolo and another blend featuring Sangiovese and Barbera. Opolo’s staples include “Fusion,” a blend that marries Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot and “Rhapsody,” a Maritage made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes harvested from Opolo’s east side vineyards and Merlot and Cabernet Franc fruit from the west side. Don’t get the idea, however, that Opolo is a reds-only house. Using grapes grown in the Santa Ynez Valley region of northern Santa Barbara County, Quinn and Nichols make a Viognier and Roussanne. Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay are also produced by the winery. Special events at the winery are popular, thanks in part to the relaxed atmosphere fostered there and also the scrumptious barbecued meal typically served. With a nod to Quinn’s Serbian heritage, whole roasted lamb, cooked over an open pit, is a mainstay. Alternatively, guests can munch carne asada tacos and beans with all of the fixings. Guests gather on a spacious plateau offering sweeping views of the vineyards, along with walnut groves and coast live oaks in the distance. With the right timing, you might also take in a spectacular sunset. Next on the calendar is Opolo’s Labor Day Weekend Barbecue, on September 1 and 2. Lunch is $10 and wine tasting an additional $5. Free to wine club members. No reservations are needed. Opolo Winery is on Vineyard Drive, a shade less than five miles north from Highway 46 West. The tasting room is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 7110 Vineyard Drive. Call (805) 238-9593 for more information, or visit www.opolo.com. www.winecountrythisweek.com

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hen Doug and Nancy Beckett, a couple of school teachers looking for a better life, moved to Paso Robles in 1982 with their two sons, Joshua and Jacob, they never new the life they would lead today. The labels start came in 1988, thanks to a load of Zinfandel grapes from Benito Dusi’s vineyard. Though only amounting to a couple hundred cases, the premiere release centered the label’s reputation for premium red wines. Today, the Becketts brand has become nationally distributed in 49 states and select international destinations. This coming year production is set for 84,000 cases, their largest production yet. In order to secure premium fruit, Peachy Canyon sources grapes from over twenty local growers in the Paso Robles AVA and 100 acres of their own vineyards. The winery is still headed by founding vintners Doug and Nancy, as well as the family’s second generation. After years away from home, both Josh and Jake returned to Paso Robles and Peachy Canyon to work for the family business. Josh has been with the winery for nine years and has been the winemaker since 2003. Combining his

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varied experiences with different winemakers and regions, Josh keeps an open mind in order to create the most exciting wines possible. Jake wasn’t able to resist the lure of the family business either. For years, Jake worked as the vineyard manager over-seeing the four Peachy Canyon Vineyards and working with local growers to ensure fruit quality is kept at their high standard. In 2005, Jake wanted to learn other aspects of the business and joined the sales team. Jake now is the General Sales Manager and travels the country promoting the family brand. Although Zinfandels dominate the Peachy Canyon tasting menu, you will find Cabernets, Merlots and special blends that are available to sample. Each wine poses unique characteristics with distinguished qualities and is why the whole Peachy Canyon team works so hard to pick only the best Paso Robles fruit while supporting the local growers. Doug Beckett also makes sure “each wine is released in the peak of its youth,” the Becketts feel they give their customers the choice to either enjoy the wines young or cellar them for a later date. The Becketts invite you to join them this www.winecountrythisweek.com

coming Harvest Festival for the 3rd Annual Pumpkin Carving contest on October 20, 2007 at the Peachy Canyon Winery located on Lake Nacimiento Road. Bring your family and enjoy great prizes, music, dinner and wine! Party begins at 4 p.m. at the Peachy Canyon Winery; $60 club members and $75 non-club members. For more information or to buy your tickets, call 1-800-315-7908. If you can’t make it to the Pumpkin Carving contest, stop by one of their two tasting rooms throughout the weekend to sample great wines paired with tasty treats. The Old School House Tasting Room is at the corner of Bethel Road and Highway 46 West. The quaint landmark attraction dates back to 1886 and is surrounded by a large grassed picnic area and gazebo. The facility can be rented out for private events and is a perfect locale for an outdoor wedding amidst the vineyards. The Peachy Too Tasting Room is located on 2020 Nacimiento Lake Drive. Peachy Too is housed in a charming Swiss Chateau about four miles west of Highway 101 and is open weekends only. Visit www.peachycanyon.com for more information.

