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15 DEGREES C WINE SHOP & BAR PAGE 13

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SERVING SAN LUIS OBISPO & S A N TA B A R B A R A C O U N T I E S

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TABLE OF CONTENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK

ON THE COVER Artiste . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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SANTA BARBARA WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 LISTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-31

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MANAGING EDITOR

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

CALENDAR EDITOR

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

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

EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS

Len Napolitano, Mark Storer, David Wilcox

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

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK ★ ★ DECEMBER 7 Holiday Night Wine, Cheese & Crafts Evening The Highway 46 West Wineries Group will gather at Eagle Castle Winery for wine, crafts & music. 6pm, $15pp, 805-434-0509, Paso Robles www.eaglecastlewinery.com

★ ★ DECEMBER 14 Gift Wrapping Event at 15 Degrees C Wines Enjoy a glass of wine while you shop. Gift wrapping and gift bundles event. 805-434-1554, www.15degreesCwines.com

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar Local winemaker featured each week. 5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles www.vinotecawinebar.com

DECEMBER 8 Vine Street Victorian Showcase Beautiful decorated homes with bands, dancers, Scrooge and refreshments, 8th-21st Streets Paso Robles, 6-9pm, 805-238-4103 www.pasoroblesdowntown.org

ONGOING Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077

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

★ ★ DECEMBER 8 Indoor Winter Concert at Castoro Cellars Jeff Linsky – $20, 7:30pm, Paso Robles 888-DAM-FINE, www.castorocellars.com

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY PASO ROBLES ★ ★ ONGOING SATURDAYS Wine Class at Eberle Winery One-on-one half hour wine seminar, 10-11:30am $15, Paso Robles, www.eberlewinery.com

ONGOING SATURDAYS Paso Robles Farmers’ Market Country farm arts and crafts market 8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles ★ ★ ONGOING Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars 10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com • Nov: Juried Art Show - Mixed Media • Dec: Art Show - Oils ONGOING Painting with Light Exhibit at Villicana Winery Photo-Paintings by Paul McCloskey, 11am-5pm Paso Robles, www.web.mac.com/paul_mccloskey ★ ★ NOVEMBER 30 Far Out Wineries Holiday Gathering Toast the holidays with walk around wine tasting from the 16 Far Out Wineries. Featuring delicious hors d’oeuvres and more! 4-7pm, $18, Adelaida Cellars, Paso Robles 805-237-0138, www.faroutwineries.com ★ ★ DECEMBER 1 Grand Opening of 15 Degrees C Wines 1121 Rossi Road, Paso Robles 805-434-1554, www.15degreesCwines.com ★ ★ DECEMBER 1 Eberle Winery’s Holiday Black Tie Dinner Experience the excitement of the holidays in the caves, taking in the festive decorations, while feasting on a meal prepared by one of the finest chefs in the country. $125/pp, 805-238-9607, www.eberlewinery.com DECEMBER 1 Holiday Dinner at Robert Hall Winery Celebrate the holiday with an elegant gourmet winemaker dinner featuring Robert Hall wines 6:30pm, 805-239-1616, Paso Robles www.roberthallwinery.com DECEMBER 1-2 Holiday Open House at Robert Hall Winery Offering case discounts and holiday deals & featuring a rare cooking demonstration by our Chef de Cuisine, Jeffrey C. Scott, 6:30pm 805-239-1616, www.roberthallwinery.com ★ ★ DECEMBER 7 Holiday Bubbles at 15 Degrees C Wines Taste/learn about sparkling wines … for holidays/everyday. 6pm, 805-434-1554 www.15degreesCwines.com DECEMBER 7 Afternoon with Olive at Meridian Vineyards Sample some of their specialty olive oils, tapenades and more, 12-5pm, Paso Robles 805-226-7133, www.meridianvineyards.com

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★ ★ DECEMBER 8-9 Taste for a Cause — Holiday Open House at Castoro Cellars Featuring carolers on Saturday, live music on Sunday and complimentary mulled wine, gourmet food sampling and holiday treats all weekend long. Enjoy original art in the gallery as well gifts available for purchase. $5 tasting fee will be donated to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. 11am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Paso Robles, www.castorocellars.com

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ONGOING SATURDAYS Arroyo Grande Farmers’ Market Farm fresh produce, music, arts & crafts 12-2:30pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande www.arroyograndevillage.org ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Learn How to Make Ice Cream Enjoy a 30 minute skit about ice cream where you help create new flavors. 7pm, Arroyo Grande 805-474-4068 www.docburnsteins.com ★ ★ NOVEMBER 29 Holiday in the Vineyards Get in to the holiday spirit by visiting one or more of your favorite local wineries and enjoy wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres & wine specials. 5-7pm, Arroyo Grande, 805-489-0446 www.talleyvineyards.com SAN LUIS OBISPO

★ ★ DECEMBER 8 Anglim Winery’s Holiday Open House Complimentary tasting of Anglim wines paired with cheeses, chocolates, holiday fare. Special gift for wine club members. Paso Robles 805-227-6813, www.anglimwinery.com

ONGOING THROUGH DECEMBER Hearst Castle Evening Tour & Christmas Tour Docents in period dress add life to the surroundings and take visitors back to the fabulous Heast Castle’s 1930’s heyday. 800-444-4445, www.hearstcastle.com

★ ★ DECEMBER 8 Book & Author Faire at Adelaida Cellars Meet nationally known published authors – lectures, ‘author go-rounds‘ book sales, signings and wine tasting in the Barrel Room 1-800-676-1232, adelaida.com

ONGOING THROUGH DECEMBER 31 Automobilia Museum Antique, specialty cars and more! 10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis Obispo

