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SANTA MARIA VALLEY WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 SOLVANG, LOS OLIVOS, SANTA YNEZ WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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MIDLIFE CRISIS WINERY Following a ‘Crazy Dream’ by Dave Wilcox

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ill and Kevin Mittan remain in the midst of a mid-life crisis. And that’s okay. Their “crazy dream” of having a winery – the Midlife Crisis Winery – while holding down day jobs in the post-production field of the entertainment industry a couple of hundred miles away continues to thrive. They are moving forward with plans for their own winery building and a sustainably farmed vineyard – which the couple has named Crisis Solved Vineyard. “We want to make full use of wind power and solar power and also want to use grey water,” said Jill Mittan. Sustainable farming and energy use, she noted, makes both economic and environmental sense over the long term. In the meantime, Midlife Crisis Winery continues to cultivate its customer base through its downtown Paso Robles tasting room, which is now open daily. And the Mittans continue commuting on the weekends to Paso Robles and various tasting events around California. The odometers on the couple’s vehicles are

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a testament to their well-traveled lifestyle. Jill’s Subaru Forrester has racked up about 182,000 miles, while Kevin has logged more than 260,000 miles on his GMC Sierra truck. Their two Australian shepherds, Sydney and Roo Boy, are seasoned travelers. All the traveling and their non-stop schedule is worth it, said Jill. “Making wine is re-energizing,” she said, “because it’s so different from what we do in our careers. It’s grounded and real and at the end of the day there’s this product and you can say, ‘We made this and people enjoy it.’ That is cool.” Midlife Crisis Winery went from dream to reality in 2004. During a three-month period, the couple sold their house in Los Angeles (during the real estate boom) and found a smaller residence, purchased about 22 acres in Paso Robles and became a bonded winery. While starting the winery was a leap of faith, the Mittans had already developed a solid track record as winemakers. They have studied at UC Davis and trained with a commercial winemaker for years in Southern California, where as amateur winemakers they garnered more than 60 regional and international awards. www.winecountrythisweek.com

Much of the fruit they used in their garage winery came from Paso Robles. When they decided to start a commercial winery, their respect for the grapes grown in the Paso Robles region led them to look for property there. Jill’s winemaking inspiration stretches back to her childhood, growing up in an Irish-Italian neighborhood of Ohio. There she watched some of the older Italian men make wine using traditional Old World grapes that they either grew in their yards, or managed to get their hands on. Those Italian winemaking roots live on at the Midlife Crisis Winery, where varietals such as Sangiovese, Barbera, Pinot Grigio, and, more recently, Nebbiolo, are among an eclectic mix that also includes Rhone and Bordeaux grapes. They make a couple of sparkling wines and a dry rosé. “I like to make wines that are very food friendly,” said Jill. The fruit-forward style of Midlife Crisis also includes a robust blend bottled under the label Roo Boy Red. It’s made using Petite Sirah, Merlot and Tempranillo. Jill Mittan’s experience with the Old World-style Pinot Grigio also influences how its made at Midlife

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK WINE COUNTRY NEWS Crisis, with oak added to give it a more rounded mouth-feel with a long, creamy finish. Again, said Mittan, it’s a more food-friendly version of the wine. Growing the winery remains part of the Mittans’ future plans, although it will be gradual. For one thing, Kevin and Jill remain the winery’s only staff, serving as the winemakers, cellar workers, bottling line and sales and marketing department. (They do have a tasting room manager holding down the fort.) Their initial vintage, 2004, produced 800 cases. Since then, they’ve steadily increased to 1,500 in 2005, 2,200 in 2006 and about 3,000 in 2007. Midlife Crisis is one of about a dozen wineries with tasting rooms in downtown Paso Robles, which is generating a generous amount of buzz nationally for its combination of top-notch wine tasting options along with cutting edge restaurants – all within comfortable walking distance. A recent issue of Bon Apetit magazine even named Paso Robles one of that nation’s top small towns for “foodies.” As for the winery’s name, the inspiration came from an email in which Jill’s brother, responding to the news the couple was starting a winery, wrote: “Wouldn’t a sports car have been cheaper.” A sports car being the symbol of a mid-life crisis, the connection was made and a name was born. And now visitors to the Midlife Crisis tasting room will find stickers with sports cars on them and stress balls shaped like a little red sports car. The tasting room can be found about a block from Paso Robles downtown park plaza, at the corner of Pine and 13th streets. It is open from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. You can also visit the winery’s new website at www.midlifecrisiswinery.com, or call at (805) 237-8730. www.winecountrythisweek.com

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY PASO ROBLES ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar Local winemaker featured each week. 5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles www.vinotecawinebar.com • Nov 12: Graveyard Vineyard • Nov 15: Christian Lazo Winery • Nov 19: Rotta Winery ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Gourmet Pairings at Meridian Vineyards Try gourmet food paired with fine wine 12-5pm, $5, 805-226-7133, Paso Robles www.meridianvineyards.com ONGOING SATURDAYS Templeton Farmers’ Market Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables 9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton ONGOING SATURDAYS Paso Robles Farmers’ Market Country farm arts and crafts market 8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles ONGOING Painting Exhibits at Villicana Winery Enjoy fine art work along with fine wines. 11am-5pm, 805-239-9456, Paso Robles ONGOING Estrella Warbird Museum Fascinating collection of military aircrafts 10am-4pm, 805-227-0440, www.ewarbirds.org HH ONGOING IN NOVEMBER Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars Color of Autumn; Paso Art Assn. Juried Art Show 10am-5:30pm, 888-DAM-FINE, www.castorocellars.com HH ONGOING FRIDAYS 15 Degrees C Wines Beer Tastings Featured beer every Friday night, 6pm, $10, Templeton 805-434-1554 , 15degreesCwines.com HH ONGOING Safe Haven Events 805-238-SAFE, Paso Robles • Nov 13: Give the Gift of Proper Wine Storage • Dec 11: Holiday Entertaining Tips by the Experts ONGOING THROUGH NOVEMBER 16 The Paderewski Festival Celebrating the legacy of this extraordinary pianist. The purpose of the Paderewski Festival in Paso Robles is to educate the community about Paderewski's close ties to Paso Robles with many concerts and events throughout Paso Robles. 805-239-4437 www.paderewskifest.com NOVEMBER 14 Paesano Pick Up Party at Donati Family Vineyard Live music, light hors d’oeuvres, chatting with wine production staff & more. 11am-5pm, 877-511-9463 Templeton, www.donatifamilyvineyard.com. NOVEMBER 14 Meet Paderewski Concert at Cass Wines Concert & Polish-themed dinner featuring Rudolph Budginnis. 6pm, concert $35, dinner $40, Paso Robles 805-227-2888, www.casswines.com. HH NOVEMBER 15 Elegant Evening in Downtown Paso Robles Holiday open houses with complimentary refreshments, trolley rides, strolling minstrels, vocalists & live mannequins. 5-8pm, 805-238-4103, Downtown Paso Robles www.pasoroblesdowntown.org

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NOVEMBER 15 Harvest Winemaker Dinner at Harmony Cellars Gourmet, multi-course dinner hosted by Winemaker Chuck Mulligan & catered by Harmony’s favorite chef Christian Raia. 6pm, $145, 805-927-1625, Harmony www.harmonycellars.com

