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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK

PASO ROBLES

ONGOING

Concerts at Castoro Cellars

888-DAM-FINE,Templeton

www.castorocellars.com

June 17: Martin Paris & Tim Pacheco

June 23: Baguette Quartette

July 21: Los Pingous July 29: Up in the Air

Aug 18: Peppino dAgostino

WEDNESDAYS THROUGH JULY 27

Twilight Concerts in the Park

Music at the Bandstand, wine & hors doeuvres805-238-4103, Paso Robleswww.pasoroblesdowntown.org

ONGOING FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

Artists Reception at Sylvester Winery

Each month a new local artist will be featured

4-7pm, 805-227-4000, Paso Robles

ONGOING

Winery Music Awards 2007 Tour

Enjoy hours of music, wine tours, tastings andovernight stays in wine country

9am, $350, 818-597-9463, Paso Robleswww.winerymusicawards.com

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar

Local winemaker featured each week

5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles

www.vinotecawinebar.com

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Templeton Farmers Market

Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables

9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Paso Robles Farmers Market

Country farm and craft market

8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles

ONGOING

Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars

10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton

www.castorocellars.com

June: Paso Robles Art Association-Mixed Media

July: Artist Gregory Simmons Watercolors

August: Pat Cairn- Watercolors

JUNE 1

An Afternoon with Dining with Andre

at Meridian Vineyards

Sample gourmet delights from restaurantDining with Andre paired with fine wine12-5pm, 805-226-7133, Paso Robleswww.meridianvineyards.com

## JUNE 4-7

Justin Vineyards & Winery Culinary Journey

Culinary journey of the Central Coast with

accomodations, cooking classes, sensoryevaluation, gourmet dinners, & day trips

$1875pp, 805-238-6932, Paso Robles

www.justinwine.com

JUNE 5

Annual "Taste of the South Bay

Enjoy great food & wine from local wineries

6-9pm, 805-528-4884, Los Ososwww.losososbaywoodpark.org

JUNE 9

Round One Winery Music Awards

at Maloy ONeil Vineyards

Five artists are selected in an Elimination Round

4pm, $40, Paso Robleswww.winerymusicawards.com

## JUNE 9

Rio Seco Texas Hold em VII

$25 buy-in, food fun and prizes

7pm, 805-237-8884, Paso Robles

www.rioseco.com

## JUNE 10

4TH Annual Pinot & Paella Cook Off

Sip Paso Robles Pinot & enjoy creative &

delicious interpretations of paella, $60

12 Paso Pinot Noirs along with 16 chefspresented by Windward Vineyard

2-5pm, Templeton Community Park, Templeton

www.pinotandpaella.com, 805-239-2565

## JUNE 22

Adelaidas Summer Solstice

Winemaker Dinner

5 course winemakers dinner in the caves

6:30pm, $130, 800-676-1232

www.adelaida.com, Paso Robles

## JUNE 22 - AUGUST 24

Friday Fun Nights at Rio Seco

Local music, BBQ and great wine

6-9pm, 805-237-8884, Paso Robles

www.rioseco.com

JUNE 23

Sunset Jazz at Robert Hall

Jazz by Pat Cormick Group, 6:30pm

805-238-2660, www.roberthallwinery.com

JUNE 29

Singing in the Rain

Great American film starring Gene Kelly

7:30pm, $10 includes popcorn & a drink

805-283-4103, Paso Robles

www.pasoroblesdowntown.org

JUNE 30

Annual Great Americana Festival

Small town fun with games, booths & orchestra

10am-3pm, 805-238-4103, Paso Robles

www.pasoroblesdowntown.org

JULY 4

4th of July at Meridian VineyardsFabulous fireworks, live music, great food,

ice cream, fine wine and more!

6pm, 805-226-7131, Paso Robles

www.meridianvineyards.com

JULY 6

An Afternoon with Miss Oddette

Oddettes delicious BBQ perfectly paired

with fine Meridian Wines at the vineyard

12-5pm, 805-226-7131, Paso Robles

www.meridianvineyards.com

## JULY 4

All American Pot Luck Get-Together

At Rio Seco Winery

Food, fireworks and fun! Bring a low chiar,

picnic and something to share.

6pm, 805-237-8884, Paso Robleswww.rioseco.com

## JULY 13

Friday Night Wine and Cheese Event

Highway 46 West Wineries

Taste Out award winning wines held at

Doce Robles Winery, $15, 888-8-WINERY

www.paso46westwineries.com

## JULY 13

Central Coast Wine Classic Winemaker Dinner

at Eberle Winery

Guest Chef dinner in the caves

$110pp, 805-238-9607, Paso Robles

www.eberlewinery.com

## JULY 13

Central Coast Wine Classic

Guest Chef Dinner at Justin Vineyards

French influenced dishes based on field

fresh ingredients, 6:30pm

$150/$120 Wine Society, 805-238-6932

Paso Robles, www.justinwine.com

## JULY 21

9th Annual Vineyard Tour &

Blending Seminar at EOS Estate Winery

Walk in the vineyard with the winemaker, enjoyhot luncheon and embark on a blending session

$40, 805-239-2562, www.eosvintage.com

## AUGUST 10

Justin Vineyards Annual

Wine Society Gala Guest Chef Dinner

Featuring Chef Paul Kahan of Blackbird

6:30pm, $150/$120 Wine Society, Paso Robles

805-238-6932, www.justinwine.com

## AUGUST 18

FOW at Eberle Winery

Once a year party for Eberle Winerys

Far Out Wine members, Paso Robles

805-238-9607, www.eberlewinery.com

ARROYO GRANDE

ONGOINGVisit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande

Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm

805-473-5077, Arroyo Grande

ONGOING JUNE - SEPTEMBER

Arroyo Grande Village Summer Concerts

Concerts at the Rotary Bandstand, bring

picnic baskets & enjoy a variety of music

1pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande

www.arroyograndevillage.org

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Arroyo Grande Farmers Market

Farm fresh produce, music, & arts & crafts

12-2:30pm, 805-473-2250

www.arroyograndevillage.org

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Learn How to Make Ice CreamEnjoy a 30 minute skit about ice cream whereyou help create new flavors. 7pm, Arroyo Grande805-474-4068, www.docburnsteins.com

JUNE 3

Annual Fun Run at Talley Vineyards

Walk & run benefit for college bound athletes Allevents are held on vineyard roads & trails7am, 805-489-0446, Arroyo Grandewww.talleyvineyards.com

JULY 4

Forth of July Celebration in the Village

Enjoy the Village Band Concert with hot dogs,

lemonade and ice cream, 11:30am-1pm

805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande

SAN LUIS OBISPO

ONGOING

Christopher Cohan Center

Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo

805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org

June 1: Cal Poly Jazz Bands Jazz Night

June 2: Atascadero Choral Depart

June 5: CP Symphony: National Roots

June 7: RSVP XII Ligatures

June 11: Spring Choral Concert

June 13: Forbes Pipe Organ Concert

June 29: Choral Festival Welcoming Concert

July 6: East Village Opera Company

July 7: Kathy Griffin

July 14: Mozart Festival

July 22: Mozart Festival

ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 31

Hearst Castle Garden Tour

Enjoy a special tour of the Hearst Castle

focusing on the gardens including Neptu

pool & wine cellar, San Simeon

800-444-4445, www.hearscastle.com

ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

Art Gallery Events Art After Dark

Various art galleries stay open late & ho

artist receptions with wine & cheese

5-9pm, 805-544-9251San Luis Obispo, www.sloartcouncil.org

ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH

Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves

Art, crafts, childrens activities, music &

on beautiful bluffs over looking the ocea

10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach

www.pismochamber.com

ONGOING

Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists

Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local ar

7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay

www.morrobayartassociation.org

ONGOING

San Luis Obispo Art Center Show

Constantly rotating exhibits in all media11am-5pm, 805-481-3991, San Luis Obisp

www.sloartcenter.org

## ONGOING TUESDAYS

2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste

Weekly drink specials

10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE

San Luis Obispo, www.taste.com

## ONGOING TUESDAYS

Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste

Featured weekly winery

10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE

San Luis Obispo, www.taste.com

ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER

Garden Tours at Hearst Castle

Featuring Neptune pool, cabana, and mo$30, 800-444-4445, San Simeon

www.hearstcastle.com

ONGOING

Adventures with Nature

Docent guided walks

Morro Bay State Park Museum

of Natural History, 805-772-2694

www.ccnha.org

Various hikes throughout the summer in

Chumash Bloody Nose Trail, Fast Hike to

Peak, Hazard Reef, Rookery Wonders,

exploring Oceano Lagoon and Morro Roc

ONGOING SUNDAYS

Art on the Beach at Avila Beach

Artists paint & present their work

10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier

ONGOING

Morro Bay Art Association

Classes, demostrations and workshops

12-3:30pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay

ONGOING

Central Coast Outdoor Day Hikes

Sat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Bay

www.centralcoastoutdoors.com

ONGOING

Art Center Collection

Rotating exhibits of works by popular ar

10am-5pm, 805-543-8562, San Luis Obis

www.sloartcenter.org

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ONGOING

Champagne Sunday Brunch on a Cruise Ship

11am-12:30pm, $30, 805-772-2257, Morro Bay

ONGOING MONDAYS

Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro

Featuring regional & varietal tastings

5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Orcutt

ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH

Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk

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

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Wine Tasting at The Loading Dock

