Central Coast Edition - June 25,2008

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

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK PASO ROBLES ONGOING Estrella Warbird Museum Fascinating collection of military aircrafts 10am-4pm, 805-227-0440, Paso Robles www.ewarbirds.org ★ ★ ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar Local winemaker featured each week. 5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles www.vinotecawinebar.com. • July 2: TBA • July 9: Domaine Alfred • July 16: Niner Winer Estates • July 23: Sextant Winery • July 30: Derby Winery Estates ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Gourmet Pairings at Meridian Vineyards Try gourmet food paired with fine wine 12-5pm, $5, 805-226-7133, Paso Robles www.meridianvineyards.com ONGOING SATURDAYS Templeton Farmers’ Market Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables 9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton ONGOING SATURDAYS Paso Robles Farmers’ Market Country farm arts and crafts market 8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles ONGOING Painting Exhibits at Villicana Winery Enjoy fine art work along with fine wines. 11am-5pm, 805-239-9456, Paso Robles ★ ★ ONGOING IN JUNE Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars Featuring the Paso Robles Art Association 10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ ONGOING IN JUNE Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes: Swing & Fox Trot Learn to dance & show what you have learned during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140 6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members Winery Hours: 10am-5pm, www.vinarobles.com Paso Robles, Vina Robles Hospitality Center ★ ★ JUNE 27 Vina Robles Winery Summer Concert Series 2008 Featuring the Usonia Jazz Band 805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles ★ ★ JUNE 27 Sunset Wine Down at Robert Hall Winery Unwind out on the Garden Terrace as Robert Hall continues their Friday night music series. The evening includes music, a glass of wine and a light dinner. 6-9pm, $25 pp/$20 Club 805-239-1616 x24, Paso Robles www.roberthallwinery.com ★ ★ JUNE 27 Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco Featuring music by ZZAH 6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door www.riosecowine.com, Paso Robles JUNE 28 Downtown Trading Day Antiques & garage sale bargains 9am-3pm, 805-238-4103, Paso Robles www.pasoroblesdowntown.com JUNE 28 Kids Flea Market Great big flea market! 9am-3pm, 805-238-4103, Paso Robles www.pasoroblesdowntown.com

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★ JUNE 28 ★ Texas Hold’em at Rio Seco 6-9pm, RSVP, 805-237-8884, Paso Robles www.riosecowine.com, Paso Robles ★ JUNE 29 ★ Summer Library & Reserve Wine Tasting Series at Adelaida Cellars HMR Estate Pinot Noirs. 11am, Limited to 18 guests RSVP, 805-239-8980 x14 $25, Free to wine club members, Paso Robles [email protected], www.adelaida.com ★ ONGOING IN JULY ★ Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars Featuring Jack Johnson 10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com ★ ONGOING IN JULY ★ Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes: Rumba & Waltz Learn to dance & show what you have learned during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140 6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members Winery Hours: 10am-5pm, www.vinarobles.com Vina Robles Hospitality Center, Paso Robles ★ ★ JULY 4 Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco Featuring music by Sideroads 6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door 805-237-8884, Paso Robles, www.riosecowine.com ★ ★ JULY 4 Independence Day BBQ at Robert Hall Great family fun for all ages. Paso Robles 6-10pm, $30/$25 Cavern Club, $15 Children RSVP, www.roberthallwinery.com JULY 4 Fourth of July Celebration at Firestone Vineyard Enjoy delicious BBQ from JD Boones Smokehouse while listening to live music & sipping fine wines. Bring blankets/chairs for the fireworks! 6-10pm, $45, 805-591-8050, Paso Robles www.firestonewine.com ★ ★ JULY 5 Summer Birthday Bash – Sunset Cruise of Morro Bay with Midlife Crisis Enjoy the sunset on the Papagallo II while sipping Midlife Crisis wines paired with five inspired recipes. 805-237-8730, RSVP [email protected] ★ JULY 7 ★ Bottling Party at Rio Seco All help appreciated! Call winery for details. 805-237-8884, Paso Robles www.riosecowine.com JULY 11-12, AUGUST 15-16, SEPTEMBER 19-20 Chumeia Vineyards Ice Cream Social Complimentary wine ice cream sample will be offered with award winning wines. 11am-5pm, 888-343-3445, Chumeia www.chumeiavineyards.com JULY 11, 18, 25 Twilight Concerts in the Park Refreshments & hors d’oeuvres 5:30-7:30pm, 805-238-4103 City Park Bandstand, Paso Robles ★ ★ JULY 11 Friday Fun Night #4 at Rio Seco Featuring music by Impromptu 6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door 805-237-8884, Paso Robles www.riosecowine.com

★ JULY 11 ★ 46 West Wineries – Friday Night Wine & Cheese at Doce Robles A fine wine & delicious cheese event 6-8pm, $15, 805-227-4766, Paso Robles www.paso46westwineries.com ★ JULY 11 ★ Eberle Hosts Tre Wilcox of America’s Top Chefs Enjoy a delicious menu from renowned chef 6:30pm, 805-238-9607, Paso Robles www.eberlewinery.com ★ JULY 12 ★ Pappagallo Cruise with Robert Hall Winery Enjoy a 3 hour cruise on Mooro Bay on board the 72ft. luxury yacht while experiencing superb cuisine specially paired with Robert Hall wines. 1-4pm, $100 pp / $90 Cavern Club 805-239-1616 x24, Paso Robles [email protected] www.roberthallwinery.com ★ JULY 12 ★ Festival Mosaic’s Fringe Series at Castoro Cellars Classically trained musicians become unhinged playing alternative music featuring the music of Montana Skies. 7:30pm, Paso Robles 877-881-8889, 805-781-3008 www.mozartfestival.com ★ ★ JULY 13 Lazy Local Concert at Castoro Cellars Featuring-Up music by In The Air 1-4pm, Free, 888-DAM-FINE, Paso Robles www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ JULY 13 Summer Library & Reserve Wine Tasting Series at Adelaida Cellars HMR Estate Pinot Noirs. 11am, RSVP, 805-239-8980 $25, Free to wine club members, Paso Robles [email protected], www.adelaida.com ★ ★ JULY 18 Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco Featuring music by Mo Diggs 6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door 805-237-8884, Paso Robles www.riosecowine.com ★ ★ JULY 19 EOS 11th Annual Blending Seminar Featuring delicious luncheon & seminar 11:30am-2:30pm, $50, 805-239-2562 www.eosvintage.com ★ ★ JULY 19 Lakeside Summer Concert at Bianchi Featuring classic rock by Rail 6-9pm, 805-226-9922, Paso Robles www.bianchiwine.com ★ JULY 19 ★ Bordeaux Blending Party at Opolo Become a winemaker for a day! 3pm, Paso Robles RSVP, 805-238-9593, www.opolo.com ★ ★ JULY 19 Outdoor Concert at Castoro Cellars Featuring the music of Baka Beyond An eclectic band with a world fusion sound. 7pm, $22, 888-DAM-FINE, Paso Robles www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ JULY 25 Vina Robles Winery Summer Concert Series 2008 Featuring the D. Voss Jazz Trio 805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles

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JULY 26 Joe Craven at Stacked Stone Cellars $15, 8pm, 805-238-7872, Paso Robles www.stackedstone.com ★ ★ JULY 26 Al Fresco Winemaker Dinner at Castoro Cellars A spectacular evening of fine wines, food & music 6:30pm, $85, $75 wine club members 888-DAM-FINE, www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ JULY 27 Summer Library & Reserve Wine Tasting Series at Adelaida Cellars Viking Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. 11am, Limited to 18 guests RSVP, 805-239-8980 $25, Free to wine club members, Paso Robles [email protected], www.adelaida.com ★ ONGOING IN AUGUST ★ Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars Featuring Diana Mendoza 10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ ONGOING IN AUGUST Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes: Cha-Cha & Tango Learn to dance & show what you have learned during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140 6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members Winery Hours: 10am-5pm, www.vinarobles.com Vina Robles Hospitality Center, Paso Robles ★ ★ AUGUST 2 Eberle Winemaker Dinner in the Caves Featuring Bern’s Steak House of Tampa, Fla 6:30pm, 805-238-9607, Paso Robles www.eberlewinery.com ★ ★ AUGUST 2 Outdoor Concert at Castoro Cellars Featuring the music of Blue Latitude, Nataly Lola, Martin Paris & Leigh Wyckoff 7pm, $22, 888-DAM-FINE, Paso Robles www.castorocellars.com ★ ★ AUGUST 8 Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco Featuring music by Dac and Friends 6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door 805-237-8884, Paso Robles www.riosecowine.com AUGUST 9 Rotary Winemakers’ Invitational Cookoff Taste the tempting fare grilled for your dining pleasure and enjoy the wines the chefs have selected to pair with their culinary creations. 6-9pm, $75, 805-226-5674, Paso Robles [email protected] River Oaks Hot Springs & Spa ★ ★ AUGUST 10 Lazy Local Concert at Castoro Cellars Old time music featuring New 5 Cent 1-4pm, Free, 888-DAM-FINE, Paso Robles www.castorocellars.com ★ AUGUST 10 ★ Summer Library & Reserve Wine Tasting Series at Adelaida Cellars Viking Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. 11am, Limited to 18 guests RSVP, 805-239-8980 $25, Free to wine club members, Paso Robles [email protected], www.adelaida.com ★ AUGUST 15 ★ Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco Featuring music by Funk 30 6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door 805-237-8884, Paso Robles www.riosecowine.com

