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ON THE COVERHalter Ranch Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WINE COUNTRY NEWSWine Country Premier Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Wine Country Premier Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-1

PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

SAN LUIS OBISPO WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-2

SANTA MARIA VALLEY WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-2

SOLVANG, LOS OLIVOS, SANTA YNEZ WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SANTA BARBARA WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

VENTURA COUNTY WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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by Mark Storer

M

ike and Chris Brown have become

true winemakers, though it wasnt

their first calling. The couple lives

and works in Ventura County and raised a

family here. It wasnt until well into their

careers that they took a trip to Oregon that

included a little wine tasting. We were

tasting the great Pinot Noirs of the Northwest

when we sort of looked at each other and

said, we can do this, Mike says. Sometimes

the most powerful decisions are the simplest

ones born of a common dream and that is

how Cantara Cellars was born.

Their first winemaking was done at home

with the Chardonnay grapes that camestraight from Mikes parents ranch in Lodi.

That was the beginning of Cantara Cellars

which now has a winery and tasting room in

Camarillo, right off of the 101.

We considered moving to Lodi, says

Mike, but their lives and young family were

here in Ventura County. We didnt need to

move to make it work, Mike says. They had

all the resources they needed right here in

their hometown, sourcing fruit from one of

the great California appellations and bringing

it to Ventura County and Cantara Cellars

facility.

Having been trained in the world of

manufacturing, the Browns are hands-on

winemakers and have finely tuned the cross

between the art and the science of wine-

making. Mike has taken courses at UC Davis

and continues to do so and together, the

couple spends nearly all of their free time at

the winery seeing their high quality fruit

through every phase from crush to bottling.

I never worry about the quality of the

fruit, says Mike about the Lodi grapes he

picks. We work with some really great vine-

yards and they pick when we want them to.

I get updates every other day during harvestand we typically pick according to sugar

content. Were really happy with the relation-

ships we have in Lodi, he says. Mike also

points out that Lodi put together the first

book on sustainable vineyard practices and

that the growers with whom they work with

are simply the best. I dont lay awake at

night worrying about the grapes, says Mike.

Even so, the Browns will take between

four and five trips to Lodi during harvest

season alone so that he can control every s

of harvest and the winemaking process. T

dedication pays off and Cantara Cellars n

produces some 1500 cases of wine a year

Weve developed an extended family

our wine club and we now have over 2

members, says Chris. And Cantaras w

club members get all kinds of perks. They

invited to blending parties, where M

walks them through tasting and blending

wines, giving everyone a chance to w

down their impressions and making tho

part of the decision making proce

Members are also invited to pick-up parti

several times each year where they come

pick up their order and, at least once dur

the summer, enjoy a fully catered meal paiwith the years releases. Membership has

benefits, indeed.

Cantaras blending parties have resulted

some truly amazing wines. Mike takes par

ular pride in finding just the right com

nents to make the flavors truly unique. O

of his latest blends, which I was fortun

enough to taste, was Cabernet, Syrah a

Barbera. All three were perfect matches a

Mike obviously spent a good deal of ti

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figuring out how each compli-

mented the other.

You follow the fundamentals

in winemaking and generally

speaking, youll do fine, says

Mike. But there are a lot of

things, a lot of components to it

as well. We get great complexity

for example, Mike continues,

from the yeasts we choose. I can

create different tastes and get

different results not just from the

fruit, but from the yeasts we use

as well.

The Browns are also focused

on aging their wines properly

and the 07s are just about ready

for release. In March of this year

(09), Cantara will bottle in the

beginning of the month and

many wines will be released at

the end of the month, including

Cantaras popular Petie Sirah,

Barbera and a Rhone blend.

Part of the success of Cantaras

win es is the qu ality fruit

according to the Browns. Some-

times, I see my challenge as

really toning down these big and

bold flavors these wines can

exhibit, says Mike. They can be

overpowering if you let them.

Science and art sometimes

collide. A married couple takes a

leap of blind faith into a dream

they had together and the result

is an ultra-premium winery. The

dream became a passion and the

passion became a reality. Cantara

Cellars is all of that and the

wines they make prove it every

day.

Mike and Chris invite you to

come tour the winery at 126

Wood Road in Camarillo Satur-

days and Sundays between 11

a.m. and 5 p.m. to taste their

award-winning wines. For more

information, call (805) 484-9600

or go to www.cantaracellars.com.

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While history runs deep through the Halter Ranch Vineyard prop-

erty with its 1885 Victorian farmhouse and link to Paso Robles

history 2009 brings a new designation for the property, new recog-

nitions for quality and a renewed commitment to producing environ-

ment- and palate-friendly wines.

Halter Ranch is one of only fourteen vineyards to receive the

Sustainability in Practice, or SIP, designation. SIP is an independent

certification recognizing sustainably farmed vineyards. In order to

qualify for vineyard certification, growers must farm in a way that

protects both the natural and human resources as outlined in a strin-

gent set of standards developed by the Central Coast Vineyard Team

in collaboration with wine growers and more than 30 state, federal,

environmental, social, agricultural and university representatives.

Sustainable agriculture integrates three main goals environ-

mental health, economic profitability and social equity. Halter

Ranch began implementing sustainable growing practices inthe vineyard more than five years ago. There are many

approaches, among them the use of cover crops to maintain

soil health and the use of beneficial insects to keep fruit damaging

pests at bay.

I once met a third-generation wine grower who said, You plant a

vineyard for the grandchildren, explained Halter Ranch Winegrower

Mitch Wyss. We believe our viticultural practices will ensure that our

vineyard remains balanced, healthy and produces high-quality wines

through multiple generations.

Beyond the vineyard, sustainability at Halter Ranch extends to the

operation and restoration of the historic ranch, and to the neighbor-

hood and impacts on the rural community it is a part of.Most importantly we farm sustainably because we believe it is the

best way to produce a high quality wine, said Wyss.

Indeed the wines of Halter Ranch Vineyard have received recogni-

tion by many of the most respected wine competitions. Three current

releases: the 2004 Ancestor Estate Reserve, 2005 GSM (a blend of

Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre) and the 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon

all received gold in the San Francisco International WCompetition. The 2004 Ancestor Estate Reserve also won

Chairmans Award with a unanimous gold medal selection

the Riverside International Wine Competition. At the Syrah

Monde held in the northern Rhne Valley, Halter Ranchs 2005 Es

Syrah was one of only two American wines to earn gold among 3

Syrahs submitted from 23 countries.

The 2005 Syrah was awarded gold at the International Green W

Competition, an award Winemaker Bill Sheffer is especially proud

Recently named San Luis Obispo Countys Winemaker of the Y

Sheffer is busy with his newest role: overseeing the design of Ha

Ranchs new state of the art, environmentally friendly winery.

We are looking forward to moving our sustainable practbeyond the vineyard, said Sheffer. The new winery, slated to ope

2011, will feature a green building, solar power and a gravity fl

design.

A gravity flow winery allows us to handle the fruit in the gent

way possible, without pumping, from the de-stemmer at the top le

into the tanks, and ultimately into the barrel, explained Sheffer.

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new facility will allow us to improve the quality of our wines even

more.

In the meantime, enthusiasts can enjoy Halter Ranch Vineyards

lineup of award-winning, sustainably produced wines at the tastingroom while taking in the views of Paso Robless west side. The tasting

room is located adjacent to the historic farmhouse near the intersec-

tion Vineyard Drive and Adelaida Road. Halter Ranch Vineyard is

open daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 8910 Adelaida Road. For more infor-

mation or to purchase Halter Ranch wines directly, visit

www.HalterRanch.com.

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World of Pinot Noir March 6-7The Ninth Annual World of Pinot Noir, taking place March

6-7 at the Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach, will include two days of

in-depth seminars, tastings, and Pinot Noir-inspired meals. In

addition, more than 180 Pinot Noir producers from around the

globe participate in this annual event that historically sells out

each year and attracts attendees world-wide. The full slate of

participating wineries and speakers is posted on the website at

www.wopn.com.

Enthusiasm for the World of Pinot Noir continues to grow

each year, said Mike Sinor, chairman of the 2009 World of

Pinot Noir. Its gratifying to see such interest among producers

internationally, to be involved and to contribute their knowl-

edge and expertise to this event.