HH DECEMBER 6-7 NOVEMBER 30 Holiday Open House at Jada Winery Christmas Street Faire Christmas music, appetizers & Santa in person with all his Music, dancing, kiddie entertainment, Santa Claus, food & Ho Ho Ho’s. Bring a toy for Toys for Tots and a can of food or more. Morro Bay, 877-478-9477, www.morro-bay.ca.us box of food for the food bank to waive your tasting fee. DECEMBER 6 10am-5pm, 805-226-4200, www.jadavineyard.com Lighted Boat Parade All shapes and sizes of boats are decorated for the holiday HH DECEMBER 7 NOVEMBER 15-16 season harbor cruise. Morro Bay SLO Kennel Club Dog Show A Reading of The Polar Express at Sylvester Winery 805-772-4467, www.morro-bay.ca.us Obedience & rally dog show, 8am-3pm, $4, Paso Robles A special reading of the Polar Express read inside the 805-473-1560, www.midstatefair.com Pullman train cars to benefit the Family Care Network. DECEMBER 7 805-227-4000, [email protected] Holdiay Tree Lighting Celebration HH NOVEMBER 20-24 Santa and his elves, music, treats & more www.sylvesterwinery.com Paso Robles Digital Film Festival 805-772-6278. Morro Bay City Park A five-day world-class film and music event with The CAYUCOS AND MORRO BAY SAN LUIS OBISPO Bacon Brothers (featuring Kevin Bacon and Michael Bacon) ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH and The Kyle Eastwood Band (Clint’s son). Screenings ONGOING TUESDAYS Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves include Clint Eastwood’s Tony Bennett: The Music Never 2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste Art, crafts, children’s activities, music & more Ends, with Director Bruce Ricker and Academy Award Weekly drink specials, 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE 10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach winning Editor Joel Cox in attendance. San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com www.pismochamber.com 805-221-5259, Visit www.prdff.com for details. ONGOING WEDNESDAYS ONGOING HH NOVEMBER 21 Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste Central Coast Outdoor Day Hikes Paso Nouveau Pick-up Party at Vina Robles Tastings with the winemaker Sat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Bay Vina Robles Wine Club Event with barrel samples 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE www.centralcoastoutdoors.com and delicious French fare. 805-369-0140 San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com ONGOING [email protected], www.vinarobles.com ONGOING Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists HH NOVEMBER 21 Christopher Cohan Center Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists, Morro Bay, Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo 7pm, 805-772-2504, www.morrobayartassociation.org at Adelaida Cellars 805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org ONGOING Fine wine traditional French peasant fare • Nov 15: Bandfest ’08-Mi Alma Latina Adventures with Nature 6pm, $25, 805-239-8980, Paso Robles • Nov 20: The Bald Soprano Docent guided walks at Morro Bay State Park Museum www.adelaidacellars.com • Nov 21: Canadian Mist Bob & Tom Comedy All-Stars of Natural History, 805-772-2694, www.ccnha.org • Nov 22: The Bald Soprano HH NOVEMBER 28 Various hikes including; Fast Hike to Coon Creek, White’s Point • Nov 24: Takacs String Quartet Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony Vistas, Black Hill Trail, Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon. • Dec 2: Warren Miller Film: Children of Winter Mrs. Claus lights downtown with caroling & refreshments, ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH • Dec 4: Sweeney Todd 5:30pm, Downtown Paso Robles Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk • Dec 5: A Modern Gospel Christmas www.pasoroblesdowntown.org, 805-238-4103 Art galleries’open house receptions ONGOING NOVEMBER 28 5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay The San Luis Obispo Art Center Black Friday at Donati Family Vineyards ONGOING SATURDAYS Permanent collection and constantly rotating exhibits of Escape to Wine Country for great deals on wine and great Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay works by local artists in all media – paintings, sculpture, gifts! 10am-5pm, 877-511-9463, Paso Robles Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians photography and more. 11am-5pm, San Luis Obispo www.donatifamilyvineyards.com 3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay www.sloartcenter.org, 805-543-8562 HH NOVEMBER 28-30 NOVEMBER 30 ONGOING WEEKENDS Thanksgiving Weekend at Jada Winery Christmas Street Faire Live Music at Mother’s Tavern Special pairings, barrel samples, holiday sale on wine Live entertainment, food & fabulous crafts Beautiful upscale tavern with big band music most 10am-5pm, 805-748-7780, Morro Bay & merchandise. 10am-5pm, Paso Robles Sundays, too! Call for schedules. www.morrobay.org/cm/Home.html www.jadavineyard.com, 805-226-4200 805-541-8733, www.motherstavern.com, San Luis Obispo DECEMBER 5 Meridian Friday Afternoon with Black Sheep Gourmet Foods Sample unique products paired with “Limited Release”wines. 12-5pm, Paso Robles www.pasowine.com, 805-226-7133 HH DECEMBER 6 Black Tie Holiday Dinner in the Eberle Caves Holiday dinner at Eberle Winery with renowned chef Holly Peterson of Napa Valley. 6pm, $150/$120 Cellar Club 805-238-9607, Paso Robles, www.eberlewinery.com HH DECEMBER 6 47th Annual Christmas Light Parade Annual holiday light parade, 7pm, Downtown Paso Robles 805-238-4103, www.pasoroblesdowntown.org HH DECEMBER 6 Anglim Art, Wine, and Song Featuring local artists along with live music, gourmet cheeses & boutique Rhône-style wines, 5-7pm Paso Robles, 805-227-6813, www.anglimwinery.com DECEMBER 6 Holiday Open House at Donati Family Vineyard Shop with a glass of wine in hand? 10am-6pm, 877-511-9463, Paso Robles www.donatifamilyvineyard.com

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WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK CALENDAR OF EVENTS 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, www.slochs.org/dallidet ONGOING Automobilia Museum Specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes along with many other antiques relating to transportation. 10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis Obispo ONGOING Hearst Castle Tours Experience grand reflections from the 1930s, $30, 800-444-4445, San Simeon, www.hearstcastle.com ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Art Gallery Events “Art After Dark” Various art galleries stay open late & host artist receptions with wine & cheese. 5-9pm 805-544-9251, San Luis Obispo www.sloartcouncil.org ONGOING 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. NOVEMBER 16 14th Annual Fall Concert with the San Luis Obispo County Band Sousa marches, selections from Leonard Bernstein and Rodgers & Hammerstein. Benefits SLO Homeless Shelter. 3pm, 805-543-5691, San Luis Obispo, slocountyband.org NOVEMBER 21 Canadian Mist Bob & Tom Comedy All-Stars Tour Ensemble of great comedians 7:30pm, $32, 805-756-2687, San Luis Obispo NOVEMBER 21 – DECEMBER 13 Daughters of the Lone Star 805-786-2440, SLO Little Theatre, San Luis Obispo NOVEMBER 28 Country Christmas Craft Fair 30th annual crafts fair and boutique featuring artisans from the Central Coast and beyond. 10am-4pm, free, 805-466-0191, Veterans Memorial Building DECEMBER 6 Joyous Sounds of Christmas 8pm, 805-541-6797, www.vocalarts.org Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, San Luis Obispo

DECEMBER 7 Joyous Sounds of Christmas 3pm, 805-541-6797, San Luis Obispo, www.vocalarts.org DECEMBER 13 Home Dedication with Habitat for Humanity Ribbon cutting ceremony, tours & refreshments 2pm, 805-782-0687, San Luis Obispo www.hfhsloco.org ATASCADERO NOVEMBER 15 Pavilion on the Lake Holiday Boutique There will be approximately 60 vendors on-site for this one day only show where all items are handmade by the sellers. 10am-3pm, Atascadero 805-461-5000, www.atascadero.org AVILA BEACH ONGOING SUNDAYS Art on the Beach at Avila Beach Artists paint & present their work 10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier ONGOING FRIDAYS Frist Friday at Morovino Delicious food and wine pairings 4-6pm, $12, 805-627-1443, Avila Beach • Dec 5: Sweet Earth Organic Chocolates

