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PASO ROBLES
ONGOING
Estrella Warbird Museum
Fascinating collection of military aircrafts
10am-4pm, 805-227-0440, Paso Robles
www.ewarbirds.org
★ ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
★ Joe Craven at Stacked Stone Cellars
Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar
Local winemaker featured each week.
5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles
www.vinotecawinebar.com
• July 23: Sextant Winery
• July 30: Derby Winery Estates
★ ONGOING SATURDAYS IN AUGUST
★ Cinema E Vino Paradiso
Paso Art, Wine & Song (PAWS)
Enjoy local art & music & follow the PAWS flags
to enjoy the fruits of 15 local winemakers.
5-7pm, 805-238-4013, Downtown Paso Robles
www.pasoroblesdowntown.org
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Gourmet Pairings at Meridian Vineyards
Try gourmet food paired with fine wine
12-5pm, $5, 805-226-7133, Paso Robles
www.meridianvineyards.com
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Templeton Farmers’ Market
Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables
9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Paso Robles Farmers’ Market
Country farm arts and crafts market
8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles
ONGOING
Painting Exhibits at Villicana Winery
Enjoy fine art work along with fine wines.
11am-5pm, 805-239-9456, Paso Robles
★ ONGOING IN JULY
★ 10am-1pm, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles
Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars
Featuring Jack Johnson
10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
www.castorocellars.com
★ ONGOING THURSDAYS IN JULY
★ Viking Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes:
Rumba & Waltz
Learn to dance & show what you have learned
during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140
6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members
Winery Hours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles
Vina Robles Hospitality Center,
www.vinarobles.com
JULY 23-AUGUST 3
California Mid-State Fair 2008
Great music, exhibits, horse shows, games,
entertainment, livestock displays & more!
Main Grandstand Music Line-up:
• July 23: John Mayer
• July 24: Toby Keith
• July 25: Steely Dan
• July 26: Stone Temple Pilots
• July 27: Alan Jackson
• July 29: Matchbox Twenty
• July 30: Rod Stewart & Bryan Adams
• July 31: Fergie
• Aug 1: Boz Scaggs:
An Evening of Music and Wine
• Aug 2: Sawyer Brown
JULY 25
Twilight Concerts in the Park
Refreshments & hors d’oeuvres
5:30-7:30pm, 805-238-4103
City Park Bandstand, Paso Robles
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★ JULY 25
★ ★ AUGUST 2
Vina Robles Winery Summer
Concert Series 2008
Featuring the D. Voss Jazz Trio
805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles
JULY 26
$15, 8pm, 805-238-7872, Paso Robles
www.stackedstone.com
★ JULY 26
★ Featuring Johnnie Valentino, Paul Kristen & Kenny
Al Fresco Winemaker Dinner
at Castoro Cellars
A spectacular evening of fine wines, food & music
6:30pm, $85, $75 wine club members
888-DAM-FINE, www.castorocellars.com
★ JULY 26
★ Featuring Andrew Heringer
Free Concert at EOS Winery
Featuring Butch Bosewell
11am-3pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles
info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com
★ JULY 26
★ Featuring music by Dac and Friends
Art in the Courtyard at Vina Robles
The art of James Ellman will be on display in
the Jardine Patio, 10am-5pm, Paso Robles
805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com
★ JULY 27
★ Rotary Winemakers’ Invitational Cookoff
Summer Library & Reserve Wine Tasting
Series at Adelaida
Tastings that focus on winemaking techniques
11am, 805-239-8980x14, rjaques@adelaida.com
★ JULY 27
★ info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com
Blending Party at Cass Wines
Clear your palate with a continental break-
fast, divide into teams and come up with the
best blend. This is a wine club event.
www.casswines.com
★ JULY 27
★ ★ AUGUST 10
Summer Library & Reserve Wine Tasting
Series at Adelaida Cellars
11am, Limited to 18 guests RSVP, 805-239-8980
$25, Free to wine club members, Paso Robles
rjaques@adelaida.com, www.adelaida.com
★ JULY 31
★
Downtown Paso Robles Free
Pancake Breakfast
Delicious breakfast, kiddie train rides & more!
7:30-10:30am, 805-238-4029, Paso Robles
www.pasoroblesdowntown.org
★ ONGOING IN AUGUST
★ ★ AUGUST 10
Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars
Featuring Diana Mendoza
10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
www.castorocellars.com
★ ONGOING THURSDAYS IN AUGUST
★ 10am-5pm, 805-239-7500, Paso Robles
Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes:
Cha-Cha & Tango
Learn to dance & show what you have learned
during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140
6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members
Winery Hours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles
Vina Robles Hospitality Center,
www.vinarobles.com
★ AUGUST 2
★ Chumeia Vineyards Ice Cream Social
Eberle Winemaker Dinner in the Caves
Featuring Bern’s Steak House of Tampa, Fla
6:30pm, 805-238-9607, Paso Robles
www.eberlewinery.com
★ ★ AUGUST 16
★
Outdoor Concert at Castoro Cellars Rhône Blending Party at Opolo
Featuring the music of Blue Latitude, Nataly Every new “blend master” will get to blend
Lola, Martin Paris & Leigh Wyckoff their own magnum of red wine to take home.
7pm, $22, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton 3pm, 805-238-9593, Paso Robles
www.castorocellars.com
www.opolo.com
★ AUGUST 2
★ ★ AUGUST 16
★
Summer Jazz & Wine Dinner at Lakeside Summer Concert at Bianchi
D’Anbino Cellars Featuring the music of ZZAH
6-9pm, 805-226-9922, Paso Robles
Burgomaster. Includes music, dinner & wine $5, Free to Lakeside members & one guest
805-227-6800, 7pm, Paso Robles
★ AUGUST 16
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www.danbino.com
★ AUGUST 3
★ at Cass Vineyards
Free Concert at EOS Estate Featuring The Graduate
6:30pm, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles
11am-3pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles www.casswines.com
info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com
AUGUST 16 & 17
★ AUGUST 8
★ Shakespeare Under the Moon
Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco Two plays performed by the
Independent Players. Bring the whole
6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door family and take along a picnic, blankets,
805-237-8884, Paso Robles low-back chairs, and your jackets.
www.riosecowine.com Wine will be available for purchase.
6:30pm, Free, www.prcity.com
AUGUST 9
Centennial Park, Paso Robles
Taste the tempting fare grilled for your dining ★ AUGUST 17
★
pleasure and enjoy the wines the chefs have Free Concert at EOS
selected to pair with their culinary creations. Featuring Jody Mulgrew
6-9pm, $75, 805-226-5674, Paso Robles
11am-3pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles
info@winemakerscookoff.com
River Oaks Hot Springs & Spa
★ AUGUST 22
★
★ AUGUST 9
★
Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco
Dinner & a Movie at EOS
Featuring music by ZZAH
Featuring “A Walk in the Clouds”
6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door
7:30pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles
805-237-8884, Paso Robles
info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com
www.riosecowine.com
★
★ AUGUST 22
★
Summer Library & Reserve Wine Tasting
Vina Robles Winery Summer
Series at Adelaida
Concert Series 2008
Tastings that focus on winemaking techniques
Featuring San Luis Jazz
11am, $25, 805-239-8980x14
805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles
rjaques@adelaida.com
Free to members, www.adelaida.com ★ AUGUST 23
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★ AUGUST 10
★ Outdoor Concert at Castoro Cellars
Featuring Peppino D’Agostino.
Lazy Local Concert at Castoro Cellars
Purchase tickets early this event sells out
Old time music featuring New 5 Cent
1-4pm, Free, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton quickly. 7pm, $22, Templeton
www.castorocellars.com www.castorocellars.com, 888-DAM-FINE
AUGUST 23
★
Fourth Annual Paso Robles
Summer Library & Reserve Wine Tasting
Olive Festival
Series at Adelaida Cellars
Enjoy oils, olive oil tastings, soaps, gourmet
Viking Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
foods and more. Juried arts & crafts, samples
11am, Limited to 18 guests RSVP, 805-239-8980
of olive oil ice cream & wine tasting too!
$25, Free to wine club members, Paso Robles
rjaques@adelaida.com, www.adelaida.com
www.pasoolivefestival.com
★ AUGUST 15
★
★ AUGUST 23
★
Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco
Pre-Harvest Summer Bash
Featuring music by Funk 30
for Cass Wines Wine Club
6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door
Big summer party with music by Lisa O’Kane
805-237-8884, Paso Robles
5pm, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles
www.riosecowine.com
www.casswines.com
AUGUST 15-16, SEPTEMBER 19-20
★ AUGUST 24
★
Complimentary wine ice cream sample will be Wine Show Mania at EOS
offered with award winning wines. Fun game show with prizes!
11am-5pm, 888-343-3445, Chumeia 12-5pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles
www.chumeiavineyards.com info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com