The World of Pinot Noir kicks off Friday, March 6, with

tasting seminars held at local winery locations.In addition to seminars, The Pinot Noir Focus Tasting on

Friday, March 6, includes 100 participating wineries pouring

their finest selections at the Cliffs Resort, followed by the signa-

ture Gala I Pinot Noir Dinner and Reception. Featured Guest

Chef Andrew Sutton and his world-class team from Napa Rose

will create a food and wine experience, hosted by participating

vintners and sommeliers. The inaugural Gala II Pinot Noir

Dinner and Reception will be at Lido, Dolphin Bay Resort &

Spa. The Gala II was created to feature local chefs. Chef Evan

Treadwell and his award-winning team from Lido will create a

food and-wine experience, hosted by participating vintners and

sommeliers.On Saturday afternoon, March 7, the ever-popular Pinot

Noir by the Sea tasting takes place with more than 120 partici-

pating wineries pouring their finest selections at the Cliffs

Resort.

Concluding the World of Pinot Noir festivities, the Santa

Barbara-style Paule hosted by Au Bon Climat Winery features

a line up of chefs from around the country. Ive had endless

amounts of fun at the Paule events is New York, San Francisco

and most of all, in Burgundy, explained event host, Jim Clen-

denen. Were trying to raise the bar to an equal level at the

Santa Barbara-style Paule in conviviality, generosity and indul-gence. Anyone that appreciates the pleasures of the table will

revel in this festive closing event.

Sponsors of the Ninth Annual World of Pinot Noir include

Riedel Crystal of America, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Wine &

Spirits Magazine, Acqua Panna, S. Pellegrino, The Cheese Shop

Carmel/Santa Barbara, Central Coast Printing, SLO Wine

Storage, and Farm Credit West (Founding Sponsor).

For more information, updates and registration, visit the

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by Charles Neave

Paso Robles is an area of great charm and

beauty, two things it has been known for,for well over a century. In the last decade

or two the world is starting to take notice that

it also an area where some great and honestwines are being made. Located midway

between San Francisco and Los Angeles it is

just 25 miles from the Pacific Ocean, and thatfactor, combined with the topography and the

soil and the elevation makes for one interestingplace to grow grapes and make wines.

At Eberle Winery they have been doing just

that since Gary Eberle (Eberle means smallboar in German) founded the winery that

bears his name in 1983. Three years before that

he was a co-founder of the Paso Robles Appel-lation. In 1994 he decided that going under-

ground was a good idea, so 16,000 square feetof caves were built, to assure optimum temper-

ature and humidity, two things which they do

naturally.Today his winery produces about 25,000-

30,000 cases of wine annually, much of it from

the surrounding estate vineyards. And now,after all those years in the business of

producing wine, Eberle remains one of the topaward winners in the country.

The wines produced include a Cabernet

Sauvignon, Barbera and the Ctes-du-Rbles

think about the name for a second a blend ofMourvedre, Syrah, Grenache. Then there are

Syrah and Shiraz, Chardonnay and Viognier, a

Port and even a Muscat Canelli. And that is noteven the whole list.

Ben Mayo is now the winemaker at EberleWinery he took over the reins for the 2003

vintage, and he seems not just comfortable at

the winery, but very, very happy with theregion as well.

There is an openness that you dont have in

a lot of places. Were still a rural environmentand I dont think that will change, he said

recently. This is what Napa Valley used to belike forty or fifty years ago is what people tell

me.

As to his philosophy of making wine? Forour wines it is a consistent work in progress

where I learn more and more eachyear. I come

from an art environment and making wine it isan organic process, just like painting. You

never really know when a painting is finished.Then Ben laughs and says, I tell people it is

like juggling Jell-O.

As to his personal favorites? I think acouple of varietals stand out in our region. The

Cabernet Sauvignon being made here including our own is exceptional. The Rhone

varietals also really suit this region, and my

personal favorite is the Barbera. I see

Barbera varietal as making a female a fenine wine. By that I mean one with a deli

structure and sensitive to production mani

lation. In fact it is like Pinot Noir in that weven though we dont happen to mak

Pinot. When asked about what else he en

about this alchemy of turning grapes into

wine, his answer is simple. I get excited abseeing what comes in at harvest; I get exci

when I see what comes in off the fields e

year.If you want to try these wines for yours

head to the town of Paso Robles and EbeWinery. The grounds are charming, look

out over the vineyards, gourmet picnic lunc

and private tours and tastings can be arranas can a look at the caves (tours daily). A

along with it all comes the hospitality

which Paso Robles is justly known.The Eberle Winery tasting room is loca

3810 East Highway 46 in Paso RoblesIt is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.

(During the summer, the hours are exten

from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) For more informaton visiting the winery, or the special eve

they offer, give them a call at (805) 238-96Or if you would like, go on their websit

www.eberlewinery.com.

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HOPPES GARDEN BISTRO & WINE SHOPThe most highly acclaimed restaurant and Wine Shop on the Central Coast.

Recognized for Chef Wilhelm Hoppes seasonally inspired menu, hand-

selected wine list with a beautiful garden and historical setting. Offering a

wide range of menu items - from wild game to prime meats and vege-

tarian/vegan items.

78 N. Ocean Avenue Wednesday-Sunday11am-10pm

www.hoppesbistro.com 805.995.1006

MAMA'S MEATBALLFine Italian Restaurant and Catering

Mama's Meatball has specialized in creating

seasonal menus by using only the finest and

freshest ingredients.

570HigueraSt. Suite130-135

www.mamasmeatball.com

805-544-0861

NOVO RESTAURANTNOVOs international flavors are the leading ingredients in a

exotic dining experience. Brazilian, Mediterranean and Asia

flavors awaken the senses. In house roasted spices for currie

mixtures andmarinadesbalanced withcrisp,seasonalveget

bles and savory meats. Explore.

726HigueraStreet Open Daily from11am

805-543-3986 www.novorestaurant.com

ROBIN'S RESTAURANTLocated in the historic east village of Cambria, in a charming vintage

home, Robins has been delighting locals & visitors with a fresh eclectic

quality menu of international foods and gracious service for 24 years.

We also have a beautiful garden for small weddings & special events.

Opendailyfrom11am. SundayBrunchspecials &

monthly PrixFixe dinners. MothersDay Brunch.

4095 Burton Dr. www.robinsrestaurant.com (805) 927-5007

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One pretty reliable way to find out just how good the food

at a local restaurant is, is to ask somebody in the restaurant

business. Ask a bartender, a waiter, anyone in fact, what theyhink of Mamas meatballs in San Luis Obispo and their lips

begin to quiver, their eyes roll towards the heavens, they sigh;

hat is how good Mamas Meatball is.

Set in a small courtyard off of one of the towns main streets,

n a place called the Old Creamery, Mamas Meatball is actually

divided in two. On the right is the take-out where people line

up to get their orders of meatballs and more. To the left,

ronted by a huge-trunked tree and a water fountain, is the

ntimate restaurant with its mural of the Mediterranean across

he back.

Meatballs aside, the restaurant,under owner and chef Nicola Alle-

gretta, offers a wide range of

authentic Italian dishes, many of

hem now available in smaller sizes

as well, a bow to the economy and

his customers wishes. Among them

are half a dozen soups, a long list of

alads (including grilled salmon and

a refreshing pear and

gorgonzola), some

wonderful antipastochoices, both hot

and cold paninis

(including, of course,

one made with meat-

balls), more pasta

dishes than there is

space here to share (though the Ravioli di Pollo all Vodka

homemade ravioli filled with chicken and served in a vodka

sauce cannot go unmentioned).

There is also a heady selection of meat and fish dishes as

well as any number of traditional and specialty pizzas (nowavailable in two sizes) and some far too-tempting desserts.

Mamas Meatball is open from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. every

day except Sunday. They are located in the Old Creamery pl

at 570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo. They are also known

for their very popular catering services, which work with

groups (including weddings) of every type and size. Their te

phone number is (805) 544-0861 and they are on the Intern

at www.MamasMeatball.com. Watch for their new location

opening the first week in April at 325 Pier Avenue, in Ocean

(805) 473-2383.

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Reservations are now available to join the30+ members of the Rhone Rangers Paso

Robles Chapter for a day in Paso Robles Wine

Country, Sunday, February 15 at Robert Hall

Winery. Join some of Americas leading

producers of Rhone varietals as they explore

what makes Paso Robles so ideal for this

extended grape family.

This is an opportunity for enthusiasts to

interact directly with the winemakers to learn

more about Rhone wines, said Jason Haas of

Tablas Creek Winery. We will be discussing

the various Rhone varietals being produced

in Paso Robles, what makes this area ideally

suited to these wines, and where we, as wine-

makers, are going next.