DECEMBER 8 Holiday Open House at Meridian Vineyards Make a special wreath with vines from the vineyards, 10am-5pm, 805-226-7133, Paso Robles www.meridianvineyards.com DECEMBER 8 Barrel Tasting at Harmony Cellars Join the winemaker & sample wines straight from the barrel, 5:30-7pm, $20, 800-432-9239 Harmony Cellars, www.harmonycellars.com ★ ★ DECEMBER 8 Holiday Open House at Eberle Winery Festive carolers, fine wines, hors d’oeuvres & Gary Eberle’s famous barbeque. Great gift ideas, free gift wrapping & pre-made gift baskets. Bring a new unwrapped toy as a donation to the Toy Bank. 1-5pm, Paso Robles 805-238-9607, www.eberlewinery.com DECEMBER 8 Holiday Open House at Martin & Weyrich Winery Sample delicious wines & delectable cookies, 10am-5pm, Paso Robles 805-238-2520, www.martinweyrich.com DECEMBER 8 Pretty-Smith Holiday Open House Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres, home baked cookies & festive music while finding great holiday gifts. 12-4pm, San Miguel 805-467-3140, www.prettysmith.com

ONGOING Christopher Cohan Center Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo 805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org Nov 28: Warren Miller’s Playground Nov 29: Toying with Science Nov 30: Fall Jazz Concert ONGOING Lectures & Art at California Polytechnic State University 805-756-1511, San Luis Obispo www.calpolynews.calpoly.edu ONGOING San Luis Obispo Little Theatre 805-786-2440, www.slolittletheatre.org Ongoing through Nov 18: Baby Nov 30-Dec 11: East of the Sun & West of the Moon 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 FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves Art, crafts, children’s activities, music & more on beautiful bluffs overlooking the ocean 10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach www.pismochamber.com ONGOING Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists 7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay www.morrobayartassociation.org

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ONGOING San Luis Obispo Art Center Show Constantly rotating exhibits in all media 11am-5pm, 805-481-3991, San Luis Obispo www.sloartcenter.org ★ ★ ONGOING TUESDAYS 2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste Weekly drink specials, 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE, www.taste-slo.com ★ ★ ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste Tastings with the winemaker, 10am-9pm 805-269-TASTE, www.taste-slo.com ONGOING THROUGH DECEMBER 31 Craft Art Market 2007 Over 50 local artists present their work 11am-5pm, 805-543-8562, www.sloartcenter.org ONGOING Adventures with Nature Docent guided walks – Various hikes at various times including; Fast Hike to Coon Creek, White’s Point Vistas, Black Hill Trail, Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon. Morro Bay State Park Museum of Natural History, 805-772-2694, www.ccnha.org ONGOING SUNDAYS Art on the Beach at Avila Beach Artists paint & present their work 10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier ONGOING Central Coast Outdoor Day Hikes Sat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Bay www.centralcoastoutdoors.com ONGOING MONDAYS Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro Featuring regional & varietal tastings 5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Orcutt ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk Art galleries’ open house receptions 5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay ONGOING SATURDAYS Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians 3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay ONGOING A Murder Mystery Dinner Enjoy a parody of The Addams Family with a delicious dinner, wine and laughter. 5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com ★ ★ NOVEMBER 29 Holiday in the Vineyard with Claiborne & Churchill Enjoy holiday treats & complimentary tastings with holiday wine specials. 5-7pm 805-544-4066, www.claibornechurchill.com ★ ★ NOVEMBER 29 Holiday in the Vineyard at Baileyana & Tangent Wineries Wine and chocolate tasting with discounts 5-7pm, San Luis Obispo, 805-269-8200 www.baileyana-tangent.com ★ ★ NOVEMBER 29 Holiday in the Vineyard with Salisbury Vineyard’s Schoolhouse Enjoy holiday inspired appetizers paired with fine Salibury wines in the holiday decorated schoolhouse. Featuring private reserves & offering extra festive discounts. 5-7pm, San Luis Obispo, 805-595-WINE www.salisburyvineyards.com

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WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK CALENDAR OF EVENTS NOVEMBER 29 Holiday in the Vineyard at Tolosa Winery Enjoy holiday festivities with Tolosa wines 5-7pm, 805-782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com

DECEMBER 1 Los Olivos Christmas Celebration Horse-drawn carriages, local chorale & more! 4-7pm, www.losolivosca.com, 805-688-1222

NOVEMBER 29 Holiday in the Vineyard at Domain Alfred Wine tasting, food pairings & olive oil tasting. 5-7pm, 805-541-9463, www.domainalfred.com

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NOVEMBER 29 Holiday in the Vineyard at Edna Valley Enjoy holiday hors d’oeuvres & wine tasting 5-7pm, 805-544-5855, San Luis Obispo www.ednavalleyvineyard.com DECEMBER 1-2 Christmas in the Plaza Annual holiday craft fair of handcrafted items 10am-5pm, Mission Plaza, 805-781-7303 DECEMBER 1 Art in the Vineyards at Tolosa Over 20 artists display their work on the Tolosa patio. Live music, wine tasting and more. 11am-5pm, San Luis Obispo www.tolosawinery.com, 805-704-8128 ★ ★ DECEMBER 6 Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards Handmade gifts paired with nibbles & wine A must for all girls! 6pm, $20, 805-595-9463 San Luis Obispo, www.salisburyvineyards.com www.sloartcenter.org

ONGOING SATURDAYS Olde Towne Market in Lompoc Great food, wine & music, Lompoc 805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com DECEMBER 1, 15 Holiday Open House at the Fabing-McKay-Spanne House Step back in time and enjoy a Victorian Christmas, 1-4pm, www.lompochistory.org DECEMBER 1-2, 7-9 The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge A great holiday tradition, $12 Lompoc Civic Auditorium, 805-735-ACT1 DECEMBER 7 Children’s Holiday Parade Great fun, music, contests, tree lighting & Santa! 6pm, 805-875-8100, Lompoc SOLVANG

SANTA YNEZ ONGOING Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum and Parks-Janeway Carriage House Exhibits from Chumash period through early 20th century ranch days, 12-4pm, Santa Ynez 805-688-7889, www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org ONGOING MONDAYS Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts Santa Barbara Darts Association Enjoy BBQ and Darts, 7pm, 805-686-4785 Santa Ynez, www.mavericksaloon.org ONGOING Chumash Casino Concerts 800-585-3737, Santa Ynez www.chumashcasino.com • Dec 13: The Oak Ridge Boys • Dec 15: the B-52s ONGOING Cachuma Lake Nature Walk Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail 10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez www.cachuma.com ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Jazz on the Deck at Vineyard House Live music and fine food, 6:30pm, Santa Ynez $2, 805-688-2886, www.thevineyardhouse.com