Live music, wine and food

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

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Fishermen & Farmers Market in Morro Bay

Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians

3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay

ONGOING

A Murder Mystery Dinner

Enjoy parody of the Sopranos with dinner

5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant

Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com

ONGOING

Slo Folks Folk Music7pm, 805-772-2880, Morro Bay

Coalesce Bookstore, www.slofolks.org

7pm, 805-528-8963

June 1: Over the Edge

July 6: Sligo Rags

Aug 17: Peppino DAgostino

JUNE 2

Vocal Arts Ensembe Spring Concert

Music from Renaissance to the present

in the beautiful San Luis Obispo Mission

8pm, $15, 805-541-6797, Grace Church

San Luis Obispo, www.vocalarts.org

JUNE 5

AIDS Lifecycle BenefitWatch or ride as bikers cycle along Hwy 1866-245-3424, San Luis Obispo

www.aidslifecycle.org

JUNE 15-17

The Pismo Beach Classic Car Show

3 day fun filled event throughout Pismo Beach

hundreds of classic restorations & street rods

866-450-7469, www.pismobeachclassic.com

## JUNE 23

Laetitia Summer Fete for SLO LEAF

Laetitia Vineyards premier wine dinner sent on

a knoll over looking the Pacific Ocean.

Delicious food, fine wine and dancing!

Benefit for SLO law enforcement

6pm, $250, 805-474-7650, Arroyo Grande

www.laetitiawine.com

JUNE 23

Atascadero Wine Festival

Enjoy wines from local winemakersarts, crafts, music & more. 11:30am-5pm, $20

805-466-2044, Lake Park, Atascadero

JULY 12-15

Wine Country ClassicExciting events throughout the areaincluding new releases, cooking demonstra-tions, auctions, winemaker dinners and more.Various times & locations, 805-544-1285,San Luis Obispo, www.centralcostclassic.org

JULY 14-AUGUST 12

Central Coast Shakespeare Festival

Classics performed in outdoor theater805-546-4224, San Luis Obispowww.ccshakes.org

SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON

ONGOING

Santa Maria Valley Railroad

805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.com

Elegant excursions featuring five star gourmet meals

ONGOING MONDAYS

Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro

Featuring regional & varietal tastings

5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Santa Maria

LOS OLIVOS

ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks

Free movie & snacks with discussion afterwards

7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivos

www.wildlingmuseum.org

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Los Olivos Caf - Wine Teaser Wednesdays

Taste 5 selected wine with appetizers

6:30pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos

www.losolivoscafe.com

June 6: Que Sera Syrah

June 13: Rhnes on the Range

June 20: Colossal Cabernets

June 27: Sparkling Stars

July 11: Vive La France (in honor of Bastille Day)

July 18: Vivacious Viogniers

July 25: Decadent Dessert Wines

August 1: Spanish Sensations (Viva la Fiesta!)

August 8: Seductive Sauvignon Blancs

August 15: Whites Around the World

August 22: Chardonnay Classics

August 29: Local Italian Stallions

September 5: Zany Zinfandels

## ONGOING THROUGH JUNE 30

Art Exhibit at Carina Cellars

Enjoy local artist at the tasting room exhibit

11am-5pm, 805-688-2459, Los Olivos

www.carinacellars.comSOLVANG

ONGOING LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

Lucas & Lewellen Summer Fridays

Enjoy wine and cheese pairings with

live jazz band "The Buzz"

6-8pm, $10, free to wine club members

888-777-6663, Solvang, www.llwine.com

ONGOING

Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm

Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful vistas

10am3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang

ONGOING

Solvang Farmers Market

Fresh produce, flowers and foods

2:30-6pm, 805-962-5354, Solvang

www.sbfarmersmarket.org

ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 12

A Body of Work

Art work from the Seyburn Zothian Studio

4pm, 805-686-1211, Elverhoj Museum

Solvang, www.elverhoj.org

JUNE 3

A Body of Work Reception

Reception for artists from the

Syeburn Zothian Studio

Sponsored by Buttonwood Farm Winery

4pm, 805-686-1211, Elverhoj Museum

Solvang, www.elverhoj.org

SANTA YNEZ

ONGOING WEEKENDS

Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise

Guided 2 hour cruise with wildlife and geology

$15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lake

www.cachuma.com

ONGOING MONDAYS

Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts

Santa Barbara Darts Association

Enjoy BBQ and Darts, 7pm, 805-686-4785Santa Ynez, www.mavericksaloon.org

ONGOING

Chumash Casino Concerts

800-585-3737, Santa Ynez

www.chumashcasino.com

June 1: ShoBox Boxing

June 7: Chayanne

June 21: Paulina Rubio

July 5: Creedence Clearwater Revisted

July 12: Lynyrd Skynyrd

ONGOING

Cachuma Lake Nature Walk

Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail

10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez

www.cachuma.com

JUNE 23Great Aussie BBQ at Kalyra

Exotic BBQ, live music, great wines

15pm, $45, 805-693-8864, Santa Ynez

www.kalyrawinery.com

JUNE 30

Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country

Association Presents Stripes & Syrah

Includes tastings at 15 member wineries

11am-4pm, 800-563-3183, Santa Ynez Valley

www.santaynezwinecountry.com

JUNE 30

Red, White & Blues Concert with

Longoria Winery & Buttonwood Vineyard

Annual concert at the Buttonwood Pond

805-688-3032, Santa Ynez Valley

JULY 1-31Buttonwood Celebrates Peaches

A month long celebration including pies,

ice-cream, preserves and much more

11am-5pm, 805-688-3032, Santa Ynez Valley

SANTA BARBARA

ONGOING

Touristorica Historic Downtown Walking Tour

Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbaras past

10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara

ONGOING

Ty Warner Sea Center

Explore creatures of the sea

805-962-2526, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara

www.sbnature.org/seacenter

JUNE 1-24"This is How It Goes"

Comedy/Drama by Neil LaBute8pm, $25, 805-962-8606, Santa BarbaraAlhecama Theatre, www.ensembletheatre.com

JUNE 2

3rd Annual Santa Barbara Bicycle Festival

Great music, food & fun8:30am-6pm, 805-569-5611, Elings Parkwww.santabarbarabikefest.com

JUNE 9

Santa Barbara Jr Tennis Tournament

Huge event for 8 to 18 year olds805-965-9510, Pershing Parkwww.santabarbaraca.gov

JUNE 9

Caribbean Festival

Celebration of all things Carribbean805-687-4701, Oak Park, Santa Barbarawww.caribbean.santabarbara.com

JUNE 9-10

Big Dog Parade & Canine Festival

Largest dog parade in the country!9:30am, 805-963-8727, Old Chase Palm PaSanta Barbara, www.bigdogs.com

www.familypet.comJUNE 16

Ojai Lavender Festival

10am-6pm,Libbey Park

805-798-1231, www.lavenderfestival.net

JUNE 16

CBVA Volley Ball Tournament

California beach volleyball in the sun805-564-5422, Santa Barbara East Beachwww.santabarbaraca.gov

JUNE 23

Summer Solstice 2007 Festival

Fun festival with live music, crafts & more12-9pm, 805-965-3396, Alameda ParkSanta Barbara, www.solsticeparade.com

JUNE 24

A Taste for JusticeWine tasting event featuring many localwineries benefitting Legal Aid with delicioufood & wine and live music, 1-4pm805-963-6754, The Loading Dock, Santa Ba

JUNE 26

2005 Release Party at

Edna Valley Vineyards

Enjoy new releases & light appetizers& meet the winemaker, 6-8pm, San Luis Ob805-544-5855, www.ednavalleyvineyard.c

JUNE 2829

Kern River Rafting and Wine Dinner

800-323-4234, Kern River

JULY 4

Santa Barbara Foresters

Local 4th of July baseball game

11am, Pershing Park, Santa Barbara805-684-0657

JULY 4

4th of July at the Santa Barbara Court Ho

Fireworks sponsored by the City of Santa Bar8pm, 805-564-5418www.sbparksandrecreation.com

JULY 7

Yard Sale at Nature Center

Benefit for the Cachuma Lake Nature Cent

$6, 805-693-0691, Lake Cachuma

JULY 14

4th Annual Beer Festival & Classic Car S

Great brews & many collector cars11am, $20, Santa Barbara805-569-5611 , www.elingspark.org

JULY 14-15Santa Barbara French Festival

A fabulous French celebration of cuisine& culture including a fun poodle parade11am, Santa Barbara805-564-PARIS, www.frenchfestival.com

JULY 12-15

US Jr. Olympics Sailing Festival

SB Yacht Club host Junior Olympics sailing e805-965-8112, West Beach, Santa Barbara

JULY 20-21

California Wine Festival Santa Barbara

Over 70 wineries will pour 200 different w

Various events and tastings around the are

800-850-4370, Santa Barbara

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t seems like only yesterday, muses

Clay Thompson, that Fredericka andI left our academic careers behind in

Michigan and moved to California, with the

dream of starting a winery. Clay is the Clai-

borne and Fredericka the Churchill of

Claiborne & Churchill, a small, highly-

respected winery located in the Edna Valley,

just outside San Luis Obispo, California.