ONGOING Clark Center for Performing Arts 805-489-9444, Arroyo Grande, www.clarkcenter.org • Nov 21: Bella Sorella • Nov 22: The Nutcracker • Nov 27: Pet Side Story • Nov 28: A Night Before Christmas • Dec 20: The Nutcracker HH ONGOING FRIDAY’S Wine Down at Wood Winery Enjoy reserve wines & gourmet cheese, 4-7pm Arroyo Grande, 805-489-9663, www.wildwoodwine.com [email protected] NOVEMBER 30 Activities in the Village Christmas concert, tree lighting ceremony, caroling with Santa & an outdoor movie. Arroyo Grande 805-473-2250, www.arroyograndevillage.org DECEMBER 7 Elegant Evening in the Village Village merchants provide music, festive décor & hors d’oeuvres. www.arroyograndevillage.org 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande OCEANO

HH DECEMBER 4 Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards Stroll through the schoolhouse & patio with hors d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts and clothing from local artists and designers.The evening will have an exciting theme with guest vendors, chefs & live music. 5:30-8:30pm $25, $20 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE www.salisburyvineyards.com

ONGOING THROUGH DECEMBER 31 The Great American Melodrama 805-489-2499, www.americanmelodrama.com Popular spoof show designed to bring a year's worth of smiles to you and your loved ones in a great musical theatrical experience! Oceano

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ONGOING Santa Maria Valley Railroad 805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.com Elegant excursions with five star gourmet meals

ONGOING Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077 Arroyo Grande, www.arroyograndevillage.org ONGOING SATURDAYS Arroyo Grande Farmers’ Market Farm fresh produce, music, arts & crafts, 12-2:30pm 805-473-2250, 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

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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 HH ONGOING Friday Night Wine Down at Costa de Oro Great way to end your week or start your weekend! 4:30pm, 805-922-1468, Santa Maria http://www.costadeorowinery.com SANTA MARGARITA ONGOING Spring Flowers Nature Hike Guided hike with trained horticuluralist $15, 805-238-7324, Reservation required Lazy Arrow Ranch, Santa Margarita LOS OLIVOS ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks Free movie & snacks with discussion, 7pm 805-688-1082, www.wildlingmuseum.org ONGOING THURSDAYS Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Café Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres 5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com • Nov 20: Pinot Noir & Chardonnay - Santa Rita Hills • Dec 18: Cabernet Sauvignons Tasting Journey

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WINE COUNTRY NEWS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK ONGOING SATURDAYS Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting Enjoy delicious organic tastings, 10am-2pm, $3 805-693-1600, 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 ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Evening with the Winemaker 5-6pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoswinemerchantcafe.com • Dec 3: River Bench Winery NOVEMBER 29-30 Los Olivos Holiday Art Show Weekend Many artists will be on hand to greet visitors and collectors. 11am-5pm, 805-688-1222, Los Olivos SANTA YNEZ ONGOING MONDAYS Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts Santa Barbara Darts Assn., BBQ and darts, 7pm Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, www.mavericksaloon.org ONGOING Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum and Parks - Janeway Carriage House Exhibits from Chumash period through early 20th century ranch days. 12-4pm, Santa Ynez 805-688-7889, www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org SECOND THURSDAY Wine Impressions at Artiste Join fellow wine lovers for a blind tasting, sensory evaluation & discussion by region. 7-9pm, Santa Ynez 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com ONGOING Chumash Casino Concerts 800-585-3737, Santa Ynez, www.chumashcasino.com • Nov 20: Anita Baker • Dec 5: Shobox • Dec 11: A Chumash County Christmas • Dec 18: Dave Koz ONGOING Cachuma Lake Nature Walk Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail 10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez Park www.cachuma.com ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Jazz on the Deck at Vineyard House Live music and fine food, 6:30pm, $2, Santa Ynez 805-688-2886, www.thevineyardhouse.com ONGOING Art Exhibit at Artiste Winery 11am-5pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com DECEMBER 6 Peppertree Art Show-Finale Art Show over two days hosted by Bob & Trace Eubanks. Over 100 prominent artists will be displaying their work. 7:30pm, 805-688-6205, www.peppertreeartshow.com

DECEMBER 6 Holiday in Wine Country Passport Event Enjoy the natural beauty of the Santa Ynez Valley while tasting delicious premium wines from 14 beautiful member wineries. 11am-4pm, $35, Santa Ynez Valley 800-563-3183, [email protected] www.santaynezwinecountry.com

NOVEMBER 16 Elverhoj Museum of Art Presents "Odyssey" by Suzi Trubitz 11am-5pm, 805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org

ONGOING Historic Downtown Walking Tour Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbara’s past 10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara

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NOVEMBER 21 - DECEMBER 31 Winterfest Celebration A month of events, pageantry & millions of lights 805-688-6144, Solvang Visit www.solvangusa.com for details.

ONGOING Winemaker Dinners at Wine Cask Delicious gourmet dinners paired with local wines, 6:30pm 805-996-9463, www.winecask.com, Santa Barbara • November 20: Ampelos Winery

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

NOVEMBER 23 UCSB Chamber Choir's "Hymn to St. Cecilia" Praised for its sound, musical expressivity and vocal virtuosity, the choir celebrates St. Cecilia. 7pm, 805-688-4815, Solvang, www.music.ucsb.edu

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NOVEMBER 29 From Paris to Provence New Paintings at Artsite Enjoy a four course dinner paired with newly released Artiste wines. www.artiste.com 6pm, $150, 805-686-2626, 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 & foods; check for days/locations. 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, Solvang, 800-624-5572, www.royalscandinavianinn.com ONGOING WEEKENDS Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise Guided 2 hour cruise with wildlife and geology $15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lake www.cachuma.com ONGOING Elverhoj Museum of History & Art Ongoing exhibits of art & photogaphy 805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org NOVEMBER 14 Artiste Cooking Class at The Chef’s Touch Chef Kurt Alldredge will demonstrate cooking and food pairing techniques at The Chef’s Touch, Solvang, 6pm $75, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com NOVEMBER 15 Planet Ultra Solvang's Finest Century Bike Ride 100-mile or 100-kilometer (62-mile) bike ride through the Santa Ynez Valley, 7am, Solvang [email protected], www.planetultra.com NOVEMBER 15 Harvest Party at Lucas & Lewellen Hors d'oeuvres, live music, barrel and tank sampling, production tours, wine swirling competition & raffle prizes. 1-4pm, 888-777-6663, www.llwine.com NOVEMBER 15 Holiday Port Tasting at Wandering Dog Wine Bar Enjoy tasting Port wines paired with cheeses and chocolate. 11am-7pm, $15, Solvang www.wanderingdogwinebar.com