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ONGONG LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Lucas & Lewellen Summer Fridays Enjoy wine and cheese pairings 6-8pm, $10, free to wine club members 888-777-6663, Solvang, www.llwine.com

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

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

ONGOING MONDAYS Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro Featuring regional & varietal tastings 5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Santa Maria

ONGOING Solvang Farmers’ Market Fresh produce, flowers and foods, 3-7pm Solvang , 805-962-5354, www.solvangca.com

DECEMBER 1 Holiday Winemaker Dinner at Gainey Vineyard Gourmet 5 course dinner held at the winery 6:30pm, $130, Santa Ynez, 888-424-6398 www.gaineyvineyard.com

ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting on the Patio Live guitar music along with fine wines 5:30-7pm, 800-624-5572, Solvang www.royalscandinavianinn.com

DECEMBER 1-2 Holiday Open House at Sunstone Vineyards Find the perfect gift while enjoying mulled spiced wine & ginger snap cookies. 11am-5pm, Santa Ynez, 805-688-9463 www.sunstonewoinery.com

ONGOING THROUGH DECEMBER 23 The Sound of Music PCPA Theater, Santa Maria 805-922-8313, www.pcpa.org LOS OLIVOS ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks Free movie & snacks with discussion afterwards 7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivos www.wildlingmuseum.org ONGOING Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Café Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres 5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com Dec 11: Blind Tasting Dec 18: Champagne & Sparkling Wine Tasting ONGOING An Evening with the Winemaker at Los Olivos Café Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres 5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com Nov 28: Jaffurs Wine Dec 5: Kaena & Beckmen Winery ONGOING SATURDAYS Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting Enjoy delicious organic tastings 10am-2pm, $3, Los Olivos, 805-693-1600 www.globalgardensgifts.com ONGOING THURSDAYS Fess Parker’s Wine Country Sing Along Sing along with Fess & Marcy, 8:30-10:30pm 805-688-7788, Los Olivos, www.syvva.com

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 805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org Nov 16-Jan 27, 2008: Color & Cloth Dec 2: Annual Christmas Party NOVEMBER 30 Celebrate WinterFest at Lucas & Lewellen Featuring Silver King Port & hors d’oeuvres 5-8:30pm, $20, Solvang, 888-777-6663 www.llwine.com NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 31 Solvang Winterfest Celebration 805-688-6144, www.solvangusa.com Ongoing festivities in the village of Solvang include: Nov 30: Tree lighting, Dec 1: Christmas Parade DECEMBER 1-2 Pomegranate Festival & Holiday Open House at Buttonwood Wine tasting and festive dishes 11am-5pm, $7.50, 805-688-3032, Solvang www.buttonwoodwinery.com

★ ★ DECEMBER 1 Artists Exhibit Opening at Artiste Winery Featuring artwork by Craig Nelson, 1-3pm Meet the artist and sample new releases. 6-8pm: Artist Reception with a culinary tour of France, Italy, Spain & Portugal. Santa Ynez RSVP to 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com

DECEMBER 8 Guest Chef at Roblar Winery Cooking School Wonderful food and excellent wine 5-8pm, $125, 805-686-2603, Santa Ynez www.roblarwinery.com SANTA BARBARA ONGOING SUNDAYS Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show Featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry 10am–6pm, 805-897-1982, East Beach Pier www.sbaacs.com ONGOING Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater Guided tours upon request 805-996-4946, Santa Barbara www.loberotheater.com ONGOING University at Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures 805-893-3535, www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu Nov 28: Mr. Conservative Dec 16: The Blind Boys of Alabama ONGOING Touristorica – Historic Downtown Walking Tour Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbara’s past 10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara

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ONGOING Ty Warner Sea Center Explore creatures of the sea 805-962-2526, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History www.sbnature.org/seacenter ONGOING Lectures & Readings at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 805-962-8404, Santa Barbara, www.sbmm.org Dec 11: From Shore to Shore Dec 12: Men Against the Sea ONGOING SATURDAYS Cachuma Lake Nature Walk 1 mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail 10-11:30am, Cachuma Lake Nature Center 805-688-4515, www.cachuma.com ONGOING SATURDAYS Junior Ranger Program Kids learn about wildlife, ecosystems & caring for the environment, 1-2pm Cachuma Lake Nature Center www.cachuma.com, 805-688-4515 ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS First Thursday Art, cultural events and wine tasting 5-8pm, 805-962-2098, various venues in downtown Santa Barbara www.santabarbaradowntown.com ONGOING Santa Barbara Museum of Art 805-963-4364, www.sbma.net • Ongoing through Dec 1: The Vedder Collection • Ongoing through Jan 13: Gagliani: Scores of Abstraction ONGOING Lobero Theatre 805-966-4946, Santa Barbara, www.lobero.com Nov 30: Warren Miller’s “Playground” Dec 8: Tom Russell Dec 11: SB Chamber Orchestra Dec 15-16: The NutCracker Dec 15: Paporich Comedy Pet ONGOING Arlington Theatre 805-963-4408, Santa Barbara Dec 1-2: Christmas Snoopy on Ice Dec 8-9: the Nutcracker Ballet Dec 13: Torri Amos 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 FRIDAYS Wine Tasting with the Winemakers 4-7pm, 805-691-1020, East Beach Wine Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwine.com NOVEMBER 29 La Arcada Christmas Walk Enjoy a tree filled court transformed into a winter wonderland with strolling carolers, delicious treats & Santa Claus too. 5-8pm Santa Barbara, 805-966-6634 www.santabarbaradowntown.com DECEMBER 7 55th Annual Downtown Holiday Parade Enjoy marching bands, holiday floats, giant balloons & the arrival of Santa Claus on his festive sleigh, 6:30-8:30pm, 805-962-2209 www.santabarbaradowntown.com

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WINERY FEATURE WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK

Steve Lohr

Steve Peck and Jeff Meier

J. LOHR

VINEYARDS & WINES by Mark Storer

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elling wine in America is as much marketing as it is anything else. The competition is strong and there are a lot of great wines from a lot of places. But staying power, the ability to market your wine and continue selling bottle after bottle takes something special indeed. J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines knows something about making and selling wines as they’ve been doing it for more than three decades. Jerry Lohr first started planting vineyards and making wine in Monterey County in 1972 and then in the Paso Robles region in 1988. In Paso, J. Lohr now grows 2,000 acres of red wine grapes, making only red wines in the area that UC Davis called “the next great red wine region.” That was in the 1970s. Now, the Lohr family is all involved in the family business and Steve Lohr, Jerry’s son, is vice president of planning and development. Overseeing all of the vineyards and holdings for J. Lohr from St. Helena in the Napa Valley to Monterey County to Paso Robles, Steve’s work keeps him constantly traveling and constantly busy.

