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TABLE OF CONTENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK

ON THE COVER Silver Horse Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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SAN LUIS OBISPO WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 SANTA MARIA VALLEY WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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WINE COUNTRY NEWS Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

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

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

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 SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY ★ ONGOING ★ Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars 10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton www.castorocellars.com • Oct: Juried Art Show - Mixed Media

★ OCTOBER 19-21 ★ Harvest Tour at Peachy Canyon & Peachy Canyon too Delicious tastings and more at 2 locations! Sat: 3rd Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest at the Nacimiento Drive tasting room. Featuring dinner, live music, pumpkin carving & prizes. 11am-5pm, 805-239-1918, Paso Robles www.peachycanyon.com

OCTOBER 5 Wine Tour at Justin Winery A special tour leads you through the Isosceles Center, the vineyards & the caves. Then enjoy a sit-down tasting paired with plates prepared by the Justin Culinary Team & Chef Swarthout. 2:30pm, $100pp, 805-238-6932x300 www.justinwine.com

★ ★ OCTOBER 19-21 Harvest Tour Weekend at Castoro Cellars Fri: Barrel tasting. “Dam Fine Wine” will flow! Sat: 5 course winemaker dinner at Panolivo Sat & Sun: From the barrel to the library! 10am-5pm, 805-238-0725, Paso Robles www.castorocellars.com

OCTOBER 6 Pioneer Day in Paso Robles Parade, car show, horshoes, and “Bean Feed” 7am-1pm, 800-406-4040, Downtown City Park

OCTOBER 19-21 Harvest Tour at Donati Family Vineyard Tours, blending seminars, wine tasting & more! 10am-6pm, 805-238-0676, Templeton www.donatifamilyvineyard.com

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OCTOBER 6 Paso Robles Rhône Rangers Experience BBQ, lectures, walk-around tasting & more! 805-237-1231, RSVP, $215pp, Paso Robles [email protected] www.rhonerangers.org ★ ★ OCTOBER 7 2007 Winery Music Awards Final Competition, River Oaks Hot Springs 4-9pm, [email protected] OCTOBER 12 Al Fresco Wine Dinner at Zaca Mesa Enjoy breathtaking views, gourmet food & wine 5:30pm, 805-688-9339, Paso Robles www.zacamesa.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 13 John Danley & Gove Scrivenor Great music at Castoro Cellars, Paso Robles 888-DAM-FINE, www.castorocellars.com OCTOBER 18-21 Harvest Tour Dark Chocolate Fondue Party! Fondue paired with award winning wines! 805-238-4763, Dunning Vineyards Paso Robles, www.dunningvineyards.com OCTOBER 19 Evening in Tuscany at Robert Hall Winery Enjoy steamed mussels paired with fine wines 6pm, 805-239-1616, Paso Robles www.roberthallwinery.com OCTOBER 19 Harvest Festival Weekend Kickoff at Bianchi Featuring music by The JD Project Prime Rib dinner paired with Bianchi's fine wines 6pm, 805-226-9922, Paso Robles $75/per person $65/Lakeside Club Members Reservations required! www.bianchiwine.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 19 Harvest with Chef Charlie at Cass Wines A great big bon fire & a delicious pig roast! 6pm, $100pp, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles www.casswines.com OCTOBER 19-20 Lobster Fest at JanKris Winery Delicious New England Lobster dinner 6pm, $60pp, 805-434-0319, Paso Robles www.jankriswinery.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 19-21 Camp-Out at Cass Wines All the luxuries of home provided, with two dinners, including the pig roast & two breakfasts. 6pm, $665/couple, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles www.casswines.com

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★ ★ OCTOBER 19-21 Harvest Tour Weekend at Eberle Winery • Fri: Enjoy fine wines paired with specialty dishes • Fri Eve: Winemaker dinner featuring Chef Antonio Varia of Buona Tavola • Sat: Open house with BBQ, live music & tours • Sun: Join Eberle in the caves for a special multi-course luncheon 805-238-9607, Paso Robles, www.eberlewinery.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 19-21 Harvest Tour at EOS Estate Winery Guided tours, live music, fine wines & more! 10am-5pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles www.eosvintage.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 19-21 Harvest Tour at Opolo Vineyards • Fri-Sat: Enjoy grape stomping, dancing, gypsy serenades, fantastic food & more! • Sat-Sun: Carne asada tacos, whole roasted lamb & fine wine! 805-237-0138, www.opolo.com, Paso Robles OCTOBER 19-21 Harvest Tour Weekend at Robert Hall Winery Celebrate the harvest with great wine tastings 10am-6pm, 805-239-1616, Paso Robles www.roberthallwinery.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 19-21 Silver Horse Winery Taste new releases, play bocce ball, enjoy fine wine, music, hors d’oeuvres & more! Evening: Enjoy an Old-World grape harvest celebration featuring grape stomping, fine wine, excellent food & good company. 11am-5pm, 805-467-WINE, Paso Robles www.silverhorse.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 19-21 Harvest Tour at Still Waters Vineyards • Fri: Open house featuring wine pairing with Monterey Street Cheese & music too • Sat: Delicious tastings, tours with strolling musicians, hors d’oeuvres & more! • Sun: Tasty BBQ treats paired with handcrafted wines 11am-5pm, 805-237-9231, Paso Robles www.stillwatersvineyards.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 19-21 Harvest Tour at Minassian-Young Vineyards Celebrate the harvest with fine wines paired with tasty bites from the new wood fired pizza oven. 11am-5pm, 805-238-7571, Paso Robles