DECEMBER 5 Solvang Winterfest Tree Lighting Ceremony with Gold Medalist Todd Rogers This year's theme – the Village of Lights! 5pm, 805-688-6144, Solvang, www.solvangusa.com DECEMBER 6 Holiday Open House at Artiste Featuring The Chef's Touch Wine tasting, chocolate and port tasting & open studio for anyone to create a painting! 2-4pm, 805-686-2626, Solvang SANTA BARBARA ONGOING SUNDAYS Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show Featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry, 10am-6pm 805-897-1982, East Beach Pier, www.sbaacs.com ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting with the Winemakers 4-7pm, 805-691-1020, East Beach Wines Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwine.com ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine & Cheese Pairings at East Beach Wines Enjoy delicious pairings & new selections each week. 4-7pm, $10, 805-899-1535 Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwines.com ONGOING Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater Guided tours upon request, Santa Barbara 805-996-4946, www.loberotheater.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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art 805-963-4364, www.sbma.net • Ongoing through Dec 28: Of Life and Loss • Ongoing through Dec 21: Ten – Gifts of SBMA PhotoFutures

ONGOING Ty Warner Sea Center Explore creatures of the sea, Stearns Wharf Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History 805-962-2526, www.sbnature.org/seacenter 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 TUESDAYS-SATURDAYS Art Workshops for Children at Art from Scrap Fun workshops where kids reuse all sorts of materials to make works of art! 10am-2pm, $6 805-884-0459, www.artfromscrap.org ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS First Thursday Art, cultural events & fine wine tasting! 5-8pm Various venues in downtown Santa Barbara, 805-962-2098, www.santabarbaradowntown.com ONGOING Planetarium Shows at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History 805-682-4711, www.sbnature.com • Exploring the Spring Sky • Cosmic Safari • Secrets of the Cardboard Rocket ONGOING THURSDAYS An Evening of Visual & Performing Arts Downtown galleries keep their doors open late allowing the public to enjoy local art 5pm-8pm, 805-962-2098, Santa Barbara ONGOING University of California Santa Barbara 805-893-7221 • Nov 16: Paula Poundstone • Nov 21-23: Fall Dance Concert 2008 • Nov 22-23: Botanic Garden Holiday VENTURA COUNTY HH DECEMBER 6 Blending Event at Cantara Cellars Mike Brown, Winemaker and Owner of Cantara Cellars, will lead a class on wine blending including lunch and a custom bottle. of wine you blend. 10am-1pm 805-484-9600, Camarillo, www.cantaracellars.com

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PREMIER ACCOMMODATIONS SLO County Sitters: An Answer to an Age-Old Problem by Mark Storer While it has become rather common to see young or newly married couples making the rounds of the Central Coast Wine Country, the fact is, childless folks are still the minority among wine drinkers in America. That means that a lot of people who want to experience the joys of a day of wine tasting or a night out in Wine Country have to make arrangements to leave the kids at home, with a relative willing to help out or a babysitter, right? Well, not anymore. Enter Tina Porter to the Central Coast wine scene. A true entrepreneur, Porter became aware of a need that wasn’t being filled and so she began to do her research to find out how to fill it. The result is SLO County Sitters Incorporated. “My husband and I travel quite a bit and I have a one-year-old daughter and a threeyear-old daughter and I saw in other places

what we didn’t have on the Central Coast – a qualified nanny and sitter service like you find in Europe and other places,” says Porter. SLO County Sitters isn’t just a group of people who will come to your hotel and watch your children, either. “We screen everyone who works for us rigorously,” says Porter. “I have a pre-school teacher who works for me who says her school didn’t screen her this well.” Indeed, all of Porter’s sitters and nannies are folks with backgrounds in childcare. “We don’t just come and watch the kids. We provide age-appropriate activities and educational games and we never rely on the television to baby-sit the kids,” says Porter. SLO County Sitters opened for business in December of 2007, but already they are well-known on the Central Coast. From Santa Maria to Cambria, from Paso Robles to San Luis Obispo, SLO County Sitters provides age-appropriate and professional

childcare for anyone on the coast whether tourists or residents. “I had one customer who was staying at the Cambria Pines Lodge on business and he found us in the directory there,” says Porter. “So, he called his wife up in the Bay Area and told her to pack the kids and bring them down. He called us and he was able to turn a business trip into a vacation for the whole family,” she adds. Now, it’s possible to have the best of both worlds, Porter says. The kids don’t have to be dragged along to dinner or wine tasting against their will and parents know that the kids aren’t just sitting in the hotel room watching television. “We’ll provide all kinds of activities including taking kids to the beach or whatever the parents want,” says Porter. SLO County Sitters can be reached by calling (805) 541-9300 or online at www.SLOCountySitters.com.

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Anglim 2005 Best Barrel Blend Perfectly Paired with Six-Spice Beef Short Ribs As autumn wanes and winter approaches, we start to crave rich, hearty foods and fuller wines to accompany them. One of Steve and Steffanie Anglim’s favorites is beef short ribs; they are relatively easy to prepare, and will satisfy both elegant dinner-party guests and hungry four-year-olds. Steve Anglim borrowed this recipe from one published in Food & Wine (April 2008) by Shea Gallante from Promiscuous Food: Recipes that Pair with Many Wines, to pair with his 2005 Best Barrel Blend. This Rhône red blend comprised of 45% Mourvèdre, 45% Syrah, and 10% Grenache has a very rich, earthy character that beautifully compliments the succulent spice of the beef. Steve serves these ribs with plenty of pan sauce and chunks of bread for capturing every delicious drop. If they are lucky enough to have leftovers, the Anglims shred some of the beef and add corn tortillas and hot sauce for a mid-week feast. Located downtown in Paso Robles’ 120-year-old train depot, Anglim is a small, family-owned label producing vineyard-designate Rhône varietals and blends plus limited-release family favorites including Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. Winemaker Steve Anglim realizes that stellar wines begin in the vineyard, and is passionate about sourcing the finest fruit for Anglim wines. Anglim hand-crafts about 4,000 cases per year, striving for a balanced style, with enough character to be cellared but enough elegance to be enjoyed now. Visit Anglim at 740 Pine Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Tasting hours are Thursday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. except Sunday, noon to 6 p.m., and by appointment or chance. For more information, call (805) 227-6813 or visit the website at www.anglimwinery.com.

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SIX-SPICE BEEF SHORT RIBS • 1 tablespoon dried porcini mushrooms (mixed is OK too) • 1-1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns • 1 teaspoon kosher salt • 1-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander • 1-1/2 teaspoons powdered ginger • 1-1/2 teaspoons smoked sweet paprika • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves • 5 pounds beef short ribs, 1 inch thick, boned and trimmed of excess fat • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced • 1 large carrot, thinly sliced • 2 inner celery ribs, thinly sliced • 2 garlic cloves, thickly sliced • 2 cups dry red wine, such as the Anglim 2005 Best Barrel Blend • 2 cups beef stock or low-sodium broth • 1/4 cup sugar Preheat the oven to 300°. In a spice grinder (a clean coffee grinder will do, too), pulse mushrooms, peppercorns and salt to a fine powder. Add the coriander, ginger, paprika and cloves and pulse to combine. Rub the spice blend all over the beef short ribs. Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the short ribs and brown over moderate heat, about 12 minutes. Scatter the onion, carrot, celery and garlic in a medium roasting pan. Set the short ribs on top, cover tightly with foil and roast for about 2-1/2 hours, until tender. Meanwhile, pour off the fat in the skillet and return it to high heat. Add the wine, stock and sugar and bring to a boil, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer over moderately high heat until reduced to 1 cup, about 15 minutes. Transfer the glaze to a heatproof cup. Preheat the broiler. Transfer the short ribs to a plate and pour the pan juices and vegetables into a bowl. Skim off all of the fat. Transfer the pan juices and vegetables to a blender. Add 1/2 cup of the glaze and puree the pan sauce until very smooth. Return the short ribs to the roasting pan and brush with 1/4 cup of the glaze. Broil 8 inches from the heat for about 3 minutes, until caramelized and sizzling. Turn the ribs and repeat the process with the remaining 1/4 cup of glaze. Serve the ribs with the pan sauce. MAKE AHEAD The short ribs can be prepared through Step 3 and refrigerated overnight. Broil just before serving.

