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YO UR GUIDE TO CENTRAL CO AST WI NE TASTING & EVENTS

NEW! DININGRECOMMENDATIONS PAGE 20

SUMMERWOOD PAGE 22CASTORO CELLARS PAGE 24

SHELLFISH PAELLA RISOTTO WITHVILLA SAN-JULIETTE ALBARINO PAGE 30

OPOLO VINEYARDS PAGE 31

CALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL PAGE 38

NEW! FIND YOUR

FAVORITE VARIETALSPAGE 54

JULY 2013

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Time for Summer Sipping!

Pair GestureViognier and Ros

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TABLE OF CONTENTS | WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTH JULY 2013 | ISSUE 7, VOLUM

FEATURES REGULARSWINE REGIONS63 | CENTRAL COAST MAP

26 | SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

San Luis Obispo Wineries Map, 27West Side Wineries: STANGER Vineyards, 19Pleasant Valley Wineries, 29

Paso Robles Wineries Map, 32-33Downtown Paso Robles Wineries, 32

34 | SANTA BARBARA COUNTYNorthern Santa Barbara County Wineries Map, 35 . . . . . . . .Solvang Wineries: Lions Peak Vineyards, 40;Viking Garden Tasting Room, 41

Los Alamos: Bedford Winery, 42

Foxen Canyon Wineries:Ranco Siquoc, 43; Firestone Vineyards, 44

Santa Maria Valley, 46

Los Olivos Wineries: Cimarone Estate Wines, 48;Toretti Family Vineyard, 51

Lompoc Wine Getto: Palmina, 52

Santa Barbara: Conway Family Wines Deep Sea Tasting Room, 53

16 | ON THE COVER: CHAMISAL VINEYARDSPaving te Way in Edna Valley for 40 Years

18 | NINER WINE ESTATES

Celebrating Summer wit Wine, Food and Music

22 | SUMMERWOOD

Paso RoblesWine Tasting at its Best

24 | TASTING ROOM: CASTORO CELLARSCelebrating 30 Years

28 | SUNSET SAVOR THE CENTRAL COAST

30 | PERFECT PAIRSVilla San-Juliette

31 | TASTING ROOMOpolo Vineyards

38 | CALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVALA Tradition in Santa Barbara Celebrating 10 Years

37 | SOLVANGS THIRD WEDNESDAYS

46 | THE CHARDONNAY SYMPOSIUM 2013

8 | WINEOLOGY by Len NapolitanoWat wines matc best wit Asian cuisine?

10 | WINE GROWING DECISIONS by Jos SteinIf I Could Keep Time in a Barrel

12 | CALENDAR OF EVENTSSan Luis Obispo County, 12Santa Barbara County, 14Ventura County, 15

21 | WINE COUNTRY DININGLa Coseca Bar & Restaurant

58 | WINERY LISTINGSPaso Robles, 58San Luis Obispo, 60Santa Maria/Foxen Canyon, 60Los Alamos, 61Los Olivos, 61Lompoc/Buellton, 61Solvang, 62Santa Ynez, 62Santa Barbara, 62Ventura County, 62

62 | WINE COUNTRY DEALS & DISCOUNTS

63 | CENTRAL COAST MAP

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The popular types of Asian foods Chinese, Japanese, Thai and

Indian are paired almost exclusively with white wines. Whilematching food with wine is subjective and your personal preferences

should always rule, the white wines I like to serve with these dishes

are ones that are served chilled and may even have a slight sweetness

to them.

The reason red wines dont work as well is because the tannin in

red wine, originating from the grape skins, seeds and stems, clashes

with the delicate textures of Asian food. Tannins are desired in wine

when paired with foods with some fat content. The tannins cleanse

the pallet of the fattiness with each sip. Thus, big, tannic wines like

Cabernet Sauvignon are served with big, fatty foods, like steak. Pinot

Noir or Beaujolais wine from France, popular red wines with little

tannin, often work well when combining with Asian food. A wine-enthusiast friend of mine likes his Thai food with shiraz from

Australia, which is a peppery, full-bodied red with rich tannin.

Although Ive never tried this combination I would probably agree

with him if the dish included meat.

White wines that are crisp with acidity and have a little sweetnor residual sugar, blend well with the fish, vegetables, black pepp

spices and stir-fried methods used in Asian foods. Usually, my first

choice is to drink Riesling with these dishes, for its flowery aromas

tingling texture and mild sweetness. It complements the saltiness o

soy sauces or the spicy heat from wasabi. But on the other hand I a

like drier whites, such as Fum Blanc for its vegetal qualities.

If you want to look further than these options, try Riesling and

Gewrztraminer wines from Germany, or the Alsace region of Fran

They are a little more complex than the domestic wines and will

match up with the most flavorful Asian dishes.

Certified in Wine by the Society of Wine Educators and the Wine & Spirits Education Trust,

Len Napolitano is the author of Nose, Legs, Body! Know Wine Like The Back of Your Hand.

Available on Amazon.com and at wineology.com. Follow Len on Twitter: @wineologist

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Napolitano reveals wine in an informal, question-and-answer format

while recounting with sincerity and whimsy his personal experiences

as a self-conscious amateur who transitioned to practical wine

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BY JOSh STEIN

June brings heat, and with it, lots of things happen in the cellar.Over the winter and into early spring, with cellars cold, wines in

barrel tend to slowly blurb along, the yeasts gently doing their thing

with the last percent or two of residual sugars or the bacteria finishing

up the conversion of malic to lactic acid, both of which are good for

aroma and mouthfeel, but come the warmth of late spring, the wines

in barrel come alive again because heat speeds up reactions just like

in your high school chem lab which means decision time once

again.

For whites, generally Chardonnay but occasionally Sauvignon

Blanc or another oaked variety, this is when the secondary malolactic

fermentation finishes if it has not already, and with the exception of

those who are going for a long time in barrel, this is when the

previous falls white wines are bottled. Some whites, like Sauvignon

Blanc or Riesling, generally made in steel the whole time, would be

released immediately, the freshness and vibrancy preserved for exactly

how appealing these wines are when young.

Most producers, however, would bottle oaked whites and then

allow them to age under glass for at least a few months, if not longer.

This is not just about bottle shock from bottling, which does tend mute or cause otherwise great wines to taste a bit off for a month o

two. No, the anaerobic conditions actually allow the wines to agai

undergo a slow maturation, bringing out more mouthfeel and

complexity through the lack of oxygen. This is why the wines wa

up when opened they have returned to aerobic conditions,

activating bouquet and flavors through the reintroduction of oxyg

Red wines, of course, take a parallel but different trajectory than

the whites. Just about all reds spend time in oak, and spring will

mean time to transfer, or rack, again as every few months barrels

need to be topped up to reduce the oxygen of headspace, and the

best way to address this is to conslidate into fewer barrels. This

causes a gradual reduction of the overall wine in the cellar as barre

wines are racked out of their homes and then into either a new bar

or a tank, some folks deciding to maintain the integrity of each win

lot while others allow for a general mixing in a larger tank before

going back to individual barrels again.

Any given red spends eighteen to twenty-four months in this

cycle, and along the way, each racking creates a natural fining effec

particles fall out of solution and end up in the belly of each barrel.

These lees provide for complexity but also possible microbial

contamination, which is why the monitoring of each wine in barre

and as it is racked is most important of all we can taste and smel

problems far quicker through sensory monitoring, and knowing thSpring brings warmth, and warmth speeds things up, simply mean

paying closer attention rather than necessarily doing anything at al

As I hope is clear, the reality of winemaking is that every step o

the process presents a series of options. Regardless of which are

chosen, or not, each time the winegrower chooses to tweak or not,

rack or not, how often, the logistics of the racking, etc., all leave an

impact on the final wine. While the processes are scientific,

measurable, and generally predictable, the application is where

experience and creativity come to the fore. Those willing to

experiment intentionally create an alternate path for their wines,

choosing differently at the moments above, while those calling

themselves minimally impactful or conservative seek to decide ordisturb as little as possible. There is no one right answer, which is

what makes winegrowing so much fun. If we knew all the answers

ahead of time, thered be no point in doing it since wines tend to

have mnds of their own. Consider that when you pop the next bo

and enjoy!

If I Could Keep Time in a Barrel

Josh Stein has been in the Napa wine business for more than a decade, and, in addition to being owner/winem

of the Stein Family Wine Group, which produces a nationally and internationally distributed portfolio of wine bra

and donates 5% of its sales to the children of wineworkers in the form of college scholarships and support funds, he

regularly consults for wineries and organizations throughout the North Bay and Coast via their subsidiaries, Discr

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BY ChARLES NEAVE

Do not be intimidated for any reason. That is rule number one

(and there are very few real rules after that). For the most part, going

wine tasting is about the easiest thing in the world, especially here inCalifornia where wineries and tasting rooms abound. You can find

wineries specializing in red wines of all types, those that are famous

for their white wines and others who pour sparkling wine. It is a

matter of doing a little research and planning your day. Most tasting

rooms open around 10 a.m. and close between 4:30 and 6 p.m.

Before you start off pack a few essentials:Water (plenty of

water) and something to snack on crackers or a baguette. Many

wineries have picnic areas and there are plenty of delis and bakeries

that can make up a lunch for you, or make your own. Which brings

us to eating and drinking, the kind that doesnt directly involve wine.