★ OCTOBER 19-21 ★ Harvest Tour Weekend at Midlife Crises • Fri: Midlife’s first winemaker dinner at Panolivo • Fri-Sun: Enjoy wine tasting at the tasting room with food pairings, barrel samples 10:30am-6pm, 805-237-8730, www.midlifecrisiswinery.com ★ OCTOBER 20 ★ Cinema E Vino Paradiso at Cass Wines Presenting - Young Frankenstein 7:30pm, $75, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles www.casswines.com ★ OCTOBER 20 ★ 1st Annual Costumed Bike Race at Cass Wines Wear a cowboy or vintner costume at this fun event benefiting the Boys & Girls Club 11am, $20, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles www.casswines.com OCTOBER 20 Golden Oak Festival Golden State Classic Car Show and Pumpkin Weigh-Off Arts, crafts, music, food, cars & pumpkins! 10am-4pm, 805-238-4103, Paso Robles Park OCTOBER 20 Sylvester Winery Celebrates Harvest New release of “NIKIARA” with a gourmet buffet extravaganza featuring: Crab Legs, Prime Rib, Jumbo Tiger Shrimp, Karabuta Pork, Pâtés, Prosciutto di Parma, Pumpkin Gnocchi & more! $60, 805-227-4000, Paso Robles OCTOBER 20 Bocce & Burgers at Robert Hall Bocce tournament, burgers and fine wine! 12-6pm, $75, 805-239-1616, Paso Robles www.roberthallwinery.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 20 Harvest Tour BBQ Cook Off at Grey Wolf Cellars 11am-6pm, 805-237-0771, Paso Robles www.greywolfcellars.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 20 Pancake Breakfast at Arroyo Robles 9:30-11am, $30, 877-759-WINE, Paso Robles www.arroyorobles.com ★ OCTOBER 20 ★ Dinner Cruise with Arroyo Robles Winery Cruise aboard the Papagillo II in Morro Bay 6-9pm, $75, 877-759-WINE, Morro Bay Paso Robles, www.arroyorobles.com OCTOBER 20 5th Annual Cork & Pork! Delicious whole pit roasted pork & fine wine. Carmody McKnight Estate Wines 10am, 800-282-0730, RSVP Paso Robles, www.carmodymcknight.com ★ OCTOBER 20 ★ Enjoy Wine by the Sea at Cayucos Cellars Featuring live music, photography & new releases 11am-6pm, 805-995-3036, Paso Robles www.cayucoscellars.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 20 6th Annual Best of the West Seminar at Opolo Vineyards Join the 16 Far Out Wineries for this exciting event. Featuring winemakers and owners, from each winery pouring wines which best represent the unique wine grape growing conditions of the Westside soils of Paso Robles. $55/pp. Reservations required, 805-237-0138 Paso Robles, www.opolo.com

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★ OCTOBER 20-21 ★ Harvest Tour at Halter Ranch Vineyard Winemaker Bill Sheffer will barbecue & Winegrower Mitch Wyss will be giving tours of the sustainably farmed vineyard. 11am-5pm, Paso Robles www.halterranch.com, 805-237-0138 ★ ★ OCTOBER 20-21 Harvest Tour Open House at Adelaida Cellars Barrel tasting, fine reserve & library wines, hors d’oeuvres, music & more! 10am-5pm www.adelaida.com, 800-676-1232, Paso Robles ★ OCTOBER 20-21 ★ Celebrate Harvest Tour at B & E Vineyards Live music, hors d’oeuvres, new releases, barrel tasting, wagon tours & more! 11am-5pm, 805-238-4815, Paso Robles www.bevineyard.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 20-21 Harvest Tour at Bella Luna Winery Barrel tastings and more! 10am-5pm, Paso Robles, 805-434-5477, www.bellalunawine.com ★ OCTOBER 20-21 ★ Penman Springs Vineyard It’s “report card” time! Enjoy pulled pork, live jazz & great wine. 11am-5pm, Paso Robles 805-237-7959, www.penmansprings.com OCTOBER 20-21 Harvest Festival Weekend at Bianchi Barrel samples, complimentary appetizers 10am-5pm, 805-226-9922, Paso Robles www.bianchiwine.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 21 3rd Annual Boys and Girls Club Grape Stomp Benefit for the Boys & Girls Club at Cass Wines BBQ and live music, great for the whole family! 2pm, $20, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles www.casswines.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 21 BBQ at Arroyo Robles Winery Enjoy delicious BBQ & fine wines 12-7pm, Paso Robles, 877-759-WINE www.arroyorobles.com ★ ★ OCTOBER 21 Rhône Food & Wine Luncheon at Eberle Winery Fine cuisine & wine pairing in the Eberle Caves $75, 805-238-9607, Paso Robles www.eberlewinery.com ARROYO GRANDE ONGOING Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077 Arroyo Grande OCTOBER 10 Dark Star Orchestra Channels the Grateful Dead Hear the set lists with faithful interpretation 7pm, $41, 805-489-9444, Arroyo Grande Clark Center for Performing Arts www.clarkcenter.org SAN LUIS OBISPO ONGOING Christopher Cohan Center Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo 805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org • Oct 5: Body Vox • Oct 6: SLO Symphony Opening Night • Oct 7: James Welch on the Pipe Organ • Oct 9: Weird Al Yankovic • Oct 11: Shaolin Warriors • Oct 12: Solid Blues • Oct 13: Silent Film- Phantom of the Opera • Oct 13: Caroline Rhea

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK CALENDAR OF EVENTS ONGOING San Luis Obispo Little Theatre 805-786-2440, www.slolittletheatre.org Oct 19-Nov 18: Baby ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 31 Hearst Castle Garden Tour Enjoy a special tour of the Hearst Castle focusing on the gardens including Neptune’s pool & wine cellar, San Simeon 800-444-4445, www.hearstcastle.com 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 over looking the ocean 10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach www.pismochamber.com ★ ONGOING TUESDAYS ★ 2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste Weekly drink specials 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com ★ ONGOING WEDNESDAYS ★ Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste Tastings wiht the winemaker 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com 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 SECOND FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk Art galleries’ open house receptions 5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting at The Loading Dock Live music, wine and food 7-10pm, $5, 805-934-3471, San Luis Obispo ONGOING A Murder Mystery Dinner Enjoy a parody of Bewitched with dinner & wine 5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 7 Plein Air Festival 2007 Various art filled events including quick draw, auctions, demonstrations, art sales and more! gala events, fine wine & excellent cuisine ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 19 Jake’s Women 7:30, 805-927-3877, Pewter Plough Playhouse www.pewterploughlayhouse.org ★ ★ ONGOING SUNDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER 21 School House Rock at Salisbury Vineyards Live Music and BBQ on Patio, 1-4pm 805-595-WINE, San Luis Obispo, www.slowine.com