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“I got involved right from the start, really,” says Lohr. “I planted the first vineyards in Monterey County when I was 10 years old and so I’ve been around it a long while.” Detouring to Stanford and earning degrees in civil engineering and economics with careers in construction and engineering along the way, Steve has now come back to the fold, along with sister Cynthia and brother Lawrence, all of whom play roles in the J. Lohr family business. A boutique wine feel is what drives the engine of J. Lohr. The size of the company, however, allows them to have state-of-the-art analytical facilities and labs and the result is a marriage of old-world craftsmanship and new-world techniques unique among winemakers. Lohr wanted top talent to help manage the extraordinary winemaking business of red wines in Paso Robles. He found the right person in Steve Peck, formerly of BrownForman’s Five Rivers Winery. Peck’s strong science and chemistry background from UC Davis was a major factor in his coming to J. Lohr. “We wanted someone with a strong analytical background, but who also got the

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feel of wine,” says Lohr. “It’s not often you find someone with the combination of science and feel like Steve has. We got the right man.” Steve Peck – whose credentials are long and honorable – works alongside Jeff Meier, senior vice president of winemaking. Together, they complete the company’s focus on Paso Robles red wine. The Paso Robles facility is responsible for some truly extraordinary wines. Among them is the J. Lohr Cuvée Series, wines that are inspired by the blends of the Grand Cru Chateau regions of France including Pauillac, Pomerol and St. Emillion. “We’ll age those in French oak anywhere from 24-30 months and the result is a wine we think rivals the best of the Grand Cru,” says Lohr. “We also make our J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet here and that is the number one selling Cab in the United States – over $12 a bottle.” “The diversity of climate and soils in Paso and the quality and breadth of the wines here are really what drew us,” says Lohr. He should know, as one of the many hats he wears is a board chair of Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance. “We’re here to get the word out and we’ll tour four to six cities in the U.S. a year

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WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK WINERY FEATURE with our grand tastings and trade media events.” Steve was elected to the position of board chair and that honor has conferred upon him a unique role. As a sort of ambassador for not only J. Lohr, but also Paso Robles wines in general, Steve is living proof that J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines fits right in with the family feeling of Paso Robles wine growers. The J. Lohr vineyards in Paso Robles grow Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Zinfandel, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. “We do a lot of blending and we like to stay as traditional as possible,” says Lohr. “The grapes we’re growing here are as good as or better than anywhere else in the world.” Lohr should know. With vineyards that span the great growing regions of California, he’s had a chance to sample them all and Paso Robles consistently ranks at the top. The focus on only red wine in Paso Robles has allowed J. Lohr to become something of an expert in the region. J. Lohr wines that are grown here are an extension of a winemaking tradition that goes back well before those first vineyards in Monterey County to a time when wine was a family tradition, a family occupation. Almost every winemaker says that at some point or another, wine is made in the vineyard. Great grapes equal great wine. Steve Lohr’s commitment to spending some time every week in the vineyards is more proof of his family’s dedication to making those wines. Visit the J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center at 6169 Airport Road, off of Highway 46 East, daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (805) 239-8900 or visit jlohr.com.

www.bellalunawine.com (805) 434-5477 1850 Templeton Road, Templeton, CA

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Blend Your Passion for Wine and Art at Artiste by Mark Storer

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ew World and Old World wine classifications have always been a little bit at odds with one another. In France, for example, one doesn’t buy a bottle of Pinot Noir, one buys a bottle of Burgundy. European winemakers have always put an emphasis on terroir, soil and land, not on grape variety. New World winemakers have made the grape varietal king and so buying wines from either Old or New World purveyors has become more of an education than an exercise in choice. Enter Bion Rice, whose family winemaking foundations include Sunstone Winery in Santa Ynez, and who decided that while he learned winemaking in the New World, it was the Old World idea of blending and cuvee winemaking that intrigued him. “The longer I spent in the winery learning the craft and science of winemaking, the more interested I became in the art of blending wine. I found that blending really appealed to my senses and was more creative.” Turning from his roots at Sunstone to the Old World art of blending wines, Rice began Artiste Winery and Studio in downtown Santa Ynez. Artiste is not just another winery, though – as is evinced by Rice’s dedication to cuvee blending rather than a focus on varietals. “Artiste allows me to focus solely on quality, without being ultimately concerned with designating single-vineyards and political appellations, or staying vintage and varietal on the label,” he says. Still, that wasn’t the entire basis for his focus. Working together with artists, Rice developed, not only a unique winemaking facility, but an artist’s studio as well. Rice built a winery dedicated to using the highest quality grapes to produce truly singular wines from vineyards all over the state. He is, in essence, using California as his pallet to create exotic tastes for your palate. It’s a synergy borne of the artistry of winemaking and thus, Artiste’s name. The winery’s showcase of local and world-