★ AUGUST 29
★ ★ SEPTEMBER 13
Sunset Wine Down at Robert Hall Winery
Unwind out on the Garden Terrace as Robert
Hall continues their Friday night music series.
The evening includes music, a glass of wine
and light dinner. 6-9pm, $25/$20 Cavern Club
805-239-1616 x24, Paso Robles
www.roberthallwinery.com
★ AUGUST 30
★
Live Comedy at EOS
Featuring Lizette Mizelle
7:30pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles
info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com
★ AUGUST 30
★ Sunset Wine Down at Robert Hall Winery
Rhone Blending Party at Opolo!
Join Opolo in the barrel room and blend. Every
new “blend master” will get to blend their
own magnum of red wine to take home. An
“expert tasting panel” will judge your wines.
The winner takes home an etched double
magnum of their unique Opolo blend! 3pm
www.opolo.com, 805-238-9593, Paso Robles
★ ONGOING IN SEPTEMBER
★ www.sloartcenter.org
Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars
Featuring Lori T
10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
www.castorocellars.com
★ ONGOING IN SEPTEMBER
★ 805-541-8733, San Luis Obispo
Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes:
Samba & Mambo
Learn to dance & show what you have learned
during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140
6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members
Winery Hours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles
Vina Robles Hospitality Center, www.vinarobles.com
★ SEPTEMBER 5
★
Castoro Cellars 25th Anniversary Weekend
Celebrate 25 years of Dam Fine Wines!
11am-6pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
www.castorocellars.com
★ SEPTEMBER 6
★ Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists
Castoro Cellars 25th Anniversary
Celebration
Enjoy complimentary tacos, pizza and sweet
treats Castoro Cellars thanks all their loyal
supporters for a wonderful 25 years. Eat,
drink and listen to the Tex Mex Blues of
Grammy Winner Louie Ortega
12-4pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
www.castorocellars.com
★ SEPTEMBER 13
★
Hwy 46 West Wineries Present –
The 5th Annual West Fest Wine & Blues
Festival 2008
Fine wines from the 15 wineries of Hwy 46
West while listening to the Guy Budd Band.
Chef Paul from the Courtyard Marriott will be
cooking an oak fired tri-trip meal. Blues
festival, dinner & wine club discounts at all
participating wineries for the entire weekend.
A silent auction and live auction will go on
during the event where you can go home with
great wine packages.
4-7pm, $45, 805-239-1918
Peachy Canyon Winery, Templeton
paso46westwineries@yahoo.com
www.paso46westwineries.com
★ Featuring the following wineries:
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Peachy Canyon Winery,
www.peachycanyon.com
Castoro Cellars, www.castorocellars.com
Grey Wolf Cellars, www.greywolfcellars.com
Rocky Creek Cellars,
www.rockycreekcellars.com
WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK CALENDAR OF EVENTS
★ AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 1 ONGOING
Release Party at Vihuela Winery Art in the Park Lectures & Art at
Celebrate great wine & music with a new wine Arts & crafts, fine art, jewelry and more! California Polytechnic State University
and a new CD by Spanish guitar trio Incendio 10am-5pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay 805-756-1511, San Luis Obispo
$50, 805-835-4304, Paso Robles SAN LUIS OBISPO www.calpolynews.calpoly.edu
www.vihuelawinery.com
ONGOING ONGOING
★ SEPTMEBER 26
★ Christopher Cohan Center Automobilia Museum
Vina Robles Winery Summer Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo Specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes along with
Concert Series 2008 805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org many other antiques relating to transportation
Featuring Sugar Daddy Swing Kings • July 24-26: Deyo Dances 10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis Opispo
805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles • July 27: Festival Mosaic Orchestra:
Grand Finale ONGOING
★ SEPTEMBER 26
★
• July 27: Dance is Art Hearst Castle Tours
Experience grand reflections from the 1930s
• Aug 1, 2, 8, 9: Little Women
Wrap up your summer vacation at Robert Hall
• Sept 18: Frank Caliendo $30, 800-444-4445, San Luis Obispo
Winery’s Sunset Wine Down series.
www.hearstcastle.com
Enjoy live music on the Garden Terrace, ONGOING
award-winning wine and great food. The San Luis Obispo Art Center ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
6–9pm, $25pp / $20 Cavern Club Permanent collection and constantly rotating Art Gallery Events “Art After Dark”
Reservations required: 805-239-1616 ext. 24 exhibits of works by local artists in all media – Various art galleries stay open late & host
events@roberthallwinery.com, Paso Robles paintings, sculpture, photography and more. artist receptions with wine & cheese.
11am-5pm, 805-543-8562, San Luis Obispo
www.roberthallwinery.com 5-9pm, 805-544-9251, San Luis Obispo
SEPTEMBER 27 www.sloartcouncil.org
Mike Marshall & Choro Famoso ONGOING WEEKENDS
Live Music at Mother’s Tavern ONGOING TUESDAYS
at Castoro Cellars
Beautiful upscale tavern with big band music 2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste
7pm, $22, 805-238-0725, Templeton
most Sundays too! Call for schedules. Weekly drink specials
www.castorocellars.com
10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE
CAYUCOS & MORRO BAY www.motherstavern.com San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com
ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves Dallidet Adobe & Gardens
Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste
Art, crafts, children’s activities, music & more Oldest house in the city of San Luis Obispo
Site of first commercial winery in the area. Tastings with the winemaker
10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach
10am-1pm, 805-543-0638, San Luis Obispo 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE
www.pismochamber.com
www.slochs.org/dallidet San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com
ONGOING
Central Coast Outdoor Day Hikes
Sat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Bay
www.centralcoastoutdoors.com
ONGOING
Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists
7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay
www.morrobayartassociation.org
ONGOING
Adventures with Nature
Docent guided walks
Morro Bay State Park Museum
of Natural History, 805-772-2694,
www.ccnha.org
Various hikes at various times including; Fast
Hike to Coon Creek, White’s Point Vistas, Black
Hill Trail, Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon.
ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk
Art galleries’ open house receptions
5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay
Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians
3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay
AUGUST 3
Summer Street Faire
Music, dancing, kiddie entertainment, food &
gifts. A good time for everyone!
11am-5pm, 805-772-7748, Morro Bay
AUGUST 30 – SEPTEMBER 1
Peddler’s Faire in Cayucos
Find a bargain in a fun atmosphere in view of
the ocean!
9am-4pm, 805-995-1200, Cayucos
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ONGOING FRIDAYS
Wine Tasting at The Loading Dock
Live music, wine and food
7-10pm, $5, 805-934-3471, San Luis Obispo
ONGOING
A Murder Mystery Dinner
Enjoy a parody of The Pirates of the Caribbean
with a delicious dinner, wine and laughter.
5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant
Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com
ONGOING THROUGH JULY 27
Festival Mozaic - Mozart Festival
World class musicians perform classical & fringe
classical music in missions, wineries & perfor-
mance halls around SLO County. Check website
for details. www.mozartfestival.com
★ SATURDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27
★
Wine and Cheese Pairings at Tolosa Winery
Enjoy 4 estate wines paired with 4 artisan
cheeses offered in the gorgeous Heritage Room
11am-3pm, $20/$15 Heritage Club
805-782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com
★ AUGUST 2
★
Summer Sunset Wine Club Barbecue
at Claiborne & Churchill
A gourmet lawn party for wineclub members
805-544-4066, San Luis Obispo
For more info visit www.claibornechurchill.com
AUGUST 9
An Evening in Monaco
An extravaganza of gaming, glitz and glamour.
Pacific Repertory Opera’s resident artists will
perform for an evening for all the senses! Play
games or if gaming isn’t your thing, pamper
yourself with spa demonstrations. Enjoy an art
exhibition and silent auction. Also tempt your
palate with delectable hors d’oeuvres and
Central Coast wines. 7pm, $75, 805-541-5369
San Luis Opispo, www.propera.org
AVILA BEACH
ONGOING SUNDAYS
Art on the Beach at Avila Beach
Artists paint & present their work
10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier
ONGOING THROUGH JULY 31
Artwork by Herbert Evans Macdonald at
Morovino Winery
The work of this nationally acclaimed & award
winning artist is on display at the winery.
12-5pm, 805-627-1443, Avila Beach
★ AUGUST 7
★ • September 21: SLO Mambo and The Pat
Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards
Stroll through the Schoolhouse & patio with hors
d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts
and clothing from local artists and designers. The
evening will have an exciting theme with guest
vendors, chefs, & live music. 5:30-8:30pm
$20 Club Avila/ $25, 805-595-WINE
★ AUGUST 10
★ Mano Tinta Release Party at Talley Vineyards
Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series
at Salisbury Vineyards
Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music
while enjoying the perfect Avila climate.
1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
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★ SEPTEMBER 4
★ OCEANO
Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards
Stroll through the Schoolhouse & patio with hors
d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts
and clothing from local artists and designers. The
evening will have an exciting theme with guest
vendors, chefs, & live music. 5:30-8:30pm
$25, $20 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE
Avila Beach, www.salisburyvineyards.com
★ SEPTEMBER 7
★ ONGOING
Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series
at Salisbury Vineyards
Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music
while enjoying the perfect Avila climate.
1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
★ SEPTEMBER 21
★
Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series
at Salisbury Vineyards
Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music
while enjoying the perfect Avila climate.
1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
ARROYO GRANDE
ONGOING
Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande
Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077
Arroyo Grande
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Arroyo Grande Farmers’ Market
Farm fresh produce, music, arts & crafts
12-2:30pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande
www.arroyograndevillage.org
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Learn How to Make Ice Cream
Enjoy a 30 minute skit about ice cream
where you help create new flavors.
7pm, Arroyo Grande, 805-474-4068
www.docburnsteins.com
ONGOING
Clark Center for Performing Arts
805-489-9444, Arroyo Grande
www.clarkcenter.org
• August 15: “What’d I Say” The Ray Charles
Story
• August 30: Highway 101
ONGOING
Village Summer Concert
Bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs &
blankets and enjoy a variety of music.
1-3pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande
Bandstand on the Village Green
• July 27: Boomerang and the Mudskippers
• August 10: Sligo Rags (Celtic)
• August 24: SLO County Band & Maestro Brass
• September 7: SLO Blues Society
Cormick Group
JULY 26
Arroyo Grande Valley Car “Sho”
More than 300 classic & custom cars
10am-5pm, 805-489-2636, Arroyo Grande
www.arroyograndevillage.org
★ JULY 26
★ Free movie & snacks with discussion
Enjoy wine tasting, music, Mexican-style snacks
and take home a commemorative Mano Tinta
wine glass. Proceeds from the event and sale of
the 2006 Mano Tinta red wine blend will benefit
The Fund for Vineyard and Farm.
12-3pm, $15, 805-489-0446, Arroyo Grande
www.talleyvineyards.com
ONGOING
The Great American Melodrama
805-489-2499, Oceano
www.americanmelodrama.com
• Ongoing through September 20:
Showdown at Slick Rock Ranch
SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON
Santa Maria Valley Railroad
805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.com
Elegant excursions with five star gourmet meals
ONGOING MONDAYS
Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro
Featuring regional & varietal tastings
5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Santa Maria
ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Santa Maria Valley Railway
Historical Museum
Lots of fun including a train simulator exhibit
1-4:30pm, 805-714-4927, Santa Maria
www.smvrhm.org/museum
ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1
Photo Contest at Riverbench Winery
Submit your photos of the Riverbench Winery
Win a gourmet wine and food tasting for 10!
805-937-8340, Santa Maria
www.riverbench.com
ONGOING THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Friday Nite “Wine” Downs at
Cottonwood Canyon.
Come out the 3rd Friday of every month thru
September and the 2nd Friday in October to “Wine”
Down your work week to the sounds of live music &
enjoy a glass of your favorite
Cottonwood wine. For band listings visit
www.cottonwoodcanyon.com, Santa Maria
5:30-8:30pm, 805-937-VINE
★ JULY 25-27
★ Wine Impressions at Artiste
Santa Maria Wine & Art Passport Event
Enjoy wine tasting & fine art at 8 local wineries
11am-4pm, 866-480-5194, Santa Maria
$30 including a Riedel glass & tastings.
www.smvwc.com
JULY 26
Sushi and Wine Pairing
Contrary to popular belief, sushi goes with more
than just sake. Explore some innovative combi-
nations of Riverbench wines with sushi rolls and
sashimi creations by Chef Jeff Fujiwara. 1-4pm
Benchmark Club Members: approximately $20
Not-yet-members: approximately $25
Riverbench Vineyard & Winery, Santa Maria
(805) 937-8340, www.riverbench.com
SANTA MARGARITA
ONGOING
Spring Flowers Nature Hike
Guided hike with trained horticuluralist
$15, 805-238-7324, Reservation required
Lazy Arrow Ranch, Santa Margarita
LOS OLIVOS
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks
7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivos
www.wildlingmuseum.org
ONGOING THROUGH JULY 31
AUGUST 8
Layers: Photographs by Kam Jacoby
Wonderful photographs of the past & the present
artistically combined.
11am-5pm, 805-688-2459, Carina Cellars
Los Olivos, www.carinacellars.com
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
ONGOING THURSDAYS
Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Café
Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres
5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos
www.losolivoscafe.com
• July 24: Chilean Tasting Journey
• August 21: South African Tasting Journey
ONGOING 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
AUGUST 16
Quick Draw! 2008 Art Competition
A 45-minute time frame for artists, a BBQ & a
live auction at high noon, 805-688-1222
Los Olivos, www.losolivosca.com
SANTA YNEZ
ONGOING MONDAYS
Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts
Santa Barbara Darts Association
Enjoy BBQ and Darts, 7pm, 805-686-4785
Santa Ynez, www.mavericksaloon.org
ONGOING
Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum
and Parks - Janeway Carriage House
Exhibits from Chumash period through early
20th century ranch days.
12-4pm, 805-688-7889, Santa Ynez
www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org
SECOND THURSDAY
Join fellow wine lovers for a blind tasting,
sensory evaluation & discussion by region.
7-9pm, 805-686-2626, Santa Ynez
www.artiste.com
ONGOING
Chumash Casino Concerts
800-585-3737, Santa Ynez
www.chumashcasino.com
• July 24: Frankie Vallie
• July 31: Juan Luis Guerra
• August 14: Rodney Carrington
• August 21: Glen Campbell
ONGOING
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail
10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez Park
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Jazz on the Deck at Vineyard House
Live music and fine food
6:30pm, $2, 805-688-2886, Santa Ynez
www.thevineyardhouse.com
ONGOING
Art Exhibit at Artiste Winery
11am-5pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com
Santa Ynez
Cinema E Vino Paradiso at Gainey Vineyard
Featuring Chicago
$75, 805-238-0095, Santa Ynez
www.cinemaevino.com