Claiborne & Churchills first harvest, a

mere 565 cases, took place in 1983. This

coming falls crush (over 10,000 cases) will be

their twenty-fifth, and among the wines ofthat harvest will be a special blend to cele-

brate the winerys silver anniversary in 2008.

Fortunately, we didnt have any idea how

hard it would be to start a winery from

scratch; otherwise, we would have been

afraid to take the plunge, says the couple. In

order to re-tool himself from Professor to

Winemaker, Clay took a job as a Cellar Rat

at a local Edna Valley winery. I made six

dollars an hour that first year, he remarks,

but it was a great education, really an

apprenticeship. Clay counts as his first

mentor the late Richard Graff (founder of

Chalone), who encouraged the couple to go

for it, and offered them some space to make

their first vintages.

There was never any doubt what kindswines the couple would make. From th

extensive travels in Europe, they had dev

oped a love of the crisp, firm and dry wh

wines of the French Alsace region. In

summer of 1983 the couple back-pack

along the famous Route du Vin of Alsa

visiting the wineries and talking to the v

ners. Upon their return they purchased

barrels and eight tons of grapes (Riesling a

Gewrztraminer), and (as they say) the r

is history.That history boasts several major la

marks. Working out of a warehouse wine

in a San Luis Obispo industrial park, C

borne & Churchill produced its first red w

(the elusive and precious Pinot Noir) in 19

and in 1990 Clay and Fredericka were abl

purchase some acreage in the Edna Valley

1995 they built their winery, an eco-frien

strawbale building, the first of its kind.


CLAIBORNE & CHURCHILLTwenty-four Years and Counting

Clay and Fredericka Thompson


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Although their case production has increased, and the number of

different wines in the Claiborne & Churchill portfolio has grown, theirfocus remains the same. Over two-thirds of their production is

devoted to Pinot Noir and to the four noble grapes of Alsace: Dry

Riesling, Dry Gewrztraminer, Pinot Gris and Dry Muscat. A staff of

three full-time and five part-time employees now help the Thomp-

sons, and in April their daughter Elizabeth turned 21, permitting her

to work in the Tasting Room. It seems at last that Clay and Fredericka

get a little time to enjoy the fruits of their labor. How does that saying

go? asks Clay, Oh, yes: after twenty-five years of hard work, were an

overnight success!

Clay and Fredericka look forward to their twenty-fifth crush and to

the new Anniversary Wine they will make. In 1993 we celebrated ourtenth with a special blend we called Decennium (ten years), says

Fredericka, and in 2003 we marked our winerys twentieth anniver-

sary with a new blend we named Jubilum (Jubilee). Now theyre

pondering what they might call the twenty-fifth anniversary blend.

Any suggestions?

The Claiborne & Churchill winery and tasting room is located at

2649 Carpenter Canyon Road (Hwy 227), San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The telephone number is

(805) 544-4066, and their website is www.claibornechurchill.com.

Clay and Fredericka barrel-sampling the 1983 vintage.


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by Mark Storer

Chase Carhartt may not be aware of it,

but he is about to continue a legacy.

Living on the ranch that his grand-

father started lo these many years ago, 18-year-old Chase is the next generation to realize

the dream started by his father and mother,

Mike and Brooke, on the Carhartt ranch in

Santa Ynez. Carhartt Vineyard officially began

when the Carhartts planted grapes on the

family ranch in 1996.

Acting on the early advice of mentor wine-

makers Bill Wathen and Ken Brown, the

Carhartts began to make their wine. Eleven

years later, they are making a name for them-

selves in the crowded field of Santa BarbaraCounty wines. Chase is off to Cal Poly San

Luis Obispo in the fall to major in oenology

and one day, come back to run and grow the

Carhartt family business.

It wasnt always thus. Dad bought 2000

acres up here when I was very young. But

were now down to a paltry 50, laughs Mike

Carhartt. It was always a ranch but we raised

cattle and other things. We never had a vine-

yard until 1996. Only ten of the leftover 50

acres are under vines, five are Merlot and five

are Syrah. The first vintage was in 98 and thecouple made one barrel of each varietal.

Choosing to grow slowly and with purpose,

Carhartt Vineyard still only produces about

2000 cases of wine a year, and it is not all just

Syrah or Merlot. We buy grapes from various

vineyards Sangiovese from Faith Vineyard in

Los Olivos and Zinfandel from Paso Robles

Westside vineyards and some others. Thats all

we originally planned to do with our own.

The tide turned when Wathen and Brown

stepped in having bought some of

Carhartt fruit. They were blown away by h

good it was.

Leaving careers behind them,

Carhartts set out to grow wine full time

that point. Neither Mike nor Broopossesses the formal wine education t

their son is about to begin. That has

stopped them, however, from making gr

wine. I was always taught that if you do

try it, youll never know, Mike says. In t

spirit, the Carhartts set out to make wi

learning as they went along. I dont give

the credit. Its not us winemakers its

fruit. Were lucky to have the site we have

Even with just the ten acres under vine

full 50% of the grapes the Carhartts usetheir wines are estate grown. Every year,

fruit gets better and every year, were able

make some beautiful wines.

The Merlot vineyard is all Clone 3 frui

Carhartt while the Syrah actually has f

different clones growing including Clone

470, 174, 877 and the Estrella clone. We

a lot of blending of these clones and were a

to get some unique results with them

Carhartt says.

CARHARTTVINEYARDA Legacy in the Making


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Being a boutique winery on the Central Coast means that about

85% of sales are from the tasting room. Mike Carhartt says that part

of what his son wants to do is learn about the marketing and sales end

of the business and bring that back here. Hes the one who chose this

and chose to run with it. He saw the opportunity here and while

Im not ready to move into the twilight just yet, theres only so far I am

willing to go, he says admitting that the days are long. The slow-

growth plan that Carhartt has adopted has worked well, but as the

wines get more popular, so does the need to do more, talk to more

people and be in more places.

The 07 vintage is looking good so far, as well and Carhartt hopes

to grow the winery to the next level, around 2500 cases, he says.

Thats where well stay for a while. Its a good level for us. In the

meantime, Chase will be off this summer to Europe traveling through

Italy, France and Spain where his own wine education will grow andexpand.

From there, its on to Cal Poly for the younger Carhartt. Hell have

the energy and the expertise to grow the business, says his proud

father. Hes had a good start working with us here through all the

phases of growing and processing even in the tasting room and he

loves it.

Growing up in the farming and ranching business has helped the

Carhartts put a perspective on winemaking that many dont have.

Sharing that knowledge and that life with their son has been a joy that

even he couldnt have imagined when he stood with his father on this

ranch some 40 years ago. Now, though, Carhartts focus is squarely onwhat that ranch has become. He knows that the focus now is in the

vineyard and he knows that without a strong growing program, their

100% French Oak barrels, their attention to yeasts and racking, their

focus on blending mean nothing. We go where the fruit takes us,

he says. And if son Chases decision to join the family business in

such a formal way is any indication the fruit has taken them far

indeed.

The Carhartt Vineyard tasting room is located at 2990A Grand

Avenue in Los Olivos and is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday

through Monday.


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WINE COUNTRY NEWS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK

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Agroup of winemakers with decades of

experience between them including

owners Rick Quinn and Dave Nichols

share in the oversight of production at

Opolo.Winemaking by committee is unique,

acknowledged Scott Welcher, general

manager of winery operations and viticulture.