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‘ON HOLIDAY’ – An Exhibition of Original Paintings by Craig Nelson Opening celebration Saturday, December 1 The Signing Party from 1 to 3 p.m. Evening Artist Reception from 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy a culinary tour of France, Italy, Spain, and Portugal as you sample new wine releases, then embark on a worldly and heartfelt musical journey with live music by Raggedy Ann of Santa Barbara. Members $45 / Non-Members $55 R.S.V.P. 805-686-2626/[email protected]

renowned artists at the facility showing their work is the lynchpin in this unique wine studio. This month, Artiste will host the paintings of Craig Nelson an artist known for his rich, lush oil paintings, Nelson is a favorite of many collectors including James Garner, Neil Simon, The Toyota Corporation and many others. His work will be displayed at Artiste for all to see. But it doesn’t stop with seeing other artist’s work at Artiste. In the Santa Ynez tasting studio, prepare to explore your own artistic side as a public canvas is on display for each customer to paint, draw or express their own creativity while tasting premium California cuvees. “That’s why we chose a salon setting for our Tasting Studio, where visitors may express themselves and share their opinions with others,” says Rice. “In museums and www.winecountrythisweek.com

galleries, visitors are expected to keep quiet and to themselves.” At Artiste, however, customers are encouraged to express not only their own creativity, but their opinions and thoughts about the wines they’re drinking. “I hope Artiste opens people’s minds about blends and helps them to trust and share their own impressions,” Rice adds. At Artiste, the subjective is celebrated, talked about and shared. The studio itself is a sort of monument to the 1870s impressionist art movement in France. The studio is designed to look like the Hotely Baudy in Giverny, France where the impressionist movement is thought to have begun. Each release from Artiste includes a release from one of its many artists on the label and is accompanied by a food pairing and art show featuring those very paintings and a discussion with the artist as well as autographed bottles. The synergy of art and wine comes full circle when the inspiration within the bottle becomes the same inspiration outside the bottle, on its label. Rice’s unique blends, themselves an homage to Old World wine blending traditions have given birth to beautifully crafted wines such as Toretta. With a base of the Italian varietal, Nebbiolo, Rice blends in Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a small bit of Barbera. The Bordeaux combine with the Cal-Itals and the result is now an Artiste library wine. Artiste goes where few other wineries have chosen to go, directly into the art of winemaking. But rather than make that art inaccessible and out of touch, Bion Rice, and the rest of the Artiste crew, have brought the artists and the winemakers right out in front for all to see. Customers can even sit in on Rice’s blending sessions and talk about the choices he makes while he makes them. In short, Artiste brings its art – and its wine – to the people. Artiste is located at 3569 Sagunto Street in Santa Ynez. They are open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

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Looking for a unique holiday gift for your wine-loving friends? How about an ornament signed by their favorite winemaker(s)? Do your shopping early at the holiday gathering of the Far Out Wineries in Paso Robles, on Friday, November 30. Or if you’re shopping is under control, just share a glass of cheer with the winemakers and owners of the Far Out Wineries, including: Adelaida Cellars, whose red and white Rhône wines, as well as their Syrah, have scored in the 90s in Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate. Halter Ranch, which will showcase some of the 19 sustainablyfarmed Rhône and Bordeaux varieties and blends they produce. Minassian-Young, known for their organically grown Zinfandels and Syrah, as well as Rhône and Bordeaux blends produced in select, hand-crafted lots. And Opolo Vineyards, which boasts a range of estate-grown reds from its explosive, big mountain Zinfandel to an easy-going Sangiovese. This first-ever Far Out Wineries yuletide celebration will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at Adelaida Cellars on 5805 Adelaida Road west of Paso Robles. “No seminars, just plenty of good wine, food and fun. We’ve planned a very festive event to help our customers get into the holiday spirit,” said owner Monica Villicana of Villicana Winery. “We all have loyal customers who drive out this time of the year to stock up on our wines for the holiday season. So we decided this would be a great way to thank them and spend a little time with them.” And this group of 16 boutique wineries from the western area of the Paso Robles region knows how to throw a party. “The Far Out Wineries do a good job with their special events,” says Stacie Jacobs, the executive director of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance. Wine judge Mike Stepanovich, executive director of the Bakersfield Wine Society, agrees. “I’m always up for a visit to the Far Out Wineries. They’re not really that far away, literally speaking, but ‘far out’ is a good description of their fun attitude.” The wineries will be serving a full spectrum of cheer – offering two to three great wines each, along with tasty appetizers and sparkling conversation about your favorite topic – wine. An added bonus for attendees will be a card that provides a special 10% discount on wine purchases and complimentary wine tasting at any and all of the Far Out Wineries during the entire month of December 2007. Admission to the holiday event is $18. For reservations, contact Judy at Norman Vineyards (805) 237-0138. Or for more information, go to www.faroutwineries.com. As they say, the Far Out Wineries are off the beaten path and worth the drive.

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15º C Wine Shop & Bar Offers a World of Taste by Leah Kolt

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hen the 15º C Wine Shop & Bar openened last week, it brought a world of taste to San Luis Obispo County. In addition to California wine labels, owners Ali Carscaden and Allison Dominguez offer international wines, artisan beers, imported sake and a mouth-watering array of gourmet foods. Their shelves are bursting with a cornucopia of imported cheeses, domestic and imported oils and vinegars, and even special salts, honeys and cured meats. Sensing a market gap in the northern half of SLO County, the young entrepreneurs decided to open their adventurous boutique in tiny Templeton, a few miles south of Paso Robles and just off Highway 101 at the intersection of Vineyard Drive. The name of the shop refers to the ideal temperature for wine cellars, according to Ali, a former Henry Wine Group sales rep and certified sommelier who holds a master’s degree in agriculture from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. “People in the U.S. are more familiar with the Fahrenheit equivalent, of course (58º), but we felt the Celsius form better reflects our international theme,” she explained. The shop is optimally arranged with the non-alcoholic items up front, affording patrons the convenience of leaving the bar to browse while sipping their wine, beer or sake. The juxtaposition of food and wine brings other advantages, enabling customers to indulge in cheese and meat platters – or even desserts – while searching for the perfect wine and food pairings. Of course, Ali and Allison will also be glad to provide suggestions and assistance. In fact, Allison has worked at some of the top restaurants in the Western states. Educational seminars, special ordering, chilled beverages and snack-packs available for take-out, and “gift bundles” – their twist on the traditional food and wine basket – are other distinctive features of the shop. Their broad selection of beverages includes many that are hard to find in the county now – such as French Burgundy, sparkling sake and European brews. Coupled with a high-tech, wine-preserving system, it creates a truly unique tasting experiences for customers, who can compare the local, state and international wines or sample a flight of dessert wines with chocolates. “We’ll even be able to offer hundreddollar-a-bottle wines by the glass,” Ali said. Since the women share a strong environmental ethic, they have been working hard to make their business “as green as possible.” Allison even holds a master’s degree in environmental science. “The foot-thick concrete walls of our building help keep the shop at the ideal temperature for wine storage, so we won’t need to use much energy for that purpose,” she explained. “We also plan to offer organically produced wines and other ‘green’ food and beverages.”

