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DAY TRIPS

Preferred Central Coast Wine Country

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The Magazine of California Wine Country

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Ventura 5Santa Rita Hills/Solvang 11Los Olivos 16Foxen Canyon to Santa Ynez 26Paso Robles East 34SIP Sustainability in Practice 41SLO Pinot Noir 47Paso Robles West 51

Heading to the Tasting Room 4N. Santa Barbara County Wineries Map 30San Luis Obispo Wineries Map 31Paso Robles Wineries Map 32-33Ruby Shoes Wine Club 57Notes on Wine Tasting 58Dining Recommendations 60-61Varietals by Winery 62-63

Adelaida 46/56Alta Maria Vineyards 19Andrew Murray Vineyards 21Bella Victorian Vineyard 10Bridlewood Estate Winery 29Calcareous 55Castoro Cellars 45

Cellar 360 35Chamisal Vineyards 49Chateau Margene 54Cimarone & 3CV 17Clautiere Vineyard 37Coghlan Vineyard & Jewelers 22Eberle Winery 38Edna Valley Vineyard 50Eos Estate Winery 39Firestone Vineyard & Winery 28

Foley Wines 13Fontes & Phillips 23Four Brix Winery 6Herzog Wine Cellars 9Lincourt 25Lions Peak Vineyards 15Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards 14Magnavino 8Peachy Canyon Winery 44Pear Valley 36Pomar Junction 43Qup 18Rancho Ventavo Cellars 7Red Soles Winery 53Robert Hall Winery 42Silver Horse Winery 40Summerwood Winery & Inn 52Talley Vineyards 48Tessa Marie Wines 20Transcendence Winery 12William James Cellars 24

Zaca Mesa Winery 27

DAY TRIPSPreferred Central Coast

39 preferred Central CoastTasting Room Reviews

PUBLISHER Mike Giangreco

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MANAGING EDITOR Chandra Grant

P.O. Box 92, El Verano, CA 95433

Phone 707-938-1783 / Fax 707-938-3674

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OFFICE MANAGER Cathy Gore

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ADVERSTISING REPRESENTATIVES Whitney Brem, San Luis Obispo County

Phone 805-252-5440

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Cathy Olson, Santa Barbara County

Phone 415-816-1652

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Lisa Pretty, Kim Murphy-Rodrigues, Brandi Stansbury,

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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 aboutthe easiest thing in the world,

especially here in California

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 and6 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 the idea 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. Theseoften 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 dozen 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 restored classic convertible to stretch limos

and a 20-passenger bus. All have drivers that will stow

your wine for you and the local companies know the

area. As to taking that wine home, ten people sharing one

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 upfast and youre going to find yourself filling the interior

floor with boxes and using cases of Cabernet as footrest.

Tell the transportation company what you have in

mind and listen 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. Its more than worth the five or ten dollars to getwisdom and wine and a great time. BY CHARLES NEAVE

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DINING

Bella Victorian Vineyard

Winery & Bistro

French Chef Gael Lecolley pairs the cuisine

with Bella Victorian luxury wines.

2135 e. vntu Bd, C

(805) 383-8800

www.bctnnyd.c

Tierra Sr Restarant,

at Herog Wine Cellars

Chef Aarons specializes in Mediterranean cuisine.

A prix fixe menu including wine is available.

3201 Cn D s, oxnd

(805) 983-1560, www.tuthzg.c

La Dolce Vita

Celebrating the sweet life with Italian cuisine.

740 suth B stt, oxnd

(805) 486-6878, www.thd.c

Sgar Beets

California fusion cuisine, open for lunch,

dinner and brunch on Sundays.

455 suth a stt, oxnd

(805) 240-7777, www.ugbttunt.c

LODGING

Embassy Sites Mandalay Beach -

Hotel & Resort

Enjoy the beach and the comfort of your

own suite after your day of wine tasting.

2101 mndy Bch rd, oxnd

(805) 984-2500, www.byndy.c

Ventra Beach Marriott

Right on the beach; in addition to your

wine tasting trip, enjoy whale watching tours

and other water activities.

2055 et Hb Bud, vntu

(805) 643-6000, www.tt.c/vntu

Crowne plaa Hotel Ventra Beach

Stroll down the his toric pier and wa tch the

sunset after exploring the Ventura Wine Trail.

450 e Hb Bd, vntu

(805) 648-2100, www.cwnpz.c

Cortyard Marriott

Conveniently located off Hwy. 101 near historic Old Town

and the Camarillo Airport. The Bistro offers healthy

choices, an evening bar, Starbucks coffee drinks.

4994 vdug Wy, C, 805-388-1020

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Heritage Sqare

In the hear t of downtown Oxnard,

the square offers gardens, tours,

live entertainment and wine tasting.

715 suth a stt, oxnd, (805) 483-7960

www.htgquxnd.c

San Benaventra Mission

This is the 9th and last California mission.

Self-guided tours available daily.

211 et mn st, vntu, (805) 643-4318

www.nbunntun.g

Island packers

Venture to Channel Islands for hiking,

whale watching, kayaking or just relaxing

with a beautiful view.

1691 spnnk D, vntu

(805) 642-1393, www.ndpck.c

Golf Corses

10 golf courses in a 20-mile radius!

With so many choices, every level golfer

is sure to have a wonderful time.

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VARIETALSBlends include Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Grenache,Petite Sirah, Viognier and more!

INDOORSLocated in an industrial area the 1,200-square-foottasting room is inviting with rich, deep colors,high ceilings, a comfortable couch area, and table andchair arrangements which invites guests to relax and stay,and maybe get a glass of wine or a bottle to share withfriends. Peek through glass doors to the barrel room.

FuN FACTFour Brix has appeared on several radio shows includingTom Leykis show, Tasting with Tom, and KADY radiosTom & Sandy Show.

NOTEAt least one owner is always at the tasting roomto greet you and take you on a tour of the barrel roomand production facility.

For Brix WineryFdy 4 t 8 p..

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2290 Eastman Ave., #109, Ventura

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It was once believed that wine had to be made in vineyard

surroundings, but the idea of the urban winery, a production

facility not surrounded by vines but by offices, is just as valid

and often times easier. Four Brix Winery specializes in

internationally-inspired wine blends, producing wines based

upon the owners four favorite grape growing regions:

Italy, France, Spain and California. The word brix is the

measurement of sugar in grapes; therefore Four Brix equalsfour sweets spots for great wine. With a total production of just

1,000 cases, these wines are very limited and in high demand.

Because we make blends, we found it best to give names to

our wines, says co-owner Karen Stewart. Our wines have

interesting names like: Smitten, Zeductive (Zinfandel and

Petite Sirah), Temptress, Rhondezvous (Grenache, Mourvdre

and Syrah) and Scosso (Sangiovese, Cabernet and Merlot).

Once you taste the wines, you realize how apropos the names

are.

Though small, Four Brix is constantly offering plenty of

activities at the winery. Four Brix offers their monthly Foodie

Friday which features a chef or restaurant with a mini wine

pairing for $15, dinners in the Cellar, theme parties and Girls

Night Out are some events happening at the Brix House. Keep

checking their website for an up-to-date calendar.

By Michael Cervin

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VENTURACOUNTY

CuRRENT RELEASESCabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet/Syrah,Majecc, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Syrah,Tempranillo, Zinfandel and Late Harvest Zinfandel

ACCLAIMReceived Oxnards 2010/11 Downtown Business of theYear Award and the 2010 State of California TourismsExcellence Award.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Let RVC host your next event or function in their home,

not yours. Visit the website for more information on their wines or

for information on their wine club. Tasting fee $10, includes 16-oz Italian crystal logo glass. Wine tasting, sales & gift boutique Group tastings of 8 or more, call for an appointment. No limos without an appointment. Heritage Square also offers visitors, docent tours, a live

50-seat playhouse, shopping and an Italian restaurant.