It works well, said Welcher, who came to

Opolo after more than 18 years at Wild Horse

Vineyards. Its pretty democratic. We can

agree pretty quickly on most decisions.

Among those also participating in that

decision-making process is Robert Nadeau

(Nadeau Family Vintners and Norman Vine-

yards), who was elected Winemaker of theYear in 2004 by his peers.

Opolo got its start in the mid-1990s, when

Quinn purchased vineyards on Paso Robles

east side. Quinn had long been an amateur

winemaker and sourced grapes from the Paso

Robles area. In 1995, he decided to buy his

own vineyard. Nichols, who is Quinns

neighbor in Camarillo (where both own other

businesses) followed suit and bought vine-

yard property adjoining Quinns. Now they

own about 270 acres, including about 70 on

the west side of Paso Robles, where the

winery and tasting room are located.

Welcher said while he was still at WildHorse he routinely purchased grapes from

Opolo.

The first vintage bottled under the Opolo

label came in 1999 and production has

steadily increased to about 40,000 cases

annually. Among several varietals produced,

Opolos Zinfandel is its star.

A pair of blends are quite popular, said

Welcher. Rhapsody is a Meritage blend the

includes Cabernet Sauvignon from Opolos

east side vineyards, and Cabernet Franc andMerlot from the west side plantings. Fusion

is produced using 50 percent Syrah, with the

balance made up of Cabernet Sauvignon and

Merlot. All the fruit comes from Opolos vine-

yards on Paso Robles east side.

Although a small amount of fruit is

sourced from a handful of other nearby vine-

yards, Opolos wines are primarily made with

estate-grown grapes. More than anything

else, said Welcher, that allows the wi

making committee to ensure across-t

board quality.

A lot of it comes back to being able

control the fruit source from vineyardbottle, said Welcher.

We want to make great wines, s

Nichols, and the more information we

get, the more we can control the viticultu

process and find out what were doing rig

Opolos stable of varietals includes a 20

Petite Verdot, a bold, complex wine t

would be right at home with a grilled T-b

at a summer barbecue. Unfortunately,

wine has proved quite popular and

bottles remain. Welcher, though, said Opplans to continue producing Petite Verdo

Opolo offers serene views of its vineyar

along with nearby walnut groves and co

live oaks. The winery is on Vineyard Dr

just under five miles north from Highway

West. The tasting room is open daily from

a.m. to 5 p.m. at 7110 Vineyard Drive. C

(805) 238-9593 for more information,

visit www.opolo.com.

Winemaker Profile:OPOLOVINEYARDS


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By Mark Storer

W

hen Tom and Marilyn Stolpman

planted vineyards near BallardCanyon in 1992, the main focus was

on farming the grapes and selling them to

local wineries. To this day, Stolpmans 140

acres continue to grow varietals that are in

high demand across the California wine

industry. But theres more to the Stolpman

story and that has culminated in the

Stolpman tasting room located in the heart of

Central Coast tourist country, Solvang, Cali-

fornia. Creating vineyard crafted wines,

Stolpman now makes wines that are focused

on the quality vineyards they have grown for

the past 15 years.

A long, clean and polished wood bar

invites tasters in and an exceedingly knowl-

edgeable staff keeps them there. Theres no

question that Stolpman wines are popular.

The grapes they farm are among the most

meticulously maintained on the Central Coast

and their reputation is spotless among the

many winemakers who purchase the fruit.

Varietals include Syrah, Sangiovese,

Nebbiolo, Sauvignon Blanc, Rousanne,

Grenache, Cinsault, and Merlot but there are

also countless blends and then theres a

Stolpman tradition called La Cuadrilla.

Translated as the team, this wine is made by

the 13-member Stolpman vineyard crew.

They are given a choice of vineyard rows and

allowed to farm it in any way they wish. The

fruit is then processed and bottled by the

winemakers and each member of the crew

gets to take home about two cases of wine

that they created. This unique wine helps

Stolpman stay focused on what really cou

making sure they always are aware

their wine is first rate.

Wine isnt the only thing availablStolpmans tasting room. On the weeken

the tasting room crew breaks out the es

grown and produced olive oil and samples

available for tasting. With gourmet fo

items, stemware and other wine assor

merchandise, Stolpmans tasting room of

everything for the Central Coast wine tas

public.

We definitely pride ourselves on

employees knowledge of our product, s

Katie McGaughy of Stolpman Vineya

But there is also a warmth and ease t

bring to the table. It is that warmth and

that ultimately provide the lasting touch

great Central Coast Estate Wines.

The Stolpman Vineyards tasting room

located at 1659 Copenhagen Drive, Suite C

downtown Solvang. They are open daily fr

11 a.m. with hours varying by seas

Tasting cost is $8 per glass, sharing is allow

and tasters can keep the glass.

Preferred Tasting Room:

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Salisbury Vineyards recently announced

the start of Schoolhouse Rock 2007 at the

tasting room in the Old Schoolhouse in Avila

Valley. The place will be rocking with HouseRed Band on the patio from 1 to 4 p.m.

Barbecue fare will be available for purchase

and a trolley tour of Avila Vineyards takes

place at 4 p.m. Join them for a Sunday after-

noon of wine tasting, music, art and wine

education!

Schoolhouse Rock is every other Sunday

through October. The Salisbury Vineyards

tasting room is in the Old Schoolhouse

located at 6985 Ontario Road between the

two Avila exits. Call (805) 595-9463 for moreinformation.

About Salisbury Vineyards

John Salisbury a farmer and wine-grape

grower whose roots go all the way up to the

Sacramento Delta area where the Salisbury

family has been farming in Walnut Grove, CA

since 1850 began growing grapes in the

Paso Robles area in 1997. In 2000, he began

renovation on the old Santa Fe schoolhouse,

an area landmark and a multiple-use facility

for many years. My father, John, is a great

visionary, says Jennifer Rucks, and could see

the schoolhouse as an ideal location far before

anyone else! His role has been the most

instrumental to this dream. In May of 2005,

the work completed, Salisbury opened up the

facility under the Salisbury Vineyards name.

Now, the old schoolhouse is open for tasting

of Salisburys wine seven days a week.

Jennifer and her husband, Kevin (al

professional skateboarder) work with J

Salisbury in maintaining all operations. Wtheir two children and a past filled with va

and diverse career interests like skatep

owners, artists, and now vintners, the

have made a home here in SLO County in

unique facility.

The tasting room also has a gallery, S

bury Fine Art, owned by her mother, Mar

Salisbury and represents more than

recognized artists nationally and even inte

tionally.

The wines of Salisbury are as varied

diverse as is the family and the tasting ro

features the familys Pinot Noir, cool-clim

Syrah, Paso Robles Zinfandel, Chardon

and even some Cabernet. There are s

truly unique wines as well, like Pinot Natu

not quite a ros of Pinot Noir, but defin

a nice warm-weather sipper.

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by Dave Wilcox

Behind a 60-year-old farmhouse thats

been converted to a tasting room, awhite lab named Bailey gnaws on a

bone thats as pale as the dogs fur. A few stepsaway lounges a plump cat.

Joe Barton, the owner and winemaker at

Grey Wolf Vineyards and Cellars, is chatting

with a friend about beer self-brewed, of

course. Spend a few minutes with Barton and

its like talking with an old college buddy

okay, an old college buddy who knows a heck

of a lot about making wine.

Pretension is generally in short supply

within the Paso Robles wine-making region.

It is non-existent at Grey Wolf, where Barton

lives in a refurbished bunkhouse and an old

blacksmith shed now serves as the winerys

barrel room.

Barton, 33, is a self-schooled vintner

thrust into the role of winemaker at Grey

Wolf when his father, Joe Barton, Sr., died in

1998. The younger Barton was 24 at the time

and studying fruit science at Cal Poly, San

Luis Obispo. His parents had opened the

winery in 1994 after a career in the construc-tion business in the San Joaquin Valley. His

mother, Shirlene, remains his partner in the

business. Indeed, the winerys name reflects

the symbolic link between wolf packs and

family.

With the help of local winemakers, his

own tenacity and a really good memory,

Barton learned the craft. Teaching himself

slowed the learning curve a little bit,

acknowledged Barton, but what it did offer

me was the ability to experiment toexpand my palate.

That early experimentation fostered an

adventurous style that has led Barton to

become respected by customers and

colleagues alike.

I was never making wines for the market-

place, he said. My stuff changes every year.

People expect it, they appreciate it, and its

fun.

Zinfandel is among the specialties bottled

at Grey Wolf. Barton spoke of the versatility of

his wine, commenting that customers can

find both vintages that are approachable and

ready to drink now, as well as age-worthy

wines. He mentioned the 2004 Zinfandel

The Jackal in the former category, while in the

latter he touted the 2004 Barton Family

Reserve Zinfandel as jammy with French

oak notes that showcase the wine.