★ ★ OCTOBER 11 Foodies Unite at Salisbury Vineyards Chef Fabula prepares & shares delights! 6:30-8:30pm, $35, 805-595-9463, San Luis Obispo www.salisburyvineyards.com

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON ONGOING Santa Maria Valley Railroad 805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.com Elegant excursions featuring five star gourmet meals ONGOING MONDAYS Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro Featuring regional & varietal tastings 5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Santa Maria ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER 12 Friday Night Wine Downs at Cottowood Canyon Winery Great music, fine wine, food and fun 805-937-8463, Santa Maria www.cottonwoodcanyon.com ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 12 Traditional & Transition: The California Missions at Betteravia Gallery 10am-6pm, 805-568-3994, Santa Maria OCTOBER 6 Autumn Arts Grapes & Grains Festival Wine & beer tastings, arts, crafts & more! 11-4pm, $24, 805-925-2403, Santa Maria www.santamaria.com OCTOBER 13-15 A Celebration of Harvest at Sisquoc Winery Over 100 wineries offer samples of their best! Live music, auction, tastings & more 1-4pm, $65, 805-688-0881, Santa Maria www.sbcountywines.com 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 Los Olivos Wine Café’s Tempting Tuesdays Taste selected wines paired with hors d’oeuvres 5-7pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com ONGOING TUESDAYS Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Café Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres 5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos www.losolivoscafe.com • Oct: 23: Santa Barbara County Appellation Comparison Tasting OCTOBER 6 Grapes and Grains Celebrate the harvest with wine, art & more! 1-4pm, $35, 805-925-2403, Santa Maria Abel Maldonado Youth Center OCTOBER 10 Evening with the Winemaker Featuring Foxen Canyon 5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos Cafe Los Olivos, www.losolivoscafe.com LOMPOC ONGOING SATURDAYS Olde Towne Market in Lompoc Great food, wine & music 805-736-4567, Lompoc www.lompocrecord.com

OCTOBER 5 Art & Wine Party at David Ryan Gallery Featuring wines of Sanford Winery & art work of Steven Chorney, 6:30pm, 805-937-1058 Lompoc, www.davidryangallery.com OCTOBER 12 La Purisima Mission Candelight Tour Walk through the pages of history while enjoying cuisine of the 19th century 7pm, $40, 805-733-3713, Lompoc www.lapurisimamission.org SOLVANG ONGONG LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Lucas & Lewellen Summer Fridays Enjoy wine and cheese pairings with live jazz band "The Buzz" 6-8pm, $10, free to wine club members 888-777-6663, Solvang, www.llwine.com ONGOING PCPA Theater 8pm, 805-922-8313, Solvang, www.pcpa.org • Oct 4-7: Interplay: The Stage Between ONGOING FRIDAYS Wine Tasting on the Patio Live guitar music along with fine wines 5:30-7pm, 800-624-5572, Solvang www.royalscandinavianinn.com ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER Music on the Green Fun and music for the entire family 5:30pm, Solvang, www.syvva.com OCTOBER 14 A Walk in the Vineyard at Buttonwood Vineyard Morning walk, delicious brunch & wine tasting 10am-1pm, $35, 805-688-3032, Solvang www.buttonwood.com SANTA YNEZ

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 THROUGH OCTOBER 26 Ordinary to Extraordinary: Photos from the 1930s 10am-6pm, 805-568-3994, Santa Barbara Channing Peake Gallery ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 31 Cachuma Lake Nature Cruises Observe wildlife easily on 48 foot boat 805-686-5050, www.sbparks.org ONGOING Santa Barbara Museum of Art 805-963-4364, www,sbma.net • Ongoing through Oct 7: Contemporary Photographs • Ongoing through Nov 13: The Art of Europe & the Americas • Ongoing through Dec 1: The Vedder Collection ONGOING Lobero Theatre 805-966-4946, Santa Barbara, www.lobero.com Oct 4: James Donlon Oct 5: Robert Shields Oct 6: Festival of Fools Oct 11-14: Jamaica Farewell Oct 12: Andras Schiff Oct 13: Francisco Espinosa ONGOING Arlington Theatre 805-963-4408, Santa Barbara Oct 4: Movin’ Out, Music by Billy Joel Oct 11: Benise Oct 13: Santa Barbara Symphony

ONGOING Chumash Casino Concerts 800-585-3737, Santa Ynez www.chumashcasino.com • Oct 4: The Go Go’s • Oct 11: John Pinette & Kathleen Madigan

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 WEDNESDAYS Jazz on the Deck at Vineyard House Live music and fine food 6:30pm, $2, 805-688-2886, Santa Ynez www.thevineyardhouse.com

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

SANTA BARBARA ONGOING SUNDAYS Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show Featering 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 Oct 3: Once Oct 4: Rebecca Solnit Oct 8: Rajiv Chandrasekaran Oct 9: Bela Fleck & the Fleckstones Oct 10: Away From Her Oct 11: Steve Tyrell ONGOING Touristorica – Historic Downtown Walking Tour Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbara’s past 10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara

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OCTOBER 12 Dos Pueblos Invitational Race High School cross country with open race for community runners 805-968-2541, Shoreline Park, Santa Barbara OCTOBER 12 Heebie Jeebie Halloween Frightening family fun at the museum 10am-4pm, 805-682-4711, www.sbnature.org Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History OCTOBER 13 Santa Barbara Harbor and Seafood Festival Boat rides, live music, a tall-ship and more1 10am-5pm, 805-897-1962, Santa Barbara www.santabarbaraca.gov OCTOBER 13 Santa Barbara Invitational Race 805-766-1628, Shoreline Park, Santa Barbara ★ ★ OCTOBER 13 Santa Barbara County Vintners Celebration of Harvest Festival 100 wineries serve exciting tastes & flavors Rancho Sisquoc Winery, Santa Maria 805-688-0881, www.sbcountywines.com

