Central Coast Edition - January 8, 2009

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PUBLISHING EVERY OTHER WEEK! JANUARY 8, 2009 • ISSUE 22 – VOLUME 2

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FEATURE STORY

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TABLE OF CONTENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK

ON THE COVER Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 WINE COUNTRY NEWS Wine Country Premier Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Wine Country Premier Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17

Zinfandel Festival

PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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SAN LUIS OBISPO WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 SANTA MARIA VALLEY WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27

SANTA BARBARA WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 VENTURA COUNTY WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 LISTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-35

Ben Mayo, Eberle Winery

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WINEMAKER PROFILE

SOLVANG, LOS OLIVOS, SANTA YNEZ WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Chandra Grant P.O. Box 92, El Verano, CA 95433 Phone 707-938-1783 / Fax 707-938-3674 [email protected]

CALENDAR EDITOR

Maria Olascoaga Phone 707-938-1783 / Fax707-938-3674 [email protected]

OFFICE MANAGER

Cathy Gore Phone 707-938-3494 / Fax 707-938-3674 Email [email protected]

Wild Horse Winery

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Dan Zimmerman Direct 707-938-3734 [email protected]

MANAGING EDITOR

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

Michael Cervin, Leah Kolt, Len Napolitano, Mark Storer, Janis Switzer, Dave Wilcox

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Music for Your Palate Music and Wine Tasting Experience

A SYMPHONY OF FLAVORS

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WOOD WINERY All In The Family by Mark Storer

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ool climate growing, with daytime temperatures that don’t often exceed 80 degrees, and cool nighttime fog set San Luis Obispo apart from many other vineyard lands in California. Those conditions are the reason for the peppery, earthy Syrahs for which the area has become famous. And it’s here that Craig and Sheri Wood own an 80acre ranch, 32 of which are vineyards. “We thought we’d plant grapes as a hobby,” says Sheri Wood. As it turns out, Wood Winery became much more than that. “It became a lucrative business for us as well as a passion,” she adds. The vineyards the Woods have grown are named for the family. There’s Sheri’s vineyard, Gina’s vineyard and Jackson’s vineyard, the latter two being the Woods’ two children. They purchased the land in the mid 1990s and planting a vineyard was the furthest thing from their minds. But a chance encounter at a local restaurant changed the Wood family’s destiny and by happy accident, Wild Wood Winery was born. “It was actually a great story,” says Craig.

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“We were out to dinner one night and my wife got to talking to the bartender who was a Cal Poly viticultural student.” Eventually, that led to Cal Poly University’s Keith Patterson coming out to the Wood family’s ranch. Patterson is a member of the viticulture program at the university. “He told us we had to plant Syrah here and so, we did,” says Wood. And that began an education that involved Wood picking up the books in the Cal Poly viticultural program. Not a graduate of anyone’s wine or oenology school, Wood is self-taught and considers himself a winegrower, not a winemaker. Eventually, he began talking to winemakers in the area and they all wanted to buy fruit from his vineyards. He thought there must be a reason why and so he began to make his own wine. “It all starts there in the vineyard,” he says. “That’s where the wine is made.” This fall and winter, the Woods are concentrating on the tasting room in Arroyo Grande. “We’re available for private parties at the tasting room and we’re holding Girls’ Night Out on select Thursdays as well,” she says. The Girls’ Night Out is part of the SLO www.winecountrythisweek.com

Vintner’s Association’s plan to have the event at member wineries throughout the winter. The plan to rent out the tasting room to private parties, however, is a Wood family original. Renting the tasting room for a private party provides a secluded, classic atmosphere for people to enjoy the benefits of a luxurious wine tasting bar without the regular crowds that can accompany a wine tasting evening. Continuing the focus on lady wine drinkers, Wood Winery is also releasing its latest 100% estate Syrah blend called, “Bling.” “The bottle is embellished with Swarovski Austrian crystals and it’s really for the girls,” says Sheri. “You can never have too much Bling.” It’s perfect for any celebration. The Woods will also be bottling their popular Albarino, an Italian white varietal that more and more people are discovering, as well as their Sangiovese. Both wines sold out when they hit the market and the Woods are happy to have more coming out soon. Focusing on single-vineyard varietals, Wood is careful and thoughtful about production. Wood wines spend two years in the barrel and a year in the bottle before they

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK WINE COUNTRY NEWS are released. “I’m just now drinking through some of my ’02s and ’03s,” says Craig. This attention to detail and to taste is what sets Wood Winery apart in a crowded field. Wood Winery puts its focus on the family business. “Sheri’s mother and grandmother live here on the ranch and they help out. My daughter Gina lives here, too and she helps me quite a bit.” The youngest member of the family, Jackson, does what he can to pitch in as well. “It’s definitely a family thing,” says Wood. With its tasting room in Arroyo Grande and the vineyards and winery in San Luis Obispo, the Woods have become part of the landscape here. Wood Winery produces about 3,000 cases a year of various wines from their award-winning Syrah and Cabernet to the more elusive Albarino and Sangiovese. Craig has even begun to experiment with blending wines including a Cabernet-Syrah blend that tasting room patrons love. Wood Winery’s Gina’s vineyard 2004 Syrah won Double Gold and Best of Class from the San Francisco Chronicle and Double Gold medals were garnered for their Jackson’s vineyard 2004 Cabernet as well. The Wood Winery’s list of awards, in fact, is extensive and from some of the most prestigious wine competitions from the northern to the southern ends of California and even in the nation. From hobby wine to award-winning and renowned, the Woods have surely come a long way. Visit the Wood Winery tasting room at 136 Bridge Street in Arroyo Grande, open Thursday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m and Friday evenings until 7 p.m. for “wine down.” For more information, call (805) 489-9663 or visit the website at www.wildwoodwine.com www.winecountrythisweek.com

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Hunt Cellars – Striving for Perfection In 1998 Hunt Cellars released its first wines – including a Zinfandel that earned a 90-point rating from Wine Enthusiast magazine. Obviously, the winemaker had talent from the beginning. Since then many of their Zins have rated 90-93 points and their 2000 Tawny Port “Oldie But Goodie” scored 93 points, one of the highest of any Tawny Port produced in California Just over ten years later, Owner/Winemaker David Hunt continues to refine his talents, and the accolades keep coming. When you walk into the Hunt Cellars tasting room in Paso Robles, you can’t help but notice an impressive collection of gold medals. “Who wants to be second place?” David Hunt once told a visitor who noticed he didn’t display any silver medals awarded to his Hunt Cellars Wines. As the years progress, the accolades, awards and recognitions continue to build with virtually every wine sold at Hunt Cellars winning multiple golds, best of class or scoring 90 points or better. Hunt Cellars was recently heralded as “the next cult winery” by members of the American Wine Society, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College and others. Not too many wineries can say that. Hunt attributes his success to a great team from the tasting room staff to the vineyard manager and production assistants. But it’s not the awards that drive David – it’s the pursuit of perfection. He’s been known to spend hours blending and reblending, working to find the ideal balance for each barrel and bottle. Quality fruit from his estate vineyards, combined with extraordinary patience enable Hunt Cellars to produce wines that consistently impress. But it doesn’t take a great winemaker when you start with a great vineyard. David’s wines are produced only from his mountain-top, hillside vineyards. The rocky terrain stresses the vines which, in turn, produces smaller berries with more intense, concentrated fruit flavors. “We’re not in a rush to produce a product,” said Hunt, “until it’s ready.” That could mean leaving wine in the barrel for up to 32 months, if that’s what he feels it needs. There may be awards deco-