Grey Wolf Cellars, which produces about

4,000 cases annually, has gained notice for a

number of bottlings. Among those are

Bartons 2004 Soulmate, a red Rhne blend

aged 18 months in French and American oak,

which Barton said will benefit from aging, but

has immediate drinkability. A 2003 Meritage

Lineage Blend also earned a review as a

dense, lush wine with layers of wonderful

spices...

Barton said he envisions increasing

production gradually to about 5,000 cases,but added hes in no hurry to ramp up.

Making wine is a business, sure, but its also a

lifestyle. Theres a camaraderie among fellow

winemakers, he notes, that will become more

elusive as the Paso Robles region continues

developing.

I hope it stays like this. Maybe Napa was

like this 20, 30 years ago. But, he added,

were about to take off.

Grey Wolfs initial releases were produced

from fruit purchased from vineyards in

Paso Robles area and Barton continues

source some of the best grapes in the reg

to supplement his own vines and cr

quality wines. While Barton is proud of

wines hes produced so far, hes confident

best is yet to come.

Im excited about the wines Ive

coming out in the next couple of yea

Pausing a moment, he smiled and add

The proofs in the pudding.Grey Wolf Cellars is located on Highw

46 West, 2.5 miles off of Highway 101 in P

Robles. Family owned and operated,

winery facility and tasting room lie

approximately 12 acres of land overlook

rolling hills, pastures and oak stud

meadows, formerly known as Green Val

The tasting room is open daily from 11 a

to 5:30 p.m. For more information, call (8

237-0771 or visit www.greywolfcellars.co

The Best Wines Are Yet to Come at Grey Wolf Cellar

Owner/

Winemaker,

Joe Barton


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2007 Winery Music Awards Summer Concert SerieOne of the Central Coasts most successful music events ever

among local artists will be returning this year. Held on the grounds of

select Paso Robles wineries, the Winery Music Awards competition

(www.winerymusicawards.com) showcases the best original, unsigned

music artists in California and beyond with a backdrop of grapevines,

stacks of wine barrels and the smell of fermenting wine in the air. The

artists compete for significant prizes contributed by a variety of

sponsor companies within and outside the music industry. A panel of

notable judges influential in the music, entertainment and wine indus-

tries votes its choices for best artists of the competition. Artists are

judged in the categories of originality, musicianship and, most impor-

tantly, marketability to the wine-consuming market. The competition

is open to the music genres of: jazz, rock, blues, new age, acoustic,

country, folk, soft rock, reggae and adult contemporary.

The Grand Prize winner of the previous Winery Music Awardscompetition, held in 2005, was Arroyo Grandes rock group, Threes

and Nines, who is releasing their first CD this year after winning a

recording contract with RNB Music (www.rnbtunes.com), a Los

Angeles-based record label. The groups self-titled CD, will be distrib-

uted worldwide by Fontana Distribution, a division of Universal

Music. A second CD, titled Blend, featuring a compilation of many of

the 2005 artists complete with artist bios and liner notes on the Paso

Robles Wine Region, will also be released by RNB Music this summer

and will be available for sale at all Winery Music Awards concerts and

the website.

The Winery Music Awards qualifying concerts are held on one

Saturday each month from June to September, with the Final compe-

tition and Awards show on Saturday, October 6. Confirmed hosting

wineries include Maloy-ONeill Winery (www.maloyoneill.com) and

Silver Horse Winery (www.silverhorse.com). I had the opportunity

to be a part of the 2005 Winery Music Awards by pouring my wine for

some of the judges at a private tasting. I am excited to be a host winery

for this years Winery Music Awards. Music and wine are a perfect

pairing and this event celebrates that pairing perfectly, says Shannon

ONeill of Maloy-ONeill Winery. Stephen Kroener of Silver Horse

Winery adds, Were thrilled to be a host venue for the 2007 Winery

Music Awards. We just finished building our event center and hosting

the Winery Music Awards is a fantastic opportunity to showcase ournew facility. Additional select wineries will host the other 3 concerts.

Those wineries will be announced once the arrangements are

completed.

The Winery Music Awards competition, founded and produced by

Kathy Kelly Productions, Inc., (www.kellyprods.com) was created out

of the growing popularity of quality musical performances at many

wineries throughout California. Some wineries offer fine music,

others offer award-winning wines. Were offering award-winning

music at the regions finest wineries, says Kathy Kelly, creator of the

event and 17-year veteran in television direct response marketing.

Wine and music is the ultimate marriage of the senses, adds Ka

The atmosphere is both relaxed and filled with excitement at

same time. Hearing relatively unknown artists perform wonde

music is like tasting a new wine for the first time and absolutely lov

it--both moments are experiences to be savored. When you

everything into accountthe music, the wine, the winery atm

phere, and the chance to see and hear possibly the next Platin

seller, this truly is a unique and exciting event, adds Kelly.

Information about purchasing tickets, venue locations and con

times, as well as entry information and submission details for in

ested artists, can be found on the Winery Music Awards websit

www.WineryMusicAwards.com.


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SSome people are saying Paso Robles is fast becoming the next Napa Valley. Since its about three hou

south of the Bay Area, Paso Robles is a great destination for a weekend getaway. You wont find the

crowds or the traffic but you will find fine wine, plenty of tasting rooms and lots to do.

Weve made several trips to Paso Robles on In Wine Country shoots and are amazed each time

the transformation of cattle grazing land to vineyards. I used to be a news anchor near Paso Robles

the 1980s, when Paso was considered more of a cow town than a wine town. Back then the Mid-St

Fair was Pasos biggest draw. Fortunately for us, Paso Robles has managed to hang on to its small-to

charm while emerging as a force to be reckoned with on the wine scene.

Paso is known for sizzling hot summers and cool nights. The closer you get to the coast, the mild

the temperatures, but inland, the heat and cold can be quite dramatic. If you tend to wilt in the hea

spring is a great time to visit because temperatures are quite comfortable and the scenery is stunningBy July, almost all but the hills have turned a golden brown, but right now there are plenty of rolling

green hills to enjoy.

Justin Winery is among the brightest stars in Paso

Robles. Their Isosceles meritage is one of the most

acclaimed Bordeaux blends in California. But owners

Justin and Deborah Baldwin offer the full Wine

Country experience with a restaurant, Deborahs Room,

and a small inn tucked away among the vines, appro-

priately called the Just Inn. With only three rooms,

youll feel as if youre staying in your own private Wine

Country.

Another must-stop along the Paso Robles wine trail is Eberle Winery. Gary Eberle is a pioneer on

this wine scene. He co-founded the Paso Robles appellation in 1980 and is considered the Johnny

Appleseed of Syrah because he introduced the first 100% varietal planting of Syrah grapes in Califor

Eberle was also the first winery on the Central Coast to put in underground caves, and with 17 thou

sand square feet of underground tunnels, they remain among the biggest.

Despite his contribution to Paso Wine Country, Gary is about as laid-back

they come. When I visited Eberle, he challenged me to a game of bocce, win

glass in hand, claiming they play strip-bocce at Eberle. He was kidding, bu

Garys fun-loving personality definitely sets the tone. In fact, its one of the fe

big wineries left that still pours wine without a tasting fee. Make sure to rub

nose of the bronze boar when you visit; it is good luck.

From wild boars to wild coyotes, another side of Paso Robles can be foundWild Coyote Winery.

Wild Coyote is one of the newer wineries to make its appearance on the P

Robles wine scene and its unlike any other winery weve been to before. For one thing, its styled aft

the adobe pueblos of New Mexico and for another, theres a genuine teepee on site. Its all part of th

vision of its owner and winemaker, Gianni Manucci.

Gianni is passionate about Native American culture and its connection with the earth. That passi

is reflected in his winemaking style, but also in the winery itself. Youll find Native American artifac

alongside Giannis stone sculptures in the tasting room, and if Gianni isnt pouring some of his

Zinfandel, Syrah or Merlot, he may well be out in the teepee, playing his flute.

Gianni also recently opened a five-room, New Mexico-style retreat on site thats part bed and brea

Destination: Paso Robles

In Wine Country by Mary Babbitt

Mary Babbitt is the host of

NBC11s In Wine Country which

airs on Sundays at 6:30 p.m.

For more information about Mary,

or about the products and people

featured in her column,

visit www.inwinecountry.com.

Justin Winery


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The 12th Annual Atascadero Wine Festival on Friday and Saturday,

June 22-23, promises to be a very special weekend.

Friday morning, you can tee it up at the Atascadero Chamber of

Commerce Golf Tournament at Chalk Mountain Golf Course. Your

$90 entry fee includes greens fee, cart, lunch, drinks, and goody bag,

and benefits the Chamber of Commerce.