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HALTER RANCH VINEYARD By Dave Wilcox

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n ancient coast live oak – one of the largest specimens in the world – stands sentinel on a hilltop overlooking the Halter Ranch Vineyard, its gnarled limbs sprawling forth from the massive trunk. Standing beneath its canopy, you can just imagine inhabitants from the past seeking shelter form the Paso Robles heat hundreds of years earlier in the very same spot. The tree evokes a sense of place, an authenticity, that emanates throughout Halter Ranch, from the historic farmhouse greeting visitors, to the rustic barns and silo. That same sense of place guides the sustainable farming practices and winemaking at Halter Ranch Vineyard, said Leslie Wyss, the winery’s manager. “The tree is a symbol,” she said. Even the renovations of the beautiful Victorian farmhouse and other structures – including the quaint tasting room which sits just behind the home – were completed with

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said Wyss, with winemaker Bill Sheffer seeking a pure expression of the vineyard’s various blocks. Soils on the steep vineyard hillsides range from calcareous clay to clay loam with shale deposits dictate the varietals planted – and there are no fewer than 19 in 42 separate blocks. The limestone-rich slopes reach an elevation of 1,800 feet and most of the vineyards are south-facing, providing excellent drainage and sun exposure. About 50 acres of vines were planted in the late 1990s, but most were planted after Swiss entrepreneu Hansjörg Wyss purchased 900 acres of the ranch on Paso Robles’ west side that dates back to the 1880s. Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon are the centerpiece of the winery’s basic program, but that hardly tells the whole story. With about 60 percent planted to Bordeaux varieties and 40 percent to Rhône varieties, with some Zinfandel that’s used for blending, the array of grapes provides Sheffer with an exciting palette with which to craft Halter Ranch blends.

WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK WINERY FEATURE Current releases include the 2004 Ranch Cab, a blend that includes 75 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and dollops of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Syrah. Also, the 2006 Ranch White, a blend of Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Roussanne and Marsanne, the 2005 Ranch Red, made up primarily of Zinfandel and Syrah, and a 2004 Syrah that employs Mourvedre, Grenache and Petit Verdot. Sheffer previously worked as an assistant wine maker at J. Lohr and Adelaida Cellars before becoming the top winemaker at Eberle Winery in the eight years before coming to Halter Ranch. He’s also spent time learning his craft at wineries around the globe, including in Chile, New Zealand and Spain. About two-thirds of the grapes grown at Halter Ranch continue to be sold to other wineries, including Justin – which is about four miles west on Adelaida Road – L’Aventure and Wild Horse. The first vintage bottled under the Halter Ranch label was 2002 and production has reached about 5,000 cases annually. That number will gradually expand. Plans for a new, state-of-the-art winery, including caves carved into the hillside, are in the design stages, with permits already secured. The history of the ranch and the legacy of the coast live oak are the inspiration for an estate red blend, called Ancestor, set for its initial release in October. Destined to be the winery’s flagship, the Ancestor Estate Reserve will showcase varietals from the vineyard’s best red wine lots each vintage. The first vintage of Ancestor will be 2003, featuring primarily Syrah with some Cabernet Sauvignon. Winegrower Mitch Wyss, Leslie’s husband, was hired to oversee the vineyard from the beginning. Leslie and Mitch Wyss were already friends with Hansjörg Wyss when he bought the ranch. “There was a sense of loyalty and trust that we had already established,” she said. Halter Ranch Vineyard “is very much run like a family business.” Prior to arriving at Halter Ranch, Mitch Wyss spent more than 20 years managing farming operations in the northern Sacramento Valley, growing various produce such as kiwis, sugar plums and mandarins. When offered the opportunity to grow grapes at Halter Ranch, he jumped at the chance, said Leslie Wyss. Growing wine grapes provides the satisfaction of taking your agricultural product from start to finish, something that appealed to Wyss. He’s also taken advantage of the opportunity to cultivate even further his use of sustainable farming practices – something that falls perfectly in line with the sensibilities of Hansjörg Wyss. A foundation bearing his name has helped to preserve nearly five million acres of wilderness in the U.S., and he serves on the boards of The Wilderness Society, the Grand Canyon Trust and other environmentally oriented organizations. The Halter Ranch tasting room is located about 10 miles west of downtown Paso Robles. It’s open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Directions and other information are available by visiting the winery’s website at www.halterranch.com, or calling toll-free at 1-888-3679977. Tours are available by advance appointment only.

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ocated in San Miguel’s beautiful Pleasant Valley, just minutes away from downtown Paso Robles, the Silver Horse Winery facility is unlike any other in the Paso Robles area. Situated on a hilltop overlooking hundreds of acres of vineyards, Silver Horse Winery is one of the most beautiful facilities around. With elegant hacienda-style appointments such as 105-year-old clay roof tiles, a hand-made fountain, three patios and a large garden /lawn area, enthusiasts will experience wine bliss while sipping on the French – Bordeaux and Spanish – Rioja varietal wines. Winemaker Stephen Kroener strives to handcraft food-friendly, well-balanced wines that reflect his family’s love of combining great food, great wine and great friends; it is in this spirit that each bottle of Silver Horse wine carries the inscription “Not For Us Alone!” New releases for the 2005 vintage will include a Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Malbec blend called “Carame,” named after his beautiful bride. A Malbec and Petit Verdot blend dubbed “Sage,” in honor of his parents. Three Spanish Rioja blends called the “Big Easy,” “The Big Easy Rosé” and “Tori.” A Syrah /Cabernet blend called “TOMOTO.” Varietal wine of Albarino, Cabernet Sauvi-

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gnon, Malbec and Merlot are also available at the tasting room. Just a small side note, Silver Horse wines are only available at the tastingroom. Up for a little competition? Silver Horse winery also offers two regulation bocce ball courts and two regulation horseshoe pits. If you’re lucky you may find yourself sipping on fine wine and having a friendly match with the winemaker/owners of Silver Horse Winery. So come by their wonderful facility

and enjoy breathtaking views of some of the Central Coast’s most beautiful vistas. Your dreams for the ultimate wine experience will be found at this family owned and operated winery! Come See for yourself! Silver Horse Winery is located at 2995 Pleasant Road in San Miguel. Tasting room hours are Friday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (805) 467-WINE or visit the website at www.silverhorsewinery.com.

