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WINERYPAGE 16
VINTNERSFESTIVAL
IN SOLVANGPAGE 22
TASTINGROOM:
J. LOHRPAGE 20
SILVERHORSE
WINERYPAGE 24
WINEMAKERPROFILE:
JADAPAGE 32
9TH ANNUALTASTE OF
PISMOPAGE 26
APRIL 2013
SERVING SAN LUIS OBISPO & SANTA BARBARA COUNTIE
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J. Lohrs Wine FestivalWeekend Events
J.LOHR
PASO ROBLES WINE CENTE
6169 Airport Road (off Hwy 46 Ea
805.239.8900
TASTING DAILY 10AM 5PM
@JLohrWines
#ShareTheLohr
Friday, May 17
Caribbean-style Buffet BBQ6:00 pm 8:00 pm
KillerEatz brings Caribbean flair to our
Friday night Buffet BBQ! Enjoy traditional island disheslike Jerk chicken breast and Cuban beans.
BBQ includes your choice of J. Lohr Estates:
Riverstone Chardonnay, Los Osos Merlot
or Seven Oaks Cabernet (375 ml size.)
Music by The Shival Experience.
$55/person $45/Wine Club
reservations required
Sunday, May 20
Buffet Brunch10:30 am12:00 pm
Cahoots Caterings menu will include
a succulent Prime Rib Station and a
made to order Omelet and Waffle Bar.
Cost includes your choice of
J. Lohr wine by the glass.
$50/person $45/Wine Clubreservations required
For complete menus go to jlohr.com/eventsFor reservations email [email protected] or call 805.239.8900
With the recent release of our 2011 J. LEstates Falcons Perch, Pinot Noir
from our vineyards in Monterey Countwere excited to share the Pinot love
and to learn about yours!
Go to jlohr.com/FindYourPerch
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The Essence of Paso Robles
Taste our award-winning wines and
discover the Essence of Paso Robles
Take a guided tour of the wine cavern
Enjoy the picnic areas & bocce ball courts
OPEN DAILY 10-63443 Mill Road (Off HWY46 East)
Paso Robles, CA
805.239.1616
RobertHallWinery.com
Taste our award-winning wines and
discover the Essence of Paso Robles
Take a guided tour of the wine cavern
Taste our award-winning wines and
discover the Essence of Paso Robles
Take a guided tour of the wine cavern
Taste our award-winning wines and
discover the Essence of Paso Robles
Take a guided tour of the wine cavernTake a guided tour of the wine cavern
Enjoy the picnic areas & bocce ball courts
OPEN DAILY 10-63443 Mill Road (Off HWY46 East)
Paso Robles, CA
805.239.1616
RobertHallWinery.com
Take a guided tour of the wine cavern
Enjoy the picnic areas & bocce ball courts
OPEN DAILY 10-63443 Mill Road (Off HWY46 East)
Paso Robles, CA
805.239.1616
RobertHallWinery.com
Take a guided tour of the wine cavern
Enjoy the picnic areas & bocce ball courts
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TABLE OF CONTENTS | WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTH APRIL 2013 | ISSUE 2, VOLUME
FEATURES REGULARSWINE REGIONS55 | CENTRAL COAST MAP
28 | PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAPPleasant Valley Wineries, 25
West Side Wineries, Mondo Cellars, 27
Downtown Paso Robles Wineries, 28
33 | SAN LUIS OBISPO MAPAvila Beach Wineries, 31
34 | NORTHERN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY MAPLompoc Wineries:Transcendence, 35
Santa Maria, 37
Solvang Wineries, 38-39Lions Peak Vineyards, 38
Los Olivos Wineries, 40-43Los Olivos Tasting Room, 40Fontes & Phillips, 42Rancho Olivos Olive Oil, 43
Los Alamos Wineries: Bell Street Farm, 44
Santa Barbara Wineries:Corks and Crowns, 45
12 | ON THE COVER: ANDREW MURRAY VINEYARDS
14 | CHAMISAL VINEYARDSA 40 Year Celebration
16 | EOS ESTATE WINERYA Popular Wine Tasting Destination
18 | WINEMAKER PROFILE: HALTER RANCHSpring Wines are Ready
20 | J. LOHRFalcons Perch Flies High
22 | VINTNERS FESTIVAL - APRIL 20
24 | SILVER HORSE WINERY
25 | INAUGURAL EVENT SHOWCASES PASO ROBLES CAB
26 | 9TH ANNUAL TASTE OF PISMO APRIL 26-27
30 | SUMMERWOOD WINERY & INNA Welcoming Landmark at the Gateway
to Westside Paso Robles
31 | EARTH DAY FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL - APRIL 20TH
32 | JADA VINEYARD & WINERY
8 | WINEOLOGY by Len NapolitanoIs it sulfites in wine that give me headaches?
10 | WINEGOWING DECISIONS by Josh SteinCover Crops: When to Mow the Lawn and Other Decisions
17 | WINE COUNTRY DININGPaso Robles Inn Steakhouse
46 | CALENDAR OF EVENTSSan Luis Obispo County, 46Santa Barbara County, 48Ventura County, 49
50 | WINERY LISTINGSPaso Robles, 50San Luis Obispo, 52Santa Maria/Foxen Canyon, 52Los Alamos, 53Los Olivos, 53Lompoc/Buellton, 53Solvang, 54Santa Ynez, 54Santa Barbara, 54Ventura County, 54
54 | WINE COUNTRY DEALS & DISCOUNTS
55 | CENTRAL COAST MAP
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Sulfites are the reason for mandatory label warnings on wine
bottles because a small percentage of the US population, less than one
percent, suffer an allergic reaction to sulfites, such as sneezing or
coughing. About ten percent of these sufferers have a more serious
reaction, such as shortness of breath.
However, people who get headaches from wine should not
automatically blame the sulfites. In the majority of cases the cause is
probably something else, such as histamines in the wine. Some
people take an antihistamine in advance of drinking wine in order to
prevent getting a reaction from the histamines in the wine. Needless
to say, the causes of allergic reactions of any kind are difficult to pin
down without a doctors assistance and if you suffer any ailment as
result of drinking wine, you should consult with a doctor.If you have a wine allergy you can try narrowing down the caus
by first sampling wines made from organically grown grapes, such Bonterra made by Fetzer, or Sanford from Santa Barbara County,among many others. These wines are made from grapes that aregrown without the use of synthetic chemicals, like pesticides,herbicides and fungicides. If no relief comes from drinking wine froorganically grown grapes, the next step is to try a 100% organic winwhich contains a minimal amount of sulfites that occur naturally inproduction, and has no sulfites added. These wines are commonlyfound in natural food grocery stores.
To be sure, every wine, organic or not, contains some sulfites
because sulfites are produced naturally in the process of winemakinIf the total sulfite content is 10 parts per million or higher, howeverthe government requires a warning label. Winemakers add moresulfites because they help to preserve the quality of the wine for lonterm shelf life. Therefore, wines that contain no added sulfites shoube consumed while the wine is young.
A Certified Specialist in Wine, Len Napolitano has been educating consumers about wine since 2001.
also Tweets tips and advice to the wine consumer. Follow him on Twitter: @Wineologist. Wineology i
excerpted from Len's forthcoming book, "Nose, Legs, Body!: Uncomplicated Answers To The Mystifie
Wine Consumers First 50 Questions" E-mail your wine questions to [email protected]
Learn more about wine!