FuN FACTRancho Ventavo creates a unique red blend calledMajecc, so named for their six grandchildren (Michael,Alex, Jillian, Erin, Caitlen, Conner).

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741 South A Street, Oxnard

(805) 483-8084 www.rvcellars.com

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Rancho Ventavo Cellars is one of those hidden jewels which

is situated a short distance from Highway 101 in downtown

Oxnards Heritage Square. Here you will find yourself stepping

back in time in this beautiful city block of a dozen historic

homes in a park-like setting. The quaint and charming tasting

room is inside a fully restored 1902 Victorian residence and

from the moment you enter you will be surrounded by

old-time craftsmanship and warmth that only an old home

can express. The hardwood floors, leaded glass doors andwindows, stamped tin ceilings, fireplace and oak paneled walls

all complement the exquisite red wines.

Winemaker and owners George and Faye Gilpatrick can

almost always be found in the tasting room sharing their

passion and hospitality. Different than most, George isnt one

who believes in releasing his wines too quickly. Starting with

grapes from exceptional California vineyards the red wines are

typically barrel aged two years before bottling, then bottle-aged

another six to 18 months before they are released. In this way

you will actually taste the Rancho Ventavo Cellars philosophy:

wines aged to perfection.

With the intimate setting, you are invited to come relax in

their tasting room, on their porch, by the fireplace or in the

cozy pub room. A great place for locals and visitors alike to

meet friends for a tasting, a glass of wine, or to share a bottle.

George and Fayes motto is, Come for the wine, stay for the

hospitality. As you will quickly find out, they are dedicated to

making your visit a memorable one. Enjoy!


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VARIETALSPinot Grigio, Viognier, Petite Sirah,Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon,Zinfandel, Tempranillo, Grenache

BuzzLocals in Ventura County are thrilled to have awine tasting room in their own backyard.

FuN FACTTheir first vintage, from 2008, is featured onthe current season of the Celebrity ApprenticeTV show. The winning celebrities get to enjoyMagnavino wines while they relax and cele-brate their victories!

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961 N. Rice Avenue, Cellar 5, Oxnard

(805) 983-2500www.magnavino.com

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Looks can be deceiving. If you picture most winery tasting rooms

you are apt to imagine lush hillsides with trees and vines on them,

maybe cattle wandering by. But at Magnavino, the first thing you see

is the industrial surroundings of this hidden spot. However, behind

the closed doors is a slice of Italy. Once you enter you are transported

into a different world, and thats by design. There are 24 foot ceilings

with skylights that make it look like as if you were outdoors in a

courtyard area with a wood pergola over the tasting bar. Glass doors

on the right side of the tasting room look out into the barrel roomand production area so you can see the goings-on. Wrought iron

candelabras dangle overhead. You stop and think you might be in

the wrong place, but youre not. This warehouse that has been trans-

formed into Tuscany and though intimate, they have ample room to

accommodate barrel tastings, corporate events and large parties.

Our tasting room is probably the single-most thing that differen-

tiates us from the others in the area, says owner and winemaker

Robert Wagner. They only started making wine commercially in

2008, yet they have quickly built a loyal following of fans. They

source their grapes from Lodi, a grape growing region with more

than 120 years of producing quality grapes.

They were offering ten wines to choose from comprised of four

whites and six reds. Recently, a Tempranillo and a Grenache were

released to round out the line up. We had visited some other

wineries that opened in Camarillo and realized that Ventura County

was a great area to expand the wine trail, Robert says. Its clear that

Ventura County is a force to be reckoned with and Magnavino is

helping to change perceptions. By Michael Cervin


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VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Merlot,Syrah, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio andOrange Muscat

BuzzHerzog Wine Cellars features Tierra Sur, their fine diningrestaurant which was recently named Best Restaurant in

Ventura County by Zagat.

COOL THINGSMore than just wine, Herzog offers one of the largestdisplays of gifts and gourmet food items of any wineryin Ventura. Several vintages are exclusively availablethrough the tasting room.

FuN FACTTierra Sur Restaurant was asked by President Barack Obamato provide thoughts, menus and recipes for a healthy andsatisfying Seder.

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3201 Camino Del Sol, Oxnard

(805) 983-1560www.HerzogWineCellars.com

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Nestled within the strawberry fields and farm rows of

Oxnard, California lies Herzog Wine Cellars. Here, under

the watchful eye of head winemaker Joe Hurliman, the

winery combines the artisan craft of premium California

winemaking with the Herzog familys unyielding

commitment to excellence.

Guests experience boutique winemaking from the best

of California wine country. Select grapes are chosen fromvineyards in Californias most regarded appellations, from

Napa Valley to the Central Coast, and brought to Herzog

Wine Cellars. From here, Joe Hurliman searches out

inspiring blends of aroma, flavors and colors, refined by

the winery into masterful creations to be enjoyed across

the globe. The knowledgeable staff will guide tasters

through selected offerings in a modern, spacious and

sophisticated ambience that is nothing less than au

courant. The grounds feature a lavish granite tasting bar,private tasting rooms, boutique and outdoor terrace.

Situated within the winery, masterful Mediterranean

inspired creations await to delight your senses at Tierra Sur

Ventura Countys premiere five-star dining experience.

Chef Gabe Garcia and his culinary team bring bold and

exciting ideas to life while using only ingredients sourced

fresh from local farmers.

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VARIETALS

Pinot Noir, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon,

Viognier, Chardonnay, Grenache, Dornfelder

FuN FACT

This spring, Bella Victorian will be launching

a microbrewery producing small batches of

artisan ales.

Buzz

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Wine Enthusiast gave the 2007 The Garage

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2135 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo

(805) 383-8800www.bellavictorianvineyard.com

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Any winery is really a journey, and Jerry and Kimberly Monahan began

to fulfill their journey when they constructed their very own winery and

vineyard in Camarillo in 2004. Bella Victorian was created out of their love

for their vineyard (yes, they are growing grapes in Ventura County) and

their passion for wine and food. Owning a family winery and crafting

luxury wines has been a dream come true for me and my wife, says Jerry.

Beginning with their estate vineyards, the wines are handcrafted by

both Jerry and Kimberly from the vine all the way into the bottle. They

specialize in small releases of estate wines which are well balanced andcuisine compatible. We take a jewelers approach to winemaking, says

Jerry. Tiny acreage, small batches and minimalist winemaking without a

lot of mechanical equipment.

They planted their estate with Syrah, Grenache, Counoise and Viognier

grapes and have been carefully engineered and designed to produce

world-class luxury wine. All of the clones were hand selected for intensity

of flavor and true varietal character. Bella Victorian also sources fruit from

some of the best vineyards on the Central Coast. Having this diversity of

grapes to work with allows for a confluence of flavors from a diversity of

growing sites.

Their tasting room, located right off Highway 101 in Camarillo,

includes a bistro, since they love to share food with their wines. And their

tasting room is unusual in that the tasting bar is actually the top portions

of stainless steel fermentation tanks.

This spring, Bella Victorian will launch a two-barrel micro-brewery

that specializes in small batches of artisan ales in a variety of styles. Jerry

and Kimberly are dedicated to crafing artisan ales the defy styles or

categories. Bella Victorian microbrews are full-flavored and food-friendly.


