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Castoro Cellars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
WINE TASTING IN DOWNTOWN PASO ROBLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Anglim Winery
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
PASO ROBLES ★ AUGUST 9
★ ★ AUGUST 16
★ ★ AUGUST 23
★
★ ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
★ Rotary Winemakers’ Invitational Cookoff Lakeside Summer Concert at Bianchi Pre-Harvest Summer Bash
Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar Taste the tempting fare grilled for your dining Featuring the music of ZZAH for Cass Wines Wine Club
Local winemaker featured each week. pleasure and enjoy the wines the chefs have 6-9pm, 805-226-9922, Paso Robles Big summer party with music by Lisa O’Kane
5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles selected to pair with their culinary creations. $5, free to Lakeside members & one guest 5pm, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles
www.vinotecawinebar.com 6-9pm, $75, 805-226-5674, Paso Robles ★ AUGUST 16
★ www.casswines.com
• August 6: Grey Wolf info@winemakerscookoff.com Cinema E Vino Paradiso at Cass Vineyards ★ AUGUST 24
★
• August 13: Crooked Road River Oaks Hot Springs & Spa Featuring The Graduate Library Tasting at Adelaida Cellars
• August 20: Clayhouse Vineyard 6:30pm, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles
★ AUGUST 9
★ Enjoy tastings with tapas-style food pairings
• August 27: Victor Hugo www.casswines.com
Reception for Buckaroo Artist 11am-1pm, $25/free to wine club, 805-239-8980
★ ONGOING SATURDAYS IN AUGUST
★ Deborah Kunic at Café Vio ★ AUGUST 16
★ Paso Robles, www.adelaidacellars.com
Paso Art, Wine & Song (PAWS) Enjoy fine art, local wine & piano music Sylvester Winery Summer Concert Series ★ AUGUST 24
★
Enjoy local art & music & follow the PAWS flags Western & wine art gallery in Café Vio Open Mic Night! Wine Show Mania at EOS
to enjoy the fruits of 15 local winemakers. 7pm, 805-237-2722, Paso Robles 5:30pm, 805-227-4000, Paso Robles
5-7pm, 805-238-4013, Downtown Paso Robles Fun game show with prizes!
www.cafevio.biz www.sylvesterwinery.com
www.pasoroblesdowntown.org 12-5pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles
AUGUST 9 AUGUST 16 info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Concert at Martin Weyrich Hawaiian BBQ at Doce Robles Winery
Gourmet Pairings at Meridian Vineyards ★ AUGUST 29
★
Featuring Larry Carlton Chef Jeffery will fix a great meal & enjoy
Try gourmet food paired with fine wine Sunset Wine Down at Robert Hall Winery
6pm, $45, 805-512-4161, Paso Robles entertainment by Paul Calvin
12-5pm, $5, 805-226-7133, Paso Robles Unwind out on the Garden Terrace as Robert
www.brownpapertickets.com 6pm, 805-227-4766, Paso Robles
www.meridianvineyards.com Hall continues their Friday night music series.
★ AUGUST 10
★ AUGUST 16 The evening includes music, a glass of wine &
ONGOING SATURDAYS Library Tasting at Adelaida Cellars Pig Roast at Tablas Creek a light dinner. 6-9pm, $25/$20 Cavern Club
Templeton Farmers’ Market Enjoy tastings with tapas-style food pairings Celebrate the approaching harvest 805-239-1616 x24, Paso Robles
Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables 6pm, $55, 805-237-1231, Paso Robles
11am-1pm, $25/free to wine club, 805-239- www.roberthallwinery.com
9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton www.tablascreek.com
8980
★ AUGUST 30
★
ONGOING SATURDAYS www.adelaidacellars.com ★ AUGUST 16-17
★ Live Comedy at EOS
Paso Robles Farmers’ Market Basil Festival
AUGUST 10 Featuring Lizette Mizelle
Country farm arts and crafts market Two days of basil beer, pesto contest,
Justin Wine Society Golf Tournament 2008 7:30pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles
8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles great wine, live music, family fun & more!
Benefit for the Wellness Community Central info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com
ONGOING Coast includes green fees, cart, goodie bag, Benefit for Paso Robles Boys Club of America
Painting Exhibits at Villicana Winery 12-8pm, 805-238-0845, Lone Madrone ★ AUGUST 30
★
wine tasting & awards BBQ, www.justinwine.com
Enjoy fine art work along with fine wines. Paso Robles, www.lonemadrone.com Rhône Blending Party at Opolo!
8am, $200, 805-238-6932, Paso Robles
11am-5pm, 805-239-9456, Paso Robles Join Opolo in the barrel room and blend. Every
★ AUGUST 10
★ AUGUST 16 & 17
new “blend master” will get to blend their
ONGOING Summer Library & Reserve Shakespeare Under the Moon
own magnum of red wine to take home. An
Estrella Warbird Museum Wine Tasting Series at Adelaida Two plays performed by the Independent
“expert tasting panel” will judge your wines.
Fascinating collection of military aircrafts Tastings that focus on winemaking techniques Players. Bring the whole family and take along
The winner takes home an etched double
10am-4pm, 805-227-0440, Paso Robles 11am, 805-239-8980x14, rjaques@adelaida.com a picnic, blankets, low-back chairs and your
magnum of their unique Opolo blend!
www.ewarbirds.org jackets. Wine will be available for purchase.
$25, free to members, www.adelaida.com www.opolo.com
6:30pm, Free, www.prcity.com
★ ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST
★ ★ AUGUST 10
★ 3pm, 805-238-9593, Paso Robles
Centennial Park, Paso Robles
Buckaroo Artist Deborah Kunic at Café Vio Lazy Local Concert at Castoro Cellars
★ AUGUST 17
★ ★ ONGOING IN SEPTEMBER
★
Enjoy fine art, local wine & piano music
Old time music featuring New 5 Cent Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars
Western & wine art gallery in Café Vio Free Concert at EOS
1-4pm, free, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton Featuring Lori T
Open daily, 805-237-2722, Paso Robles Featuring Jody Mulgrew
www.castorocellars.com 10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
www.cafevio.biz 11am-3pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles
★ AUGUST 10
★ info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com www.castorocellars.com
★ ONGOING IN AUGUST
★
Summer Library & Reserve Wine Tasting ★ ONGOING IN SEPTEMBER
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Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars ★ AUGUST 22
★
Series at Adelaida Cellars Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes:
Featuring Diana Mendoza Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco
Viking Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Samba & Mambo
10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton Featuring music by ZZAH
11am, limited to 18 guests RSVP, 805-239-8980 Learn to dance & show what you have learned
www.castorocellars.com 6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door
$25, free to wine club members, Paso Robles during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140
805-237-8884, Paso Robles
★ ONGOING THURSDAYS IN AUGUST
★ rjaques@adelaida.com, www.adelaida.com www.riosecowine.com 6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members
Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes:
★ AUGUST 15
★ Winery hours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles
Cha-Cha & Tango ★ AUGUST 22
★
Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco Vina Robles Hospitality Center,
Learn to dance & show what you have learned Vina Robles Winery Summer
Featuring music by Funk 30 www.vinarobles.com
during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140 Concert Series 2008
6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members 6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door Featuring San Luis Jazz ★ SEPTEMBER 5
★
Winery hours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles 805-237-8884, Paso Robles, 805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles Castoro Cellars 25th Anniversary Weekend
Vina Robles Hospitality Center, www.riosecowine.com Celebrate 25 years of Dam Fine Wines!