The fun and information-rich day willinclude a Rhone Essentials Seminar, Vint-

ners Lunch and Walk-around Tasting of

more than 150 Rhone wines produced in

Paso Robles.

The Rhone Essentials Seminar offers the

opportunity to taste examples of the most

important single-varietal Rhone wines,

including Viognier, Roussanne, Syrah,

Grenache and Mourvedre, as well as an

exploration of Rhone blends. At each stage,

participants will hear from the winemakers

and principals who have chosen the Rhone

Ranger route and helped give Paso Robles its

new identity as the Rhone Zone. The

seminar panel will be moderated, recorded

and podcasted by Host Brian Clark of Grape

Radio (www.graperadio.com).

Directly following, seminar participants

can join the Rhone Rangers principals and

winemakers at an informal Vintners Lunch

prepared by Executive Chef Jeffrey Scott.

Producers will freely pass their Rhone wines

around the tables, offering an extendedopportunity to interact and explore the range

of Rhones produced in Paso Robles.

At the Walk-around Tasting, guests can

taste Rhone wines from more than 30 Paso

Robles Rhone Ranger wineries, including

top single Rhone varietals and the best in

Rhone blends. For a complete list of parti-

cipating wineries, visit the website at

www.rhonerangers.org/about/pasorobles.php.

The days events will take place at Robert

Hall Winery, just east of Paso Robles onHighway 46. Participation in the seminar and

lunch will be limited to the first 100 RSV

The Walk-around Tasting can accommod

up to 250 attendees. You can reserve space

ask questions by email (pasoroble

rhonerangers.org) or by calling Robert H

Winery at (805) 239-1616 x24.

Tickets for the seminar and lunch are j

$75, and participants receive free entry i

the Walk-around Tasting. Enthusiasts w

wish to attend just the Walk-around Tast

can do so for $25. Organizers expect b

events to sell out, so early reservations strongly encouraged.

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Santa Ynez Inn: Santa Barbara CountysPremier Wine Country Destinationby Mark Storer

When the Santa Ynez Inn opened its doors

in October of 2001, it was with the purpose

of providing a luxurious Victorian Inn experi-

ence right in the heart of Santa Barbara

Countys Wine Country. That mission has

been accomplished and with the recent addi-

tion of six new rooms, the Inn is making its

mark in the quiet rolling hills of Santa Ynez.

Our rooms are between 500 and 750

square feet each, says General Manager Rick

Segovia. All of them have antique furnish-

ings and theyre all unique. That might be a

bit of an understatement. Consider the heated

tile floors for the steam showers, the fire-

places and balcony or patio in each room or

the Whirlpool tubs with separate showers.

The Santa Ynez Inn is all about luxuriating in

the quiet of the Santa Ynez Valley.

Located right off of Highway 246, near

Solvang and Los Olivos, the Inns gardens and

the Victorian-era building itself are an inviting

oasis here where customer service is key. We

feature getaway golf packages and romance

packages, says Segovia, but we also offer

mid-week package specials.

With plenty of space for banquets and

weddings, the Inn has become a destination

spot as well. Segovia and his staff provide a

full on-site catering kitchen and the Inns chef

will create the menu and do the cooking. The

lawn and gardens provide a spacious, beau-

tiful and secluded setting for special events

and the staff can even assist with decorations,

flowers and other needs.

The Inn also provides connections, reser-

vations and suggestions for the many activi-

ties available in the area. From glider ri

above the vineyards to horseback riding ri

through them and from bird-watching

world-class golf, the staff of the Inn will se

it that youre given the chance to do m

than taste wine, though they can arrange th

too.

A complete spa featuring massage

fitness center and even aromatherapy sessi

completes what is the ultimate Wine Coun

getaway in Santa Barbara County.


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by Mark Storer

With success like Wild Horse Winery

has had, one might be surprised to

learn that the only estate wines they

produce are from little known varietals like

Blaufrankisch and Verdelho. These grapes are

not the powerhouse Syrah or Pinot Noir so

well known on the Central Coast. But, thats

not entirely surprising since Wild Horse has

always been a winery that likes its maverick

status.

Having just finished celebrating 25 years

of winemaking, Wild Horse enters its 26th

year with a few new names, the same serious

Central Coast quality and increased produc-

tion.

Were at 220,000 cases a year currently,

says tasting room manager Leslie Churchill,

who came to Wild Horse six months ago from

the Napa Valley. Weve just released our new

Syrah and we have four different Pinot Noirs

in the market currently.

Owned by Constellation Brands, Wild

Horse has retained its focus on local growing,

including an active Employees Garden

featuring many varieties of heirloom toma-toes, fig trees, herb garden and other such

delights. We source our grapes entirely from

the Central Coast, says Churchill who trans-

ferred to Wild Horse from the Franciscan

Winery also owned by Constellation. We

want to maintain that focus and so our wines

come from the Santa Maria Valley as well as

places like Bien Nacido vineyard and even the

Lime Kiln region in San Benito County.

Wild Horses tasting room pays homage to

its namesake keeping a southwestern theme

with a rugged look, a wooden bar and, of

course, a friendly staff of wine pourers to help

customers. Its still a pretty small room

considering the size of the winery, says

Churchill. But we can get to everyone that

way. Its cozy, she says.

Churchill isnt the only new face at Wild

Horse. Just last summer, Clay Brock, formerly

of Zaca Mesa among many others, including

Edna Valley, came to Wild Horse to become

Director of Winemaking. It was vete

Central Coast winemaker Ken Volk w

started Wild Horse in the 80s and grew nearly the size it is today. Brocks vision se

to differ little, too. A passion for great w

sourced from the finest vineyards on

Central Coast drives Wild Horses vin

releases.

In addition, winemaker Chrissy Whitm

has joined the herd at Wild Horse along w

Brock to keep the horses running, as it we

Wild Horses own words do more

create an image, actually. They tell the stor

this fabled Central Coast winery continues to be at the forefront of qu

wines made with serious attention to de

What are those words? Unbridled Passio

Wild Horse Winery is open daily from

a.m. to 5 p.m. Exit Vineyard Road of

Highway 101 in Templeton, go east and t

right on Templeton Road. For more infor

tion, call (805) 434-2541 ext. 10 or visit

website at www.wildhorsewinery.com.

Preferred Tasting Room:

WILD HORSE WINERY


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The Boutique Hotel Collections

first annual Central Coast Folk

Festival, celebrating the American

heritage of music and food, will

strum into the San Luis Obispo

area January 15-18. The festival

will take place at the collections

five San Luis Obispo County prop-

erties.

Participating Boutique Hotel

Collection properties include the

Sea Venture Resort and The Cliffs

Resort in Pismo Beach, SycamoreMineral Springs Resort and the

Apple Farm in San Luis Obispo,

and the Inn at Morro Bay in Morro

Bay.

Dishing up live acoustic guitar

music including traditional folk,

bluesy-sounds, bluegrass and even

gospel, the festival will feature

well-known musicians from

throughout the region performing

in intimate settings. A variety of

events will take the stage

throughout the five days,

including concerts, folk story-

telling, a western country swing

and line dancing event and even a

sing-along.

Each of the Boutique Hotel

Collection properties will also

showcase live folk music at their

respective restaurants during the

dinner hour, along with a prix-fixe

menu representing each chefsinterpretation of California

Heritage Cuisine.

For more information about the

festival, contact Casey Moss at The

Cliffs Resort; (805) 773-5000,

or email [email protected].

Information is also available

at www.CCFolk.com. Sponsors

include New Times and KVEC Talk

Radio 920 AM.