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DINING

Avant Taas and Wine

Choose tastes of wine from a assort ment of 30different producers and pair your selection with

scrumptious tapas or gourmet pizza from theirwood burning oven.35 indut Wy, Butn805-686-9400, www.ntwn.c

The Hitching post II Restarant

Home of Santa Maria Style BBQ, this is the second

location to the world famous Hitching Post.406 et Hghwy 246, Butn805-688-0676, www.htchngpt2.c

Root 246

Highly acclaimed Chef Bradley Ogden has created amenu using the finest local and fresh ingredientsfrom the Central Coast.20 a rd, sng805-686-8681, www.t-246.c

LODGING

Hadsten Hose Inn & Sa

Luxuriously appointed rooms in the heart of Solvang.Great packages including stay, dine and taste.1450 mn D, sng805-688-3210, www.hdtnhu.c

Wine Valley Inn & Cottages

Choose from a quaint guest room or cottage.Spa treatments are available by appointment toInn guests and to the public.1564 Cpnhgn D # 105, sng805-688-2111, www.wnynn.c

Embassy Sites Lomoc - Central Coast

This modern, full-service hotel boasts graciouslyappointed two-room hotel suites, designed toreflect an inviting dcor reminiscent of the comforts

of home and the splendor of getting away.1117 Nth H stt, lpc805-735-8311

Alisal Gest Ranch & Resort

The ultimate experience of early Californiais offered here. Golf, horseback riding,fine dining and relaxation.1054 a rd, sng800-4alisal, www..c

ATTRACTIONS

Figeroa Montain Brewing Co

Award-winning beers from a father/son team.Tasting Room open until 9 p.m. daily.45 indut Wy, Butn805-694-2252, www.fgtnbw.c

La prisima Golf Corse

Considered one of Americas best designed courses.

3455 et Hghwy 246, lpc805-735-8395, www.pugf.c

Solvang, CA

In addition to wine tasting, activities in

Solvang including dining, shopping,

spa services and learning about the histor y

of this Danish town. www.ngu.c

River Corse Golf CorseBeautiful 6,830 yard golf course at Alisal Ranch.

150 a rd, sng805-688-6042, www.cu.c

Old Mission Santa Ines

Founded in 1807 in the name of Saint Agnes,

the mission offers river and mountain views.

1760 mn D, sng805-688-4815, www.nntn.g

La prisma Mission State Historic park

This land, once home to Chumash people and

Spanish settlers, is filled with 25 hiking trailsand a beautifully restored mission.

2295 Pu rd, lpc805-733-3713, www.pun.g

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VARIETALSChardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Rhne Blends

ACCLAIMTranscendence Winery currently boasts a very hand-craftedintegrity to their annual production of around 1,000 cases.They strive to create limited quantities of cool-climate wineswith grapes from highly acclaimed vineyards including Syrahfrom Ballard Canyon, and Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from

several vineyards in the Santa Rita Hills including Lafond,Zotovich and La Encantada.

FuN FACTAs winemaker, one of Joeys favorite pastimes is pouring winefor visitors to the tasting room. Since the tasting room isconnected to the winery, wine tasters are often treated to atour of the facility with Joey, including an opportunity totaste whatever vintage is currently in barrel. I think its reallycool to turn people on to wine, and I always love to show offthe winery, said Joey.

DONT MISS

Recently released a Rhne blend of Syrah and Grenachecreated with grapes from Larner Vineyard.

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313 North F Street, Lompoc

(805) 689-5258 www.transcendwines.com

Follow Transcendence on Facebook

Mention this story for omplimentry tsting!

As a winemaker, Kenneth Joey Gummeres resume is

extensive, including several years making wine at Babcock Winery

& Vineyards, Santa Barbara Winery, Lafond Winery & Vineyards,

and founding Kenneth-Crawford. But in 2006, when Joey and his

wife Sara found out that a close friend had brain cancer, he decided

to put his winemaking skills to even greater use creating a

Grenache the proceeds of which were donated to their friend and

her family as well as to brain tumor research. At that moment,

Transcendence Winery was born as Joey and Sara realized they had

found a way to combine their lifes passions.

My dream has always been to make great wine, and my wife

[Sara] wanted to do meaningful humanitarian work both in the

community and throughout the world, said Joey. When we were

married, we made a promise to support these dreams in our vows.

Since that 2006 vintage of Grenache, Transcendence Winery

has grown from the Gummeres shared belief that wine has the

potential to make a meaningful difference in peoples lives.

Transcendence Winerys philanthropic endeavors support theefforts of several non-profits by donating a minimum of 10% of

their sales and annual wine production to these worthwhile causes.

We try to make wines that make a difference, said Joey.

Of course Transcendence Winerys success does not come solely

from good intentions. Joey carefully selects vineyards to partner

with, paying great attention to detail throughout the winemaking

process. All of the wines are crafted by hand, in order to emphasize

the quality and provenance of the fruit. By Carolyn Trner

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VARIETALSChardonnay and Pinot Noir

ACCLAIMCreated from the very best blocks of Chardonnay fromCourtneys Vineyard and Pinot Noir from Lindsays Vine-yard, the Two Sisters wines are made in honor of Foleystwo daughters Lindsay and Courtney. Each bottle seeksto embody their combined strength, intelligence andfemininity, with wines that exemplify elegant bouquets

and flavorful palates.FuN FACTFoleys Brand Series features six different high-end PinotNoirs and Chardonnays, created in recognition of BillFoleys Texas Ranger and Cattlemen relatives. Each brandrepresents a different trail taken to create these uniquewines. Be the first to taste and purchase your bottles atthe Pinot Release Party on August 13. This is the only timeyoull be able to taste and purchase all six wines. Reserva-tions are available online.

DONT MISS

Wine and cheese pairings are available every day, withprior notice only. Make your reservation online at least48-hours in advance.

Foley Winesopn dy 10 .. t 5 p..

6121 E Highway 246, Lompoc

(805) 737-6222 [email protected]

Follow Foley Wines on Facebook

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Over the past fifteen years, Bill Foley has worked hard to

make his name synonymous with unique and quality wines from

Santa Barbara County. After the successful creation of Lincourt

Winery in 1996, Foley went on to found Foley Wines in 2002,

adding both Rancho Las Hermanas and Rancho Santa Rosa

vineyards to his growing portfolio of high quality vineyards.

Located in the heart of the famed Santa Rita Hills AVA, the

temperate coastal climate, south-facing hills and limestone soils

amount to the holy grail of elements for producing world-class

Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays. Foley knew he needed a wine-

maker who could exemplify this fruit and create wines in their

likeness, and so Leslie Mead Renaud joined the team. As Chair-

person for World of Pinot, Renaud is completely in her element

as she farms both vineyards cluster by cluster, picking the best

bunches of fruit to create each Foley wine.

Foley focuses on creating wines that embody the uniqueness

of the Santa Rita Hills, and hes also taken great care in creating a

tasting room and event center that allows guests to enjoy beingsurrounded by the spectacular mountain ranges, coastal oaks

and contoured hillside vines.

In less than twenty years, Foley has watched his love of

wine become a dream that hes been able to share with visitors

from around the world. Wine Enthusiast magazines Man of

the Year in 2010is an honor that only further fuels Foleys

commitment to creating quality wines worth sharing.

By Carolyn Trner


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VARIETALS

Over 24 different varietals including: Sauvignon Blanc,Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Syrahand so much more.