★ AUGUST 23
★
www.vinarobles.com AUGUST 15-16, SEPTEMBER 19-20 Outdoor Concert at Castoro Cellars 11am-6pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
★ AUGUST 8
★ Chumeia Vineyards Ice Cream Social Featuring Peppino D’Agostino. Purchase tickets www.castorocellars.com
Friday Fun Night at Rio Seco Complimentary wine ice cream sample early this event sells out quickly. ★ SEPTEMBER 6
★
Featuring music by Dac and Friends will be offered with award-winning wines. 7pm, $22, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton Castoro Cellars 25th Anniversary
6-9pm, Pre-sale tickets $8, $12 at the door 11am-5pm, 888-343-3445, Chumeia www.castorocellars.com Celebration
805-237-8884, Paso Robles www.chumeiavineyards.com Enjoy complimentary tacos, pizza and sweet
★ AUGUST 23
★
www.riosecowine.com ★ AUGUST 16
★ treats. Castoro Cellars thanks all their loyal
Fourth Annual Paso Robles Olive Festival
★ AUGUST 9
★ Rhône Blending Party at Opolo Enjoy oils, olive oil tastings, soaps, gourmet supporters for a wonderful 25 years. Eat, drink
Dinner & A Movie at EOS Every new “blend master” will get to blend foods and more. Juried arts & crafts, samples and listen to the Tex Mex Blues of Grammy
Featuring “A Walk in the Clouds” their own magnum of red wine to take home. of olive oil ice cream & wine tasting too! Winner Louie Ortega
7:30pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles 3pm, 805-238-9593, Paso Robles 10am-5pm, 805-239-7500, Paso Robles 12-4pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
info@eosvintage.com, www.eosvintage.com www.opolo.com www.pasoolivefestival.com www.castorocellars.com
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★ SEPTEMBER 6
★ ★ SEPTMEBER 26
★ AUGUST 30 – SEPTEMBER 1 ONGOING
Eberle Winemaker Dinner in the Caves Vina Robles Winery Summer Peddler’s Faire in Cayucos The San Luis Obispo Art Center
Featuring guest Chef Doug Levy of Concert Series 2008 Find a bargain in a fun atmosphere in view of Permanent collection and constantly rotating
Feast Restaurant in Arizona Featuring Sugar Daddy Swing Kings the ocean! 9am-4pm, 805-995-1200, Cayucos exhibits of works by local artists in all media –
6pm, $150pp/$120pp Cellar Club, Paso Robles 805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles paintings, sculpture, photography and more.
AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 1 11am-5pm, 805-543-8562, San Luis Obispo
www.eberlewinery.com
★ SEPTEMBER 27
★ Art in the Park www.sloartcenter.org
★ SEPTEMBER 13
★ Mike Marshall & Choro Famoso Arts & crafts, fine art, jewelry and more!
Release Party at Vihuela Winery at Castoro Cellars ONGOING WEEKENDS
10am-5pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay
Celebrate great wine & music with a new wine Live Music at Mother’s Tavern
7pm, $22, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
and a new CD by Spanish guitar trio Incendio www.castorocellars.com SAN LUIS OBISPO Beautiful upscale tavern with big band music,
$50, 805-835-4304, Paso Robles most Sundays, too! Call for schedules.
★ SEPTEMBER 27
★ ONGOING TUESDAYS
805-541-8733, San Luis Obispo
www.vihuelawinery.com 2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste
4th Annual Harvest Party www.motherstavern.com
★ SEPTEMBER 13
★ Enjoy new releases, winery tours, live music & Weekly drink specials
ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY
Hwy 46 West Wineries Present – more at the Donati Family Vineyard Hospitality 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE
Dallidet Adobe & Gardens
The 5th Annual West Fest Wine & Blues Center, 1-5pm, 805-238-0676, Templeton San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com
Oldest house in the city of San Luis Obispo
Festival 2008 www.donatifamilyvineyard.com ONGOING WEDNESDAYS Site of first commercial winery in the area.
Enjoy fine wines from the 15 wineries of Hwy
★ ONGOING IN OCTOBER
★ Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste 10am-1pm, 805-543-0638, San Luis Obispo
46 West while listening to the Guy Budd Band. www.slochs.org/dallidet
Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes: Tastings with the winemaker
Chef Paul from the Courtyard Marriott will be
Swing & Fox Trot 10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE ONGOING
cooking an oak-fired tri-trip meal. Ticket
includes admission to the blues festival, dinner Learn to dance & show what you have learned San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com Lectures & Art at
& wine club discounts at all participating during the social dance hour! 805-369-0140 California Polytechnic State University
★ SATURDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27
★
6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members 805-756-1511, San Luis Obispo
wineries for the entire weekend. A silent Wine and Cheese Pairings at Tolosa Winery
Winery hours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles www.calpolynews.calpoly.edu
auction and live auction will go on during the Enjoy 4 estate wines paired with 4 artisan
event where you can go home with great wine Vina Robles Hospitality Center, ONGOING
cheeses offered in the gorgeous Heritage
packages. 4-7pm, $45, 805-239-1918 www.vinarobles.com Automobilia Museum
Room 11am-3pm, $20/$15 Heritage Club
Peachy Canyon Winery, Templeton ★ OCTOBER 24
★ Specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes along with
805-782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com
paso46westwineries@yahoo.com many other antiques relating to transportation
Vina Robles Winery Summer
www.paso46westwineries.com ONGOING 10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis Opispo
Concert Series 2008
★★ Featuring the following wineries: Christopher Cohan Center ONGOING
Featuring Sean Wiggins
Peachy Canyon Winery, Performing Arts Center – San Luis Obispo Hearst Castle Tours
805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Robles
www.peachycanyon.com 805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org Experience grand reflections from the 1930s
Castoro Cellars, www.castorocellars.com OCTOBER 17-19 • Aug 8, 9: Little Women $30, 800-444-4445, San Luis Obispo
Grey Wolf Cellars, www.greywolfcellars.com Italian Cars & Food Celebrazione • Sept 18: Frank Caliendo www.hearstcastle.com
Rocky Creek Cellars, Featuring catering by Café Roma
www.rockycreekcellars.com 7pm, $120 pp/$90pp wine club, 805-238-2520
www.martinweyrich.com
★ SEPTEMBER 13
★
Ancestor Release Celebration Dinner CAYUCOS & MORRO BAY
at Halter Ranch ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH
Held in the rustic simplicity of their historic Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves
barn featuring Chef Jeffery Scott Art, crafts, children’s activities, music & more
6pm, 805-239-2562, Paso Robles 10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach
www.halterranch.com www.pismochamber.com
SEPTEMBER 13 ONGOING
Harvest & Winemaking Seminar Central Coast Outdoor Day Hikes
Seminar & lunch at Tablas Creek Sat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Bay
$20, 805-237-1231, Paso Robles www.centralcoastoutdoors.com
www.tablascreek.com
ONGOING
★ SEPTEMBER 14
★ Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists
Lazy Local Concert at Castoro Cellars Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists
Free concert featuring Sleepy Guitar Johnson 7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay
Bring a picnic & enjoy wine tasting & great music www.morrobayartassociation.org
805-DAM-FINE, Templeton,
www.castorocellars.com ONGOING
Adventures with Nature
★ SEPTEMBER 20
★
Docent guided walks
Flights & Bites
Morro Bay State Park Museum
Hwy 46 East Wineries celebrate wine month &
of Natural History, 805-772-2694,
gather for a fun night of wine, cheese &
www.ccnha.org
gourmet bites. 6pm, $30, 805-226-8099
Various hikes at various times including; Fast
Paso Robles, www.pasowine46east
Hike to Coon Creek, White’s Point Vistas, Black
★ SEPTEMBER 26
★ Hill Trail, Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon.
Sunset Wine Down at Robert Hall Winery
ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Wrap up your summer vacation at Robert Hall
Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk
Winery’s Sunset Wine Down series.
Art galleries’ open house receptions
Enjoy live music on the Garden Terrace,
5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay
award-winning wine and great food.