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PAVE 4 cups of manufactured cream 2 lbs. 12 ounces shaved chocolate 1 -1/2 oz. Black Monukka Figs

Rotta Black Monukka Perfectly Paired with Pave You are not likely to find the Black Monukka grape mentioned anywhere in a wine book. That’s because it is a raisin grape seldom used to make wine. But the winemaker at Paso Robles’ historic Rotta Winery saw Sherry-style dessert wine potential in the grape’s relatively high-fructose level and unique flavors. Unique as well, was their vision to allow the intense Paso Robles sun to “bake” the wine as it ages for two years in French oak barrels – outdoors! Slow evaporation of the wine, without refilling the barrels, intensifying the wine’s richness. The end result is a true handcrafted wine of unmatched smoothness, with distinctive caramel, nutty and vanilla flavors and aromas. “We are the only producers of dessert Sherry in the U.S. to use this varietal,” explains Barbara Milburn, Rotta Winery Tasting Room Manager. “It has won countless awards, including Double Gold, Best of Class, Gold and the Jefferson Cup.” Taking the dessert Sherry wine to the next step is Chef Matthew Riley, who owns two restaurants in Paso Robles. The original “Matthew’s” is located at the quaint and stylish Paso Robles Regional Airport, while his second, opened in 2007, is conveniently situated in the heart of downtown. A California native, and beloved Paso Robles resident, Chef Matthew knows grapes, both table and wine varieties, and creates a simple yet impressionable dessert with the 2003 Rotta Black Monukka Dessert Wine. His creative recipe, Pave paired with Rotta Black Monukka, marries the sweet, nutty richness of the dessert wine with the sumptuousness of melted shaved chocolate mixed with boiled cream and topped with figs. Rotta Winery, founded in 1908, is the oldest originally family-owned winery in San Luis Obispo County. The original vineyard and winery were started in 1856 by a Frenchman named Adolph Siot, who later sold the successful enterprise to Joe Rotta in 1908. Today, the Rotta label is being revived by one of their grandsons, Michael Giubbini, who, in 1990, replanted the old family vineyard mostly to Zinfandel. The Rotta tasting room is located in Templeton, open daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at “Cider Creek” on Highway 46 West, just east of Vineyard Drive.

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Bring cream to just boiling and add shaved chocolate a little at a time to melt and stir continuously. Add Black Monukka Dessert Wine last, stir, fold into mold and let cool. Chill over night to set. Quarter fresh figs and set aside. In sauté pan, reduce 1/3 cup Black Monukka to a semi-syrup consistency, add figs and heat through. Plate and serve with Rotta Black Monukka.

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San Andreas West Wines – Meeting the Needs of Small Wineries by Janis Switzer For small lot, boutique wineries that don’t have a tasting room, a sales force or the ability to capture the attention of a major distributor, there is another option to get their names and wines out in the marketplace. San Andreas West Wines calls itself “a boutique wine distributor,” and can help a small winery with a range of services. Bill Bogue founded the business in 2004, initially as a hobby to help his daughter and son-in-law. It turned into a solid business venture as the number of small wineries on the Central Coast grew over the past few years, and he saw the special needs of fine, boutique wineries going unmet. Bogue enlisted his three daughters to form the core of the business. Tracy brought nine years of tasting room management experience to her role as director of sales; Kimber, a web specialist with 20 years of customer service experience, heads up the sales department; and Robin, a graphics artist, has developed all the marketing materials, and along with her husband Jim, provides logistics and assists in day-today operations. The firm currently represents nine wineries from the Santa Barbara, Edna Valley and Paso Robles areas, including Cayucos Cellars, Madison Cellars, Pozo Valley and William James Cellars. Their reach extends to more than 100 wine shops and restaurants – also mostly on the Central Coast – and they are looking for both new wineries to represent, and new accounts to sell those wines. Their proposition is simple: “We can go out and be your face in the market,” Tracy explains. “Especially when it’s a mom-and-pop operation, it’s really difficult for them to even know who to talk to at one of the big, national distributors.” San Andreas West’s goal is to simplify that process. They purchase wines at the winery’s wholesale price, and re-sell it to retail and restaurant outlets with a mark-up that depends on factors such as volume and price point. In addition to picking up and distributing the wines, they can represent the winery at pouring events, introduce the wines to publi-