AWARDS

2008 Lucas & Lewellen Brut Sparkling Wine,

3 Gold Medals and 3 Best of Class distinctions

2009 Lucas & Lewellen Goodchild High 9 Pinot Noir, Gold Medal

2009 Lucas & Lewellen Valley View Cabernet, Gold Medal2009 Lucas & Lewellen Syrah, Gold Medal

2010 Toccata Malvasia Bianca, Gold Medal

FuN FACT

In the Tasting Room, they have a table area set apart forkids to play and your canine friends are welcome too.

NOTE

They offer a Fun List where guests are treated to funwines like Sparkling Wine, a pretty pink ros, decadent lateharvest wines, and an award-winning Silver King Port servedin a dark chocolate shot glass.

Lcas & Lewellen Vineyardsopn dy 11 .. t 5:30 p..

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1645 Copenhagen Dr., SolvangTtng f $8 - $12

(805) 686-9336 | www.llwine.com

10% off ny regulrly pried wine purhse t the Lus & Lewellen Tsting Room

The Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards Tasting Room offers guestsa wide variety of wines to choose from. They craft an impressive52 different wines from 24 grape varieties that are grown ontheir 400 estate acres in Santa Barbara County's three distinctmicro-climates, creating a diversity of wine styles to suit everytaste preference. All Lucas & Lewellen grapes are hand pickedand grown using sustainable farming methods.

This is the theme of Lucas & Lewellen; keep it local.Often, you will see owners Louis Lucas or Royce Lewellen

pouring wine in the tasting room, and winemaker MeganMcGrath Gates is one of the few female winemakers who waseducated locally and grew up in the Santa Ynez Valley, givingher an intimate knowledge of the growing region. Lucas &Lewellen Vineyards also produces one of the few local MthodeTraditionelle style sparkling wines on the Central Coast.

On October 13th, after the countys Celebration of HarvestFestival, visit the Lucas & Lewellen and Toccata Tasting Roomsfor Harvest Festival Wine & Cheese Pairings, featuring beautifulwines with French and Italian cheeses from Vin Hus in Solvang,

live music at both locations, food sampling and wine specials.Wine & Cheese Parings are from 5 to 7:30 p.m., $20 perperson, no RSVP required.

Mark your calendars for November 9-11 for Lucas &Lewellen Vineyards Harvest Weekend with The Alisal GuestRanch. This Western-focused wine event includes entry to anexclusive Harvest Party, a winemakers dinner, breakfasthorseback ride, BBQ dinner, dancing, live entertainment andmuch more. The Harvest Party features live music, barrel andtank sampling and production tours.


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VARIETALSBordeaux/Rhne blends, Port, Cabernet Franc, CabernetSauvignon, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot,Barbera, Merlot, Grenache, Viognier, Chardonnay, Marsanne, LateHarvest Viognier

ACCLAIMThe Bordeaux wines in the Lions Peak collection, especiallythe Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon, have received numerousrecognitions including Gold Medal and Best-of-Class accoladesfrom competitions such as the San Francisco International WineCompetition, California State Fair, LA County Fair, New WorldInternational WineFestival and Long Beach Grand Cru.

NEWS Lions Peak has won 24 medals in the most recognized wine

competitions in California. Jennifer Arant, winemaker and owner of Lions Peak, passed her

exam and is a Certified Sommelier!

Lions peak VineyardsHu: mndy-Thudy 11 .. t 7 p..

extndd Wknd Hu1659 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang

www.lionspeakwine.comEmail: [email protected]

Blog: www.lionspeakwine.wordpress.comTwitter: @lionspeakwine

Facebook: Lions Peak Wines

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When Jennifer Arant first moved to Paso Robles in

1992, she started Lions Peak with the goal of

producing exceptionally fine Bordeaux, Rhne and

specialty wines in small, handcrafted lots.

Located in the heart of Paso Robles, the 120-acres

of Lions Peak Estate Vineyard is one of the oldest

vineyards in the area, with 40-year-old Cabernet

Sauvignon vines. In addition to using their highly

lauded estate fruit, Arant also sources from severalesteemed vineyards throughout the Central Coast.

Drawing experience from her travels to many of

the great wine regions around the world, Arant was

also mentored by Robert Lawrence Balzer (35-year

food and wine critic for the L.A. Times), and attended

UC Davis and Cal Poly; the result is a portfolio of

wines with unusual depth, range and character.

Originally a professional interior designer, Arant

translated her passion for the arts into the artistic label

design, where every wine is personified with its own

graphics and unique story. The mantra of Lions Peak is

the synergy between the vineyards and Mother Nature,

along with the coupling of fine wine and artistic

packaging.

Yet the true story is the one that is told by all who

come to drink and share these unique wines with their

friends and family. Each bottle shared, exemplifies the

story of how, from grape to glass, wine is truly a work

of art. By Carolyn Trner


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DINING

petros

Located within the beautiful Fess Parker Wine

Country Inn, Petros offers a California-Hellenic

cuisine with menu selections such as Moussaka and

Fish of the Day a la Grecque. Even after a long day of

wine tasting, your palate will be quite entertained.

2860 Gnd a, l o805-686-5455, www.fpk.c/tuntLos Olivos Caf

A Wine Sp ectator Best Restaurant Wines winner

since 2007, Los Olivos Caf offers a local, organic

and sustainable taste of the Central Coast.

Outdoor patio seating available.

2879 Gnd anu, l o805-688-7265, www.cf.c

The Ballard Inn & Restarant

The quaint restaurant inside the historic inn,

has only 12 tables ensuring an intimate dining

experience. Chef Budi Kazali uses farm fresh

ingredients in his French-Asian cuisine.

2436 Bn anu, Bd805-688-7770www.bdnn.c/tuntTrattoria Graolo

Suppor ting local farmers with their authentic

Italian cuisine, the restaurant is open for lunch and

dinner most days. A large outdoor dining area is

perfect for the warm summer nights.

3687 sgunt st # C, snt Ynz805-688-6899, www.tttgpp.c

LODGING

Fess parker Wine Contry Inn & Sa

Located in the heart of downtown Los Olivos, this

resort offers world-class dining and spa services.

2860 Gnd a, l o

800-446-2455, www.fpk.c

The Ballard Inn

The township of Ballard is home to this quaint 15-

room inn. Only a few minutes drive to the wineriesof Santa Ynez, this is a lovely private residence to

call home while youre visiting the area.

2436 Bn anu, Bd

805-688-7770, www.bdnn.c

Santa Yne Inn

This Victorian-style Inn offers luxury accommoda-

tions just 3 miles outside of Los Olivos. Full

gourmet breakfast and evening wine tast ing and

hors doeuvres are included with your stay.

3627 sgunt stt, snt Ynz

805-688-5588, www.ntynznn.c

ACTIVITIES

Clairmont Farms - Lavendar Farm

A family owned Grosso lavender farm which

offers essential lavender oils, soaps and other

lavender products for sale.

2480 rb anu, l o

805-688-7505, www.cntf.c

Windhaven Glider Rides

A glider ride is an inc redible way to view the vine-

yards and roll ing hills of the Santa Ynez Valley.

Available on weekends.snt Ynz apt

805-688-2517, www.gdd.c

Chmash Casino

Polish off a day of wine tasting with Blackjack,

Roulette or Texas Hold Em! Big name acts perform

in the Samala showroom year round.