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK CALENDAR OF EVENTS ★ AUGUST 16 ★ Lakeside Summer Concert at Bianchi Featuring the music of ZZAH 6-9pm, 805-226-9922, Paso Robles $5, Free to Lakeside members & one guest CAYUCOS AND MORRO BAY

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

★ AUGUST 2 ★ Summer Sunset Wine Club Barbecue at Claiborne & Churchill A gourmet lawn party for wine club members 805-544-4066, San Luis Obispo For more info visit www.claibornechurchill.com

ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves Art, crafts, children’s activities, music & more 10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach www.pismochamber.com

ONGOING Automobilia Museum Specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes along with many other antiques relating to transportation 10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis Opispo

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

ONGOING Hearst Castle Tours Experience grand reflections from the 1930s $30, 800-444-4445, San Luis Obispo www.hearstcastle.com

ONGOING THROUGH JULY 31 Artwork by Herbert Evans Macdonald at Morovino Winery The work of this nationally acclaimed & award winning artist is on display at the winery. 12-5pm, 805-627-1443, Avila Beach

ONGOING Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists 7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay www.morrobayartassociation.org ONGOING Adventures with Nature Docent guided walks Morro Bay State Park Museum of Natural History, 805-772-2694, www.ccnha.org Various hikes at various times including; Fast Hike to Coon Creek, White’s Point Vistas, Black Hill Trail, Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon. ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk Art galleries’ open house receptions 5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay ONGOING SATURDAYS Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians 3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay JULY 4 Independence Day Celebration Featuring sand sculpture contest, parade, BBQ, fireworks & more! 805-995-1200 Downtown Cayucos near the Pier. For details visit www.cayucoschamber.com JULY 4 Fourth of July Celebration Family fun & spectacular fireworks display. 11am-dusk, Tidelands Park, Morro Bay 805-772-4467, www.morrobay.org SAN LUIS OBISPO ONGOING Christopher Cohan Center Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo 805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org • July 5: Wanda Sykes • July 11-13: The Wizard of Oz • July 18-20: The Wizard of Oz • July 19: Festival Mosaic Orchestra: Scandal to Success • July 24-26: Deyo Dances • July 27: Festival Mosaic Orchestra: Grand Finale • July 27: Dance is Art ONGOING The San Luis Obispo Art Center Permanent collection and constantly rotating exhibits of works by local artists in all media – paintings, sculpture, photography and more. 11am-5pm, 805-543-8562, San Luis Obispo www.sloartcenter.org ONGOING WEEKENDS Live Music at Mother’s Tavern Beautiful upscale tavern with big band music most Sundays too! Call for schedules. 805-541-8733, San Luis Obispo www.motherstavern.com

ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Art Gallery Events “Art After Dark” Various art galleries stay open late & host artist receptions with wine & cheese. 5-9pm, 805-544-9251, San Luis Obispo www.sloartcouncil.org ONGOING TUESDAYS 2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste Weekly drink specials 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste Tastings with the winemaker 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting at The Loading Dock Live music, wine and food 7-10pm, $5, 805-934-3471, San Luis Obispo ONGOING A Murder Mystery Dinner Enjoy a parody of The Pirates of the Caribbean with a delicious dinner, wine and laughter. 5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com ★ ★ ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27 Wine and Cheese Pairings at Tolosa Winery 11am-3pm, $20/$15 Heritage Club 805-782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com ★ ★ JUNE 29 25th Anniversary Open House at Claiborne & Churchill Fine wine & delicious food and more! This is a club member event, San Luis Obispo www.claibornechurchill.com JULY 11 – JULY 27 Festival Mozaic - Mozart Festival World class musicians perform classical & fringe classical music in missions, wineries & performance halls around SLO County. Check website for details. www.mozartfestival.com JULY 12-13 Lavendar Festival at Green Acres Lavender Farm Celebrate everything Lavender 10am-6pm, 805-466-0837, Atascadero www.greeenacreslavendarfarm.com JULY 19-20 San Luis Obispo Renaissance Festival Be transported back over 400 years! Over 1000 craftsmen, actors, musicians, jugglers, lords and ladies, 3 stages of entertainment, games for all ages & more! San Luis Obispo Sat: 10am-6pm, Sun: 10am-5pm, El Chorro Park $12, 800-688-1477, www.hisrev.org/slo-faire

ONGOING SUNDAYS Art on the Beach at Avila Beach Artists paint & present their work 10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier

★ ★ JUNE 29 Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series at Salisbury Vineyards Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music while enjoying the perfect Avila climate 1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach www.salisburyvineyards.com ★ ★ JULY 3 Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards Stroll through the Schoolhouse & patio with hors d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts and clothing from local artists and designers. The evening will have an exciting theme with guest vendors, chefs, & live music. 5:30-8:30pm, $25, $20/Club, 805-595-WINE Avila Beach, www.salisburyvineyards.com ★ ★ JULY 10-13 Salisbury Vineyard's Central Coast Wine Classic Winemaker Dinner Enjoy a delicious dinner at the Schoolhouse with Chef Ralph Fabula. Trolley from Dolphin Bay Hotel & Residences to the Schoolhouse in Avila Valley. 805-544-1285, [email protected] www.centralcoastwineclassic.org ★ ★ JULY 10-13 Central Coast Wine Country Classic Experience the beauty & diversity of the Central Coast with winemaker dinners, auctions, wine tastings, delicious pairings & more! 805-544-1285 www.centralcoastwineclassic.org, Various locations in Avila & the San Luis Obipso Area ★ ★ JULY 13 Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series at Salisbury Vineyards Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music while enjoying the perfect Avila climate 1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach www.salisburyvineyards.com JULY 19 Central Coast Century Ride & Festival Fundraiser Experience magnificent vistas of the Central Coast Wine Country while participating in this fundraiser to defeat ALS. Individual riders $85 100k, 25k fun ride & Wine Country tour ride. Afterward enjoy music, BBQ & fine wine too. 707-294-9822, Avila Beach, www.awebba.alsa.org ★ AUGUST 7 ★ Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards Stroll through the Schoolhouse & patio with hors d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts and clothing from local artists and designers. The evening will have an exciting theme with guest vendors, chefs, & live music. 5:30-8:30pm $20 Club Avila/ $25, 805-595-WINE

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ARROYO GRANDE ONGOING Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077 Arroyo Grande ONGOING SATURDAYS Arroyo Grande Farmers’ Market Farm fresh produce, music, arts & crafts 12-2:30pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande www.arroyograndevillage.org ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Learn How to Make Ice Cream Enjoy a 30 minute skit about ice cream where you help create new flavors. 7pm, Arroyo Grande, 805-474-4068 www.docburnsteins.com ONGOING Clark Center for Performing Arts 805-489-9444, Arroyo Grande www.clarkcenter.org • August 15: “What’d I Say” The Ray Charles Story ONGOING Village Summer Concert Bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs & blankets and enjoy a variety of music. 1-3pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande Bandstand on the Village Green • July 4th (Friday): The Village Band • July 13: Still Evolving & The House Red Band • July 27: Boomerang and the Mudskippers JULY 26 Arroyo Grande Valley Car “Sho” More than 300 classic & custom cars 10am-5pm, 805-489-2636, Arroyo Grande www.arroyograndevillage.org ★ ★ JULY 26 Mano Tinta Release Party at Talley Vineyards Enjoy wine tasting, music, Mexican-style snacks, and take home a commemorative Mano Tinta wine glass. Proceeds from the event and sale of the 2006 Mano Tinta red wine blend will benefit The Fund for Vineyard and Farm. 12-3pm, $15, 805-489-0446, Arroyo Grande www.talleyvineyards.com OCEANO ONGOING The Great American Melodrama 805-489-2499, Oceano www.americanmelodrama.com • Ongoing through September 20: Showdown at Slick Rock Ranch 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 MONDAYS Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro Featuring regional & varietal tastings 5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Santa Maria ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Santa Maria Valley Railway Historical Museum Lots of fun including a train simulator exhibit 1-4:30pm, 805-714-4927, Santa Maria www.smvrhm.org/museum ONGOING THROUGH JULY 31 Layers: Photographs by Kam Jacoby Wonderful photographs of the past & the present artistically combined. 11am-5pm, 805-688-2459, Carina Cellars Los Olivos, www.carinacellars.com

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1 Photo Contest at Riverbench Winery Submit your photos of the Riverbench Winery Win a gourmet wine and food tasting for 10! 805-937-8340, www.riverbench.com ONGOING THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Friday Nite “Wine” Downs at Cottonwood Canyon. Come out the 3rd Friday of every month thru September and the 2nd Friday in October to “Wine” Down your work week to the sounds of live music & enjoy a glass of your favorite Cottonwood wine. For band listings visit www.cottonwoodcanyon.com Santa Maria, 5:30-8:30pm, 805-937-VINE JULY 5 Rancho Olivos Oil Tasting at Riverbench Sample delicious olive oils & fine wines 12-4pm, 805-937-8340, Santa Maria www.riverbench.com JULY 6 Olive Revolution Party Enjoy recicipes paired with wine from Au Bon Climat/Qupe in the midst of olive groves. 1-4pm, 800-307-0447, Los Olivos www.globalgardensgifts.com