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rating the tasting room, but the true reward is in the bottle. Hunt Cellars offers a hearty collection of robust reds, each with its own distinct personality, varietal character and long, velvet finish. Hunt feels the finish is the hardest part of winemaking. It’s vital for any wine as it lingers on the palate to leave you wanting more. Hunt, who is blind, said perhaps his own palate has become heightened and more sensitive, allowing him to detect and perfect any subtle inconsistencies. Hunt Cellars wines can be found in several of the country’s most prestigious restaurants such as Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Biltmore Hotels, Four Seasons Luxury Hotels and Resorts, and Ritz Carlton Hotels and Resorts. Hunt Cellars tasting room is located along Highway 46 West in Paso Robles. The rolling hills and oak-studded grounds make an ideal setting for exploring the Hunt Cellars collection. Inside the tasting room, a white grand piano greets guests, reminding them of David’s musical background. A long handcrafted tasting table, built by David and his sons, invites guests to stay and visit. It also serves as the center of warm evenings with the winemaker during winemaker dinners, where guests are often treated to a concert by David. Hunt Cellars’ tasting room is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. throughout the winter and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the summer. The tasting room is located three miles west of Highway 101 along Highway 46 West at Oakdale Road. The winery is currently accepting dinner reservations for Friday and Saturday night during the Zinfandel Festival in March. For more information, call (805) 237-1600 or visit www.huntcellars.com.

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Wineries of Highway 46 East Celebrate Esprit du Vin Come gather for an amazing weekend celebrating the collective spirit and enthusiasm of the Wineries of Highway 46 East in Paso Robles. The 7th annual Esprit du Vin event weekend is scheduled for January 16-19, 2009. This exciting weekend consists of special events at each participating winery Friday through Monday, a grand event in the Eberle wine caves with all ten wineries Saturday evening, and a complementary “Wineries of Highway 46 East” tasting passport to be used all weekend long. Completed passports will be entered into a special drawing for fantastic prizes including a Paso Robles Wine Country Tour with Grapeline Tours and other incredible prizes. Drawing to be held at the end of January. Saturday night, January 17, 2009 – Celebrate Esprit du Vin, the “Spirit of Wine” in the Eberle Wine Caves from 5 to 7 p.m. Ten wineries will gather in the caves at Eberle Winery for an exciting night of Wine, Cheese and Appetizers. Wines will be expertly paired with different gourmet cheeses. Stroll around and savor each pairing! Gourmet olives, olive oils, breads and bites will also be served. Tickets are $20 per person plus tax. For reservations and information, log onto www.pasorobleswinerieseast.com or contact Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006 or order online at www.brownpapertickets.com. You can also purchase tickets online

on the Eberle Winery website, www.eberlewinery.com, or call Sheri at Eberle Winery, (805) 238-9607. 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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Winemaker Profile: Eberle Winery

BEN MAYO by Charles Neave

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aso Robles is an area of great charm and beauty, two things it has been known for, for well over a century. In the last decade or two the world is starting to take notice that it also an area where some great and honest wines are being made. Located midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles it is just 25 miles from the Pacific Ocean, and that factor, combined with the topography and the soil and the elevation makes for one interesting place to grow grapes and make wines. At Eberle Winery they have been doing just that since Gary Eberle (Eberle means “small boar” in German) founded the winery that bears his name in 1983. Three years before that he was a co-founder of the Paso Robles Appellation. In 1994 he decided that going underground was a good idea, so 16,000 square feet of caves were built, to assure optimum temperature and humidity, two things which they do naturally. Today his winery produces about 25,00030,000 cases of wine annually, much of it from the surrounding estate vineyards. And now, after all those years in the business of producing wine, Eberle remains one of the top award winners in the country. The wines produced include a Cabernet

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Sauvignon, Barbera and the Côtes-du-Rôbles – think about the name for a second – a blend of Mourvedre, Syrah, Grenache. Then there are Syrah and Shiraz, Chardonnay and Viognier, a Port and even a Muscat Canelli. And that is not even the whole list. Ben Mayo is now the winemaker at Eberle Winery – he took over the reins for the 2003 vintage, and he seems not just comfortable at the winery, but very, very happy with the region as well. “There is an openness that you don’t have in a lot of places. We’re still a rural environment and I don’t think that will change,” he said recently. “This is what Napa Valley used to be like forty or fifty years ago is what people tell me.” As to his philosophy of making wine? “For our wines it is a consistent work in progress where I learn more and more eachyear. I come from an art environment and making wine it is an organic process, just like painting. You never really know when a painting is finished.” Then Ben laughs and says, “I tell people it is like juggling Jell-O. As to his personal favorites? “I think a couple of varietals stand out in our region. The Cabernet Sauvignon being made here – including our own – is exceptional. The Rhone varietals also really suit this region, and my www.winecountrythisweek.com

personal favorite is the Barbera. I see the Barbera varietal as making a female – a feminine – wine. By that I mean one with a delicate structure and sensitive to production manipulation. In fact it is like Pinot Noir in that way, even though we don’t happen to make a Pinot.” When asked about what else he enjoys about this alchemy of turning grapes into fine wine, his answer is simple. “I get excited about seeing what comes in at harvest; I get excited when I see what comes in off the fields each year.” If you want to try these wines for yourself, head to the town of Paso Robles and Eberle Winery. The grounds are charming, looking out over the vineyards, gourmet picnic lunches and private tours and tastings can be arranged, as can a look at the caves (tours daily). And along with it all comes the hospitality for which Paso Robles is justly known. The Eberle Winery tasting room is located 3810 East Highway 46 in Paso Robles It is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.. (During the summer, the hours are extended from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) For more information on visiting the winery, or the special events they offer, give them a call at (805) 238-9607. Or if you would like, go on their website at www.eberlewinery.com.

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PREFERRED RESTAURANTS MAMA’S MEATBALL One pretty reliable way to find out just how good the food at a local restaurant is, is to ask somebody in the restaurant business. Ask a bartender, a waiter, anyone in fact, what they think of Mama’s meatballs in San Luis Obispo and their lips begin to quiver, their eyes roll towards the heavens, they sigh; that is how good Mama’s Meatball is. Set in a small courtyard off of one of the town’s main streets, in a place called the Old Creamery, Mama’s Meatball is actually divided in two. On the right is the take-out where people line up to get their orders of meatballs and more. To the left, fronted by a huge-trunked tree and a water fountain, is the intimate restaurant with it’s mural of the Mediterranean across the back. Meatballs aside, the restaurant, under owner and chef Nicola Allegretta, offers a wide range of authentic Italian dishes, many of them now available in smaller sizes as well, a bow to the economy and his customer’s wishes. Among them are half a dozen soups, a long list of salads (including grilled salmon and

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a refreshing pear and gorgonzola), some wonderful antipasto choices, both hot and cold paninis (including, of course, one made with meatballs), more pasta dishes than there is space here to share (though the Ravioli di Pollo all Vodka – homemade ravioli filled with chicken and served in a vodka sauce – cannot go unmentioned). There is also a heady selection of meat and fish dishes as well as any number of traditional and specialty pizzas (now available in two sizes) and some far too-tempting desserts. Mama’s Meatball is open from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day except Sunday. They are located in the Old Creamery plaza at 570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo. They are also known for their very popular catering services, which work with groups (including weddings) of every type and size. Their telephone number is (805) 544-0861 and they are on the Internet at www.MamasMeatball.com. Watch for their new location opening the first week in April at 325 Pier Avenue, in Oceano; (805) 473-2383.