LOMPOC
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Olde Towne Market in Lompoc
Great food, wine & music, Lompoc
805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com
JULY 26-27
Lompoc Valley Kennel All Breed Dog Show
Enjoy dog breeds of all kinds & sizes
8am-5pm, 805-736-2322, Lompoc
AUGUST 29
Cruise Night in Lompoc
Enjoy watching all types of cars cruise by.
5-7pm, 805-875-8108, Lompoc
AUGUST 30
7th Annual Car Show
Cool cars, silent auction, live music, pedal car
drag race! 9am-3pm, 805-875-8108 Lompoc
SOLVANG
ONGOING
Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm
Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful views
10am–3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang
ONGOING
Solvang Farmers’ Market
Fresh produce, flowers and foods, 3-7pm
Solvang , 805-962-5354, www.solvangca.com
ONGOING FRIDAYS
Wine Tasting on the Patio
Live guitar music along with fine wines
5:30-7pm, 800-624-5572, Solvang
www.royalscandinavianinn.com
ONGOING WEEKENDS
Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise
Guided 2 hour cruise with wildlife and geology
$15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lake
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art
Ongoing exhibits of art & photogaphy
805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org
JULY 26
Old MIssion Wine Co. Summer
BBQ Winemaker Dinner
Enjoy an authentic three-course BBQ dinner
paired with wines from Skyhawk Lane Winery
6:30-9:00pm, $25, 805-686-9323, Solvang
www.houseofhoneywood.com
JULY 26
Buttonwood Farm “Peach Day”
Find out all the secrets the peach has to offer.
Sample BBQ peach pizzas & more!
$7.50 wine tasting fee, 12-4pm, 800-715-1404,
Solvang, www.buttonwoodwinery.com
JULY 30
Vineyard House Presents Jazz Under the Stars
Live entertainment on the deck
6:30pm, $3, 805-688-2886, Solvang
www.thevineyardhouse.com
★ AUGUST 2
★
3rd Annual Day at the Vineyard
The Stolpman Family invites you to
the 3rd Annual Day at the Vineyard.
Enjoy fabulous views, an informative seminar.
Exclusive hay bale tours by appointment, 3-8pm
Delicious Italian style dinner in
picturesque Ballard Canyon Vineyard
with Stolpman wine. $100/$85 wine club
805-688-0400, info@stolpmanvineyards.com
AUGUST 29
Summer Fridays Wine & Cheese Pairing
Enjoy a special wine and cheese pairing where
they pair four select wines with artisan cheeses
and live music. 6-8pm, $20
805-686-9336, Lucas & Lewellen, Solvang
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SANTA BARBARA ONGOING JULY 24
Art Workshops for Children at Old Spanish Days Event –
ONGOING SUNDAYS
Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show Art from Scrap Recepción del Presidente
Featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry Fun workshops where kids reuse all sorts of Enjoy a bountiful Mexican buffet, hear the
10am–6pm, 805-897-1982, East Beach Pier materials to make works of art! amazing Mariachi Mexicanismo, see beautiful
www.sbaacs.com Tues-Sat, 10am-2pm, $6, 805-884-0459 performances by the 2008 Spirit and Junior
www.artfromscrap.org Spirit of Fiesta dancers & dance to the rhythm of
ONGOING TUESDAYS
King Bee. 5-10pm, $80, 805-963-963-4408
Discussions & Coffee Tastings ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS
Double Tree Hotel, Santa Barbara
Get insider info on up & coming books, music and First Thursday
movies with coffee tasting too, Santa Barbara www.oldspanishdays-fiesta.org
Art, cultural events & fine wine tasting!
805-899-3659, 3pm, Borders, Books & Music 5-8pm, 805-962-2098, various venues in JULY 27
ONGOING FRIDAYS downtown Santa Barbara Santa Barbara Brazilian Food &
Wine Tasting with the Winemakers www.santabarbaradowntown.com Music Series
4-7pm, 805-691-1020, East Beach Wines Music by Samba de Raiz & Forró with delicious
ONGOING
Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwine.com Brazilian food & drinks offered for sale.
Santa Barbara Museum of Art 4pm, $7, 818-508-8753, 500 Anacapa St.
ONGOING FRIDAYS 805-963-4364, www.sbma.net Santa Barbara, www.sbbraziliancarnaval.com
Wine & Cheese Pairings
• Ongoing through August 17:
at East Beach Wines JULY 30-AUGUST 3
It's All About Me: California Artists' Self Portraits
Enjoy delicious pairings & new selections Old Spanish Days
each week, 4-7pm, $10, 805-899-1535 • Ongoing through November 2: African
Exciting events celebrating old Spanish Days
Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwines.com Dinosaur - Interactive exhibit
including parades, horse shows, delicious food,
ONGOING ONGOING great music and more! This event explores the
Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater Surfing Lessons history, customs and traditions of the
Enjoy an exciting day in the water American Indian, Spanish, Mexican and early
Guided tours upon request
805-898-0671, Santa Barbara
805-996-4946, Santa Barbara American settlers that comprise the rich
www.loberotheater.com www.sbadventureco.com cultural heritage of Santa Barbara.
ONGOING ONGOING 805-963-963-4408, www.oldspanishdays-fiesta.org
University at Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures
Planetarium Shows at AUGUST 21
805-893-3535, www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu Santa Barbara Museum of Santa Barbara Museum of Art Nights
ONGOING Natural History Enjoy art, music, martinis, outrageous one
Trout Fishing & Wildlife Walks 805-682-4711, www.sbnature.com night-only interactive happenings & redefine
at Cachuma Lake • Exploring the Spring Sky what it means to engage with art.
Enjoy fishing (with trout brought in) & excellent • Cosmic Safari 5:30-8pm, $35, 805-963-4364
wildlife viewing from bald eagles to mule deer. • Secrets of the Cardboard Rocket Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara
805-686-5055, Santa Barbara, www.sbparks.org
ONGOING
Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbara’s past
10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara
ONGOING
Wine Dinners at Wine Cask
6:30pm, 805-996-9463, www.winecask.com
• July 31: Flying Goat
• August 28: Talley Vineyards
• September 25: Departures
• October 23: Jaffurs Wine Cellars
• November 20: November Ampelos Winery
ONGOING
Lobero Theatre
805-963-0761, www.lobero.com
• August 16: David Sanborn Band
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
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
1 mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail
10-11:30am, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara
Cachuma Lake Nature Center
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Junior Ranger Program
Kids learn about wildlife, ecosystems &
caring for the environment
1-2pm, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara
Cachuma Lake Nature Center
www.cachuma.com
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 WINE COUNTRY NEWS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
ORCHID HILL WINERY
Transplants, Émigrés and Great Wine
by Mark Storer
I
n the movie, Adaptation, Chris Cooper
plays John Laroche, an obsessed orchid
hunter who represents the deepest
passion of those who love the elusive and
beautiful flower. Like an orchid, great wine
can at times hide, under the trellises, in vine-
yard corners and cranny’s and it takes not just
skill, but passion to find what’s hidden there.
So it is that perhaps Orchid Hill Winery on
Highway 46 West in Paso Robles is aptly
named. Owner Mike Schenkhuizen’s wife has
a passion for the rare flower and it only
seemed natural that as the two planted vine-
yards in this unique and rare place, they
would name their winery after the orchid.
“I first bought property here in 1999,” says
Schenkhuizen. “It was such a beautiful place
and I wanted to grow grapes and everyone
I knew said Paso Robles was the place.”
Although Schenkhuizen continues to run a
thriving business in Hayward, which manu-
factures parts for the high-tech and medical
industries, “This life is so much better,” he
says. “Running a business is running a busi-
ness, but I’d rather be here making wine.”
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Orchid Winery is now a 24-acre vineyard on
51 acres in the Templeton gap. 2007 saw the
opening of the tasting room on Pine Street in
downtown Paso Robles.
Orchid Hill Winery produces about 3400
cases of wine a year. Purchasing some grapes,
but growing as much estate fruit as possible,
Schenkhuizen has focused on Pinot Noir,
Zinfandel, Syrah, Grenache and Viognier as
well as Sangiovese and Pinot Grigio. “Not too
long ago, Pinot Noir wasn’t really grown up
here,” he says with a laugh in his voice. “But
here on the west side, we’re doing great
Pinots, I think.” Indeed, others think so, too
as Orchid Hill’s Pinots have received a 90-
point rating from Wine Enthusiast. The
winery’s Zinfandel garnered a 91-point rating
from Wine Spectator.
“We were part of a co-op early on when we
first started,” says Schenkhuizen. “We were
the first co-op in the Paso Robles region.”
The co-op included Orchid Hill, Silverstone,
Hug Cellars and Per Bacco wineries. Per
Bacco has since moved down the Cuesta
grade to the cooler climes of San Luis Obispo.
Silverstone still has roots in Paso Robles and,
in fact, Silverstone’s Dan Kleck is the head
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winemaker at Orchid Hill.
“He’s a freelance winemaker and he’s very
good at it,” Schenkhuizen says. “Along with
Dias Ruiz, our vineyard manager, it’s a good
team.” The vineyard is reminiscent of the
Piedmont region of Italy or even Alsace
between Germany and France. “Our vine-
yards are so hilly, we can’t even think of
using mechanical harvesting equipment,”
Schenkhuizen says. “It’s just too steep.”
That steepness, of course, provides good
drainage, which allows the vines to stress to a
certain point and, as is the irony of wine-
grape growing, stressed vines yield beautiful
wines. Combined with the ideal warm
morning sun and cool afternoon breezes of
the Templeton gap, Orchid Hill is ideally situ-
ated to grow wonderful fruit.
Schenkhuizen was born in Jakarta,
Indonesia to Dutch parents. From there, the
family immigrated to Holland and then, in
1959, to San Francisco. It was there that he
got an education and founded a company and
career in the world of high tech. “I didn’t
know much about wine at first, but I like it a
lot,” says Schenkhuizen echoing so many
recent transplants to the world of wine-
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growing. The passion he and his

wife had for growing things,
however, is quite evident now in
their winery dedicated to orchids.
“I love the changes around
me,” says Schenkhuizen. “I mean,
we’re growing Grenache which
has been really great. It’s become
our flagship wine now,” he says.
“I was looking for a place to set up
[a winery] and basically learned,
if you do it right, you’ll pay for the
mortgage, too. I thought, ‘hey,
that’s great!’ and it really was.”
In just a few short years,
Orchid Hill has enjoyed manage-
able growth, award-winning
Fine Wine...
wines and representation by Fine Art...
Southern Wine and Spirits.
“We’re heavily represented in Fine Food
restaurants in both the Bay Area
and in San Diego,” he says. The 1307 Park St. Alley, Downtown Paso Robles
wines are also available out of www.vihuelawinery.com
state in Arizona, Nevada, 805.226.2010
Connecticut and others. Still,
the focus is on small batches
of quality wine. After all, as
a manufacturer, Schenkhuizen
knows how to control good
production.
“The wine industry is growing
so rapidly,” says the émigré. “We
are the new kid on the block but,
we’re starting to make some
noises, I suppose.” Those noises
have been building ever so gently
to a crescendo of consistently
quality wines, produced with
passion and looked after, as a
botanist cares for the greenhouse
– with love and attention.
It’s no wonder the accolades
keep coming in. This new kid on
the block seems committed to
stick around and make himself at
home.
Visit the tasting room at 1140
Pine Street in downtown Paso
Robles, open daily from 11:30
a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information, call
(805) 237-7525.

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VILLA VALDEMOSA
A Romantic Tuscan-Style Bed & Breakfast Inn
by Leah Kolt
N
o worries about the weak dollar if you want
to travel to France or Italy and do some
wine tasting this year.
You can have all of the ambience of a Mediter-
ranean villa in Paso Robles at Villa Valdemosa, a
10-acre estate with a luxurious bed and breakfast
inn – just 10 minutes east of downtown Paso, and
yet a world away. Vineyards are under develop-
ment on the property for a boutique winery
planned for construction next year.
Perched on a hilltop, the inn offers “forever”
views of surrounding vineyards, olive groves and
lavender. A range of well-appointed suites —
called “Bordeaux,” “Petite Syrah” and “Syrah” – are
available at prices that undercut the rates of area
hotels that have much less to offer.
For as little as $165 per night (stay mid-week
for two nights and save an additional $50), trav-
elers can relax in a spacious room with private
bath and patio, or take a dip in the outdoor pool
and spa, while enjoying a sunset view and wine
tasting.
Owner Tom Roebuck is himself a winemaker
and you might even talk him into serving up his
private reserves, such as the 2003 Mystral, a gold-
medal-winning red blend.
While you won’t see a television screen in the
5,000-square-foot villa, you will be soothed by the
strains of Mozart from an extensive stereo
network. You might even be treated to some live
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grand piano or guitar music, courtesy of local
musicians who occasionally drop by. Near-term
plans include hosting house concerts and cinema
and wine under the stars.
In the mornings, guests who stay in the 400-
square-foot Bordeaux suite, which offers a soaking
tub and a walk-in waterfall shower for only $235
a night, may step into the loggia, where a real fire-
place takes the chill off the morning air.
There, they may join other early risers for
gourmet coffee, teas and fresh pastries, muffins or
scones to tide them over till breakfast is served at
9:30, typically a soufflé or perhaps individual
mushroom omelets and apple chicken sausage
prepared by Tom, a seasoned European traveler
who has lived in France.
“I love the Mediterranean culture, especially
France. When the French find out you are a wine-
maker, they really open up to you,” says Tom, who
is a member of the local French Club in Paso
Robles, where he has the chance to practice
speaking the language and meet others interested
in food, wine and French culture.
Villa Valdemosa is a favorite spot for honey-
mooners who have wed at nearby Stillwater
Winery, or at other “back roads” wineries. A special
Champagne brunch is served to the newlyweds.
The villa also hosts catered private parties and
events for up to 50 people. A cancer survivor, Tom
likes to host charity benefits, too.
Two new suites under construction will be
completed soon. The “Provence” and the “St.
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Emillion,” decorated with the vibrant color schemes of their name-

sake Old World regions, will offer king-size sleigh beds, private
baths, Jacuzzi tubs and private patios with sunset views. These 400-
square-foot suites go for $250 per night. Like the original rooms, the
new suites will each include a flat-panel DVD system and free access
to a selection of more than 500 movies.
To finance the expansion, Tom is creating an opportunity for
private individuals to invest $5000-$10,000 for an above-market
return (6%) for up to two years. “There will also be B&B and winery
benefits – fun things like special dinners, exclusive winery and B&B
packages,” he explained. “It will be a lot of fun for those involved. I
am calling it the Founders Club.”
Tom’s vineyard is staked and the vines will soon go in – not the
typical Cab and Chardonnay but Rhône varieties such as Mourvedre,
Viognier and two or three clones of Grenache, as well as a Bordeaux
known as Alicante Bouchet, since Tom’s specialty is unique blends.
Tom believes the location of the villa in the heart of the Paso wine
country is ideal. “We’re jut 10 minutes from the restaurants, shops
and tasting rooms in Paso Robles, and only 45 minutes or so from
Cambria, the Hearst Castle and San Simeon. Guests can also take
advantage of complimentary visits to the Kennedy Fitness Center in
Paso,” he explained.
“After a day of wine tasting and seeing the local sights – perhaps
picking up gems on Moonstone Beach and viewing the antics of the
elephant seals at San Simeon – you can come back here, relax out on
the terrace under the stars and be transported half way around the
world to Tuscany or Provence,” he said.
To make reservations, call (805) 237-237 or (408) 202-1146 or
visit the Villa Valdemosa Web site at www.valedemosa.net. The B&B
Inn is located at 2552 Old Grove Lane, off Creston Road about six
miles east of downtown Paso Robles. Pets are welcome.