Ali Carscaden and Allison Dominguez

Of course, there will be a wine club. Three of them, in fact, each with the option of choosing all red, all white or a combination. Club benefits will include 10 percent off all wine, 10 percent off any wine club reorders, 10 percent off classes and events and free tasting on featured wines. Wine Rack members will receive two bottles each month, not to exceed $25. Subscribers to The Cellar receive six bottles each quarter, with a $150 cap. “This is the club for those who like to drink wine as well as do a little collecting on the side,” Allison explained. The Cav is for the wine connoisseur who wants “only the most exceptional selections that will wow anyone.” This level offers 12 bottles every three months, with a maximum cost of $500. The dynamic duo even offer cellar consulting, for customers who want to build or upgrade their existing facility. And they will provide in-home wine events. “You pick the theme and the beverages, and we’ll do the rest,” Ali said. The combined expertise of the owners, along with their uniquely diverse food and beverage selections, array of services and ideal location, is what they hope will distinguish their business. “I always wanted to have my own business,” said Allison, who worked alongside a master sommelier in Vail, Colorado. “But restaurants have such long hours. The wine shop is perfect.” Ali had a similar yearning. In fact, she wrote the business plan for the shop while studying at Cal Poly, where the two friends met. “It’s just all fallen into place,” Ali said. “This is an exciting time to be doing this. People are coming from around the world to taste and even make wine here!” 15º C is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Friday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information go to www.15degreescwines.com.

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GRILLED RACK OF LAMB AND VEGETABLES Submitted by Steve and Steffanie Anglim We’re big believers in the notion that great food doesn’t have to be complicated. We tend toward family-friendly, easy-to-prepare foods with great flavors, and Steve loves the grill, so it’s a natural choice for us. Steve prepared this rack of lamb for our recent Harvest Festival Barbeque and received rave reviews (Sofia, our 3-year-old daughter, ate three chops all by herself!) Add an assortment of vegetables to round out the meal. Rack of Lamb

Trim fat from the rack of lamb to expose 1 to 1-1/2 inches of bones and about 1/8-inch of fat on meat. Alternatively, ask your butcher to dress rack and trim excess fat from the ribs.

Grilled Rack of Lamb Perfectly Paired with Anglim Zinfandel Just the mention of lamb to anyone who dabbles in wine and food pairing would automatically elicit a response of the traditional match: Bordeaux wine – or, when speaking of domestic wine, a Meritage wine. These are wines that blend Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and other traditional Bordeaux grapes into a classic and elegant wine. But Paso Robles’ Anglim Winery kicked the intrigue up a notch, without sacrificing elegance, with their 2005 Zinfandel from St. Peter of Alcantara Vineyard. Its richness, bright fruit and notes of cinnamon spice all bring out the earthy spiciness of the lamb. Their simple, family-friendly grilled rack of lamb recipe with grilled winter vegetables is the perfect dish for anyone who loves “comfort food” on a cold night. If a lighter wine is your preference, try their Anglim 2006 Rosé; this dry blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Viognier has good body and a spicy character that complements the meat. Anglim Winery is a small, family-owned label producing vineyard-designate varietals and blends. Case production is 3,000 to 4,000 cases a year using 100 percent French oak. The tasting room is located at 740 Pine Street in downtown Paso Robles, next to the Amtrak station. Tasting Hours are Thursday through Monday, 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Sunday from noon to 5:30 p.m. For more information, call (805) 227-6813 or visit the website at www.anglimwinery.com.

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At least 3 hours before cooking (or up to the night prior), pat the meat with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and rub in about one-half ounce of Mediterranean herbs per rack. Cover and refrigerate. The herb blend we use includes rosemary, sage, lemon, dill weed, fennel, garlic and marjoram. Google it...or try The Spice House in Chicago. Remove from refrigerator and allow meat to come to room temperature (about 1 hour). Pre-heat grill, preferably with mesquite charcoal, until very hot. Grill meat 3-5 minutes per side undisturbed, fat side first. Use tongs to turn. Cook to 5 degrees below desired “doneness” based on internal temperature (trust your thermometer). Remove from grill and allow to stand 10 minutes before cutting. Grilled Vegetables The assortment is really a preference issue – Steve loves asparagus, Steffanie loves pumpkin and Sofia loves fingerling potatoes – so you see how we choose. In all cases, we like to pre-cook the vegetables somewhat (even up to a day before), and then finish on the grill; the key is to not over cook or they’ll end up soggy. Asparagus: steam in white wine (our Anglim 2005 Roussanne works nicely) for 2 minutes; trim discolored ends, then grill to warm Pumpkin / Winter Squash: lightly season with salt and pepper (and a little cinnamon if you like), and roast in 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or so. Slice into wedges and finish on grill. Fingerling Potatoes: brush with olive oil and season with salt, pepper and rosemary; roast in 350 degree oven for 20 minutes – finish on grill. To serve: Slice chops and arrange meat and vegetables on a large platter. Serve family style – fingers are the tool of choice at our house – and enjoy!

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17th Annual Victorian Teddy Bear Tea in Paso Robles On Saturday, December 15, the Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Association will host the 17th Annual Victorian Teddy Bear Tea for the children of Paso Robles. Tickets go on sale for this popular event on December 3. Children bring their favorite teddy bears – often in spectacular costumes – to the Teddy Bear Tea, which will be held at the Paso Robles Golf Club (1600 Country Club Dr., Paso Robles, CA) from 2 to 4 p.m. Seating is limited. Tickets may be purchased for $7 per child and $13 per adult from the Main Street office at 835 12th St., #D, Paso Robles, CA 93446

(in the Norma’s Way alley). Parents must purchase a ticket for themselves if they wish to accompany their child. Special guests attending the Teddy Bear Tea will be the Snow Queen and King, Santa,

Mrs. Claus, the mischievous elves and Victorian Friends. Each ticket holder will receive a tea cup for a souvenir. For more information, call (805) 2384103.