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HOPPE’S GARDEN BISTRO & WINE SHOP The most highly acclaimed restaurant and Wine Shop on the Central Coast. Recognized for Chef Wilhelm Hoppe’s seasonally inspired menu, handselected 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

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

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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

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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Reservations Now Available for Paso Robles Rhone Rangers Experience, February 15 Reservations are now available to join the 30+ members of the Rhone Rangers’ Paso Robles Chapter for a day in Paso Robles Wine Country, Sunday, February 15 at Robert Hall Winery. Join some of America’s leading producers of Rhone varietals as they explore what makes Paso Robles so ideal for this extended grape family. “This is an opportunity for enthusiasts to interact directly with the winemakers to learn more about Rhone wines,” said Jason Haas of Tablas Creek Winery. “We will be discussing the various Rhone varietals being produced in Paso Robles, what makes this area ideally suited to these wines, and where we, as winemakers, are going next.”

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The fun and information-rich day will include a “Rhone Essentials” Seminar, Vintners’ Lunch and Walk-around Tasting of more than 150 Rhone wines produced in Paso Robles. The “Rhone Essentials” Seminar offers the opportunity to taste examples of the most important single-varietal Rhone wines, including Viognier, Roussanne, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre, as well as an exploration of Rhone blends. At each stage, participants will hear from the winemakers and principals who have chosen the Rhone Ranger route and helped give Paso Robles its new identity as the “Rhone Zone.” The seminar panel will be moderated, recorded and podcasted by Host Brian Clark of Grape Radio (www.graperadio.com). Directly following, seminar participants can join the Rhone Rangers principals and winemakers at an informal Vintners’ Lunch prepared by Executive Chef Jeffrey Scott. Producers will freely pass their Rhone wines around the tables, offering an extended opportunity to interact and explore the range of Rhones produced in Paso Robles. At the Walk-around Tasting, guests can taste Rhone wines from more than 30 Paso Robles Rhone Ranger wineries, including top single Rhone varietals and the best in Rhone blends. For a complete list of participating wineries, visit the website at www.rhonerangers.org/about/pasorobles.php. The day’s events will take place at Robert Hall Winery, just east of Paso Robles on Highway 46. Participation in the seminar and

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lunch will be limited to the first 100 RSVPs. The Walk-around Tasting can accommodate up to 250 attendees. You can reserve space or ask questions by email (pasorobles@ rhonerangers.org) or by calling Robert Hall Winery at (805) 239-1616 x24. Tickets for the seminar and lunch are just $75, and participants receive free entry into the Walk-around Tasting. Enthusiasts who wish to attend just the Walk-around Tasting can do so for $25. Organizers expect both events to sell out, so early reservations are strongly encouraged.

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PREMIER ACCOMMODATIONS Santa Ynez Inn: Santa Barbara County’s Premier Wine Country Destination by Mark Storer When the Santa Ynez Inn opened its doors in October of 2001, it was with the purpose of providing a luxurious Victorian Inn experience right in the heart of Santa Barbara County’s Wine Country. That mission has been accomplished and with the recent addition of six new rooms, the Inn is making its mark in the quiet rolling hills of Santa Ynez. “Our rooms are between 500 and 750 square feet each,” says General Manager Rick Segovia. “All of them have antique furnishings and they’re all unique.” That might be a bit of an understatement. Consider the heated tile floors for the steam showers, the fireplaces and balcony or patio in each room or the Whirlpool tubs with separate showers. The Santa Ynez Inn is all about luxuriating in

the quiet of the Santa Ynez Valley. Located right off of Highway 246, near Solvang and Los Olivos, the Inn’s gardens and the Victorian-era building itself are an inviting oasis here where customer service is key. “We feature getaway golf packages and romance packages,” says Segovia, “but we also offer mid-week package specials.” With plenty of space for banquets and weddings, the Inn has become a destination spot as well. Segovia and his staff provide a full on-site catering kitchen and the Inn’s chef will create the menu and do the cooking. The lawn and gardens provide a spacious, beautiful and secluded setting for special events and the staff can even assist with decorations, flowers and other needs. The Inn also provides connections, reservations and suggestions for the many activi-

ties available in the area. From glider rides above the vineyards to horseback riding right through them and from bird-watching to world-class golf, the staff of the Inn will see to it that you’re given the chance to do more than taste wine, though they can arrange that, too. A complete spa featuring massages, a fitness center and even aromatherapy sessions completes what is the ultimate Wine Country getaway in Santa Barbara County.

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WILD HORSE WINERY by Mark Storer

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ith success like Wild Horse Winery has had, one might be surprised to learn that the only estate wines they produce are from little known varietals like Blaufrankisch and Verdelho. These grapes are not the powerhouse Syrah or Pinot Noir so well known on the Central Coast. But, that’s not entirely surprising since Wild Horse has always been a winery that likes its maverick status. Having just finished celebrating 25 years of winemaking, Wild Horse enters its 26th year with a few new names, the same serious Central Coast quality and increased production. “We’re at 220,000 cases a year currently,” says tasting room manager Leslie Churchill, who came to Wild Horse six months ago from the Napa Valley. “We’ve just released our new Syrah and we have four different Pinot Noirs in the market currently.” Owned by Constellation Brands, Wild

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Horse has retained its focus on local growing, including an active “Employee’s Garden” featuring many varieties of heirloom tomatoes, fig trees, herb garden and other such delights. “We source our grapes entirely from the Central Coast,” says Churchill who transferred to Wild Horse from the Franciscan Winery also owned by Constellation. “We want to maintain that focus and so our wines come from the Santa Maria Valley as well as places like Bien Nacido vineyard and even the Lime Kiln region in San Benito County.” Wild Horse’s tasting room pays homage to its namesake keeping a southwestern theme with a rugged look, a wooden bar and, of course, a friendly staff of wine pourers to help customers. “It’s still a pretty small room considering the size of the winery,” says Churchill. “But we can get to everyone that way. It’s cozy,” she says. Churchill isn’t the only new face at Wild Horse. Just last summer, Clay Brock, formerly of Zaca Mesa among many others, including Edna Valley, came to Wild Horse to become www.winecountrythisweek.com

Director of Winemaking. It was veteran Central Coast winemaker Ken Volk who started Wild Horse in the ’80s and grew it to nearly the size it is today. Brock’s vision seems to differ little, too. A passion for great wines sourced from the finest vineyards on the Central Coast drives Wild Horse’s vintage releases. In addition, winemaker Chrissy Whitman has joined the herd at Wild Horse along with Brock to keep the horses running, as it were. Wild Horse’s own words do more than create an image, actually. They tell the story of this fabled Central Coast winery that continues to be at the forefront of quality wines made with serious attention to detail. What are those words? “Unbridled Passion.” Wild Horse Winery is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Exit Vineyard Road off of Highway 101 in Templeton, go east and turn right on Templeton Road. For more information, call (805) 434-2541 ext. 10 or visit the website at www.wildhorsewinery.com.