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I N T E L L I G E N C E F O R T H E W I N E C O N S U M E R
BY LEN NAPOLITANO
www.brokenearthwinery.com5625 Highway 46 East Paso Robles, CA 805.239.2562
10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
OPEN DAILY
FEATURINGOur Estate Grown Award Winning Wines& A Unique Selection of Gourmet Foods.
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I know I wondered as I drove past, so I am positive you have, too.Why do some vineyards have nothing between the rows while others
have every other or even every row filled with spiky and flowery
green, yellow, red and even brown plants? Believe it or not, you can
tell a lotnot just about the weather but about the vineyard
management philosophyjust by looking between the rows of vines
rather than at them as is usually the case.
Cover crops matter because they affect the soil health the vines are
growing within and the irrigation levels of that soil. They have a huge
impact on erosion control, which is vital in wet winter months on
vine-dormant hillsides. Equally, in the drier times, cover crops help
with dust control, which also means pest control and encouragement
of beneficial bugs. And depending on the kind of crops chosen and
the microclimates proclivity to frost, cover crops can help to protect
vines from inclimate weather damage.
The reasons cover crops are so important are connected to what
vines dont do: move once in place, so everything around them
becomes really important. Unlike annual row crops, its four years
before vines start to give commercial production levels, and its often
two decades or more between replantingsif at all as there areempirical connections between older vines and great wines. In tha
context, the mutability of cover crops becomes apparent, necessary
and prudent, no?
Here are just some of the list of decisions which inform cover-
cropping: tilling the land initially is pretty much a given, but some
decide not to physically disturb the soil on flat ground so as to
maintain soil vitality while others till annually or more frequently i
order to put amendments, including the cover crops themselves,
more directly into the soil adjacent to the vines. Hillside vineyards
present other considerations, including erosion control provided bthe appropriate plants. Then theres the issue of using annuals or
perennials for your between-row plantings, with the obvious
difference being costs and labor, but this also correllates to another
decision: whether to use different cover crops each year, allowing a
cycling through of amendments, or to use a mix of crops year after
year.
Thats not all by a longshot. Given the impact on soil irrigation
levels, you will see a variety of stripping patterns in the vineyards o
wine country, which reveals a lot about the years weather to date to
the discerning eye. Is it early but the cover crops are already gone? dry winter with no rain in sight, so nothing is allowed to compete
with vine irrigation. Already late spring and the vineyards still look
abundant with all sorts of grasses, clovers and mustards? A very we
year with the cover crops still above ground to help pull water out
the soil. Some rows mown or tilled in early spring? Someones
making adjustments to soil water levels in different areas of the
vineyard, responding in a very immediate way to what the weather
gives and takes away.
Its a lot to think about, no? The next time you drive by or get to
go into a vineyard, not only will you now know what youre seeingyoull know why its there, and when you then taste the wines from
that vineyard, youll have a bit of insight into why its so much easi
to be a California winemaker these days: so much of the heavy
workin the vineyard and in the headis already done long befo
we see the resulting grapes. Enjoy!
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BY JOSH STEIN
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 bran
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, Discre
Wine Support Services and SF-Integrated Vineyard Management.
Experience Five unique wineries from theEdna Valley pouring under the same roof.
These wineries are located in the Independenceschoolhouse established in 1909
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Andrew Murray fell in love with the classic Rhne varieties, specifically Syrah and
Viognier, in the late 1980s as he traveled through Frances Rhne Valley. At the time he
was enrolled at UC Berkeley studying paleontology, but sampling the wines in France
there was a shift in his thinking. Capitalizing on this newfound enthusiasm for wine, he
decided to do an internship in Australia at a winery, focusing on the production of Shira
When Andrew returned to the U.S., he earned himself a bachelors degree in viticulture
and enology from UC Davis, and then founded his eponymous Santa Ynez winery and
vineyard, dedicated exclusively to his favored Rhne-style wines. Today, Andrew Murra
Vineyards is synonymous with some of the states premier Rhne wines, from sell-out
vineyard designated Syrahs to wildly popular blends!
Please stop by their tasting room when you are traveling through the Los Olivos wine
country. They were just voted the Best Tasting Room in the Valley for 2012, an honor th
they are justifiably proud of! Their recently remodeled room is modern, sleek and clean
with white furniture and stainless steel countertops on the tasting bar. It is truly a
refreshing contrast to many of the tasting rooms in the area. There are roughly 10
different wines to sample and a couple of very affordable tasting options. Their staff is
very friendly and wine knowledgeable, which allows for lots of convivial conversation a
a bit of wine education for the more curious visitors. There are several new wine releases
ON THE COVER
ANDREW MURRAYVINEYARDS
ANDREW MURRAY VINEYARDS
2901 Grand Avenue, Los OlivosOpen daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Winery: 5095 Zaca Station Road, Los OlivosOpen Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
www.andrewmurrayvinyards.com | (805) 693-9644
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available in the tasting room right now, including the 2011 Syrah Tous les Jours which
was just rated 92 Points by Wine & Spirits Magazine. There is also the 2011
Esperance, red blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvdre. They are also featuring
several limited, single vineyard Syrahs right now. Of particular note is the 2010 Syrah
Terra Bella Vineyard from Paso Robles (93 Points Wine Spectator) and the 2011 SyrahWatch Hill Vineyard from Los Alamos (91 Points Wine Enthusiast, Editors Choice)
Releasing shortly will be their white blend of Roussanne and Grenache Blanc, known
as the 2012 RGB and their wonderfully perfumed, yet dry, 2012 Viognier from their
new vineyard in Santa Maria.
When you visit them, make sure you check out Andrews new range of wines, This
is E11even, a nod to a classic rock n roll movie from the 80s. This trio of new wines
takes Andrew out of his Rhne comfort zone and into some fun new territory. The
highlight is a deliciously balanced Pinot Noir, from a single vineyard in Santa Maria.
There is also a red Cabernet blend, irreverently named Big Bottom and a deliciously
crisp white blend simply named, Unplugged. All three of the wines are absolutely
yummy, fun and affordable, at only $16/bottle. For a limited time, this trio is available
to taste in its own signature glass for $5.
For a more intimate experience, their winery, at 5095 Zaca Station Road, Los
Olivos, is now open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and offers seated
wine tastings on the terrace overlooking the beautiful vineyards. This is a great place
to come and watch the sun set over a glass of wine with good friends or that someone
special. Some weekends will feature live music or other fun opportunities, please
check their website for more information. www.AndrewMurrayVineyards.com.
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CHAMISAL VINEYARDS
A 40 Year CelebrationBY JEMMA WILSONTo commemorate their historic 40 years in Edna Valley, Chamisal Vineyards will be
hosting a big celebration this July. In addition to celebrating their 40th anniversary, they
are releasing a highly anticipated wine, 40 years in the making. Chamisal Vineyards is
producing a special Anniversary Chardonnay less than 250 cases of Chardonnay comi
from the original Chardonnay vines on the property. This special wine will first be releas
to the wine club, then later to the public. These wines will feature the original Chamisa
label that the winery first released in 1973. This is one event that you shouldnt miss!
We are so excited and proud to be turning 40. What better way to celebrate than wi
a summer birthday party? said Andrea Chan, Chamisals Director of Consumer Sales.