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Winemaker Profile:
Tolosa Winery
LARRY
BROOKS
by Mark Storer
L
arry Brooks is an artist and good artists
find good mediums with which to
work. Brooks has certainly found that
medium in Tolosa Winery in San Luis
Obispo. With 750 acres under vines, Tolosa
is something of a powerhouse in this micro-
region of the Central Coast. There are only
3,000 acres under vines in all of San Luis
Obispo and that means that nearly a third of
them are planted and owned by Tolosa.
But like their winemaker, Tolosa is not
about ostentation and quantity. Producing
about 25,000 cases of wine a year, Brooks
heads up what amounts to a medium sized
winery. “I’ve kind of got the best of both
worlds because I have the resources of a large
facility with the focus and concentration of a
small boutique winery,” he says.
Indeed, Brooks himself bridges a few
worlds, too. With a degree in plant sciences
and a minor in art history and a childhood
love and focus on literature, Brooks brings
creativity, knowledge and research to his
work as a winemaker. Before coming to
Tolosa, he was executive winemaker for the
Chalone group and began his career with
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Acacia winery. In the ’90s, Brooks managed
all of Chalone’s vineyards and wineries and
this allowed him to get a feel for the San Luis
Obispo region.
“I really like the technical side of wine-
making,” says Brooks. “The real trick is how
you apply it. It’s like knowing how to dance
technically, but not allowing for feel,” he says.
“It comes down to understanding really
quickly what it takes to get this certain batch
of winegrapes to be their best.”
Brooks makes wines solely from estate-
produced fruit at Tolosa. “We sell most of our
fruit,” says Tami Carija, Tolosa’s Director of
Sales and Marketing. “Larry is able to work
with the top 10 percent of what we grow and
that’s the wine that will have Tolosa on the
label.” The large facility maintained by Tolosa
owners Bob Schiebelhut and Jim Efird is
mostly a custom crush facility where other
winemakers come to produce their wines.
Tolosa’s brand focus is on producing quality
wines in relatively small batches and the
primary focus is on beautifully crafted
Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs.
“I tend to get into a rhythm once we get
started,” says Brooks. Working from early in
the morning until late in the evening when
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harvest comes, Brooks breaks his day up into
vineyard time, tasting time and lab and barrel
time. “I like to get together with some of the
folks here, our production manager and a few
others, who have good strong palates and
taste in groups.”
The 2007 vintage may well be one of the
best yet at Tolosa Brooks says. The combina-
tion of a dry spring and no real heat spikes
allowed the fruit to ripen and mature evenly
and the result, “is really great wine,” he says.
Tasting through barrels of the ’07 Pinot Noir
and Chardonnay, I can only say that he’s
absolutely right. The balance, flavor profiles,
color and aromas are all so striking and so
very good. “In a vintage like that,” says
Brooks, “I don’t have to do very much except
not screw it up.”
Tolosa’s wines are the cornerstone of the
small but powerful San Luis Obispo region.
But it takes more than quantity to make great
wine, it takes nuance, character and focus. It
takes an artist like Larry Brooks to bring the
region to full bloom.
Tolosa Winery is open daily from 11 a.m.
to 5 p.m. at 4910 Edna Road, San Luis
Obispo. For more information, call (805)
782-0500 or visit www.tolosawinery.com.
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INTELLIGENCE FOR THE WINE CONSUMER
Why do wines made from the same varietal
taste different among various producers?
The reasons are many fr om differences in the climates of the
various grape-growing regions, to the type of soil under the vines, to
the choices made in the method of production.
Starting with climatic differences, grapes grown in cooler climates
retain a higher level of acidity than the same grape grown in a warm
climate. Higher acidity will produce a crisper, more refreshing
texture in the wine. On the other hand, grapes grown in warmer
climate will have less acidity, greater ripeness, and thus a higher
alcohol content when fermented, and produce a wine with a fuller,
rounder body.Chardonnay grown in each of these two disparate
environments produces two very different wine styles. This differ-
ence in crispness verses fullness is sometimes referred to as a differ-
ence in mouthfeel. The addition of oak in the fermentation or aging
process also contributes to mouthfeel in the wine compared to one
that gets little or no contact with oak.
Soils vary greatly around the world and even throughout Cali-
fornia s many wine regions. Soils might be composed of chalk, lime-
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stone, clay, sand, gravel, loam or other components that may impart
a unique flavor to the wine. For example, some people claim that
grapes grown in the Rutherford area of Napa produce wines with an
identifiable “Rutherford dust” character, described usually as a herba-
ceous spiciness.In addition to the above reasons, other factors, such
as whether a wine is filtered or blended with another grape, will
create a producer s overall style and character and thus differentiate
it from other producers’ wines made from the same grape.
Len Napolitano lives in Central Coast wine country and is certified in wine by
the Society of Wine Educators, Wine & Spirits Education Trust, and
Chicago Wine School and continually gains knowledge from his
frequent contact with California winemakers.
More information is on his website, www.wineology.com.
Send your questions about wine to: wineologist@earthlink.net
or by mail to Len Napolitano in care of Wine Country This Week magazine.
Wineology is a registered trademark of Len Napolitano.
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17th Annual Basil Festival Set for August 16, 17
An action-packed weekend is planned for the 17th annual Basil
Festival on Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17 at Lone Madrone
Tasting Room and Organic Herb Farm. Lone Madrone is located at
2485 Highway 46 West in Paso Robles (the old Sycamore Farms
property). Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit KCBX FM
public radio, with a portion going to the Paso Robles Boys & Girls
Club.
This year’s festival takes advantage of the lovely Paso Robles
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summer evenings by running from noon until 8 p.m. on Saturday
night. Patrons will discover the refreshing taste of basil beer and basil
ice cream, great wine and local cuisine while grooving to the tunes
of local musicians Three-Quarter Time and Ras Danny and the
Reggae All-Stars.
There will be a pesto contest on Saturday judged by local
celebrity judges. Prizes will be awarded in three categories: tradi-
tional pesto, original/creative recipe and crowd favorite. All pesto
contest entrants will receive a complimentary 250 ml bottle of Olio
Nuevo organic olive oil. Pesto entries must be checked in by 1 pm
on Saturday, with a minimum of 2 cups per entry and must be
accompanied by an entry form. Festival goers may purchase pesto
sampling tickets for $3, which allows a vote for crowd favorite.
Judging starts at 2 p.m., with winners and prizes announced at 3:30.
Winning recipes will be published locally and on Lone Madrone’s
website. Entry forms are available at Lone Madrone and KCBX, via
email info@lonemadrone.com, and will also be available on site the
day of the festival. South County residents may drop off their entries
at the KCBX office, 4100 Vachell Lane in San Luis Obispo. Call (805)
238-0845 or 549-8855 for more pesto contest information.
An exciting raffle is planned for Saturday evening, with a grand
prize of two tickets to Jamaica! Raffle tickets are $10 each, and three
for $25, with a range of valuable prizes including local artwork, gift
certificates for fine local restaurants and hotels, jewelry, and more.
Raffle winners need not be present to win. The raffle will take place
at 6 p.m. Proceeds from raffle ticket sales go to the charities of the
day.
The whole family is encouraged to come out to enjoy delicious
local food, unique vendors, fun activities for kids, and live music.
Artists and local craftspeople will be displaying their wares,
including onsite organic lavender oil distillation and a glass blowing
demonstration. Admission to the festival is a suggested $5 donation
per adult (children are admitted free).
Sunday’s activities begin at 10 am with a “Green Eggs & Ham”
brunch created by Chef Jeffrey Scott; prices are $5 for kids, $10 for
adults. Professional storyteller Steve Crouch will be entertaining
children and parents alike with his Native American influenced
stories, and children’s activities will also be available.
Last year’s event raised over $6000 for the Make a Wish Founda-
tion, and we are hoping to exceed that this year to support both
KCBX public radio and The Boys & Girls Club of Paso Robles.
Lone Madrone Tasting Room & Herb Farm is located at 2485
Highway 46 West in Paso Robles. For more event information,
contact Shannon or Jackie at Lone Madrone at (805) 238-0845, or
email info@lonemadrone.com.
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PREFERRED RESTAURANTS
C AY U C O S
HOPPE’S GARDEN BISTRO
& WINE SHOP
by Charles Neave HOPPE’S GARDEN BISTRO & WINE SHOP
The most highly acclaimed restaurant and Wine Shop on the
You have to wonder what Old Timers would say when they Central Coast. Recognized for Chef Wilhelm Hoppe’s seasonally
saw the word “The Way Station” emblazoned on the outside of inspired menu, hand-selected wine list with a beautiful garden
and historical setting. Offering a wide range of menu items -
this handsome restored building in the middle of Cayucos just from wild game to prime meats and vegetarian/vegan items.
across from the ocean. And then went inside and were 78 N. Ocean Avenue • Wednesday-Sunday 11am-10pm
confronted by one of best wine (and wines by the glass) lists www.hoppesbistro.com • 805.995.1006
around. The food is also a long way above anything you might
have found in this charming seaside town at the turn-of-the-
century. These are all some of the reasons that if you mention to
people along the coast and inland (at least those who know
enough to appreciate and search out a fine bottle of wine and SAN LUIS OBISPO
first rate food) that you are headed to Cayucos, the first words
out of their mouth are likely to be “Hoppe’s Garden Bistro.”
The menu chef and owner Wilhelm (‘Bill’) Hoppe has put
together is inspired by the seasons and complimented by that MAMA'S MEATBALL
exceptional wine list (with wines also available for retail sale). He Fine Italian Restaurant and Catering
features organic meat and produce from the farmers markets in Mama's Meatball has specialized in
the area and uses local lobster and shellfish, including abalone creating seasonal menus by using only
the finest and freshest ingredients.
direct from the famous Abalone Farm.
570 Higuera St. Suite 130-135
Then add to that the wild game and venison and a selection
www.mamasmeatball.com
of both vegetarian and vegan items and put the whole delightful 805-544-0861
and delicious mix in a historic building just a short walk from
the beach. Mix in gardens that are nothing less than a delight –
and often a surprise – and toss in a good helping of their friendly,
helpful and enthusiastic staff, and the result is Hoppe’s Garden
Bistro & Wine Shop. NOVO RESTAURANT
Hoppe’s is open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday NOVO’s international flavors are the leading ingre-
thru Sunday (with a seated multi-course Sunday Brunch); dients in an exotic dining experience. Brazilian,
Mediterranean and Asian flavors awaken the
dinner on those days is served beginning at 5 p.m. They are senses. In house roasted spices for curries,
located at 78 North Ocean Avenue in Cayucos. You can reach mixtures and marinades balanced with crisp,
them for reservations or more information at (805) 995-1006, seasonal vegetables and savory meats. Explore.
and they are on the web at www.hoppesbistro.com. 726 Higuera Street • Open Daily from 11am
805-543-3986 • www.novorestaurant.com

PA S O R O B L E S CAMBRIA

ROBIN'S RESTAURANT
Mon-Thu: 6am to 8pm • Fri: 6am to 10pm Located in the historic east village of Cambria, in a
Sat: 7am to 10pm • Sun: 8am to 4pm charming vintage home, Robin’s has been delighting locals
Corner of 12th & Riverside in the Granary Building & visitors with a fresh eclectic quality menu of international
(805) 237-2722 • www.cafevio.biz foods and gracious service for 24 years. We also have a
beautiful garden for small weddings & special events.
Downtown Paso’s first and only internet cafe with free WiFi. We serve fine local wines, gourmet coffees,
espresso, teas, smoothies, soups, sandwiches and pastries. Enjoy our new Western & Wine Art Gallery Open daily from 11am. Sunday Brunch specials &
with a glass of wine and a small plate of delicacies, chill out in our cozy and comfortable living room monthly Prix Fixe dinners. Mother’s Day Brunch.
atmosphere, or relax outside in our patio under an umbrella. 4095 Burton Dr. • www.robinsrestaurant.com • (805) 927-5007