cations such as Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast, and set up wine tasting dinners, cross-marketing local restaurants and wineries. “We’re out tooting their horn, and basically providing a service that they either don’t want to do themselves, or don’t have the time to do themselves,” Tracy says. Their target client generally produces less than 5,000 cases a year, and often lacks a tasting room that provides a sales outlet for most of that production. Robin and her husband Jim Porter, owners of William James Cellars in Santa Maria, are typical clients. With production of 3,800 cases a year, they are too small to get attention from a large distributor, and yet produce too much to sell themselves without a tasting room. San Andreas West provides the feet on the street to get their wines into restaurants and wine stores. With an emphasis on personal service, the family intends to keep the business intimate, but they are currently also looking to grow the business. “Our goal is to grow the number of wineries we represent, and also to grow the accounts we sell to,” Tracy explains. They are expecting to open a new office and warehouse facility in Santa Maria in the very near future to accommodate that growth, and to provide a central meeting place for the family’s meetings. For more information contact, Tracy Bogue at (805) 260-6518 or go to www.sanandreaswestwines.com.

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orty acres of strawberry fields, not vineyards, are what visitors see through the picture window of the Costa de Oro Winery’s tasting room. That’s no coincidence. The tasting room is part of the Gold Coast Marketplace, where an array of fresh produce and gourmet foods are available along with Costa de Oro’s award-winning wines. There’s even a drive-through window for purchasing strawberries. “It’s definitely not your typical wine-tasting stop,” said Clay Frick, who, along with his wife, Joanne, is part-owner and manager of Gold Coast Marketplace. Gold Coast Marketplace, which opened a year ago, is an attractive shop with exposed wooden beams and earth tones exuding warmth. A stone fruit’s throw from Highway 101 in Santa Maria, its easy accessibility attracts both travelers just passing through and wine enthusiasts launching a day of tasting along the Foxen Canyon wine trail. “We have everything you need for a day of wine tasting,” said Joanne Frick, including gourmet cheeses and artisan bread. Gold Coast boasts fresh, locally grown produce and flowers typically only available

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at farmers’ markets. Artichokes from Lompoc, avocados from Santa Maria, roses from Nipomo. Just outside the market is the “produce patio,” where shoppers can pick up anything from onions and garlic to lettuce and tomatoes. Sure, the shopping’s great, but Costa de Oro’s wines are reason enough to visit. Winemaker Gary Burk’s craftsmanship has earned plaudits from wine critics and a number of awards, including Best in Show at both the Orange and Santa Barbara County fairs. Costa de Oro – Spanish for Gold Coast – www.winecountrythisweek.com

uses estate-grown fruit to produce Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Thirty acres of bluff-top vineyards were planted by Burk’s father, Ron, and his Gold Coast Farms partner, Robert Espinola, when they found the well-drained, sandy loam soil ill-suited for vegetables. It was, however, ideal for the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes. Costa de Oro also produces Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Rosè and Syrah. Tasting room visitors on weekends have a chance to sample reserve vintages that are part of the winery’s library collection. About 7,500 cases of the Costa de Oro label are produced annually, with Burk making the wine at Santa Maria’s Central Coast Wine Services. The marriage of Gold Coast Farm’s strawberries and Burk’s winemaking talents will come to fruition this year with the release of Costa de Oro strawberry dessert wine, according to Frick. The Gold Coast Marketplace and Costa de Oro wine tasting room are open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is on the east side of Highway 101. Use the Stowell Road off-ramp traveling either north or south.