Central CoastFolk Festival


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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK


PASO ROBLES

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar

Local winemaker featured each week.5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robleswww.vinotecawinebar.com

HH ONGOING THROUGH JANUARY

Art Exhibit at Castoro CellarsFeaturing Jennifer Hubbard

10am-5:30pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templetonwww.castorocellars.com

ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

Gourmet Pairings at Meridian Vineyards

Try gourmet food paired with fine wine12-5pm, $5, 805-226-7133, Paso Robleswww.meridianvineyards.com

ONGOING THROUGH JANUARY 30

Art Exhibit at Ortman Family Vineyards

Featuring Julie Dunn

12-5pm Mon-Thurs, 12-7 Sat-Sun, 805-237-9009www.ortmanvineyards.com

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Templeton Farmers Market

Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Paso Robles Farmers Market

Country farm arts and crafts market8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles

ONGOING

Painting Exhibits at Villicana Winery

Enjoy fine art work along with fine wines.11am-5pm, 805-239-9456, Paso Robles

ONGOING

Estrella Warbird Museum

Fascinating collection of military aircrafts10am-4pm, 805-227-0440, Paso Robleswww.ewarbirds.org

ONGOING FRIDAYS

15 Degrees C Wines Beer Tastings

Featured beer every Friday night6pm, $10, 805-434-1554, Templeton15degreesCwines.com

JANUARY 9

Chumeia Vineyards Souper Wine Friday

Soup and wine pairings

12-5pm, 805-226-0102, Paso Robles

HH JANUARY 16-19

Celebrate Esprit du Vin, the Spirit of Wine

Wineries of Highway 46 East

This exciting weekend consists of special events ateach participating winery Friday-Monday, a grandevent in the Eberle wine caves with all tenwineries. 800-838-3006, 805-238-9607Paso Robles, www.eberlewinery.com

JANUARY 16-18

Meridian Esprit du Vin WeekendBarrel samples of limited releases, Paso Robles805-226-7133, www.pasorobleswinerieseast.com

HH JANUARY 17

Indoor Concert at

Castoro Cellars Alex de Grassis

7:30pm, $20, 888-DAM-FINE, Templetonwww.castorocellars.com

JANUARY 17

Cinema e Vino Paradiso at

Meridian Vineyards

Private wine tasting, Tuscan style dinner & theclassic film CHICAGO7:30pm, $65/pp, 805-226-7133www.meridianvineyards.com

HH JANUARY 17

"Fast Eddie" Erickson with The

George Young Quartet at DAnbino Cellars

A one-of-a-kind jazz banjo player and comedian

appears with one of the greatest sax players of all

time and his quartet. www.danbino.com

7:30pm, 805-227-6800, D'Anbino Cellars

JANUARY 17

Grand Opening Soiree at

Harmony Cellars Winery

5:30-7:30pm, $10pp, 805-927-1625, Paso Robles

www.HarmonyCellars.com

JANUARY 17

Technical Tasting Workshop at

Summerwood Winery

Clearly identify acidity, tannins and more

11am-2pm, $55, 805-227-1365, Paso Robles

www.summerwoodwinery.com

JANUARY 17-19

Barrel Weekend at Maloy O'Neill Vineyards

New releases & barrel tastings

10am-5pm, 805-238-7320, Paso Robles

www.maloyoneill.com

JANUARY 23

Meridian Vineyards, Girls Night Out

Private shopping, discounts & wine tasting805-226-7133, $25, Paso Robles

JANUARY 24

Wine & Art After Dark

Glass art a nd coastal photography

5:30pm, 805-927-1625, Paso Robles

www.HarmonyCellars.com

HH FEBRUARY 13-16

Far Out Wineries Passport Weekend

Complimentary wine tasting at each winery,

special barrel tasting, winery tours, new releases,

food pairings and much more.

805-238-0138, Paso Robles

www.faroutwineries.com

FEBRUARY 14

Inga Swearingen with the Darrell Voss Trio

7:30pm, 805-227-6800, D'Anbino Cellarswww.danbino.com

HH FEBRUARY 14

Eberle Winery Black Tie

Valentines in the Caves

Featuring Chef Charles Paladin-Wayne. Bring your

sweetheart for a romantic dinner in the caves!

805-238-9607, $150/$120/Cellar Club

[email protected], www.EberleWinery.com

FEBRUARY 14

Valentines Day Dinner Dance

at Falcon Nest Winery

7pm, Paso Robles,

For details, visit www.falconnestwinery.com

Limited seating. RSVP required 805-226-0227

[email protected].

HH FEBRUARY 15

Paso Robles Rhone Ranger Experience

at Robert Hall Winery

Educational Rhone wine seminar, luncheon and

walk-around tasting.

11am-3:30pm, $75, 805-239-1616, Paso Robles

www.roberthallwinery.com

CAMBRIA

JANUARY 23-25

Annual Art & Wine Festival

Three days of shopping, wine tasting, food pairing

and local artists demonstrating their work.

805-927-3624, Cambria

www.seecambria.com/artwine

CAYUCOS AND MORRO BAY

ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH

Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves

Art, crafts, childrens activities, music & more10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beachwww.pismochamber.com

ONGOING

Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists

Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Baywww.morrobayartassociation.org

ONGOING

Adventures with Nature

Various hikes at various times including; Fast Hike toCoon Creek, Whites Point Vistas, Black Hill Trail,Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon. 805-772-2694www.ccnha.org, Morro Bay State Park Museum

ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk

Art galleries open house receptions5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Fishermen & Farmers Market in Morro Bay

Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay

JANUARY 19-21

Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival

Major winter birding festival, famous throughoutthe U.S. 805-772-4467, Morro Baywww.morro-bay.ca.us

SAN LUIS OBISPO

ONGOING TUESDAYS

2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste

Weekly drink specials, 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTESan Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste

Tastings with the winemaker, 10am-9pm805-269-TASTE, San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com

ONGOING

Hearst Castle Tours

Enjoy Hearst Castle in all its glory.800-444-4445, San Luis ObispoVisits www.hearstcastle.org for details.

ONGOING

Christopher Cohan Center

Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org

Jan 9: Faculty Piano Recital Jan 15: National Acrobats of China Jan 19-20: Annie Jan 23: San Francisco Symphony Jan 24: Cal Poly Early Music Ensemble Jan 25: The Best of Doo Wop Jan 30-31: Impact, Orchesis Dance Company

ONGOING

The San Luis Obispo Art Center

Permanent collection and constantly rotatingexhibits of works by local artists in all media paintings, sculpture, photography and more.11am-5pm, 805-543-8562, San Luis Obispowww.sloartcenter.org

ONGOING WEEKENDS

Live Music at Mothers Tavern

Beautiful upscale tavern with big band music

Sundays, too! Call for schedules.

805-541-8733, San Luis Obispo

www.motherstavern.com

ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY

Dallidet Adobe & Gardens

Oldest house in the city of San Luis Obispo.

Site of first commercial winery in the area.10am-1pm, 805-543-0638, San Luis Obispo

www.slochs.org/dallidet

ONGOING

Automobilia Museum

Specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes along with

many other antiques relating to transportatio

10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis Obispo


Art Gallery Events Art After Dark

Various art galleries stay open late & host

artist receptions with wine & cheese.

5-9pm, 805-544-9251, San Luis Obispo

www.sloartcouncil.org

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Wine Tasting at The Loading DockLive music, wine and food

7-10pm, $5, 805-934-3471, San Luis O bispo

ONGOING

A Murder Mystery Dinner

Enjoy a parody of The Pirates of the Caribbea

with a delicious dinner, wine and laughter.

5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant

Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com

JANUARY 2-31

San Luis Obispo Restaurant Month

About 40 participating restaurants pair your

with award-winning local wines

Visit www.sanluisobispocounty.com for detail

JANUARY 20

Central Coast Inaugural Ball

Dancing, food, beverages & more!

5:30pm, $10, 805-541-3236, San Luis Obispo

Visit www.slograssrootsdemocracy.org for deta

JANUARY 28

Per Bacco Equestrian Center Benefit

Delicious appetizers and Per Bacco wines alon

with classical guitarist Jeff Bright

6pm, $25, 805-787-0485, San Luis Obispo

JANUARY 30-31

Festival Mozaic Winter Mezzo Series

6pm, $80, $22, 805-781-3009, San luis Obispo

United Methodist Church

FEBRUARY 7

"Night at the Mission"

Chamber Ensemble Concert

8pm, 805-756-2787, Mission San Luis Obispo

www.music.calpoly.edu/calendar

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

Email your upcoming event information [email protected]

For best results, submit information

at least 6 weeks prior to your event.