SANTA YNEZ ONGOING MONDAYS Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts Santa Barbara Darts Association Enjoy BBQ and Darts, 7pm, 805-686-4785 Santa Ynez, www.mavericksaloon.org ONGOING Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum and Parks - Janeway Carriage House Exhibits from Chumash period through early 20th century ranch days 12-4pm, 805-688-7889, Santa Ynez www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org SECOND THURSDAY Wine Impressions at Artiste Join fellow wine lovers for a blind tasting, sensory evaluation & discussion by region. 7-9pm, 805-686-2626, Santa Ynez www.artiste.com ONGOING Chumash Casino Concerts 800-585-3737, Santa Ynez www.chumashcasino.com • July 4: Reba • July 10: Kenny Loggins • July 17: Lynyrd Skynyrd • July 24: Frankie Vallie

AUGUST 16 2008 Harvest Seminar & Adopt-A-Vine Club at Riverbench Winery Walk the vineyards, analyze the grapes, and play ONGOING a part in the 2008 harvest! Lunch and wine Cachuma Lake Nature Walk tasting is included. 10am-1pm Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail $50, $40 wine club, 805-937-8340, Santa Maria 10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez Park SANTA MARGARITA www.cachuma.com ONGOING Spring Flowers Nature Hike Guided hike with trained horticuluralist $15, 805-238-7324, Reservation required Lazy Arrow Ranch, Santa Margarita

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

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ONGOING Art Exhibit at Artiste Winery 11am-5pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com Santa Ynez

ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks Free movie & snacks with discussion 7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivos www.wildlingmuseum.org ONGOING THROUGH JUNE Abbrescias Passion: Plein-Air Paintings of Glacier National Park The Wilding Art Museum, 11am-5pm, Los Olivos 805-688-1082, www.wildlingmuseum.org

JULY 11 Cinema E Vino Paradiso at Gainey Vineyard Barrel tasting, dinner & a movie under the stars. 7:30pm, $75, $65 club members, 805-238-0095 www.cinemaevino.com LOMPOC

ONGOING FIRST TUESDAY Wine and Art at Los Olivos Café 5-7pm, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com

ONGOING SATURDAYS Olde Towne Market in Lompoc Great food, wine & music, Lompoc 805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Café Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres 5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com • July 24: Chilean Tasting Journey • August 21 : South African Tasting Journey

ONGOING THROUGH JUNE 29 56th Annual Lompoc Valley Flower Festival Enjoy a top ranked parade, a carnival, great rides, arts, crafts, flower show and more! 805-735-8511, Lompoc, Check website for details. www.springartsfestival.org

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS An Evening with the Winemaker at Los Olivos Café Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres. 5pm, $15 805-688-7265, www.losolivoscafe.com • July 9 : David Hardee, Carina Cellars 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

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SOLVANG ONGOING Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful views 10am–3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang ONGOING Solvang Farmers’ Market Fresh produce, flowers and foods, 3-7pm Solvang , 805-962-5354, www.solvangca.com ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting on the Patio Live guitar music along with fine wines 5:30-7pm, 800-624-5572, Solvang www.royalscandinavianinn.com

ONGOING WEEKENDS Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise Guided 2 hour cruise with wildlife and geology $15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lake www.cachuma.com

ONGOING Lobero Theatre 805-963-0761, www.lobero.com • July 12: Sings Like Hell-James Hunter • August 16: David Sanborn Band

ONGOING Elverhoj Museum of History & Art Ongoing exhibits of art & photogaphy 805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org

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

JUNE 28 13th Annual Red, White & Blues Concert at Buttonwood Farm Bring a picnic & dance to the tunes from the band Cadillac Zach. Presented by Buttonwood Farm Winery and Longoria Wines. $40/$30 Imbibers Club & SB Blues Society members 805-688-3032, [email protected] JULY 4 Solvang 4th of July Parade An old-fashioned pararde in downtown Solvang 11am, 805-698-6910, Solvang JULY 4 Valley Wind Ensemble Free Concert 30 local volunteer musicians perform concertband selections, 10am, Solvang Park Gazebo Solvang, www.syvva.com JULY 26 Old MIssion Wine Co. Summer BBQ Winemaker Dinner Enjoy an authentic three-course BBQ dinner paired with wines from Skyhawk Lane Winery 6:30-9:00pm, $25, 805-686-9323, Solvang www.houseofhoneywood.com ★ ★ AUGUST 2 3rd Annual Day at the Vineyard The Stolpman Family invites you to the 3rd Annual Day at the Vineyard. Enjoy fabulous views, an informative seminar & a delicious dinner featuring delicious Stolpman wine. 805-688-0400, Solvang [email protected]

ONGOING Lectures & Readings at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 805-962-8404, Santa Barbara, www.sbmm.org ONGOING SATURDAYS Cachuma Lake Nature Walk 1 mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail 10-11:30am, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara Cachuma Lake Nature Center www.cachuma.com ONGOING SATURDAYS Junior Ranger Program Kids learn about wildlife, ecosystems & caring for the environment 1-2pm, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara Cachuma Lake Nature Center www.cachuma.com ONGOING Art Workshops for Children at Art from Scrap Fun workshops where kids reuse all sorts of materials to make works of art! Tues-Sat, 10am-2pm, $6, 805-884-0459 www.artfromscrap.org ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS First Thursday Art, cultural events & fine wine tasting! 5-8pm, 805-962-2098, various venues in downtown Santa Barbara www.santabarbaradowntown.com

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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art 805-963-4364, www.sbma.net • Ongoing through August 17: It's All About Me: California Artists’ Self Portraits • Ongoing through November 2: African Dinasaur - Interactive exhibit

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

ONGOING Surfing Lessons Enjoy an exciting day in the water 805-898-0671, Santa Barbara www.sbadventureco.com

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

ONGOING Planetarium Shows at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History 805-682-4711, www.sbnature.com • Exploring the Spring Sky • Cosmic Safari • Secrets of the Cardboard Rocket

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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 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

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★ ★ JUNE 28 Santa Barbara Wine Festival Join Stolpman & other Central Coast wineries at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History as they pour their fine wines. 805-682-4711 Santa Barbara, www.sbnature.org JULY 27 Santa Barbara Brazilian Food & Music Series Music by Samba de Raiz & Forró with delicious Brazilian food & drinks offered for sale. 4pm, $7, 818-508-8753, Santa Barbara www.sbbraziliancarnaval.com

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Winemakers Solicited for 10th Annual Fund Raiser Wineries Sought to Compete for Winemakers’ Cookoff Honors Event host, the Paso Robles Rotary Club, kicked off its campaign to sign up 30 Central Coast wineries to participate in its 10th annual Winemakers’ Cookoff. The event features winemaker-chefs grilling their own culinary creations and pairing them with some of their finest wines. Winemaker pairings will be served to 1,000 attendees as the participating wineries vie for both “People’s Choice” and “Judges” award recognition. This year, the cookoff will be held on Saturday, August 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. at River Oaks Hot Springs Spa in Paso Robles. All net proceeds from ticket sales and sponsorships benefit the Paso Robles Rotary’s Harlow Ford Scholarship Foundation, which awards college scholarships to area high-school seniors. “Beginning this year we will be promoting ‘Make it a Winemakers’ Weekend;’ encouraging participating wineries to offer event attendees discounts and special activities throughout the cookoff weekend. We hope this promotion will have a ‘win-win’ effect by enhancing the attendees’ Wine Country experience and generating new customers and additional revenue for participating wineries,” said Vicki Silva, the 2008 event’s winery chair. Wineries interested in being part of this year’s Winemakers’ Cookoff or wishing additional information should contact Vicki Silva

at (805) 239-5151. Tickets are $75. For tickets or more information, call 1-877-686-8564 (toll free) or visit the Cookoff on the web, www.winemakerscookoff.com.