6–9pm, $25pp / $20 Cavern Club ONGOING SATURDAYS
Reservations required: 805-239-1616 ext. 24 Fishermen & Farmers’ Market in Morro Bay
events@roberthallwinery.com, Paso Robles Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians
www.roberthallwinery.com 3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay
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ONGOING ONGOING
Solvang Farmers’ Market Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Fresh produce, flowers and foods, 3-7pm Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbara’s past
Solvang , 805-962-5354, www.solvangca.com 10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara
ONGOING FRIDAYS ONGOING
Wine Tasting on the Patio Wine Dinners at Wine Cask
Live guitar music along with fine wines 6:30pm, 805-996-9463, www.winecask.com
5:30-7pm, 800-624-5572, Solvang • August 28: Talley Vineyards
www.royalscandinavianinn.com • September 25: Departures
ONGOING WEEKENDS • October 23: Jaffurs Wine Cellars
Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise • November 20: November Ampelos Winery
Guided 2 hour cruise with wildlife and geology ONGOING
$15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lake Lobero Theatre
www.cachuma.com 805-963-0761, www.lobero.com
ONGOING • August 8: A Wedding
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art • August 11: Canadian Brass
Ongoing exhibits of art & photogaphy • August 12: Chamberfest Recital
805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org • August 16: David Sanborn Band
AUGUST 10 ONGOING
Old Mission Santa Ines Fiesta Ty Warner Sea Center
A full day of food, fun as the historic 1804 Explore creatures of the sea
Mission hosts folklorico dancers, mariachis & 805-962-2526, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara
more in a celebration of the Valley’s rich cultural Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
heritage, 11am-7:30pm, 805-688-4815 Solvang, www.sbnature.org/seacenter
www.missionsantaines.org/home ONGOING SATURDAYS
AUGUST 23 Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
Wheels ’n’ Windmills Car Show 1 mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail
More than 200 cars, trucks and motorcycles 10-11:30am, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara
from all over California Cachuma Lake Nature Center
8am-4pm, 805-688-6112, Solvang www.cachuma.com
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B
akersfield isn’t that far from Paso During that time he toyed with homemade launched their own label.
Robles, at least as the crow flies, but beer and wine, but didn’t take it too seriously. Located directly across from Paso Robles’
the two regions are vastly different in But then the opportunity arose for he and his downtown historic city park, Arroyo Robles
terms of most everything, including wine. brother to go into business together, and they offers wine of course, but also a plethora of
Quite frankly, there aren’t any wines in bought a lab in Visalia, California that focused other items in their well stocked tasting room,
Bakersfield. But Paso, now that’s a different on soil, pedial and water analysis, predomi- including books, multiple gift items and
story. Bob Shore grew up in Bakersfield and is nately for the agriculture industry in Cali- maple syrup and pancake mix – a sort of
the kind of guy who can do anything well. fornia’s fertile Central Valley. “We quickly homage to a property they owned back in
Originally in the oil and gas business as a gravitated toward supporting the wine Vermont. Even now they offer a pancake
petroleum engineer, he moved into farm industry, recommending rootstock, nutrient breakfast before all the major wine festivals in
management using his background in earth programs and high altitude photography for town.
sciences, then into wine. soil mapping,” Bob said. They parlayed the One of their former properties was
His tasting room in downtown Paso business into being consultants across the studded with oak trees and had an arroyo, (a
Robles could not be more perfectly sited for state for both large and small wineries. Spanish term for creek) running through it,
its needs. The prime location is bright and They originally bought a vineyard across so the name flowed quite easily. The tree itself
airy, with large windows looking into the the street from Tobin James as an experi- is actually a specific tree, one of the many
park. Currently producing about 3,500 cases, mental vineyard to employ different growing oaks that line Highway 46, though it’s on
Bob’s wines are well priced and promoted by techniques such as trellising, canopy manage- someone else’s property.
word of mouth. The goal is to reach about ment and stressing the vines. But again timing Arroyo Robles is family owned and they
6,000 cases and with distribution currently in played a roll. The chance to sell the property are proud of it. “There are some real pluses in
30 states, he’s well on his way to achieving at a nice profit arose and they used the funds working with my kids, my wife and
that goal, too. from that sale to buy their current vineyard grandson. Being a family owned business, it’s
Arroyo Robles opened their tasting room off San Marcos Road. Then in 1997, they a little more real, we all pick grapes, crush
in March of 2006. But their foray into wine were asked if they wanted some Merlot fruit them and move barrels around,” Bob
began much earlier. Bob was born and raised from Bien Nacido Vineyard. “We made 55 confided. He paused and thought for a
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ANGLIM WINERY
by Leah Kolt complexity that comes from the dry-farm process,
which concentrates the flavor.” Although the 2005
I
t all started in January when Anglim Winery’s Zinfandel is sold out, Anglim has just released the
2005 Viognier earned a gold medal at the San 2006 vintage.
Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. The highly touted Grenache is still available, also
Then midway through the year, their 2005 for $24 a bottle. This “fruity and spicy” blend
Zinfandel and Grenache wines each won a gold contains 20 percent Syrah. “It was one of my Holy
medal at the San Francisco International Wine Grails. Grenache grapes can be both frustrating and
Competition – one of the largest and most influen- rewarding. They want to overproduce, which
tial international wine competitions in the country. dilutes the intensity, so I had to find growers who
Further acclaim came when Robert Parker’s don’t allow that to happen. Then I added some
Wine Advocate magazine gave their 2006 Viognier Syrah for depth and structure, and a little more
an “outstanding” 90-point rating. color,” Steve explained.
“It is great to have our wines win such recogni- When you visit Anglim Winery’s tasting room in
tion, but it’s also a wonderful experience to see downtown Paso Robles, located a few blocks off the
people enjoying them in our tasting room and get park at 740 Pine Street, not only do you get to
their feedback,” said Steffanie Anglim. sample award-winning wines, but you also get a
The critically acclaimed 2006 Viognier was made taste of history. Located in the old Paso Robles rail-
from grapes grown in the Bien Nacido Vineyard in road depot, the tasting room contains the original
Santa Maria. “They are widely considered to be a flooring and windows of the old train station and
top producer. Their fruit is beautiful,” Steve Anglim attracts a number of train buffs, in addition to wine
said. “The Viognier grapes had a remarkable core of lovers. It all makes for a lively atmosphere, Steffanie
acidity balanced with ripe fruit flavors.” says. “We want people to feel comfortable in our
Fermented cold, the Viognier was evenly distrib- tasting room, whether they are new to wine tasting
uted in three types of containers: neutral French oak or old pros.”
barrels, stainless steel barrels and stainless steel On three Saturday nights in August – 16, 23 and
tanks. The result is characteristics of apricots and 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. – you will also find working
honeysuckle tones balanced by a hint of tangerine artists and live music in the tasting room, as Anglim
blossom and a mineral finish. It is still available – Winery participates in the Paso Art, Wine and Song
but probably not for long – at $24 a bottle. event going on at all of the downtown wineries.
The fruit for the award-winning 2005 Anglim Drop by any Thursday through Monday from 11
Zinfandel came from St. Peter of Alcantara Vine- a.m. to 6 p.m., except for Sunday when it’s open
yard, a small estate on the west side near Templeton. from noon to 6 p.m. You can also make an appoint-
A rich and lively wine, the Zin was made the way ment for almost any time by calling (805) 227-6813
Zinfandel used to be made, according to Steve, and or emailing info@anglimwinery.com. For more
has “a bright fruit core, with a richness and information, visit www.anglimwinery.com.
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Wineries of Highway 46
East Present an Evening
of Flights and Bites
Celebrate the “Spirit of Wine” during the
Summer Esprit du Vin – Saturday, September 20
Celebrate California Wine Month and gather for an amazing
weekend honoring the collective spirit and enthusiasm of the Paso
Robles wineries located along Highway 46 East. On Saturday,
September 20, all ten Wineries of Highway 46 East will gather at the
River Oaks Golf Club in Paso Robles for a fun night of wine, cheese
and gourmet bites. Sip and sample incredible wines expertly paired
with artisanal cheeses and enjoy the many award-winning wines from
this region in one amazing event!
The Summer Esprit “Flights and Bites” will be held from 6 to 8
p.m. at the River Oaks Golf Course located at 700 Club House Drive
in Paso Robles. Tickets are $30 per person and include a logo glass.
Purchase yours by calling (805) 226-8099. Or, for more information,
visit www.pasowine46east.com. Shuttle service will be available for an
additional fee.