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

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Six Independent Artists Compete in Final Winery Music Awards Saturday’s Winery Music Awards semifinal concert winner, Holiday And The Adventure Pop Collective, from San Diego, became the sixth and last independent artist to qualify for the competition’s finals, to be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 7, at River Oaks Hot Springs & Spa in Paso Robles. The five others who ranked among the highest scores of the 20 semi-finalists in the 2007 summer-long Wine Country competition are: Shannon Curtis from Los Angeles, Dominic Castillo & The Rock Savants of San Luis Obispo, Amber Norgaard of Tucson, AZ, Debra Arlyn of Portland, OR, and Machine from Templeton. Saturday’s concert was the fourth and last semi-final concert of this year’s event and also featured Fair Trade of Sacramento, Jane Bolduc, of Los Angeles and Vanessa Van Spall from San Francisco. Artist performances were judged by a panel of professionals in the

music, entertainment and wine industries in the categories of originality, musicianship and marketability to the prime wine-consuming market. Of the pool of twenty industry judges for the 2007 competition, some notable names include Jon Anderson, of the legendary rock group, YES; Antonia Bennett, jazz singer and daughter of the great Tony Bennett; and Jake Hooker, composer one of rock’s greatest hits of all time, “I Love Rock and Roll.” Hosts Andrew Firestone, General Manager of Firestone Winery in Paso Robles, and once featured on TV’s “The Bachelor,” and Janie Terrazas, a Los Angeles-based TV personality and model, keep audiences entertained at each show with their personable charm, quick wit and engaging humor. Tickets for the final concert competition of the Winery Music Awards are available through www.BrownPaperTickets.com or by

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calling 1-800-838-3006. Tickets are $50. For more information, visit the website at www.winerymusicawards.com. The Winery Music Awards Competition was founded and produced by Kathy Kelly Productions, Inc. The competition was created out of the growing popularity of quality musical performances at many wineries throughout California. Attendees enjoy fine wine, gourmet food and quality original music in a variety of genres surrounded by rows of vineyards and stacks of wine barrels. The Winery Music Awards competition is a Paso Robles-based showcase open to original music artists from the US and Canada, independent and unsigned with major record labels. Its four monthly semifinal concert competitions began in June. Twenty artists out of nearly 100 who entered the competition qualified to compete in the semi-final rounds.

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Jill Mittan

Winemaker Profile: Midlife Crisis

KEVIN & JILL MITTAN by Mark Storer

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n 2005, I went to the Paso Robles Wine Festival as a journalist. While I was there, I tasted through the obligatory samples but one truly stood out. It was an up-andcoming winery called Midlife Crisis and aside from the catchy name, I was truly astounded by the wines that Kevin and Jill Mittan were producing. Their Syrah, a barrel sample at the time, was truly delicious and as it aged, it only got better. “We learned to make wine as home winemakers – our “label” was Vanalden Estate,” says Jill Mittan. Vanalden was the name of the street on which they lived at the time. The couple were a part of Cellarmasters in the San Fernando Valley and worked closely with John Daume. “We were so serious that we installed a 10' x 10' garden shed in our garage and bought our own “crusher/destemmer,” press and even 10 gallon barrels.” The Mittans spent as much time on their homemade wines as they do on their commercial wines. Still, Midlife Crisis, a name that is as much a description as a marketing tool, is not the Mittans only work. The pair are still working

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their “day” jobs in L.A. (both are in the television industry) and coming up to Paso Robles on weekends. The couple is preparing to go “full-time” in the wine industry, but many factors including dealing with the red-tape of setting up an actual winery are involved. John Daume’s influence on winemakers is becoming far and wide. “John is the owner of the Woodland Hills Beer, Wine and Cheese making shop and the Daume Winery in Camarillo,” says Mittan. “He let the Cellarmasters have access to his winery at crush www.winecountrythisweek.com

and he also spent a lot of time sharing what he knew and what he learned.” Between Daume’s influence and a few classes at UC Davis, the Mittans fashioned a winemaking education that has served them well. “The other inspiration and influence was Art Norman,” Mittan commented. “I think when we first learned how he had spent years coming up on weekends and building his vineyard and winery from the ground up, that started the dream in us and made us believe we could hang in there and make a winery work. He also was just so helpful with ideas as was Gary Eberle who spent lots of time talking to us.” The Mittans have created market-friendly and drinkable wine that also is a brand. In short, Midlife Crisis is not a crisis at all; it’s an American dream for two dreamers who believe in the hard work it takes to make dreams a reality. Jill Mittan puts it more simply, “Having people like your wine is a really magical wonderful thing.” Midlife Crisis tasting room is located at 1244 Pine Street, Suite A in Paso Robles. Hours are Thursday through Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call (805) 237-8730.

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Vintners’ Association to Celebrate the Joys of Harvest Santa Barbara County vineyard managers and winemakers have shifted into “harvest mode” and are already remarking on the quality of the 2007 vintage. Steve Clifton, owner/winemaker of Palmina, picked Pinot Grigio from the Alisos Vineyard on August 17th. “It tastes fantastic,” he notes. “We’ve had a nice even growing season, and the fruit has responded with great balance and flavor profiles. Couldn’t be happier.” The wine grape harvest will ramp up into September and October and with continued weather patterns, finish in November with late ripening grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Jim Fiolek, Executive Director of the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association says that “Excitement is in the air! Harvest is what our grower and winery members work toward all year, ensuring that each grape cluster is as perfect as possible. Harvest truly is the fruits of their labor.” Another tradition of harvest is the annual “Celebration of Harvest” festival, sponsored by the Vintners’ Association. In addition to bringing wine lovers, vintners, growers, winemakers and chefs together to extol the joys of harvest, the festival celebrates the diversity of the unique Santa Barbara County wine region. The Celebration of Harvest Festival will be held Saturday afternoon, October 13th from 1 to 4 p.m. on the stunning grounds of Rancho Sisquoc Winery located in the Santa Maria Valley. Festival goers will sample wines from the 100+ members of the Vintners’ Association, complemented with Wine Country cuisine from more than two dozen local caterers and restaurants.