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Central Coast Folk Festival The Boutique Hotel Collection’s first annual Central Coast Folk Festival, celebrating the American heritage of music and food, will strum into the San Luis Obispo area January 15-18. The festival will take place at the collection’s five San Luis Obispo County properties. Participating Boutique Hotel Collection properties include the Sea Venture Resort and The Cliffs Resort in Pismo Beach, Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort and the Apple Farm in San Luis Obispo, and the Inn at Morro Bay in Morro Bay. Dishing up live acoustic guitar music including traditional folk, bluesy-sounds, bluegrass and even gospel, the festival will feature well-known musicians from throughout the region performing in intimate settings. A variety of events will take the stage throughout the five days, including concerts, folk storytelling, a western country swing and line dancing event and even a sing-along. Each of the Boutique Hotel Collection properties will also showcase live folk music at their respective restaurants during the dinner hour, along with a prix-fixe menu representing each chef’s interpretation of “California Heritage Cuisine.” For more information about the festival, contact Casey Moss at The Cliffs Resort; (805) 773-5000, or email [email protected]. Information is also available at www.CCFolk.com. Sponsors include New Times and KVEC Talk Radio 920 AM. www.winecountrythisweek.com

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY 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 # # ONGOING THROUGH JANUARY Art Exhibit at Castoro Cellars Featuring Jennifer Hubbard 10am-5:30pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com

# # JANUARY 17 CAYUCOS AND MORRO BAY "Fast Eddie" Erickson with The ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH George Young Quartet at D’Anbino Cellars Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves A one-of-a-kind jazz banjo player and comedian Art, crafts, children’s activities, music & more appears with one of the greatest sax players of all 10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach time and his quartet. www.danbino.com www.pismochamber.com 7:30pm, 805-227-6800, D'Anbino Cellars ONGOING JANUARY 17 Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists Grand Opening Soiree at Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists 7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay Harmony Cellars Winery www.morrobayartassociation.org 5:30-7:30pm, $10pp, 805-927-1625, Paso Robles www.HarmonyCellars.com ONGOING

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

JANUARY 17 Technical Tasting Workshop at Summerwood Winery Clearly identify acidity, tannins and more 11am-2pm, $55, 805-227-1365, Paso Robles www.summerwoodwinery.com

ONGOING THROUGH JANUARY 30 Art Exhibit at Ortman Family Vineyards Featuring Julie Dunn 12-5pm Mon-Thurs, 12-7 Sat-Sun, 805-237-9009 www.ortmanvineyards.com

JANUARY 17-19 Barrel Weekend at Maloy O'Neill Vineyards New releases & barrel tastings 10am-5pm, 805-238-7320, Paso Robles www.maloyoneill.com

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

JANUARY 23 Meridian Vineyards, Girls Night Out Private shopping, discounts & wine tasting 805-226-7133, $25, Paso Robles

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 FRIDAYS 15 Degrees C Wines Beer Tastings Featured beer every Friday night 6pm, $10, 805-434-1554, Templeton 15degreesCwines.com JANUARY 9 Chumeia Vineyards Souper Wine Friday Soup and wine pairings 12-5pm, 805-226-0102, Paso Robles

JANUARY 24 Wine & Art After Dark Glass art and coastal photography 5:30pm, 805-927-1625, Paso Robles www.HarmonyCellars.com # # FEBRUARY 13-16 Far Out Wineries Passport Weekend Complimentary wine tasting at each winery, special barrel tasting, winery tours, new releases, food pairings and much more. 805-238-0138, Paso Robles www.faroutwineries.com FEBRUARY 14 Inga Swearingen with the Darrell Voss Trio 7:30pm, 805-227-6800, D'Anbino Cellars www.danbino.com # # FEBRUARY 14 Eberle Winery Black Tie Valentine’s in the Caves Featuring Chef Charles Paladin-Wayne. Bring your sweetheart for a romantic dinner in the caves! 805-238-9607, $150/$120/Cellar Club [email protected], www.EberleWinery.com

# # JANUARY 16-19 Celebrate Esprit du Vin, the “Spirit of Wine” Wineries of Highway 46 East FEBRUARY 14 This exciting weekend consists of special events at Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance each participating winery Friday-Monday, a grand at Falcon Nest Winery event in the Eberle wine caves with all ten 7pm, Paso Robles, wineries. 800-838-3006, 805-238-9607 For details, visit www.falconnestwinery.com Paso Robles, www.eberlewinery.com Limited seating. RSVP required 805-226-0227 [email protected]. JANUARY 16-18 Meridian Esprit du Vin Weekend # # FEBRUARY 15 Barrel samples of limited releases, Paso Robles Paso Robles Rhone Ranger Experience 805-226-7133, www.pasorobleswinerieseast.com at Robert Hall Winery # # JANUARY 17 Educational Rhone wine seminar, luncheon and Indoor Concert at walk-around tasting. Castoro Cellars – Alex de Grassis 11am-3:30pm, $75, 805-239-1616, Paso Robles 7:30pm, $20, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.roberthallwinery.com www.castorocellars.com CAMBRIA JANUARY 17 JANUARY 23-25 Cinema e Vino Paradiso at Annual Art & Wine Festival Meridian Vineyards Three days of shopping, wine tasting, food pairing Private wine tasting, Tuscan style dinner & the and local artists demonstrating their work. classic film CHICAGO 805-927-3624, Cambria 7:30pm, $65/pp, 805-226-7133 www.meridianvineyards.com www.seecambria.com/artwine

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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

Adventures with Nature Various hikes at various times including; Fast Hike to ONGOING Automobilia Museum Coon Creek, White’s Point Vistas, Black Hill Trail, Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon. 805-772-2694 Specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes along with www.ccnha.org, Morro Bay State Park Museum many other antiques relating to transportation. 10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis Obispo ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Art galleries’ open house receptions Art Gallery Events “Art After Dark” 5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay Various art galleries stay open late & host ONGOING SATURDAYS artist receptions with wine & cheese. Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay 5-9pm, 805-544-9251, San Luis Obispo Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians www.sloartcouncil.org 3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay ONGOING FRIDAYS JANUARY 19-21 Wine Tasting at The Loading Dock Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival Live music, wine and food Major winter birding festival, famous throughout 7-10pm, $5, 805-934-3471, San Luis Obispo the U.S. 805-772-4467, Morro Bay www.morro-bay.ca.us ONGOING SAN LUIS OBISPO A Murder Mystery Dinner Enjoy a parody of The Pirates of the Caribbean ONGOING TUESDAYS with a delicious dinner, wine and laughter. 2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste Weekly drink specials, 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE 5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com ONGOING WEDNESDAYS JANUARY 2-31 Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste San Luis Obispo Restaurant Month Tastings with the winemaker, 10am-9pm About 40 participating restaurants pair your meal 805-269-TASTE, San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com with award-winning local wines ONGOING Visit www.sanluisobispocounty.com for details. Hearst Castle Tours JANUARY 20 Enjoy Hearst Castle in all its glory. Central Coast Inaugural Ball 800-444-4445, San Luis Obispo Dancing, food, beverages & more! Visits www.hearstcastle.org for details. 5:30pm, $10, 805-541-3236, San Luis Obispo ONGOING Visit www.slograssrootsdemocracy.org for details Christopher Cohan Center Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo 805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org • Jan 9: Faculty Piano Recital • Jan 15: National Acrobats of China • Jan 19-20: Annie • Jan 23: San Francisco Symphony • Jan 24: Cal Poly Early Music Ensemble • Jan 25: The Best of Doo Wop • Jan 30-31: Impact, Orchesis Dance Company 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