Be sure to nibble during the day and make sure you make time

for lunch. Two tips: drink at least twice as much water as you do

wine, and remember that you dont have to drink everything poured

into your glass. There is a reason tasting bars have dump buckets and

a pitcher of water to wash out your glass.

That said, here are some tips that have proven to be helpful and

are designed to help make the sensory adventure of wine tasting all

the more enjoyable.

Dont be afraid to ask questions. Time and time again I have

heard knowledgeable winery workers say that there is no such thing

as a stupid question, and they mean that.

You can drink what you want, in the order you want. If you

only like reds, say so; if you dont like sweet wines, speak up. But theidea of starting with whites, then going on to reds and then sweet

wines is a good guide.

Zinfandel is red. I am sure you know that but it never hurts to

remind everyone.

If there is a particular wine you want to try and it is not on

the list, ask. There might be a bottle around that was opened for a

trade tasting or by the winemaker. Most tasting rooms are happy to

pour a little if you show enthusiasm.

If you plan to take wine home with you, either in the car or on a

plane, buy a cardboard box with Styrofoam wine inserts. Fill it

during the day and this keeps wine from rolling around in the trunk.Check out the smaller wineries. It is a revelation.

Take notes on the wines you most enjoyed.

Take advantage of tours when the winery offers them, but keep

in mind that they take anywhere from 20 minutes to well over an

hour, so one a day is plenty.

Buy wines that you can only find at the winery. These often

include smaller (375 ml) bottles of limited production Ports or

dessert wines. Dont buy a wine you can get at a supermarket back

home. Youll pay more, and besides, whats the point?

Look for tasting rooms in towns. Many of these are cooperative

tasting rooms, where in one place you might find wines from a doz

or more small-to-medium premium producers. They are scattered

throughout the area and more are opening all the time.

Dont give too much thought to ratings and vintages. Its like

art: if you like it, its a good wine. It is as simple as that.

Remember that you dont have to do the driving. It takes no

more than a phone call to rent anything from a Town Car or restor

classic convertible to stretch limos and a 20-passenger bus. All hav

drivers that will stow your wine for you and the local companies

know the area. As to taking that wine home, ten people sharing on

of those impossibly long limousines is fine and fun, but if you all

plan to buy a couple of cases the trunk which is no bigger than a

normal luxury cars is going to fill up fast and youre going to finyourself filling the interior floor with boxes and using cases of

Cabernet as footrest.

Tell the transportation company what you have in mind and lis

to their advice. They know the territory and the people and

personalities.

Know your limits. If you get close to it let others taste and you

can listen. It beats ending the day in a blur, and if need be calling a

taxi is cheaper than the alternative.

And if at a seated tasting, dont be afraid to leave a gratuity.

more than worth the five or ten dollars to get wisdom and wine

and a great time.

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ONGOING

Bike, Hike and Kayak Trips

Explore te amazing outdoor world of te Central Coast Outdoors. Ten unique day

trips, including bicycling te legendary Pacific Coast higway, iking Big Sur and

kayaking among te profusion of bird life in Morro Bay. All trips include necessary

transportation, a gourmet picnic lunc and knowledgeable guide(s). $79-$119

Bike rentals available. Call for reservations. 888-873-5610

OCTOBER 10-145th Annual Central Coast Railroad Festival

Te Central Coast Railroad Festival is designed for te casual train buff and teavid rail fan. It celebrates rail's istory and future wile experiencing all types ofmodeling, rail excursions, concerts, films, exibits, ceremonies, istorical presen-tations and special programs. Activities will take place at numerous istorical andeducational railroad locations trougout San Luis Obispo and nortern SantaBarbara counties. Most events are free and family friendly. 805-773-4173www.ccrrf.com

ARROYO GRANDE

ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS

Teachers Appreciation Night at Phantom Rivers

In appreciation for all te dedication of scool district personnel. Stop by te

tasting room for appy our specials. 3:30-7pm, 25% discounts off all bottles and

$2.50 off any wine by te glass! www.pantomrivers.com, 805-481-9463

ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTHWinemakers Choice Night at Phantom Rivers

5-7pm, www.pantomrivers.com, 805-481-9463

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Arroyo Grande Farmers Market

Farm fres produce & flowers, art sow and live entertainment in te Arroyo

Grande City hall Parking Lot at 215 East Branc Street. 12-2:30pm

www.arroyograndevillage.org, 805-473-225 0

ONGOING SUNDAYS

Arroyo Grande Summer Concert SeriesRelax and enjoy free outdoor Sunday summer concerts wit food, drinks and icecream available. Explore te istoric downtown of Arroyo Grande wile visitinglocal sops and museums. www.arroyograndevillage.org July 1: Air National Guard Band of te West Coast July 15: Red Skunk Band July 29: Mean Gene Band

ONGOING WEDNESDAYSIce Cream Creating ~ A Family Affair!

Te Doc Burnstein's Ice Cream Lab Sow is a live performance tat involves te

wole audience! Live performances every Wednesday 7pm, Invent a brand new

flavor and watc it being made. www.docburnsteins.com, 805-474-4068

ONGOING

Winemakers Choice at Phantom Rivers

Te first Friday of every mont join Jon & Linda for teir Winemakers Coice

tasting. Jon will be pouring is favorites (or mention wat you like and were

sure e will open it for you)! 5-7pm, www.pantomrivers.com, 805-481-9463

JULY 4Fourth of July in the VillageJoin tem in celebration of te 4t of July at te Rotary Bandstand. Enjoy teVillage Band Concert at 1:00pm. hot Dogs, Lemonade and Ice Cream will beserved by te Sout County historical Society! Arroyo Grande in Bloom representa-tives will again be present and anding out gifts! www.arroyograndevillage.org

JULY 2724th Annual Arroyo Valley Car ShoCars are on display trougout te Village. Activities take place around tegazebo. A Best in Sow, Major's and President's tropy are awarded along witdozens of oters for various categories. Te sow is a fundraiser presented by teArroyo Valley Car Club, altoug no admission is carged for te public. Proceedsfrom entry fees, a raffle and oter activities are donated by te club to elp cari-table organizations in te Sout County. 805-489-9195www.arroyovalleycarclub.org

AUGUST 3Picnic in the Vineyard at Talley VineyardsTey invite club members to join tem for a picnic in te Vineyard. Tis relaxingafternoon will feature a delicious meal served family style among te vines ofteir estate vineyard. Enjoy a variety of Talley Vineyards wines paired witsummer salads and specialties from te grill. Reservations required. $6012-2:30pm, 805-489-0446 x20, www.talleyvineyards.com

AUGUST 11Central Coast Chili Festival & Cook-Off at Biddle ParkCuck Wagoncompetition, judged by event participants. Restaurants and o terfood service organizations can compete in te Red Cili, Vegetarian Cili and CiliVerde, divisions but te cili must be prepared in advance in a San Luis ObsipoCounty healt Dept. approved facility and brougt to te event. Winners receiveplaques. $35 to enter. Five Cili Tastings ($5 for additional 10 tastings), Live Enter-tainment , Wild West Demonstrations. $5, cildren under 12 free11am-5pm, www.centralcoastcilicallenge.org

AUGUST 24Pinot Release Day at Talley VineyardsCelebrate te release of teir 2011 Pinot Noirs wit tastings and so muc more!10:30am-4pm, www.talleyvineyards.com

AVILA BEACH

ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBERAvila Beach Farmers' MarketFres Produce, Food Boots, Entertainment, Family Fun. 4-8pmwww.avilabeac.com

ONGOING THROUGH AUGUSTAlapay "Avila Baywatch" Sunset CruiseTis will be teir 6t year of doing tis wonderful and fun event rigt ere in teAvila Bay! Experience Avila Beac from te calm waters of te bay, wile enjoyingappetizers, live music wit Steve Meyers and plenty of Alapay wine. Always a sell-out, and limited to just 44 people per cruise, so mark your calendars and be sureto sign up early! Port San Luis, Avila Beac, $70 (per cruise), 6:30-8:30pm 805-595-2632 or email [email protected]. Friday, August 16 (Scott's birtday) Friday, August 30 (Labor Day Weekend)

JULY 11-14Central Coast Wine ClassicTis four day event features food, wine and more! Te weekend boasts a dinnereld at te famed hearst Castle, wine symposiums and tastings and a rare andfine wine lifestyle auction. www.slowine.com

CAYUCOS, CAMBRIA & MORRO

JULY 4Independence Day in CayucosFourt of July is a fabulous day in Cayucos. Te sand sculptures are created by cil-dren, novices and professionals. (Maybe you would like to build one?) Tey aretruly works of art. Te ometown parade is a deligt to all. Make sure you comeearly to find parking and your observation spot. And te fireworks display beingsot off te pier? Well, come see for yourself. Find tat special spot on te beacand enjoy te sow. Cayucos rocks on te Fourt of July!www.cayucoscamber.com

JULY 4Picnic in the ParkCambria's annual 4t of July celebration is eld at Samel Park wit fun familyevents, music and bar-b-que all day long. A spectacular fireworks display beginsat dusk and will ligt up te sky for miles along te coast. 10am-10pmwww.cambriacamber.org

JULY 44th of July in Morro BaySkateboard race, parade and family fun! Enjoy a day of festive activities endingwit fireworks. 805-776-3301, www.morrobay.org