On Friday evening, the Wine Festival starts its celebration at Atas-

caderos scenic Pavilion on the Lake. Enjoy an exclusive live auction

benefiting the Charles Paddock Zoo, as well as a unique gourmet

winemaker dinner created by several acclaimed local chefs and paired

with wonderful Central Coast wines. Cost for the Friday evening

event, which starts at 6 p.m. is $100.

The Lakeside Wine Tasting and Fine Arts Festival held Saturday

afternoon at Atascadero Lake Park from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. will

feature the wines of over 100 Central Coast wineries. The ticket price $30 in advance, $35 at the door includes a commemorative wine

glass, ten tasting tickets, and live music from noon to 4 p.m. Food will

be available for purchase from a variety of local restaurants. Held in

conjunction with the Atascadero Art Association, the Saturday e

will also feature the works of several local artists, and this years ewill also feature a number of local crafts people as well.

For more information log onto www.atascaderowinefestival.c

Tickets for the events are now available online.


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Brochure Shares Regional Culinary

Tradition Offered by Local Restaurants,

Including Recipes, Tips & Tricks

The 150-year-old tradition of Santa

Maria Style Barbecue is set to shine in

2007 as the food and wine scene on Cali-

fornias Central Coast continues to gain

momentum.

The growth of our local wine industry

is helping write a new chapter for Santa

Maria Style Barbecue, said Gina Keough,

manager of the Santa Maria Valley Visitor

& Convention Bureau. More and more

people are coming to enjoy Santa Maria

Valley wines within the entire regional

taste experience, including fine dining, fresh local produce and

Santa Maria-grown food products.

Santa Maria Style Barbecue is a regional dining experience dist

guished by locally grown methods, cuts, seasonings and native indients. The origins of Santa Maria Style Barbecue date back to the

mid 1800s, when local rancheros, or ranchers, would host Spanis

style barbecues each spring for their cowboys. Today, it is enjoyed

across the region at local restaurants, events and celebrations.

The Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitor

Convention Bureau offers a complimentary brochure describi

the traditions, methods and recipes of Santa Maria Style

Barbecue, as well as listings of local restaurants that specialize

the regions signature barbecue.

Call 1-800-331-3779 or write to [email protected] to

request a copy. A downloadable version is also available onlin

at www.santamaria.com/visit/section_visitor/barbecue.html.

Wine tourists arent the only ones taking note of Santa Maria St

Barbecue. The Hitching Post, a local restaurant, figured heavily in

hit film Sideways, and the Minetti-Righetti family, owners of the

Western Tavern, were recently featured on a segment of the Food

Networks BBQ With Bobby Flay.

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Foxen Vineyards

Zaca Mesa

Fess ParkerKoehlerCurtis

Firestone

BedfordThompson

Los Alamos

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To Los Olivos

(11 miles,

see page 22)

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Lompoc

(18 miles, see page 22)/

Solvang (34 miles, see page 22)

To San Luis Obispo(32 miles, see page 25)

To Solvang

(17 miles, see page 22)

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Judges Choice - Wine Only:

- Sojourn 2005 Pinot Noir Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir,

Sonoma Coast (93)

- TR Elliott 2004 Three Plumes Pinot Noir,

Russian River Valley (95) Judges Choice With Food:

- Bogle Vineyards 2004 Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley (94)

- Phillips Hill 2005 Oppenlander Vineyard Pinot Noir,

Mendocino (94.5)

2nd Place Wine Only:

- David Bruce 2004 Pinot Noir, Santa Cruz Mountains (92)

- Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2004 Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast (94)

2nd Place With Food:

- Ortman 2004 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir,

Santa Rita Hills (93.5)

- Woodenhead 2004 Morning Dew Ranch Pinot Noir,

Anderson Valley Coral (94)

3rd Place Wine Only:

- DArgenzio 2004 Klopp Thorn Ridge Ranch Pinot Noir,

Russian River Valley (94)

- Phillips Hill 2005 Oppenlander Vineyard Pinot Noir,

Mendocino (94.5)

3rd Place With Food:

- La Rochelle 2004 Garys Vineyard Pinot Noir,

Santa Lucia Highlands (93)

- Lucas & Lewellen 2005 Queen of Hearts Pinot Noir,

Santa Barbara County (93.5)

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July 13th Friday Night Wine and CheeseThe Highway 46 West Wineries Group is having another g

Friday night Wine and Cheese Event. The group of 13 wineries wil

tasting will taste award-winning wines. Great cheese and breads wil

available for tasting to complement the wine.

The event will be held at Doce Robles Winery on Friday, July

from 6 to 8 p.m. The admission for the event is $15 per person

$25 per couple, tickets sold at the door. The Grapeline will be tak

reservations for transportation to and from the event. For more in

mation, call 1-888-8-WINERY.

About Highway 46 West Wineries Group

In 2004, thirteen wineries on Highway 46 West formed Highway 46 West Wineries Group. This group was formed to prom

the tasting rooms of the beautiful west side and to make people aw

of the uniqueness of 46 West and the wines produced there. P

Robles Wine Country is as unique and inviting as the people who h

dedicated themselves to nurturing the vineyards and crafting

wines. Visitors to Highway 46 West find the road less traveled is o

marked by the thrill of discovery in this uncongested region. Its

area where hospitality is first among a long list of qualities wh

being friends and neighbors is as important as producing stellar wi

Highway 46 West is one thread that weaves among the vineyards

wineries connecting longtime estates with exciting new produc

Rolling hills, majestic oaks and lush vineyards await the wine loveevery turn. The tasting rooms of Highway 46 West invite you to en

our neighborhood, relax under the spell of our friendly environm

and savor life while sipping our spectacular wines.

The participating wineries consist of Brian Benson Cell

Castoro Cellars, Dark Star Cellars, Doce Robles, Eagle Castle, Frat

Perata, Grey Wolf, Hunt Cellars, JanKris Winery, Midnight Cell

Peachy Canyon, Windward Vineyard and Rotta Winery and are

included on the 46 West Passport. The passport is your map to

Westside, including descriptions and hours for each winery. Just

a travel passport you will get a unique stamp from each win

Once you get 7 stamps you will receive a beautifully designed poof all the participating wineries labels. When your passport is

with all thirteen stamps, your gift is another poster signed by al

the winemakers and entry into a quarterly drawing for prizes fro

weekend stay at one of the groups hotel sponsors to a guided tas

tour. Throughout the year the group puts on other events such as

Revolt Weekend and West Fest. West Fest is the big event of the y

All thirteen wineries come together to pour great wines while gu

listen to blues music and enjoy delicious food from local caterers.

more information, check out the 46 West Wineries website

www.paso46westwineries.com.

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##Adelaida Cellars Paso Robles Dai ly 11-5

5805 Ad ela ida R d; 805-239-8980, 1-800-676-1232 X X X

AJB Vineyards P aso Robles Weekends

3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 12-5 X X

Anglim Winery Paso Robles Th-Mo

750 Pine St; 805-227-6813 11-5:30 X X

##Arroyo Robles Paso Robles Closed Tu

739 12th St; 877 759-WINE Daily 11-7 X X

B & E Winery Paso Robl es Fr-Su By

10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815 10-5 Appt X X

Bear Cave Cellars Paso Robles By Appt. &

1227 Park St; 805-238-4329 Some Weekends X X

##Bella Luna Templeton Fr-Su

1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477 10-5 X X

Bianchi Winery Paso Robles Daily

3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 10-5 X X

Black Hand San Miguel By

1735 Nygren Rd; 805-712-WINE Appt. X X

Brian Benson Cellars Paso Robles Daily

2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 10:30-5 X X

Calcareous Winery Paso Rob les Dai ly

Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289 11-5 X X

Caparone Winery Paso Robles Daily2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827 11-5 X X X

Carmody McKnight Estate Wines Paso Robles

11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5 X X

##Casa de Caballos Vineyard Templeton

2225 Raymond Avenue; 805-434-1687 Dai ly 11-5 X X

Cass Winery Paso Robles

7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730 Daily 11-6 X X

Castoro Cellars Templeton Daily

1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725 10-5:30 X X

Cayucos Cellars Ca yuc os We-Su 11-5:30

131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036 Closed Tu X X

Changala Winery Templeton Sa 11:30-5 By

422 Main St; 805-238-0421 Su 12-4 Appt X X

Charlie Wine Cellars Templeton Daily

2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 9-5 X X

Chateau Margene Creston Sa-Su

4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 12-6 X

Christian Lazo San Miguel Sa-Su

249 10th Street, Suite A; 805-467-2672 10-5 X

Chumeia Vineyards Paso Robles Dai ly8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 10-5 X