Celebrate the Holidays at the Traditional Light Parade Don’t miss the 46th Annual Holiday Light Parade in Paso Robles on December 1 at 7 p.m. The traditional event marks the arrival of Santa Claus in downtown Paso Robles. This year’s theme is “Storybook Christmas.” Children may talk with Santa at the Holiday House in the downtown park immediately following the parade. As always, Santa comes equipped with free candy canes, and he will be in residence at the Holiday House in the downtown city park until Christmas Eve. For more information, visit the website at pasoroblesdowntown.org or call (805) 238-4103.

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A Better Life at Peachy Canyon

When Doug and Nancy Beckett, a couple of school teachers looking for a better life, moved their family to Paso Robles in 1982, they never envisioned the life they would lead today. The Beckett’s brand has become nationally distributed in 48 states and select international destinations. Their wines have been recognized in many publications over the years. The November 2007 issue of Bon Appetit recommended the 2005 Westside & Snow Vineyard Zinfandels as the perfect wine for holiday menus. This coming year production is set for 84,000 cases, their largest production yet. In order to secure premium fruit, Peachy Canyon sources grapes from more than twenty local growers in the Paso Robles AVA and 100 acres of their estate vineyards. The winery is still headed by founding vintners Doug and Nancy. Now, after years away from home, both sons, Josh and Jake returned to Paso Robles

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and Peachy Canyon to work for the family business. Josh has been with the winery for ten years and has been the winemaker since 2003. Combining his varied experiences with different winemakers and regions, Josh keeps an open mind in order to create the most exciting wines possible. Jake, the younger son, wasn’t able to resist the lure of the family business either. For years, Jake worked as the vineyard manager over-seeing the four Peachy Canyon Vineyards and working with local growers to ensure fruit quality. In 2005, Jake wanted to learn other aspects of the business and joined the sales team. Jake now is the General Sales Manager and travels the country promoting the family brand. Although Zinfandels dominate the Peachy Canyon tasting menu, you will find Cabernets, Merlots, and special blends that are available to sample. Each wine possesses unique characteristics with distinguished qualities. There are two tasting rooms open to the public to sample current releases.

The Old School House Tasting Room is located on the corner of Bethel Road and Highway 46 West. The quaint landmark attraction dates back to 1886 and is surrounded by a large grassy picnic area and gazebo. The facility can be rented out for private events and is a perfect locale for an outdoor wedding amidst the vineyards. The Peachy Too Tasting Room is located on 2020 Nacimiento Lake Drive. Peachy Too is housed in a charming Swiss Chateau approximately four miles west of Highway 101 and is open weekends only. Visit www.peachycanyon.com for more information.

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Holiday Friday Night Wine, Cheese and Crafts Evening The Highway 46 West Wineries Group is gearing up for the Holiday Friday Night Wine, Cheese and Crafts Evening. The group of 13 wineries will gather at Eagle Castle Winery Friday, December 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. The admission for the event is $15 per person or $25 a couple, tickets sold at the door. All 13 wineries will taste out award winning wines. Cheese will be paired with each winery and holiday baked goods will be available for tasting. Local Crafts will be related to wine and the holidays will be displayed and available to purchase. The Grapeline will be taking reservations for transportation to and from the event. For more information, call 1-888-8-WINERY. The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance represents wineries, growers and businesses in Paso Robles Wine Country, California’s fastest growing wine region. It encompasses more than 26,000 vineyard acres and more than 170 wineries. In 2004, thirteen wineries on Highway 46 West formed the Highway 46 West Wineries Group. This group was formed to promote the tasting rooms of the beautiful west side and to make people aware of the uniqueness of 46 West and the wines produced there. Paso Robles Wine Country is as unique and inviting as the people who have dedicated themselves to nurturing the vineyards and crafting fine wines. Visitors to Highway 46 West find the road less traveled is often marked by the thrill of discovery in this uncongested region. It’s an area where hospitality is first among a long list of qualities … where being friends and neighbors is as important as producing stellar wines. Highway 46 West is one thread that weaves among the vineyards and wineries connecting longtime estates with exciting new producers. Rolling hills, majestic oaks and lush vineyards await the wine lover at every turn. The tasting rooms of Highway 46 West invite you to enjoy our neighborhood, relax under the spell of our friendly environment and savor life while sipping our spectacular wines.

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

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CASS VINEYARDS The tasting room at Cass Vineyards, which opened in 2005, offers a wonderful outdoor seating area under an ancient oak tree and a small café where guest can sample delicious food paired with the wonderful wines of Cass Vineyard and Winery. The boutique winery is a bit off the beaten path, but well worth the drive through some of the area’s most dramatic vistas. The winery features award-winning, estate-grown Rhône varietals – such as Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah – grapes perfectly suited to the warm, dry region. A unique feature of winery is that all of the Rhône grapes grown are ENTAV certified. ENTAV (Establissement National Technique pour l’Amelioration de la Viticulture) is the national agency of France responsible for the quality of wine grape varieties. More than 90% of all French Vineyards are started with ENTAV certified plants and are only recently available in California. Cass wines are some of the very first wines made from ENTAV grapes grown here. Cass Vineyards and Winery is open Monday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. They are located at 7350 Linne Road in Paso Robles. For further information, call 1-805-239-1730 or visit their website at www.casswines.com

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

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

STILL WATERS VINEYARDS Taste handcrafted estate wines of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sarah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. Bring a picnic and enjoy the spectacular views from our olive grove overlooking the vineyard. Thursday-Monday 11-5pm 2750 Old Grove Lane, Paso Robles 805-237-9231 | www.stillwatersvineyards.com