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WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK CALENDAR OF EVEN


AVILA BEACH

ONGOING SUNDAYS

Art on the Beach at Avila Beach

Artists paint & present their work10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Frist Friday at Morovino

Delicious food and wine pairings4-6pm, $12, 805-627-1443, Avila Beach

ARROYO GRANDEONGOING

Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande

Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077Arroyo Grande, www.arroyograndevillage.org

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Arroyo Grande Farmers Market

Farm fresh produce, music, arts & crafts12-2:30pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grandewww.arroyograndevillage.org

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Learn How to Make Ice Cream

30 minute skit about ice cream where you helpcreate new flavors. 7pm, Arroyo Grande805-474-4068, www.docburnsteins.com

ONGOING

Clark Center for Performing Arts805-489-9444, Arroyo Grandewww.clarkcenter.org Jan 17: Rhonda Vincent Jan 22: The Peking Acrobats

HH ONGOING FRIDAYS

Wine Down at Wood Winery

Reserve wines & gourmet cheese, 4-7pm805-489-9663, [email protected], Arroyo Grande

SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON

ONGOING

Santa Maria Valley Railroad

805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.comElegant excursions with five star gourmet meals

ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

Santa Maria Valley RailwayHistorical Museum

1-4:30pm, 805-714-4927, www.smvrhm.org/museum

HH ONGOING

Friday Night Wine Down at Costa de Oro

Great way to end your week or start yourweekend! 4:30pm, 805-922-1468, Santa Mariawww.costadeorowinery.com

ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 13

The Essential Worker - A Photography Exhibit

8am-5pm, 805-965-9040The Betteravia Gallery, Santa Maria

JANUARY 21

Western Wine Showdown Dinner

Showdown of Rhone vs. Burgundian varietalswith winemakers from Zaca Mesa Winery and

Riverbench Vineyards. 6-9pmFar Western Tavern, Guadalupe

805-937-8340, $100, $90 club members

JANUARY 24-25

Food and Wine Pairing at

Cottonwood Canyon Winery

Live music will be performed by Michelle Lewis.12-4pm, $15, 805-937-8463, Santa Mariawww.cottonwoodcanyon.com

LOS OLIVOS


Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks

Free movie & snacks with discussion7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivoswww.wildlingmuseum.org

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Evening with the Winemaker

5-6pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivoswww.losolivoscaf.com

January 7: Cottonwood Canyon Winery January 21: Whitcraft Winery

February 4: Zaca Mesa Winery

ONGOING THURSDAYS

Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Caf

Wine tasting & hors doeuvres

5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los OlivosVisit www.losolivoscafe.com for details.

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting

Enjoy delicious organic tastings10am-2pm, $3, Los Olivos, 805-693-1600

www.globalgardensgifts.com

ONGOING THURSDAYS

Fess Parkers Wine Country Sing Along

Sing along with Fess & Marcy, 8:30-10:30pm

805-688-7788, Los Olivos, www.syvva.com

SANTA YNEZ

ONGOING MONDAYS

Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts

Santa Barbara Darts AssociationBBQ 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 early20th century ranch days. 12-4pm, Santa Ynez

805-688-7889, www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org

SECOND THURSDAY

Wine Impressions at Artiste

Join fellow wine lovers for a blind tasting,

sensory evaluation & discussion by region.7-9pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com

ONGOING

Chumash Casino Concerts

800-585-3737, www.chumashcasino.com Jan 8: Jose Feliciano

Jan 15: Howie Mandel Jan 22: America

Feb 5: Charo

ONGOING

Cachuma Lake Nature Walk

Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail

10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez Parkwww.cachuma.com

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Jazz on the Deck at Vineyard House

Live music and fine food6:30pm, $2, 805-688-2886, Santa Ynez

www.thevineyardhouse.com

ONGOING

Art Exhibit at Artiste Winery

11am-5pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com

LOMPOC

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Olde Towne Market in Lompoc

Great food, wine & music, Lompoc

805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com

SOLVANG

ONGOING

Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm

Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful views

10am3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Solvang Farmers Market

Fresh produce, flowers and foods

2:30-6pm, 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, Solvangwww.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 & photography

805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org

ONGOING THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

Learn Scandinavian Folk Dancing

7-10pm, 805-688-6144, Solvang

www.solvangusa.com

JANUARY 9

Solvang Annual Christmas Tree Burn

Supervised bon fire, 6pm, Solvang

805-686-8184, www.syvva.com

SANTA BARBARA

ONGOING SUNDAYS

Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show

Featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry10am6pm, 805-897-1982, East Beach Pierwww.sbaacs.com

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Wine Tasting with the Winemakers

4-7pm, 805-691-1020, East Beach Wines

Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwine.com

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Wine & Cheese Pairings at East Beach Wines

Enjoydeliciouspairings& newselections

each week. 4-7pm, $10, 805-899-1535

Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwines.com

ONGOING

Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater

Guided tours upon request, Santa Barbara

805-996-4946, www.loberotheater.com

ONGOINGTrout Fishing & Wildlife Walks

at Cachuma Lake

Enjoy fishing (with trout brought in) & excellent

wildlife viewing from bald eagles to mule deer.

805-686-5055, Santa Barbara, www.sbparks.org

ONGOING

Historic Downtown Walking Tour

Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbaras past10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara

ONGOING

Winemaker Dinners at Wine Cask

Delicious gourmet dinners pairedwith local wines

6:30pm, 805-996-9463, www.winecask.com

Santa Barbara

ONGOING

Ty Warner Sea CenterExplore 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

ONGOING TUESDAYS THROUGH SATURDAY

Art Workshops for Children

at Art from ScrapFun workshops where kids reuse all sorts o

materials to make works of art!

10am-2pm, $6, 805-884-0459

www.artfromscrap.org

ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS

First Thursday

Art, cultural events & fine wine tasting!

5-8pm, 805-962-2098, various venues in

downtown Santa Barbara

www.santabarbaradowntown.com

ONGOING

Santa Barbara Museum of Art

805-963-4364, www.sbma.net

Ongoing through Feb 28: Picasso on Pape

ONGOING

Planetarium Shows at

Santa Barbara Museum of

Natural History

805-682-4711, www.sbnature.com

Exploring the Spring Sky

Cosmic Safari

Secrets of the Cardboard Rocket

ONGOING THURSDAYS

An Evening of Visual & Performing Arts

Downtown galleries keep their doors open

allowing the public to enjoy local art

5pm-8pm, 805-962-2098, Santa Barbara

ONGOING

University of California Santa Barbara

Various speakers, 805-893-7221. Check

www.artsandlectures.sa.ucsb.edu for detail

VENTURA COUNTY

ONGOING

Museum of Ventura County

Photographs, publications, documents and

exhibits depicting Ventura County's history

10am-5pm, 805-653-0323, Ventura

www.venturamuseum.org

ONGOING

Tidepool Talk

Show and tell about fascinating animals an

plants at the exhibit. National Park Visitor C

805-658-5730, Ventura Harbor

Check website for details www.nps.gov

ONGOING

Ventura County Maritime Museum

Art, ship models, and maritime exhibits

11am-5pm, 805-984-6260, Oxnard

ONGOING THROUGH JANUARY 27

Cheese and Jazz Nights at

The SideCar Restaurant

Featuring various local artists and bands

6pm, 805-653-7433, Ventura

ONGING THROUGH MARCH 30

Santa Barbara Fisherman's Market

Buy fresh fish, crab or lobster right off

the decks of the fishing boats!

7:30am-11:30am, 805-965-8112

Santa Barbara Breakwater


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Paso Robles Wine

Country seems to be in thenews quite a bit these days.

With mentions in national

publications like Bon

Appetit, Everyday with

Rachel Ray, Outsides Go

Magazine and the New York

Times, its no wonder that Paso Robles Wine Country is on the tip

of everyones collective conversational palate. Although its only

now being discovered by many, Paso Robless Wine Country

history dates back to the early 1900s when Zinfandel was estab-

lishing its place as Californias heritage variety.

In 1992 the Paso Robles wine region began a small celebration

in recognition of Zinfandel. These wines from Paso Robles were

quickly becoming popular as the area was perceived as a prime

growing region. Fast forward seventeen years into 2009 and the

area is set to celebrate the 17th Annual Paso Robles Zinfandel

Festival and Wine Country Auction. Over the years this event has

grown and morphed in

many ways to become thegem that it is today

providing visitors a fantas

way to discover Paso Rob

Wine Country and raising

funds to benefit the viney

worker community.

Zin Fest, as its affectionately called, will take place on March

20-22. The event weekend begins with a new component on

Friday afternoon called RESERVE. This enticing pre-party tak

place from 4 to 6 p.m. and is an exploration into the exceptiona

qualities of Zinfandel by providing event goers a taste of Reserve

and Barrel Sample Zinfandel and Zinfandel blend wines.