Join the entire membership of the Vintners’ Association to celebrate the joys of harvest! The stunning grounds of Rancho Sisquoc, with ancient oaks and sloping lawns, will provide a beautiful backdrop to this annual feast of great wine, superb food, lively music and an overall good time. Fiolek adds, “One of the biggest features of the Celebration of Harvest is that it’s everything you want in a festival – and less! The same number of great Santa Barbara County wineries and wines, same number of restaurants, same full afternoon of entertainment … but half the people! Because of Rancho Sisquoc’s intimate space, we limit the ticket sales to half that of our April event.” Tickets for the festival are available for sale through the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association and can be purchased online at www.sbcountywines.com. Festival tickets are $65 in advance and $75 at the gate, although the event is always a sell-out. The Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association is a non-profit trade association which promotes Santa Barbara County as a premier winegrowing region. There are currently more than 100 winery and grower members. For more information, contact the SBCVA at (805) 688-0881 or via e-mail at [email protected].

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WINDWARD VINEYARD by Janis Switzer

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n the 2004 movie “Sideways,” the central character Miles poetically describes his love for Pinot Noir. He talks in great detail about its need for constant care and attention, its fragile, delicate nature, and its haunting and brilliant flavors. Pinot Noir sales exploded after the release of that movie, but for Marc Goldberg and Maggie D’Ambrosia of Windward Vineyard, Pinot Noir has been an allconsuming passion for almost 20 years. Since planting their 15-acre property in the Templeton Gap area of Westside Paso Robles in 1989, the former hospital administrators have been devoting their time and resources to growing and making a “Great American Pinot Noir,” one that rivals those produced in the Burgundy region of France. The Windward style of Pinot Noir is a lighter style than most American Pinots. Marc, who loves to cook, believes that his

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style is much more food-friendly than other heavier Pinots. “Other wines can’t compare to the wine and food combinations that Burgundy does,” he explains. The Windward Vineyard tasting room reflects the couple’s single-minded focus on the grape. You won’t find any t-shirts, baseball caps, condiments or deli items here. It’s a rustic and casual space with high ceilings and a no-frills simplicity. “Everyone loves the atmosphere of the tasting room because it’s unpretentious and all about the wine,” Marc explains. “And not just any wine, one wine – Pinot Noir.” Producing only about 2,000 cases a year, Windward sells almost exclusively out of their tasting room, so for the Pinotphiles out there, it should be a must-stop destination along Highway 46 West. Outside the tasting room and winery is a vine-covered patio overlooking the vineyards. Marc and Maggie encourage guests to bring their picnic baskets and enjoy lunch in the shady, private setting. They are happy to sell wine by the bottle for those www.winecountrythisweek.com

who want to just sit and admire the view. “It’s got to be one of the prettiest views in the entire area,” Marc says. Visitors will find Marc and Maggie on hand almost every day of the week, and Marc loves to share his expertise in growing the fickle grape, and making a “minimalist” style wine. Winery tours are available by request, and can include barrel tastings if planned in advance. There is a $5 tasting fee, a $10 fee includes a Riedel Burgundy wine glass. When Marc first planted the vineyard 18 years ago, there were only two other wineries in the area growing Pinot Noir. Today, there are at least 17, and Marc says that’s good for the varietal’s awareness and acceptance. And, yes, that movie didn’t hurt either. The Windward Vineyard tasting room is open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Located at 1380 Live Oak Road in Paso Robles, it is just a mile west of Highway 101, off Highway 46 West. For more information visit www.windwardvineyard.com, or call the winery at (805) 239-2565.

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Castoro Cellars’ West Side Vineyards Achieve Certified Organic Status Castoro Cellars announced that they have obtained “Certified Organic” status from the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) in compliance with USDA standards. The certification covers their west side Cobble Creek Vineyards and Bethel Road Vineyard, encompassing more than 75 acres. Beginning with the harvest of

2007 many of Castoro Cellars’ wines will adorn the “made from organically grown grapes” label. To be labeled organic the grapes must be grown without the use of pesticides, herbicides or chemical fertilizers. Castoro Cellars organic farming practices include the use of cover crops in place of fertilizer. Predatory beneficial insects and row covers are used to

control pests. Owners Niels and Bimmer Udsen have patiently awaited the certification for three years, and are elated about joining the small number of wineries that have chosen to farm organically. “Growing up in Denmark, there was a strong environmental focus. I have always enjoyed nature and when we planted our organic vineyards, it was for no reason other than it was the right thing to do. We continue this focus in all of our vineyards,” explains Bimmer. “Not only is it beneficial for the environment, it is better for our vineyards and for our vineyard neighbors.” Castoro Cellars is located at 1315 N. Bethel Road in Templeton. For more information, call (805) 238-0725, email [email protected] or go to www.castorocellars.com.

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Wineology

INTELLIGENCE FOR THE WINE CONSUMER

by Len Napolitano

What is Rhône-style wine?