Were going big for this commemoration and hope lots of people come out to show the
support.
The festivities will be held on Saturday, July 13, at Chamisals winery, where guests w
be treated to live music, food and most importantly, good wines. Settled amongst the
vineyard, this outdoor celebration will be the perfect summer afternoon gathering for
friends and fun! Tickets will be sold in a few months; in the meantime, you can send an
email to [email protected] and let the Chamisal team know youd lik
to be added to their RSVP list. The friendly staff of Chamisal is all about having a good
time and the 40th anniversary is set to be one of the best parties yet. Watch the sunset, s
some vino and reflect on this remarkable place we are fortunate enough to call home.
Last year, Chamisal Vineyards tasting room underwent a makeover and remodeled
their front and back patio; some might say that the rear patio offers the best views in a
Open daily 10a.m. to 5p.m.7525 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispo
www.chamisalvineyards.com(805) 541-9463
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Clautiere NV Mon Bon Rouge
2013 Winemaker ChallengeInternational Wine Competition
Only 103 golds were awarded
out of 714 entries from 11 countries.
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1340 Penman Springs Road, Paso Robles
www.clautiere.com | (805) 237-3789
www.facebook.com/clautierevineyard
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of Edna Valley. Stop in to enjoy the Chamisal Estate or Califa Pinot
Noir or Chardonnay, or embrace the warmer weather with their
newly released Estate Ros and Pinot Gris. Kick back at one of the
tables as you look over the vineyard, taking a deep breath as you
sigh in relaxation. Does it get much better than this?
If you cant wait for their big 40th birthday celebration, check out
some of Chamisals other events:
April 13 & 14 Annual Wine for Paws weekend. A portion of the
proceeds will be donated to the local animal shelter, Woods
Humane Society.
May 10 Chamisal Annual Golf Tournament at Cypress Ridge Golf
Course in Nipomo.
We are always looking for ways to get involved with our
community and these events are a great way for us to contribute,
Andrea Chan said.
Chamisal Vineyards was founded in the spring of 1973 by
Norman Goss, who was the first to plant vines in Edna Valley. Goss
named the property after Chamise, a native white-flowered shrub
that thrives on this dry, rocky terrain. After Goss sold Chamisal in
1994, the property was renamed Domaine Alfred, up until 2008
when Crimson Wine Group purchased the estate and returned it to
its original name. Chamisal Vineyards is a staple in the Edna Valley
and the history is as rich as its wines.
Chamisal Vineyards is located at 7525 Orcutt Road in San Luis
Obispo. They are open seven days a week from 10am to 5pm and
can be reached at (805) 541-9463 or ChamisalVineyards.com.
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Eos is one of the most popular wine tasting destinations in the Central Coast region of Californi
Ever since its opening in the mid-1980s, the winery has built an enthusiastic fan base and earned
praise from the media for its bold reds, complex whites and luscious dessert wines.
The winery takes its name from the Greek goddess of dawn. Myth has it that Eos opened the gat
of heaven each morning allowing the sun to begin its daily trek across the sky. Fiercely passionate, s
was cursed by Aphrodite for having an affair with Ares. Her punishment was an insatiable appetite young men.
Since its purchase in 2010 by Bill Foley, Eos has undergone a number of changes to improve wi
quality, upgrade brand image and enhance visitor experience. Recent and future bottlings feature a
new label design that captures the essence of the brands namesake and the authenticity of the wine
The wine club will be revamped in the coming months to provide more options and access to
wines that arent available elsewhere. Some of the exclusive, limited-production wines that will be
available to members include proprietary and single-vineyard bottlings of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah an
Chardonnay.
The tasting room, located at the corner of Airport Road and Highway 46 East, is one of the most
enjoyable stops for wine lovers in the Paso Robles region. Laid back and casual, it is the perfect pla
to sample new releases and library selections with friends and family.
The winery offers both public and private tasting programs plus a variety of buffet and seateddining options that are available with reservations. For weddings, meetings and other private event
there are two indoor spaces, a vineyard lawn and a covered pole barn.
Eos Estate Winery is a proud member of The Wineries of Highway 46 East, a coalition of winerie
and hospitality partners along the eastern Paso Robles corridor. The tasting room is located at 2300
Airport Road, Paso Robles. For more information, call (805) 591-8050 or go to www.eosvintage.co
Highlights: Eos is named after the Greek goddess of dawn
Eos tasting room is among the most popular in Paso Robles
The winery offers a number of wine club options designed to satisfy everyones palate
Eos is the perfect place for weddings, corporate events or private parties
EOS A Popular Wine Tasting Destination
Open daily 10a.m. to 5p.m.2300 Airport Road, Paso Robles
(805) 591-8050 | www.eosvintage.com
Eos is a proud member of
The Wineries of Highway 46 East, a coalition of wineries and
hospitality partners along the eastern Paso Robles corridor.
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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
S O L V A N G
MAMA'S MEATBALLFine Italian Restaurant and Catering
Mama's Meatball has specialized in creating
seasonal menus by using only the finest and
freshest ingredients.
570 Higuera St. Suite 130-135www.mamasmeatball.com
805-544-0861
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BY ALLISON LEVINE
Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse has been a favorite place for localsand visitors for more than 50 years, but their history dates evenfurther back.
Sitting on top of natural sulfur springs, the El Paso de RoblesHotel was opened in 1891. Built in the Victorian style, the hotelstood as a fortress in the small town of Paso Robles and was thedestination of the day. But, the golden era of the El Paso de
Robles Hotel and Hot Springs came to an end after a major fire in1940 burned down everything except the Grand Ballroom.
The Paso Robles Inn was reopened in 1942 as a modernbungalow-style hotel with surrounding gardens. While the inn
was rich in Paso history, it did not maintain its landmark statusuntil the Martin family bought the property in 1999 and restoredit to its original beauty, including the original Grand Ballroom.Despite losing one building in the 2003 earthquake, the propertycurrently offers 30 deluxe spa hotel rooms and six two-bedroom
suites, all with mineral spring tubs in the rooms.With an outdoor patio and fire-pit tables overlooking the
gardens, Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse, which was remodeled lastfall, is a classic steakhouse with a modern twist. Offering a
diverse menu, the restaurant has access to great resources,
including seafood, produce from the Santa Maria Valley and othartisan products. The chefs regularly go to the farmers marketbuy ingredients for the recently revised family-friendly menuwhich offers more options for the budget-conscious visitor.Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, some of the popular disheare the halibut soft tacos, the pulled pork sandwich and the SanMaria-style BBQ. The wine list features an extensive selection Central Coast wines. In partnership with Tobin James Winery,they feature a Westside Zinfandel which is served directly fromstainless steel tanks into a decanter.
Check out Prime Rib Wednesday where you can get a 10-ozprime rib with potato of choice and mixed green salad for $19.9or a prime rib sandwich and potato for $12.95. And, if you stopat the Paso Robles Steakhouse after a day of wine tasting in thearea, you will receive complimentary corkage on your first bottlof any San Luis Obispo County wine.
Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse
A Fresh Approach toClassic American Cuisine
ROBERTS Restaurant & Wine Bar
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805-226-5406 | 815 12th Street, Paso Robles | www.estrellarestaurant.com
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HALTER RANCHSpring Wines Are ReadyIntroducing Tempranillo
Spains premier variety is known to thrive on the west side of Paso Robles. In 2009 Halter Ranc
added 2.1 acres of Tempranillo to the list of many varieties grown in the vineyard. 2011 marked t
first harvest of Tempranillo as well as the first vintage at Halter Ranch for Winemaker, Kevin Sass.