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rtiste Winery and Tasting Studio transports one to a working art studio in the 1870s, the height of the Impressionist movement. Modeled after Hotel Baudy, the tiny inn in Giverny, France, where the Impressionism movement kicked into high gear, Artiste invites its guests to step back in time with an old-world art studio décor. Enjoy paintings from some of today’s best Impressionist painters, use the community canvases to create a masterpiece of your own and, all the while, taste some of the most Avant-Garde wines California has to offer. The Artiste story began with winemaker, Bion Rice, whose vision of becoming one of the world’s finest cuvee wine producers led him down the path that would eventually bring the two worlds of art and wine together like never before. Bion discovered his passion for winemaking early on at his family’s Sunstone Winery, where he honed his skills at assemblage, the art of blending wines together to yield distinctly complex cuvees of balance, grace and power.

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visible brushstrokes to create a final masterpiece, Bion uses each wine as a brushstroke in the final blend. The ultimate goal? To produce infinitely beautiful cuvees that are much more than merely the sum of their parts, ones that exhibit the best aromas, flavors and sensations of each individual wine that went into the blend. Drawing on old-world blending traditions while adding an unmistakable swath of California style, Bion creates neo-classical blends they call “Impressionist Cuvees.” The Toretta, now a library wine, draws on the style of Barbaresco, Italy, with the powerful Nebbiolo varietal forming the base of the blend, while the Artiste touch adds Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a hint of Barbera to transform the wine into something totally unique. The winemaker’s unwavering insistence on quality ensures that lots remain small, with none of the wines above the 300-case production level, and some as low as 50. And yet another feature makes all of Artiste wines See Artiste, page 26

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Experience Paso Robles Wine Country in San Jose 30 Paso Robles wineries to pour at ‘A Taste of Paso Wines’ – The Sainte Claire Hotel – Thursday, August 30, 5:30-8 p.m. A Taste of Paso Wines, featuring fine wines from 30 Paso Robles Wine Country vintners, will pour their premium Paso Robles wines paired with specially prepared appetizers by Il Fornaio Restaurant for the third consecutive year. “This annual event is a great way to introduce Silicon Valley wine enthusiasts to Paso Robles wines and the winemakers and allow them to experience Paso Robles Wine Country in downtown San Jose,” said Karen Bria of Central Coast Boutique wines, the event producers. A complete list of visiting wineries at A Taste Paso of Paso Wines can be found at www.tastepasowines.com. A Taste of Paso Wines tickets are $65 in advance and $75 at the door and include a walk-around wine tasting; hors d’ oeuvres; a

commemorative Riedel wine glass and participation in the silent auction. A limited number of tickets to this exciting event are available online at www.tastepasowines.com or by calling (805) 239-8463 Monday through Friday.

Benefit wine and lifestyle auctions Silent Auction will feature magnums, library selections and other unique wine lots from participating wineries as well as lifestyle packages and more. The net proceeds to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® – www.makewish.org.

For the trade and media Prior to the public tasting on August 30th, A Taste of Paso Wines will begin in the afternoon with a Trade & Media Seminar from 1 to 2 p.m., hosted by the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, presenting what makes Paso Robles wines distinctly different. The seminar will be followed by an exlusive walk-

around tasting from 2 to 4:30 p.m. There is limited seating for the Trade & Media Seminar which includes admission to the exclusive walk-around tasting. For reservations, email [email protected] or call (805) 674-4047.

About A Taste of Paso Wines A Taste of Paso Wines is produced by Central Coast Boutique Wines and sponsored by the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, City of Paso Robles, Hotel Cheval , Il Fornaio Restaurant, Kraftwerk Design, Make-A-Wish Foundation®, Martin Resorts, Paso Robles Inn, The Sainte Claire Hotel, San Luis Obispo County VCB and The Wine Wrangler. For more information about A Taste of Paso Wines, call Karen Bria at (805) 674-4047, or email at [email protected]. Additional information about the event can also be found at www.tastepasowines.com.