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CALIFORNIA MID STATE FAIR
The Market Place – ‘A Celebration of Locally Grown Food’
California fairs were built on an agriculture tradition that not only
encompasses competition, but the celebration of the local harvest.
The Central Coast is rich in farming families and strong traditions.
From the economically thriving grape industry to the bountiful
vegetable crops of the south county, from the long standing cattle
ranches to the growing greenhouse production, San Luis Obispo
County agriculture is more than an undiscovered treasure, but a
lifestyle to much of the population.
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“Locavores n. people committed to eating and learning about
foods grown close to home. Locavores define local food as food
grown, harvested and processed within a 100 miles of their
home.” – OXFORD AMERICAN DICTIONARY
The California Mid-State Fair invites you to celebrate the harvest
in a new and educational, interactive exhibit. Come experience San
Luis Obispo County’s finest commodities located in The Market Place.
Scents of local wines, olive oil, fresh produce and products will be
circulating for the fairgoers enjoyment. Each day will salute a wine
varietal or style of winemaking. Wine flights will be available show-
casing award winning wines from the Central Coast Wine Competi-
tion, as well as other accomplished vintages. A local chef will be
present daily to prepare a dish created by using local products. “The
Central Coast is home to many great restaurants and chefs with excep-
tional culinary skills,” stated Vivian Robertson, Fair CEO. “For
example we are thrilled to offer great talents such as Tom Fundaro,
from Villa Creek, an opportunity to create a meal using local products
such as, Hearst Naturally Fed Beef, Windrose Farms produce and
Pasolivo Olive Oil and then pair the dish with a wonderful Central
Coast wine. The perfect canvas will be available to the fairgoer daily
to paint the true agriculture picture of the area.”
A virtual winery website will be provided by California Winery
Advisor (www.californiawineryadvisor.com) complete with wine tour
interiors and information on feature products. Come be a locavore
and bask in the artistic beauty that this agriculture heritage has to
offer. The Market Place, “A Celebration of Locally Grown Foods.” The
celebration happens daily from 3 to 7 p.m.
Wine Flight Schedule
• Thursday, July 24 – Chardonnay
• Friday, July 25 – Cabernet Sauvignon
• Saturday, July 26 – Pinot Noir
• Sunday, July 27 – Spanish & Italian Wines
• Monday, July 28 – Mourvedre/Grenache/GSM
• Tuesday, July 29 – Bordeaux Red Wines
• Wednesday, July 30 – Syrah
• Thursday, July 31 – Viognier
• Friday, August 1 – Zinfandel
• Saturday, August 2 – White Rhone Wines
• Sunday, August 3 – Petite Sirah
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Wine Event Company Inspires Love & Romance with

Cinema e Vino – Great Films, Great Wines, Great Food
If the thought of being outside under the centerpiece of a fun filled, romantic and
stars on a warm summer night and sharing memorable weekend.”
great wine, great food and a great film with Ticket price is $65 for wine club
someone you love is your idea of a romantic members, $75 for the general public
evening then look no further than Cinema e (includes $10 voucher good for wine room
Vino to be able to provide that perfect atmos- purchase that evening). Advance ticket
phere for just such an evening. purchase is required due to limited seating
Cinema e Vino partners with selected per event. Cinema E Vino is also available
California Central Coast wineries to create for corporate and private functions, as well
romantic evenings for people who enjoy wine tasting, Italian cuisine as fundraisers. For more information, call (805) 238-0095 or visit
and watching great movies. The company, founded by Gina DeGiro- www.Cinemaevino.com.
lamo and Melita Toscano, turns scenic wineries into romantic vine-
yard cinemas.
“Last year was such a huge success for us that there was no ques-
tion we would do a second season,” says Gina. “The most wonderful
thing for us was that so many people came to celebrate special occa-
sions such as anniversaries, birthdays and honeymoons. We even had
one couple get engaged at our event.”
The evening begins with a private wine tasting just for Cinema e
Vino guests at select vineyards such as Cass, Villicana, Meridian and
Gainey. Each event is created to accommodate a limited amount of
people, ensuring a warm and intimate environment from start to
finish. Guests are then escorted to a scenic vineyard theater, staged
with comfortable chairs and cozy blankets. Once seated, your
gourmet Tuscan dinner basket is served, freshly prepared and warm
from the oven. Under a canopy of stars and with friends, family or that
very special someone by your side, a film flickers to life on the screen.
Cinema e Vino’s state-of-the-art equipment ensures a first-rate
cinematic experience, while the food, wine and Mother Nature
provide the ambiance.
“This year we are particularly excited to be offering very special
weekend packages that include hotel accommodations and spa treat-
ments to complement the Cinema a Vino experience,” says Melita.
“The company is expanding to include elements that seem to go hand
in hand. More than a stand alone event, Cinema e Vino becomes the

Cinema e Vino Schedule

SATURDAY, JULY 26TH
GREASE the sing-a-long
Olivia Newton-John, John Travolta
Meridian Winery, Paso Robles
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8TH
CHICAGO
Catherine Zeta-Jones,
Renee Zellwegger, Richard Gere
Gainey Winery, Santa Ynez
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16TH
THE GRADUATE
Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft,
Katharine Ross
Cass Winery, Paso Robles
SATURDAY, AUGUST 23RD
GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES
Meridian Winery, Paso Robles

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KELSEY SEE CANYON VINEYARDS
An Experience as Welcoming as the Wines
Just off San Luis Bay Drive, south of San
Luis Obispo, See Canyon Road gently winds
its way among oaks, sycamores and pines,
revealing a fresh vista at every turn. Maneu-
vering the curves between hill and creek, the
road is home to a variety of farm stands,
rushes of wild flowers and the occasional
rogue peacock. And, while See Canyon has a
beauty all its own, it’s also home to one of the
most welcoming wineries in San Luis Obispo
County: Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards.
Just a few short minutes into the canyon,
an opening in the trees gives way to a vine-
yard view, complete with strolling peacocks, a
sunny porch and purposely strewn wine
barrels decorated with every sort of welcome.
When you step into the tasting room, you’re
likely to be greeted by Dick or Delores Kelsey,
or one of their welcoming staff members.
With a host of approachable wines for first-
time tasters and aficionados alike, the Kelseys
focus on making the tasting experience as
welcoming as their wines.
“If you like it, it’s a good wine. It’s as simple
as that,” explains Dick.
But the real treat is just outside, where
winemaker Harold Osborne is hard at work
Delores and Dick Kelsey
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chosen retirement hobby.
WHEN YOU GO: Then one morning it happened. “I woke
Be sure to ask about the labels. A small up, I looked at the barn and I thought to
whiteboard above the on-site bottling myself: this could be a really good spot for a
line captures future quips for the bottles. winery.” That afternoon, and a couple of
From the 2006 “in-a-gadda-da-vino” fortuitous phone calls later, Kelsey See
Estate Chardonnay: “Surely all you groovy Canyon Vineyards was born. Within months,
freaks will tune into this iron butterfly of he met Harold. The two became fast friends,
Chardonnays. Like a walk in the Garden of and have worked together and shared a lot of
laughter since, building the winery to
Eden (In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida) this Chard
Harold’s hands-on standards, and growing
lays down a dense fog of tropical fruit
the Kelsey See Canyon label from the ground
aromas, as dense as Mary Jane at a ’60s
up.
rock concert and ends with a viscous
Kelsey See Canyon currently offers 11
texture, as thick as a lava lamp.” The
wines for tasting, including highly praised
labels, like the wines, are Harold’s Chardonnays, Apple Chard, Apple Merlot,
creations. incisive reds, a white Pinot Noir and a
handful of sparkling varietals inspired by
monitoring the barrels, the bottling line, a Harold’s work overseas. “Harold doesn’t have
nest of baby birds and the surf report. Harold to ask anyone about doing anything,” Dick
has been working with the Kelseys since laughs, “He’s the guy that knows, so we let
2001, though he is pushing 40 years when it him work his magic.”
comes to winemaking experience. After So far this year, Harold’s magic garnered
beginning his career in Napa in the 1970s at 27 medals, including two double golds from
Schramsberg, two wines prompted a move to the San Francisco Chronicle. As for Harold’s
the Central Coast in the early ’80s. philosophy on winemaking, he insists that it
“It was the 1977 Chateau Montelena Cali- be hands on at all times to ensure the finished
fornia Chardonnay. I had to find out where
the fruit was from,” Harold reminisces. “It
turned out it came from Tepusquet Vineyards
in the Santa Maria Valley. Later, Beringer’s Los
Hermanos label had the same effect, and,
after learning their fruit came from the Tepus-
quet Ranch, I thought to myself ‘boy, this area
is really worth looking at.’”
So, without a job, Harold picked up and
moved to the Central Coast, first working for
Maison Deutz (now Laetitia) until 1987 then
for Kendall-Jackson in Cambria until 2001,
all the while building a career as a flying
winemaker, consulting with wineries in
Australia, New Zealand, France and Cali-
fornia.
As Harold was busy making wine around
the world, Dick Kelsey was building a barn to
store his antique vehicle collection, his
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product is inviting to patrons.

“The key is immediate drinkability,” Harold explains. “Wine should
be fruit oriented, with balanced tannin, alcohol and acidity levels from
start to finish. A wine can be great in two years; it doesn’t have to be
a 20-year wine to be a great wine. Then you have to hope and wait to
see if it will be good. Who wants to wait that long?”
And so Harold and Dick focus on making wines as inviting as their
locale, having as much fun as possible along the way. “It’s about a good
experience,” says Dick. “We enjoy every day of this experience, in the
winery and in the tasting room. The older I get, the more I believe in
fate. A lot of things had to line up in my life for me to be able to do
this. And for that, I am grateful.”
Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards is open from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at
1947 See Canyon Road. For directions and more information, visit
www.kelseywine.com.

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Paso Robles Olive Festival – Fun for the Family

Olivas de Oro, producers of A member of the California Olive
premium olive oils and olive trees, Oil Council’s Tasting Panel will lead a
presents the 5th annual Paso Robles seminar on olive oil sensory evaluation
Olive Festival, a Paso Robles Main along with formal tasting to look for
Street Association event, Saturday, positive attributes of fresh olive oils.
August 23, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Paso Lysa Dean, with the Olive Oil
Robles Downtown City Park. Source, says, “The chance for people to
Local wineries and breweries will be taste some of America’s best olive oil
tastings as well as olive oil tasting producers side-by-side is an excellent
vendors. Olive-inspired food will be opportunity for consumers to learn
prepared and served in Olive Festival what they like when buying olive oil
Culinary Row. Cooking demonstrations and a cook-off will be held in for their kitchen.”
the “Outdoors’ Kitchen Stadium” in the park. Home chefs can enter “The last four years, the popularity of this event has proved that
the Olive Dish Contest. They can also submit recipes for our future people want to learn more about olives and olive oil, and that a festival
Olive Festival Cookbook. Awards by Spice Hunter. Entry forms avail- makes it fun for the whole family,” said Gary Brown, owner of We
able online, www.pasoolivefestival.com, or Main Street office by Olive and a member of the Main Street Association Olive Festival
calling (805) 238-4103. committee.
There will be live music along with free olive oil ice cream. Enjoy For more information, contact Paso Robles Main Street Association
arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities and olive product vendors. at (805) 238-4103, or visit www.pasoolivefestival.com.

DOWNTOWN
15TH STREET
PASO ROBLES
OAK STREET

ORTMAN
14TH STREET
101
VIHUELA SILVER STONE
Wine Attic Clayhouse
13TH ST PIANETTA
HEARTHSTONE /

PASO ROBLES STREET

BEAR CAVE CELLARS EDWARD MIDLIFE CRISIS
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PINE STREET

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CITY PARK
RIVERSIDE AVENUE

ORCHID
10TH STREET HILL
STREET
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9TH STREET
PARK

Hice Cellars
8TH STREET ANGLIM WINERY
D’ANBINO CELLARS
7TH STREET

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TASTE
Downtown Paso Robles is home to
more than 12 premium tasting
rooms, all within walking
distance of one another.
Each of these boutique
WHAT

DOWNTOWN
wineries offers a unique
experience with individual
flavor. Together they

H A S TO O F F E R make for an unforgettable

13 Tasting Rooms in Walking Distance

Wine Country destination.