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KENNETH VOLK VINEYARDS by Leah Kolt

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hile the phrase “innovative traditionalist” may seem like a contradiction in terms, it makes sense if you know Kenneth Volk, who is something of an icon of Central Coast winemaking. He is perhaps best known as the founder of Wild Horse Winery, which he grew from an initial yield of 600 cases to some 150,000 cases, before selling it five years ago to beverage industry giant Jim Beam. Cashing in on his success provided the third-generation Californian an opportunity to reinvent himself in the wine industry with the founding of Kenneth Volk Vineyards in 2004 – located in Santa Barbara County’s Santa Maria Valley, a region renowned for Burgundy varieties. While his new focus is primarily on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, he also produces Bordeaux-style wines from grapes grown in the westernmost locations of the Paso Robles region, an area he considers among the best in California for Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. He even grows heirloom grapes, championing such quirky varieties as Malvasia Bianca, which he characterizes as “aromatherapy with a libation.” Named Agriculturalist of the Year in 1999 by his alma mater Cal Poly, Ken made his first wine on campus, where the fruit-science

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major was growing berries downhill from the campus vineyard. Intrigued more by the grapes than his berries, he traded responsibilities with the viticulture student and was hooked. The progressive techniques used by Ken and his staff today are many vintages away from that first wine, made from Gamay grapes with a trash can and a baseball bat. “Our goal is to create multifaceted wines. So instead of farming everything alike, we combine many of the best practices, materials and vines available,” he explained. From start to finish, KVV makes every effort to support and build on the complexity of flavors produced in the vineyard. The different flavors that result are blended to create multidimensional wines. No detail of the complex winemaking process is taken for granted. Take yeast for example. While many French, and some California winemakers, allow nature to select which yeasts turn their grapes into alcohol, Ken’s “innovative traditionalist” character impels him to be more selective. “There’s a huge potential to impact the wine with the decision of which yeast to use, and there’s the potential to create complexity – again, by mixing it up,” he pointed out. So for a single lot of Chardonnay for instance, Ken might employ six different yeast strains, each affecting a different feature of the wine, such as aroma or creaminess. He is such www.winecountrythisweek.com

a yeast connoisseur, in fact, that his employees jokingly advise to never ask him about it unless you’re got 30 minutes to listen to his answer. Such attention to detail also influences the way KVV harvests grapes, such as picking fruit from the same vineyard on multiple dates to select grapes at different maturity levels and create diverse flavors. “The first time, we might pick for low pH and higher acidity and fresh fruit aromatics. Then we’d come back a week or more later and pick for physiological ripeness and mature flavors,” he explained. Almost three decades in the wine business has given Ken the opportunity to see huge changes in local and industry-wide trends. When he started out, this part of the world was not taken seriously for fine wine production. “But looking at some of the wines being produced at Chalone, Edna Valley Vineyard and Estrella River Winery – now Meridian Vineyards – I knew that wines from the Central Coast could compete with wines from any California region or anywhere else in the world. And now this area is the fastestgrowing wine region in California.” Consumer tastes have changed over the years, too. The last decade has seen huge changes for Pinot Noir, according to Ken, who believes that the favoring of highlyextracted red wines with bold fruit by some See Kenneth Volk Vineyards, page 33

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WineSpace: Social Networking Meets the Vineyard Donati Family Vineyard has launched the first winery specific social networking site to enhance communication with their customers and wine club members concerning upcoming events and unique wine gifts. Donati Family Vineyard is leading the way with social networking (winespace.donatifamilyvineyard.com) in the wine industry by implementing a full featured, Web 2.0, online community for their customers and wine club members. Donati Family Vineyard Winespace offers members the following benefits: • Learn and enjoy wine within a like-minded community • Interact directly with the winemaking team through blogs and online forums • Receive insider info on special offers, upcoming events and breaking news • Customize your personal WineSpace and socialize with your friends • Exciting online events such as video-casts and on-line wine tasting • Choose from a wide assortment of wines and gourmet food to create wine gifts People joining the online social networking community automatically receive a customizable profile page and will be able to message each other and participate in online discussions. Members of the viral marketing site can invite their friends and make new friends to share information about wine and wine gifts. Most importantly they can write their own blogs and forum discussions and upload content such as podcasts, photos and videos. “Web 2.0 is a technology trend for information sharing and social networking that is an emerging innovation within the wine industry,” says Lee Stipp, General Manager at Donati Family Vineyard. “Our new web-based community permits us to reach consumers across the globe and to communicate with them more effectively.” Proprietor Ron Donati says, “WineSpace allows us to interact with our customers in a fashion that was not possible before. It’s all very exciting, and will be fascinating to watch as it develops over time.”

with areas for picnicking and bocce ball. The tasting room is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The vineyard has just launched its social networking site. For additional information and a list of wines available for wine gifts, you may visit the website at www.donatifamilyvineyard.com.

About Donati Family Vineyard The Donatis came to Paicines, in California’s Central Coast, in 1998 when they purchased land that would become the Donati Family Estate Vineyard. Like much of southern Napa and Sonoma, Paicines has long warm days followed by cool nights. The vineyard is planted to various select clones of Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Syrah, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc and Petite Verdot. In early 2007 the Donati Family Vineyard opened its new winery and tasting room at the former Mastantuono Winery in Templeton, located in San Luis Obispo County. Donati Family Vineyard is conveniently located off picturesque Highway 46 West and is nestled in the Templeton Gap surrounded by sweeping vineyard views www.winecountrythisweek.com

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SILVER HORSE A One of a Kind Destination ocated in San Miguel’s beautiful Pleasant Valley, just minutes away from downtown Paso Robles, the Silver Horse Winery facility is unlike any other in the Paso Robles area. Situated on a hilltop overlooking hundreds of acres of vineyards, Silver Horse Winery is one of the most beautiful facilities around. With elegant hacienda-style appointments such as 105-year-old clay roof tiles, a hand-made fountain, three patios and a large garden /lawn area, enthusiasts will experience wine bliss while sipping on the French – Bordeaux and Spanish – Rioja varietal wines. Winemaker Stephen Kroener strives to handcraft food-friendly, well-balanced wines that reflect his family’s love of combining great food, great wine and great friends; it is in this spirit that each bottle of Silver Horse wine carries the inscription “Not For Us Alone!” Just a small side note, Silver Horse wines are only available at the tastingroom. Up for a little competition? Silver Horse winery also offers two regulation bocce ball courts and two regulation horseshoe pits. If you’re lucky you may find yourself sipping on fine wine and having a friendly match with

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the winemaker/owners of Silver Horse Winery. So come by their wonderful facility and enjoy breathtaking views of some of the Central Coast’s most beautiful vistas. Your dreams for the ultimate wine experience will be found at this family owned and operated

winery! Come See for yourself! Silver Horse Winery is located at 2995 Pleasant Road in San Miguel. Hours are Friday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (805) 467WINE or visit www.silverhorsewinery.com.

Perfect Setting for a Wine Country Wedding Looking for a wedding venue with 360 degree views of the surrounding vineyards in the country side? Then look no further than Silver Horse Winery. Sitting atop a hill in the Pleasant Valley, Silver Horse Winery provides the ideal setting for your wedding. The Spanish Hacienda tasting room and wedding facility with wood-burning fireplace, and elegant hacienda-style appointments such as 105-year-old ceramic roof tiles, make this estate winery a must see. The Barrel Room can hold up to 150 of your guests with a dance floor, DJ/band and food station. The new 7000-square-foot outdoor event facility provides the definitive winery wedding setting. A 3000-square-foot indoor/outdoor event facility with surrounding vineyards can hold up to 400 depending on your layout. A separate catering area keeps all the behind the scenes activities, behind the scenes. The 4000-square-foot Garden Area with its outdoor kitchen, tasting bar and raised seating areas will be ideal for your ceremony and reception as well. To keep your guest entertained Silver Horse Winery has two bocce ball courts as well as two horseshoe pits. Choosing Silver Horse Winery as your wedding facility will make your wedding day truly one to remember!

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Tolosa Dedicates a Space For Wine and Cheese Pairings Tolosa has announced the resumption of Wine and Cheese Pairing as of June 7th, 2008. This will be the third year of this increasingly popular event. In 2006, Tolosa felt that although every winery had the opportunity to present their wine, few took the initiative to pair varietals with cheese. “Learning about our wines is a great start – next comes pairing them with food, so we offer the quintessential food pairing; great cheeses that compliment our wines,” comments Bob Schiebelhut, principal at Tolosa. Every Saturday from June through September, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., guests can enjoy four Tolosa estate wines paired with four artisan cheeses. The pairings are presented in Tolosa’s “sanctuary,” Heritage Room, which overlooks the surrounding vineyards. Here, apart from the “hustle and bustle” of the tasting room, guests can relax and enjoy what we hope will be a learning experience. The artisan cheeses are typically purchased from San Luis Obispo’s Monterey Street Wine Company, who offers a vast amount of choices from around the globe. Prior to each menu’s publication, the manager of Monterey Street and Tolosa’s Concierge, John Shakley, together taste the wines and cheeses to capture the best possible pairing. “A good wine can be great with the right cheese, but a great wine can be bad with the wrong one,” quotes John Shakley. Each Saturday a different list of diverse wines and cheeses are offered, which encourages guests that have a great experience to return a different week and try all new pairings. This year, Tolosa has also added another option in the Heritage Room, alongside the pairings. Guests can purchase a flight of reserve wine tastings, including limited-production varietals, barrel select and library wines. The reserve tasting will be $10 for the public and complimentary to Tolosa Heritage Society Members. Tolosa’s Wine and Cheese Pairings are located in the Heritage Room at 4910 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo. The pairings began June 7th, and last through September 27th, 2008. Guests can arrive anytime between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for the pairing. Reservations are not required, but recommended for parties of six or more. Cost is $20 for the public or $15 for Heritage Society Members. For questions or reservations, contact John Shakley at (805) 782-0500 ext. 10 or [email protected].

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Plan Your Next Getaway to Villa Valdemosa Pamper yourself at Villa Valdemosa, a luxurious Paso Robles bed and breakfast inn perfect for intimate getaways. Nestled in the heart of the Central Coast Wine Country, the romantic Tuscan-styled Paso Robles bed and breakfast inn is situated on ten acres of seclusion. The spectacular setting offers three private guest suites, all with stunning “see forever” views. Wake up to three-course gourmet breakfasts in the intimate indoor dining area or al fresco on the terrace during the warmer months. The Villa Valdemosa inn offers solace and amenities that make the exclusive bed and breakfast hideaway lodging an ideal home base for exploring Paso Robles, the Central Coast Wine Country and beyond.