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WestFest 2007 is the fourth annual Wine and Blues Festival, with major sponsorship from Hampton Inns and Suites, Grapeline Express, Canyon Villa Bed & Breakfast, and Farm Credit West, Fog Catcher Inn and Best Western Fireside Inn, which is produced by the Hwy 46 West Wineries in Paso Robles, California. The event this year will be held Saturday, September 8th at Peachy Canyon Winery located off of Highway 46 West on Bethel Road. Your ticket entitles you to wine club discounts at all participating wineries for the entire weekend, and admission to the festival to hear Rockin’ Blues. The centerpiece of the weekend is the festival where each winery will pour their awardwinning wines. Your ticket also becomes your raffle number for great gifts including two six-liter wine bottles etched and hand-painted with the WestFest logo. Over three hundred guests coming from as far away as Washington State attended the first annual event. The event has limited seating and tickets are sold in advance by the participating wineries. Time, price, food and entertainment to be announced.

About Highway 46 West Wineries Group In 2004, thirteen wineries on Highway 46 West formed the Highway 46 West Wineries Group. This group was formed to promote the tasting rooms of the beautiful west side and to make people aware of the uniqueness of 46 West and the wines produced there. Paso Robles Wine Country is as unique and inviting as the people who have dedicated themselves to nurturing the vineyards and crafting fine wines. Visitors to Highway 46 West find the road less traveled is often marked by the thrill of discovery in this uncongested region. It’s an area where hospitality is first among a long list of qualities … where being friends and neighbors is as important as producing stellar wines. Highway 46 West is one thread that weaves among the vineyards and wineries connecting longtime estates with exciting new producers. Rolling hills, majestic oaks and lush vineyards await the wine lover at every turn. The tasting rooms of Highway 46 West invite you to enjoy our neighborhood, relax under the spell of our friendly environment and savor life while sipping our spectacular wines. The participating wineries consist of Brian Benson Cellars, Castoro Cellars, Dark Star Cellars, Doce Robles, Eagle Castle, Fratelli Perata, Grey Wolf, Hunt Cellars, JanKris Winery, Midnight Cellars, Peachy Canyon, Windward Vineyard and Rotta Winery and are all included on the 46 West Passport. The passport is your map to the Westside, including descriptions and hours for each winery. Just like a travel passport you will get a unique stamp from each winery. Once you get seven stamps you will receive a beautifully designed poster of all the participating wineries labels. When your passport is full with all thirteen stamps, your gift is another poster signed by all of the winemakers and entry into a quarterly drawing for prizes from a weekend stay at one of the groups hotel sponsors to a guided tasting tour. Throughout the year the group puts on other events such as Tax Revolt Weekend and West Fest. West Fest is the big event of the year. All thirteen wineries come together to pour great wines while guests listen to blues music and enjoy delicious food from local caterers. For more information, check out the 46 West Wineries website at www.paso46westwineries.com.

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Falcon Nest Winery – Just Like a Trip to Tuscany If you’ve ever had the good fortune to visit a winery in Italy, you know what it’s like to enjoy the combination of great wine, beautiful scenery and most of all, warm and welcoming people. Now you don’t have to endure a 12-hour plane flight to experience the delights of Italy. Falcon Nest Winery is the creation of Francesco Grande and his lovely wife, Carolynn. Francesco was born in Calabria and grew up in the Tuscany region of Italy. Like so many of his fellow countrymen, his passion for food and wine has been the focus of his life. For twenty-eight years he ran a successful and very, very busy restaurant in Los Angeles. It took a long-time friend and customer to convince him that he needed a little vacation. A trip up to the Paso Robles wine-growing region was just supposed to provide a little rest and relaxation. But with only one look at the stunningly beautiful rolling hills of Central California, Francesco knew that it was time for a new challenge. It was time to return to his roots. “Wine has been in my family for centuries. My father was a winemaker, my grandfather was a winemaker as was his father before him and his father before him! In Italy, it is a way of life,” says Francesco. With the gusto he gave to his cooking, Francesco has turned his land into some of the finest vineyards in the area. His picturesque little winery on the top of the hill looks over a seemingly endless sea of vines. He now has fifty-five acres planted in Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah,

CHATEAU MARGENE A micro winery specializing in the production of small lots of luxury, handcrafted Cabernet Sauvignon. Chateau Margene produces 3,000 cases per year and focuses on viticulture and winemaking practices that offer maximum expression of the Paso Robles terrior. Come enjoy the wines and picnic on the deck or under the oaks.