Book and Author Fair at Adelaida Cellars Adelaida Cellars presents a Book & Author Fair at its Westside Paso Robles wine estate from 1:30 to 5 p.m., December 8, featuring a handful of nationally known, published authors. Attendees will be able to engage writers as they present lectures and “author go-rounds,” and have the opportunity to purchase signed copies of their respective works on winemaking, vineyards, cooking, travel and topics that are of interest to children. Admission is free. Guests 21 years of age and older will be able to taste Adelaida’s critically acclaimed wines in the tasting room for a small fee. Driving directions and author information are available at www.adelaida.com. Adelaida owner Elizabeth Van Steenwyk, the published author of more than 70 books, conceived the book and author fair as a way of connecting avid readers with authors living in their community. “We have an interesting group of authors that the public will enjoy meeting,” said Van Steenwyk. “The author gorounds will give guests – especially aspiring writers – a chance to query authors on their work routines, influences and lifestyles.” Not widely known, author go-rounds consist of questions and answers between seated writers and a small semicircle of guests. Participating authors include: Sheridan Warrick, the author of The Way to Make Wine: How to Craft Superb Table Wines at Home; freelance journalist Mira Advani-Honeycutt who writes on food, wine, travel and arts. Her book, California’s Central Coast, The Ultimate Winery Guide: from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles, is available at major bookstores and amazon.com.; The two authors of Paso Robles: An American Terroir, Dr. Thomas J. Rice and Tracy G. Cervellone; Tony Johnston who has written more than 100 books including the award-winning children’s titles: The Wagon, Any Small Goodness and Bone by Bone by Bone; and authors of the Cahoots Cookbook, Lisa Jones and Jim Subject. Established in 1981, Adelaida Cellars is a family-owned and operated vineyard and winery situated 16 miles from the Pacific Ocean at 1,800 feet of elevation in the Santa Lucia Mountains. Its highly acclaimed Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rhône varietals and Zinfandel originate in two principal vineyards (HMR and Viking) that are recognized for their chalky mountain soils, temperate climates and long growing seasons. The winery offers many interactive functions throughout the year: an inviting tasting room, educational seminars, wine club events, winemaker dinners, and seasonal festivals produced by the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance (pasowine.com). Visit Adelaida Cellars at 5805 Adelaida Road, open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 1-800-676-1232.

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Spread Some Holiday Cheer – Give the Gift of Wine On Thursday November 29th from 5 to 7 p.m., get in the spirit, taste wine and do some shopping! Local wineries will be offering special deals and special treats for your holiday shopping. • At Baileyana and Tangent wineries receive special discounts on library wines and enjoy holiday chocolate sampling. 5828 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo (805) 269-8200, www.baileyana-tangent.com • At Tolosa Winery come to Santa’s wine shop and enjoy holiday festivities with the Tolosa elves and receive discounts on wine and merchandise! 4910 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo (805) 782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com

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e • At Perbacco Cellars enjoy 20% discount on all wines as well as tasty treats! 1850 Calle Joaquin Road, San Luis Obispo (805) 787-0485 • www.perbaccocellars.com • Enjoy Talley Vineyards wines and light hors d’oeuvres along with special savings on select wines! 3031 Lopez Drive, Arroyo Grande (805) 489-0446, www.talleyvineyards.com • Celebrate the Season with treats and specials at Cerro Caliente Cellars 831-A Via Esteban, San Luis Obispo (805) 544-2842, www.cerrocalientecellars.com • Come visit Pozo Valley’s new tasting room just minutes from San Luis Obispo and enjoy 20% off case discounts and food sampling from Bonnie Maries Catering! 2200 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita

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How did I want to do it?” The soul-searching led to an impromptu job at a wine market. “I wanted to be a winemaker, but I’d never done anything like it before. So, first, I wanted to learn how to sell it.” The job at the store led to a job with a distributor and even at one point, a job selling the infamous “2-buck Chuck” brand, Charles Shaw – before it became a household name. Eventually, Fraser talked himself into a job as winemaker at Leeward Winery in Ventura. With no experience as a winemaker, he was self-taught in every facet of the business. “I called up UC Davis and bought all the books that someone in the oenology program would

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market. You can’t have one without the other,” Fraser says. Scott Cellars is indeed an American dream, created by a man with a practical vision for what he wants who answers to his own instincts. It is indeed a New World at Scott Cellars. Taste the wines of Scott Cellars at the tasting room, 2933 San Marcos Avenue in Los Olivos, Thursday through Monday from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call (805) 686-5450.

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Changala Winery – Templeton 422 Main St; 805-238-0421 ★ Chateau Margene – Creston 4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 Christian Lazo – San Miguel 249 10th Street, Suite A; 805-467-2672

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

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

Daily 11-5

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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L’Aventure Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su 11-4 2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 or By Appt Laura’s Vineyard – Paso Robles 5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300

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★ Orchid Hill Vineyard – Paso Robles By Appt X 1140 Pine St; 805-237-7525 Daily 11-5:30

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Daily 10-5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fr-Su 11-4

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

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Pianetta – Paso Robles 829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Su-Mo-Th: 12-6pm, Fr-Sa 11-7

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-6

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

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Cottonwood Canyon – Santa Maria Daily 3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-9063 10-5:30

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

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

Daily 10-5

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Kynsi Winery – Arroyo Grande Th-Mo 2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 11-5

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

Daily 10-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 10-5

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

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

Daily 11-4

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

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

Th-Mo 11-5

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

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

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

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★ Taste – San Luis Obispo 1003 Osos St; 805-269-TASTE

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

Daily 11-5

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

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

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

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

Daily 10-5

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

Daily 11-5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-6

Daily 11-9

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-5

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

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

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

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

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Rancho Sisquoc Winery – Santa Maria Daily 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 10-4 Tantara Vineyard – Santa Maria 4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-6

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

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★ Scott Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-570-0048 12-5 Star Lane – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5

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Three Saints – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 Vandale – at The Ballard Inn in Ballard Fr-Su 2436 Baseline Ave; 805-688-7770 12-5:30 Verdad Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 ★ Wild Heart Winery – Los Olivos 2933-C Grand Ave; 805-688-7386 Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Daily 11-5

Ampelos Cellars – Lompoc 805-736-9957

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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S O LVA N G Blackjack Ranch – Solvang 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412

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

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