JULY 4-74th of July Weekend Peddler's FaireTake a stroll along te many vendors selling antiques, omemade products, fleamarket items, cloting, jewelry and more. Bring an appetite too, weter youcoose to satisfy it wit delectable's from visiting vendors or some of Cayucos'great eateries. 9am-4pm, www.cayucoscamber.com

JULY 4-7Summer Art in the Park

Vendors display a variety of arts and crafts in Morro Bay Park. 805-772-2504www.morrobay.org

JULY 6-7Art at the GreenSponsored jointly by te Joslyn Center and te center's Lawn Bowls Club, tefundraiser is an outdoor sow of original art tat will financially benefit botsponsors. Artwork will be ung on te fences surrounding te green, wit visitorsstrongly discouraged from walking on te green. Initially te sow will featureoriginal artwork by tree Joslyn members: Sal Buongiorno, Watercolor; LyndaOlsen Adelson, Mixed Media and Metal Collage; and Micael Adelson, Fine ArtDigitalized Potograpy.12-4pm, 805-927-3364, www.cambriacamber.org

JULY 13Rock to Pier RunParticipants run te six mile stretc from te ROCK in Morro Bay to te pier inCayucos wit festivities following! 8am, Morro Bay Parks & Recreation805-772-6278, www.morrobay.org

JULY 14-15

Cambria Summer Fair

Artists and craftspeople from all over California will be presenting tte Cambria Veterans' Building parking lot. Admission is free and tpancake breakfast available bot days from 8-11am at te adjoininLegion club ouse. Join tem for a wonderful and interesting day inCambria! 9am-5pm, 805-296-9200, www.cambriacamber.org

JULY 27

11th Annual "Great Kitchens of Cambria" Tour

Self-guided. Starting information and map included wit ticket. Eiga wide range of styles plus many special features. Eac kitcen offecance to sample gourmet treats, beverages, wine tasting, view kitdemos & displays and enter drawings for prizes. Raffle tickets may all locations for $1 eac or six for $5. $35 advance, $40, 11am-3pm805-927-2856, www.ffrpcambria.org

JULY 27

Creekside Art Festival

Please join Greenspace for te Creekside Art Festival. It will be locatGreenspace Creekside Reserve (2264 Center St. in Cambria's historicVillage.) Local artist only, wine and beer for sale, a percentage of tbenefit Greenspace. Free, 12-4pm, 805-927-2866, www.greenspac

AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 2

Summer Art in the Park

Vendors display a variety of arts and crafts in Morro Bay Park. MorroAssociation 805-772-2504

AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 2Labor Day Weekend Peddler's Faire

Take a stroll along te many vendors selling antiques, omemade pmarket items, cloting, jewelry and more. Bring an appetite too, wcoose to satisfy it wit delectables from visiting vendors or some ogreat eateries. 7am-4pm, Cayucos Creek Lot(between hardie Park and Ocean Ave.) www.cayucoscamber.com

PASO ROBLES

ONGOING MONTH OF JULY

Castoro Cellars Art Exhibit

July's featured artist Jos K imball is an establised California nativeCome and enjoy tese scenic sots and enjoy some Dam Fine Wineimmersed in college life at UC Santa Barbara, Jos Kimball began sof anyting and everyting wit no formal training and a basic SLRgraduating, a few of is images ran in leading publications, and wobby soon became a career pat as dozens of national and interna

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ONGOING FIRST FRIDAYS

First Fridays Sip-N-Sing at Doce Roble

Join teir staff at Doce Robles Winery te first Friday of every montkaraoke, sippin and sunsets. Enjoy wines by te glass at only $5 or partisan ceeses and locally cured meats for just $10. Enjoy sipping omany delicious wines next to te vineyards. Wines will be sold by tte bottle. Sing and sip into te sunsets. 5:30-8pm, www.docerobl805-227-4766

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Wine Down at Hearthstone

Enjoy music and ligt appetizers. Different musicians play and te BBQWinemaker Paul as several food and wine pairings e cannot wait totaste! Coming into town for te weekend, stop by before dinner, or if ycome enjoy yourself after a long work week! www.eartston evineya805-238-2544

ONGOING FRIDAYS THOUGH JULY

Sunset Happy Hour at Mondo Cellars

Join tem for teir Friday Nigt Sunset happy hour... Every Friday tOctober, 5pm-Sunset. Wine by te glass and by te bottle. Enjoy liventertainment and reasonably priced gourmet catered appetizers. Ncarge. www.mondocellars.com July 5: Billy Foppiano of te Migty Croondogs

ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER

Train Wreck Friday's At Pomar Juncti

Relax and unwind from a stressful week wit Pomar Junction winesPulled Pork Sandwices available for purcase. Wines available to pbottle or glass. Enjoy a beautiful sunset over te vineyard and rollinpicturesque views. Event is complimentary to Parlour Club membergeneral, 5:30-8:30pm, www.pomarjunction.com July 19t - Unfinised Business

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JULY 2013 WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTH | CALENDAR OF EVEN

ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

Pinot Noir Blending Seminar

at Wild Horse Winery

Templeton Learn te art of blending wine. Experience first and wat being

a winemaker is all about. Sample Pinot Noirs from te Central Coast AVA and

learn wat terroir truly means. Eac participant creates teir own blend to take

ome. $50, $35/wine club. By appointment 11am or 2pm, Limit 10

www.wildorsewinery.com, RSVP, 805-434-2541 ext. 15


Patio Food Pairings at Opolo Vineyards

Join tem on te patio for delicious gourmet pizzas from teir wood burning

oven, sandwices or sample an array of sausages, all paired wit excellent

Opolo wines. Ceers! www.opolo.com, 805-238-9593

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Tours & Tastings at Eberle Winery

VIP Tastings by appointment, $25, Complimentary cave tours every alf our

www.eberlewinery.com, 805-238-9607

ONGOING

Art Show at Castoro Cellars

A different artist montly. www.castorocellars.com, 805-238-0725

July: Jos Kimball

ONGOING

Lazy Locals Concerts at Castoro CellarsPicnics welcome. Lawn cairs & blankets encouraged. Kick back in te sade

and enjoy te fun. Castoro Cellars Wine will be available for purcase. 1-4pm

free, www.castorocellars.com, 805-238-0725

ONGOING

Live Music on the Patio

at Niner Wine Estates

1-4pm, www.ninerwine.com, 805-239-2233

ONGOING

2013 Friday Fte at Silver Horse Winery

Friday Fte is our montly event eld in te Silver horse Winery Gardens.Winemaker, Stepen Kroener, and is staff will prepare gourmet fare for you toenjoy wile listening to great music and tasting fantastic wines. Fete Fridaysare a great way to start off your weekend wit a bang! Bring your lawn cairs,your friends, and your appetite. 5:30-8:30pm, $10-$15, 805-467-WINEwww.silverorse.com July 19 - Cuesta Ridge Mountain Boys

ONGOING SATURDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 31

Live Music Saturdays

at Broken Earth Winery

Every Saturday from June 1 to August 31 tey will be aving music outsideteir tasting room. Wine for sale by te glass or bottle. 1-5pm, Complimentary805-239-2562, ww w.brokeneartwinery.com

ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER

Paso Summer Concert Series

at Calcareous Vineyard

Rock out on top of te world at te Calcareous Summer Concert Series. Guestscan indulge in wine by te glass or bottle as well as Food & Wine Pairings.6-9pm, $15 per person, 805-239-0289, www.calcareous.com

ONGOING THIRD THURSDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER

Summer Sunset Concert at Pear Valley

Join tem for tis complimentary concert on teir patio. Bring a picnic andenjoy te scenery. Pear Valley wine available for purcase by te glass or bottle.5:30-8:30pm, 805-237-2861, www.pearvalley.com

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Winemaker Wednesdays at the Paso Wine Centre

6-9pm, $12/wine fligt, additional $12/food pairing

www.pasowinecentre.com, 80 5-239-9156

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Live Music at the Paso Wine Centre

8-10pm, free, www.pasowinecentre.com, 805-239-9156

ONGOING SUNDAYS

Live Music at Sculpterra

Live entertainment sponsored by "Songwriters At Play."

1-4pm, free, www.sculpterra.com

ONGOING

Go Ballooning

Enjoy incredible views of te wine country of Paso Robles, Atascadero, San

Miguel and Templeton. You float along at 2-3 miles per our from an altitude

of a few feet up to several tousand feet above te ground. 1-4 passengers

per trip. Weater permitting. Call for reservations. www.sloballoon.com

805-458-1530

ONGOING EVERY OTHER SATURDAYSaturday Live at Vina RoblesEvery oter Saturday, you are invited to slow down from your week, sit backand enjoy live music - all wile savoring award-winning Vina Robles wines.Wine for purcase & tastings available. Complimentary, 1-4pmwww.vinarobles.com 805-227-4812

ONGOING EVERY OTHER SATURDAYSunday Brunch at Veris CellarsCatered brunc & bottomless mimosas. Templeton, 11am-2pm$25, $18/witout mimosas, www.veriscellars.com, 805-434-0319

ONGOING EVERY SECOND SUNDAY

Central Coast Railroad Festival Wine-Train Excursions

Te excursions include a trip up te Cuesta Grade to Paso Robles on Amtrak's

Coast Starligt, complimentary wine tasting, ligt lunc snacks, rail istory and

a private bus trip down to San Luis Obispo. Te winter excursions begin and end

at Anglim Winery in te istorical Soutern Pacific Depot next to te Paso

Robles Amtrak Station.