The Wineries of Highway 46 East is a consortium of wineries
located along Highway 46 on the east side of Highway 101 in Paso
Robles, California. Member wineries include: Bianchi, Chumeia Vine-
yards, Clautiere Vineyard, Eberle Winery, EOS Estate Winery, Fire-
stone Vineyard, Martin & Weyrich, Meridian, Sylvester Winery and
Tobin James Cellars.
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CASTORO CELLARS
A Celebration of 25 Years
by Mark Storer On August 10, Castoro will offer its free Lazy
Local Concert featuring the band New Five Cent.
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astoro Cellars is celebrating its 25th wine Pack a picnic and come to Castoro from 1 to 4 p.m.
making anniversary with customer apprecia- to relax, enjoy the music and sip the wine. In addi-
tion events, concerts and the release of their tion, on August 23rd. Pepino D’Agostino will give a
proprietary anniversary blend. Dubbed Venti Cinque concert at 7 p.m.
Anni, Italian for 25 years, the blend includes Finally, Castoro will celebrate its silver anniver-
Castoro’s Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and their sary with Customer Appreciation Day on September
famous Zinfandel as well as some others. 6th from noon to 4 p.m. The day will be replete
The Castoro name, which means “beaver” in with free entertainment from Louie Ortega and
Italian, comes from a boyhood nickname that Niels discounts on wine along with complementary food.
had. It has come to be the symbol for the winery that With 550 acres of vineyards throughout the Paso
calls its product, “dam fine wine.” Robles AVA, Castoro continues to focus its attention
With a focus on sustainable practices and farming on creating wines that impress. Paso Robles’ rela-
vineyards with a minimum of synthetic products, tively new trend of creating quality Pinot Noirs is
Castoro has become one of the “old school” wineries that has consis- headed by wineries like Castoro. “We thought it was time to use that
tently focused on hand-crafted quality wines. Winemaker Tom Myers, coolness we get on the west side to our advantage. Pinot in particular
along with owners Niels and Bimmer Udsen, already have 100 acres does well in that climate,” says Udsen. Indeed, Castoro’s wines are all
of Castoro vineyards certified organic by the California Certified doing well and their 25-year celebration puts customers right at the
Organic Farmer’s Association and Castoro is dedicated to continuing heart of their success.
their work. Tasting wine at Castoro Cellars’ tasting room, located in the heart
Niels Udsen and the crew at Castoro have also been working hard of the Paso Robles wine appellation at 1315 North Bethel Road in
to get the new Whale Rock vineyard up and running. A west side vine- Templeton, just off Highway 46 West, is free for three samples of wine,
yard in Paso Robles with cool afternoon and evening ocean breezes, $3 for seven samples (which is waived if wine is purchased) and $5
the vineyard will be dedicated to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. for seven samples and a logo wineglass. Wine club benefits include six
Castoro Cellars began the festivities on July 26th, celebrating bottles every three months and generous discounts on featured wines,
the summer with its annual Al Fresco Dinner featuring San Luis library wines, logo garments, winemaker’s dinners and more.
Obispo caterer, Upper Crust. The dinner focused on Italian In addition, after six tasting room visits, wine club members get
dishes paired with Castoro wines and Mike Maguire, a local $10 off their next tasting room purchase other than wine. Call toll-
musician, was the entertainment for the evening. free, 1-888-DAM-FINE, for more information.
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INTELLIGENCE FOR THE WINE CONSUMER by Len Napolitano
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PREFERRED RESTAURANTS
C AY U C O S
CAFE VIO by Mark Storer
Café Vio was on the verge of closing. Having been opened at a
building known in Paso Robles as the Granary, near the railroad crossing,
the café was sinking into a morass of pre-packaged foods and a bit of HOPPE’S GARDEN BISTRO & WINE SHOP
coffee. Yet the local constituents, in love with their gathering place, The most highly acclaimed restaurant and Wine Shop on the
simply refused to let it die and help came in the form of Alan and Nina Central Coast. Recognized for Chef Wilhelm Hoppe’s seasonally
Courtney, Café Vio’s own Calvary who arrived in October of last year. inspired menu, hand-selected wine list with a beautiful garden
and historical setting. Offering a wide range of menu items -
“I love my little place,” says Nina Courtney, who is truly at home here.
from wild game to prime meats and vegetarian/vegan items.
“I just saw the potential to make some changes and we did that and now,
78 N. Ocean Avenue • Wednesday-Sunday 11am-10pm
things are looking up.” Gathering advice from a group of regular
customers she and Alan refer to as “The Board of Directors,” the pair got www.hoppesbistro.com • 805.995.1006
rid of the pre-packaged foods and hired a professional chef to at once
simplify the menu and charge it with new quality and life. The menu
now includes fresh breads and pastries baked right on the premises,
meats that the Chef prepares himself in the kitchen whether roasting
succulent turkey or preparing lean pastrami for the delicious sandwiches, SAN LUIS OBISPO
and a focus on fresh produce. “And the coffee is still the very best in
town,” says Nina. “It has to be because my husband loves, and I mean
loves, good coffee.”
Open daily for breakfast with a fresh menu featuring egg specialties
and fresh pastries, the Courtneys have seen to it that Café Vio stays open MAMA'S MEATBALL
until past dinner time. “One thing the Board told us was that the previous Fine Italian Restaurant and Catering
owners closed too much,” says Nina. “So, we’re open now from early Mama's Meatball has specialized in
morning until sometime after the last few customers leave which is creating seasonal menus by using only
usually around 7 or 8 o’clock.” The lunch menu serves as well for a the finest and freshest ingredients.
dinner menu and customers seem to prefer it that way. 570 Higuera St. Suite 130-135
The ambience of the place has changed as well. Simple white walls www.mamasmeatball.com
have now been replaced by warm colors with plenty of artwork including 805-544-0861
one whole section dedicated to Western art. “We have a new artist each
month and it’s been such a treat,” says Nina. “We have the artists come in
every second Friday of the month and feature their work and it’s been
really popular.” The restaurant itself is broken up into separate “living
rooms” each connoted by a different color scheme and various kinds of NOVO RESTAURANT
comfortable furniture. From couches to cushy chairs to kitchen tables for NOVO’s international flavors are the leading ingre-
larger groups, Café Vio feels very much like homemade and it’s that dients in an exotic dining experience. Brazilian,
atmosphere that keeps regulars coming back. Mediterranean and Asian flavors awaken the
The food is exceptionally good with the meats as tender and juicy as senses. In house roasted spices for curries,
they can be. Fresh produce adorns the sandwich plates and homemade mixtures and marinades balanced with crisp,
dressings, freshly baked breads and freshly brewed teas and coffees are in seasonal vegetables and savory meats. Explore.
constant demand. In short, Café Vio has once again put the life back in 726 Higuera Street • Open Daily from 11am
Vio. 805-543-3986 • www.novorestaurant.com
PA S O R O B L E S CAMBRIA
ROBIN'S RESTAURANT
Mon-Thu: 6am to 8pm • Fri: 6am to 10pm Located in the historic east village of Cambria, in a
Sat: 7am to 10pm • Sun: 8am to 4pm charming vintage home, Robin’s has been delighting locals
Corner of 12th & Riverside in the Granary Building & visitors with a fresh eclectic quality menu of international
(805) 237-2722 • www.cafevio.biz foods and gracious service for 24 years. We also have a
beautiful garden for small weddings & special events.
Downtown Paso’s first and only internet cafe with free WiFi. We serve fine local wines, gourmet coffees,
espresso, teas, smoothies, soups, sandwiches and pastries. Enjoy our new Western & Wine Art Gallery Open daily from 11am. Sunday Brunch specials &
with a glass of wine and a small plate of delicacies, chill out in our cozy and comfortable living room monthly Prix Fixe dinners. Mother’s Day Brunch.
atmosphere, or relax outside in our patio under an umbrella. 4095 Burton Dr. • www.robinsrestaurant.com • (805) 927-5007
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D
iscover the Wine Country of Paso Robles,
called “Tears of Dew,” and a vintage dated Estate most limited and extraordinary releases
the premier growing region of California’s from the Eos Estate Winery are candi-
Zinfandel Port.