JANUARY 28 Per Bacco Equestrian Center Benefit Delicious appetizers and Per Bacco wines along with classical guitarist Jeff Bright 6pm, $25, 805-787-0485, San Luis Obispo JANUARY 30-31 Festival Mozaic Winter Mezzo Series 6pm, $80, $22, 805-781-3009, San luis Obispo United Methodist Church FEBRUARY 7 "Night at the Mission" Chamber Ensemble Concert 8pm, 805-756-2787, Mission San Luis Obispo www.music.calpoly.edu/calendar

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WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK CALENDAR OF EVENTS AVILA BEACH ONGOING SUNDAYS Art on the Beach at Avila Beach Artists paint & present their work 10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier ONGOING FRIDAYS Frist Friday at Morovino Delicious food and wine pairings 4-6pm, $12, 805-627-1443, Avila Beach ARROYO GRANDE ONGOING Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077 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 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 • Jan 17: Rhonda Vincent • Jan 22: The Peking Acrobats # # ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Down at Wood Winery Reserve wines & gourmet cheese, 4-7pm 805-489-9663, www.wildwoodwine.com [email protected], Arroyo Grande

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Evening with the Winemaker 5-6pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafé.com • January 7: Cottonwood Canyon Winery • January 21: Whitcraft Winery • February 4: Zaca Mesa Winery ONGOING THURSDAYS Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Café Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres 5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos Visit www.losolivoscafe.com for details. 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 SANTA YNEZ ONGOING MONDAYS Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts Santa Barbara Darts Association 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, Santa Ynez 805-688-7889, www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org

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 & photography 805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org ONGOING THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH Learn Scandinavian Folk Dancing 7-10pm, 805-688-6144, Solvang www.solvangusa.com JANUARY 9 Solvang Annual Christmas Tree Burn Supervised bon fire, 6pm, Solvang 805-686-8184, www.syvva.com 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 ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting with the Winemakers 4-7pm, 805-691-1020, East Beach Wines Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwine.com

SECOND THURSDAY Wine Impressions at Artiste Join fellow wine lovers for a blind tasting, sensory evaluation & discussion by region. 7-9pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.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 SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum 1-4:30pm, 805-714-4927, www.smvrhm.org/museum

ONGOING Chumash Casino Concerts 800-585-3737, www.chumashcasino.com • Jan 8: Jose Feliciano • Jan 15: Howie Mandel • Jan 22: America • Feb 5: Charo

ONGOING Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater Guided tours upon request, Santa Barbara 805-996-4946, www.loberotheater.com

# # ONGOING Friday Night Wine Down at Costa de Oro Great way to end your week or start your weekend! 4:30pm, 805-922-1468, Santa Maria www.costadeorowinery.com

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

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 THROUGH FEBRUARY 13 The Essential Worker - A Photography Exhibit 8am-5pm, 805-965-9040 The Betteravia Gallery, Santa Maria JANUARY 21 Western Wine Showdown Dinner Showdown of Rhone vs. Burgundian varietals with winemakers from Zaca Mesa Winery and Riverbench Vineyards. 6-9pm Far Western Tavern, Guadalupe 805-937-8340, $100, $90 club members JANUARY 24-25 Food and Wine Pairing at Cottonwood Canyon Winery Live music will be performed by Michelle Lewis. 12-4pm, $15, 805-937-8463, Santa Maria www.cottonwoodcanyon.com 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 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 11am-5pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com LOMPOC ONGOING SATURDAYS Olde Towne Market in Lompoc Great food, wine & music, Lompoc 805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com SOLVANG ONGOING Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful views 10am–3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Solvang Farmers’ Market Fresh produce, flowers and foods 2:30-6pm, 805-962-5354, www.solvangca.com

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 Winemaker Dinners at Wine Cask Delicious gourmet dinners paired with local wines 6:30pm, 805-996-9463, www.winecask.com 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 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 TUESDAYS THROUGH SATURDAYS Art Workshops for Children at Art from Scrap Fun workshops where kids reuse all sorts of materials to make works of art! 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 ONGOING Santa Barbara Museum of Art 805-963-4364, www.sbma.net • Ongoing through Feb 28: Picasso on Paper 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 THURSDAYS An Evening of Visual & Performing Arts Downtown galleries keep their doors open late allowing the public to enjoy local art 5pm-8pm, 805-962-2098, Santa Barbara ONGOING University of California Santa Barbara Various speakers, 805-893-7221. Check www.artsandlectures.sa.ucsb.edu for details VENTURA COUNTY ONGOING Museum of Ventura County Photographs, publications, documents and exhibits depicting Ventura County's history 10am-5pm, 805-653-0323, Ventura www.venturamuseum.org ONGOING Tidepool Talk Show and tell about fascinating animals and plants at the exhibit. National Park Visitor Center 805-658-5730, Ventura Harbor Check website for details www.nps.gov ONGOING Ventura County Maritime Museum Art, ship models, and maritime exhibits 11am-5pm, 805-984-6260, Oxnard

ONGOING Lectures & Readings at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 805-962-8404, Santa Barbara, www.sbmm.org

ONGOING THROUGH JANUARY 27 Cheese and Jazz Nights at The SideCar Restaurant Featuring various local artists and bands 6pm, 805-653-7433, Ventura

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

ONGING THROUGH MARCH 30 Santa Barbara Fisherman's Market Buy fresh fish, crab or lobster right off the decks of the fishing boats! 7:30am-11:30am, 805-965-8112 Santa Barbara Breakwater

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Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival Offers New Event Components Tickets are on Sale for the 17th Annual Festival, March 20-22 Paso Robles Wine Country seems to be in the news quite a bit these days. With mentions in national publications like Bon Appetit, Everyday with Rachel Ray, Outside’s Go Magazine and the New York Times, it’s no wonder that Paso Robles Wine Country is on the tip of everyone’s collective conversational palate. Although its only now being discovered by many, Paso Robles’s Wine Country history dates back to the early 1900s when Zinfandel was establishing its place as California’s heritage variety. In 1992 the Paso Robles wine region began a small celebration in recognition of Zinfandel. These wines from Paso Robles were quickly becoming popular as the area was perceived as a prime growing region. Fast forward seventeen years into 2009 and the area is set to celebrate the 17th Annual Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival and Wine Country Auction. Over the years this event has

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grown and morphed in many ways to become the gem that it is today providing visitors a fantastic way to discover Paso Robles Wine Country and raising funds to benefit the vineyard worker community. Zin Fest, as it’s affectionately called, will take place on March 20-22. The event weekend begins with a new component on Friday afternoon called – RESERVE. This enticing pre-party takes place from 4 to 6 p.m. and is an exploration into the exceptional qualities of Zinfandel by providing event goers a taste of Reserve and Barrel Sample Zinfandel and Zinfandel blend wines. Saturday, March 21, the festivities continue with the Wine Country Auction followed by the marquee Zinfandel Festival Grand Tasting. The Wine Country Auction is an opportunity for festival goers to bid on unique auction lots that are not available through regular retail channels. The area’s growers, winemakers and hospitality businesses come together to create packages that are unique to the Wine Country Auction. Proceeds raised at the Wine Country Auction are gifted back to the community in support of causes benefiting health, education and community services for the vineyard worker population. The Wine Country Auction begins at 4:30 p.m. and concludes just in time for the main event – The Grand Tasting – at 7 p.m. The Zinfandel Festival Grand Tasting brings together more than 40 Paso Robles producers in a walk-around tasting event where attendees sample more than 100 Zinfandel and Zinfandel blend wines. This popular element of the festival suggests having some new surprises for 2009 along with the guarantee of great wines and bites of the area’s exceptional cuisine. The three elements of the Zinfandel Festival weekend take place at the Paso Robles event center, but the festivities do not end there. Look for more than 130 wineries to hold their own individual events throughout the weekend, including Sunday when they open their doors for many all day celebrations. You can find out more information on Paso Robles Wine Country and the 17th Annual Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival and Wine Country Auction by visiting www.pasowine.com or calling 1-800-549-WINE (9463).