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PREFERRED RESTAURANTS ROBIN’S RESTAURANT Sometimes a place just fits. You know it by looking at it, you know as soon as walk up the path and in the door that this is a spot that simply belongs right where it is, doing exactly what it is doing. That, in a word or two, would describe the Cambria restaurant known fondly – and to many – as Robin’s Restaurant. Located in a charming and nicely weathered old home in this historic seaside town, they offer an eclectic menu that has pleased locals and visitors since they opened their doors in 1985. The interior (with its fireplace) and the spacious, multi-leveled heated deck surrounded by flowers and vines are a bit eclectic as well, and it all blends together to match the setting, just as owner Shanny Covey intended it to be: warm, informal, comfortable and unique. And it should be noted that those gardens are the perfect setting for a small reception. So how to define “eclectic” when it comes to menus? Well, how about

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by Charles Neave “Thursday Night Sushi Night.” Or lobster enchiladas, Tandoori chicken, salmon bisque, Vietnamese lumpia, Malaysian green curry, pork osso buco and a juicy Angus beef burger with white cheddar and grilled sweet onions. All on the same menu. Then there’s the monthly Prix Fixe Dinners on the second Friday of each month that feature different flavors from around the world. If that is not what eclectic means, then we are looking at different dictionaries. But, it all somehow works, and wonderfully so. Then there is the extensive wine list, which while pretty straightforward also has more than a few surprises. All of which makes a visit to this charming part of the coast an even more enjoyable journey. Robin’s Restaurant is open daily, for lunch from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. and for dinner from 5 to 9:30 p.m. (10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday). There are brunch specials on Sunday until 3 p.m. They are in Cambria at 4095 Burton Drive. For more information on the restaurant, their catering services or to make reservations call (805) 927-5007. Their website is www.robinsrestaurant.com.

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

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

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Located in the Radisson Hotel, Santa Maria, the Vintner’s Grill offers a magnificent Champagne Sunday Brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The brunch features a deluxe seafood station, chef carved roasts, omelet bar, hot entrées, decadent desserts and more!

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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PA S O R O B L E S 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 newWestern &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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SCULPTERRA WINERY O

pened to the public just one year ago, Sculpterra Winery and Sculpture Garden has made an indelible mark in Paso Robles Wine Country, fusing art, wine and the earth together in an inspiring “winescape.” The one year anniversary celebration held during the Paso Robles Harvest Festival on October 17-18, 2008, treated guests to an evening of highly accoladed wines and a serene live acoustic musical tour through the gently lit sculpture garden. The musical performance at the last sculpture at the end of the evening’s tour was highlighted by a bright falling star streaming across the starlit sky above. It was this type of Wine Country experience that owner Dr. Warren Frankel had envisioned many years ago when he planted the first Cabernet Sauvignon vines on his 120 acre Frankel Family Estate Vineyards. Dr. Frankel’s love for sculpture began more than forty years ago while spending a summer traveling Europe as an eighteen-year-old college student. While hitchhiking from Bergen Norway the fjords to Oslo, he stumbled upon Frogner Park, which exhibited the complete life collection of sculptor Gustav Vigeland. The large, beautiful outdoor sculptures captivated him. Many years later, Dr. Frankel met John Jagger, a renowned sculptor. Dr. Frankel discussed with John the idea of creating an outdoor sculpture garden to complement his winery and vineyards. To the delight of Dr. Frankel, John agreed to

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work exclusively for Sculpterra Winery and Vineyards to create a stunning sculpture garden. Although the sculpture garden and beautiful grounds seem to take center stage, Sculpterra wines impress visitors to the winery as well. Sculpterra wines have won more than 11 gold medals in just the first year and have earned accolades from a wide array of wine critics. The primarily red wine portfolio features Cabernet Sauvignon and several masterfully crafted red blends, Syrah, Merlot, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel. The wineries first estate Viognier will be released in spring of 2009. Sculpterra wines are rich and extracted, but made with a balanced elegance. The Frankel Family Vineyards and Sculpterra Winery are a family affair, with the youngest son, Cal Poly Viticulture student Paul Frankel, learning hands on in the family vineyard and in the cellar. Paul is currently producing his first solo Pinot Noir. The small winery cellar is located adjacent to the tasting room, where the smells of fermentation and oak barrels permeate during harvest. The tasting room offers wine tasting, unique gifts and gourmet foods, as well as limited editions of John Jagger’s sculptures and is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Monday. Appointments are welcome Monday through Thursday. For more information, call 1-888-306-8881 or visit www.scultperra.com.

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Paso Robles Digital Film Festival Uncorks in Wine Country Nov. 20-25 In the heart of Central California’s “Cowboy Wine Country,” the inaugural Paso Robles Digital Film Festival (PRDFF.com) will take place Thursday, November 20 through Tuesday, November 25. The theme for year one of what will be an annual festival examining the film industry in the digital age is “Music In Film.” Headlining music acts include The Bacon Brothers (actor Kevin Bacon and his brother Michael), folk legend Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, The Kyle Eastwood Band, The Brubeck Institute Jazz Quintet and more. PRDFF will be Webcast worldwide and filmed for a DVD under the auspices of veteran event producer Benford Standley. In 1995, Standley produced one of the first live multimedia Internet cybercasts, and has continued to incorporate pioneering digital technologies into his projects and productions, which include hundreds of events ranging from Wild West Shows to music and arts festivals. PRDFF highlights include: “Make My Saturday,” a tribute to the musical and cinematic genius of Clint Eastwood that includes screenings of the Eastwood-directed Honkytonk Man (starring Eastwood and his son Kyle) and Bronco Billy; the documentary Martin Scorsese Presents Clint Eastwood’s Piano Blues, produced by PRDFF advisor Bruce Ricker, who will moderate a panel on Eastwood’s company Malpaso; and a screening of the Ricker-directed Tony Bennett: The Music Never Ends.

On Sunday, November 23, Academy Award-winning film editor Joel Cox will receive PRDFF’s “Paderewski Lifetime Achievement Award for Contribution to the World of Music and Movies.” Cox has worked with Eastwood for thirty years on films including Bird, Million Dollar Baby, Mystic River, Changeling and Unforgiven, for which he won an Oscar. In sync with the “Music In Film” theme, documentaries to be screened also include: Martin Scorsese’s The Last Waltz, the Bob Dylan documentary No Direction Home, D.A. Pennebaker’s Don’t Look Back, Jonathan Demme’s Neil Young: Heart of Gold, Festival Express, Crazy, Blues Accordin’ To Lightin’ Hopkins, Los Lonely Boys: Cottonfields and Crossroads and Ballad of Ramblin’ Jack. Many filmmakers will be in attendance. Also featured will be 3-D Films and an art show and roundtables held at Martin & Weyrich Winery and in various locations in Paso Robles – “Cowboy Wine Country just South and Sideways of Sundance.” A percentage of proceeds from the festival will benefit the High School Resource Program in Paso Robles, which will be linked with Kevin Bacon's charity: www.sixdegrees.com, For more information and to purchase tickets, go to the website at www.PRDFF.com.