GUEST SUITES The Petite Syrah Suite totals more than 300 square feet including a private bathroom. It has a lovely brass and pewter queen bed, and a 1800s loveseat! The Syrah Suite includes bath and walk in closet. It has a lounge area with love seat, coffee table, wall table and vanity mirror, and a queen-sized, oiled bronze European-style bed.

Bordeaux Suite – the largest accommodation includes a soaking tub with a picture window looking east, out over vineyards, to the mountains on the horizon. The Logia The Logia overlooks the south lawn, pool area and the distant horizons. These adjacent rooms, which can comfortably seat 20 guests, are available for special functions. Just tell them what you have in mind. Just outside the Logia and dining room is a large terrace and more than a acre of lawn and gardens, perfect for an outdoor event. The staff is well connected with all local catering services, and can help you plan your special event there. Make your special event a memorable occasion! Whatever your needs, the romantic indoor/al fresco dining area is available for private functions. Assistance with planning and catering is also available to suit your needs. Villa Valdemosa can cater to parties of up to 50. Escape to the exclusive Paso Robles bed and breakfast inn at 2552 Old Grove Lane. Make Villa Valdemosa your favorite lodging for your next central California experience. For more information or reservations, call (805) 237-2370, email [email protected] or visit the website at www.valdemosa.com. www.winecountrythisweek.com

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Eberle Winery Announces Star-Chef Line Up for 2008 Eberle Winery of Paso Robles has announced the entire line-up of their one-of-a-kind Guest Chef Dinner Series, which takes place each month in the Eberle wine caves and features chefs from across the U.S.A. While this year has already included top chefs such as Douglas Dodd of the Hotel Bel-Air and the favorite chef of Ellen DeGeneres, Leonardo Curti of Trattoria Grappolo in Santa Ynez, the rest of the year’s chefs should help create one for the record books for Eberle Winery. All Eberle Winemaker Dinners are held at the Eberle Wild Boar Room in the Eberle caves and are $150 per person or $120 for Cellar Club members. Eberle Winery is located at 3810 Highway 46 East, 3.5 miles east of Highway 101 in Paso Robles. Upcoming winemaker dinners listed below. For reservations, complete schedule or more information, visit www.EberleWinery.com. Or, contact Sheri Kennedy at (805) 238-9607 or [email protected].

• Friday, July 11 – Eberle Hosts One of Bravo’s "America’s Top Chefs" Tre Wilcox As chef de cuisine of Dallas’s award-winning five-star restaurant, Abacus, Tre Wilcox began his culinary career at the age of 17. Chef Tre’s latest culinary adventures landed him a spot as a contestant on Bravo’s third season of America’s Top Chef. “Top Chef 3 Miami” featured 15 of the country’s most impressive rising chefs and Tre proved to be a strong contender in this competition for up-and-coming culinary talent. Tre’s dedication, enthusiasm and passion have made him such a renowned and impressive chef he’s been nominated as the James Beard Foundation’s Rising Star Chef for two consecutive years. To be nominated for this award, you must be “age thirty or younger and display an impressive talent and be likely to make a significant industry impact in years to come.” D Magazine named him one of the “Top Young Guns” in Dallas. He has also appeared on a number of TV shows, including Oprah, the Texas Cable News Network, ABC’s Good Morning Texas and Metro and FOX’s Good Day Dallas.

• Saturday, August 2 – Friends of the Winery Dinner in the Caves Featuring Bern’s Steak House, Tampa, FL One of America’s top steak houses, boasting one of the largest wine lists in the world, comes to Eberle Winery for a meal to remember for our annual Friends of the Winery dinner. Since 1956, Bern’s Steak House has worked with a passion (or some call it an obsession) to provide the best meat, fish and produce available to its customers. Bern would only accept the “very, very best, even if it meant more work and time for preparation, or a higher price paid to begin with the best raw products.” To that end, Bern’s Steak House is now considered an iconic restaurant in the U.S.A. and should be at the top of your “must dine” list.

• Saturday, September 6 – Eberle Winemaker Dinner in the Caves with Doug Levy, Feast, Tucson, AZ The cuisine is international, the ambience is high energy and the name is Feast. What more do you need to have a great time, espe-

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cially where your appetite is concerned? Chef/owner Doug Levy has helped elevate the Tucson food scene to new heights. Join us as we welcome him to Eberle Winery and experience the food and wine pairings that are making Chef Levy a well-known favorite in Arizona.

• Friday, October 17 – Harvest Festival Winemaker Dinner with Chef Craig von Foerster, Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur, CA The Post Ranch Inn is a stellar resort perched high above the California coast in Big Sur. The Zagat Survey ranked its awardwinning restaurant Sierra Mar, headed by Chef Craig von Foerster, as the best hotel restaurant in the state in 2006. Fusing East and West style cuisine, Sierra Mar showcases everything spectacular about California. Chef von Foerster has recently earned acclaim on NBC’s “Today Show,” and in Sunset Magazine. Enjoy world-class cuisine and world-class wine at Eberle celebrating the harvest of 2008!

• Saturday, November 1 – Eberle Welcomes Acclaimed Chef Michel Richard, Citronelle, Washington D.C. It is with great honor that Eberle Winery hosts acclaimed chef and good friend Michel Richard to a Guest Chef Dinner in the Eberle caves. With a culinary career 40 years in the making, Chef Richard’s Citrus and Citronelle restaurants in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and flagship restaurant in Washington, D.C. have earned a staggering array of honors befitting such a talented chef. Author, James Beard Award Winner, and recipient of numerous awards and honors, Chef Richard is currently celebrating the opening of a new restaurant in Carmel Valley. Experience a meal like no other from a culinary talent who Robert Parker of the Wine Advocate describes as “A great chef, who is cooking at a level that far exceeds any Michelin three-star chef in France." A portion of the proceeds from this dinner goes directly to the Eberle Scholarship for students studying wine and viticulture at Cal Poly.

• Saturday, December 6, 2008 Black Tie Holiday Dinner with Holly Peterson, Napa Valley Holly Peterson’s credentials include a degree in Enology from U.C. Davis and Grand Diplome de Cuisine from the prestigious La Varenne cooking school. She spent years cooking professionally in France, including stints at Château Mouton-Rothschild, Krug, and Remy-Martin. She made news in Europe when she was chosen as the first female chef at a Michelin three-star restaurant, Tantris, in Munich. When she returned to the United States, Holly spent eight years at the Robert Mondavi Winery, developing food and wine programs and events. Now, she teaches food and wine dynamics at The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone. Much of her time outside of teaching is spent importing and marketing Sea Star™ Sea Salt. Holly and her family are great friends of Eberle Winery. She is skilled in creating dinners and events for several hundred people at a time. To have her in our intimate caves of Eberle Winery will be an event to remember.

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NOVO RESTAURANT Located on Higuera Street with its patio sitting luxuriously above San Luis Creek, Novo restaurant is fusion cuisine with a local heart that has captivated this Central Coast town. The menu is a stunning blend of flavors from around the world with a focus on Asian and South American fusions. Chef Justin Gabbert has teamed with owner Robin Covey to create a Tapas selection along with a few large plate items that are a blend of local ingredients with international flare. The menu at Novo does change with the seasons, usually summer and winter and depending on the local farmer’s market. “I’m probably the biggest buyer at the SLO Farmer’s Market. We spend about $40,000 a year there,” says Covey. “The local produce here is astounding.” The wine list at Novo, a Portuguese word meaning “new,” is large and features a vast selection of local Central Coast wines. Seating more than 160 people, if necessary, the large patio, the inside dining room and the basement dining room are all simple and stylish with inviting warm colors and intimate settings. The building itself is one of the original San Luis Obispo turn-of-thecentury brick structures with a full-sized basement and hardwood floors. Novo has been in San Luis Obispo for five years, but every dish is as fresh and new as its first serving. A knowledgeable wait staff that pays attention to customer service, a focus on fresh local ingredients, local wines and Central Coast hospitality, have made Novo a true destination for dining. Novo is open daily from 11 a.m. For more information, call (805) 543-3986 or visit the website at www.novorestaurant.com.