The Tempranillo is beautifully balanced, with a ripe, lush mouthfeel. Redolent of plums, ripe figs
and white pepper, it has a long, persistent finish. Kevin crafted a scant 100 cases of this wine that
he has designated worthy of their silver reserve label. This wine will be first available to Halter
Ranch Wine Club members and any that remains after this offering will be available in the tasting
room. $50, $40 Wine Club, (750 ml).
A Very Popular Pink
If you are looking for a delicious, refreshing and lower alcohol wine you will like the 2012
Halter Ranch Ros. This shift toward lower alcohol and higher acid in wine is intentional.
Winemaker Kevin Sass blends the Rhne White Picpoul Blanc into the traditionally Grenache-
based blend. We have found the wine maintains its delicious bright red fruit character quite wel
while the bracing acidity provided by Picpoul Blanc makes it even more delectable with food, sa
Sass. The 2012 vintage is composed of 68% Grenache, 15% Mourvdre, 12% Picpoul Blanc and
5% Syrah. Immediately the nose is bright and bursting with red fruit in the cranberry, raspberry
and strawberry spectrum. On the palate the texture is light but mouth filling with that thirst
quenching quality so desirable in Ros. Acidity is present but not overwhelming. As the wine
opens, notes of passion fruit, guava, grapefruit and sour cherry begin to emerge. A delightful
cranberry grapefruit zip swoops in on the finish leaving the palate fresh and awaiting the next sipDont hesitate to try this wine as the Halter Ranch Ros sells out early every year. $19, $15.20 Win
Club, (750 ml).
A Not-So-Everyday Red
The Red Table Wine, Synthesis blends the elegance and complexity of Cabernet Sauvignon wit
the rich, spicy ripeness of Syrah. The 2011 Synthesis already seems like the cool, collected older
sibling of its predecessor. Fruit forward with an underlying dark, meaty character, the 2011
absolutely screams to be drunk, paired or unpaired. The wine has 3-5 years of life in it if cellaring
your game, but why wait? Expect dark plummy fruit, some slight oak influence, an impressively
full mouthfeel, and peppery spice from the 2011 Synthesis. This wine is available at the Halter
Ranch Tasting Room. It is well worth the drive. $20, $16 Wine Club, (750 ml).
Winemaker, Kevin Sass
HALTER RANCH VINEYARD
Open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.8910 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles
(805) 226-9455 | www.halterranch.com
WINERY & CAVE TOURS
Now Available Weekends
If you havent been to Halter R anch recently, it is
time to plan your next visit. Free Winery & Cave
Tours start at the Tasting Room and begin with a
walk through the 19th-century barnyard. You
see the unique aspects of this west side Paso
Robles vineyard, sustainable farming and the art
of viticulture. At the winery, embark on the path
a grape takes through the newly completed,
cutting-edge winery facility and cave system.
Your tour includes a description of the innovative
winemaking techniques and the future at HalterRanch and lasts approximately 45 minutes.
Tours are offered Saturday & Sunday at 11 a.m.
and 1 p.m., no appointment required.
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This family-owned brewery started by Jim and Jaime Dietenhofer
of Los Olivos, has been life-long dream in the making. Harnessing
their Bavarian heritage the Dietenhofers wanted to create a craftbrewery in the Santa Ynez Valley that focused on creating the highest
quality beer and help add to a growing hop culture in the Central
Coast.
Utilizing the skill sets from award-winning head brewer A.J. Stoll
and his brew team, Figueroa Mountain Brewing has been able to
create a line-up of seven quality craft beers (soon to be more). The
brew team has been able to earn multiple medals including three
golds in a very short period of time (open since 2010).
In addition to selling beer in draft and bottles on the open market,
Figueroa Mountain Brewery has a tap room that puts the patrons a few
feet away from the brewing action. Complete with a state-of-the-art
stainless brewing system, customers can enjoy the pint of beer thatwas made in the same room and epitomizes freshness. An experience
that includes live music on Fridays, and a complete food and wine list.
Beer lovers may also enjoy the Fig Mtn Beer truck complete with
taps on the side ready to pour. The truck can be seen at a large list
of events throughout the Central Coast. Stay tuned to
www.figmtnbrew.com for more information, or follow them on Face-
book: Figueroa Mountain Brewing for the latest news and updates.
Quality Craft Beers fromFigueroa Mountain Brewing Co.
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J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines has been instrumental in putting
Monterey County Chardonnay and Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon
on the wine world map. As part of the winerys acclaimed J. Lohr
Estates tier, wines such as the J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonnay
and Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon have become benchmarks for
their respective regions, showing wine lovers what can be achieved
with these varieties on Californias Central Coast. Beginning with the
2009 vintage, the winery began making the same statement with
Monterey County Pinot Noir, when it produced its inaugural J. Lohr
Estates Falcon's Perch Pinot Noir.
From the start, Falcons Perch followed in the footsteps of the
other great J. Lohr Estates wines, offering a profound expression of a
grape perfectly suited to its growing area. We are aware that J. Lohr
Estates isnt just representing J. Lohr, its representing the regions welove, says Jeff Meier, J. Lohrs longtime director of winemaking. We
take this very seriously. Thats why we spent more than a decade
working with Pinot Noir before we unveiled Falcon's Perch. We
planted vineyards, created a whole winery-within-a-winery to work
in even smaller lots, and made countless trial Pinots before we got to
a place where we felt the wine was what we wanted it to be.
There are many reasons why, vintage after vintage, J. Lohr is able
to achieve remarkable levels of quality. The steady hand of Jeff Meier
is one of the biggest. Jeff joined J. Lohr in 1984. Three years later, the
winery produced its first J. Lohr Estates wine. Since then, Jeff has
helped to oversee the creation of every single J. Lohr Estates offering,
bringing an unmatched level of continuity and knowledge to the
process.
While extensive work goes into creating each J. Lohr Estates wine,
this work is always ongoing. Jerry [Lohr] doesnt believe in resting
on his laurels, adds Jeff. Hes constantly challenging us to bring out
all the flavor we can in the wines. Most of this work occurs in J.
Lohrs estate vineyards, through the addition of new varietals, clones
and rootstocks.
While the majority of the Pinot Noir for the 2011 Falcons Perch
comes from J. Lohrs estate vineyards in the Arroyo Seco appellation,
approximately 15% comes from vineyards J. Lohr partnered to
develop in the Santa Lucia Highlands. Overall, J. Lohr has more than1,300 acres of vines in its near-legendary Monterey County estate
program. Everything about our vineyards has been meticulously
thought out and tested, says Jeff. Before we ever planted our first
Pinot Noir vine, we did trial wines using every clone under
consideration. The climate of these vineyards is heavily influenced
by Monterey Bay, and the bays two-mile-deep Blue Grand Canyon of
cold water, which creates an upwelling current that maintains very
cool temperatures all year round.