Clautiere Vineyard Paso R obl es Dai ly

1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 12-5 X

Dark Star Cellars Paso Robles Fr-Su

2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389 10:30-5 X

Denner Vineyards & Winery Paso Robles

5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 Sa-Su 12-4 X

Doce Robles Paso Robles Daily

2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766 10-5:30 X

Donatoni Winery Paso Robl es Sa-Su 12-5

3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Or By Appt

Dover Canyon Winery Paso Robles Th-Su

4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 11-5

Dunning Vineyards Estate Winery Paso Robles

1953 Ni dere r Rd; 805-238-4763 Dail y 10-5:30 X

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Eagle Castle Winery Paso Robles Dai ly

3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 10:30-5:30 X X X

##Eberle Winery Paso Robles Daily

3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607 10-5 X X X

Edward Sellers Paso Robles Th-Mo

1220 Park St; 805-239-8915 12-7 X X

##EOS Estate Winery Paso Robles Daily

5625 Hwy 46 East; 805-239-2562 10-5 X X X

Falcon Nest Paso Robles Daily

5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 10-7:30 X X

Firestone Vineyard Paso Rob le s Daily

Hwy 46 East; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X

Five Rivers Winery Paso Robles By

8998 North River Rd; 805-467-0192 Appt

Four Vines Winery Templeton Daily

3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0055 11-5 X X

Fralich Vineyard & Winery Templeton By Appt

805-434-1526 Private tastings at Paso Robles Wine Services; 805-434-1526

Fratelli Perata Paso Robles By

1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Appt

Gelfand Vineyards Paso Robles By

5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Appt

##Grey Wolf Cellars P aso Robles Daily

2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 11-5:30 X X

##Halter Ranch Vnyd Paso R obl es Th-Mo

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

Hansen Vineyard Templeton Daily

5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 10-5:30 X X

Harmony Cellars Harmony Daily

3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805-927-1625 10-5 X X

Hice Cellars Paso Robles Th-Mo

821 Pine St Unit D; 805-237-8888 12 -5

Hug Cellars Paso Robles Th-Mo

2323 Tuley Ct Ste. 120 D; 805-828-5906 11-5

##Hunt Cellars Paso Robles Daily

2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600 10:30-5:30 X X

J Lohr Paso Robles Daily

6169 Airport Rd; 805-239-8900 10-5 X X

Jack Creek Cellars Templeton By

5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 Appt X X

JanKris Winery Templeton Daily

1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 11-5 X X X

##Justin Winery Paso Robles Daily

11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-6932 10-5 X X X

Kukkula Templeton By

9525 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-434-5475 Appt

LAventure Winery Paso Robles Th-Su 11-4

2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 or By Appt X X

##Lauras Vineyard Paso Robles Daily

5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 10-5 X X

Le Cuvier Paso Robles By Appt,

9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-238-5706 Wine Club Only

Linne Calodo Paso Robles Fr-Su

3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 11-5 X X

Locatelli Winery P aso Robles Fr-Su

8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 11-4 X X

Lone Madrone Paso Robles Daily

2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 10:30-5 X X

Madison Cellars Paso Robles By

4540 Hwy 41; 805-238-9831 Appt X X

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

5725 Union Rd; 805-238-7320 Or By Appt X X

Martin & Weyrich Paso Robles Su-Th 10-5

2610 Buena Vista Dr; 805-238-2520 Fr-Sa 10-6 X X

Mastantuono Templeton 10-5 Winter

2720 Oak View Rd; 805-238-0676 10-6 Summer X X

Mc Clean Vineyards Templeton By

4491 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-237-2441 Appt

Meridian Vineyards Paso Robl es Dai ly

7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133 10-5 X X

###Midlife Crises Paso Robles Th-Mo

1244 Pine St, Suite A; 805-237-8730 10:30-6 X X

Midnight Cellars Paso Robles Daily

2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 10-5:30 X X

###Minassian-Young Paso Robles Fr-Su

4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571 11-5 X X

NadeauFamilyVintners Paso Robles Fr-Su

3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 12-5 X X

Norman Vineyards Paso Robles Daily

7450 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0138 11-5 X X

###Opolo Vineyards Paso Robles Daily

7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 10-5 X X

Orchid Hill Vineyard Paso Robles By Appt X X X

Tasting Room: (Opens in March)1140 Pine St; 805-237-7525 Daily 11-5:30 X X

Parkfield Vineyards San Miguel By

70502 Vineyard Canyon Rd; 805-463-2316 Appt X X

###Peachy Canyon Winery Paso Robles Daily

1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 11-5 X X

###Peachy Canyon Winery Too Paso Robles

2020 Nac imiento Lake Dr; 805-237-7848 Fr-Su 11 -5 X X

Penman Springs Paso Robles Fr-Su

1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 11-5:30 X X

Pianetta Paso Robles

2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 By Appt X X

Tasting Room: 829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Mo, Th, Fr 12-6; Sa-Su 1

Pipestone Paso Robles Th-Mo

2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 11-5 X

Poalillo Vineyards Paso Robles By18888 Willow Creek Rd; 805-238-0600 Appt

Pretty-Smith San Miguel Fr-Su

13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104 10-5 X

Rabbit Ridge Paso Robles Daily

1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331 11-5 X

Rainbows End Winery San Miguel By

8535 Mission Ln; 805-467-3345 Appt X

###Rio Seco Paso Robles Th-Mo & Holidays

4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884 11-5:30 X

RiverStar Vineyards Cayucos Fr-Su

36 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3741 11-4 XRN Estate Winery Paso Robles By

7986 North River Rd; 805-467-3106 Appt

Robert Hall Paso Robles Daily

3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 10-6 X X

###Rotta Winery Paso Robles Daily

3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0510 11-5 X

San Marcos Creek Vineyard Paso Robles

7750 North Hwy; 805-467-9260 Daily 11-5 X

Scott Aaron Templeton Sa-Su

422 South Main; 888-611-9463 11-5 X

Sextant Wines Templeton By45 Main St; 866-833-9463 Appt

###Silver Horse San Miguel Fr-Mo

2995 Pleasant Rd; 805-467-WINE 11-5 X

Silver Stone Paso Robles Fr-Sa 12-7

827 13th St; 805-226-2788 Su 12-4 X

Skyhawk Lane San Miguel By

1605 Commerce Way; 213-200-4661 Appt

Stacked Stone Cellars Paso Robles Fr 12-5

1525 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7872 Sa-Su 11-5 X

Stephens Cellar Templeton By

7575 Yor k Mountain Rd; 805 -238 -2412 Appt X

Still Waters Vineyards Paso Robles Th-Mo

2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 11-5 X

Summerwood Paso Robles Daily

2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365 10-5:30 X

Sylvester Vineyards Paso Robles Daily

5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 11-5 X X

Tablas Creek Paso Robles Daily

9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231 10-5 X X

Terry Hoage Paso Robles By

870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083 Appt


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Thunderbolt Junction Paso Robles Fr-Su

2740 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805-226-9907 11-5 X X

Tobin James Cellars Paso Robles Dai ly

8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 10-6 X X

Tolo Cellars Paso Robles Fr-Mo

9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282 11-5 X X

Turley Wine Cellars Templeton Daily

2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 9-5 X X

Venteaux Templeton By

1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-610-3310 Appt X X

Victor Hugo Winery Templeton By

2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 Appt X X

Vihuela Winery Templeton Sa-Su

2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-423-8423 11-5 X X

Villicana Winery Templeton Fr-Su

2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 11-5 X X

Vina Robles San Miguel By3000 Pleasant Rd; 805-227-4812 Appt

Vista Del Rey Paso Robles Su

7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 11-5 X X

Whalebone Winery Paso Robles By

8325 Vineyard Ranch Way; 805-239-8590 Appt

Wild Coyote Winery Paso Robles Dai ly

3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 11-5 X X

Wild Horse Winery Templeton Daily1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5 X X

###Windward Vineyard Paso Rob les Daily

138 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565 11-5 X X

York Mountain Templeton Daily

7505 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-3925 11-5 X X

Zenaida Cellars Paso Robles Daily

1550 Hwy 46 West; 805-227-0382 11-5 X X X

ZinAlley Templeton Fr-Su

3730 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0959 11-5 X X

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Alapay Cellars Avila Beach Daily

415 First St; 805-595-2632 10:30-6 X X

##Baileyana Vineyard San Luis ObispoDaily5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 X X