JULY 4

4th of July Annual Celebrationat Robert Hall WineryJoin tem for wine, dinner and dancing under te stars and among te vines.Teyll ave games for te kids, BBQ by te Ribline and live entertainment byte Tom Nolan Band. 6-10pm, $42, $34/Club, $22/Cildren (6-12)805-239-1616, www.robertallwinery.com

JULY 44th of July Americana BBQat EOS Estate WineryCelebrate all tings red, wite and blue wit an Eos BBQ. Live music, BBQ bySteins Catering of Red Oak Grilled Tri Tip Sandwices, grilled veggies, bakedbeans and dessert. Bring a blanket or lawn cair to enjoy teir vineyard lawnwit te perfect view of te city fireworks. Sorry no outside alcool allowed.6-10pm, eosvintage.com

JULY 4July 4th at Pear Valley VineyardsSpend te oliday wit Pear Valley. Teir patio is te perfec t spot to ave a

picnic and enjoy te fireworks wit your favorite Pear Valley wine. Relax andlisten to te classic rock/blues of hard Times, playing from 5pm-8pm. PearValley wine will be available for purcase by te glass or bottle.Complimentary, www.pearvalley.com

JULY 6Forks n' Corks Festival at Halter RanchForks n' Corks Fest 2013 will be osted rigt at halter Ranc Winery. Tis eventwill bring people from all over California togeter in one setting to enjoy allbeverages tat ave been corked. 4-8pm, w ww.JugCountry.com

JULY 646 West Summer Block Partyat Castoro CellarsTe Block Party includes wine tasting wit te 17 member wineries in a casualmini-wine festivalatmospere, along wit great grub and live music to dancete nigt away to...all for $35! 6:30pm, www.paso46westwineries.com

JULY 6-7Fourth of July Celebration Weekend

at Niner WinesSaturday features live music from 1-4 pm by local musicians, Te Migty CroonDogs, and Los Robles Cafe serving teir famous Tacos Al Pastor ($10 for treetacos). Tacos are slow roasted on a vertical spit, served wit fres onions andcilantro, accompanied by a big slice of grilled onion and pineapple. Sunday, alocal roots, rock and reggae powerouse band called Resination will play on teoutdoor patio from 1-4 pm. And te wonderfully creative Cef Tom Fundarowill serve a variety of gourmet lunc items (prices vary) from is mobilegourmet food truck, named appropriately Fundaro's Foodstream. Wine tasting,wines by te glass and oter specials will be available trougout teweekend. www.ninerwine.com

JULY 13Opolo's 8th Annual Winemaking ExperienceOne of te most anticipated events of te year, Opolo's annual WinemakingExperience gives you te opportunity to become a winemaker for te day. Youwill get a cance to taste, mix and create wat you deem to be te perfectblend. $115, $100/Wine Club Members, 80 5-238-9593, www.opolo.com

JULY 13

5th Annual Central Coast Lavender Festival

Te free event celebrates te lavender industryan emerging localproductand features lavender producers from trougout te county, wwill serve tastes of lavender cuisine, sampling of lavender oils, dipping saulavender ice cream, and education on lavender, lavender growing, and susable farming practices.Tere will be free seminars on distilling lavender, bfits of lavender and demonstrations trougout te day in te City ParkGazebo. Music, a special cildrens activities area, local lavender growers a

vendors, arts, a Lavender Tasting Garden wit tastes to purcase, and freesamples and demonstrations. Accompanying te Lavender Festival is a jurarts sow, plus a variety of food and festival vendors. 10am-5pm805-233-3288, w ww.centralcoastlavenderfestival.com

JULY 20

Winemaker, and Walk About & Luncheon

at Red Soles Winery

Randy Pillips will lead te group on a pleasant walking tour of MiraclesRanc, rigt from te Red Soles Barrel Room. Learn te nuances of tisundred-acre property wile out amongst te vines. he will explain somete Red Soles sustainable growing pilosopy as you trek from tasting stato tasting station. You will enjoy a tasty lunc in te Barrel Room and te noon will be rounded out wit a bit of barrel tasting of some up and comiRed Soles vintages. 11:30am-2pm, RSVP required, www.redsoleswinery.c

JULY 20

SLOFolks Outdoor Concert:

John Jorgenson Quintet at Castoro Cella

Te Jon Jorgenson Quintet features guitarist Jon Jorgenson, a foundingmember of te Desert Rose Band, te hellecasters and six-year member oElton Jon's Band. At a Jon Jorgenson Quintet performance, audiences aamazed by Jon's dazzling quitar work as well as is mastery as a clarinetplayer and vocalist. Weter playing is own accessible compositions or cstandars, Jon and is band make music tat is equally romantic and ecstplayed wit virtuosity and soul. Wit te elp of Doug Martin on gypsy guJason Anick on jazz violin, Rick Reed on drums and Simon Planting on basband is sure to deligt. Join tem for a nigt under te stars for a sow yowon't soon forget! Dinner for purcase provided by Bon Temps Creole CafeSome seating provided but bring a lowbacked cair. 7pm, $22www.castorocellars.com

JULY 20

Painting Party at Eberle Winery

Imagine if you willa beautiful sunset wit a vineyard view from te EbWinery deck. Paintbrus in and, food and wine, and a local artist to elcreate a masterpiece of your own. Te easels, te paints and supplies, tecanvas and te inspiration will all be ere. And wen you finis your one

kind painting, you can take it ome to remember your time at Eberle. 5-8$70, 805-238-9607, email [email protected]

JULY 20

Wine & Food Pairing Cruise

on the Papagallo II

Join Niner Wine Estates aboard te Papagallo II, Morro Bays premiere cruyact for an afternoon of food and wine! Cruise te Morro Bay harbor for tours wile sipping and tasting your way troug a five course lunc prepby Cef Leonard Gentieu. Eac course features te fresest Central Coast indients and wine pairings expertly paired by teir director of ospitality,heater Lane. Reservations are required and seating is limited. $85805-239-2233 or email [email protected], 1-4pm, www.ninerwine.c

JULY 21

San Francisco Giants Game

with Wild Horse Winery

Te Expressions of te Vine Wine Club, along wit winemakers from teir

partner wineries, would like to invite you to tis dont wannna missevenJoin tem in a private event area called Triples Alleyas tey pour wines fall over California, paired wit traditional (and not-so-traditional) ballparfood. Te event will run from 1 0:30am until our before first pitc. Tickare $125 wic includes access to te party plus your seats in Lower Box. 8577-3597 or email [email protected]

JULY 27

Wine Education: Riedel Glass Seminar

with Sylvie Laly at Niner Wine Estates

Wat difference does a wine glass make to te aromatics and flavors of a Attend teir Riedel Glass Seminar presented by Riedel Director of Sales, SyLaly, and you will see glassware in a wole new ligt. In addition to te clitself, eac guest will receive one set of 3 Vinum XL Red Tasting glasses toome, a retail value of $100! Class space is limited and reservations arerequired. 11am-1pm, $70, $56 CLUB 9, $52.50 CLUB 9 Onyx805-239-2233 or email [email protected], www.ninerwine.com


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Blending Parties at Red Soles Winery

Come join your fellow Red Soles wine lovers as tey complete for te ClubMembers Blend. Meet down at te Barrel Room, were tey ave tables readyto go wit unmarked bottles of wine, beakers, notepads and pens. It is up toyou and your team to create your favorite blend and ope tat it wins it all!Bring your discriminating palate and your clever foot and soe names too!Teyll be serving a gourmet lunc to elp you power troug your session.RSVP required. www.redsoleswinery.com, and most versatile ceeses. 5pm,$75

email [email protected] 3

Cooking Class: Bacon Basicswith Chef Maegen Loring at Niner Wine

In tis ands-on cooking class, students will join San Luis Obispo Cef MaegenLoring for an unforgettable culinary journey were every recipe calls for a littlebacon! Bacon isn't just for breakfast, silly. Tere are many applications forbacon tat go beyond te traditional bacon and eggs for breakfast. Studentswill learn ow to utilize America's favorite breakfast food to add incredibleflavor in upscale lunc and dinner recipes. From pork belly to pancetta, smokedbacon and cured bacon, students will learn te difference between tese cutsof meat, ow tey are cured and wat is te best application for eac. Learnte basics of cooking wit bacon in tis incredibly fun cooking class at NinerWine Estates! At te end of te class, students will sit down to enjoy an inti-mate, family-style meal were eac course is paired perfectly wit Niner WineEstates wines. 11am-3pm, $155, $124/CLUB 9 and $116.25/CLUB 9 Onyxmembers. Reservations are required. Please call 805-239-2233 or email toreserve your spot today, www.ninerwine.com

AUGUST 3

SLOFolks Outdoor Concert: Oliver Mtukudzi& the Black Spirits at Castoro Cellars

Get ready to get up and dance wit tis Zimbabwean musician and is awardwinning band. Performing wit is band te Black Spirits Oliver Mtukudzi aswritten and performed some of te most eart rending music against atredand violence. he as composed music appealing for restraint, fortolerancemusic about self-discipline and peace among te people of teworld. his music as continued to touc people in many different ways, guidingand stirring past generations in te same manner te compositions will impacton te future. Tis is an outdoor sow. Some seating provided but you arewelcome to bring a low back cair. Dinner for purcase by Tomas hillOrganics. 7pm, $25, ww w.castorocellars.com