According to J. Lohr Red Winemaker Steve Peck, the 2011 J. Lohr
Estates Falcons Perch Pinot Noir represents a stylistic evolution. The
2011 is a richer, darker and more velvety expression of Monterey
County Pinot Noir. These qualities were underscored by the
coolness of the 2011 vintage, and the low Pinot Noir yields it
producedonly 2.5 tons per acre! While all of this has resulted in
great depth and concentration, there is also a fresh, clean acidity th
makes the 2011 vintage a fantastic food wine. Pinot is one of the
most versatile food wines. Our 2011 Falcons Perch has lovely cher
preserve, violet and crme brle notes that make it sensational wi
everything from pork to salmon to seared tuna. J. Lohr Vineyards
Wines is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and is located at 6169
Airport Rd, Paso Robles, CA. For information about J. Lohr Vineya
& Wines, call (805) 239-8900 or visit www.jlohr.com.
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Vintners Festival - April 202013 Vintners Festival: 50+ Varietals - Taste the Diversity
50+ varietals of outstanding quality need to be experienced!
Thirty plus years of growing and experimenting to bring out the be
of each varietal are being showcased as living proof of the quality o
excellence in farming and expressive winemaking. With over onehundred wineries and vineyards the Santa Barbara County Vintner
Festival is the opportunity to learn by tasting and hearing the
vintners trials and triumphs in producing the wine brought for th
visitor to experience. A true appreciation for the varietals will be
gained by actually tasting the range of varietals produced in the
current AVAs (Happy Canyon, Santa Maria, Sta. Rita Hills and Sant
Ynez). Each AVA is unique in soil composition and microclimate,
thereby producing uniqueness in its fruit. Our festival showcases t
diversity of our wine region in Live Action We invite the visito
to actively participate in this live tasting experiment in the City o
Solvang and the beautiful grounds of the mission in an annual rite
spring says the Executive Director of the Association.With dozens of the finest area food establishments alongside th
wineries, the visitors palate experiences the ultimate in taste
sensations with the pairing of exquisite wine and food. We can talk
write and show pictures/videos about our diversityIt is in tasting
the wine that the understanding and character of the grape is
revealed to an individual.
Taste the Diversity of Santa Barbara County Wine Country on
Saturday, April 20th, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mission Santa Ines,
Solvang, Ca 93463.
For more information on the members of the Santa Barbara
County Vintners Association or to purchase tickets to the Festival,
to www.sbcountywines.com.
After 30 Years Vintners Festival Returns to Historic Mission Santa Ines
In 1983, seventeen Santa Barbara County wineries organized by
Bob Lindquist and Deborah Brown held their first wine tasting
festival on the lawn in front of historic Mission Santa Ines. Thirty
years and over one hundred new wineries and vineyards later, the
Santa Barbara County Vintners Festival returns to the city of Solva
and the beautiful grounds of the mission in an annual rite of sprin
designed to heighten public awareness by showcasing the award
winning wines which are grown, produced and bottled locally. Jus
as they have for the past 30 years, visitors come from all over the
United States to soak in information about the unique attributes ofthe wine growing regions here in Santa Barbara County, says the
Executive Director of the Association. We are thrilled to return to
our roots, which are also the historic roots of this community.
What started as a small food and wine event targeting the local
population in order to raise enough funds to print a map showing
where visitors could locate the wineries has developed over the yea
into an attraction that draws thousands into the area not only to
attend the festival but also the wineries themselves.
We try to produce a festival that enlightens the mind as well as
lightens the spirit of those who attend.JeremyBall
BobDickey
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SILVER HORSE WINERYBY JEMMA WILSON
Summer may not officially be here yet but Silver Horse Winery has already begun their
Summer Concert Series, dubbed Friday Fte, to get you in the festive mood. One Friday of ev
month from now through October, Silver Horse will be serving up local bands, local grub and
course, their extraordinary local wines. Were giving people a chance to come, hang out, danc
eat gourmet grub and of course drink our incredible wines, said winemaker and generalmanager Steve Kroener.
The outdoor event setting at Silver Horse is incomparable. Aside from the stage and lawn
area, the winery also boasts two bocce ball courts, two horseshoe pits and the bean-bag toss
game, Cornhole. The musicians offer a little something for everyone, from country rock to reg
to the jazzy blues, these locals artists, such as ReWined, Cuesta Ridge Mountain Boys and The
Gypsy All Stars, are sure to leave you in a dancing mood.
The Friday Fte at Silver Horse Winery is a family event and only costs $10, which include
your admission, a logo glass, plus a glass of estate-grown wine. Wine for purchase is available
the glass or the bottle, as well as food options from a wood-burning stove, local caterers or a
gourmet food truck. Bring your glass back for next months event and admission is only $5!
Aside from their happening summer series, Silver Horse is also releasing some of their high
anticipated 2010 wines. Their Tempranillo, Garnach, Malbec and Petit Verdot will all be
available for tasting and purchase. The San Francisco Chronicle recently named their Petit Ver
Best in Class at last years wine competition.
Considering that about 95% of their award-winning wines can only be found in their tastin
room, it is highly recommended that you give this place a try! Good music, good wines and
good times, do not be one to miss out!
Silver Horse Winery is one of the oldest wineries in San Miguel and specializes in Spanish
Bordeaux varietals. With only 46 acres of grapes, they produce around 2,000 cases of wine pe
year, the majority of which are only available through the tasting room. Silver Horse is open
Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m to 5 p.m. or by appointment only. They are located at
2995 Pleasant Road in San Miguel and can be contacted at (805) 476-WINE or SilverHorse.co
SILVER HORSE
VINEYARD & WINERY
Open daily 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.or by appointment
2995 Pleasant Road, San Miguelwww.silverhorse.com | (805) 467-WINE
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Come talk with the winemaker, enjoy the wines,and just relax in our open country setting.
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P L E A S A N T VA L L E YWelcome to
The Paso Robles CAB (Cabernet and Bordeaux) Collective
(PRCC), a grass-roots collaboration of Paso Robles appellation
wineries who produce superior quality, age-worthy Cabernet and
Bordeaux varietals, will show their finest selections to consumers,trade and media worldwide during the inaugural CABs of
Distinction events April 26-27. The slate of events includes
winemaker dinners and a Saturday afternoon gala at the prestigious
Windfall Farms, an elegant setting for panoramic views and a
seductive backdrop for Cabernet and Bordeaux aficionados.
Created with the belief that Bordeaux varieties grown in the
Paso Robles appellation and the subsequent quality of the wines
produced is under-represented in the marketplace and across the
wine industry, the PRCC seeks to improve awareness among
consumers and retailers worldwide regarding the distinctive
attributes of Paso Robles Cabernet as well as other Bordeaux
varietals. Current members include: Adelaida Cellars, B&E
Vineyard, Chateau Margene, Daou Vineyards & Winery, Eberle
Winery, HammerSky Vineyards, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, Jada
Vineyard, Justin Vineyards & Winery, LAventure, Parrish Family
Vineyards, Record Family Wines, Robert Hall Winery, Sextant
Wines, Venteux Vineyards and Vina Robles.
The 2013 CABs of Distinction events will consist of:
En Primeur - a media and trade-only barrel tasting of the 2012
vintage held Friday, April 26, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Park
Ballroom in downtown Paso Robles. Winemaker dinners hosted in key Paso Robles restaurants Friday
April 26, 7 p.m. with a list of participating restaurants to include
Thomas Hill Organics, Roberts, Paso Terra, Il Cortile, Bistro
Laurent and McPhee's.