Barnwood Winery Arroyo Grande Daily

453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE 11-5 X X

Cerro Caliente San Luis Obispo Fr-Su

831 A Via Esteban; 805-544-2842 11-5 X X

###Claiborne & Churchill San Luis Obispo Daily

2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 11-5 X X

Domaine Alfred San Lui s Ob ispo Dail y

7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463 10-5 X X

Edna Valley Vnyd San Luis Obispo Daily

2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 10-5 X X

Kelsey See Canyon San Luis Obispo Daily

1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 11-5 X X

Kynsi Winery Arroyo Grande Th-Mo

2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 11-5 X X

###Laetitia Vineyard Arroyo Grande Dai ly

453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 11-5 X X

Ortman Family San Luis Obispo Th-Mo

3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-473-9463 10-5 X X

Per Bacco Cellars San Luis Obispo Th-Mo

1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485 11-5 X X X

Piedra Creek Winery San Luis Obispo

6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 By Appt

Rancho Arroyo Grande Arroyo Grande

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

##Salisbury Vineyards Avila Valley Dai ly

6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE 11-6 X X

Saucelito Canyon San Luis Obispo Th-Mo3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 10-5 X X

Stephen Ross Wine Cellars San Luis Obispo

2330 Johnson Ave; 805-594-1318 By Appt X

##Tangent Vineyards San Luis Obispo Daily

5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 11-5 X X

Talley Vineyards San Luis Obispo Daily

3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10:30-4:30 X X

##Taste San Luis Obispo Mo-We 10-9, Th-Sa 10-61003 Osos St; 805-269-TASTE Su 11-6 X X

Tolosa Winery San Luis Obispo Daily

4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 11-5 X X

Wild Wood Winery San Luis Obispo By

5 55 El Cami no Real ; 8 05 -5 46 -1 08 8 Appt

Windemere/Cathy MacGregor Wines San Luis Obispo

3526 S. Higuera Rd; 805-542-0133 Sa-Su 12-5

Wolff Vineyards San Luis Obispo Th-Su

6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448 11-5 X X

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Addamo Estate Vineyards Orcutt Tu-Su

400 East Clark Ave; 805-937-6400 11-7 X X

Bedford Thompson Los Alamos Daily448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 11-5 X X

Byron Vineyard Santa Maria By

5 250 Tepusq uet Rd; 805 -934 -4 77 0 Appt

Cambria Winery Santa Maria Daily

5475 Chardonnay Lane; 888-339-9463 10-5 X X

Chimere Santa Maria By

217 North Russell; 805-310-1148 Appt

##Costa De Oro Santa Maria Daily

1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 11-6 X X

Cottonwood Canyon Santa Maria Dai ly

3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-9063 10-5:30 X X

Curtis Winery Los Olivos Daily

5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X

Fess Parker Los Olivos Daily

6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X

Firestone Vineyard Los Olivos Daily

5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X

Foxen Vineyard Santa Maria Daily

7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251 11-4 X

IO Vineyards Santa Maria By

52 50 Tepusq uet Rd; 8 05 -9 34 -4 77 0 Appt

##KennethVolk Vineyards Santa Maria Fr-Su

5230 Tepusquet Rd; 8 05-938-7896 10:30-4:30 X X

Koehler Los Olivos Daily

5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X

McKeon-Philips Santa Maria Daily

2115 S Blosser Rd; 805-928-3025 11-6 X

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

Rancho Sisquoc Winery Santa Maria Daily

66 00 Foxen Canyon Rd; 8 05 -9 34-4332 10 -4 X

Tantara Vineyard Santa Maria By

4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051 Appt

Zaca Mesa Los Olivos Daily

6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X

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Alexander & Wayne Los Olivos Daily

2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 11-6 X

Andrew Murray Los Olivos Daily2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 11-6 X

Arthur Earl Los Olivos Daily

2921 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771 11-6 X

Beckmen Vineyards Los Olivos Daily

2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-8664 11-5 X

Bernat at Los Olivos Caf Daily

2879 Grand Ave; 805-688-7265 11-9 X

Brophy Clark Cellars at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room

2905 Grand Ave; 805-929-4830 Daily 11-6 X

The Brander Vineyard Los Olivos Dai ly2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 11-4 X

##Carhartt Vineyard Los Olivos Th-Mo 11-5

2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 (Closed Tu-We) X

##Carina Cellars Los Olivos Daily

2900-A Grand Ave; 805-688-2459 11-5 X

Consilience Los Olivos Daily

2933 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 11-5 X

Curtis Winery Los Olivos Daily

5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X

Daniel Gehrs Winery Los Olivos Daily

2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 11-5 X


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Dierberg Estate Vineyard at Wine Country in Los Olivos

2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X

Epiphany Cellars Los Olivos Th-Mo

2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 11:30- 5:30 X X

John Kerr Wines at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room

2905 Gr and Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-5:30 X XFess Parker Los Olivos Daily

6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X X

Firestone Vineyard Los Olivos Daily

5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X

Flying Goat Cellars at Wine Country in Los Olivos


Great Oaks Ranch at Wine Country in Los Olivos


J Wilkes Wine at Wine Country in Los Olivos


Koehler Los Olivos Daily5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X X

Lane Tanner Wines at Los Olivos Tasting Room

2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6 X X

Longoria Wines Los Oli vos Fr-Su 11 -4:30

2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 Mo-Th 12-4:30,Closed Tu X X

Oak Savanna at Andrew Murray Tasting Room in Los Olivos

2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-6 X X

Qup Wine at Wine Country in Los Olivos


Silver Wines at Wine Country in Los Olivos


Star Lane at Wine Country in Los Olivos

2445 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X

Three Saints at Wine Country in Los Olivos


Vandale at The Ballard Inn in Ballard Fr-Su

2436 Baseline Ave; 805-688-7770 12-5:30 X X

Verdad Wines at Wine Country in Los Olivos


##Wild Heart Winery Los Olivos Daily

2933-C Grand Ave; 805-688-7386 11-5 X X

Zaca Mesa Los Olivos Daily

6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X X

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Alma Rosa Buellton Daily

201-C Industrial Way; 805-688-9090 11-4 X X

Ampelos Cellars Lompoc By

805-736-9957 Appt X X

Babcock Winery Lompoc Daily

5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455 10:30-4 X X

Clos Pepe Lompoc By

4777 East Hwy 246; 805-735-2196 Appt

Fiddlehead Cellars at the Lompoc Wine Ghetto

1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 800-251-1225 Th-Sa 11-4 X X

Foley Estates Lompoc Daily

6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222 10-5 X X

Harrison-Clarke Lompoc By

805-686-0850 Appt

Hitching Post Wines at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton

406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X X

Huber Vineyards Lompoc By

4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 Appt

Ken Brown Wines Buellton By

2025 Still Meadows Rd; 805-448-3791 Appt

Lafond Vineyard Buellton Daily

6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 10-5 X X

Melville Vineyard Lompoc Daily

5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 11-4 X X

Mosby Winery Buellton Daily

9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 10-4 X X

Palmina Lompoc Th-Sa

1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 11-4 X X

Sanford Winery Buellton Daily

7250 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-3300 11-4 X X

S O L V A N G

Blackjack Ranch Solvang Daily 11-52205 Alamo P intado Rd; 805 -455 -1412 Closed Wed X X

Blair Fox Cellars at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang

1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 Daily 11-8 X X

Casa Cassara at Olive House in Solvang


East Valley a Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang


Jorian Hill Solvang By

1051 Croft Lane; 805-686-8490 Appt

Lincourt Winery Solvang Daily

1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554 10-5 X X

Lions Peak Vineyards Solvang Fr-Mo

1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 11-5 X X

Lucas & Lewellen Solvang Daily

1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 11-5:30 X X

Mandolina Wines Solvang Daily

1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506 11-5:30 X X

Michael Grace at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang

1539 Mission; 805-686-9323 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X

Mission Meadow Winery Solvang Daily

1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1344 11-6 X

Ovene Winery at Old Mission Tasting Company in Solvang

1539 Mission; 714-420-2525 Daily 9:30-5:30 X

Presidio Vineyard Solvang Daily

1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 11-6 X

Rideau Vineyard Solvang Daily

1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 11-4 X

Royal Oaks Solvang Daily

1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740 10-5:30 X

Rusack Vineyard Solvang Daily

1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 11-5 X

Shoestring Winery Solvang Fr-Su

800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 11-4 X

##Stolpman Vineyard Solvang Daily

1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-688-0400 11-4 X

S A N T A Y N E Z

##Artiste Santa Ynez Daily

3569 Sagunto St; 805-686-2626 11-5 X

Au Bon Climat Wine Cellar Tasting Room in Santa Ynez

3631 Sagunto St; 805-688-8688 Daily 11-6 X

Bridlewood Estate Santa Ynez Daily

Central Coast Edition - May 30,2007

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