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EBERLE WINERY Celebrating 30 Years of Fine Winemaking in Paso Robles by Marcy DeGarimore

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ary Eberle is a man who lives with passion – passion for life, passion for wine, and, most importantly, a passion for Paso Robles. His vision to create a world-class, wine-growing region began in 1973 when he founded the fourth winery in Paso Robles (there are now nearly 200) and the first local winery to distribute wines on a national and international basis. After creating the Paso Robles Appellation in 1983, Gary dedicated his life’s work to educating people about the region as a whole and, specifically, about his own Eberle wines. All that passion paid off. To date, Eberle is one of the highest awardwinning wineries in the United States. Eberle Winery specializes in varietals including Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Viognier, Barbera, Zinfandel, Syrah and Muscat Canelli. In fact, Gary Eberle was the first American winemaker to grow and produce a 100% Syrah wine. Today, all of Eberle’s wines are grown in Paso Robles and aged in French and American oak barrels in 17,000 square feet of underground caves. The winery offers complimentary wine tasting and tours of the caves, which take place daily every half-hour. Eberle is also well known for its monthly Guest Chef Winemaker Dinners featuring some of the most talented chefs from around the world. Former chefs include Michel Richard, Susan Spicer, Joyce Goldstein, Scott Boswell and Billy Reid. Visit Eberle Winery on any given weekend and you just might see Gary himself, behind the barbecue offering complimentary appetizers to visiting guests. What you’ll always find, however, are world-class wines in a relaxed atmosphere, complimentary tastings and fascinating tours, two friendly standard poodles to greet you at the door, and a taste of the passion that helped make Paso Robles Wine Country what it is today. Join us in 2009 as Eberle Winery celebrates 30 years of fine winemaking in Paso Robles! We’ll celebrate with special sales in the Tasting Room, events at the winery, cruises to Costa Rica and the Baltic States and more! Eberle Winery is located at 3810 Highway 46 East, 3.5 miles east of Highway 101 in Paso Robles, CA. Tasting Room is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the winter and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the summer. For more information, call (805) 238-9607 or visit the website at www.EberleWinery.com.

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Annual Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration at Adelaida Cellars Simeon quake of December 2003, and subsequently founded Safran Caterer.

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Emulating the festive occasion established by vignerons in the Beaujolais region of France, Adelaida Cellars presents its Annual Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration at 6 p.m., Friday, November 21, to salute the first release of the 2008 Central Coast vintage. Chef Claude Chazalon of Safran Caterer will prepare traditional French peasant fare to accompany Adelaida’s 2008 Gamay Noir. The cost is $25 per person or complimentary to all wine club members. Reservations are required via 1-800-676-1232 x19 or www.adelaida.com. Last year’s Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration was completely sold out when more than 100 guests dined on Chef Chazalon’s traditional coq au vin and the 2007 Gamay Noir. This year, he will be serving duck and pork cassoulet accompanied by a salad and dessert. As in France, Adelaida’s Beaujolais Nouveau is made from the Gamay Noir grape (precisely Gamay Noir à Jus Blanc). Unlike most red wines, Beaujolais Nouveau is intended for immediate consumption and thus, is fermented and then bottled without barrel or bottle aging prior to release. “Our Gamay Noir was made according to the traditional Beaujolais model of macération carbonique where whole grape clusters are fermented without crushing,” said Winemaker Terry Culton. “Yeast penetrates the skins so that each grape functions like a microfermenter. The result is a fruit-forward wine with vivid aromas.” Grapes for Adelaida’s 2008 Gamay Noir were harvested September 2 from the winery’s HMR Estate Vineyard in west side Paso Robles. One acre of Gamay Noir was planted in 1964 on what was then called Hoffman Mountain Ranch. The historic vineyard also boasts the oldest Pinot Noir vines along the South Central Coast. The Old World Beaujolais Nouveau celebration is officially launched at midnight on Beaujolais Nouveau Day, the third Thursday of November.

Situated 14 miles from the Pacific Ocean at nearly 2,000 feet of elevation, Adelaida Cellars is one of the most respected wineries along California’s central coast. The award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Rhône varietals of this family owned and operated winery originate in two principal estate vineyards (HMR and Viking) that are highly regarded for their lean calcareous soils, temperate climates and intensely flavored fruit. Adelaida Cellars offers many interactive functions including an inviting tasting room, private wine club events, educational seminars, and regional festivals (see pasowine.com).

About Claude Chazalon One of the most popular chefs in Paso Robles, Claude Chazalon owned several restaurants in Paris, France before he and his wife Chrystel opened Paris, a Paso Robles eatery with the ambiance and menu of a French bistro. They closed its doors after business in downtown Paso Robles was severely disrupted by the 6.5-magnitude San www.winecountrythisweek.com

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J. LOHR VINEYARDS & WINES Seeing the Future by Michael Cervin

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he name Jerry Lohr is nearly synonymous with the Paso Robles wine industry. He has been at the wine game over 30 years and in that time has helped place Paso Robles and Monterey counties squarely on the world wine map. Originally from South Dakota roots, Jerry opened his first “wine center” in 1974 in San Jose, a time when wine didn’t hold the caché it does now. Understanding the viability of the growing regions in San Luis Obispo County, he opened a second wine center in Paso Robles in 2001. The success of both tasting rooms, reflecting the different geographic regions, is a testament to Lohr’s ability to envision the future of Paso Robles. “We focus on flavor from vineyard to bottle,” says winemaker Jeff Meier. The tasting room features an incredible diversity of wines including the limited production J. Lohr Vineyard Series. These are wines comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon,

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Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and other standard varietals. The J. Lohr Estates are widely available wines and include their popular, if unusual, Valdiguié, a light, simple red wine similar to Gamay. “Valdiguié is a red wine with training wheels,” Meier says. “It’s suited to a nouveau style of red wine, sort of like Beaujolais on steroids. It’s a novelty, but it sells well, and we even have international distribution.” They produce approximately 14,000 cases of Valdiguié. The Cypress Vineyards label aims for everyday drinkability and include Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot and White Zinfandel. The tasting room, located near the airport is open, spacious and bright, with exposed wood trusses and mottled stained concrete floors. The homey, schoolhouse feel welcomes guests and is a decidedly unintimidating place. The array of wines offered is vast and available at a variety of price points. Gift items like silk clothing, tampanades and preserves from a local caterer are available for purchase. J. Lohr also has a vast selection of high-end cookbooks from well known restaurants like www.winecountrythisweek.com

the French Laundry and Bouchon, to numerous fun, everyday cookbooks that highlight delicious, simple recipes. One of their most popular non-wine items are yard signs with sayings like, “Girls Just Wanna Have Wine” and “Wine is Life.” J. Lohr’s Paso Robles Wine Center is located at 6169 Airport Road in Paso Robles and is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are no tasting fees, with the exception of the high-end J. Lohr Cuveé Series. Visitors select six complimentary tastings, which include current releases of the J. Lohr Vineyard Series, J. Lohr Estates and Cypress Vineyards. For the Cuvée Vineyards and limitedrelease wines (such as mature vintage and pre-release wines), there is a $2 fee per pour, or $5 for three pours. Picnics are encouraged and the views are as great as the wines. The facility is handicap accessible. Contact them at (805) 239-8900 or www.eberlewinery.com for more information.