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

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With its spectacular sculpture gardens featuring larger-than-life bronze and granite works that include a prancing horse and a prowling feline, the Sculpterra Winery Tasting Room quickly grabbed attention in the Paso Robles wine region. “We wanted to bring something new to the area by combining outdoor art and the vineyard,” said Paul Frankel, the assistant winemaker and son of owner Dr. Warren Frankel. Although the winery is only a year old, the Frankel family has owned the gorgeous 90-acre ranch in the Linne Valley east of Paso Robles for nearly 30 years. A pistachio orchard was planted before the vineyards, and bowls of the estate-grown nuts are on the tasting room’s attractive stained concrete bar. The warmly-decorated tasting room, featuring a number of miniature sculptures that are each for sale, was once a welding shop itself. African mahogany double doors provide access to the barrel room, while there is plenty of wood and stone throughout the room. Large windows provide glimpses of an outdoor picnic area, which includes a 10-ton granite sculpture of a stalking cat. While the sculpture gardens are worthy of a visit by themselves, Sculpterra’s wines are also turning heads. Cabernet Sauvignon is its flagship varietal, said the younger Frankel, with both the 2005 and 2006 vintages capturing gold medals. Besides the Cabernet Sauvignon, the estate vineyards include plantings of Zinfandel, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Mouvedre, Petite Sirah and Viognier. Winemaker Shannon O’Neill has also crafted a pair of awardwinning red blends, “Statuesque” and “Maquette,” a French word which translated means “little statue.” The Sculpterra Winery and Sculpture Garden is at 5125 Linne Road just east of Paso Robles. The tasting room is open Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day and Easter. More information is available by calling 1-888-302-8881, or visit the winery’s website at www.sculpterra.com.

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San Luis Obispo County Restaurant Month Set for January

of Pismo; San Luis Obispo – Apple Farm Restaurant at the Apple Farm Inn, Big Sky, Café Roma, Corner View Restaurant & Bar, Mama’s Meatball, Novo Restaurant & Lounge, Palazzo Giuseppe, The Park Restaurant, Splash Café, Artisan Bakery and Upper Crust Trattoria; Shell

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Beach – Lido Restaurant at the Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa and Marisol at The Cliffs and Spyglass Inn Restaurant; and Templeton – McPhee’s Grill. Restaurant information and sample menus are available at www.SanLuisObispoCounty.com. Simply click on “Restaurant Month – January 2009” under “Restaurants” in the left hand navigation bar. Reservations are recommended and some restrictions apply. To plan a culinary escape to San Luis Obispo County, call the San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau at 1-800-634-1414 or visit www.SanLuisObispoCounty.com.

HIGHLIGHTED PARTICIPANTS: • Robin’s Restaurant, Cambria • Hoppe’s Garden Bistro & Wine Shop, Cayucos • Mama’s Meatball, San Luis Obispo • Novo Restaurant & Lounge, San Luis Obispo

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Dinner and a Move-In – Roemer Way Offers Storage Options

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for participating restaurant provided at time of referred customer’s move-in). Roemer Way Self-Storage is located at 330 Roemer Way in Santa Maria, off the Broadway exit. Deliveries and 24-hour access are available for an additional service fee; gate access available seven days a week. Roemer Way’s storage professionals are available for consultations 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Find out more by calling (805) 347-9111 or by visiting www.roemerway-selfstorage.com.

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Great books are like great wine: they both need proper storage to be enjoyed for years to come. Roemer Way Self-Storage in Santa Maria offers safe storage options for both – and more – with a wide range of available sizes, temperature-controlled units and an accommodating staff of storage professionals. “Storage is more than just a place to put your stuff – you need a facility that is going to protect your valuables, especially from the elements,” explains Laurie Bickham, Manager at Roemer Way SelfStorage. Roemer Way Self-Storage offers clean, safe and accessible storage for northern Santa Barbara and southern San Luis Obispo counties. Conveniently located a few short minutes from the 101, Roemer Way Self-Storage offers an ideal solution for travelers, wineries and local wine enthusiasts. Travelers can purchase larger quantities of wine to take advantage of case discounts, without having to worry about how to transport it. They can return home with a sampling of favorites to hold them between visits – then return for more when it’s time for a quick getaway. For wineries, Roemer Way offers a convenient, affordable alternative to onsite storage, including temperature-controlled units. Whether the winery is expanding production, needs a place to stash seasonal tasting room stock, or simply needs to get a few cases out of the way between club shipments, Roemer Way’s staff can tailor a solution for your operation. Roemer Way Self-Storage gives local wine enthusiasts from Santa Ynez, to Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo an option for protecting their collections. New clients receive a famous Roemer Way Self-Storage Bag as a gift with reservation. And, for a limited time, new clients are eligible for a free dinner at a local restaurant when they refer a new move-in customer, other than themselves, through the month of February 2009 (gift certificate

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Highlights of the Solvang Winterfest Celebration The “Danish Capital of America” will transform into a European-style Christmas village through January 9 during Solvang’s annual Winterfest Celebration. This year’s theme is “Village of Lights” and streets will twinkle with thousands of sparkling illuminations. All events are free and the public is welcome. More than 150 boutiques and specialty shops present everything from clogs to Danish porcelain to handmade lace, leather, iron art, clothing, elegant antiques and collectibles, beautiful imported objects, vibrant arts and crafts, and colorful home furnishings. Five unique toy stores offer playful options for stocking stuffers and kids of all ages. The incredible variety makes Solvang a perfect destination to shop for unique holiday gifts while creating a holiday season tradition. More than a dozen wine tasting rooms provide seasonal cheer. Carolers emerge around street corners and musicians enhance the authentic scene. Winterfest emerges with the Tree-Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 5, starting at 5 p.m. Enjoy musical entertainment, refreshments and caroling followed by the arrival of Old Saint Nick.

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On Saturday, December 6, the annual Winterfest Parade begins at 11 a.m. A world premiere presentation of a traditional Santa Lucia Pageant in verse and dance will be performed by PCPA (Pacific Conservatory of Performing Arts) college students in Solvang Park on Friday, December 12, at 6 p.m. The “Christmas Story” comes to life on Saturday, December 13, in the Nativity Pageant at the outdoor Solvang Festival Theater (420 Second Street). Enjoy a choir, actors in traditional costumes, and live animals on stage. There are two free performances at 5 and 7 p.m. New this season, the Winter Solstice Party will feature candle lighting, carolers and singing to mark the shortest day of the year. Held in Solvang Park, Friday, December 19 starting at 6 p.m., all are welcome to join this festive, free celebration. For more detailed information and a 2008 Winterfest Program, visit www.SolvangUSA.com or call the Solvang Conference and Visitors Bureau at 1-800-468-6765 or (805) 688-6144.