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A wine described as Rhône-style imitates the great wines that come from the area of southeastern France known as the Rhône Valley. Whereas a Bordeaux-style wine means a wine that is blended with the traditional grape varietals of the Bordeaux region, that is, primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, for example, the traditional grapes of the Rhône region make up a Rhône wine. The Rhône Valley grapes are different from Bordeaux grapes and therefore the wine styles are distinctly different, too. Syrah, probably the most recognized Rhône grape, is growing in popularity among American wine drinkers. Only about 10 years ago, Syrah was not in the top ten list of grapes planted in California when ranked by acreage. Today, it is among the fastest growing varietals, and has overtaken one of Bordeaux’s famous varietals, Merlot, in terms of popularity among wine drinkers. Syrah may someday be overproduced and suffer the same fate as Merlot, but it is not as likely to happen because of its depth of character and potential for greatness. Syrah has dense, dark fruit layers that can explode with flavors of plum, blackberry, exotic spice and cocoa. It has the tannic backbone to complement its bold fruit but is not normally as tannic as Cabernet. I enjoy it as an alternative to Bordeaux’s other great grape, Cabernet Sauvignon, when I’m eating game or beef prepared with a rich sauce or gravy. Other red Rhône grapes are Grenache and Mourvedre, two lesser-known but very fine grapes that are often used to blend in with Syrah. In fact, I’ve had some California Grenache that had as much finesse and personality as some Syrah. Grenache can be just a little less weighty on the palate. The most popular white Rhône-style wine has always been Viognier. It can be very aromatic, like a bouquet of flowers, with a smooth peach theme. The region of Paso Robles is quietly making a name for itself as a source of high-quality Syrah and other Rhône varietals. Its climate and soils have been producing some awardwinning Syrah in the last few years. Here are just a few of the many reliable names from Paso Robles making exceptional Rhône -style wines: Eberle, J. Lohr, Justin, L’Aventure, Robert Hall, Tablas Creek, Vina Robles and Villa Creek. Visit www.pasowines.com for a complete list of wineries in Paso Robles who make Rhône-style wines.

Paso Robles 2007 Winery Music Awards Competition Send your questions about wine to: [email protected]. ©2005 Wineology is a registered trademark of Len Napolitano. Wine writer, educator, and Certified Specialist in Wine by the Society of Wine Educators, Len Napolitano makes his home in the Paso Robles wine region, the heart of California’s Central Coast Wine Country.

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If you happen to be in the Paso Robles are on Sunday October 7, and you love pairing wine with music, check out the 2007 Winery Music Awards Competition Finals, from 2PM to 8PM at River Oaks Hot Springs and Spa. The final six independent artists will be competing for cash, prizes and a breakthrough record deal. Visit www.winerymusicawards.com, or call 1-800-838-3006 for tickets.

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Paso Robles Harvest Wine Tour Weekend Set for October 19-21 Wineries Open Doors to Wine Enthusiasts Paso Robles Wine Country, along California’s scenic Central Coast, is already gearing up for the pinnacle of the wine growing season – harvest. In preparation, the Alliance announced that the annual Paso Robles Wine Country Harvest Wine Tour weekend will take place October 19, 20 and 21, 2007. This three-day celebration is a combination of individual events held at more than 100 wineries throughout Paso Robles Wine Country. Consumers are invited to attend winemaker dinners, special barrel tastings, harvest demonstrations, special tours, art and musical appearances and much more. Check the website, www.pasowine.com, for a complete list of activities. Harvest is the most colorful time of the year when warm days and cool nights are abuzz with activity. The vineyards have changed color, blanketing the landscape in red and gold. Scents of ripened fruit surround you and the echos of celebration from a hard year’s work fill the air. The Alliance invites you to attend the upcoming Harvest Wine Tour, October 19, 20 and 21, 2007. 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 the last six years, the number of bonded wineries in Paso Robles Wine Country has more than tripled from 50 to 170, mostly due to an influx of boutique and small family-owned vineyards and wineries. The appellation’s burgeoning reputation has enticed well known California wineries from other wine regions, such as Firestone Vineyard and Turley Wine Cellars, to make sizeable investments in Paso Robles, and also seduced a number of winemakers from other countries eager to find New World applications for their winemaking skills. For more information, visit www.pasowine.com.

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

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Chateau Margene – A Destination for Wine Lovers

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If an afternoon of driving the picturesque Robles Appellation offers. The emphasis is Margene & Michael Mooney back roads of California in search of a truly great quality over quantity. little winery is your idea of a day perfectly spent, At Chateau Margene each grape cluster is hand then head toward Highway 41, east of Paso picked and hand sorted. The fruit is de-stemmed, Robles and look for Chateau Margene. You can whole berry, and gently dropped into openthen count yourself among the lucky few who topped fermentation bins, then aged in French have found this oasis of excellence and had the oak barrels for over 24 months. The vineyard opportunity to enjoy their fabulous Cabernet practices sustainable farming and only a bare and Cabernet blends. As they always completely minimum of chemicals are used in the grape sell out their 3000-case production every year, growing and winemaking processes. These are joining one of their three wine clubs is usually the only way to ensure thoroughly pampered grapes and the result is phenomenally dark, that you’ll be able to get more of their wines without the necessity of fruit-forward wines. Says Michael Mooney, “We didn’t enter into this another road trip. And you will want more. with a mindset of growing a big, commercial winemaking operation, Michael and Margene Mooney celebrated their first vintage in but rather to create a small boutique winery that focused on quality. It 1997. Their goal was to do one thing and do it well … produce world- was our dream to produce the best Cabernet and Cabernet blends from class Cabernet. They succeeded by employing a philosophy that few the Paso Robles Appellation. Making these wines is truly our passion.” business schools would promote. Low yield, labor intensive wine The tasting room experience at Chateau Margene is in keeping with making. With a mere five and a half acres of vineyard, the Mooneys their philosophy of quality over quantity. The small tasting bar is intentionally keep their tonnage at about two per acre, compared to located right in the middle of the barrel room, but don’t stay there. some larger winery operations that coax up to eight tons per acre out Wander out to their deck for one of the best tasting experiences to be of their vineyards. This gives each vine the opportunity to take full had on the Central Coast. With the gentle sound of jazz music wafting advantage of the superior soil and growing conditions that the Paso in the air and a stunning view of the tree-studded hills of Creston in front of you, there is no better spot than one of the comfy couches at Chateau Margene on a warm, fall day. If you are lucky enough to be CHATEAU MARGENE sipping their amazing Bordeaux blend, Beau Melange, then you are A micro winery specializing in the production of small lots of truly enjoying a wine lover’s perfect moment. luxury, handcrafted Cabernet Sauvignon. Chateau Margene produces 3,000 cases per year and focuses on viticulture and Chateau Margene is open Saturday and Sunday from noon to five. winemaking practices that offer maximum expression of the Fridays by appointment only. They are located at 4385 La Panza Road, Paso Robles terrior. Come enjoy the wines and picnic on the deck or under the oaks. off of Highway 41 East. Visit www.chateaumargene.com for more Open Saturday-Sunday Noon-5pm information. By advanced appointment on Fridays 4385 La Panza Road, Creston, CA 805-238-2321 | www.chateaumargene.com