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, hand-selected wine list with a beautiful garden and historical setting. Offering a wide range of menu items from wild game to prime meats and vegetarian/vegan items. 78 N. Ocean Avenue • Wednesday-Sunday 11am-10pm www.hoppesbistro.com • 805.995.1006

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

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

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CAMBRIA ROBIN'S RESTAURANT

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

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

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BAILEYANA / tangent Baileyana and tangent winemaker, Christian Roguenant, was born to wine. A native of the Burgundy region of France who grew up among the vineyards, he decided early on to become a winemaker. His studies at the University of Dijon focused on enology and winemaking and included graduate coursework in wine marketing. This education served him well as he traveled the world to make wine on five continents. Included in his experience were fifteen years with Champagne Deutz, one of the premier Champagne houses in France and service as a consultant to wineries around the world. His travels took him to wineries in Argentina, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Korea (where he made sparkling wine for the 1988 Olympics) and finally to the Central Coast of California. “Where better to first make Chardonnay and Pinot Noir than Burgundy; or Sauvignon Blanc than New Zealand, or Syrah than the North Rhône?” smiles Roguenant. “I have been very fortunate,” he continues, “I have learned so much from so many winemakers and experiences!” When the Niven family, owners of Baileyana and tangent, decided to build a new winery in 1998 they gave a blank slate to Roguenant to design the winery of his dreams. His gracious, light-filled design is state of the art and elegantly functional. Red wines are fermented in the classic Burgundian method in numerous small, open-top fermentors. This compact system allows for gentle punch down of the caps as the wine ferments and enables Roguenant to keep each lot separate by clone, vineyard block, yeast trial or whatever he chooses. Three individually climatecontrolled barrel cellars are available to Roguenant for completing

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fermentation and for aging. Roguenant is also pleased with the esthetics of the winery. “The windows let in a lot of natural light,” he says. “Although the wine never sees the light, the people do and that makes the winery a very pleasant place to work.” Adjacent to the winery, the newly producing Firepeak Vineyard is planted with carefully chosen clones and rootstocks, and is the jewel of the Edna Valley. “This vineyard allows me to achieve my goal: to make the wine as true to the varietal as possible,” Roguenant confirms. “My philosophy of winemaking is this: give me rough but nice diamonds; my job is to polish without scratching them.” He enjoys selecting from the hand-picked fruit for the Baileyana and tangent wines, most of it from the estate Firepeak and Paragon Vineyards. “My passion and desire is to make better wine every year. A winemaker is the greatest critic about his own wine – always striving to get closer to perfection.” A judge for numerous wine competitions, Roguenant enjoys the camaraderie of his peers. “I continue to learn so much, consulting with other winemakers – here in California and around the world. I enjoy so many wonderful friendships!” He would welcome the opportunity to spend some time with his life-long hobby, photography. For now, he contents himself with taking pictures of his wife Lois and their young son Blake. Baileyana and tangent wines are Winemaker available for tasting at the historic IndeChristian Roguenant pendence Schoolhouse on Orcutt Road in the Edna Valley. More information can be found by calling the tasting room at (805) 269-8200 or at www.baileyana-tangent.com .

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Wine Event Company Inspires Love & Romance with Cinema e Vino – Great Films, Great Wines, Great Food If the thought of being outside under the stars on a warm summer night and sharing great wine, great food and a great film with someone you love is your idea of a romantic evening then look no further than Cinema e Vino to be able to provide that perfect atmosphere for just such an evening. Cinema e Vino partners with selected California Central Coast wineries to create romantic evenings for people who enjoy wine tasting, Italian cuisine and watching great movies. The company, founded by Gina DeGirolamo and Melita Toscano, turns scenic wineries into romantic vineyard cinemas. “Last year was such a huge success for us that there was no question we would do a second season,” says Gina. “The most wonderful thing for us was that so many people came to celebrate special occasions such as anniversaries, birthdays and honeymoons. We even had one couple get engaged at our event.” The evening begins with a private wine tasting just for Cinema e Vino guests at select vineyards such as Cass, Villicana, Meridian and Gainey. Each event is created to accommodate a limited amount of people, ensuring a warm and intimate environment from start to finish. Guests are then escorted to a scenic vineyard theater, staged with comfortable chairs and cozy blankets. Once seated, your gourmet Tuscan dinner basket is served, freshly prepared and warm from the oven. Under a canopy of stars and with friends, family or that very special someone by your side, a film flickers to life on the screen.

Cinema e Vino’s state-of-the-art equipment ensures a first-rate cinematic experience, while the food, wine and Mother Nature provide the ambiance. “This year we are particularly excited to be offering very special weekend packages that include hotel accommodations and spa treatments to complement the Cinema a Vino experience,” says Melita. “The company is expanding to include elements that seem to go hand in hand. More than a stand alone event, Cinema e Vino becomes the centerpiece of a fun filled, romantic and memorable weekend.” Ticket price is $65 for wine club members, $75 for the general public (includes $10 voucher good for wine room purchase that evening). Advance ticket purchase is required due to limited seating per event. Cinema E Vino is also available for corporate and private functions, as well as fundraisers. For more information, call (805) 238-0095 or visit www.Cinemaevino.com.

Cinema e Vino Schedule FRIDAY, JULY 11TH SOME LIKE IT HOT Marilyn Monroe, Jack Lemmon, Tony Curtis Gainey Winery, Santa Ynez

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8TH CHICAGO Catherine Zeta-Jones, Renee Zellwegger, Richard Gere Gainey Winery, Santa Ynez

SATURDAY, JULY 19TH DUCK SOUP The Marx Bros. Cass Winery, Paso Robles

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16TH THE GRADUATE Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft, Katharine Ross Cass Winery, Paso Robles

SATURDAY, JULY 26TH GREASE the sing-a-long Olivia Newton-John, John Travolta Meridian Winery, Paso Robles

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 23RD GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES Meridian Winery, Paso Robles

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SYLVESTER WINERY Summer Event Series Kicks Off at New Event Center Long considered one of Paso Robles’ best kept secrets among locals, Sylvester is open daily and still offers free tasting. The tasting room doubles as a gourmet foods shop, housing one of the Central Coast’s best selections of gourmet meats and cheeses. For the cheese enthusiast gourmet cheese pairing is offered daily. While Sylvester is known for its collection of reasonably priced everyday drinking wines, the tasting room features the reserve labels; Kiara Reserve and Le Vigne di San Domenico, named after Sylvester’s two grandchildren, Kiara and Domenic. They offer a wide range of wines to suit every possible palate. Kiara Reserve the premium selection of wines, is best described as full of rich fruit aromas combined with vivid color and robust body. Le Vigne di San Domenico is the pinnacle of their production. Only limited quantities of the most intense and complex wines are hand selected by the winemakers to be bottled for this label. The tasting room sits on a 400-acre ranch, purchased by Sylvester Feichtinger in 1960. The property, apart from being home to a wide variety of animals such as Haflinger horses and miniature donkeys, has 100 acres of pistachio trees and 200 acres of grapes.

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built in 1995. These classic railcars are the back drop for Sylvester’s new park and event center. The park is mainly used as picnic grounds for visitors. The completion of this new park has prompted the winery to start a Summer Sunset Event Series. The series kicks off in the new wine park on June 28th with the first annual Karaoke Night featuring DJ Brian. This event will be complimentary to the public and will be held from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. The second event in the series will be Reggae Night featuring a live reggae band. Cost for the show is $25 per person and will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The final event is Open Mic Night open to local performers. This night will be complimentary to the public and will go from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. as well. Sylvester Vineyards & Winery is located at 5115 Buena Vista Drive in Paso Robles, just four miles off the hustle and bustle of Highway 46 East.

Upcoming events at Sylvester Winery • June 28 – Karaoke 5:30pm - 8:30pm • July 26 – Reggae Night • August 16 – Open Mic Night

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

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

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TASTE WHAT DOWNTOWN HAS TO OFFER Arroyo Robles Family owned and operated, it is our goal to enhance your wine tasting experience and show you the true beauty of Paso Robles wines. Tasting bar features gifts, wine accessories and picnic supplies. Open Daily 11-7 | 739 12th St, Paso Robles 877-759-WINE | www.arroyorobles.com

Bear Cave Cellars Hand-crafted Paso Robles red wines. Come on by when you see the Bear Flag fly or give us a call and we will open. 1227 Park Street Suite B Paso Robles 805-238-4329

Downtown Paso Robles is home to more than 10 premium tasting rooms, all within walking distance of one another. Each of these boutique wineries offers a unique experience with individual flavor. Together they make for an unforgettable Wine Country destination

Orchid Hill Fine premium estate wines are paired with cheese to complement your tasting experience on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and by appointment. We also feature art work by world-renowned artist Jean-Pierre de Rothschild. 1140 Pine Street, Paso Robles 805-237-7525 Daily 11:30-6 or by appointment

Pianetta Winery Pianetta Winery creates limited releases of premium red varietals and blends using our own Estate Vineyards in Indian Valley. From growing to winemaking our techniques focus on balance and intense flavor. Join us at the Historic Granger’s Union Building. 829 13th Street, Paso Robles 805-226-4005 | www.pianettawinery.com Sunday, Monday, Thursday: 12pm-6pm Friday & Saturday: 11am-7pm

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Owned by a family of professional musicians, you will always be entertained in our lively tasting room.

Edward Sellers is a boutique winery specializing in small lots of handmade American Rhône-style wines from Paso Robles. Our awarding winning wines reveal an elegant structure and an intense fruit concentration distinctive of their progressive Central Coast origins.

Vihuela (vee-way-la) is a boutique winery with a passion for old-world Spanish guitar and a taste for new world, artisan wine.