Central Coast, and Eos Estate Winery, dates for this quarterly mailing. You
The Reserve Eos line includes the “Cupa
which has become a leading producer of award- will also receive a 20% discount on all
Grandis” Grand Barrel Reserve program.
winning wines and a destination spot for trav- regularly priced wine and merchandise.
elers. The spectacular 104,000-square-foot Featuring grapes sourced from the top Eos The Reserve Club membership is
Romanesque facility is surrounded by 700 acres Estate Chardonnay and Petite Sirah vineyard limited, so sign-up now to ensure avail-
of beautiful estate vineyards. Towering Cyprus blocks, the wines are handcrafted using the ability. The cost per shipment is 20% off
world’s finest cooperage. The Cupa Grandis the retail price of the wine plus ship-
trees line the entrance to the Eos Estate Winery,
Chardonnay is fermented and aged in 100- ping, handling and applicable tax.
which was the name given to the “Goddess of
percent new Louis-Latour French oak, consid- Personal Choice Cellar Selection –
the Dawn” in Greek mythology. The legend was
ered the finest in the world, and the Petite Sirah Receive only those wines you desire
that every morning Eos lifted the sun over the most from the Eos Estate, Eos Reserve
horizon to start a new day. uses a selection of barrels from specific forests in
and Cupa Grandis portfolios. Create
The production of Eos wines is unique in France and America, chosen by the Eos wine- your own personal cellar and every
many ways. Prior to planting, each vineyard row making staff. The 2003 release of the Cupa two months we’ll ship you two, four,
is deep trenched to the appropriate depth to Grandis 2003 Petite Sirah was honored by Wine or six bottles from your list. You will
allow water and roots to effectively penetrate the and Spirits 21st Annual Buying Guide as the also receive a 20% discount on all
compacted earth. Selection of clones is deter- best Petite Sirah in the United States (Winter regularly priced wine and merchan-
2007 issue). dise. The cost per shipment is 20% off
mined based upon terroir and targeted flavor
the retail price of the wine plus ship-
profile. Throughout the growing season, special Come to the Eos tasting room for wine
ping, handling and applicable tax.
attention is paid to leaf removal and crop thin- tasting and shopping in the unique marketplace,
Sweet Inspirations – Receive two,
ning. Drip irrigation is employed for complete which includes gifts, gourmet foods and locally
four or six select bottles from the Eos
control of a watering regime for the vines. grown products. Beyond the tasting room, visi- Estate family of wines. Only semi-
A 24,000-square-foot, temperature- and tors are welcome to picnic and relax in the lush sweet and dessert wines are candi-
humidity-controlled barrel storage facility was picnic area surrounded by lovely rose gardens dates for this quarterly mailing. You
built in 1999 to accommodate the winery’s and fountains. Self-guided tours of the wine will also receive a 20% discount on all
growing number of French and American oak production facility are open daily. The large regularly priced wine and merchan-
barrels, necessary for the production of world- parking area is perfect for big groups and RVs. dise. The cost per shipment is an
amount up to $39.50. The cost per
class wines. Eos Estate Winery is located at 5625 East
four-bottle and six-bottle shipment is
The estate-bottled Eos portfolio includes Highway 46, Paso Robles and is open daily from $72 and $96 respectively. (Inclusive of
Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvi- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call shipping, handling and CA sales tax.)
gnon, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Merlot, and two 1-800-249-9463, go to eosvintage.com.
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P erfect P airs by Millie Howie
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Atascadero Presents
Summer Movies,
Concerts in the Parks
Every Saturday this month, bring the whole family out to enjoy a
free movie on the big screem. Bring your blankets and a low-back
chairs to sit in. All shows are held in the Sunken Gardens Park, located
at 6500 Palma Avenue in Atascadero, and are family appropriate (rated
G or PG).
A snack bar will be open every week with tasty treats and bever-
ages to purchase, provided by St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. Items will
vary week to week, but may include popcorn, root beer floats, nachos,
candy bars, baked goods, sodas and waters.
Show times are approximately 8:15 p.m.
• Saturday, August 9th – Fly Away Home
• Saturday, August 16th – Surf’s UP
• Saturday, August 23rd – Charlotte’s Web
• Saturday, August 30th – Shrek the Third
Movies in the park is still looking for sponsors. These events are
promoted through many avenues of media including weekly ads in
the Atascadero news, radio, web and print materials. Sponsors are
generously displayed throughout promotional items depending on
level of support. If you would like to sponosor a movie or need addi-
tional information, call (805) 461-5000 or visit www.atascadero.org.
Concerts
The City of Atascadero and Food 4 Less present Saturday in the
Park, Summer 2008 Concert Series. All concerts are held at the Atas-
cadero Lake Park Bandstand from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The concerts are
free for the community and you are encouraged to bring a blanket,
low-back chair and your family to relish the warm summer evenings.
New this year, the Central Coast Zoo Society is offering wine by the
glass for your ultimate enjoyment. Both red and white wine is avail-
able for purchase at $4 a glass. Pacific Harvest Catering is back and
will be on-site at every concert with delicious gourmet barbecue avail-
able for purchase. For more information, visit atascadero.org or call
(805) 461-5000.
• August 9th – The House Red Band
• August 16th – The Usual Suspects
• August 23rd – PipeDream
Concerts are brought to you by the City of Atascadero Community
Services Department in partnership with The Golden One Credit
Union, H&R Block, Starna Cells Inc., Hart Family Chiropractic,
County Supervisor James Patterson, Western Janitor Supply, Endless
Summer Jewelry, Gary Bang Harley Davidson, Coast Hills Federal
Credit Union, Colorcraft Printing, The Tribune, All Signs & Graphics,
and Cat Country 96.
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DOWNTOWN PASO ROBLES WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
DOWNTOWN
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Downtown Paso Robles is home to
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Family owned and operated, it is our goal to enhance your wine tasting expe- Fine premium estate wines are paired with cheese to complement your tasting
rience and show you the true beauty of Paso Robles wines. Tasting bar experience on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and by appointment. We also feature
features gifts, wine accessories and picnic supplies. art work by world-renowned artist Jean-Pierre de Rothschild.
and Syrah/Grenache blends. Look for our tasting room in the Historic elegant balance of art and science that we’d love to share with you!