A media-and trade-only panel discussion and tasting wherein
winemakers and winery principals will be on hand to showcase
their very best wines and share lunch with the winemakers at
Windfall Farms from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27.
CABs of Distinction grand tasting, a consumer-focused event held
at Windfall Farms on Saturday, April 27 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
wherein winemakers and winery principals will be on hand to
showcase their very best wines to the anticipated 600 guests. Mu
and artisanal food purveyors will help set the stage for a spectacu
event. Tickets are $95 or $30 for designated drivers, and can be
purchased online at pasoroblescab.com.
Reservations for media-and trade-only events are required and c
be secured [email protected].
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Pismo Beachs Premier Wine & Culinary EventThe Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce presents the 9th Annual
Taste of Pismo from Friday April 26 through Saturday April 27, onthe cliffs of Dinosaur Caves Park overlooking the Pacific Ocean. For
two festive days in Pismo Beach, guests can experience regional wine
tastings and delicious cuisine samplings from the areas finest chefs,
vintners, and farmers. SLO Wine Country will present a unique, in-
depth farm-to-fork food experience pairing local farmers and
esteemed local chefs with the members of the San Luis Obispo
Vintners Associations outstanding Central Coast wines.
FarmFest-on-the-Coast, Friday, April 26, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.at Dinosaur Caves Park in Pismo Beach
Farmers and chefs will unite with local winemakers to showcase
sustainability and deliver farm-to-fork pairings that are locally grown,
harvested and handmade. Attendees at FarmFest-on-the-Coast, willlearn exactly where their food comes from, and be able to shake the
hand that harvested it when SLO Wine Country joins forces with
local farmers, ranchers and fisheries to showcase fresh, local produce.
Guests will experience sustainably grown, raised and caught produce
prepared fresh by esteemed local chefs. On top of savory samplings,
local vintners will be pouring world-class wines featuring over 30
different brands. Live music will be performed by the Hot Club of
SLO, a string gypsy jazz trio that draws inspiration from the late
Django Reinhardt and other famed 20's and 30's jazz musicians
blending hot jazz with French gypsy music. Some of the featured
farmers, chefs, restaurants, wineries and sustainable showcasingpartners will include Talley Farms, SLO Fresh Catch, SeaVenture,Ancient Peaks, Baileyana, Center of Effort, Chamisal Vineyards,Claiborne & Churchill, Edna Valley Vineyard, Tolosa Winery, WolfVineyard and many more.
The Taste of Pismos Premier Wine & Culinary Event, Saturday, April 27from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Dinosaur Caves Park in Pismo Beach
Guests will indulge in regional food and wine pairings in additito tasting top-rated local and award winning wines from over 20 lowineries and artisan micro-brews, delicious local cuisine and liveentertainment. Some of the featured restaurants and wineries willinclude Firestone Walker Brewing Co., Steamers of Pismo, ZorrosCaf & Cantina, Cracked Crab, Lido, Ventana Grill, Marisol, ToucaWines, Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards, Adelaida Cellars, Pismo BeacWinery, Croad Vineyards, Saucelito Canyon Vineyard, Red CarpetWinery, Laetitia Vineyard & Winery, Kynsi Winery, Monarch GroveWinery, Phantom Rivers Wine, Stephen Ross Wine, Opolo and mamore.
Friday-Saturday Combination Discount tickets for The Taste ofPismos Premier Wine & Culinary Event/FarmFest-on-the-Coast aravailable for $80 per person. FarmFest-on-the-Coast tickets are $4per person at (805) 541-5868 or www.SLOwine.com. The Taste oPismos Premier Wine & Culinary Event tickets are $50/person and$25 for designated drivers at (805) 773-4382 orwww.pismochamber.com. For more information, please visittasteofpismo.com.
9th Annual Taste of Pismo April 26-27
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BY MELISSA CHAVEZ
At Mondo Cellars, Tuscany-meets-California in this Central
California winery and retreat. Both winery and bed and breakfast are
set atop eighty-two acres of hillsides, where Bordeaux and Rhne -
style wines make it easy to calm and inspire the soul.
One of this seasons Mondo Cellars vintages to check out is the
2011 MacTavish Ros, a Syrah Ros/Viognier summer sipper. Other
recent arrivals are the 2011 Cielo (sky), a delectable Rhne blend,
and Mondos mob-themed red and white blends. They include the
2011 Guido, 2011 Gonzo, 2011 Snitch, 2010 The Bo$$ and the
2010 Mambo #5.
Every Friday night through October 2013, you can join Mondo
Cellars for Friday Night Sunset Happy Hour, from 5pm till sunset.Live entertainment and gourmet-catered appetizers on the patio at
nominal prices encourages a relaxed vibe as the day winds down.
Wine tastes are just $5, with one tasting fee waived, per-bottle
purchase.
The Mondo Cellars property includes Villa Nel Mondo, a restful,
three-room winemakers residence with plenty of space to entertain,
inside and out. It includes a sitting room, living room, kitchen, large
patios and morning baked goods to start the day. Large-venue
accommodations are the 3,000-square-foot Barrel Room, which offers
flexible configurations, such as an indoor bar, state-of-the-art
audio/visual equipment and adjacent access to the 6,000-square-foot
Tuscan Lawn. Several raised stage areas, space for BBQing, catering
and guest parking offer practicality to limitless views.Mondo Cellars is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through April, an
11:00 a.m. to 6 p.m. from May- October. From Spring Street in Pas
Robles, bear right and head 5.5 miles west from 24th Street to 3260
Nacimiento Lake Drive. Call (805) 226-2925, or visit
www.mondocellars.com.
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RED SOLES WINERY
3230 Oakdale Road, Paso Robles
Open Daily 11-5 805-226-9898
The unique growing region known as the Templeton Gap allows the
ocean to temper the areas warm days with cool, breezy nights. Theseconditions, paired with limestone soils, create the per fect terroir for
growing high quality wine. We are family owned and operated,
specializing in hand-crafted, very limited production wines, made
from grapes grown on our own vineyards.
VENTEUX VINEYARDS
1795 Las Tablas, Templeton
Open Daily 10-5 and by appointment
805-369-0127 www.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 ou
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-Thu, 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 Breakfastyour home and enjoy breathtaking views from every window. All ju
five miles from downtown Paso Robles shopping and dining. Join us
STANGER VINEYARDS
7970 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles
Open Daily 12 to 5 and Fresh Food available daily.
805-238-0621 www.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.
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SUMMERWOODWINERY & INN
A welcoming landmark at thegateway to Westside Paso Robles
BY KIM MURPHY-RODRIGUES
Located on Arbor Road, the SummerWood estate is a
welcoming landmark for travelers venturing west on
Highway 46. With its white picket fence and grand lawn
peppered with native trees, the picturesque SummerWoo
Winery & Inn beckons guests to drop by for a relaxing s
complete with an epicurean experience. Owned by the
Fukae family of Japan, the SummerWood estate is namedafter the Fukae familys eldest son, Natsuki, whose name
translates to Summerwood in Japanese.
SummerWood Winery is known for its artisan wines,
crafted from westside Paso Robles AVA fruit.