Arroyo Robles Orchid Hill

Open Daily 11-7 Daily 11:30-6 or by appointment
739 12th St, Paso Robles 1140 Pine Street, Paso Robles
877-759-WINE | www.arroyorobles.com www.orchidhillwine.com | 805-237-7525

Family owned and operated, it is our goal to enhance your wine tasting expe- Fine premium estate wines are paired with cheese to complement your tasting
rience and show you the true beauty of Paso Robles wines. Tasting bar experience on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and by appointment. We also feature
features gifts, wine accessories and picnic supplies. art work by world-renowned artist Jean-Pierre de Rothschild.

Bear Cave Cellars Ortman Family Vineyards

1227 Park Street, Suite B, Paso Robles
805-238-4329
www.bearcavecellars.com
Hand-crafted Paso Robles red wines.
Come on by when you see the Bear Flag fly
or give us a call and we will open.
1317 Park Street, Paso Robles
Thursday through Monday 12-7
805.237.9009 | www.OrtmanVineyards.com
Come experience the acclaimed "Ortman style" and taste what two
generations have perfected at the Ortman family’s new tasting
room in downtown Paso Robles. Varietals include Chardonnay,
Pinot Noir, Syrah and Sangiovese.

D’Anbino Vineyards & Cellars Pianetta Winery

710 Pine Street, Paso Robles 829 13th Street, Paso Robles
(in the historic train depot) Sunday, Monday, Thursday: 12-6
Open Thursday-Monday 11-7 Friday & Saturday: 11am-7pm
805-227-6800 l www.danbino.com 805-226-4005 | www.pianettawinery.com
Owned & operated by a family of professional musicians, Pianetta Winery creates limited releases of premium red varietals and blends
you’ll always be entertained in our modern & lively tasting room. using our own Estate Vineyards in Indian Valley. From growing to wine-
See our gold records, Emmy statuettes, unique “piano bar” and making our techniques focus on balance and intense flavor. Join us at the
taste our award-winning wines. Historic Granger’s Union Building.

Edward Sellers Vihuela

1220 Park Street, Paso Robles Sunday & Monday 11-4
Open Thursday-Monday 11-6 Thursday through Saturday 11-8
805-239-8915 | www.edwardsellers.com 1307 Park St Alley, (behind Keller Williams))
Edward Sellers Vineyards and Wines specializes in small lots of handmade 805-226-2010 | www.vihuelawinery.com
American Rhône-Style wines from some of the finest vineyards in Paso Fine Wine...Fine
Vihuela Art...Fine is
(vee-way-la) Food
a boutique winery with a passion for old-world Spanish
Robles. Come in a taste our award winning Viognier, Syrah, Grenache guitar and a taste for new world, artisan wine. Each wine is crafted to express an
1307 Park St. Alley, Downtown Paso Robles

and Syrah/Grenache blends. Look for our tasting room in the Historic elegant balance of art and science that we’d love to share with you!
www.vihuelawinery.com
805.226.2010

Clock Tower Building in the heart of Paso Robles.

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

• Saturday, August 2 – Friends of the Winery Dinner in the Caves

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

• Saturday, September 6 – Eberle Winemaker Dinner in the Caves

with Doug Levy, Feast, Tucson, AZ
The cuisine is international, the ambience is high energy and the
name is Feast. What more do you need to have a great time, espe-
cially where your appetite is concerned? Chef/owner Doug Levy
has helped elevate the Tucson food scene to new heights. Come
and welcome him to Eberle Winery and experience the food and
wine pairings that are making Chef Levy a well-known favorite in
Arizona.

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wines in the B & E Saloon that colors and flavors. Join us in celebrating in the true
overlooks the vineyard. Italian tradition with food and wine pairing,
salami, prosciutto, provolone, sopres-sata, pâté,
imported pasta, specialty items and the finest pasta
Daily 11am-5pm sauces. Food available daily.
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RIO SECO VINEYARD

Batting a Thousand
by Michael Cervin because of its 16.6 percent alcohol. Rio Seco is especially known
for its Cabernet Franc as well as Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and

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or most people, baseball is nothing like wine. But for Tom their award-winning Zinfandels. Their reds are all mild tannin
Hinkle, the two are interrelated. Tom was a former Major wines, meant to be consumed soon. Four times a year they offer a
League Baseball scout, visiting high school, college and semi- Texas Hold ’em tournament where the grand prize is a free one-
pro games, searching for the best young talent out there. “But I never year wine club membership.
really had time to taste wine,” Tom said. He was busy scouting, “Not only do we have Texas Hold ’em … we are best known for
though occasionally he’d stop by wineries in Napa just to look our Friday Night Concert Series,” Tom adds. “Live music, barbecue
around. He planted vineyards on his property in Paso Robles in and wine for $8 – all summer long. We’ve been doing this for six
1997 and began the wine game while still scouting across the U.S. years now. It’s family friendly and really great music!”
Having since retired from 28 years of scouting, Tom and his The tasting fee is $5 and is applied towards any wine purchase.
wife Carol now spend their time farming, making and selling wine No wines are off limits, so if it’s open, the Hinkles will pour it. Rio
and running the tasting room. Seco Vineyard is located at 4295 Union Road in Paso Robles and
The tasting room is a red barn with a trellised patio covered they are open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Stop on by and see the
with grapes that provide shade. The views from this covered porch dogs, Blaze and Rio, and Curious George, the cat. You’re sure to
are vintage Paso Robles; gentle rolling hills, punctuated with hot a home run if you do. For more information, visit the website
mature oak trees, brown grass and glimpses of nearby vineyards. at www.riosecowine.com or call (805) 237-8884.
Tom sprayed the interior walls with a protective coating to help
keep it cool inside and set up a functional, if modest, tasting area.
The wood bar is all hand made, worn and full of character.
In addition to the wines, Tom produces olive oil from trees on
his 63-acre property. He just likes the challenge of something new.
Rio Seco is a hands-on winery with Tom and Carol doing just
about everything themselves. That includes Tom learning the art of
winemaking. “Do I have formal training? No,” Tom grins. “Hours
on the crush pad? Yes!” Tom’s a believer that you learn by doing,
something he picked up at college at Cal Poly Pomona. “Making
wine isn’t rocket science,” Tom says. Plus there’s the advantage of
having a supportive winemaking community near him. And
perhaps the toughest part of making wine? “You ruin a lot of
clothes,” he says.
The wines run the gamut from a light Roussanne to a hefty
white blend called VIO RIO, a blend of Orange Muscat and Viog-
nier, which the Hinkles affectionately call “mama’s moonshine”

CHATEAU MARGENE Enjoy the beauty of

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

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Tolosa Blends Fine Wine, Fine Art to Benefit Local Schools

Tolosa Winery has commis-
sioned six local artists to partici-
pate in their inaugural fund-
raising event, Barrels R Art. “Our
mission is to provide a platform
for local artists to apply their
talent and showcase their
creative synergies to another
great art form: the creation of
wine,” said Bob Schiebelhut
principal at Tolosa. Each artist
was given a 60 gallon barrel to
transform into their unique work
of art. Each barrel will be a one
of a kind original.
The barrels will be on display
in the Tolosa Tasting Room from
July 26th to September 5th.
There will be a gala dinner
auction held at the winery on
September 6th with legendary
auctioneer Gil Stork as Master of
Ceremonies. Guests will have a
chance to mingle with the artists
and bid on the individual art
barrels. The elegant evening will
be catered by the incomparable
Megan Loring and paired with
Tolosas fine wines.
TEACh Foundation (The
Endowment for the Advance-
ment of Children) was chosen as
the beneficiary for the evenings
proceeds. The timing for this
funding for the local schools
couldn’t be more fortuitous with
the recent state-wide budget
cuts. The TEACh Foundation
goal is to build a permanent
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Coastal Unified School District – purchased at Tolosa Winery or
the funds support all schools through www.tolosawinery.com.
grades K-12 in San Luis Coastal Contact Tami Carija or Katie
Unified. “The money raised will Noonan with any questions
go directly to the classroom, (805) 782-0300.
allowing students to participate Tolosa Winery is located situ-
in programs that they may not ated in the coastal hillsides of
normally be able to receive,” San Luis Obispo where they
Maria Slavin, TEACh Founda- produce ultra-premium wines
tion President, said. “Our from their sustainably farmed
mission statement is, a quality estate vineyards. Visit their
education is a lifetime gift .We tasting room at 4910 Edna Road
hope the endowment will in San Luis Obispo. For more
continue to grow even after we information, call (805) 782-
are a all long gone,” commented 0500. The tasting room is open
Ms. Slavin. daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Santa Maria Valley Wine Country Announces

Wine and Art Passport Event, July 25-27
The Santa Maria Valley Wine Country will be hosting a wine and
art experience featuring eight local wineries – The Wine and Art Pass-
port Event, July 25-27. The event includes both large and boutique
wineries. In addition to wine tasting, each winery will feature artists
displaying their work and offering pieces for purchase. Tasting rooms
will be open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for wine tasting and art exhibition all
three days.
Advance tickets are available at the discounted price of $30 and
include a Riedel glass (you can choose from one of three pickup loca-
tions), and wine tasting at all participating wineries. Tickets can be
purchased for $35 on any day of the event at each of the featured
wineries. The Wine and Art Passport offers a reasonably priced wine
experience; if visited separately combined tastings may be valued up
to $90 per person.
For Wine and Art Passport participants, all eight wineries will be
open all three days: Addamo Vineyards, Cambria, Costa de Oro,
Foxen, Kenneth Volk Vineyards, Rancho Sisquoc, Riverbench and
Tres Hermanas. Come and experience Santa Maria Valley’s fine
wines.
To order tickets, go to the website www.smvwc.com/calendar. To
order tickets by phone, call 1-866-480-5194.

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Learn About Sushi and Wine at Riverbench Winery
Contrary to popular belief, sushi goes with more than just sake.
Join Riverbench Winery as they explore some innovative combina-
tions of Riverbench wines with sushi rolls and sashimi creations by
Chef Jeff Fujiwara, Saturday, July 26, from 1 to 4 p.m. Limited open-
ings, so make reservations. The event is $20 for Benchmark Club
members. not-yet-members are $25.
Riverbench Vineyard was established in 1973, when its first
Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes were planted on the property. For
years since then, some of the most renowned wineries in Santa
Barbara County have purchased the fruit for their own wines. Over
time Riverbench has become a prominent name for high-quality
Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in the Santa Maria Valley.
In 2004, a group of local families purchased the property. Wine
drinkers themselves, the owners quickly became enamored with the
wine industry and decided to start producing their own wine label
using small quantities of their exceptional fruit. Riverbench Winery
was born.
The first vintage included both Estate and Reserve versions of
Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Since then, their portfolio has increased
to include new interpretations of these noble varietals. All Riverbench
wines are made in limited quantities and are available exclusively
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT RIVERBENCH VINEYARD & WINERY
• Saturday, August 16, 10am to 1pm
2008 Harvest Seminar & Adopt-A-Vine Club
Walk the vineyards, analyze the grapes, and play a part in the 2008
harvest! Vineyard Manager Jim Stollberg will be on site to show you
what it’s like in Santa Maria during this busy time of year. Lunch and
wine tasting is included. Cost to be determined.
• Saturday, September 6, 10am to 4pm
Photo Show with Photographer Tom Poss
Enjoy the amazing and unique works of Tom Poss and hear
the winner of our 2008 Riverbench photo contest!
• Saturday, September 6, 5 to 7pm
Chocolate and Wine Pairing
Who doesn’t love wine with chocolate? Join us for some fun and unique
dessert pairings with our most seductive red: Pinot Noir!
through the tasting room.
Riverbench Vineyard & Winery is located at 6020 Foxen Canyon
Road in Santa Maria. For more information, call (805) 937-8340 or
visit the website at www.riverbench.com.
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Stolpman Vineyards Invites You Dinner in the Vineyard

On August 2, Stolpman Vineyards will be hosting an Italian style The event is $85 for wine club members, $100 for general public.
dinner in their picturesque Ballard Canyon Vineyard from 3 to 8 p.m. While Syrah, the premier grape of the estate, is the heart of
Enjoy exclusive hay bale tours by appointment. Casual outdoor attire Stolpman Vineyards, the Tasting Room offers an array of Stolpman
recommended. Vineyards wines for tasting and purchase including Angeli, Estate
Syrah, Hilltops Syrah, L’Avion, La Croce, Limestone Hill Cuvee,
Nebbiolo, Poetry in Red, Poetry in White and Sangiovese.
The Stolpman Vineyards Tasting Room is located in charming
downtown Solvang at 1659 Copenhagen Drive in Solvang, near the
intersection of First Street. It’s open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
staying open an hour later on Fridays. Tastings are $8 and include a
crystal logo glass.
Also available at the Stolpman Vineyards Tasting Room are the
estate olive oil and several premium wine products, including a selec-
tion of crystal decanters and stemware.
For reservations, call (805) 688-0400. For more information, visit
the website at www.stolpmanvineyards.com.