Saturday, March 21, the festivities continue with the Wine

Country Auction followed by the marquee Zinfandel Festival

Grand Tasting. The Wine Country Auction is an opportunity fo

festival goers to bid on unique auction lots that are not available

through regular retail channels. The areas growers, winemakers

and hospitality businesses come together to create packages that

are unique to the Wine Country Auction. Proceeds raised at the

Wine Country Auction are gifted back to the community in

support of causes benefiting health, education and community

services for the vineyard worker population. The Wine Country

Auction begins at 4:30 p.m. and concludes just in time for themain event The Grand Tasting at 7 p.m.

The Zinfandel Festival Grand Tasting brings together more th

40 Paso Robles producers in a walk-around tasting event where

attendees sample more than 100 Zinfandel and Zinfandel blend

wines. This popular element of the festival suggests having som

new surprises for 2009 along with the guarantee of great wines

bites of the areas exceptional cuisine. The three elements of the

Zinfandel Festival weekend take place at the Paso Robles event

center, but the festivities do not end there. Look for more than

wineries to hold their own individual events throughout the

weekend, including Sunday when they open their doors for ma

all day celebrations.

You can find out mor

information on Paso Rob

Wine Country and the

17th Annual Paso Robles

Zinfandel Festival and

Wine Country Auction b

visiting www.pasowine.c

or calling 1-800-549-WI

(9463).

Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival Offers New Event ComponentTickets are on Sale for the 17th Annual Festival, March 20-2




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Fine WineFriendly PeopleOpen Daily 11-5

4295 Union Road805-237-8884

www.riosecowine.com

Visit some of the newest and most excitingwineries on Califonias Central Coast!

With its spectacular sculpture gardens featuring larger-thanbronze and granite works that include a prancing horse and

prowling feline, the Sculpterra Winery Tasting Room quickly grabb

attention in the Paso Robles wine region.

We wanted to bring something new to the area by combin

outdoor art and the vineyard, said Paul Frankel, the assistant wi

maker and son of owner Dr. Warren Frankel.

Although the winery is only a year old, the Frankel family

owned the gorgeous 90-acre ranch in the Linne Valley east of P

Robles for nearly 30 years. A pistachio orchard was planted before

vineyards, and bowls of the estate-grown nuts are on the tast

rooms attractive stained concrete bar.

The warmly-decorated tasting room, featuring a number of min

ture sculptures that are each for sale, was once a welding shop its

African mahogany double doors provide access to the barrel roo

while there is plenty of wood and stone throughout the room. La

windows provide glimpses of an outdoor picnic area, which inclu

a 10-ton granite sculpture of a stalking cat.

While the sculpture gardens are worthy of a visit by themselv

Sculpterras wines are also turning heads.

Cabernet Sauvignon is its flagship varietal, said the youn

Frankel, with both the 2005 and 2006 vintages capturing g

medals. Besides the Cabernet Sauvignon, the estate vineyards inclu

plantings of Zinfandel, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Mouvedre, PeSirah and Viognier.

Winemaker Shannon ONeill has also crafted a pair of aw

winning red blends, Statuesque and Maquette, a French w

which translated means little statue.

The Sculpterra Winery and Sculpture Garden is at 5125 Lin

Road just east of Paso Robles. The tasting room is open Thursd

through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Its closed Thanksgivi

Christmas, New Years Day and Easter.

More information is available by calling 1-888-302-8881, or v

the winerys website at www.sculpterra.com.

Sculpterra Winery


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Satisfy your hunger for a deli-cious meal at an appetizing price

during Restaurant Month in SanLuis Obispo County through

January 31, 2009.Nearly 40 restaurants are

preparing special menus for San

Luis Obispo Countys second

annual Restaurant Month, whichis organized by the San Luis

Obispo County Visitors &Conference Bureau and spon-

sored by Central Coast Maga-

zine, Paso Robles Wine CountryAlliance and San Luis Obispo

Vintners. For 30 days, partici-

pating restaurants will befeaturing three-course prix fixe

menus for only $30, plus tax, perperson. Meals can be paired with

award-winning wines from Paso

Robles and San Luis ObispoWine Country for an additional

charge.New in 2009 will be a Restau-

rant Month Wine Passport avail-

able to diners at participatingrestaurants that will highlight

special offers complimentarytasting, two-for-one tasting,discounted tasting, or discounted

merchandise at area wineries.This special promotion

provides both locals and visitors a

great opportunity to sample themany excellent destination restau-

rants offering Wine Country

cuisine in San Luis ObispoCounty, said Dave Kastner,

Interim Executive Director, SanLuis Obispo County Visitors &

Conference Bureau.

San Luis Obispo Countyrestaurants participating in

Restaurant Month include: Atascadero Hoovers 101

Family Restaurant & Brewery;

Avila Beach Custom House,Gardens of Avila Restaurant at

Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort

and McPhees Grill; Cambria Black Cat Bistro, Linns, Made-

lines Restaurant & Catering andRobins Restaurant; Cayucos

Cass House Historic Inn &Restaurant and Hoppes Garden

Bistro & Wine Shop; Morro Bay Ciao Bella Trattoria, TheOrchid Restaurant at the Inn at

Morro Bay and Windows on the

Water; Paso Robles Artisan,Bistro Laurent, Cass Winery &

Caf, Enoteca Restaurant &Lounge at La Bella Sera Hotel &

Suites, Level 4 Restaurant &

Lounge, Lombardis PastaFamilia, Matthews, Paso Robles

Inn Steakhouse; Pismo Beach

Pelican Point Restaurant at theBest Western Shore Cliff Lodge,

SeaVenture Restaurant at theSeaVenture Resort and Steamers

of Pismo; San Luis Obispo

Apple Farm Restaurant at the

Apple Farm Inn, Big Sky, CafRoma, Corner View Restaurant &

Bar, Mamas Meatball, Novo

Restaurant & Lounge, PalazzoGiuseppe, The Park Restaurant,

Splash Caf, Artisan Bakery andUpper Crust Trattoria; Shell

Beach Lido Restaurant at Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa a

Marisol at The Cliffs and SpyglInn Restaurant; and Templeto

McPhees Grill.Restaurant information a

sample menus are available

www.SanLuisObispoCounty.co

Simply click on RestaurMonth January 2009 un

Restaurants in the left hanavigation bar. Reservations

recommended and some rest

tions apply.To plan a culinary escape

San Luis Obispo County,

the San Luis Obispo Cou Visitors & Conference Bur

at 1-800-634-1414 or vwww.SanLuisObispoCounty.co

SAN LUIS OBISPO WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK


San Luis Obispo County Restaurant Month Set for JanuarHIGHLIGHTED PARTICIPANTS:

Robins Restaurant, Cambria

Hoppes Garden Bistro

& Wine Shop, Cayucos

Mamas Meatball,

San Luis Obispo

Novo Restaurant & Lounge,

San Luis Obispo


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Great books are like great wine: they both need proper storage to

be enjoyed for years to come. Roemer Way Self-Storage in Santa Maria

offers safe storage options for both and more with a wide range of

available sizes, temperature-controlled units and an accommodating

staff of storage professionals.

Storage is more than just a place to put your stuff you need a

facility that is going to protect your valuables, especially from the

elements, explains Laurie Bickham, Manager at Roemer Way Self-

Storage.

Roemer Way Self-Storage offers clean, safe and accessible storage

for northern Santa Barbara and southern San Luis Obispo counties.

Conveniently located a few short minutes from the 101, Roemer Way

Self-Storage offers an ideal solution for travelers, wineries and local

wine enthusiasts.

Travelers can purchase larger quantities of wine to take advantage

of case discounts, without having to worry about how to transport it.

They can return home with a sampling of favorites to hold them

between visits then return for more when its time for a quickgetaway.

For wineries, Roemer Way offers a convenient, affordable alterna-

tive to onsite storage, including temperature-controlled units.

Whether the winery is expanding production, needs a place to stash

seasonal tasting room stock, or simply needs to get a few cases out of

the way between club shipments, Roemer Ways staff can tailor a solu-

tion for your operation.

Roemer Way Self-Storage

gives local wine enthusiasts from

Santa Ynez, to Santa Maria to San

Luis Obispo an option forprotecting their collections. New

clients receive a famous Roemer

Way Self-Storage Bag as a gift

with reservation. And, for a

limited time, new clients are

eligible for a free dinner at a local

restaurant when they refer a new

move-in customer, other than

themselves, through the month

of February 2009 (gift certificate

for participating restaurant provided at time of referred custom

move-in).