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Mrs. Clause Will Light Up Downtown Paso Robles at Holiday Lighting Ceremony, Friday, November 28th The 22nd annual “Holiday Lighting Ceremony” will officially bring holiday décor to downtown Paso Robles on Friday, November 28th, the Friday after Thanksgiving. The tradition will find Mrs. Santa Claus and other costumed characters gathering at the downtown city park bandstand at 5:30 p.m. They will be joined there by townspeople dressed warmly. Just before 6 p.m. candles and songbooks will be distributed. When the clock tower strikes 6 p.m., Mrs. Claus will throw the giant light switch, and the downtown lights in trees, shop windows and buildings will illuminate all at once. The mayor and other city officials will speak, followed by candlelight caroling with musical accompaniment. Free cookies and hot chocolate will conclude the evening’s festivities. The lighting ceremony is sponsored by the Paso Robles Main Street Association Merchants, RABOBANK, Yanagi Sushi & Grill, and Vic’s Cafe. For more information, contact the Main Street office at (805) 2384103.

UPCOMING EVENTS IN DOWNTOWN PASO ROBLES NOVEMBER 15 Elegant Evening in Downtown Paso Robles Holiday open houses with complimentary refreshments, trolley rides, strolling minstrels, vocalists & live mannequins. 5-8pm 805-238-4103, www.pasoroblesdowntown.org NOVEMBER 28 Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony Mrs. Claus lights downtown with caroling & refreshments, 5:30pm www.pasoroblesdowntown.org, 805-238-4103 DECEMBER 6 47th Annual Christmas Light Parade Annual holiday light parade, 7pm, 805-238-4103, www.pasoroblesdowntown.org DECEMBER 13 Vine Street Victorian Christmas Showcase Holiday lights, choirs, activities 8th Street-21st Street. 6-9pm 805-238-4103, www.pasoroblesdowntown.org DECEMBER 20 18th Annual Victorian Teddy Bear Tea Dress up your teddy bear & visit with Santa Clause, 2pm www.pasoroblesdowntown.org, 805-238-4103

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

13 Tasting Rooms in Walking Distance Arroyo Robles

Orchid Hill

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

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

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

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

Bear Cave Cellars

Ortman Family Vineyards

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

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

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

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

D’Anbino Vineyards & Cellars

Pianetta Winery

710 Pine Street, Paso Robles

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

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

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

Edward Sellers

Vihuela

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

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

Edward Sellers Vineyards and Wines specializes in small lots of handmade American Rhône-Style wines from some of the finest vineyards in Paso Robles. Come in a taste our award winning Viognier, Syrah, Grenache and Syrah/Grenache blends. Look for our tasting room in the Historic Clock Tower Building in the heart of Paso Robles.

Vihuela (vee-way-la) is a boutique winery with a passion for old-world Spanish guitar and a taste for new world, artisan wine. Each wine is crafted to express an elegant balance of art and science that we’d love to share with you!

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Highway 46 West Wineries Friday Night Wine and Cheese The Highway 46 West Wineries Group is gearing up for the Holiday Friday, December 12, Night Wine and Cheese Evening. The group of 15 wineries will gather at Eagle Castle Winery Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. The Uncommonne Carolers, one of the premier caroling quartets on the Central Coast, will be Caroling during the evening. The admission for the event is $15 per person or $25 a couple, tickets will be sold at the door. All 15 wineries will be offering award-winning wines. A mixed case of superb Westside wines will be raffled off at the end of the evening. The Wine Wrangler will be taking reservations for transportation to and from the event.

About Highway 46 West Wineries Group In 2004, thirteen wineries on Highway 46 West formed the Highway 46 West Wineries Group. This group was formed to promote the tasting rooms of the beautiful Westside and to make people aware of the uniqueness of 46 West and the wines produced there. Paso Robles Wine Country is as unique and inviting as the people who have dedicated themselves to nurturing the vineyards and crafting fine wines. Visitors to Highway 46 West find the road less traveled is often marked by the thrill of discovery in this uncongested region. It’s an area where hospitality is first among a long list of qualities…where being friends and neighbors is as important as producing stellar wines. Highway 46 West is one thread that weaves among the vineyards and

wineries connecting longtime estates with exciting new producers. Rolling hills, majestic oaks and lush vineyards await the wine lover at every turn. The tasting rooms of Highway 46 West invite you to enjoy the neighborhood, relax under the spell of the friendly environment and savor life while sipping spectacular wines. The participating wineries consist of Brian Benson Cellars, Castoro Cellars, Dark Star Cellars, Doce Robles, Donati Family Vineyards, Eagle Castle, Fratelli Perata, Grey Wolf, Hunt Cellars, JanKris Winery, Midnight Cellars, Peachy Canyon, Rocky Creek Cellars, Rotta Winery and Windward Vineyard and are all included on the 46 West Passport. The passport is your map to the Westside, including descriptions and hours for each winery. Just like a travel passport you will get a unique stamp from each winery. Once you get eight stamps you will receive a beautifully designed poster of all the participating wineries labels. When your passport is full with all 15 stamps, your gift is another poster signed by all of the winemakers and entry into a quarterly drawing for prizes from a weekend stay at one of the group’s hotel sponsors to a guided tasting tour. Throughout the year the group puts on other events such as Tax Revolt Weekend and West Fest. West Fest is the big event of the year. All 15 wineries come together to pour great wines while guests listen to blues music and enjoy delicious food from local caterers. For more information, check out the 46 West Wineries website at www.paso46westwineries.com

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

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No worries about the weak dollar if you want to travel to France or Italy and do some wine tasting this year. You can have all of the ambience of a Mediterranean villa in Paso Robles at Villa Valdemosa, a 10-acre estate with a luxurious bed and breakfast inn – just 10 minutes east of downtown Paso, and yet a world away. Vineyards are under development on the property for a boutique winery planned for construction next year. Perched on a hilltop, the inn offers “forever” views of surrounding vineyards, olive groves and lavender. A range of well-appointed suites — called “Bordeaux,” “Petite Syrah” and “Syrah” – are available at prices that undercut the rates of area hotels that have much less to offer. Owner Tom Roebuck is himself a winemaker and you might even talk him into serving up his private reserves, such as the 2003 Mystral, a gold-medal-winning red blend. While you won’t see a television screen in the 5,000-square-foot villa, you will be soothed by the strains of Mozart from an extensive stereo network. You might even be treated to some live grand piano or guitar music, courtesy of local musicians who occasionally drop by. Near-term plans include hosting house concerts, and cinema and wine under the stars. In the mornings, guests who stay in the 400-square-foot Bordeaux suite, which offers a soaking tub and a walk-in waterfall shower, may step into the loggia, where a real fireplace takes the chill off the morning air. There, they may join other early risers for gourmet coffee, teas and fresh pastries, muffins or scones to tide them over till breakfast is served at 9:30, typically a soufflé or perhaps individual mushroom omelets and apple chicken sausage prepared by Tom, a seasoned European traveler who has lived in France. To make reservations, call (805) 237-237 or (408) 202-1146 or visit the Villa Valdemosa website at www.valedemosa.net. The B&B inn is located at 2552 Old Grove Lane, off Creston Road about six miles east of downtown Paso Robles. Pets are welcome.