www.vihuelawinery.com
805.226.2010
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PAS O R O B L ES A R E A Denner Vineyards & Winery – Paso Robles Hunt Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
5414 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-4287 Sa-Su 12-4 X X 2875 Oakdale Rd; 805-237-1600 10:30-5:30 X X
★ Adelaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily 10-5
5805 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-8980, 800-676-1232 X X X Doce Robles – Paso Robles Daily ★ J Lohr – Paso Robles Daily
2023 Twelve Oaks Dr; 805-227-4766 10-5:30 X X 6169 Airport Rd; 805-239-8900 10-5 X X
AJB Vineyards – Paso Robles Weekends
3280 Township Rd; 805-239-9432 12-5 X X ★ Donati Family Vineyard – Templeton Daily 11am-5pm ★ J. Paul Rosilez – Paso Robles Daily
Corner of 46 West & Vineyard Dr; 805-238-0676 X X 4889 Dry Creek Rd; 805-226-0550 12-5 X X
★ Anglim Winery – Paso Robles Th-Mo 11-6
740 Pine St; 805-227-6813 Su 12-6 & By Appt X X Donatoni Winery – Paso Robles Sa-Su 12-5 Jack Creek Cellars – Templeton By
3225 Township Rd; 805-226-0620 Or By Appt X 5265 Jack Creek Rd; 805-226-8283 Appt X X
★ Arroyo Robles – Paso Robles Daily
739 12th St; 877-759-WINE 11-7 X X Dover Canyon Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su Jada Winery – Paso Robles Fr-Su
4520 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0101 11-5 X 5620 Vineyard Dr; 805-226-4200 10-5 X X X
★ B & E Vineyards – Paso Robles Fr-Su By
10,000 Creston Rd; 805-238-4815 10-5 Appt X X Dunning Vineyards Estate Winery – Paso Robles JanKris Winery – Templeton Daily
1953 Niderer Rd; 805-238-4763 Th-Mo 11-5 X X 1266 Bethel Rd; 805-434-0319 11-5 X X X
★ Bear Cave Cellars – Paso Robles By Appt. &
1227 Park St; 805-238-4329 Some Weekends X X Eagle Castle Winery – Paso Robles Daily Justin Winery – Paso Robles Daily
3090 Anderson Rd; 805-227-1428 10:30-5:30 X X X 11680 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-6932 10-5 X X X
Bella Luna – Templeton Fr-Su
1850 Templeton Rd; 805-434-5477 10-5 X X ★ Eberle Winery – Paso Robles Daily Kukkula – Templeton By
3810 Hwy 46 E; 805-238-9607 10-6 X X X 9525 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-434-5475 Appt
★ Bianchi Winery – Paso Robles Daily
3380 Branch Rd; 805-226-9922 10-5 X X ★ Edward Sellers – Paso Robles Th-Mo L’Aventure Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su 11-4
1220 Park St; 805-239-8915 12-7 X X 2815 Live Oak Rd; 805-227-1588 or By Appt X X
Black Hand – San Miguel By
1735 Nygren Rd; 805-712-WINE Appt X X ★ EOS Estate Winery – Paso Robles Daily Laura’s Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily
5625 Hwy 46 East; 805-239-2562 10-5 X X X 5620 Hwy 46 East; 805-238-6300 10-5 X X
Brian Benson Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
★ Falcon Nest Winery– Paso Robles Daily Le Cuvier – Paso Robles By Appt,
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-296-9463 10:30-5 X X
5185 Union Rd; 805-226-0227 10-7:30 X X 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-238-5706 Wine Club Only
Calcareous Winery – Paso Robles Th-Mo
Firestone Vineyard Paso – Paso Robles By Linne Calodo – Paso Robles Fr-Su
3430 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-0289 11-5 X X
2300 Airport Rd; 805-591-8050 Daily 10-5 Appt X X 3030 Vineyard Dr; 805-227-0797 11-5 X X
Caparone Winery – Paso Robles Daily
Five Rivers Winery – Paso Robles By ★ Locatelli Winery – Paso Robles Fr-Su
2280 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3827 11-5 X X X
8998 North River Rd; 805-467-0192 Appt 8585 Cross Canyons Rd; 805-467-0067 11-4 X X
Carmody McKnight Estate Wines – Paso Robles
Four Vines Winery – Templeton Daily Lone Madrone – Paso Robles Daily
11240 Chimney Rock Rd; 805-238-9392 Daily 10-5 X X
3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0055 11-5 X X 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0845 10:30-5 X X
★ Cass Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
Fralich Vineyard & Winery – Templeton By Appt Madison Cellars – Paso Robles By
7350 Linne Rd; 805-239-1730 11-6 X X
Private tastings at Paso Robles Wine Services; 805-434-1526 4540 Hwy 41; 805-238-9831 Appt X X
★ Castoro Cellars – Templeton Daily Fratelli Perata – Paso Robles By Maloy O’Neill – Paso Robles Fr-Sa 10-5; Su 12-5
1315 N Bethal Rd; 805-238-0725 10-5:30 X X 1595 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2809 Appt 5725 Union Rd; 805-238-7320 Or By Appt X X
★ Cayucos Cellars – Cayucos We-Su 11-5:30 Garretson Wine Co. – Paso Robles Daily Martin & Weyrich – Paso Robles Su-Th 10-5
131 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3036 Closed Tu X X 2323 Tulley Rd #110; 805-239-2074 11-5 X X 2610 Buena Vista Dr; 805-238-2520 Fr-Sa 10-6 X X
Changala Winery – Templeton Sa 11:30-5 By Gelfand Vineyards – Paso Robles By McClean Vineyards – Templeton By
422 Main St; 805-238-0421 Su 12-4 Appt X X 5530 Dresser Ranch Place; 805-239-5808 Appt 4491 S. El Pomar Dr; 805-237-2441 Appt
★ Chateau Margene – Creston Sa-Su ★ Grey Wolf Cellars– Paso Robles Daily Meridian Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
4385 La Panza Rd; 805-238-2321 12-6 X X 2174 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0771 11-5:30 X X 7000 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-7133 10-5 X X
Christian Lazo – San Miguel Sa-Su ★ Halter Ranch Vnyd– Paso Robles Th-Mo ★ Midlife Crisis – Paso Robles Th-Mo
249 10th Street, Suite A; 805-467-2672 10-5 X X 8910 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-9455 11-5 X X 1244 Pine St, Suite A; 805-237-8730 10:30-6 X X
Chumeia Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily ★ Hansen Vineyard– Templeton Daily Midnight Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
8331 Hwy 46 E; 805-226-0102 10-5 X X 5575 El Pomar Dr; 805-239-8412 10-5:30 X X 2925 Anderson Rd; 805-239-8904 10-5:30 X X
Clautiere Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily Harmony Cellars– Harmony Daily ★ Minassian-Young – Paso Robles Fr-Su
1340 Penman Springs Rd; 805-237-3789 12-5 X X 3255 Harmony Valley Rd; 805-927-1625 10-5 X X 4045 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7571 11-5 X X
Clayhouse Wines – Paso Robles Opening in Fall ★ Hearthstone Tasting Room – Paso Robles Moonstone Cellars – Cambria Th-Mo
849 13th St; 805 727-4720 Daily 12-5 X X X 1244 Pine St, Ste A; 805-237-8730 Th-Mo 10:30-6 X X 801 Main St, Suite C; 805-927-9466 11-5 X X
★ D’Anbino Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo 11-7 Hice Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo NadeauFamilyVintners – Paso Robles Fr-Su
710 Pine St; 805-227-6800 Closed Tu-We X X 821 Pine St Unit D; 805-237-8888 12-5 3860 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-239-3574 12-5 X X
Dark Star Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Su Hug Cellars – Paso Robles Th-Mo Norman Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily
2985 Anderson Rd; 805-237-2389 10:30-5 X X 2323 Tuley Ct Ste. 120 D; 805-226- 8022 11-5 X X X 7450 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0138 11-5 X X
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7110 Vineyard Dr; 805-238-9593 10-5 X X 8687 Apple Rd; 805-238-1919 10:30-5 X X 2900 Vineyard Dr; 805-434-1030 9-5 X X
★ Orchid Hill Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily ★ San Marcos Creek Vineyard – Paso Robles Venteux Vineyards – Templeton Fr-Su
1140 Pine St; 805-237-7525 11:30-6 X X 7750 North Hwy; 805-467-9260 Daily 11-5 X X 1795 Las Tablas Rd; 805-369-0127 10-5 X X