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Not to Scale

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK SANTA BARBARA COUNTY

Silver Wines are Pure Gold By Mark Storer

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enjamin Silver’s wines are a bit of a revelation. In a fastpaced, enjoy-now, don’twait society, Silver’s wines are made for the long haul and he likes it that way. “I like age on my wines,” says Silver. “I try to put some age on them and it’s neat to see them get better and better.” Getting better is what Silver’s wines have been doing since he began making them. With a still small 1800-case annual production, Silver focuses on quality, hand-crafted, vineyard-select wines. “I’m working with a lot of new fruit sources now and it’s working out pretty well,” Silver says. Sourcing Pinot Noir from Kevin Merrills’s Premiere Vineyard and Grenache Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon from Fess Parker’s Camp 4 among others, Silver is convinced that his fruit sources are better than ever. Among one of his greatest triumphs of late, though, is getting his wines into his home state of Massachusetts. Born and

raised in the Bay State and originally harboring a desire to be a veterinarian, Silver got the wine bug early and headed west to California. “I sent some of our ’04 Pinot Noir and Mourvedre-Syrah blend to my brother in Rhode Island and he took them to a restaurant up in Boston called L’espalier. They tried them and contacted their distributor who contacted me and I’ve got a presence there, now,” says Silver. “That was a lot of fun.” The distributor in Massachusetts was so impressed with Silver’s wine that he pre-sold a lot of the wine before he ordered it. This year’s harvest was a bit smaller than most, but Silver says there are bright spots. “The Sangiovese I got from Tepesque Vineyard in northern Santa Barbara County is really something,” says Silver. “It’s a very high quality vintage. “Benjamin’s wines always sell out when I have them,” says Don O’Neill owner of Wine Country wine shop in Los Olivos. “He’s a fine winemaker and he’s good at

what he does,” he added. Silver has known O’Neill since 1994 when the two worked at Zaca Mesa together. “I try to make some of my library wines available to him,” says Silver. “He really does move wine over there when they get a lot of people in.” Recently moving all of his production to Santa Barbara in a smaller and independent facility, Silver has put a lot of effort into getting his wines more widely known. Silver Wines are even available in Japan, both British Columbia and Alberta as well as California, and parts of the East Coast. Matt Kramer wrote of Silver in 2003, “…Ben Silver is going to be heard about, just you watch.” That time has evidently come and

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Amgen – Considered America’s Most Important Cycling Event

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Amgen discovers, develops, manufactures and delivers innovative human therapeutics. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen was one of the first companies to realize the new science’s promise by bringing safe and effective medicines from lab, to manufacturing plant, to patient. Amgen therapeutics have changed the practice of medicine, helping millions of people around the world in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses. With a broad and deep pipeline of potential new medicines, Amgen remains committed to advancing science to dramatically improve people’s lives. To learn more about Amgen’s pioneering science and vital medicines, visit www.amgen.com. To learn more about Amgen’s Breakaway from Cancer initiative, visit breakawayfromcancer.com.

Local organizers of the Amgen Tour of California professional cycling race are proud to announce that they have launched a new website specifically for those looking for information about the race coming to Paso Robles. “We have received an overwhelming number of requests for information about the Amgen Tour of California. It is clear that Paso Robles residents are excited about the race stopping here, so we have put together this website to provide current information. We have included information about the route, volunteer and sponsorship opportunities, and hospitality information for visitors coming in from out of town to watch the race in Paso Robles,” said Chief of Police Lisa Solomon, Chairperson of Local Organizing Committee (LOC). “The website will be the best place to find updates about the Amgen Tour of California as information becomes available. And as the race gets closer, we will list the best places to watch the race come through Paso Robles and any local advisories. There is also the option to sign up for email updates to receive any local news pertaining to the race.” “The Paso Robles Amgen Tour of California website is a great way for us to thank our sponsors for their generous support of this event. The Amgen Tour of California is the only existing event of this magnitude in the United States and will be invaluable in promoting Paso Robles as a tourist destination to a worldwide audience,” states Cathy David with the City of Paso Robles Tourism Department and Sponsorship Director of the LOC. “Our local sponsors are to be commended for recognizing this amazing opportunity. Through their sponsorship, the Amgen Tour of California has become a reality for the City of Paso Robles.” To access the website, go to www.prcity.com and click on the Amgen Tour of California link. On the site you will find information about the race, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities, ancillary events, the Lifestyle Festival that travels with the Amgen Tour of California and race day. “We plan to update the route section of the website as soon as information becomes available from the organizer of the race,” states Freda Berman, Technical Director for the LOC. “The complete route is expected to be announced later this year, so fans should be sure to check the website frequently.”

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Already considered cycling’s most important and successful road race in the United States, the 2009 Amgen Tour of California will be expanded to cover more than 800 miles over nine days. The event’s fourth running is scheduled for February 14-22. Traveling almost the entire length of California, the race will begin in the state’s capital, Sacramento, and end in San Diego County for the first time. In preparation for the highly anticipated return of the Amgen Tour of California professional cycling road race in February, a specially developed classroom curriculum has been developed for fourththrough sixth-grade students. The educational handbook will be distributed to schools in the 16 California cities that will host the 2009 Amgen Tour of California. Through interactive lessons, the 2009 educational handbook will teach students about the history of cycling and includes bike safety and maintenance tips. Provided to more than 60,000 students, the booklet also provides information about the State of California, including targeted lesson plans that use cycling as a means to teach core subjects. Classroom activities, such as weather charting and word searches, allow educators to reach students with engaging material developed specifically to supplement the curriculum of students in grades four through six. The handbook also includes a lesson on world geography, as it relates to cyclists that have participated in the race, math, science and a cycling glossary to help students better understand the intricacies of professional cycling. Dates of the 2009 Amgen Tour of California: Prologue: Saturday, Feb. 14 – Sacramento Stage 1: Sunday, Feb. 15 – Davis to Santa Rosa Stage 2: Monday, Feb. 16 – Sausalito to Santa Cruz Stage 3: Tuesday, Feb. 17 – San Jose to Modesto Stage 4: Wednesday, Feb. 18 – Merced to Clovis Stage 5: Thursday, Feb. 19 – Visalia to Paso Robles Stage 6: Friday, Feb. 20 – Solvang (individual time trial) Stage 7: Saturday, Feb. 21 – Santa Clarita to Pasadena Stage 8: Sunday, Feb. 22 – Rancho Bernardo to Escondido

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## 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

## Anglim Winery – Paso Robles 740 Pine St; 805-227-6813 ## Arroyo Robles– Paso Robles 739 12th St; 877-759-WINE

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

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Falcon Nest Winery – Paso Robles 5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227

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Lone Madrone – Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845

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

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

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Firestone Vineyard Paso – Paso Robles By 2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 Daily 10-5 Appt

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

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Carmody McKnight Estate Wines – Paso Robles 11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5