AUGUST 3

Wine and Music Fest at Mondo CellarsA benefit event for Almond Acres Carter Academy. Terry Furlong, formermember of te Grass Roots, Acoustify, Out of te Blue, Te Locke Broter and

Sean Locke. Catering by Mamas Meatball serving fres pizza, salads and pasta.$15, $10/members, 12-7pm, w ww.mondocellars.com

AUGUST 10

Paso Robles Winemaker Cook-OffOver te past 12 years, te Winemakers' Cookoff as raised more tan $350,000for local yout scolarsips. In 2010, te Rotary's Foundation awarded $30,000in ig-scool senior scolarsips. Your support will ensure tat te RotaryClub and te Cookoffs' dedication to iger education. Te exceptional wine-makers of Paso Robles very generously donate teir time, wine, food, staff andculinary expertise to make tis event truly memorable. Part of te fun andexcitement as Cookoff wineries vying for coveted te People's Coice' andJudges' Coice' awards. Te competition is expected to be more intense tanever to influence voting by attendees and celebrity judges. Enjoy coice wineand excellent food prepared by some of te best winemakers in te Paso RoblesAppellation. Tickle your tastebuds, listen to live music and ave a great timewile benefiting local ig-scool seniors. Come join tem for tis unique,must-attend event. 6pm, winemakerscookoff.com

AUGUST 17Educational Wine Seminar in the Cavernat Robert Hall Winery

Join tem for an exclusive, educational wine seminar in teir wine cavern,exploring Robert hall wines. Te event starts at 11am and includes lunc.$25, Seating is limited, 805-239-1616, www.robertallwinery.com

AUGUST 17

J. Lohr Wine Club Annual Hilltop BarbecueIf youre up for some relaxation and fun, join tem in te hilltop Vineyard viate Paso Robles Wine Trolley tis summer! Tey will be firing up te grill andtreating teir guests to teir scrumptious grilled dinner featuring Cef J.D.sFamous Grilled Cicken wit Super-Secret Seasoning and 28 Day Dry-Aged RibEye Steaks fres off te oak barbecue. hearty barbecue food, great J. Lorwines and entertainment are a sure ting! Reservations are required; 2 guestsmaximum per club membersip. 5:30-8pm, $50 members, $60805-239-8900, email [email protected], www.jlor.com

AUGUST 17

Wine Club Exclusive Blending Session

at Calcareous Vineyard

Come learn te art of blending from winemaker, Jason Joyce, and make yourown blend to be judged by te winemakers. You will enjoy a lunc togeterafter all your ard work! Complimentary, 10am, RSVP [email protected], www.castorocellars.com

AUGUST 17

The Tenth Annual Paso Robles Olive Festival

Bring te family for a day of Olive Inspired Fun! Free Olive Oil and Olive productsampling. Producers from all over California. Culinary Row serving great food.Wine & Beer Tasting. Open Olive Dis Cooking Contest. Free Olive Oil Ice Cream.10am-5pm, w ww.pasoroblesolivefestival.com

AUGUST 17-18

Backstage Barrel Weekend

with the 46 West Wineries

Tis is your opportunity to go "backstage" at te 46 West Wineries. Meet wine-makers, sample wines straigt from te barrel, buy futures of your favorites.Purcase a Backstage Barrel Pass for $20, wic includes your Barrel Pass and acommemorative wine glass and you are entitled to Barrel Tastings at partici-pating 46 West Wineries all weekend long.www.paso46westwineries.com

AUGUST 23

Eberle's First Dine in the Vines Dinner

Celebrate one of te prettiest times of te year in te vineyard and toast togreat wine and good ealt wit teir first ever Dine in te Vinesevent on te

Estate Vineyard in Paso Robles. Te evening will feature ors doeuvres and afour course family-style dinner, wit Eberle wines and music served in teambiance of teir beautiful Estate vineyard. Limited to 50 guests. 6:30-dark$100, $80 Cellar Club members, www.eberlewinery.com

AUGUST 24

Paso Macaroni & Cheese Festival

at Le Vigne Winery

Over 25 top restaurants dising up gourmet macaroni & ceese samples tattey are known for, could be family recipes, could be te next recipe forsuccess. Come ungry and remember to savor te flavor. Judges will coose tetop 3 - tose will win a rater large prize. Tere will also be a Peoples CoiceAward! 20+ wineries and Barrel house Brew (exclusive brew) will be poured.Retail items will be available for consumers & guests to ceck out from oliveoils to ceese, almonds, gelato and more! Live Entertainment, Te Krus Court-yard welcomes Mark Adams- One Time Spaceman band to perform. Bring yourown blanket or cair if you'd like! Enjoy te day on te lawn. 2-6pmwww.pasomacandceesefest.com

AUGUST 31Vineyard View Sunset BBQ

at Halter Ranch

Vineyard views abound from te deck of our new winery. You'll spend arelaxing summer evening wit friends at tis new halter Ranc event. CefCarlie will prepare is famous La Caja Cina style roast pig, wic will beserved family style along wit a variety summer inspired dises. 6pm, $85,$68/Wine Club Members, [email protected] or call toll free888-367-9977

AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 1

Beaverstock! Wine-Loving Peace & Music

at Castoro Cellars

Wen you reac milestones in your life, career, marriage etc. its usually a goodidea to celebrate and enjoy wat you ave accomplised. Tis is a big year forCastoro Cellars, as tis year marks teir 30t anniversary! Tey ave decided tocelebrate wit a festival Beaverstockover Labor Day weekend tat will featuretwo days of wine-loving, peace and music! And, to top it all off, te event is a

benefit for te local non-profit MUST!, wic focuses on sustainable ealt andope in te Nortern Region of SLO county. 12-10pm, $30/day pass, $50/twoday pass, w ww.castorocellars.com

AUGUST 31-SEPETEMBER 1

Labor Day Weekend Celebration

at Niner Wine Estates

Soak up te sun, musical tunes and gourmet foods all weekend long at Niner!Saturday's agenda features te iconic tunes performed by raggae band, NitelyIrie, led by vocalist Vince Faie from 1-4 pm, and Caribbean-inspired luncitems by Cef Jeff Weisinger of Jeffrys Catering. Sunday, Vince Faie will beback, but tis time wit is Resination band mates to back up is vocals from1-4 pm. Fundaro's Foodstream, a mobile gourmet food truck will arrive at Nineraround lunc time to ser ve up delicious wine country cuisine. Wine tasting,wines by te glass and oter specials will be available trougout teweekend. www.ninerwine.com

PISMO BEACH/SHELL BEACH

ONGOING

Complimentary Limousine Service

with Pismo Beach Winery

Teir complimentary limousine service eliminates te need for a designat

driver. Relax and travel in style on your wine tasting excursion to Pismo Be

Winery. Must be at least 21 years old, allow approximately one our.

Limousine only travels from your resort to teir winery and back.

Free, www.pismobeacwinery.com, 805-773-9463

ONGOING

Hearst Castle Tours

Led by an experienced guide, tour hearst Castle and encounter first-and

majesty and beauty of tis istorical treasure. www.earstcastle.org

800-444-4445

ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

Art Gallery Events Art After Dark

Various art galleries stay open late & ost artist receptions wit wine & c

6-9pm, Downtown San Luis Obispo, www.sloartcouncil.org, 805-544-925

SAN LUIS OBISPO


Master the Art of Wine and Cheese

at Tolosa Winery

Four ceeses are served using only artisan and/or farmstead products. Win

paired wit eac ceese, utilizing te principles of balance and armony.

11am-4pm, www.tolosawinery.com, RSVP, 805-782-0500

ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 30Food Truck Fridays at Tolosa WineryStart te weekend off wit Food Truck Friday on te Tolosa patio. Guests wenjoy live music along wit wine and food available for purcase.www.tolosawinery.com

JULY 11Wine Club Pick up Party at Tolosa Winery

Enjoy a ceese pairing wit te first release of our 2011 "Pure" Cardonnaa food pairing wit teir new release of 2011 Merlot. RSVP 805-782-0500,email [email protected], Complimentary for wine club members, upparty of two. Guest fee: $20 non-member, refundable wit Wine Club sign5:30-7:30pm, www.tolosawinery.com

JULY 13Chamisal Vineyards 40th Anniversary Cebration

Join tem in celebrating teir 40 year anniversary! Celebrate Camisal Stwit te release of teir exclusive 40t Anniversary Cardonnay, made frooriginal Camisal Clone! Make sure to come and cat-it-up wit te wine-makers and pivotal figures from Camisals istory. Enjoy great music and beautiful meal served family style by Cef Jeff Scott. It is going to be anamazing time full of good wine, food and great friends! ComplimentaryCamisal 40t Anniversary glass included wit ticket price. 5-8pm, $65 ClMember (up to 4 tickets at Club Price), $75, RSVP by July 1 [email protected], www.camisalvineyards.com

AUGUST 35th Annual Lobsterfestat Chamisal Vineyards Winery5:30-8:30pm, 805-541-9463, w ww.camisalvineyards.com

AUGUST 24-25Stone Soup Musical FestivalTis annual event is one of Grover Beac's largest! Enjoy diverse samples omusic in a fun, family environment. Tere will be a salsa contest, a ealt activities for kids from te Exploration Station and lots of vendor boots a

Ramona Garden Park Center location! Free, Saturday 10am-9pmSunday 11am-5pm, www.slowine.com

LOMPOC/BUELLTON

ONGOING SECOND & FOURTH WEDNESDAY

Quiz Night

at Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.