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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Holiday Shopping at Zoey’s at Old Edna & Antiques from Memory Lane

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PCPA Theaterfest’s Presents Irving Berlin’s White Christmas in its 45th Anniversary Season Dream, Les Misérables, The Music Man, The Spitfire Grill and Distracted. In December, PCPA will announce the title of a Tony Award-winning musical that will play in both Santa Maria and Solvang next summer. And, still to be announced are the titles of two play readings set for the spring that will run in rotating rep in the Severson Theatre. In addition to single tickets, a number of season ticket – subscription – plans are available starting with a four-play Choose Your Own series, and on up to an eight-play series. Subscribers get the best seats and lowest prices and can also purchase unlimited single tickets at their subscriber rate. (Les Misérables is

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limited to two additional tickets per subscriber at their rate). And they’ll save big this season by taking advantage of their low subscription ticket rate, they can attend the special engagement of Les Misérables for 30% off the regular ticket price. Visit the box office or phone (805) 9228313 between 1 and 7 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday to sign up for season tickets, or view the plans online at www.pcpa.org. Information about group sales for 12 or more patrons may be obtained by contacting [email protected] or by calling 1-800-922-2123. Now in its 45th season, PCPA Theaterfest is the Central Coast’s Resident Professional Theatre Company, and has infused the national theatre scene with thousands of trained actors and theatrical technicians over the years in its conservatory.

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Highlights of the Solvang Winterfest Celebration The “Danish Capital of America” will transform into a Europeanstyle Christmas village from November 21 through January 9 during Solvang’s annual Winterfest Celebration. This year’s theme is “Village of Lights” and streets will twinkle with thousands of sparkling illuminations. All events are free and the public is welcome. More than 150 boutiques and specialty shops present everything from clogs to Danish porcelain to handmade lace, leather, iron art, clothing, elegant antiques and collectibles, beautiful imported objects, vibrant arts and crafts, and colorful home furnishings. Five unique toy stores offer playful options for stocking stuffers and kids of all ages. The incredible variety makes Solvang a perfect destination to shop for unique holiday gifts while creating a holiday season tradition. More than a dozen wine tasting rooms provide seasonal cheer. Carolers emerge around street corners and musicians enhance the authentic scene. Winterfest emerges with the Tree-Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 5, starting at 5 p.m. Enjoy musical entertainment, refresh-

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

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f wine is art then Kris Curran and Bruno D’Alfonso are artists; and they’re not just run-of-the-mill artists, either: both are passionate about wine and winemaking. Natalie Lawrence, the manager of the D’Alfonso-Curran Tasting Room (formerly TRIO), tells a story about a dinner she had with them about ten years ago. “My daughter was 11; Bruno and Kris spent the entire evening explaining wine. They talked about how to remove the cork, why you smell it, how to swirl the glass and why you want to, what to smell for, and the fact that, when you swirled the wine around in your mouth, it opened up new levels of aroma and taste. To this day, my 21-year-old daughter is the biggest wine snob I know,” she laughs. She shared this story to illustrate the passion that Curran and D’Alfonso have for wine, for learning, for excellence, even in the most mundane of settings. There’s so much more to their story, of course. Kris Curran, who met Bruno, and started to work for him at Sanford full-time while attending SBCC, began her career at Cambria after graduating from Fresno State. She then moved on to Koehler, put SeaSmoke

on the map with her award-winning Pinot Noir and is now the Director of Winemaking for Foley, all while bottling under her own label since 1997 with her first ever Pinot Noir. Bruno D’Alfonso was the first formally educated winemaker in the Santa Rita Hills, and began his career with Sanford Winery. “He brought a whole new style to the art of making wine,” said Natalie, “because he brought science to the art of winemaking.” His labels are augmented by his Italian varietal Di Bruno wines, as well as his Badge Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, both of which are made of fruit from the Santa Rita Hills. Passionate about everything they do, the pair remains committed to delivering quality www.winecountrythisweek.com

wines in a relaxed, comfortable setting. The D’Alfonso-Curran Wines Tasting Room in Solvang is patterned after that. Light and airy with a lot of open space and a simple bar that looks out on the downtown Solvang scene, the tasting room has one thing on its mind – the duo’s wines. Natalie commented that while interviewing Bruno for the winery’s newsletter, he said, ‘I fight for the intellectualism of wine.’ Translated, that simply means that D’Alfonso and Curran remove the mystique of winemaking, honoring the science that blends with art, like any true alchemist. From Curran’s Spanish-influenced Grenache Blanc and Tempranillo to D’Alfonso’s Italian flourishes of Pinot Grigio and Sangiovese, these wines are tinged by the Old World craftsmanship and come from fruit grown in the Santa Ynez Valley AVA and the Santa Rita Hills AVA. Passion and art, intellectualism and family, growing and challenging: That’s the recipe for great wine on the Central Coast under the auspices of D’Alfonso-Curran Wines’ Tasting Room. Visit the tasting room at 1557 Mission Drive in Solvang from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily. For more information, call (805) 688-3494 or visit www.dalfonsocurranwines.com.

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PASO ROBLES AREA HH 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 HH Anglim Winery – Paso Robles 740 Pine St; 805-227-6813

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

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

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B & E Vineyards – Paso Robles 10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815

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

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

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Jack Creek Cellars – Templeton 5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283

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Donati Family Vineyard – Templeton Daily 11am-5pm Corner of 46 West & Vineyard Dr; 805-238-0676 X Donatoni Winery – Paso Robles 3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620

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HH Jada Winery – Paso Robles 5620 Vineyard Dr; 805-226-4200

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JanKris Winery – Templeton 1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319

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Justin Winery – Paso Robles 11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-6932

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

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Eagle Castle Winery – Paso Robles Daily 3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 10:30-5:30 X

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L’Aventure Winery – Paso Robles 2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Dunning Vineyards Estate Winery – Paso Robles 1953 Niderer Rd; 805-238-4763 Th-Mo 11-5

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Calcareous Winery – Paso Robles 3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289

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

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Dover Canyon Winery – Paso Robles 4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101

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

Derby Estates – Paso Robles 5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Changala Winery – Templeton 422 Main St; 805-238-0421 Chateau Margene – Creston 4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321

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

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Chumeia Vineyards – Paso Robles 8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 Clautiere Vineyard – Paso Robles 1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789

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Dark Star Cellars – Paso Robles 2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Clayhouse Wines – Paso Robles Opening November 849 13th St; 805 727-4720 Daily 12-5 X HH D’Anbino Cellars – Paso Robles 710 Pine St; 805-227-6800

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

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

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Hug Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo 2323 Tuley Ct Ste. 120 D; 805-226- 8022 11-5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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HH Pozo Valley – Santa Margarita 2200 El Camino Real; 805-286-7172 SAN LUIS OBISPO

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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HH Kelsey See Canyon – San Luis Obispo 1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 Daily 11-5:30 X Kynsi Winery – Arroyo Grande Th-Mo 2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 11-5 HH Laetitia Vineyard – Arroyo Grande 453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 Morovino – Avila Beach 550 1st St; 805-627-1443 HH Per Bacco Cellars – San Luis Obispo 1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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HH KennethVolkVineyards – Santa Maria Daily 5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 10:30-4:30 X Daily 10-5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Rancho Arroyo Grande – Arroyo Grande 591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 1st Saturday of the month 11-5 Daily 11-6

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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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

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Harrison-Clarke – Lompoc 805-686-0850

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Bella Victorian Vineyard – Camarillo 2135 E. Ventura Blvd; 805-383-8800 Camarillo Custom Crush – Camarillo 300 S. Lewis Rd, Ste C; 805-484-0597

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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