3400 et Hghwy 246, snt Ynz

800-CHUmasH, www.chuhcn.c

Rancho San Marcos Golf Corse

Golfers can play year round on Ranch San Marcos

300 acres with views of Lake Cachuma. The course

is named one of Golf Digests Places to Play.4600 Hghwy 154, snt Bb

805-683-6334, www.1804.c

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VARIETALS:Chardonnay, Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne,Grenache, Mourvedre, SyrahACCLAIM:Qup is known for accomplishing quite a few firsts inSanta Barbara County, including the first producer ofSyrah in 1982, Viognier in 1989, as well as the first Rhne-style blend called Los Olivos Cuve in 1988. Qup alsolays claim to producing the first Marsanne in California in

1987. Qup was also named one of the top 100 wineriesin America for eight of the last nine years.FuN FACT:When visiting Qup, you will also have theopportunity to taste Verdad and Ethan wines. Verdadis owned by Bobs wife Louisa Sawyer Lindquist, and herfocus is on creating Spanish-style wines, while EthanWines are made by Bobs son Ethan Lindquist, whofocuses on creating Sangiovese and Rhne-style wines.DONT MISS:The Qup winery is located on the famed Bien Nacido

Vineyard in Santa Maria and is not open to the publicexcept for the day after the Vintners Festival in thespring and the day after the Harvest Festival in the fall.

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2963 Grand Avenue, Suite B, Los Olivos


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Over the last 30 years, Qup owner Bob Lindquist hasachieved a sort of legendary status in the wine world. Lindquisthas been involved in the Santa Barbara County wine industrysince its beginnings as a modern wine region in the mid 1970sand was an early advocate of growing Rhne grapes in the re-gion, focusing specifically on Syrah. In 1982, Lindquist startedQup winery and today, he continues to help increase recogni-tion of the region world-wide through production of his

Rhne-style wines.The name Qup comes from the local Chumash Indianword for poppy, as it seemed only fitting to pay homage to theoriginal cultivators of the land. Lindquist wanted to convey hisdedication to growing and producing local wines, and so chosethe iconic California poppy to represent his brand. Each Quplabel is graced by yet another poppy. One of which was origi-nally a quilt design by the craftsman-era artist Gustav Stickley.

The focus of the Qup wines has always been on producingwines that exhibit the unique flavors of both the terroir and thegrape varieties, which is why he chose to source from the

world-renowned Bien Nacido Vineyard. In 2002, Lindquistand his wife Louisa purchased an 80-acre property in Edna

Valley near San Luis Obispo, and are growing both French andSpanish-style grapes biodynamically.

A visit to the Qup tasting room in Los Olivos will quicklyreveal that winemaking runs in the Lindquist family. Visitorswill often be greeted by Bobs daughter Paige, who manages thetasting room, or taste the Verdad and Ethan wines, made byBobs wife and son, respectively. Youre sure to feel like one ofthe family too before you leave! By Carolyn Trner

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LOSOLIVOS

VARIETALS

Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir andCabernet Sauvignon

OuTDOORS

A small casual patio, which fronts Grand Avenue, themain drag in Los Olivos, allows you sit and watch theworld go by. You can purchase wine by the glass, too.

FuN FACT

The tasting room walls have 1860 and 1861 mapswhich show the recording of 411 privately heldSpanish and Mexican land grants including RanchoTepusquet, which was originally owned by theOntiveros family starting in 1837.

NOTE

The label artwork for Alta Maria Vineyards features

images of hand-hewn iron nails used by homesteadersbefore the Industrial Revolution introduced massproduced machine cut nails.

Alta Maria Tasting Roomopn dy 11 .. t 5 p..

2933 Grand Avenue, Suite A, Los Olivos

$10 tasting fee for the four wines.

(805) 686-1144 www.altamaria.com

Bring in this story nd reeive one free alt Mri wine tsting.

Though the Alta Maria Vineyards tasting room only recently

opened, they have been making wine for more than a decade.

Co-owners Paul Wilkins and James Ontiveros chose to set up

shop in Los Olivos, which is fast developing a reputation as a

destination in the heart of the acclaimed Santa Barbara County

Wine Country. Decorated with what the duo calls a Central

Coast Heritage theme, the tasting room is clearly influenced

by the old stagecoach and Pacific Coast Railroad days of Los

Olivos. It is at once Western yet with a nod to the

contemporary; historic but classy.

And the tasting room is a stones throw from Matteis

Tavern, the still standing historic railroad stop. Like that of

our home town, the Santa Maria Valley, Los Olivos and the

Santa Ynez Valley are deep with history that few people

realize, says Paul Wilkins. It is rich with potential and its past

and the people that surround it bolster its odds of becoming

something very special. We want to be here with our wines to

help tell the stories of our past and this communitys heritageand to also to be a part of Los Olivos future, he adds. And

thats a fitting comment since co-owner James Ontiveros has

family roots going back to 1781.

Paul and James were college buddies who both share a

love of farming and a love of wine. James works as

viculturalist and Paul as the winemaker, but they are both

equally excited to share their personal and professional

histories through their wines. By Michael Cervin


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LOSOLIVOS

VARIETALSVermentino, Sangiovese and Coquette a blend ofSangiovese and Syrah

TASTING ROOMTessa decided to open up a tasting room in downtownLos Olivos, shared with E&T Wines, a winery partnershipbetween her father Eli (E) and herself (T ). Visitors have the

opportunity to taste both Tessa Marie wines as well asE&T wines in a modern Italian-styled tasting room.

FuN FACTAt age 18, Tessa began working in her familys tastingroom pouring wine, even though she herself was notlegally able to drink the wine she poured for others!

NOTETessas grandfather is the late, great Fess Parker, SantaBarbara Wine Country pioneer, and well-known TV actorof Daniel Boone fame, and her father, Eli Parker (Fess son)

established his own winery called Epiphany

Tessa Marie Winesopn Thudy - mndy 11:30 .. t 5 p..

2901 Grand Avenue, Suite C, Los Olivos

Ttng f $10

(805) 688-6081 www.tessamariawines.com

Follow Tessa Marie Wines on Facebook

Mention Dy Trips for 2-for-1 tsting.

Most young people who graduate from high school think

about college. For Tessa Parker, she started her winemaking

career by working in her familys tasting room, not exactly

college curriculum. At the tender age of 18, still too young to

taste the wines, she would smell them and describe their

aromatics using the descriptive words she had frequently heard

from her family. Curious about the process of crafting wine she

enrolled in the Enology and Viticulture program at Allan

Hancock College.

During her first semester attending school and working

harvest at a local winery, she discovered what would become

her signature wine Sangiovese. This variety captured her

imagination because of its food-friendly character, lots of ripe

fruit and ageablity. I like to make New World-style wines with

bold, stand-out flavors that still demonstrate balance, she says.

She crafts her wines in a small, unassuming industrial

warehouse, a stark contrast to her sleek modern tasting room.

For me, making wine is really about making art. I dont meanthat I take it all too seriously; its just that I like to take my time

when Im making wine. I rely much more upon my intuition

and sense of taste, when Im in the cellar, than on analysis. I

guess my approach is intuitive, more than anything else.

Today, with multiple harvests behind her, Tessa continues

to hone her winemaking techniques, which is clearly achieving

success. From her first vintage she has received 90 point scores

from major wine magazines. By Michael Cervin


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LOSOLIVOS

BuzzAndrew Murray Vineyards had 10 wines score a 91 orhigher in the October 2011 edition of The WineAdvocate. This set of wines from Andrew Murray isremarkable for its breadth of quality and sheer value.

FuN FACTAside from wine, Andrew is a cycling and photographyaficionado. Often at the winery on weekends, hes as apt totalk carbon fiber frames and apertures, as de-stemming andscrew caps.