6:30-10pm, www.figmtnbrew.com, 805-694-2252

ONGOING FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS

Live Music

at Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.

6:30-10pm, www.figmtnbrew.com, 805-694-2252

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ONGOING EVERY OTHER SATURDAY

Central Coast Tasting Series

at Avant Tapas and Wine

www.avantwines.com, 805-686-4742

JULY 6

Foley Estates Pork and Pinot BBQ

BBQ pairing different presentations of pork wit Foley Estates Pinot Noir.

12-3pm, 805-737-6222, www.foleywines.com

LOS OLIVOS/FOXEN CANYON

JULY 13

2nd Annual Bastille Day Celebration

at Coghlan Vineyard and Jewelers

Celebrate Bastille Day, Los Olivos-style, in te beautiful gardens of Coglan

Vineyard and Jewelers! Eac guest will receive a souvenir wine glass, wic will

allow tem to sample te pours from 12 wineries paired along wit tasty offer-

ings from restaurants, caterers, and a cocolatier. Enjoy live music performed

by te So Wat Kombo jazz quartet and live entertainment provided by

Judeens Middle Eastern Dance Studio under sady trees, wile kicking up your

eels wit fine wine, fine friends, and fine food! Early-bird $55, $65

12-3pm, www.losolivosca.com

AUGUST 10

Dinner in the Vineyard

at Stolpman VineyardsJoin te Stolpman's for an extraordinary nigt of amazing Food, Wine &

Friends! Family Style Dinner under teir Giant California Oak. Wine club

members $125pp, guests $150pp, 4-8pm, www.stolpmanvineyards.com

SANTA BARBARA

ONGOING THURSDAYS

Pizza Party at Corks n Crowns

Fine wine and craft beer pairing wit Full of Life Flatbread Gourmet Pizza.

4-7pm, www.corksandcrowns.com, 805-845-8600

ONGOING SUNDAYS

Cupcakes & Sparkling Wine

at Corks n Crowns

11:30am, www.corksandcrowns.com, 805-845-8600

ONGOING SATURDAY & SUNDAYLive Music at Oreana Winery

Wine tasting and wine by te glass, 2-5pm, ww w.oreanawinery.com

ONGOING MONDAYS

Monday Night Movie Night at Oreana Winery

Event is inside but it gets cilly so dress accordingly. Folding cairs are provided

but feel free to bring your own. You may bring a picnic but no outside alcool

allowed. Wine, popcorn and candy available for purcase.

6:30-9:30pm, www.oreanawinery.com, 805-962-5857

JULY 18-20

10th Annual California Wine Festival

Wine, food, music, sun and sea. Experience te quintessential California wine

tasting and enjoy undreds of California's finest vintage wines, delicious

gourmet foods and lively music. Discover new wines at every festival, find a

new favorite and pair it wit a dizzying variety of fres gourmet appetizers likeartisan breads, ceeses, olive oils and so muc more. Enjoy an afternoon of

unlimited fun, food and music at te biggest wine festival under te sun!

www.californiawinefestival.com

JULY 26-28

Urban Wine Trail's

2nd Annual Passport Weekend

Tey invite guests to sip teir way along te Urban Wine Trail wile enjoying a

weekend of wine, food and fun in te Santa Barbara sunsine. Take advantage

of special opportunities to meet winemakers, enjoy exclusive tastings and

receive discounts on bottle purcases! Passport Includes: logo glass, tasting at

all UWT member tasting rooms, 10% discount on wine purcases, SB Pedicab

& Urban Wine Trolley transportation between wineries. Tickets $75 on or after

July 1st, w ww.urbanwinetrailsb.com

SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON

ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBERVineyard Concert Seriesat Firestone VineyardJoin tem at te winery for teir free Vineyard Concert Series trougSeptember. Enjoy Firestone wines by te glass or by te bottle; te tastingroom will offer wine s pecials all nigt long. Big Tom's Backyard BBQ will be onsite offering your favorites ot off te grill so come and celebrate music in tewine country! , 6-9pm, complimentary, www.firestone.com

July 5 - Te Grassoppers

July 12 - Te Mutineers July 19 - Santa Rosa July 26 - Te Fossils

ONGOING MONDAY-THURSDAYCosta de Oro Happy Hour4-6pm, wine by te glass $7, $5 club members www.cdowinery.com805-922-1468

ONGOING

Friday Night Wine Down at Costa de Oro

Great way to start your weekend! Enjoy live music, wine tasting and ceese

plates. 5-8pm, www.cdowinery.com, 805-922-1468

ONGOING SUNDAYS

Champagne Sunday Brunch

at the Historic Santa Maria Inn

Enjoy a variety of selected meats, carving stations and an omelette station along

wit a salad bar. Tey also feature traditional breakfast fare, many side dises

and an elaborate and delicious dessert station. 10am-2pm, $21.95/adults$18.95/seniors, $12.95/cildren, www.santamariainn.com, 805-928-7777

JULY 19-21Chardonnay SymposiumTe Cardonnay Symposium, named one of te top ten wine events in Cali-fornia by LA Weekly, will once again unfold in te storied Santa Maria Valleyappellation over te course of tree days in 2013. Join over 50 Cardonnayproducers from around te world for an insigtful weekend of education andexploration designed to enligten wine consumers, industry professionals andmedia on Cardonnay wine producing regions and winemaking styles, andteir effects on Americas favorite wine. To learn more about Te CardonnaySymposium, to obtain a media pass, or to purcase tickets, please visitwww.tecardonnaysymposium.com or [email protected].

SANTA YNEZ

ONGOING

Glider Rides at the Airport

Santa Ynez, www.gliderrides.com, 805-688-2517

ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST

The Summer Pass

Enjoy te ultimate in wine tasting! Wit te purcase of a Santa Ynez Wine

Country Summer Pass, you can design your own wine tasting experience any

time during te Summer Pass s eason. www.santaynezwinecountry.com

SOLVANG

ONGOING TUESDAYS

Open Mic Night at Carivintas Winery

Come in and sowcase your talent to be considered for an upcoming gig at

Carivintas. 5-7pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331

ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAYSWine WalkEac mont on te Tird Wednesday - enjoy wine tasting wile strollingtroug te Village of Solvang. Most wine tasting rooms offer special discounts

to Wine Walk participants on wine & mercandise. $20 (cas only please)includes a Solvang Tird Wednesday logo glass, map and tasting at 5 places ofyour coice. Tickets available at Te Olive house (1661 Mission Dr), Sort TisOut Cellars (1636 Copenagen Dr) or Wandering Dog Wine Bar(1539 Mission Dr), www.solvang3rdwednesday.com

ONGOING WEDNESDAYSSolvang Farmer's MarketFres produce, flowers and foods. First Street, Solvang. 2:30-6pmwww.sbfarmersmarket.org

ONGOING THURSDAYS

Wandering Dog Wine Bar presents

Blind Tasting Thursday

Callenge your palate and learn about wine at te same time! Every mont

features a different region. No reservations required. 4-7pm, $15

www.wanderingdogwinebar.com, 805-686-9126

ONGOING THURSDAYS

Teachers Night at Carivintas Winery

All teacers are invited. Receive discounts and play games. 5-7pm

www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Movie Night at Carivintas Winery

6-9pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331

ONGOING EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Live Music in the Tasting Room

at Sort This Out Cellars

Keep a lookout for special band performances tat you won't want to mis

www.sorttisoutcellars.com, 805-688-1717

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Live Music at Carivintas Winery

6-9pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-4331

ONGOING FRIDAY-SUNDAY

Wandering Dog Wine Bar

Cupcakes & Wine Flight

Tasters enjoy 3 wines, eac paired wit a delicious gourmet cupcake from

Solvang Bakery. Fligt includes 3 alf glasses of wine and 3 cupcakes.

$20 www.wanderingdogwinebar.com, 805-686-9126

ONGOING LAST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH

Lompoc Animal Shelter Adoptions

at Carivintas Winery

Meet te wonderful volunteers and animals from te selter. Take one or ome and start a new family. 12-3pm, www.carivintas.com, 805-693-433

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Solvang Farmers Market

Fres produce, flowers & foods, on First Street, between Mission Drive and

Copenagen, 4-7pm, ww w.sbfarmersmarket.org, 805-962-5354

ONGOING THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

Solvang Third Wednesday

Sop Solvang, save money and ave fun! Over 60 stores, restaurants, wine

tasting rooms and professional offices offer special discounts and sales all

Discover Solvangs unique stores and boutiques. Deligt in a divine culina

experience and take advantage of te Tird Wednesday specials offered by

participating restaurants, bakeries and sweet sops.