Roemer Way Self-Storage is located at 330 Roemer Way in Sa

Maria, off the Broadway exit. Deliveries and 24-hour access are av

able for an additional service fee; gate access available seven da

week. Roemer Ways storage professionals are available for consu

tions 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays

Sundays.

Find out more by calling (805) 347-9111 or by visi

www.roemerway-selfstorage.com.

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The Danish Capital of America will transform into a Euro-

pean-style Christmas village through January 9 during Solvangs

annual Winterfest Celebration. This years theme is Village of

Lights and streets will twinkle with thousands of sparkling illumi-

nations. All events are free and the public is welcome.

More than 150 boutiques and specialty shops present everything

from clogs to Danish porcelain to handmade lace, leather, iron art,

clothing, elegant antiques and collectibles, beautiful imported

objects, vibrant arts and crafts, and colorful home furnishings. Five

unique toy stores offer playful options for stocking stuffers and kids

of all ages. The incredible variety makes Solvang a perfect destina-

tion to shop for unique holiday gifts while creating a holiday season

tradition. More than a dozen wine tasting rooms provide seasonal

cheer. Carolers emerge around street corners and musicians enhance

the authentic scene.

Winterfest emerges with the Tree-Lighting Ceremony on Friday,December 5, starting at 5 p.m. Enjoy musical entertainment, refresh-

ments and caroling followed by the arrival of Old Saint Nick.

On Saturday, December 6, the annual Winterfest Parade be

at 11 a.m.

A world premiere presentation of a traditional Santa L

Pageant in verse and dance will be performed by PCPA (Pac

Conservatory of Performing Arts) college students in Solvang P

on Friday, December 12, at 6 p.m.

The Christmas Story comes to life on Saturday, December 13

the Nativity Pageant at the outdoor Solvang Festival Theater (

Second Street). Enjoy a choir, actors in traditional costumes,

live animals on stage. There are two free performances at 5 an

p.m.

New this season, the Winter Solstice Party will feature can

lighting, carolers and singing to mark the shortest day of the y

Held in Solvang Park, Friday, December 19 starting at 6 p.m., all

welcome to join this festive, free celebration.

For more detailed information and a 2008 Winterfest Progrvisit www.SolvangUSA.com or call the Solvang Conference and V

tors Bureau at 1-800-468-6765 or (805) 688-6144.

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By Mark Storer

Benjamin Silvers wines are a

bit of a revelation. In a fast-paced, enjoy-now, dont-

wait society, Silvers wines are

made for the long haul and he

likes it that way. I like age on my

wines, says Silver. I try to put

some age on them and its neat to

see them get better and better.

Getting better is what Silvers

wines have been doing since he

began making them. With a still

small 1800-case annual produc-

tion, Silver focuses on quality,hand-crafted, vineyard-select

wines. Im working with a lot of

new fruit sources now and its

working out pretty well, Silver

says. Sourcing Pinot Noir from

Kevin Merrillss Premiere Vine-

yard and Grenache Blanc and

Cabernet Sauvignon from Fess

Parkers Camp 4 among others,

Silver is convinced that his fruit

sources are better than ever. Among one of his greatest

triumphs of late, though, is

getting his wines into his home

state of Massachusetts. Born and

raised in the Bay State and origi-

nally harboring a desire to be a

veterinarian, Silver got the wine

bug early and headed west toCalifornia. I sent some of our 04

Pinot Noir and Mourvedre-Syrah

blend to my brother in Rhode

Island and he took them to a

restaurant up in Boston called

Lespalier. They tried them and

contacted their distributor who

contacted me and Ive got a pres-

ence there, now, says Silver.

That was a lot of fun. The

distributor in Massachusetts was

so impressed with Silvers winethat he pre-sold a lot of the wine

before he ordered it.

This years harvest was a bit

smaller than most, but Silver says

there are bright spots. The

Sangiovese I got from Tepesque

Vineyard in northern Santa

Barbara County is really some-

thing, says Silver. Its a very

high quality vintage.

Benjamins wines always sellout when I have them, says Don

ONeill owner of Wine Country

wine shop in Los Olivos. Hes a

fine winemaker and hes good at

what he does, he added.

Silver has known ONeill since

1994 when the two worked at

Zaca Mesa together. I try tomake some of my library wines

available to him, says Silver. He

really does move wine over there

when they get a lot of people in.

Recently moving all of his

production to Santa Barbara in a

smaller and independent facility,

Silver has put a lot of effort into

getting his wines more widely

known. Silver Wines are even

available in Japan, both British

Columbia and Alberta as well asCalifornia, and parts of the East

Coast.

Matt Kramer wrote of Silver in

2003, Ben Silver is going to be

heard about, just you watch.

That time has evidently come and

Ben Silvers wines are pure go

Taste them for yourself a

the Wine Country tasting roon the corner of Alamo Pint

and San Marcos Avenue in

Olivos, open daily from 11 a

to 5 p.m. For more informat

call (805) 686-9699 or v

www.silverwine.com.

Silver Wines are Pure GoldBenjamin

Silver


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Already considered cyclings most important and successful road

race in the United States, the 2009 Amgen Tour of California will be

expanded to cover more than 800 miles over nine days. The events

fourth running is scheduled for February 14-22. Traveling almost the

entire length of California, the race will begin in the states capital,

Sacramento, and end in San Diego County for the first time.

In preparation for the highly anticipated return of the Amgen Tour

of California professional cycling road race in February, a specially

developed classroom curriculum has been developed for fourth-

through sixth-grade students. The educational handbook will be

distributed to schools in the 16 California cities that will host the 2009

Amgen Tour of California.

Through interactive lessons, the 2009 educational handbook will

teach students about the history of cycling and includes bike safety and

maintenance tips. Provided to more than 60,000 students, the booklet

also provides information about the State of California, includingtargeted lesson plans that use cycling as a means to teach core subjects.

Classroom activities, such as weather charting and word searches,

allow educators to reach students with engaging material developed

specifically to supplement the curriculum of students in grades four

through six. The handbook also includes a lesson on world geography,

as it relates to cyclists that have participated in the race, math, science

and a cycling glossary to help students better understand the intrica-

cies of professional cycling.

Dates of the 2009 Amgen Tour of California:

Prologue: Saturday, Feb. 14 Sacramento

Stage 1: Sunday, Feb. 15 Davis to Santa Rosa

Stage 2: Monday, Feb. 16 Sausalito to Santa Cruz

Stage 3: Tuesday, Feb. 17 San Jose to Modesto

Stage 4: Wednesday, Feb. 18 Merced to Clovis

Stage 5: Thursday, Feb. 19 Visalia to Paso Robles

Stage 6: Friday, Feb. 20 Solvang (individual time trial)

Stage 7: Saturday, Feb. 21 Santa Clarita to Pasadena

Stage 8: Sunday, Feb. 22 Rancho Bernardo to Escondido

About Amgen

Amgen discovers, develops, manufactures and delivers innovative

human therapeutics. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen

was one of the first companies to realize the new sciences promise

by bringing safe and effective medicines from lab, to manufacturing

plant, to patient. Amgen therapeutics have changed the practice of

medicine, helping millions of people around the world in the fight

against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other

serious illnesses. With a broad and deep pipeline of potential new

medicines, Amgen remains committed to advancing science to

dramatically improve peoples lives. To learn more about Amgens

pioneering science and vital medicines, visit www.amgen.com. To

learn more about Amgens Breakaway from Cancer initiative, visit

breakawayfromcancer.com.

Amgen Tour of California website Launched for Paso Robles

Local organizers of the Amgen Tour of California professi

cycling race are proud to announce that they have launched a n

website specifically for those looking for information about the rcoming to Paso Robles.

We have received an overwhelming number of requests for in

mation about the Amgen Tour of California. It is clear that Paso Ro

residents are excited about the race stopping here, so we have

together this website to provide current information. We h

included information about the route, volunteer and sponsor

opportunities, and hospitality information for visitors coming in f

out of town to watch the race in Paso Robles, said Chief of Police

Solomon, Chairperson of Local Organizing Committee (LOC).

website will be the best place to find updates about the Amgen T

of California as information becomes available. And as the race g

closer, we will list the best places to watch the race come through PRobles and any local advisories. There is also the option to sign up

email updates to receive any local news pertaining to the race.