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Petite Verdot and Zinfandel. “I love the art of cooking, but once the food is on the table, it is soon gone. There is an art to winemaking as well plus it lasts a lot longer. With aging wine becomes better. Food becomes worse!” says Francesco. Francesco has not totally hung up his chef’s apron, though. The tasting room offers an array of his handmade sauces and Italian specialties. Guests are often treated to tasty morsels along side the fine wines of Falcon Nest. Falcon’s Nest Winery is located on Union Road in Paso Robles. The tasting room is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, call (805) 226-0227 or go to www.falconnestwine.com.

Open Saturday-Sunday Noon-5pm By advanced appointment on Fridays 4385 La Panza Road, Creston, CA 805-238-2321 | www.chateaumargene.com

HANSEN VINEYARDS As a small boutique winery, we offer ultra-premium hand-made wines produced in small lots from our family-owned winery and vineyard. Visit our uniquely rustic tasting room and experience some serious wine, talk with the owner/winemaker and enjoy the relaxing family atmosphere. Friday-Sunday 11:30 am-5pm 5575 El Pomar Drive, Templeton 805-233-8412 www.hansenwines.com

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CASS VINEYARDS Visit us at our café style tasting room and sample your favorite Rhône wines, paired with samples of select gourmet cheese, pâte and specialty food. Our Chef’s Pantry offers an array of choices for an impromptu picnic indoors or out. We also offer a lunch menu prepared by our Chef Dusty Lehigh Friday thru Sunday. Open Monday-Friday 12-5pm, Saturday-Sunday 11am-6pm 7350 Linne Road, Paso Robles 805-239-1730 | www.casswines.com

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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Music, Art, BBQ & Trolley Tours at Salisbury Vineyards Salisbury Vineyards recently announced the start of “Schoolhouse Rock 2007” at the tasting room in the Old Schoolhouse in Avila Valley. The place will be rocking with House Red Band on the patio from 1 to 4 p.m. Barbecue fare will be available for purchase and a trolley tour of Avila Vineyards takes place at 4 p.m. Join them for a Sunday afternoon of wine tasting, music, art and wine education! Schoolhouse Rock is every other Sunday through October. The Salisbury Vineyards’ tasting room is in the Old Schoolhouse located at 6985 Ontario Road between the two Avila exits. Call (805) 5959463 for more information.

ideal location far before anyone else! His role has been the most instrumental to this ‘dream.’” In May of 2005, the work completed, Salisbury opened up the facility under the Salisbury Vineyards name. Now, the old schoolhouse is open for tasting of Salisbury’s wine seven days a week. Jennifer and her husband, Kevin (also a professional skateboarder) work with John Salisbury in maintaining all operations. With their two children and a past filled with varied and diverse career interests like skatepark owners, artists, and now vintners, the two have made a home here in SLO County in this unique facility. The tasting room also has a gallery, Salisbury Fine Art, owned by her mother, Maridel Salisbury and represents more than 150 recognized artists nationally and even internationally. The wines of Salisbury are as varied and diverse as is the family and the tasting room features the family’s Pinot Noir, cool-climate Syrah, Paso Robles Zinfandel, Chardonnay and even some Cabernet. There are some truly unique wines as well, like Pinot Naturale – not quite a rosé of Pinot Noir, but definitely a nice warm-weather sipper.