Ortman Family Vnyds – Paso Robles Daily Scott Aaron – Templeton Sa-Su Victor Hugo Winery – Templeton By
1317 Park Street; 805-237-9009 12-7 X X 422 South Main; 888-611-9463 11-5 X X 2850 El Pomar Dr; 805-434-1128 Appt X X
Parkfield Vineyards – San Miguel By ★ Sculpterra – Paso Robles Fr-Su 10-5 ★ Vihuela Winery – Paso Robles Th-Sa 11-8
70502 Vineyard Canyon Rd; 805-463-2316 Appt X X 5015 Linne Road, 888-302-8881 or By Appt X X 1307 Park St; 805 835-4304 Su & Mo 11-4 X X
★ Peachy Canyon Winery – Paso Robles Daily ★ Silver Horse – San Miguel Fr-Mo Villicana Winery – Paso Robles Th-Su
1480 N. Bethel Rd; 805-239-1918 11-5 X X 2995 Pleasant Rd; 805-467-WINE 11-5 X X 2725 Adelaida Rd; 805-239-9456 11-5 X X
★ Peachy Canyon Winery Too – Paso Robles ★ Silver Stone – Paso Robles Mo-Th 12-7 ★ Vina Robles – Paso Robles Daily
2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr; 805-237-7848 Fr-Su 11-5 X X 827 13th St; 805-226-2788 Fr-Sa 12-8 Su 11-4 X X 3700 Mill Rd; 805-227-4812 10-5 X X
★ Penman Springs Vineyard – Paso Robles Skyhawk Lane – San Miguel By VinFuzion – Paso Robles We-Su
1985 Penman Springs Dr; 805-237-7959 Fr-Su 11-5 X X 1605 Commerce Way; 213-200-4661 Appt 2485 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0208 11-5:30 X X
★ Pianetta – Paso Robles Su-Mo-Th: 12-6pm Stacked Stone Cellars – Paso Robles Fr 12-5 Vista Del Rey – Paso Robles Su 11-5
829 13th St; 805-226-4005 Fr-Sa 11-7 X X X 1525 Peachy Canyon Rd; 805-238-7872 Sa-Su 11-5 X X 7340 Drake Rd; 805-467-2138 By Appt X X
Pipestone – Paso Robles Th-Mo Stephen’s Cellar – Templeton By Whalebone Winery – Paso Robles Daily
2040 Niderer Rd; 805-227-6385 11-5 X X 7575 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-2412 Appt X X 8325 Vineyard Dr; 805-239-9020 11-5 X X
Poalillo Vineyards – Paso Robles By Still Waters Vineyards – Paso Robles Th-Mo Wild Coyote Winery – Paso Robles Daily
18888 Willow Creek Rd; 805-238-0600 Appt 2750 Old Grove Ln; 805-237-9231 11-5 X X 3775 Adelaida Rd; 805-610-1311 11-5 X X
Pretty-Smith – San Miguel Fr-Su Summerwood – Paso Robles Daily Wild Horse Winery – Templeton Daily
13350 River Rd; 805-467-3104 10-5 X X 2175 Arbor Rd; 805-227-1365 10-5:30 X X 1484 Wild Horse Winery Ct; 805-434-2541 11-5 X X
Rabbit Ridge – Paso Robles We-Su ★ Sylvester Vineyards – Paso Robles Daily Windward Vineyard – Paso Robles Daily
1172 San Marcos Rd; 805-467-3331 11-5 X X 5115 Buena Vista Dr; 805-227-4000 11-5 X X X 138 Live Oak Rd; 805-239-2565 11-5 X X
Rainbows End Winery – San Miguel By Tablas Creek – Paso Robles Daily York Mountain – Templeton Daily
8535 Mission Ln; 805-467-3345 Appt X X 9339 Adelaida Rd; 805-237-1231 10-5 X X X 7505 York Mountain Rd; 805-238-3925 11-5 X X
Zenaida Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
★ Rio Seco – Paso Robles Daily Terry Hoage – Paso Robles By
1550 Hwy 46 West; 805-227-0382 11-5 X X X
4295 Union Rd; 805-237-8884 11-5 X X 870 Arbor Rd; 805-238-2083 Appt
ZinAlley – Templeton Fr-Su
RiverStar Vineyards – Cayucos Fr-Su Thacker Winery– Paso Robles Opening in
3730 Hwy 46 West; 805-238-0959 11-5 X X
36 N Ocean Ave; 805-995-3741 11-4 X X 8355 Vineyard Dr; 805-237-0087 June '08 X X
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7986 North River Rd; 805-467-3106 Appt 2740 Hidden Mountain Rd; 805-226-9907 11-5 X X ★ Pozo Valley – Santa Margarita Fr-Su
2200 El Camino Real; 805-286-7172 12-6 X X
★ Robert Hall – Paso Robles Daily Tobin James Cellars – Paso Robles Daily
3443 Mill Rd; 805-239-1616 10-6 X X X 8950 Union Rd; 805-239-2204 10-6 X X SAN LUIS OBISPO
Rotta Winery – Paso Robles Daily Tolo Cellars – Paso Robles Fr-Mo Alapay Cellars – Avila Beach Daily
3750 Hwy 46 West; 805-237-0510 11-5 X X 9750 Adelaida Rd; 805-226-2282 11-5 X X 415 First St; 805-595-2632 10:30-6 X X
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845 Embarcadero Rd, Suite F; 805-610-5751 12-5 X X 2922 Grand Ave; 805-693-1771 11-6 X X
Addamo Estate Vineyards – Orcutt Tu-Su
★ Baileyana Vineyard – San Luis ObispoDaily 400 East Clark Ave; 805-937-6400 11-7 X X Beckmen Vineyards – Los Olivos Daily
5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 10-5 X X 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-8664 11-5 X X
Bedford Thompson – Los Alamos Daily
Barnwood Winery – Arroyo Grande Daily 448 Bell St; 805-344-2107 11-5 X X Bernat – at Los Olivos Café Daily
453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 888-809-VINE 11-5 X X 2879 Grand Ave; 805-688-7265 11-9 X X
Byron Vineyard – Santa Maria By
Cerro Caliente – San Luis Obispo Fr-Su 5250 Tepusquet Rd; 805-934-4770 Appt Brophy Clark Cellars – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room
831 A Via Esteban; 805-544-2842 11-5 X X 2905 Grand Ave; 805-929-4830 Daily 11-6 X X
Cambria Winery – Santa Maria Daily
★ Claiborne & Churchill – San Luis Obispo Daily 5475 Chardonnay Lane; 888-339-9463 10-5 X X The Brander Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily
2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd; 805-544-4066 11-5 X X 2401 Refugio Rd; 805- 688-2455 11-4 X X
Chimere – Santa Maria By
Domaine Alfred – San Luis Obispo Daily 217 North Russell; 805-310-1148 Appt Carhartt Vineyard – Los Olivos Th-Mo 11-5
7525 Orcutt Rd; 805-541-9463 10-5 X X 2990A Grand Ave; 805-688-0685 (Closed Tu-We) X X
★ Costa de Oro – Santa Maria Daily
Edna Valley Vnyd – San Luis Obispo Daily 1331 S. Nicholson Ave; 805-922-1468 11-6 X X ★ Carina Cellars – Los Olivos Daily
2585 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-544-5855 10-5 X X Cottonwood Canyon – Santa Maria Daily 2900-A Grand Ave; 805-688-2459 11-5 X X
★ Kelsey See Canyon – San Luis Obispo 3940 Dominion Rd; 805-937-VINE 10-5:30 X X X Consilience – Los Olivos Daily
1947 See Canyon Rd; 805-595-9700 Daily 11-5:30 X X X Curtis Winery – Los Olivos Daily 2933 Grand Ave; 805-691-1020 11-5 X X
Kynsi Winery – Arroyo Grande Th-Mo 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X X Curtis Winery – Los Olivos Daily
2212 Corbett Canyon Rd; 805-544-8461 11-5 X X Fess Parker – Los Olivos Daily 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-686-8999 10-5 X X
★ Laetitia Vineyard – Arroyo Grande Daily 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X X Daniel Gehrs Winery – Los Olivos Daily
453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr; 805-481-1772 11-5 X X Firestone Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily 2939 Grand Ave; 800-275-8138 11-5 X X
Morovino – Avila Beach Th-Mo 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X Dierberg Estate Vineyard – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
550 1st St; 805-627-1443 12-5 X X Foxen Vineyard – Santa Maria Daily 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
★ Per Bacco Cellars – San Luis Obispo Th-Mo 7200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-4251 11-4 X X Epiphany Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo
1850 Calle Joaquin Rd; 805-787-0485 11-5 X X X IO Vineyards – Santa Maria By 2963 Grand Ave; 866-354-9463 11:30- 5:30 X X
Piedra Creek Winery – San Luis Obispo 5250 Tepusquet Rd; 805-934-4770 Appt John Kerr Wines – at Los Olivos Wine Tasting Room
6425 Mira Cielo Dr; 805-541-1281 By Appt ★ KennethVolk Vineyards – Santa Maria Daily 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-5:30 X X
Rancho Arroyo Grande – Arroyo Grande 5230 Tepusquet Rd; 805-938-7896 10:30-4:30 X X X Fess Parker – Los Olivos Daily