Experience our award-winning wines and music memorabilia. 710 Pine Street, Paso Robles 805-227-6800 Thursday-Monday 11-7, Closed Tuesday & Wednesday

Come in and enjoy a taste. 1220 Park Street, Paso Robles in the newly completed “Clock Tower Building” 805-239-8915 | www.edwardsellers.com Thursday-Monday, Noon-7

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Annual Basil Festival Set for July 21-22 An action-packed weekend is planned for the 16th annual Basil Festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 21 and 22 at Lone Madrone Tasting Room & Herb Farm. The farm, formerly known as Sycamore Farm, is located at 2485 Hwy. 46 West in Paso Robles. The event runs both days from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and proceeds will benefit the MakeA-Wish Foundation of the Tri-Counties. Guests will discover the delights of basil beer, basil ice cream and basil chocolates, as well as a pesto contest, wine tasting, art projects for kids, and demonstrations by local artists. Cuisine prepared by Dining with Andre will be available for purchase. Saturday’s pesto contest is open to everyone, with three categories: traditional pesto, original recipe and crowd favorite. First place and runner-up will receive prizes of $50 and $30 Lone Madrone gift certificates. For entry forms, contact Maureen Herrera at (805) 2380845 or email [email protected]. Crowd judging in the pesto contest begins at 12 p.m. Festival goers may purchase pesto sampling tickets for $3 each, which allow a vote for crowd favorite. The formal judging by celebrity judges will begin at 1:15 p.m. Julie & the Bad Dogs with Louie Ortega will entertain with the blues from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Basil Festival T-shirts will be available for purchase as part of the fund raiser. Available both Saturday and Sunday will be a “Wish quilt” project, with squares of fabric for people to create colorful messages. These squares will be assembled into quilts at a later date by the Almond Country Quilters, and then auctioned off. Sunday is Family Day, with lots of activities for kids. Sunday’s roots rhythms music with positive lyrics comes to us from Ras Danny and the Reggae All-Stars. Adults can participate in Lone Madrone wine tasting, try three types of basil beer provided by Firestone, and taste the herbal wines at Vinfuzion. Proceeds from the sale of T-shirts, pesto tasting tickets, and basil beer will benefit the Make a Wish Foundation. Entry donations of $5 per couple are suggested (children are free). The Make a Wish Foundation has as its mission to grant the wishes of children who suffer from life-threatening medical conditions. Last year the foundation fulfilled more than 12,600 wishes for kids between ages 2 to 18 around the country. Yet statistics show that more than 25,000 children in the United States are diagnosed with a lifethreatening medical condition and become eligible for the Make-aWish experience. Sadly, they are reaching only about 50% of these children. For more event information, contact Maureen Herrera at Lone Madrone, (805) 238-0845.

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Visit some of the newest and most exciting wineries on Califonia’s Central Coast! STILL WATERS VINEYARDS Taste handcrafted estate wines of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sarah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. Bring a picnic and enjoy the spectacular views from our olive grove overlooking the vineyard. Thursday-Monday 11-5pm 2750 Old Grove Lane, Paso Robles 805-237-9231 | www.stillwatersvineyards.com

Fine Wine… Friendl y P eo ple Open Daily 11-5 4295 Union Road 805-237-8884 www.riosecowine.com

B & E VINEYARDS Our vineyard has been in since the late ’80s. B & E Vineyard is a small family owned winery. We invite you come and taste our wines in the B & E Saloon that overlooks the vineyard. Daily 11am-5pm 10000 Creston Road, Paso Robles 805-238-4815 www.bevineyard.com

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

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Rio Seco Vineyard & Winery – A Diamond in the Rough by Dave Wilcox

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hen Tom and Carol Hinkle first glimpsed the site where they would eventually establish Rio Seco Vineyard and Winery, they both thought the same thing: It was a mess. They saw more than a dozen or so abandoned cars, remnants of a charred home, and chicken and pig pens. Then there were the bullet holes piercing the walls of an old barn where authorities had busted one of the area’s largest marijuana-growing rings. But as a professional baseball scout with more than 25 years experience, Tom Hinkle has developed his ability to witness potential that others might overlook. “He could look past the mess, to the site, and saw the promise and so many possibilities,” Carol Hinkle said of her husband. That promise has been kept. Despite a schedule that keeps him on the road much of the year, Hinkle and his wife, a retired schoolteacher, have developed Rio Seco into a respected winery that produces about 4,000 cases annually. Thirty of the ranch’s 64 acres are planted, with a little more than half growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Cabernet Franc. Hinkle said after much investigation, he also decided to plant Roussanne and Viognier as the winery’s white varietals. Rio Seco’s blend of Viognier and Orange Muscat is playfully named “Rio Vio.” The Hinkles, who live a few miles south of Paso Robles in Atascadero, knew they wanted to stay in San Luis Obispo County even after Tom left his job in 1980 as assistant coach for the Cal Poly baseball team to become a scout. Hinkle, an All-American catcher signed in 1963 by the Detroit Tigers, is responsible for recruiting future Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith to Cal Poly. Some sound investments enabled the couple to buy the 64-acre spread on Paso Robles’ east side overlooking a dry creek (hence, Rio Seco) in 1996. The site had been used to make a B-movie called “The Junkman,” which Hinkle said is why so many beat-up cars littered the grounds. They were bonded in 1998 and their initial vintages were made under the direction of a consulting winemaker. But in 2000, the Hinkles purchased winemaking equipment from Pesenti Winery when it was sold to Turley Cellars. The decision to buy the equipment, instead of paying a consulting winemaker, was empowering,

said Carol Hinkle. They were now in control of their wine from vineyard to bottle. Along with assistant winemaker Eric Bauer (who pitched for Hinkle at Cal Poly during the early 1970s), Hinkle began crafting single-varietal wines along with blends with baseball-themed labels – Clubhouse Red and the Rio Seco Vineyard Paso Robles MVP Reserve Red Table Wine. Hinkle scouts his grapes the same way he eyes ballplayers, looking for nuances that distinguish great fruit from good fruit. Like most good winemakers, Hinkle believes quality wines are “made” in the vineyards. Once harvest is complete and the grapes are crushed, he isn’t one to tinker. “Start with good fruit (and) keep it simple” is the philosophy that guides his winemaking, said Hinkle. “The hard part of this business is farming,” he said while walking through the vineyard on a recent postcard-perfect morning. “We really work to get quality fruit.” Rio Seco’s red wines spend up to 24 months in the barrel, then another eight months to a year in the bottle, before their release. Road trips provide Hinkle with plenty of time to mull ideas for the winery. “Tom’s an idea guy,” said Carol. For the baseball scout, it’s all about the fundamentals: Good food, good wine, good friends, all coming together in a beautiful spot. Tasting room hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Monday. You can find Rio Seco Vineyards and Winery at 4295 Union Road. Exit Highway 101 at Highway 46 East and travel about two miles to Union Road and turn right. Make an immediate left and the winery is about two miles down the road. Call (805) 237-8884 or visit www.riosecowine.com for more information.

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

CHATEAU MARGENE

Enjoy the beauty of gently rolling hills in the Paso Robles countryside and discover some of the newest and most exciting wineries on California’s Central Coast.

A micro winery specializing in the production of small lots of luxury, handcrafted Cabernet Sauvignon. Chateau Margene produces 3,000 cases per year and focuses on viticulture and winemaking practices that offer maximum expression of the Paso Robles terrior. Come enjoy the wines and picnic on the deck or under the oaks. Open Saturday-Sunday Noon-5pm By advanced appointment on Fridays 4385 La Panza Road, Creston, CA 805-238-2321 | www.chateaumargene.com

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Morovino Showcases Work of Nationally Recognized Artist Now through July 31 at Morovino Winery, American Abstract Symbolist art by Herbert Evans Macdonald will be on display. The work of Herbert Evans Macdonald (1898 to 1972) is in the permanent collections of the Montclair Museum and Newark Museum in New Jersey. In his lifetime he received several purchase awards including The American Academy of Arts and Letters. Macdonald worked primarily in watercolor, occasionally combined with oil and acrylic. He worked extensively with paint manufacturers to solve the problem of having watercolors retain their original brilliance. Locally, Macdonald’s art is curated by his nephew, Neil Macdonald of Solvang. Morovino Winery tasting room located at 550 1st Street, Avila Beach. The tasting room is open daily, from noon to 5 p.m. Call (805) 627-1443 for information.

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Kenneth Volk Vineyards wine critics led to a “cabernetization” of all red varieties – through their “bigger and blacker is better” message. “At the same time, newer Dijon clones of Pinot Noir have been selected for their ability to reach maturity in cooler climates. These create riper wines with more color extraction than the old standard clones, like Martini and Pommard, leading to the increased availability of big Pinots,” he said. The movie “Sideways,” in which two wine lovers taste their way through Santa Barbara County vineyards, has also contributed to a more robust interest in Pinot. “This is all great. However, consumers are not being availed of as many wines made in the lovely, delicate style of Pinot Noir that many of us enjoy making and drinking,” he said. Wine drinkers in search of this less-extracted style of Pinot Noir might enjoy KVV’s 2006 change to 2005 Santa Maria Cuvee, a deeply pigmented wine displays aromas of ripe, red fruits, toasted oak and Asian spices. You can sample this delicate beauty and many others at the KVV. You can sample this delicate beauty and many others at the

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KVV tasting room, open 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily at 5230 Tepusquet Road in Santa Maria. For directions, call (805)-938-7896 or go to www.volkwines.com/find_us/. If you can’t make it to Santa Maria, the next best thing is joining The Cellar Door Club, which – unlike most wine clubs – allows members the choice of either selecting the wines they wish to receive, or allowing Ken to pre-select wines delivered directly to their door. They do caution prospective members that the club may not be for everyone, since it is structured to appeal to the computer-savvy adult who enjoys interacting and communicating via the Web. Members receive four bottles shipped four times a year – March, June, September and November. Members also receive 20 percent off all wine purchases and KVV merchandise, invitations to pre-release parties and complimentary tasting for themselves and three guests.