AUGUST 3Summer BBQ and Live Musicat Lincourt Vineyards

Spend a leisurely summer evening wit breattaking vineyard views and rustic barrel room as we celebrate te 2013 season. Please join us at teLincourt Summer BBQ on Saturday, August 3rd for a fun evening of live mirresistable Santa Maria style BBQ, and exclusive wine specials. Visit wit owinemaker Leslie Mead Renaud as se pours barrel samples of te excitinwines being bottled for our next vintage. 5-8pm, 818-889-8300www.lincourtwines.com

ONGOING

An Evening with the Sommelier

at Herzog Wine Cellars

Explore a world of flavors wit teir tasting room Sommelier. 7pm$15, $10/wine club, ww w.erzogwinecellars.com, 805-983-1560

JULY 27

A Taste of Camarillo Wine Auction

Gala & DinnerPresented by Meadowlark Service League, tis special event is eld at teamazing Red Barn at te Camarillo Ranc. It includes a live auction of finrare wines and oter enticing items plus a gourmet dinner and live musicBarn at te Camarillo Ranc, 201 Camarillo Ranc Road, Camarillo. 5-9pmReservations required. $70, www.meadowlarkserviceleague.com

JULY 28

Meadowlark Service Leagues 26th Annu

A Taste of Camarillo Wine & Food Festiva

Spend an afternoon sampling fine wines & gourmet foods. Enjoy liveentertainment, boutique sopping, silent auction and cas opportunitydrawing. Tickets include all food, wine and entertainment. Purcase a wepass and save! Only $145! Adolfo Camarillo Ranc house, 201 Camarillo RRoad, Camarillo. 1-4pm, Tickets are $85 prior to te event$95 at te door, ww w.meadowlarkserviceleague.com

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This year marks the 40th anniversary of Chamisal Vineyards, a milestone that we

are honored to celebrate with our extended family of employees, neighbors and

customers. In 1973 Chamisal became the first winery to plant vines in Edna Valley, a

gamble that paved the way for one of the most renowned and beautiful wine regions

of California. Our roots here are deep, and as we reflect on the past, we are honored

to build on this foundation, continuing the legacy of careful vineyard nurturing and

inspired winemaking that is the essence of Chamisal Vineyards.

History

Chamisal was the first vineyard planted in the Edna Valley appellation. It was

developed by the Goss family, who named the estate for the fragrant Chamise, a

native white-flowered shrub that thrived on the property. The vineyard went

dormant several years later but was purchased in the early 1990s by a visionary who

recognized its near perfect combination of soil and climate and potential for

producing incredible wine grapes. Renamed Domaine Alfred, the vineyard was

replanted to a wide range of clones across five grape varieties mainly variations of

Pinot Noir and Chardonnay but also Grenache, Syrah and Pinot Gris.

When we took ownership of the estate in 2008, we decided to restore the original

name Chamisal Vineyards to honor its place in Edna Valley history and especially

its importance to our core identity. It is this exceptional vineyard that allows us to

make our bold and distinctive wines.

CHAMISAL VINEYARDSPaving the Way in Edna Valley for 40 Years

40th Anniversary ChardonnayOur 40t Anniversary Cardonnay onors our istory in Edna Valley.Crafted from a single block of te Camisal clone te one used in ourestate vineyards original Cardonnay plantings te wine emulates teleaner, elegant style tat was prevalent in California in te early 1970s.

Wit ric tropical fruit and underlying notes ofcaramel and butterscotc, tis wine celebratesa special milestone wile offering a uniquestep back in time.

Chamisal Vineyards40th Anniversary CelebrationCome celebrate Camisal Style wit terelease of our exclusive 40t AnniversaryCardonnay, made from our originalCamisal vineyard. Mingle wit te wine-makers and oter pivotal figures in teistory of Camisal Vineyards. Enjoy greatmusic and a beautiful meal served family

style by Cef Jeff Scott and comple-mented by delicious Camisal wines. Tiswill be an amazing evening filled witgreat wine, food and friends!

Were: 7767 Orcutt Rd. @ te Winery

Wen: July 13t from 5:00-8:00pm

Price: $65 Club Member Price(up to 4 tickets at Club Price)$75 General Price

RSVP by July 1st wit Cristine Delfinoat [email protected]


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VineyardLocated half-way between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the

Edna Valley is recognized as one of the premier Chardonnay and

Pinot Noir growing regions in California. With the Pacific Ocean a

mere few miles away, the coastal fog and breezes create one of the

states longest growing seasons, extending the amount of time grapes

hang on the vine to develop flavor. Combining this climate with the

calcareous and volcanic soils of the Chamisal Vineyard, the result is

fruit with exceptional flavor and wines with intensity and

concentration, balanced by good acidity.

ClonesOur wines extraordinary flavor and complexity come largely

from our vineyards diverse clonal selection. With 25 different clones

of five different varietals, our clonal diversity provides us with a

subtle yet distinct spectrum of flavors from which to create our final

blends. The resulting wines are nuanced and complex, capturing the

complete expression of each particular wine grape as well as the

natural characteristics of our historic vineyard.

WinemakingLed by Winemaker Fintan du Fresne, a native of New Zealand

whose first crush at Chamisal was in 2006, our winemaking

philosophy encompasses a natural approach that is all aboutbringing our special vineyard to life. All vineyard work is done by

hand. During harvest, we take as many as four passes through eac

block to ensure the fruit is picked at ideal ripeness. We ferment a

age each lot separately, tailoring our winemaking, such as the kin

of French oak we use, to highlight the characteristics unique to ea

particular clone and vineyard block. From our painstaking work i

the field to the careful handcrafting of our wine, our style is abou

allowing each varietal to shine, expressing our vineyards naturally

bold and complex flavors.

Continued

Drink it all in.

Home to Edna Valleys most gorgeous views, luscious wines and lasting memories.Open daily 10a.m. to 5p.m.

7525 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispowww.camisalvineyards.com

(805) 541-9463

Winemaker Fintan du Fresne


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Summer is an exciting time at Niner Wine Estates. The plant life in front of the

hospitality center including the white meidiland roses, olive trees and fragrantprovence lavender are all in full bloom; as is the beautiful surrounding Heart Hil

Vineyard. The flora must have gotten word that Niner Wine Estates is planning on

welcoming guests throughout the next several weeks during their summer events.

In general, the Niner Wine Estates summer event calendar has a common them

live music, fresh food and wondrous wines. Each event invites guests to enjoy the

spacious and well-appointed outdoor patio space, which overlooks the demonstrat

winery and Heart Hill Vineyard, while sipping on Niner Wine Estates wine and

enjoying live music performed by local musicians. There is a new food frenzy

occurring in Paso Robles wine country: mobile gourmet food trucks. A selection of

these food purveyors are featured on big event weekends at Niner, such as Fundaro

Foodstrea, Haute Skillet and Kunfushion. Each mobile gourmet food truck has a

unique offering from typical wine country deli items and pulled pork sandwiches t

tacos al pastor and Asian-fusion stirfry. Upcoming events include a Fourth of July

Celebration, Live & Local Music Saturdays to be held on select weekends, a Labor

Day Celebration as well as a food and wine pairing cruise in Morro Bay.

Furthermore, the Niners want to capitalize on all the wonderful, fresh produce

growing in the area by hosting a series of hands-on, chef taught cooking classes in

their Education Kitchen. Each cooking class is designed to be interactive, educatio

and most importantly, a fun way to experience the gracious wine country lifestyle.

When developing the Hospitality Center several years ago, Pam and Dick Niner kn

that they would include a state-of-the-art, restaurant grade, education kitchen in th

plans. The Niners, having traveled around the world, are enamored by the

relationship between wine and food, which seems to be universal, and wanted toshare their experience with residents and visitors of Paso Robles. The chef and them

of the cooking classes vary from month-to-month, but some common themes are

Spanish Tapas, The Wonderful World of Crab and Farm to Fork, where students

actually go on field trip to visit a local, organic farm to pick their produce for that

days class. Each class ends with a wonderfully prepared meal, each course paired

perfectly with Niner wines, of course.

For more information about Niner Wine Estates summer events and to make

reservations, visit www.ninerwine.com.

Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.2400 higway 46 West, Paso Robles

www.ninerwine.com | (805) 239-2233Twitter.com/ninerwine | Facebook.com/ninerwine

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STANGER Vineyards is making a name for itself as one of the

premier boutique wineries in Paso Robles. The STANGER estate

vineyard is located on the Westside of Paso Robles in the famed

Willow Creek region, and at 1500 ft elevation, has views of all the

neighboring properties. The vineyard is planted to Cabernet

Sauvignon, Syrah, Tempranillo and Pinot Noir. In addition to

meticulous vineyard management and artistic winemaking, each

STANGER Vineyards bottling is held until the wine is at its peak

before being released to the public. The current wine list includes

2009 Tempranillo, 2006 Syrah, 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, and the

2008 Bench Blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Syrah and

12% Tempranillo. STANGER Vineyards welcomes guests to either of

their two tasting rooms daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Their

Westside Tasting Room is shared with Poalillo Vineyards at 7970

Vineyard Drive. On the Eastside of Paso Robles, set amongst beautiful

rolling hills is the second tasting room located at 5225 Highway 41 in

Creston. Each location offers a flight of STANGER wines for a

nominal $10 fee, which is refunded upon purchase. Heres an insider

tip: before visiting, contact General Manager/Winemaker, JP, to

arrange a private tasting or even a possible glimpse of their elusive

Pinot Noir! For another unique experience, check out the Barrel

Program at STANGER Vineyards. The program offers the participant

an exclusive opportunity to own a barrel inside the STANGER

winery. The barrels can be filled with Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot

Noir, Syrah or Tempranillo. The barrels are 100% new French or

Hungarian Oak. After the wine is aged for two years, the owner wi

receive four cases (or 48 bottles) of the wine as well as the beautifu

barrel it was aged in. For more information, visit

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PEACHY CANYON WINERY

1480 Nort Betel Road, Templeton

Open Daily 10-5:30 and by appointment

805-239-1918 www.peacycanyon.com

We're celebrating 25 years of amazing winemaking at Peachy Canyon,where we've been making Paso Robles wine history since 1988. Come enjoy

our award-winning estate Zinfandels alongside exciting small lot blends.