To Hwy. 101
To Santa Maria, 154 Santa Maria (32 miles, see page 33)
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Website Helps You Explore Santa Barbara’s Wine Country

Latest Goin6 Tour Encourages Travelers to
Take a Wine Tour Through Santa Barbara
In an ongoing effort to offer fun, affordable travel amidst soaring
fuel prices, Motel 6 has launched the Santa Barbara Wine Country
Tour as the next featured road trip on its new trip-planning website,
Goin6.com. The Motel 6 Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour is specifi-
cally designed to assist the wine-tasting novice to the wine connois-
seur in experiencing the beautiful scenery, small town charm, and
delightful wines grown and bottled in Santa Barbara County. By
staying with Motel 6, which offers the lowest price of any national
chain, travelers can find accommodations for less than most drivers
will spend on one tank of gas.
The Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour guides travelers along a 50-
mile stretch of picturesque valleys and quaint vineyard towns from
Santa Barbara to Santa Maria. While you’ll never be too far from a
vineyard or wine tasting, the Santa Barbara Wine County Tour also
suggests historic sites in each area along the tour if you decide to give
your palate a rest.
Use Goin6.com to map out a trip that includes some or all of the
recommended stops along the tour. Various wine tour operators offer
tasting tours through the areas near Santa Barbara, Solvang, Los Olivos
and Santa Maria.
Other wine tour highlights include: a wine tasting tour through the
sustainable wineries in a Mercedes biodiesel van; Colson Canyon in
Santa Maria for a day of hiking, biking or picnicking; La Purisima
Mission State Historic Park, home of the most fully-restored mission
in California; the astounding Hearst Castle, a 165-room California
treasure; the 20-mile stretch of Pismo Beach; and Grand Avenue of Los
Olivos, the city where many scenes from the movie Sideways were
filmed. An important stop along the road is the Santa Barbara County
Vintners’ Association in Santa Ynez, where travelers can pick up a
comprehensive list of wineries and vineyards in Santa Barbara County.
The Goin6 website also helps any wine enthusiast plan a great trip
by utilizing the “Eat,” “Sleep” and “Do” feature tabs, including Motel 6
locations along the way that provide comfortable and affordable
accommodations. Throughout this summer, the Goin6.com site will
launch new and exciting Motel 6 journeys with opportunities for trav-
elers to explore America on a budget.
To start planning your own Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour or
for help making reservations at a Motel 6 along the route, visit
Goin6.com.

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PAS O R O B L ES A R E A Doce Robles – Paso Robles Daily ★ J Lohr – Paso Robles Daily
2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766 10-5:30 X X 6169 Airport Rd; 805-239-8900 10-5 X X
★ Adelaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 10-5
5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 800-676-1232 X X X ★ Donati Family Vineyard – Templeton Daily 11am-5pm ★ J. Paul Rosilez – Paso Robles Daily
Corner of 46 West & Vineyard Dr; 805-238-0676 X X 4889 Dry Creek Rd; 805-226-0550 12-5 X X
AJB Vineyards – Paso Robles Weekends
3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 12-5 X X Donatoni Winery – Paso Robles Sa-Su 12-5 ★ J. Paul Rosilez – Cambria Mo-Th Su 11-5
3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Or By Appt X 734 Main St, Ste C; 805-927-5110 Fr-Sa 11-7 X X
★ Anglim Winery – Paso Robles Th-Mo 11-6
740 Pine St; 805-227-6813 Su 12-6 & By Appt X X Dover Canyon Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su Jack Creek Cellars – Templeton By
4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 11-5 X 5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 Appt X X
★ Arroyo Robles – Paso Robles Daily
739 12th St; 877-759-WINE 11-7 X X Dunning Vineyards Estate Winery – Paso Robles JanKris Winery – Templeton Daily
1953 Niderer Rd; 805-238-4763 Th-Mo 11-5 X X 1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 11-5 X X X
★ B & E Vineyards – Paso Robles Fr-Su By
10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815 10-5 Appt X X Eagle Castle Winery – Paso Robles Daily Justin Winery – Paso Robles Daily
3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 10:30-5:30 X X X 11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-6932 10-5 X X X
★ Bear Cave Cellars – Paso Robles By Appt. &
1227 Park St; 805-238-4329 Some Weekends X X ★ Eberle Winery – Paso Robles Daily Kukkula – Templeton By
3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607 10-6 X X X 9525 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-434-5475 Appt
Bella Luna – Templeton Fr-Su
1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477 10-5 X X ★ Edward Sellers – Paso Robles Th-Mo L’Aventure Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su 11-4
1220 Park St; 805-239-8915 12-7 X X 2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 or By Appt X X
★ Bianchi Winery – Paso Robles Daily
3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 10-5 X X ★ EOS Estate Winery – Paso Robles Daily Laura’s Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily
5625 Hwy 46 East; 805-239-2562 10-5 X X X 5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 10-5 X X
Black Hand – San Miguel By
1735 Nygren Rd; 805-712-WINE Appt X X ★ Falcon Nest Winery– Paso Robles Daily Le Cuvier – Paso Robles By Appt,
5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 10-7:30 X X 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-238-5706 Wine Club Only
Brian Benson Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
Firestone Vineyard Paso – Paso Robles By Linne Calodo – Paso Robles Fr-Su
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 10:30-5 X X
2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 Daily 10-5 Appt X X 3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 11-5 X X
Calcareous Winery – Paso Robles Th-Mo
Five Rivers Winery – Paso Robles By ★ Locatelli Winery – Paso Robles Fr-Su
3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289 11-5 X X
8998 North River Rd; 805-467-0192 Appt 8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 11-4 X X
Caparone Winery – Paso Robles Daily
Four Vines Winery – Templeton Daily Lone Madrone – Paso Robles Daily
2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827 11-5 X X X
3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0055 11-5 X X 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 10:30-5 X X
Carmody McKnight Estate Wines – Paso Robles
Fralich Vineyard & Winery – Templeton By Appt Madison Cellars – Paso Robles By
11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5 X X
Private tastings at Paso Robles Wine Services; 805-434-1526 4540 Hwy 41; 805-238-9831 Appt X X
★ Cass Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
Fratelli Perata – Paso Robles By Maloy O’Neill – Paso Robles Fr-Sa 10-5; Su 12-5
7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730 11-6 X X
1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Appt 5725 Union Rd; 805-238-7320 Or By Appt X X
★ Castoro Cellars – Templeton Daily Garretson Wine Co. – Paso Robles Daily Martin & Weyrich – Paso Robles Su-Th 10-5
1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725 10-5:30 X X 2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-239-2074 11-5 X X 2610 Buena Vista Dr; 805-238-2520 Fr-Sa 10-6 X X
★ Cayucos Cellars – Cayucos We-Su 11-5:30 Gelfand Vineyards – Paso Robles By McClean Vineyards – Templeton By
131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036 Closed Tu X X 5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Appt 4491 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-237-2441 Appt
Changala Winery – Templeton Sa 11:30-5 By ★ Grey Wolf Cellars– Paso Robles Daily Meridian Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
422 Main St; 805-238-0421 Su 12-4 Appt X X 2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 11-5:30 X X 7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133 10-5 X X
★ Chateau Margene – Creston Sa-Su ★ Halter Ranch Vnyd– Paso Robles Th-Mo ★ Midlife Crisis – Paso Robles Th-Mo
4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 12-6 X X 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 X X 1244 Pine St, Suite A; 805-237-8730 10:30-6 X X
Christian Lazo – San Miguel Sa-Su ★ Hansen Vineyard– Templeton Daily Midnight Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
249 10th Street, Suite A; 805-467-2672 10-5 X X 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 10-5:30 X X 2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 10-5:30 X X
Chumeia Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily Harmony Cellars– Harmony Daily ★ Minassian-Young – Paso Robles Fr-Su
8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 10-5 X X 3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805-927-1625 10-5 X X 4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571 11-5 X X
Clautiere Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily ★ Hearthstone Tasting Room – Paso Robles Moonstone Cellars – Cambria Th-Mo
1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 12-5 X X 1244 Pine St, Ste A; 805 237-8730 Th-Mo 10:30-6 X X 801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466 11-5 X X
★ D’Anbino Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo 11-7 Hice Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo NadeauFamilyVintners – Paso Robles Fr-Su
710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 Closed Tu-We X X 821 Pine St Unit D; 805-237-8888 12-5 3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 12-5 X X
Dark Star Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Su Hug Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo Norman Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389 10:30-5 X X 2323 Tuley Ct Ste. 120 D; 805-828-5906 11-5 7450 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0138 11-5 X X
Denner Vineyards & Winery – Paso Robles Hunt Cellars – Paso Robles Daily ★ Opolo Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 Sa-Su 12-4 X X 2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600 10:30-5:30 X X 7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 10-5 X X

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★ Orchid Hill Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily ★ San Marcos Creek Vineyard – Paso Robles Venteux Vineyards – Templeton Fr-Su
1140 Pine St; 805-237-7525 11:30-6 X X 7750 North Hwy; 805-467-9260 Daily 11-5 X X 1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127 10-5 X X
Ortman Family Vnyds – Paso Robles Th-Mo Scott Aaron – Templeton Sa-Su Victor Hugo Winery – Templeton By
1317 Park Street; 805-237-9009 12-7 X X 422 South Main; 888-611-9463 11-5 X X 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 Appt X X
Parkfield Vineyards – San Miguel By ★ Sculpterra – Paso Robles Fr-Su 10-5 ★ Vihuela Winery – Paso Robles Th-Sa 11-8
70502 Vineyard Canyon Rd; 805-463-2316 Appt X X 5015 Linne Road, 888-302-8881 or By Appt X X 1307 Park St; 805 835-4304 Su & Mo 11-4 X X
★ Peachy Canyon Winery – Paso Robles Daily ★ Silver Horse – San Miguel Fr-Mo Villicana Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su
1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 11-5 X X 2995 Pleasant Rd; 805-467-WINE 11-5 X X 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 11-5 X X

★ Peachy Canyon Winery Too – Paso Robles ★ Silver Stone – Paso Robles Mo-Th 12-7 ★ Vina Robles – Paso Robles Daily
2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805-237-7848 Fr-Su 11-5 X X 827 13th St; 805-226-2788 Fr-Sa 12-8 Su 11-4 X X 3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812 10-5 X X

★ Penman Springs Vineyard – Paso Robles Skyhawk Lane – San Miguel By VinFuzion – Paso Robles We-Su
1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 Fr-Su 11-5 X X 1605 Commerce Way; 213-200-4661 Appt 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0208 11-5:30 X X

★ Pianetta – Paso Robles Su-Mo-Th: 12-6pm Stacked Stone Cellars – Paso Robles Fr 12-5 Vista Del Rey – Paso Robles Su 11-5
829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Fr-Sa 11-7 X X X 1525 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7872 Sa-Su 11-5 X X 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 By Appt X X

Pipestone – Paso Robles Th-Mo Stephen’s Cellar – Templeton By Whalebone Winery – Paso Robles Daily
2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 11-5 X X 7575 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-2412 Appt X X 8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 11-5 X X

Poalillo Vineyards – Paso Robles By Still Waters Vineyards – Paso Robles Th-Mo Wild Coyote Winery – Paso Robles Daily
18888 Willow Creek Rd; 805-238-0600 Appt 2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 11-5 X X 3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 11-5 X X

Pretty-Smith – San Miguel Fr-Su Summerwood – Paso Robles Daily Wild Horse Winery – Templeton Daily
13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104 10-5 X X 2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365 10-5:30 X X 1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5 X X

Rabbit Ridge – Paso Robles We-Su ★ Sylvester Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily Windward Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily
1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331 11-5 X X 5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 11-5 X X X 138 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565 11-5 X X

Rainbows End Winery – San Miguel By Tablas Creek – Paso Robles Daily York Mountain – Templeton Daily
8535 Mission Ln; 805-467-3345 Appt X X 9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231 10-5 X X X 7505 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-3925 11-5 X X