SummerWood Winemaker Mauricio Marchants
winemaking philosophy is to nurture the fruit, with
minimal irrigation and reduced crop loads in an effort to
maximize varietal character and complexity. The winerys
portfolio includes an impressive line-up of Rhne wines:
the Diosa Blanc white-Rhne blend, Marsanne, Viognier,
the Diosa red-Rhne blend, Syrah and a GSM in addition
to the winerys signature Bordeaux blend, Sentio, CabernSauvignon and a Solera-style Zinfandel Port. This Spring
SummerWood will be releasing a Grenache Blanc,
Grenache and a Zinfandel. All wines are exclusive to the
winerys tasting room, with a Private Reserve wine allocat
annually to SummerWood wine club members.
The nine guest room SummerWood Inn is located
adjacent to the winery and is known for its exceptional
hospitality and concierge service. Currently undergoing
an extensive renovation, the inn will re-open in August
2013, with an epicurean focus under the direction of
Executive Chef / Inn Manager Kelly Wangard. With afocus on farm-to-table cuisine, Chef Kelly relishes the
opportunity to incorporate the fresh local ingredients
found on the Central Coast into the dining experience at
SummerWood. Guests are treated to a gourmet breakfas
afternoon wine and appetizer reception and an evening
dessert. The inn is also the perfect site for destination
weddings and celebrations, with expansive panoramic
views of the viticultural terrain.
Discover SummerWood - inviting hospitality, fresh
wine country cuisine and exquisite wines.
SUMMERWOOD
WINERY & INN
Open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Spring/Summer2175 Arbor Rd., Paso Robles
(805) 227-1365 Winery l (805) 227-1111 Innwww.summerwoodwine.com
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Oceanfront Wine TastingUnique gifts & apparelWines by the glass!
480 Front St. Avila Beach805.595.9663
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Wish You Were Here!
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The Earth Day Food & Wine Festival has already established itself
as one of the premiere events celebrating local food, and this year,
were raising the bar even further by highlighting the gluten free fare
that our food folks are fashioning!
Theres often quite a bit of communication at festivals betweenattendees trying to avoid gluten (a protein found in wheat, barley, rye
and triticale). Whether theyre trying to avoid gluten themselves or
have friends who are, youll hear people buzzing intel to each other
like that booth is serving on a corn chip instead of a pita chip, or
that soup was thickened with cashews instead of flour, or this
marinade doesnt have any soy sauce in it. Yes, soy sauce check the
bottle in your pantry; odds are itll have wheat in it.
At this years Earth Day Food & Wine Festival, the ever-growing
list of gluten-free options already includes yummy food from AJ
Soups, Negranti Dairy, Carriage Vineyards (salad), BeeWench Farm
(spinach salad), Leo Leo Gelato, Natures Touch, Fig Good Food,
SeaVenture Hotel, Gardens of Avila, the General Store and bakerMaurica Zimmerman.
For Chef Casey Walcott of the SeaVenture, preparing a gluten free
offering for the event was a conscious choice because over the last
couple years I have noticed a large increase of people in need of
gluten free choices when it comes to dining. When I think of the
Earth Day event, I think health, sustainability, community, and
being in this together, so I keep that gluten free idea in mind when
creating a dish.
Arriving at gluten free from an entirely different perspective is CRobert Trester from Gardens of Avila, wholl be preparing roasted
baby beets with toasted buckwheat (not related to wheat, btw). His
whole approach to food is to take great local ingredients and prep
them in a way that celebrates them, without covering up or muddl
flavors This dish was just a natural progression of that taking
the beets and letting them speak, and enhancing the flavors with th
accompanying ingredients. It wasnt necessarily thought out or
conceived as a gluten-free dish, it just naturally progressed that wa
In the coming weeks, well be sharing more about the efforts of
our Earth Day Food & Wine Festival Food Artisans to provide glut
free fare. Until then, check some more of those labels in your pantr
Youll realize what a sneaky little thing were dealing with even asubiquitous an ingredient as hydrolyzed vegetable protein is often
manufactured with grains or products containing gluten.
For tickets and more information visit
www.earthdayfoodandwine.com or call (805) 466-2288.
Earth Day Food & Wine Festival - April 20th
Oceanfront Wine TastingUnique gifts & apparelWines by the glass!
480 Front St. Avila Beach805.595.9663
www.wildwoodwine.comOpen Daily 11-5, Fri 11-8, Sat 11-6
Wish You Were Here!
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Avila Beach is surrounded by gentle, sloping
hills, which define the harbor from the land-
ward side. Three piers define the look from the
oceanside; two are open to the public. Guests
enjoy leisurely strolls out over the water, and
the pier-based restaurants, which always offer
fresh seasonal seafood. Avila is also an active
fishing harbor with many fresh fish markets
offering live crab, and fresh seafood.
Wine Tasting at
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BY MICHAEL CERVIN
Jack Messina, founder of Jada Vineyards embarked on what would become Jadas inaugu
vintage in 2005, building a state of the art production facility, winery and tasting room, whi
opened in 2008 in Paso Robles. At the start of 2011 David Galzignato joined Jada as their n
winemaker. David immediately saw the potential of the 1,700 foot elevation Jada site and,
with his extensive background of working at of Duckhorn Winery and Lewis Cellars, Jada
knew they were in good hands. Originally from Hayward, Galzignato is a graduate of U.C.
Davis, and worked as a cellar intern in Italy before moving to Washington State to work at
Columbia Crest in 1998. He went on to work for Kendall-Jackson, and then the highly
regarded Charles Krug Winery in Napa. During his six years at Charles Krug, he was
promoted to winemaker and, along with his team, produced the winerys very first 92 and 9
point wines from critic Robert Parker. But Napa is a much different animal than Paso Robles
I was tired with Napa politics and I was ready to get small again and get back to the cellar,
he says. Its much more hands-on here at Jada, and thats whats important to me, he admi
And hands on is what Galzignato does best for the Rhone and Bordeaux varieties he wor
with. He set about changing the winery over to a primarily gravity-flow system, which mak
sure the fruit is treated gently. Then they began a program to reduce their average crop yield
to one to three tons per acre which intensifies the grapes color, flavor and aromatics and the
settled on a biologic approach to farming; adding natural fertilizers whose origins were simi
to the very rocks, calcareous shale and limestone, found in the ground. After hand harvestin
Galzignato places the wines into primarily French Oak barrels to complete malo-lactic
fermentation.
WINEMAKER PROFILE
JADA VINEYARD
Open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.5620 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles
www.jadavineyard.com | (805) 226-4200
David Galzignato
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Jada wines are aged in barrel and bottle for as
little as 8 to 12 months for white wines, and 18 to
36 months for reds. When the wines are ready,
they go to tank for final blending and are bottled
unfined and unfiltered, ensuring they stay as true
to the grapes as possible.Customers can enjoy the results of all this
attention to detail in Jadas new tasting menu,
which offers both a Reserve Tasting ($10 per
person, complimentary with three or more bottle
purchase) and a special Signature Series tasting
($15 per person, complimentary with three or
more bottle purchase) of Jadas most limited
production wines. In both options, the Jada wines
are paired with a special selection of gourmet
cheeses from Vivant.
So experience David Galzignatos influence and
visit Jada Winery at 5620 Vineyard Drive, off
Highway 46 West. They are open daily from 11
a.m. to 5 p.m. (805) 226-4200,
www.JadaVineyard.com.