DONT MISSAndrew recently launched a new label, This is E11even Wines.The name is a nod to the rockumentary Spinal Tap andMurray plans to turn it up to 11 by breaking away from Rhnevarietals, and blending to achieve just the right melody andbust out a solo. He will be releasing the 2011 Purple Haze (anestate grown Pinot Noir from Santa Maria) in September of2012. Limited production of under 250 cases and a price of$20 will guarantee that this wine will sell out quickly!

Andrew Mrray VineyardsLos Olivos Tasting Room

opn dy f 11 .. t 5 p..2901-A Grand Ave, Los Olivos (805) 693-9644

Los Olivos Wineryopn wknd f 11 .. t 4 p..

5095 Zaca Station Rd, Los Olivos (805) 686-9604

Email: [email protected]

Bring this story in for 2-for-1 tsting.

Andrew Murray fell in love with the emerging Rhne varietals,

Syrah and Viognier, in the late 1980s while traveling through Frances

Rhne Valley. Leaving his UC Berkeley paleontology studies behind,

he pursued his new mistress, Syrah, with an internship in Australia.

His three-month tryst evolved into a 15-month romance with the

famed Australian Shiraz. Returning to the states, he earned a

bachelors degree in viticulture and enology from UC Davis

renowned wine program, then founded his eponymous Santa Ynez

winery and vineyard.

He sought out growers who shared his passion for excellence andwho dared to farm their vines to perilously low yields with the most

advanced viticultural methods in the industry. This uncompromising

winemakers lucid philosophy is summarized succinctly in three

words: Passion Wisdom Courage; the Passion of an unflagging

love affair with Rhne varietals; the Wisdom gained with 20 years of

winemaking; and the Courage to seek even the most subtle nuance

out of each vintage.

Andrews focus and dedication to his craft have culminated in

what Robert Parker, Jr. calls, one of the shining stars in the Santa

Barbara firmament. This youthful perfectionist has been named

Tastemaker of the Year by Food and Wine Magazine, as well as,

One of the most fearsome talents in food and wine. Still, despite

myriad accolades, Andrew remains the same modest, approachable,

contemplative man he was when he first embarked to Australia back

in 1992.

Its well worth the visit to Andrew Murray Vineyards sleek tasting

room in the center of Los Olivos, or the trek to Area 51 to visit the

winery on the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail. You will surely delight in

sampling the fruits of Andrews passionate labors and will often catch

him at his work in the winery.


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LOSOLIVOS

CuRRENT VINTAGES

2009 Grenache Blanc

2009 Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir

2009 La Encantada Pinot Noir

2009 Fusion 50/50 Cab Merlot Blend

2009 Cabernet Sauvignon

THE VINEYARD

Coghlans estate vineyard in the Happy Canyon

area of the Santa Ynez Valley is in the midst of being

certified organic. They began to farm organically this

year to respect the environment as well as provide a

toxic free landscape for their children and dogs.

INSpIRED ACTIVITYSip wine and see your own custom jewelry ideascome to life.

Coghlan Vineyardand Jewelers

opn dy 11 .. t 5 p..

2366 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos

(805) 686-2395

coghlanvineyard.com

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The term, one of a kind comes to mind when describing

Coghlan. With its tasting room in a refurbished Victorian

home in Los Olivos, hand-crafted jewelry made by the own-

ers and an array of wines to enjoy, one cannot help but to be

inspired in the surroundings.

Husband and wife team Eric and Samantha Coghlan, met

while studying at Gemological Institute of America. Eric, a

third-generation jeweler, and Samantha, a tremendously tal-

ented craftswoman (she started her first jewelry line at

sixteen), see the wine and jewelry industries as very similar.

Samantha explains, My husband is a huge fan of minerals

and gemstone specimens, we look at the wine industry as a

type of a parallel to the jewelry industry. You take something

the earth gives you and then you facet it into a desirable fin-

ished product. We do this with wine grapes as well as with

the gemstones that the earth provides us with.

Visitors can taste wine, browse jewelry, play bocce ball in

the yard and enjoy the nostalgic nature of the home, whichboasts a rich history. The Coghlans were happy to maintain

the integrity of the Sears kit home built in the late 1890s,

formerly owned by the Whitmore family, long-time influ-

encers in the Los Olivos art community. Eric and Samantha

are constantly creating unique pieces on display in the house.

At Coghlan, wines and jewelry will continue to proliferate

the arts in the area. By Brandi Stansbry


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LOSOLIVOS

VARIETIES

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc andRos (my personal favorite)

FuN FACTS

Truly a labor of love, even the bottling andpackaging of their wines is done by hand aseach bottle is personally labeled by Alan and

Rochelle with pewter hand-made labels fromSouth America. Rochelle had a successfulcareer in wine compliance and accountingwhen she met Alan. Their Panky wine was sonamed because Panky means anything thatsreally cool. While working in Napa, Alanworked with winemaking Pinot Noir legendAndr Tchelistcheff!

Fontes & phillisopn 11 .. t 5 p..

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2362 Alamo PintadoLos Olivos, CA 93441

(805) 688-2200www.fontesandphillipswines.com

Check them out on Facebook

Bring in this rtile for two-for-one tsting.

Bigger is not always better in the wine industry. A case in point is

Fontes & Phillips who make less than 1,500 cases of wine, amounting

to about 300 to 400 cases each of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon

Blanc and Ros. Owner and winemaker Alan Phillips works together

with his wife, Rochelle Fontes-Phillips, to create a portfolio of small-lot

wines from world-class Santa Barbara County vineyards including a

single vineyard designate Pinot Noir from the Santa Rita Hills.

But prior to calling Santa Barbara home, Alan, who worked at

wineries in the Napa Valley, eventually moved into winemaking

consulting which led him to New Zealand, Germany, France, Spain

and Portugal, giving him the opportunity to make wine and view the

wine business from a global perspective. Together Rochelle and Alan

have been involved in the wine industry for 35 cumulative years and

in 1998, they moved to Santa Ynez to help Bill Foley launch Foley

Estates and Lincourt Vineyards.

While establishing Foley, Alan was working quietly on his own

label, preferring smaller scale production where he could focus his

energies on his wines. His personal favorite is actually Panky, a classicRos made from equal parts of Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah from

Santa Ynez. And lucky for us, Panky is a terrific wine and it actually

opens the door for wine lovers to better understand Ros. This dusty

rose-colored wine is whole cluster pressed which helps to preserve the

natural vibrancy of the grapes. It is then stainless steel fermented

without a secondary malolactic fermentation and then bottled in

December following the harvest. Small lots, big flavors which shows

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VARIETALSChardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Ros, Grenache,Pinot Noir, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese,Cabernet Franc and Port

FuN FACTThis winery is owned by female winemaker, RobinBogue, who is not afraid to experiment and venture outof the realm of traditional winemaking styles.

ACCLAIMMake sure to try their flagship wine, theHampton Family Vineyard, Santa Ynez Valley Syrah.

DONT MISSEnjoy your wine tasting with a picnic on the beautifulpatio beneath the orange umbrellas. You can also makearrangements for private tours of the production facil-ity, along with sampling wines straight from the barrel!

William James Cellars

opn dy f 11:30 .. t 5 p..2356 Alamo Pintado Avenue

Los Olivos, CA 93441(inside J. Woeste)

(805) [email protected]

www.williamjamescellars.comwww.williamjamescellars.wordpress.com

Follow William James Cellars on Facebook

Reeive 15% off your purhse with this rtile.

Tucked away in the beautiful back patio of the quaint 100-year-

old building that houses J. Woeste, is the equally charming William

James Cellars.