About Salisbury Vineyards John Salisbury – a farmer and wine-grape grower whose roots go all the way up to the Sacramento Delta area where the Salisbury family has been farming in Walnut Grove, CA since 1850 – began growing grapes in the Paso Robles area in 1997. In 2000, he began renovation on the old Santa Fe schoolhouse, an area landmark and a multiple-use facility for many years. “My father, John, is a great visionary,” says Jennifer 1Rucks, “and could see the schoolhouse as an 101

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3rd Annual Solvang Wheels ‘n’ Windmills Car Show The 3rd Annual Solvang Wheels ’n’ Windmills Car Show will take place in the middle of picturesque Solvang on Saturday, August 25. The event runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is sponsored, in part, by Jon’s Equipment and Construction, Mid-State Bank & Trust, and Alisal Cellars. Proceeds from this year’s event will go to help with renovations to the Solvang Sunny Fields Park and children’s playground. The event is open to all makes and years of classic and modified cars, trucks, and special interest vehicles. More than 250 vehicles from all over California will be competing for over 80 awards. There will also be vendors, raffle prizes – including a new V8 engine with proceeds benefiting the Santa Ynez High School Auto Shop – and music. The event also attracts more than 5,000 spectators. Participants and spectators will also enjoy the numerous specialty shops; stores, restaurants, wine tasting and world-famous Danish pastry shops that are the backdrop for the event.

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Artiste Winery & Tasting Room even more unique: every label is a work of art in and of itself. Artiste works with some of the finest Impressionist artists across the country to commission a painting for every new cuvee, and each wine then takes on the name of the masterpiece that graces its bottle. In the end, it’s the ultimate synthesis of art and wine: a liquid work of art created by a master winemaker within the bottle, and a painted work of art created by a master painter without. Every quarter, Artiste releases new wines featuring new paintings from the artists. Each release opens with an Art & Wine Release Party featuring delicious food paired with the new wines and the entire tasting studio filled with new artwork for the show, along with a

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visit from the featured artist to talk about their work and autograph bottles for customers. Throughout the year, Artiste also holds special events such as blending sessions with the winemaker and painting seminars with the resident artist, Christina LoCascio. Stop by the studio in downtown Santa Ynez to find out more and experience the Artiste world of art and wine for yourself!

Upcoming Art & Wine Release Party on Saturday, August 25th Celebrate Argentine Tango with a new exhibit of paintings by artist Aldo Luongo. Savor the flavors of Argentina with authentic cuisine by Café Buenos Aires of Santa Barbara, live music, and tango dancing! Visit

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About Aldo Luongo With talent that led him to be honored as the official Olympic Artist in Seoul and Atlanta (among many other accolades), he creates, in his “space and time”, powerful and spirited work that evokes true emotion. Whether he portrays a romantic enclave, a frenzied sporting event, or a richly textured landscape, central to all of Luongo’s paintings is the balance between memory and hope, sorrow and humor, freedom and control. Artiste Winery and Tasting Room, located at 3569 Sagunto Street in Santa Ynez, is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Hayman & Hill Releases a White Blend from Santa Barbara distinctly rich, yet refreshing palette.” Expressive of its appellation, Interchange is a luscious, rich blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscat, Malvasia Bianca, Semillon and Gewürztraminer grapes. This latest addition to Hayman & Hill’s appellation-specific line-up has a bright floral nose and a luscious tropical palate with bright acidity. Interchange will be distributed nationally with a suggested retail price of $13.99. The Hayman & Hill winemaking philosophy is simply to seek out the finest quality grapes where they grow best.

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★ Adelaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 11-5 5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 1-800-676-1232 X AJB Vineyards – Paso Robles 3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 Anglim Winery – Paso Robles 750 Pine St; 805-227-6813 ★ Arroyo Robles – Paso Robles 739 12th St; 877 759-WINE ★ B & E Vineyards – Paso Robles 10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815

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Calcareous Winery – Paso Robles Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289

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Christian Lazo – San Miguel 249 10th Street, Suite A; 805-467-2672

Caparone Winery – Paso Robles 2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827

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Chumeia Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily 8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 10-5

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Denner Vineyards & Winery – Paso Robles Sa-Su 12-4 5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287

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Eagle Castle Winery – Paso Robles Daily 3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 10:30-5:30 X ★ Eberle Winery – Paso Robles 3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607

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Edward Sellers – Paso Robles 1220 Park St; 805-239-8915

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

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Four Vines Winery – Templeton 3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0055

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Gelfand Vineyards – Paso Robles 5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808

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Grey Wolf Cellars – Paso Robles 2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771

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★ Hansen Vineyard– Templeton 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412