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

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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

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Morro Bay Harbor Festival Returns, October 6-7 This year’s Harbor Festival will take place on October 6 and 7 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Morro Bay’s beautiful waterfront. This year’s event has something for everyone from games for the kids to bay cruises for the adults. Of course there will be great wine and seafood tasting under the big tent, and beer tasting at the Rocktoberfest Beer Garden. Fantastic local talent will entertain you on three stages. New this year are presale two-day passes, good for the whole weekend, that are available now for $8 online at www.mbhf.com and at Albertson’s in Morro Bay. Many neighborhood businesses and organizations will participate in Morro Bay’s premier event including Chablis Cruises who will offer bay tours between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Morro Bay Power Plant who will provide free tours on Saturday from 1 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.;

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Celebrate Harvest at Kenneth Volk Vineyards Kenneth Volk Vineyards’ Celebration of Harvest Weekend features an open house on Saturday and Sunday, October 13 and 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Live music, complementary hors d’oeuvres and newly released, limited-production wines will be offered. For more information, call (805) 938-7896 or email: [email protected]. Join Kenneth Volk Vineyards, Saturday, October 13, at the beautiful Santa Ynez Inn Coach House for an evening of fine wine and food pairings. The Celebration of Harvest Winemaker’s Dinner reception begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by a five-course dinner prepared by Chef Leonardo Curti of Grappolo’s and featured wines by Ken Volk of Kenneth Volk Vineyards. The evening event is $125 per person. Call the Santa Ynez Inn for reservations at (805) 688-5588 or email [email protected]. Visit the Santa Ynez Inn website at www.SantaYnezInn.com. Since starting Wild Horse Winery in Templeton more than 25 years ago, Volk has earned a well-deserved reputation as one of the Central

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Carina Cellars Presents Artwork by Katie Desrochers Exhibition Dates: October 1-November 20 Artist Reception: October 6, 5:30-7pm Carina Cellars is proud to welcome Santa Barbara artist Katie Desrochers to the Tasting Room for the first show in their Fall Art Series. A recent graduate from UC Santa Barbara with degrees in both English and Philosophy, Desrochers is a completely self-taught artist and a self-proclaimed painter since childhood. Attributing much of the influences on her current work to her studies at UCSB, Desrochers enjoys focusing on painting portraits of people and places. “I try to reconcile the surreality of memory and hindsight with the reality of faces and representation,” said Desrochers. “A lot of my work has a really illustrative quality that comes from all the reading I do.” Upon returning from three months spent in

Europe last summer, Desrochers had also amassed a wealth of photographs and memories, which have inspired several pieces for this show. One rather dark and ethereal piece depicts a night spent in Prague, Germany, while a series of three portraits captures herself and her two best friends at various stages of their journey. “I don’t see art as anything but illustration,” Desrochers states. “In each piece I try to convey a certain theme or feeling that I experienced, which is why all my subject matter is usually so personal.” Come for the opening reception, Saturday October 6, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Carina Cellars Tasting Room, 2900 Grand Avenue in Los Olivos. For more information check out www.carinacellars.com or call the tasting room at (805) 688-2459.

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Silent Eloquence Honored in First ‘Festival of Fools’ performances at the Lobero as part of the education program. On Saturday October 6 at 8 p.m. the Festival of Fools will tribute the master himself. Each festival artist and some very special guests will all perform Vaudeville style (appropriate for the old Lobero stage.) The performances will be interwoven with video clips, stories and music. Patrons wanting to support the Festival of Fools with a little more can purchase the $75 tickets and are invited to a special preshow reception with the artists on Saturday at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Boxtales Theatre Company at (805) 961-3906 or email [email protected].

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pianetta – Paso Robles 2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 By Appt X X X Tasting Room: 829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Mo, Th, Fr 12-6; Sa-Su 11-6

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Fralich Vineyard & Winery – Templeton By Appt 805-434-1526 – Private tastings at Paso Robles Wine Services; 805-434-1526 Fratelli Perata – Paso Robles 1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Vina Robles – San Miguel 3000 Pleasant Rd; 805-227-4812 Vista Del Rey – Paso Robles 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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 Talley Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily 3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10:30-4:30

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Ampelos Cellars – Lompoc 805-736-9957

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Harrison-Clarke – Lompoc 805-686-0850

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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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

Au Bon Climat – at Wine Cellar Tasting Room in Santa Ynez 3631 Sagunto St; 805-688-8688 Daily 11-6 X Daily 10-5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Flying Goat Cellars – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 Great Oaks Ranch – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 J Wilkes Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 Koehler – Los Olivos 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384

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Lane Tanner Wines – at Los Olivos Tasting Room 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6

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Longoria Wines – Los Olivos Fr-Su 11-4:30 2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 Mo-Th 12-4:30, Closed Tu X Oak Savanna – at Andrew Murray Tasting Room in Los Olivos 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-6 X Qupé Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-968-9699 Daily 11-5 Silver Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-963-3052 Daily 11-5 ★ Scott Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-570-0048 12-5 Star Lane – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 Three Saints – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 Vandale – at The Ballard Inn in Ballard Fr-Su 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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L O M P O C / B U E L LT O N Alma Rosa – Buellton 201-C Industrial Way; 805-688-9090

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Lucas & Lewellen – Solvang 1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 Mandolina Wines – Solvang 1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506

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

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

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