We have a beautiful location and its the perfect place to come

and enjoy a glass of wine on the patio, said owner and winemaker,

Robin Bogue. Its a very tranquil and happy place to go.

But dont be fooled by the name, William James Cellars was

founded in 1993 by female winemaker Robin Bogue, and is named

after her father, William, and son James. Along with her father, Bogue

creates wines with an energy and passion with fruit sourced from pre-

mium vineyards throughout the Santa Barbara County. The wines she

creates reflect the diversity of microclimates, soil and rich varietal fla-

vors from these select producers.

When visiting the tasting room, youll notice there are a couple

other wine labels in addition to the William James wines. Make sure

to try the Billy Jimmy wines, deemed the rebel son spin-off label.

Its kind of a Ricky Bobby thing, said Bogue. I call them [the

Billy Jimmy wines] the funmaker, and the William James label is themoneymaker. All jokes aside, make sure to try these seriously deli-

cious wines!

The other wine label, Camino Real, was inspired by Bill Bogue,

who spent his life working in vineyards and is a founder of the Cen-

tral Coast Wine Growers Association.

With only 1500 cases produced each year, these small-lot wines

are a fun way to experience some of the best the varietals of the Cen-

tral Coast. By Carolyn Trner

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LOSOLIVOS

VARIETALSPinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay

ACCLAIMThe Lincourt Pinot Noir from Rancho Santa Rosa isa truly tangible example of the unique terroir ofSanta Barbara County and Foleys love of Pinot Noir.

FuN FACT

The yellow Craftsman-style house (currently housing thetasting room) was originally ordered out of a Sears andRoebuck catalogue in 1926. At that time the railroad ranalong Alamo Pintado Road, and the home was deliveredin pieces then carried up the hill by teams of donkeys andassembled. Now, nearly 100 years later, the home remainsin much the same condition!

DONT MISSLincourt is the perfect place to bring a picnic lunch andenjoy the serenity of the Santa Ynez Valley out on theveranda overlooking the vineyard. I suggest grabbing asandwich at nearby Paninos or Los Olivos Grocery to pairwith your tasting.

Lincort Vineyards & Wineryopn dy 10 .. t 5 p..

1711 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang


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When businessman and financier Bill Foley moved his

family to Santa Barbara in 1994, he saw the realization of his

life-long dream: to become a vintner of premier

Burgundian-style wines. Foley founded Lincourt in 1996 and

named it for his two daughters, Lindsay and Courtney.

Under the watchful eye of renowned winemaker Leslie

Mead Renaud, the 50-acres of estate Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet

Sauvignon and Merlot are farmed vine by vine, with Renaud

taking the best blocks (or rows) of grapes to create each wine.

Renaud also uses some of the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

grapes from Foley Vineyards to create wines that are both

approachable and affordable. Both Lincourt and Foley

Vineyards practice sustainable farming techniques in order to

ensure the highest quality of wine from grape to glass.

Drawing from years of experience working for wineries

throughout California, Renaud shares Foleys commitment to

quality winemaking. Each wine is aged in French Oak barrels

for nine to twelve months, with the focus on creating winesthat exemplify the unique terroir and varietal-rich flavors.

As you arrive at Lincourt, the iconic windmill that also

graces each of their wine labels will greet you as you enter the

old farmhouse, now their tasting room. The relaxing

atmosphere and beautiful property offers something for the

whole family, whether wine tasting, picnicking or enjoying a

bottle as you bask in the beauty of the Santa Ynez Valley.

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DINING

Fll of Life Flatbread

Open for dinner on the weekends, each flatbread

pizza is made with the finest ingredients, sourced

from local farmers and ranchers.

225 Wt B stt, l a

805-344-4400, www.fufffd.c

The Ballard Inn & Restarant

The quaint restaurant inside the historic inn,has only 12 tables ensuring an intimate dining

experience. Chef Budi Kazali uses farm fresh

ingredients in his French-Asian cuisine.

2436 Bn anu, Bd

805-688-7770

www.bdnn.c/tunt

Trattoria Graolo

Suppor ting local farmers with their authentic

Italian cuisine, the restaurant is open for lunch and

dinner most days. A large outdoor dining area is

perfect for the warm summer nights.3687 sgunt st # C, snt Ynz

805-688-6899, www.tttgpp.c

LODGING

Santa Yne Inn

This Victorian-style Inn offers luxury accommoda-

tions just 3 miles outside of Los Olivos. Full

gourmet breakfast and evening wine tasting and

hors doeuvres are included with your stay.

3627 sgunt stt, snt Ynz

805-688-5588, www.ntynznn.c

The Victorian Mansion

Six themed suites fi ll the mansion, located just off

Highway 101. Unique and mysterious embellish-

ments, including a hidden bathroom and spiral

staircases, give the 1864 home its charm.

326 B stt, l a

805-344-1300, www.thck.c

zaca Lake Retreat

19 unique cabins are available for families to rent.

Many include full kitchens and lake views. Private

and tranquil setting conveniently located just east

of the Foxen Canyon Trail.8000 Fxn Cnyn rd, l o

805-688-5699, www.zcktt.c

The Ballard Inn

The township of Ballard is home to this quaint 15-

room inn. Only a few minutes drive to the wineries

of Santa Ynez, this is a lovely private residence to

call home while youre visiting the area.

2436 Bn anu, Bd805-688-7770, www.bdnn.c

ATTRACTIONS

Walk arond Los Alamos

The seven-block-long main thoroughfare has alarge antique mall in the historic train depot,

quaint shops, a cafe, an ar t gallery, several restau-

rants and wine tasting, a 1880s hotel, Victorian

bed & breakfast and two motels. Each September,

Los Alamos Old Days honors the town's 1876

founding with a weekend-long celebration.

Horseback Riding

Take a tour of the breathtaking Fess Parkerproperty by horseback. Tours last 90 minutesand participants can decide to include lunchand wine tasting. www.nqu.c

Chmash Casino

Polish off a day of wine tasting with Blackjack,

Roulette or Texas Hold Em! Big name acts perform.

3400 et Hghwy 246, snt Ynz

800-CHUmasH, www.chuhcn.c

Rancho San Marcos Golf Corse

Golfers can play year round on Ranch San Marcos

300 acres with views of Lake Cachuma. The course

is named one of Golf Digests Places to Play.

4600 Hghwy 154, snt Bb805-683-6334, www.1804.c

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VARIETALSChardonnay, Roussane, Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Syrah,Mourvedre, Grenache

ACCLAIMZaca Mesa was the first Central Coast winery to appear inWine Spectator Magazines Top 10 list in 1995. Within thefollowing year, the Estate Syrah was served by then-PresidentClinton to French President Jaque Chirac at a White House

State dinner.FuN FACTSince its inception in 1973, many of the winemakers and wineprofessionals who have worked at Zaca Mesa Winery havegiven it name Zaca Mesa University, as its been the trainingground for many of the Santa Barbara County wine industrypioneers including: Ken Brown (Wild Horse, Byron, Ken BrownWines), Adam Tolmach (Ojai Vineyard), Jim Clendenen(Au Bon Climat) and Bob Lindquist (Qup).

DONT MISSZaca Mesa boasts that 100% of their wines are estate-grownand bottled. They are especially known for their Rhne wines

as well as their award-winning Syrahs, including the MesaReserve Syrah, Black Bear Block Syrah, Estate Syrah and the8 Barrel Syrah.

zaca Mesa Wineryopn dy 10 .. t 4 p..

6905 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos(805) 688-9339 x308 www.zacamesa.com

Email: [email protected] Zaca Mesa Winery on Facebook

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Since 1973 Zaca Mesa Winery has been dedicated to

producing wines that truly capture the unique spirit of their land.