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ARCADIAN
1515 East Chestnut Ave, Suite B, Lompoc | Open daily 11am-5pm
805-737-3900, www.arcadianwinery.comInspired by the great traditions of Burgundian winemaking, Joseph Davis
has been making Arcadian Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah in Cali-fornia's Central Coast region since 1996. Using French artisan methods
and hands-on vineyard management, Joe's Arcadian label consistently
receives high marks from the world's most respected wine writers.
JALAMA WINES
308 North 9th St, C, Lompoc
805-735-8937, ww w.jalamawines.comFriday-Sunday 12-5pm, or by appointment
Winemaker Mark Cargasacchi specializes in Pinot Noir and Syrah
from select v ineyards throughout Santa Barbara County.
LORING WINE COMPANY TASTING ROOM
1591 E. Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc805-742-0478, www.LoringWineCompany.com
Open Friday through Sunday 11am-5pmWere a small winery that produces tasty Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
and whatever else strikes our fancy: )
PALMINA
1520 East Chestnut Court, LompocThursday-Saturday 11am-5pm
Sunday-Monday 11am-4pm
805-735-2030, ww w.palminawines.comPalmina is a Californian celebration of the rich, wonderful lifestyle and
attitude toward food, wine, friends and family that exists in Italy.
STOLPMAN VINEYARDS
1700 Industrial Way, Ste B; Friday 1-5pm
Saturday 11am-5pm, Sunday 1-5pm
805-688-0400, w ww.stolpmanvineyards.comTry a splash of estate grown Syrah, Sangiovese and Roussanne
amidst the controlled chaos of sor ting, punch-downs, pressing
& racking to truly experience the excitement of winemaking...
TRANSCENDENCE
313 N. F. Street, Lompoc
805-689-5258, www.transcendwines.com
Friday-Sunday 11am-4pm. $10 Tasting FeeLife happens over a bottle of wine: you fall in love,
celebrate a birth, mourn someones passing, begin,
end, plan, listen dream. Transcendence celebrates
the journey you take with a great bottle of wine.
ZOTOVICH CELLARS
1500 East Chestnut Court, Suite D; Lompoc
805-736-1600, ww w.zotovichcellars.com
Thursday-Sunday 10am-5pmA family owned and operated boutique winery.
"We grow, produce and bottle estate Syrah, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
We're new to the Lompoc Wine Ghetto. Stop in to meet us!"
SCOTT CELLARS316 North F St, Lompoc | Friday-Sunday 11am-4pm(805) 736-6161, ww w.scottcellars.com
Specializing in vineyard designate Sangiovese's and our
lavish Cuvee's, we produce ultra rich California style wines.
Our Sangiovese's are dense with fruit and the Cuvee's are
silky smooth. Private tastings by appointment.
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As a winemaker, Kenneth Joey Gummeres resume is extensive
including several years making wine at Babcock Winery & VineyarSanta Barbara Winery, Lafond Winery & Vineyards, and co-founde
Kenneth-Crawford. But in 2006, when Joey and his wife Sara foun
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 w
as to brain tumor research. At that moment, Transcendence Winery
was born as Joey and Sara realized they had found a way to combin
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 ha
grown from the Gummeres shared belief that wine has the potentia
to make a meaningful difference in peoples lives. Transcendence
Winerys philanthropic endeavors support the efforts of several non
profits by donating a minimum of 10% of their sales and an
additional 10% of their annual wine production to these worthwhi
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 procesAll of the wines are crafted by hand, in order to emphasize the
quality and provenance of the fruit.
Transcendence Winery currently boasts a very hand-crafted
integrity to their annual production of around 1,000 cases. They
strive to create limited quantities of cool-climate wines with grapes
from highly acclaimed vineyards including Syrah from Ballard
Canyon, and Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from several vineyards in
the Santa Rita Hills including Lafond, Zotovich and La Encantada.
Transcendence is located at 313 North F Street, Lompoc. For
more information, call (805) 689-5258.
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Centrally located at 1659 Copenhagen Drive in Solvang is the
Lions Peak Vineyards tasting room. Inside the thatched roof shop,
one finds a multicultural array of art, pottery, ethnic wood carvings,
painted glassware wine accessories and more. Artistically labeled
bottles, however, reveal handcrafted, award-winning wines sourced
from a 120-acre San Miguel vineyard estate located in North San Luis
Obispo County. To date, winnings from four major California wine
competitions boast a lions share of 24 medals.
Im about to bottle 2010 reds, says winemaker Jennifer Soni,
who earned the distinction of Certified Sommelier last May. Were
bringing back Merlot in the character of great Bordeaux varietals in
the traditional Old World style. Our Bon Courage is outstanding.
Weve blended 63 percent Merlot, 22 percent Cabernet Sauvignon
and 15 percent Cabernet Franc, using French oak. One hundred
cases will be released before fall. Wine Club members will receivefirst-come, first-served privileges. Other fans of Lions Peak may
reserve wines also if they hurry.
Lions Peaks 2010 Sister Lionness blends 42 percent Cabernet
Sauvignon, 41 percent Merlot and 19 percent Cabernet Franc. This
vintage and a new Zinfandel Port just might fly out the door, not
unlike Jennifers BFF blend, but will soon return.
An art and music lover, Jennifer enjoys focusing on gathering
friends, near and far. Live classical guitar music is featured in the
tasting room on alternate Saturdays and Sundays. A Wednesday ge
together is also in the works to enable a midweek respite with chee
chocolate and community to enhance a glass. Wine is an art, says
Jennifer. What relaxing opportunities these are for those interested
conversing about wine while listening to good music.
Call (805) 693-5466 or visit www.lionspeakwine.com.
Lions Peak Vineyards
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Held on the third Wednesday of every month, more than 60
stores, restaurants, wine tasting rooms and professional offices offerspecial discounts and sales all day. Discover Solvangs unique stores
and boutiques. Delight in a divine culinary experience and take
advantage of the Third Wednesday specials offered by participating
restaurants, bakeries and sweet shops.
Shop at the world famous Solvang Farmers Market beginning at
2:30 p.m. where youll find local and organic produce, meats,
herbs, cheeses, jams, honey, flowers and a myriad of other items to
empt your senses.
Enjoy the Solvang Wine Experience on the Solvang Wine Walk
Have fun and discover some new favorite wines served at t
wine bars and tasting rooms of the Solvang Wine Experience!
The Solvang Third Wednesday Wine Walk takes place from 3
7 p.m. every third Wednesday of the month, year round, rain
shine! Tickets are $20, (cash only please) includes a premium wi
glass, a map and a choice of tasting at any five of the participati
wine establishments. Tickets are sold at The Olive House at 16
Mission Drive, Sort This Out Cellars at 1636 Copenhagen Driv
and Wandering Dog Wine Bar at 1539-C Mission Drive. Gue
must be 21 or over to participate in the wine walk.
Participating Wine Establishments The Good Life www.thegoodlifecellar.com
Carivints www.carivintas.com
Toccata www.llwine.com
Dascomb Cellars www.dascombcellars.com
Lions Peak Winery www.lionspeakwine.com
Lucas & Lewellen www.llwine.com
Sort This Out Cellars www.sortthisoutcellars.com
The Olive House www.olivehouse.com
Wandering Dog Wine Bar www.wanderingdogwinebar.com
Casa Cassara Winery www.ccwinery.com
Valley Vino Wine Bar & Merchant
www.valleyvinowinebar.com Viking Garden Cellars www.vikinggardencellars.com
For more information and special offers, visit the webs
at www.solvangthirdwednesday.com
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