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

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Martin & Weyrich – Paso Robles 2610 Buena Vista Dr; 805-238-2520

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Cass Vineyards – Paso Robles 7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730

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

Daily 11-5

McClean Vineyards – Templeton 4491 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-237-2441

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

Meridian Vineyards – Paso Robles 7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133

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Fratelli Perata – Paso Robles 1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809

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## Midlife Crisis – Paso Robles 1244 Pine St, Suite A; 805-237-8730

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

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

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Minassian-Young – Paso Robles 4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571

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Moonstone Cellars – Cambria 801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466

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NadeauFamilyVintners – Paso Robles 3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574

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

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Bassetti Vineyards – Cambria 1191 N. Green Valley Rd; 805-927-1925

## Bear Cave Cellars – Paso Robles By Appt. & 1227 Park St; 805-238-4329 Some Weekends Bella Luna – Templeton 1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477

## Bianchi Winery – Paso Robles 3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 Black Hand – San Miguel 1735 Nygren Rd; 805-712-WINE

Brian Benson Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 10:30-5 Calcareous Winery – Paso Robles 3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289

Th-Mo 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

## Castoro Cellars – Templeton 1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725 ## Cayucos Cellars – Cayucos 131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036

Changala Winery – Templeton 422 Main St; 805-238-0421

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## Eberle Winery – Paso Robles 3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607

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

## Eos Estate Winery – Paso Robles 5625 Hwy 46 East; 805-239-2562

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

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Chateau Margene – Creston 4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321

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

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

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Clautiere Vineyard – Paso Robles 1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789

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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 Th-Mo 2323 Tuley Ct Ste. 120 D; 805-226- 8022 11-5

## Clayhouse Wines – Paso Robles 849 13th St; 805 727-4720 ## D’Anbino Cellars – Paso Robles 710 Pine St; 805-227-6800

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## Halter Ranch Vnyd– Paso Robles 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 ## Hansen Vineyard– Templeton 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412

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## Opolo Vineyards – Paso Robles 7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593

## Orchid Hill Vineyard – Paso Robles 1140 Pine St; 805-237-7525

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

Parkfield Vineyards – San Miguel By 70502 Vineyard Canyon Rd; 805-463-2316 Appt

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

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

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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

Fr-Su 10-5

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

We-Su 11-5

Rainbows End Winery – San Miguel 8535 Mission Ln; 805-467-3345

By Appt

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

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

## Penman Springs Vineyard – Paso Robles 1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 Fr-Su 11-5 ## Pianetta – Paso Robles 829 13th St; 805-226-4005

## Rio Seco – Paso Robles 4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884

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

Fr-Su 11-4

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 9-5

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Venteux Vineyards – Templeton 1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127

Fr-Su 10-5

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

By Appt

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

Daily 10:30-6

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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

Daily 11-5

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

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

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

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VinFuzion – Paso Robles 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0208

Opening in June '08

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

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## Baileyana Vineyard – San Luis Obispo Daily 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5

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

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Rocky Creek Cellars – Templeton 8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919

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Can Be Found … chasing away gophers and other unwanted rodents!

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Quote: “Play with me.”

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## San Marcos Creek Vineyard – Paso Robles 7750 North Hwy; 805-467-9260 Daily 11-5 Scott Aaron – Templeton 422 South Main; 888-611-9463

## Sculpterra – Paso Robles 5015 Linne Road, 888-302-8881

## Silver Horse – San Miguel 2995 Pleasant Rd; 805-467-WINE Silver Stone – Paso Robles 827 13th St; 805-226-2788 Skyhawk Lane – San Miguel 1605 Commerce Way; 213-200-4661

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

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## Ortman Family Vnyds – Paso Robles Daily 12-5 1317 Park Street; 805-237-9009 Fr-Sat 12-7

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THIS WEEK’S WINE COUNTRY CRITTER Breed: Black Lab Favorite Past times: Following the workers through the fields as they tend to the baby grapevines

Favorite Things: sunny naps If you see me … beware of my tail, when I get excited it has a mind of its own!

By Appt

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

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

By Appt

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Still Waters Vineyards – Paso Robles 2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231

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

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

By Appt

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

Daily 10-5

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

Daily 11-6

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Cottonwood Canyon – Santa Maria 3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-VINE

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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

Daily 10-5

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

Daily 11-4

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

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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 ## Per Bacco Cellars – San Luis Obispo 1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 11-6

Saucelito Canyon – San Luis Obispo 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111

Daily 10-5

Sextant Wines – San Luis Obispo 3536 S. Higuera St; 866-833-WINE

Daily 11-5

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

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Stephen Ross Wine Cellars – San Luis Obispo 2330 Johnson Ave; 805-594-1318 By Appt ## Tangent Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily 5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 11-5 ## Talley Vineyards – Arroyo Grande 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 Taste – San Luis Obispo 1003 Osos St; 805-269-TASTE

Daily 10:30-4:30

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

Daily 11-5

## Wood Winery – Arroyo Grande 136 Bridge St; 805-489-9663

Th-Mo 11-5

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

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## Kenneth Volk 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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Carhartt Vineyard – Los Olivos 2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685

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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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Coquelicot – Los Olivos 2884 Grand Ave; 805-688-1500

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

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

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

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

Daily 10-5

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

Daily 10-5

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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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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 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332

Daily 10-4

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

Daily 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 9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451

Daily 10-5

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

Daily 10-4

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

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

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

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

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Daily 11-4:30

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

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

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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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Addamo Estate Vineyards – Orcutt 400 East Clark Ave; 805-937-6400

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Ampelos Cellars – Lompoc 805-736-9957

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

Daily 10:30-4

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

We-Mo 11-5

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

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Dierberg Estate/Star Lane/Three Saints – Lompoc 1280 Drum Canyon Rd; 866-652-8430 Daily 11-7

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

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

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## D’Alfonso – Solvang 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494

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

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

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

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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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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; 805-730-1680 12-4

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## DiBruno – at Trio Tastings, Solvang 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt East Valley – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang 1661 Mission Dr; 805-686-5159 Daily 11-5

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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

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S A N TA BA R BA R A Carr Vineyards – Santa Barbara 414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985

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

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

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

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

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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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Huber Vineyards – Lompoc 4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

Herzog Wine Cellars – Oxnard Sun-Thurs 11-9 3201 Camino Del Sol; 805-938-1560 Fri 11-4 Sat Closed X

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Old Creek Ranch Winery – Ventura Opening Soon 10024 Old Creek Rd; 805-649-4132

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Rancho Ventavo – Camarillo 1690 Ventura Blvd, 805-529-4221

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Vandale – at The Ballard Inn in Ballard Fr-Su 2436 Baseline Ave; 805-688-7770 12-5:30

Wild Heart Winery – Los Olivos 2933-C Grand Ave; 805-688-7386

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WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK WINERY LISTINGS

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

www.winecountrythisweek.com

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VENTURA COUNTY Bella Victorian Vineyard – Camarillo 2135 E. Ventura Blvd; 805-383-8800

Fr-Su 12-6

Camarillo Custom Crush – Camarillo 300 S. Lewis Rd, Ste C; 805-484-0597

Opening Soon

## Cantara Cellars– Camarillo 126 Wood Rd, Ste 104; 805-484-9600 Casa Barranca – Ojai 208 E. Ojai Ave; 805-640-1255

Opening Soon Early 2009

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