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Layers: Photographs by Kam Jacoby at Carina Cellars Carina Cellars is proud to welcome the work of local photographer/artist Kam Jacoby in the tasting room through July 31 for a showing of his unique historical/modern photographs. This group of images is part of an ongoing project of photographic preservation.

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Kam Jacoby finds original locations and re-photographing people and places that were captured on film in this valley during the past 133 years or so. He then scans in the original image and combines that with the new image of the same location in present day. “I grew up in Lompoc and my personal history is inextricably linked to this place. When I started looking through the photographs housed in the Lompoc Historical Society … I was mesmerized, not only by the wonderful images, but by the realization that my own experience of growing up in Lompoc is just one of a myriad of stories that make up the history of this town. Thousands of others have lived, loved, triumphed, and struggled on these same streets that hold my memories. Looking through old photographs of Lompoc, particularly those in which people are an essential elements, has reawakened my interest in this place I call my hometown. Carina Cellars is located at 2900-A Grand Avenue in Los Olivos and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.carinacellars.com or call (805) 688-1020.

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The 21st Annual Santa Barbara Wine Festival, June 28 This is the wine festival you cannot miss! More than 50 of the best Central Coast wineries complemented with some of the best local bakers, caterers and chefs will be in one beautiful, serene spot to tantalize the taste buds of food and wine aficionados. In addition to enticing the palettes, the Santa Barbara Wine Festival will host three food and wine experts (names to be announced). Last year’s event sold out. So this year the Museum has decided to close its campus for the day to accommodate more wine festival guests. Below is a list of participating wineries and food vendors todate. For an updated list and more information about the Santa Barbara Wine Festival go to www.sbnature.org/winefestival. Participating wineries include: Alexander and Wayne, Alma Rosa Winery & Vineyards, Andrew Murray Vineyards, Arthur Earl, Artiste, Au Bon Climat Winery, Babcock Winery & Vineyards, Beckmen Vineyards, Bedford Thompson Winery & Vineyards, The Brander Vineyard, Byron, Calcareous Vineyard, Cambria, Carr Vineyards and Winery, Cass Vineyards and Winery, Chateau Margene, CORE, Cottonwood Canyon Vineyard and Winery, Demetria, Donati Family TM

Vineyard, Eagle Castle Winery, Edward Sellers Vineyards & Wines, Fiddlehead Cellars, Flying Goat Cellars, Foxen, Guy Riedel Wines, Herzog Wine Cellars, Huber Cellars, Hunt Cellars, IO, Kalyra, La Vie Vineyards, Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards, Melville Vineyards and Winery, Michael Grace Wines, Midlife Crisis Winery, Mosby Winery, Opolo Vineyards, Oreana, Palmina Vineyard & Winery, Presidio, Prodigal Winery, Qupé, Rancho Sisquoc Winery, RN Estate Vineyard, Santa Barbara Cellars Wine Storage, Stolpman, Sylvester Vineyards and Winery, Sunstone Vineyards & Winery, Tablas Creek Vineyard, Tolosa, Westerly Vineyards and Whitcraft Winery. Food vendors are: Bella Dolce Bakery, Classic Grill Catering Co., D’Angelo Bakery, Hollister Brewing Company, Jake’s Cottage Café, Lazy Acres, Santa Barbara Olive Company, Santa Barbara Chocolate Fountains, Savoy Truffles, The Berry Man and Village Modern Foods. Tickets for members are $50 and $75 for non-members. The event takes place from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. To purchase tickets, call (805) 682-4711 ext. 443 or go online to www.sbnature.org/tickets. Proceeds benefit the Museum's exhibits and educational programs. The Santa Barbara Wine Festival is sponsored in part by The Dreier Group, The Tent Merchant, Santa Barbara Daily Sound, TravelHost Magazine, KDB, KLITE and KTYD.

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

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★ Arroyo Robles – Paso Robles 739 12th St; 877-759-WINE

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Kukkula – Templeton 9525 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-434-5475

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L’Aventure Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su 11-4 or By Appt 2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588

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Laura’s Vineyard – Paso Robles 5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300

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Le Cuvier – Paso Robles 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-238-5706

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Linne Calodo – Paso Robles 3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797

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

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

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

★ Bianchi Winery – Paso Robles 3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922

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★ EOS Estate Winery – Paso Robles 5625 Hwy 46 East; 805-239-2562

Black Hand – San Miguel 1735 Nygren Rd; 805-712-WINE

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★ Falcon Nest Winery– Paso Robles Daily 5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 10-7:30

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-5

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

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

Madison Cellars – Paso Robles 4540 Hwy 41; 805-238-9831 Maloy O’Neill – Paso Robles 5725 Union Rd; 805-238-7320

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

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

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Garretson Wine Co. – Paso Robles Daily 11-5 2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-239-2074

★ Cayucos Cellars – Cayucos 131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036

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

Sa 11:30-5 By Su 12-4 Appt X

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

Daily 11-5:30

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

Daily 10-5

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

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

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

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★ J Lohr – Paso Robles 6169 Airport Rd; 805-239-8900

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Bella Luna – Templeton 1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477

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

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Doce Robles – Paso Robles 2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766

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★ Anglim Winery – Paso Robles Th-Mo 11-6 740 Pine St; 805-227-6813 Su 12-6 & By Appt

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

Su-Th 10-5 Fr-Sa 10-6

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

By Appt

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

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★ Halter Ranch Vnyd– Paso Robles 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455

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

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

Daily 10-5:30

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

Daily 10-5:30

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

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

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

Daily 12-5

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

Th-Mo 11-5

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

Th-Mo 12-5

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

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

Th-Mo 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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Hunt Cellars – Paso Robles 2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600

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

★ D’Anbino Cellars – Paso Robles 710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 Dark Star Cellars – Paso Robles 2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389

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

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

★ Hearthstone Tasting Room – Paso Robles 1244 Pine St, Ste A; 805 237-8730 Th-Mo 10:30-6

Daily 10:30-5:30

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

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

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Ortman Family Vnyds – Paso Robles Th-Mo 1317 Park Street; 805-237-9009 12-7

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Scott Aaron – Templeton 422 South Main; 888-611-9463

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mo-Th 12-7 Fr-Sa 12-8 Su 11-4

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★ Penman Springs Vineyard – Paso Robles 1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 Fr-Su 11-5

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Skyhawk Lane – San Miguel 1605 Commerce Way; 213-200-4661

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

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★ Pianetta – Paso Robles 829 13th St; 805-226-4005

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

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

Su 11-5 By Appt

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

Th-Mo 11-5

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

By Appt

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

Daily 11-5

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

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

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

Daily 11-5

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

Fr-Su 10-5

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

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

We-Su 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

Fr-Su 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

By Appt

★ Robert Hall – Paso Robles 3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 Rotta Winery – Paso Robles 3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0510 ★ Rocky Creek Cellars – Templeton 8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919

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★ San Marcos Creek Vineyard – Paso Robles 7750 North Hwy; 805-467-9260 Daily 11-5

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

By Appt

Daily 10-5:30

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

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

Daily 10-5

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

By Appt

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

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★ Vihuela Winery – Paso Robles 1307 Park St; 805 835-4304 Villicana Winery – Paso Robles 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 ★ Vina Robles – Paso Robles 3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812

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

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

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Fr-Mo 11-5

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

Th-Su 11-5

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

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★ Pozo Valley – Santa Margarita 2200 El Camino Real; 805-286-7172

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

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

Fr-Su 11-5

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

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Daily 10-5

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

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Kelsey See Canyon – San Luis Obispo Daily 1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 11-5

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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

Daily 11-5

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Morovino – Avila Beach 550 1st St; 805-627-1443

Th-Mo 12-5

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

Th-Mo 10-5

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

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

Daily 11-6

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

Daily 11-5

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

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

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

Daily 11-5

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

By Appt

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

Daily 10-5

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

By Appt

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

Daily 11-6

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

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

Daily 10-5

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-9

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 10-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

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

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

Daily 10-4

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-6

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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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Th-Su 11-5

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

Daily 11-6

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

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

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

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Daily 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

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L O M P O C / B U E L LT O N Alma Rosa – Buellton 7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090

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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

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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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Fiddlehead Cellars – at the Lompoc Wine Ghetto 1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 530-756-4550 Th-Sa 11-4 Foley Estates – Lompoc 6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222 Harrison-Clarke – Lompoc 805-686-0850

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Hitching Post Wines – at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton 406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X X Huber Vineyards – Lompoc 4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 Ken Brown Wines – Buellton 2025 Still Meadows Rd; 805-448-3791 Lafond Vineyard – Buellton 6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 Melville Vineyard – Lompoc 5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030

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Daily 11-4

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

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

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★ Trio – Solvang Th-Su 11-5 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 or By Appt Tasting room for Badge Wines, DiBruno & Curran Wines Uncorked/Monsoon Cellars Fr-Sa 12-9pm 467 Alisal Rd Ste 2; 805-693-8000; Solvang Su 12-6 ★ Vigna Ladonna – Solvang 1608 Copenhagen, 805-693-WINE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Michael Grace – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang X Daily 9:30-5:30 1539 Mission; 805-686-9323 Ovene Winery – at Old Mission Tasting Company in Solvang 1539 Mission; 714-420-2525 Daily 9:30-5:30 X

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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