We're proud to be Westside originals.

VENTEUX VINEYARDS

1795 Las Tablas, Templeton

Open Daily 10-5 and by appointment

805-369-0127 w ww.venteuxvineyards.com

From soil to bottle, our hands-on approach allows us to uphold the

highest level of care in all aspects of the winemaking process. Our

extremely small productions of Rhne wines showcase a style of balanc

elegance, and finesse. Picnic on the porch of the farmhouse and taste o

hand-crafted wines in the elegant and inviting tasting room.

DOCE ROBLES

2023 Twelve Oaks Drive, Paso Robles Daily 10-5:30

805-227-4766 www.docerobleswinery.com

The quality of our fruit is paramount and we have the experience,

location and methods to deliver consistently high-quality fruit. All of

this leads to great tasting wine. Try some we think youll agree!

MONDO CELLARS

3260 Nacimiento Lake Drive, Paso Robles

805-226-2925 mondocellars.com

hours: Sun-Tu, Sat 11-6; Fri 11-10

Visit our tasting room and experience the passion in our big

Bordeaux and Rhone blends. Make our luxurious Bed and Breakfas

your home and enjoy breathtaking views from every window. All ju

five miles from downtown Paso Robles shopping and dining. Join u

STANGER VINEYARDS

7970 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles

Open Daily 12 to 5 and Fres Food available daily.

805-238-0621 w ww.poalillovineyards.com

Stanger Vineyards produces estate wines made from grapes

grown in a perfect place a place where the climate, water and

fossil-rich soil have been evolving for 65 million years. Its a place

that must have been created by the Wine Gods themselves.

WEST SIDE OF PASO ROBLESWine Tasting on the

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Thomas Hill Organics 13 05 Park St; 80 5.22 6.588 8 C on tempor ar y A meri can Cuis in e

Villa Creek 1144 Pine St; 805.238.3000 Spanis Cuisine

Enoteca 206 Alexa Ct; 805.238.2834 Seafood

Bistro Laurent 1202 Pine St; 805.226.8191 Frenc Cuisine

Artisan 1401 Park St; 805.237.8084 American Bistro

Paso Inn and Steakhouse 1103 Spring St; 805.238.2660 Steakouse

il Cortile 608 12t St; 805.226.0300 Italian Cuisine/some Seafood Dises

Buona Tavola 943 Spring St; 805.237.0600 Nortern Italian Cuisine

La Cosecha 835 12t St; 805-237-0019 Latin/Spanis

SAN LUIS OBISPO

Novo 726 higuera St; 805.543.3986 International Cuisine

Firestone Grill 1001 higuera; 805.783.1001 BBQ and Burgers

Cafe Roma 1020 Railroad Ave; 805.541.6800 Italian Cuisine

Mamas Meatball 570 higuera St; 805.544.0861 Fine Italian Cuisine

Palazzo Giuseppes 1010 Court St; 805.541.9922 Fine Italian Cuisine

Luna Red 1009 Monterey St; 805.540.5243 International Cuisine Q

MORRO BAY

Dorns 801 Market Ave; 805.772.4415 Specialty in Seafood & Cicken

PISMO BEACH

Steamers 1601 Price St; 805.773.4711 Seafood Q

Giuseppes 891 Price St; 805.773.2870 Italian Cuisine Q Q

SANTA YNEZ VALLEY

Hitching Post 3325 Point Sal Rd, Casmalia; 805.937.6151 Steakouse

Hitching Post II 406 E higway 246, Bu ellton; 805.688.0676 Steakouse

Full of Life Flatbread 225 Bell St, Los Alamos; 805.344.4400 American and Pizza

Bell Street Market 406 Bell St, Los Alamos; 805.344.4609 American/Cafe Cafe Quackenbush 458 Bell St, Los Alamos; 805.344.5181 American/Cafe

Brothers Restaurant at Matteis Tavern2350 Railway Ave, Los Olivos; 805.688.4820 New American

Los Olivos Cafe Petros 2860 Grand Ave, Los Olivos; 805.688.7788 Greek American Cuisine

The Ballard Inn 2 43 6 B asel in e A ve, Ballar d; 805 .6 88 .77 70 Frenc/ Asian Fusio n

Trattoria Grappolo 3 687 Sagunto St # C, Santa Ynez; 80 5.68 8.689 9 Ital ian

Root 246 4 20 Al isal Road, Solvang ; 80 5.68 6. 8 68 1 C on tempor ar y A meri can Cuis in e

Avant Tapas & Wine 35 Industrial Way, Buellton; 805.686.4742 Contemporary American/Small Plates

Sissys Uptown Cafe 112 Sout I Street, Lompoc; 805.735.4877 Traditional American Cuisine

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

Julienne 138 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara; 805.845.6488 Contemporary American Cuisine

The Shellsh Company 230 Stearns Warf, Santa Barbara; 805.966.6676 Seafood

The Wine Cask 813 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara; 805.966.9463 Contemporary American

Olio Pizzeria 11 W Victoria St. Ste. 21, Santa Barbara; 805.899.2699 Italian Cuisine

Bouchon 9 West Victoria St, Santa Barbara; 805.730.1160 Wine Country Cuisine

CaDario 37 Eas t Vict oria St, Santa Barbara; 805.884. 9419 Ita lia n Cuisine

Arigato 1225 State St, Santa Barbara; 805.965.6074 Japanese Cuisine

The Stonehouse 900 San Ysidro Ln, Montecito; 805.565.1724 Contemporary American

VENTURA COUNTY

Le Petit Cafe Bakery 1591 Spinnaker Dr #112, Ventura; 805.642.1191 Frenc

Sugar Beets 455 Sout A St, Oxnard; 805.240.7777 New American Cuisine

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Fresh Latin flavors, signature cocktails, inviting ambiance

The second creation of acclaimed chef Santos MacDonal, La

Cosecha Bar + Restaurant in Paso Robles, will celebrate its grand

opening on July 5. Positioned just off Paso Robles charming City

Park, La Cosechas ambiance is casual, sophisticated and engaging.The restaurant is a celebration of Latin cuisine, boasting flavors from

Spain, Central and South America and beyond.

By trade, Im an Italian chef, said Chef Santos, whose Italian

eatery, Il Cortile Ristorante, enjoys accolades far and wide for his

fastidiously-crafted pastas and sauces. But Im Honduran by birth.

Developing La Cosecha has immersed me back into the tastes,

textures and aromas I know best.

Spanish for the harvest, La Cosecha will offer a rotating menu

inspired by seasonal local produce, proteins and grains; and accented

by imported ingredients and spices from Latin America and Spain.

Guests can expect the same quality and creative cuisine for whichChef Santos is known. Chef de Cuisine Fernando Bedolla, Jr.,

formerly of Santa Monicas West 4th & Jane, joins Chef Santos and

brother Jorge in the kitchen. Unique cocktails designed by mixologist

Eric Carfagnini, will complement the food offerings by featuring

garden-fresh ingredients, imported herbs, spices and artisanal spirits.

Chef Santos wife and partner, Carole MacDonal, said of the

restaurants ambiance, Our goal was to honor tradition while mixing

it up with a fun and modern elements. The reclaimed wood reflects

our belief in sustainable and reusable goods, and the blown-glass

sconces provide a clean edge and demonstrate our commitment to

local artisans.

La Cosecha Restaurant is located at 835 12th Street, Suite A, an

will be open for lunch Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 2:30

p.m., brunch Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., dinn

Sunday through Thursday, 5:00 to 10:00 p.m., and dinner Friday

and Saturday, 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with a late night menu 11:0

p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Please visit www.LaCosechaBR.com or call

(805) 237-0019 for more information.


Viking Garden Restaurant

Danish Favorites, German, American

Classics, & Tasty Mexican Dishes

Largest Tap Beer Selection in Town

Pet Friendly Patio | Open Daily

446 Alisal rd. Ste C Solvang805-688-1250 | www.vikinggardenrestaurant.com

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ROBERTS Restaurant & Wine Ba

1218 Pine Street, Paso Robles | www.robertsrestaurantpaso.com | 805-226-5556

805-226-5406 | 815 12th Street, Paso Robles | www.estrellarestaurant.com

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BRETTE ANN WOMACK

SummerWood Winery has long been one of Highway 46 Wests most renowned estate

Passing by the property on the corner of Arbor Road, one can see major changes in the

works. That is the SummerWood Inn receiving a complete renovation. Across the street

however, the Tasting Room is open for business and provides a tranquil park-like setting

Paso Robles wine tasting at its best.

Pulling into the parking lot is immediately calming, with the inviting visage of buildin

and mature trees that offer ample shade. A lovely brick path leads guests to the tasting

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