★ Rio Seco – Paso Robles Daily Terry Hoage – Paso Robles By Zenaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884 11-5 X X 870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083 Appt 1550 Hwy 46 West; 805-227-0382 11-5 X X X
ZinAlley – Templeton Fr-Su
RiverStar Vineyards – Cayucos Fr-Su Thacker Winery– Paso Robles Opening in
3730 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0959 11-5 X X
36 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3741 11-4 X X 8355 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0087 June '08 X X
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RN Estate Winery – Paso Robles By Thunderbolt Junction – Paso Robles Fr-Su
7986 North River Rd; 805-467-3106 Appt 2740 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805-226-9907 11-5 X X ★ Pozo Valley – Santa Margarita Fr-Su
2200 El Camino Real; 805-286-7172 12-6 X X
★ Robert Hall – Paso Robles Daily Tobin James Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 10-6 X X X 8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 10-6 X X SAN LUIS OBISPO
Rotta Winery – Paso Robles Daily Tolo Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Mo Alapay Cellars – Avila Beach Daily
3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0510 11-5 X X 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282 11-5 X X 415 First St; 805-595-2632 10:30-6 X X
★ Rocky Creek Cellars – Templeton Th-Su Turley Wine Cellars – Templeton Daily Aron Hill Vineyards – Morro Bay Th-Su
8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919 11-5 X X 2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 9-5 X X 845 Embarcadero Rd, Suite F; 805-610-5751 12-5 X X

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★ Baileyana Vineyard – San Luis ObispoDaily S A N TA M A R I A / F O X E N C A N Y O N Arthur Earl – Los Olivos Daily
5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 X X 2922 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771 11-6 X X
Addamo Estate Vineyards – Orcutt Tu-Su
Barnwood Winery – Arroyo Grande Daily 400 East Clark Ave; 805-937-6400 11-7 X X Beckmen Vineyards – Los Olivos Daily
453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE 11-5 X X 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-8664 11-5 X X
Bedford Thompson – Los Alamos Daily
Cerro Caliente – San Luis Obispo Fr-Su 448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 11-5 X X Bernat – at Los Olivos Café Daily
831 A Via Esteban; 805-544-2842 11-5 X X 2879 Grand Ave; 805-688-7265 11-9 X X
Byron Vineyard – Santa Maria By
★ Claiborne & Churchill – San Luis Obispo Daily 5250 Tepusquet Rd; 805-934-4770 Appt Brophy Clark Cellars – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room
2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 11-5 X X 2905 Grand Ave; 805-929-4830 Daily 11-6 X X
Cambria Winery – Santa Maria Daily
Domaine Alfred – San Luis Obispo Daily 5475 Chardonnay Lane; 888-339-9463 10-5 X X The Brander Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily
7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463 10-5 X X 2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 11-4 X X
Chimere – Santa Maria By
Edna Valley Vnyd – San Luis Obispo Daily 217 North Russell; 805-310-1148 Appt Carhartt Vineyard – Los Olivos Th-Mo 11-5
2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 10-5 X X 2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 (Closed Tu-We) X X
★ Costa de Oro – Santa Maria Daily
★ Kelsey See Canyon – San Luis Obispo 1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 11-6 X X ★ Carina Cellars – Los Olivos Daily
1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 Daily 11-5:30 X X X Cottonwood Canyon – Santa Maria Daily 2900-A Grand Ave; 805-688-2459 11-5 X X
Kynsi Winery – Arroyo Grande Th-Mo 3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-VINE 10-5:30 X X X Consilience – Los Olivos Daily
2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 11-5 X X Curtis Winery – Los Olivos Daily 2933 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 11-5 X X
★ Laetitia Vineyard – Arroyo Grande Daily 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X X Curtis Winery – Los Olivos Daily
453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 11-5 X X Fess Parker – Los Olivos Daily 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X X
Morovino – Avila Beach Th-Mo 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X X Daniel Gehrs Winery – Los Olivos Daily
550 1st St; 805-627-1443 12-5 X X Firestone Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily 2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 11-5 X X
Ortman Family – San Luis Obispo Th-Mo 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X Dierberg Estate Vineyard – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-473-9463 10-5 X X Foxen Vineyard – Santa Maria Daily 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
★ Per Bacco Cellars – San Luis Obispo Th-Mo 7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251 11-4 X X Epiphany Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo
1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485 11-5 X X X IO Vineyards – Santa Maria By 2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 11:30- 5:30 X X
Piedra Creek Winery – San Luis Obispo 5250 Tepusquet Rd; 805-934-4770 Appt John Kerr Wines – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room
6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 By Appt ★ KennethVolk Vineyards – Santa Maria Daily 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-5:30 X X
Rancho Arroyo Grande – Arroyo Grande 5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 10:30-4:30 X X X Fess Parker – Los Olivos Daily
591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 1st Saturday of the month 11-5 Koehler – Los Olivos Daily 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X X
★ Salisbury Vineyards – Avila Valley Daily 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X X Firestone Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily
6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE 11-6 X X Labyrinth – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X
Saucelito Canyon – San Luis Obispo Daily 2717 Aviation Way; 805-268-4155 Daily 10-5 X X Flying Goat Cellars – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 10-5 X X McKeon-Philips – Santa Maria Daily 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
Sextant Wines – San Luis Obispo Daily 2115 S Blosser Rd; 805-928-3025 11-6 X X Great Oaks Ranch – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
3536 S. Higuera St; 866-833-WINE 11-5 X X Ovene Winery – Santa Maria (Tasting Room: See Solvang) 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
Shadow Canyon Cellars – San Luis Obispo 2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt X X J Wilkes Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
956 Monterey Street; 805-781-0862 Th-Su 12-7 X X Rancho Sisquoc Winery – Santa Maria Daily 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
Stephen Ross Wine Cellars – San Luis Obispo 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 10-4 X X Koehler – Los Olivos Daily
2330 Johnson Ave; 805-594-1318 By Appt X Riverbench Vineyards – Santa Maria Daily 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X X
6020 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8340 10-4 X X X
★ Tangent Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily Lane Tanner Wines – at Los Olivos Tasting Room
5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 11-5 X X Tantara Vineyard – Santa Maria By 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6 X X
4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051 Appt
★ Talley Vineyards – Arroyo Grande Daily Longoria Wines – Los Olivos Daily
3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10:30-4:30 X X Tres Hermanas Winery – Santa Maria Daily 2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 11-4:30 X X
9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451 10-5 X X
Taste – San Luis Obispo Mo-Sa 11-9 Oak Savanna – at Andrew Murray Tasting Room in Los Olivos
1003 Osos St; 805-269-TASTE Su 11-5 X X Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos Daily 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-6 X X
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X X
★ Tolosa Winery – San Luis Obispo Daily Qupé Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 11-5 X X LOS OLIVOS 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-968-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
★ Wood Winery – Arroyo Grande Th-Mo Alexander & Wayne – Los Olivos Daily ★ Silver Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
136 Bridge St; 805-489-9663 11-5 X X 2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 11-6 X X 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-963-3052 Daily 11-5 X X
Wolff Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Th-Su Andrew Murray – Los Olivos Daily Scott Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo
6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448 11-5 X X 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 11-6 X X 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-570-0048 12-5 X X

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2445 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-688-0400 11-4 X X
★ Badge Wines – at Trio Tastings, Solvang
Three Saints – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt X X ★ Trio – Solvang Th-Su 11-5
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 or By Appt X X
Blackjack Ranch – Solvang Daily 11-5
Tre Anelli – Los Olivos Daily Tasting room for Badge Wines, DiBruno & Curran Wines
2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412 Closed Wed X X
2923 Grand Ave; 805-686-3000 11-5 X X Uncorked/Monsoon Cellars Fr-Sa 12-9pm
Blair Fox Cellars – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang 467 Alisal Rd Ste 2; 805-693-8000; Solvang Su 12-6 X X
Vandale – at The Ballard Inn in Ballard Fr-Su
1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 Daily 11-8 X X
2436 Baseline Ave; 805-688-7770 12-5:30 X X ★ Vigna Ladonna – Solvang Daily
Cabana Cellars/Wandering Dog Wine Bar – Solvang 1608 Copenhagen, 805-693-WINE 12-7ish X X
Verdad Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 We-Mo 11-8ish X X
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X S A N TA Y N E Z
Wild Heart Winery – Los Olivos Daily Casa Cassara – at Olive House in Solvang
Artiste – Santa Ynez Daily
2933-C Grand Ave; 805-688-7386 11-5 X X 1661 Mission Dr; 805-686-5159 Daily 11-5 X X
3569 Sagunto St; 805-686-2626 11-5 X X
Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos Daily ★ Curran Wines – at Trio Tastings, Solvang
Au Bon Climat – at Wine Cellar Tasting Room in Santa Ynez
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X X 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt X X
3631 Sagunto St; 805-688-8688 Daily 11-6 X X
L O M P O C / B U E L LT O N ★ DiBruno – at Trio Tastings, Solvang Bridlewood Estate – Santa Ynez Daily
1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt X X 3555 Roblar Ave; 805-688-9000 10-5 X X
Alma Rosa – Buellton Daily
7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090 11-5 X X East Valley – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang Buttonwood Farm – Santa Ynez Daily
1661 Mission Dr; 805-686-5159 Daily 11-5 X X 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-3032 11-5 X X
Ampelos Cellars – Lompoc By
805-736-9957 Appt X X Honeywood/Olde Mission Wine Co. Gainey Vineyard – Santa Ynez Daily
Babcock Winery – Lompoc Daily Tasting room for Honeywood, Michael Grace and Ovene Winery 3950 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0558 10-5 X X
5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455 10:30-4 X X 1539 Mission Dr, #A & B, Solvang Su-Th 9:30-5:30
Kalyra Winery – Santa Ynez Mo-Fr 11-5
805-686-9323 Fr-Sa 9:30-6:30 X X 343 North Refugio Rd; 805-693-8864 Sa-Su 10-5 X X
Casa Cassara – Buellton We-Mo
291 Valley St; 805-686-5159 11-5 X X Jorian Hill – Solvang By Roblar Winery – Santa Ynez Daily
1051 Croft Lane; 805-686-8490 Appt 3010 Roblar Ave; 805-686-2603 10-5 X X
Clos Pepe – Lompoc By
4777 East Hwy 246; 805-735-2196 Appt Lincourt Winery – Solvang Daily Sunstone – Santa Ynez Daily
Fiddlehead Cellars – at the Lompoc Wine Ghetto 1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554 10-5 X X 125 Refugio Rd; 800-313-9463 10-4 X X
1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 530-756-4550 Th-Sa 11-4 X X Lions Peak Vineyards – Solvang Fr-Mo S A N TA B A R B A R A
Foley Estates – Lompoc Daily 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 11-5 X X
Carr Vineyards – Santa Barbara Daily
6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222 10-5 X X Lucas & Lewellen – Solvang Daily 414 N. Salsipuedes St; 805-965-7985 11-5 X X
Harrison-Clarke – Lompoc By 1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 11-5:30 X X Coquelicot – at Intermezzo in Santa Barbara
805-686-0850 Appt 813 Anacapa St; 805-996-9463 Sa-Su 11-3 X X
Mandolina Wines – Solvang Daily
Hitching Post Wines – at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton 1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506 11-5:30 X X Jaffurs – Santa Barbara Fr-Su
406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X X 819 East Montectio St; 805-962-7003 11-5 X X
Michael Grace – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang
Huber Vineyards – Lompoc By 1539 Mission; 805-686-9323 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X Giessinger – Santa Barbara Mo-Fr 12-7:30
4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 Appt 212 State St; 805-695-8606 Sa 11-8 Su 11-7 X X
Ovene Winery – at Old Mission Tasting Company in Solvang
Ken Brown Wines – Buellton By 1539 Mission; 714-420-2525 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X Kalyra Winery – Santa Barbara Mo-Fr 12-7
2025 Still Meadows Rd; 805-448-3791 Appt 212 State St; 805-695-8606 Sa-Su 12-8 X X
Presidio Vineyard – Solvang Daily
Lafond Vineyard – Buellton Daily Santa Barbara Winery – Santa Barbara Daily
1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 11-6 X X
6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 10-5 X X 202 Anacapa St; 805-963-3633 10 - 5 X X
Rideau Vineyard – Solvang Daily
Melville Vineyard – Lompoc Daily Stearns Wharf Vintners – Santa Barbara 9-9 Summer
1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 11-4 X X
5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 11-4 X X End of State St; 805-966-6624 9-6 Winter X X
Mosby Winery – Buellton Daily Royal Oaks – Solvang Daily
Summerland – Summerland Tu-Th 11-5
9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 10-4 X X 1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740 10-5:30 X X 2330 Lillie Ave; 805-565-WINE Fr-Su 11-7 X X
Palmina – Lompoc Th-Sa Rusack Vineyard – Solvang Daily Oreana Winery – (formally Cellar 205) Santa Barbara
1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 11-4 X X 1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 11-5 X X 205 Anacapa St; 805-962-5857 Daily 11-5 X X
Sanford Winery – Lompoc Daily Shoestring Winery – Solvang Fr-Su Whitcraft Winery – Santa Barbara Fr-Su
5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 11-4 X X 800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 11-4 X X 36A S. Calle Cesar Chavez; 805-965-0956 12-4 X X

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