The Paso Robles Amgen Tour of California website is a great w

for us to thank our sponsors for their generous support of this ev

The Amgen Tour of California is the only existing event of this ma

tude in the United States and will be invaluable in promoting P

Robles as a tourist destination to a worldwide audience, states Ca

David with the City of Paso Robles Tourism Department and Spon

ship Director of the LOC. Our local sponsors are to be commen

for recognizing this amazing opportunity. Through their sponsors

the Amgen Tour of California has become a reality for the City of P

Robles.

To access the website, go to www.prcity.com and click on

Amgen Tour of California link. On the site you will find informa

about the race, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities, anci

events, the Lifestyle Festival that travels with the Amgen Tour of C

fornia and race day. We plan to update the route section of the web

as soon as information becomes available from the organizer of

race, states Freda Berman, Technical Director for the LOC.

complete route is expected to be announced later this year, so

should be sure to check the website frequently.


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Cantara Cellars is a local

winery producing a broad selec-

tion of award-winning red and

white wines right here in Ventura

County. Grapes were sourcedfrom the Lodi appellation in

Northern California to produce

premium wines.

Cantara Cellars began as a

small winemaking hobby in the

garage of Mike and Chris Browns

Moorpark home. With their

home located in the Cantara

section of the Serenata develop-

ment it only seemed fitting to

name the garage-sized wineryCantara Cellars.

Beginning with 250 pounds of

Chardonnay hand harvested from

Mikes parents vineyards in Lodi,

California, they fermented their

first 18 gallons of wine. Over the

next four years they carefully

selected additional wine grape

sources, increased their knowl-

edge of winemaking, refined their

wine style, expanded grape vari-eties and increased production.

This culminated with the opening

of a public tasting room in

October 2007.

Their 2300-square-feet pro-

duction, cellaring and wine

tasting facility is open each

weekend from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

and other times by appointment.Plan a visit to the tasting room to

sample their current release

wines and tour the winery to see

whats coming soon.

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HH Adelaida Cellars Paso Robles Daily 10-55805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 800-676-1232 X X X

AJB Vineyards Paso Robl es Weekends3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 12-5 X X

HH Anglim Winery Paso Robles Th-Mo 11-6740 P ine S t; 805 -227 -6813 Su 12 -6 & By Appt X X

HH Arroyo Robles Paso Robles Daily739 12th St; 877-759-WINE 11-7 X X

B & EVineyards Paso Robles Fr-Su By10,000 Creston Rd; 805 -238 -4815 10 -5 Appt X X

Barrel 27 Paso Robles Fr-Su 11-52323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-237-1245 or By Appt X X

Bassetti Vineyards Cambria By1191 N. Green Valley Rd; 805-927-1925 Appt X X

HH Bear Cave Cellars Paso Robles By Appt. &1227 Park St ; 805-238-4329 Some Weekends X X

Bella Luna Templeton Fr-Su1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477 10-5 X X

HH Bianchi Winery Paso Robles Daily3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 10-5 X X

Black Hand San Miguel By1735 Nygren Rd; 805-712-WINE Appt X X

Brian Benson Cellars Paso Robles Daily2985 Ander son Rd; 805-296-9463 10:30-5 X X

Calcareous Winery Paso Robles Th-Mo3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805 -239 -0289 11 -5 X X

Caparone Winery Paso Robles Dai ly2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827 11-5 X X X

Carmody McKnight Estate Wines Paso Robles11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5 X X

Cass Vineyards Paso Robles Daily7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730 11-6 X X

HH Castoro Cellars Templeton Daily1315 N Be thal Rd ; 805-238-0725 10-5:30 X X

HH Cayucos Cellars Cayucos We-Su 11-5:30131 N Ocean Ave ; 805-995-3036 Closed Tu X X

Changala Winery Templeton Sa 11:30-5 By422 Main St; 805-238-0421 Su 12-4 Appt X X

Chateau Margene Creston Sa-Su4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 12-6 X X

Christian Lazo San Miguel Sa-Su249 10 th S treet, Su ite A ; 805 -467 -2672 10-5 X X

Chumeia Vineyards Paso Robles Daily8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 10-5 X X

Clautiere Vineyard Paso Robles Dai ly1340 Penman Spr ings Rd; 805 -237 -3789 12 -5 X X

HH ClayhouseWines Paso Robles Opening Soon849 13th St; 805 727-4720 Daily 12-5 X X X

HH DAnbinoCellars Paso Robles Th-Mo 11-7710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 C losed Tu-We X X

DarkStar Cellars Paso Rob les Fr-Su2985 Ander son Rd; 805-237-2389 10:30-5 X X

Derby Estates Paso Robles Daily5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 10-5 X X

DennerVineyards& Winery Paso Robles5414 Vineyard Dr; 805 -239 -4287 Sa-Su 12 -4 X X

Doce Robles Paso Robles Daily2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805 -227 -4766 10 -5:30 X X

DonatiFamily Vineyard Templeton Daily 11am-5pmCorner of 46 West & Vineyard Dr; 805-238-0676 X X

DonatoniWinery Paso Robles Sa-Su 12-53225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Or By Appt X

Dover CanyonWinery Paso Robles Th-Su4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 11-5 X

DunningVineyards EstateWinery Paso Robles1953 Niderer Rd; 805 -238 -4763 Th-Mo 11 -5 X X

Eagle Castle Winery Paso Robles Daily

3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 10:30-5:30 X X XHH Eberle Winery Pa so Roble s Daily

3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607 10-6 X X X

HH Edward Sellers Paso Robles Th-Mo1220 Park St; 805-239-8915 12-7 X X

HH Eos Estate Winery Paso Robles Dai ly5625 Hwy 46 Ea st; 805-239-2562 10-5 X X X

Falcon Nest Winery Paso Robles Daily5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 10-7:30 X X

FS Cellars Paso Robles Th-Mo1337 Vendels Circ le; 805-226-8989 11-6 X X

Firestone Vineyard Paso Paso Robles By

2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 Dai ly 10-5 Appt X XFive Rivers Winery Paso Robl es By8998 North River Rd; 805-467-0192 Appt

Four Vines Winery Templeton Dai ly3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0055 11-5 X X

FralichVineyard & Winery Templeton By ApptPrivate tastings at Paso Robles Wine Services; 805-434-1526

Fratelli Perata Paso Robles By1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Appt

Gelfand Vineyards Paso Rob les By5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Appt

HH Grey Wolf Cellars Paso Robl es Dail y

2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 11-5:30 X XHH Halter Ranch Vnyd Paso Robles Th-Mo

8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 X X

HH Hansen Vineyard Temple ton Daily5575 El Pomar Dr ; 805-239-8412 10-5:30 X X

Harmony Cellars Harmony Daily3255 Harmony Vall ey Rd; 805 -927-1625 10 -5 X X

Hice Cellars Paso Robles Th-Mo821 Pine St Unit D; 805-237-8888 12-5

Hug Cellars Paso Robles Th-Mo2323 Tuley Ct Ste. 120 D; 805-226- 8022 11-5 X X X

H HuntCellars Paso Robles Daily2875 Oakdale Rd; 805 -237 -1600 10:30 -5 :30 X

HHJ Lohr Paso Robles Daily6169 Airport Rd; 805-239-8900 10-5 X

HHJ. Paul Rosilez Paso Robles Daily

4889 Dry Creek Rd; 805-226-0550 11-5:30 X Jack Creek Cellars Templeton By5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 Appt X

HHJadaWinery Paso Robles Fr-Su5620 Vineyard Dr; 805-226-4200 10-5 X X

JanKris Winery Templeton Daily1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 11-5 X X

Justin Winery Paso Robles Daily11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-6932 10-5 X X

Kukkula Templeton By9525 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-434-5475 Appt

LAventureWinery Paso Robles Th-Su 11-4

2815 L ive Oak Rd; 805 -227 -1588 o r By Appt X Le Cuvier Paso Robles By Appt,9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-238-5706 Wine Club Only

Linne Calodo Paso Robles Fr-Su3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 11-5 X

HH Locatelli Winery Paso Rob les Fr-Su8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 11-4 X

Lone Madrone Paso Robles Daily2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 10:30-5 X

Madison Cellars Paso Robles By4540 Hwy 41; 805-238-9831 Appt X

Maloy ONeill Paso Robles Fr-Sa 10-5; Su 12-5

5725 Union Rd; 805-238-7320 Or By App t X Martin & Weyrich Paso Robles Su-Th 10-52610 Buena Vista Dr; 805-238-2520 Fr-Sa 10-6 X

McClean Vineyards Templeton By4491 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-237-2441 Appt

Meridian Vineyards Paso Robles Daily7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133 10

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