Their very name comes from the Chumash word, Zaca, meaning

restful and peaceful place, a sentiment that permeates every

aspect of the 750-acre estate.

Located in the northern-most region of the Santa Ynez Valley

AVA, Zaca Mesa Winery planted close to one third of their land to

Rhne varieties along the mesas scattered throughout the property.

This combination of prolonged sun exposure, rich and well-drainedsoils and mostly organic farming practices leads to the creation of

100% estate grown and bottled wines that are unparalleled. As their

website states: We have embraced the code [of Sustainable

Winegrowing] in our winegrowing to ensure the health and

sustainability of our vineyards, our employees, our neighbors and

our environment.

Visitors have the opportunity to taste these distinctive wines in a

rustic yet chic tasting room that was built in the 1970s, located in the

original winery.

Our goal at Zaca Mesa is to be approachable, have fun and

educate, said president Brook Williams. Our wines are notpretentious or trying to be something theyre not, which is why I like

to call them Popeye wines, as if theyre saying I am what I am.

For visitors interested in tasting these wines amidst the peaceful

spirit of the land, Zaca Mesa Winery offers additional picnic areas

near the tasting room, as well as on a hill overlooking the vineyards.

From time to time winemaker, Eric Mohseni, offers hikes through the

vineyards, and on the weekends visitors are often treated to food

trucks. For a complete list of upcoming events, be sure to check the

events section of the website. By Carolyn Trner


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VARIETALSCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc,Malbec, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Reisling,Gewrtztraminer

ACCLAIMThe Lineage Chairman Series is a blend created by hand-picking the best fruit from each block of vinesthroughout the vineyard. Every year the blend changes

depending on the fruit picked, creating a wine with rich,fruit flavors and a long, velvety finish.

FuN FACTWinemaker Paul Warson lives on the property with hisfamily and often frequents the winery and tasting roomsharing his enthusiasm and knowledge with guests.

DONT MISSThe free concert in the vineyard series takes place on thefirst Friday of every month from June through October, 6to 9 p.m. Bring the entire family (pets are welcome, too!)for free local live music, local food for sale and Firestone

wines for sale by the glass and bottle.

Firestone Vineyard & Wineryopn dy 10 .. t 5 p..

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5000 Zaca Station Road, Los Olivos


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Lrge group privte tour nd tsting pkges re vilble with reservtion: [email protected].

As the first-ever estate winery in the Santa Ynez Valley,

Firestone Vineyard & Winery is certainly the best place to

come for a taste of both the history of winemaking in Santa

Ynez Valley as well as the wines that the Firestone family has

been dedicated to cultivating for more than thirty years. When

Leonard and Brooks Firestone began their winery in 1972, the

belief that the Santa Ynez Valley could grow, let alone produce,

world-class wines was a belief shared by a select few. Luckily

for us, the Firestone family vision still continues to thrive todayat their newly renovated tasting room located on a breathtaking

400-acre property.

Tucked away in the rolling hills of the Foxen Canyon wine

trail, Firestone Winery offers tastings of their flagship Bordeaux

and Rhne-style wines that exemplify the unique terroir of

their estate: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc

and of course Syrah. You also wont want to miss a taste of

The Ambassador, a Bordeaux-style blend of the best barrels in

the cellar named in honor of Leonard Firestone, who was a

former US Ambassador to Belgium.Make sure to catch one of the complimentary tours offered

daily, which will take you on a journey that starts at a real cork

tree and continues throughout the vineyards and barrel room,

finishing in the historical room with a look at the history of the

Firestone family. Whether visiting for your first or fiftieth time,

Firestone Winerys commitment to sharing their history and

dedication to quality winemaking is sure to leave you with a

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VARIETALSChardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon,Pinot Noir, Syrah, Zinfandel

CELLAR TOuRS

Bridlewood offers cellar tours as a more intimate way to

understand their wines and become acquainted with

the winery. This activity is highly recommended for

those interested in learning more about the winemakingprocess. Call (805) 688-9000 ext. 211 to set up a tour.

BARREL ROOM TOuRS

Go beyond the tasting room counter and learn how

Bridlewood crafts our artisan wines.

Youll begin your tour overlooking the Bridlewood Lake

and the stunning estate vineyard. Then, youll get an

intimate look at the cellar, where you can taste wine

straight from the barrel. Youll learn about Central Coast

winemaking and enjoy wine and food pairing education.Reservations are required for our tour, 1-800-467-4100,

ext. 223.

Bridlewood Estate Wineryopn dy 10 .. t 5 p..

3555 Roblar Avenue, Santa Ynez

1-800-467-4100www.bridlewoodwinery.com

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There is something for everyone on the gorgeous

grounds of Bridlewood Estate Winery. From an array of

varietals with multiple tasting options and venues, guests

will find something to their liking. Bridlewoods grounds are

truly spectacular with sweeping views of vineyard speckled

hillsides and a building that is reminiscent of an old world

mission. The winery was formerly a world renowned horse

facility and still retains an elegant yet rustic charm.

There are various options for visitors in terms of tasting

Bridlewood wines. Opt for a traditional style sampling in

the tasting room or enjoy an outdoor experience in the

courtyard. A feature completely exclusive to Bridlewood is

the option to tour the estate on a horse-drawn carriage.

This unique perspective is available on weekends as long as

the weather permits. For those looking for a first-hand look

at the winemaking process, cellar tours can be arranged by

appointment.

The winemaker is fortunate to have access to premiumCentral Coast vineyards in addition to the estate located in

the Santa Ynez Valley AVA. These areas include vineyards

in both Monterey County & Paso Robles. Its this variety

and blending talents that make Bridlewood wines

distinctive, approachable and always enjoyable.

Bridlewood embodies the California wine experience with

its stunning mission-style pastoral setting and grounds.

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WINE CLuBS

As a member of our wine club you getaccess to notable wines not just fromCalifornia, but from other wine regions,most notably in Australia. Plus, clubmembers receive complimentarytastings at their sister wineries includingBeringer, St. Clement in Napa Valley and

Chateau St. Jean in Sonoma.Club options include the popularCalifornia Discovery Club, featuringwines from premier wine regions inCalifornia, the Global Explorer Club forthose seeking adventure in exploringnew wine regions, and the Reserve Clubwith a focus on the finest reserve andlimited production wines from Cellar360s most prestigious wine estates.

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1-877-774-9463

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Mention Dy Trips nd reeive omplimentry 2 for 1 tsting for the Best of cliforni menu(exluding speil events nd reserve tstings).

Set in the midst of one of its expansive vineyards, the Cellar 360Tasting Room (formerly Meridian Vineyards) in Paso Robles, is a primedestination for wine enthusiasts seeking out a variety of wines frommultiple wine appellations. With its vast views of endless vineyards, thedrive up to the winery from the highway leads you to a picturesquesetting that begs you to linger and enjoy your visit.

Garden paths of fragrant, native plants greet you and lead to a shadedpatio complete with bistro tables, perfect for a picnic. The tasting roomhas a wide-selection of deli items, including artisan cheese, which pairnicely with their wine.

The tasting room menu includes a Best of California offering, withthe tasting fee waived with the purchase of two bottles and alwayscomplimentary for wine club members. The menu includes a travelthrough Californias wine regions, with a showing of the AVAs mostwell-known varietals, such as a Gewrztraminer from Chateau St. Jean inSonoma, Beringers Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir fromTAZ in Santa Barbara County, and a

central coast day trips fall/winter 2012

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