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Harmony Cellars – Harmony 3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805-927-1625

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Hice Cellars – Paso Robles 821 Pine St Unit D; 805-237-8888

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Hug Cellars – Paso Robles 2323 Tuley Ct Ste. 120 D; 805-828-5906

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J. Paul Rosilez – Paso Robles 4889 Dry Creek Rd; 805-226-0550

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Jack Creek Cellars – Templeton 5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 JanKris Winery – Templeton 1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 ★ Justin Winery – Paso Robles 11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-6932

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Locatelli Winery – Paso Robles 8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067

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Lone Madrone – Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 Madison Cellars – Paso Robles 4540 Hwy 41; 805-238-9831

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

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NadeauFamilyVintners – Paso Robles Fr-Su 3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 12-5

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Silver Stone – Paso Robles 827 13th St; 805-226-2788

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

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

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

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

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Venteaux – Templeton 1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-610-3310

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Victor Hugo Winery – Templeton 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128

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Vihuela Winery – Templeton 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-423-8423

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

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Vina Robles – San Miguel 3000 Pleasant Rd; 805-227-4812

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

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Whalebone Winery – Paso Robles Daily 11-4:30 8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 Closed Wed ★ Wild Coyote Winery – Paso Robles 3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311

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

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★ Laetitia Vineyard – Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772

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Ortman Family – San Luis Obispo 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-473-9463

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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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Rancho Arroyo Grande – Arroyo Grande 591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 1st Saturday of the month 11-5

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★ Salisbury Vineyards – Avila Valley 6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE

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

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★ Saucelito Canyon – San Luis Obispo Daily 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 10-5

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★ Tangent Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 11-5 Talley Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10:30-4:30 ★ Taste – San Luis Obispo 1003 Osos St; 805-269-TASTE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Tolosa Winery – San Luis Obispo 4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500

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

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Wild Wood Winery – San Luis Obispo By Appt 555 El Camino Real; 805-546-1088

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

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

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Windemere/Cathy MacGregor Wines – San Luis Obispo 3526 S. Higuera Rd; 805-542-0133 Sa-Su 12-5

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

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

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Wolff Vineyards – San Luis Obispo 6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448

Arthur Earl – Los Olivos 2921 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771

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

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

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

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

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

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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 11-4 2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455

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

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

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

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

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

★ Claiborne & Churchill – San Luis Obispo Daily 2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 11-5

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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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Ampelos Cellars – Lompoc 805-736-9957

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Mission Meadow Winery – Solvang Daily 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1344 11-6

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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★ Stolpman Vineyard – Solvang 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-688-0400

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

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

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Fiddlehead Cellars – at the Lompoc Wine Ghetto 1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 800-251-1225 Th-Sa 11-4

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

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

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Harrison-Clarke – Lompoc 805-686-0850

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Hitching Post Wines – at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton 406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X X

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

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

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

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Sanford Winery – Buellton 7250 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-3300

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

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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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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 Great Oaks Ranch – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 J Wilkes Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 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 Fr-Su 11-4:30 2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 Mo-Th 12-4:30, Closed Tu X Oak Savanna – at Andrew Murray Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-6 X Qupé Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-968-9699 Daily 11-5 Silver Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-963-3052 Daily 11-5 ★ Scott Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-570-0048 12-5 Star Lane – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 Three Saints – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 Vandale – at The Ballard Inn in Ballard Fr-Su 12-5:30 2436 Baseline Ave; 805-688-7770 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 Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339

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

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L O M P O C / B U E L LT O N Alma Rosa – Buellton 201-C Industrial Way; 805-688-9090

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Blackjack Ranch – Solvang 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412

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

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

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

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Cellar 205 – Santa Barbara 205 Anacapa St; 805-962-5857

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

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Jorian Hill – Solvang 1051 Croft Lane; 805-686-8490

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

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Margerum Wine Company – at Wine Cask in Santa Barbara X Sa-Su 11-3 813 Anacapa St; 805-966-9463

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Michael Grace – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang X Daily 9:30-5:30 1539 Mission; 805-686-9323

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

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