591 Hi Mountain Rd; 805-474-0220 1st Saturday of the month 11-5 Koehler – Los Olivos Daily 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-1545 10-5 X X
★ Salisbury Vineyards – Avila Valley Daily 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X X Firestone Vineyard – Los Olivos Daily
6985 Ontario Rd; 805-595-WINE 11-6 X X Labyrinth – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang 5000 Zaca Station Rd; 805-688-3940 10-5 X X X
Saucelito Canyon – San Luis Obispo Daily 2717 Aviation Way; 805-268-4155 Daily 10-5 X X Flying Goat Cellars – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
3080 Biddle Ranch Rd; 805-543-2111 10-5 X X McKeon-Philips – Santa Maria Daily 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
Sextant Wines – San Luis Obispo Daily 2115 S Blosser Rd; 805-928-3025 11-6 X X Great Oaks Ranch – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
3536 S. Higuera St; 866-833-WINE 11-5 X X Ovene Winery – Santa Maria (Tasting Room: See Solvang) 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
Shadow Canyon Cellars – San Luis Obispo 2717 Aviation Way; 714-420-2525 By Appt X X J Wilkes Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
956 Monterey Street; 805-781-0862 Th-Su 12-7 X X Rancho Sisquoc Winery – Santa Maria Daily 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
Stephen Ross Wine Cellars – San Luis Obispo 6600 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-934-4332 10-4 X X Koehler – Los Olivos Daily
2330 Johnson Ave; 805-594-1318 By Appt X Riverbench Vineyards – Santa Maria Daily 5360 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-693-8384 10-5 X X
6020 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8340 10-4 X X X
★ Tangent Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Daily Lane Tanner Wines – at Los Olivos Tasting Room
5828 Orcutt Rd; 805-269-8200 11-5 X X Tantara Vineyard – Santa Maria By 2905 Grand Ave; 805-688-7406 Daily 11-6 X X
4747 Ontiveros Lane; 805-938-5051 Appt
★ Talley Vineyards – Arroyo Grande Daily Longoria Wines – Los Olivos Daily
3031 Lopez Dr; 805-489-0446 10:30-4:30 X X Tres Hermanas Winery – Santa Maria Daily 2935 Grand Ave; 866-759-4637 11-4:30 X X
9660 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-937-8451 10-5 X X
Taste – San Luis Obispo Mo-Sa 11-9 Oak Savanna – at Andrew Murray Tasting Room in Los Olivos
1003 Osos St; 805-269-TASTE Su 11-5 X X Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos Daily 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 Daily 11-6 X X
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X X
★ Tolosa Winery – San Luis Obispo Daily Qupé Wine – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
4910 Edna Rd; 805-782-0500 11-5 X X LOS OLIVOS 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-968-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
★ Wood Winery – Arroyo Grande Th-Mo Alexander & Wayne – Los Olivos Daily ★ Silver Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos
136 Bridge St; 805-489-9663 11-5 X X 2922 Grand Ave; 805-688-9665 11-6 X X 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-963-3052 Daily 11-5 X X
Wolff Vineyards – San Luis Obispo Th-Su Andrew Murray – Los Olivos Daily Scott Cellars – Los Olivos Th-Mo
6238 Orcutt Rd; 805-781-0448 11-5 X X 2901 Grand Ave; 805-693-9644 11-6 X X 2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 101; 805-570-0048 12-5 X X
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Three Saints – at Wine Country in Los Olivos 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt X X
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X
Blackjack Ranch – Solvang Daily 11-5
Tre Anelli – Los Olivos Daily
2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-455-1412 Closed Wed X X
2923 Grand Ave; 805-686-3000 11-5 X X
Vandale – at The Ballard Inn in Ballard Fr-Su Blair Fox Cellars – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang
2436 Baseline Ave; 805-688-7770 12-5:30 X X 1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 Daily 11-8 X X
Verdad Wines – at Wine Country in Los Olivos Cabana Cellars/Wandering Dog Wine Bar – Solvang
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave; 805-686-9699 Daily 11-5 X X 1539 Mission Dr; 805-686-9126 We-Mo 11-8ish X X
Wild Heart Winery – Los Olivos Daily Casa Cassara – at Olive House in Solvang
2933-C Grand Ave; 805-688-7386 11-5 X X 1661 Mission Dr; 805-686-5159 Daily 11-5 X X
Zaca Mesa – Los Olivos Daily
★ Curran Wines – at Trio Tastings, Solvang
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd; 805-688-9339 10-4 X X
1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt X X
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★ DiBruno – at Trio Tastings, Solvang
Alma Rosa – Buellton Daily 1557 Mission Dr; 805 688-3494 Th-Su 11-5 or By Appt X X
7250 Santa Rosa; 805-688-9090 11-4:30 X X
East Valley – at Cabana Tasting Room in Solvang
Ampelos Cellars – Lompoc By
1661 Mission Dr; 805-686-5159 Daily 11-5 X X
805-736-9957 Appt X X
Babcock Winery – Lompoc Daily Honeywood/Olde Mission Wine Co.
5175 E. Hwy 246; 805-736-1455 10:30-4 X X Tasting room for Honeywood, Michael Grace and Ovene Winery
1539 Mission Dr, #A & B, Solvang Su-Th 9:30-5:30
Casa Cassara – Buellton We-Mo
805-686-9323 Fr-Sa 9:30-6:30 X X
291 Valley St; 805-686-5159 11-5 X X
Clos Pepe – Lompoc By Jorian Hill – Solvang By
4777 East Hwy 246; 805-735-2196 Appt 1051 Croft Lane; 805-686-8490 Appt
Fiddlehead Cellars – at the Lompoc Wine Ghetto Lincourt Winery – Solvang Daily
1597 E. Chestnut Ave; 530-756-4550 Th-Sa 11-4 X X 1711 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-8554 10-5 X X
Foley Estates – Lompoc Daily Lions Peak Vineyards – Solvang Fr-Mo
6121 East Hwy 246; 805-737-6222 10-5 X X 1659 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-5466 11-5 X X
Harrison-Clarke – Lompoc By Lucas & Lewellen – Solvang Daily
805-686-0850 Appt
1645 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-9336 11-5:30 X X
Hitching Post Wines – at Hitching Post Restaurant in Buellton
406 East Hwy 246; 805-688-0676 Daily from 4pm X X Mandolina Wines – Solvang Daily
1665 Copenhagen Dr; 805-686-5506 11-5:30 X X
Huber Vineyards – Lompoc By
4892 Hapgood Rd; 805-736-3854 Appt Michael Grace – at Old Mission Wine Company in Solvang
1539 Mission; 805-686-9323 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X
Ken Brown Wines – Buellton By
2025 Still Meadows Rd; 805-448-3791 Appt Ovene Winery – at Old Mission Tasting Company in Solvang
Lafond Vineyard – Buellton Daily 1539 Mission; 714-420-2525 Daily 9:30-5:30 X X
6855 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-7921 10-5 X X Presidio Vineyard – Solvang Daily
Melville Vineyard – Lompoc Daily 1603 Copenhagen Dr, 805-693-8585 11-6 X X
5185 East Hwy 246; 805-735-7030 11-4 X X
Rideau Vineyard – Solvang Daily
Mosby Winery – Buellton Daily 1562 Alamo Pintado Rd; 805-688-0717 11-4 X X
9496 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-688-2415 10-4 X X
Royal Oaks – Solvang Daily
Palmina – Lompoc Th-Sa
1651 Copenhagen Dr; 805-693-1740 10-5:30 X X
1520 East Chestnut Ct; 805-735-2030 11-4 X X
Sanford Winery – Lompoc Daily Rusack Vineyard – Solvang Daily
5010 Santa Rosa Rd; 805-735-5900 11-4 X X 1819 Ballard Canyon Rd; 805-688-1278 11-5 X X
Sort This Out Cellars – Buellton Daily Shoestring Winery – Solvang Fr-Su
593 Avenue of the Flags; 805-688-1717 10-5:30 X X 800 East Hwy 246; 800-693-8612 11-4 X X
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