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PASO ROBLESWINE FESTIVAL
TICKETS ON SALEPAGE 11
VISIT CAFQUACKENBUSH
IN LOS ALAMOSPAGE 38
ROBERTHALL
WINERYPAGE 18
WINEMAKERPROFILE:
PEAR VALLEYPAGE 20
4TH ANNUALWINE, WAVES
& BEYONDPAGE 30
COTE DETOLOSA VELO
CHALLENGEPAGE 31
MAY 2013
SERVING SAN LUIS OBISPO & SANTA BARBARA COUNTIE
YO UR GUI DE TO CEN TRA L COAS T WI NE TASTI NG & EVE NT S
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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 19
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
Introducing J. Lohr Estates
Flume Crossing Sauvignon Blanc.This lovely wine hails from the ArroyoSeco appellation in Monterey Count
Stop by soon to enjoy thisdelicious release!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS | WINE COUNTRY THIS MONTH MAY 2013 | ISSUE 5, VOLUME
FEATURES REGULARSWINE REGIONS55 | CENTRAL COAST MAP
22 | SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
San Luis Obispo Wineries Map, 23Pleasant Valley Wineries, 25West Side Wineries, Doce Robles, 27
Paso Robles Wineries Map, 28-29Downtown Paso Robles Wineries, 28
32 | SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
Northern Santa Barbara County Wineries Map, 33Lompoc Wine Trail:Scott Cellars, 39
Santa Maria Valley, 44-45
Solvang Wineries:Wandering Dog Wine Bar, 36
Los Olivos Wineries, 40-43Qupe, 40Tessa Marie Wines, 42Dragonette Cellars, 43
Los Alamos:Cafe Quackenbus, 38
12 | ON THE COVER: EBERLE WINES
14 | BROKEN EARTH WINERY
Success Troug Diversity
16 | CLAUTIEREExperience te Fun Side of Wine!
18 | ROBERT HALL WINERY
19 | CHAMISAL VINEYARDSReleases 2012 Stainless Pinot
20 | WINEMAKER PROFILE:PEAR VALLEYJared Lee
24 | NINER WINE ESTATESMaster te Art of Gourmet Cooking
30 | 4TH ANNUAL WINE, WAVES & BEYOND
31 | AFTERNOON OF EPICUREAN DELIGHTS
31 | TOLOSA WINERYSCOTE DE TOLOSA VELO CHALLENGE
8 | WINEOLOGY by Len NapolitanoWat is te difference between a Claret and a Meritage win
10 | WINEGOWING DECISIONS by Jos SteinWy te Weater Matters Tis Year and Next
17 | WINE COUNTRY DININGEstrella Restaurant
46 | CALENDAR OF EVENTS
San Luis Obispo County, 46Santa Barbara County, 49Ventura 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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PASO ROBLES
WINE FESTIVAL
WEEKEND FESTIVITIES
Gourmet Cheese & Wine Pairings
Our Famous Grilled Chipotle Burgers
Barrel Samples
Grand Opening ofClub Clautiere
for special occasions
and large groups
Check out our brand new website
www.clautiere.com for more information!
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A term used more often a few decades ago than today, Claret,pronounced like clair-ette, is an unofficial designation for red wines
originating in Bordeaux, France and which are primarily made from
Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot and blended with other Bordeaux
grapes, such as Petit Verdot, Malbec or Cabernet Franc. Some lesser-
known red grapes that are also permitted in Bordeaux but seldom
used are Gros Verdot, Carmenere and St. Macaire. Coined by the
British, the term Claret is still used as a name for a wine that blends
the specific traditional Bordeaux grapes, but one which is specifically
made in France.
In the US, a wine that fits this description is known by a uniqueAmerican wine term, Meritage. Meritage (rhymes with heritage)
wines also use the traditional grapes made famous for centuries in
Bordeaux, but are made only in the US. Meritage wines frequently
given unique names, like Symmetry by Rodney Strong or Stature b
Kendall-Jackson. In a Meritage wine, no single grape varietal can
make up more than 90% of the blend.
Claret and Meritage wines share similar styles and characteristic
They are usually smooth in texture, medium bodied, have notes of
black currant and pair well with meat.
So, whether you call it Claret, Meritage or simply a Bordeaux
blend, each term refers to a style of wine that pays homage to thetime-tested, world-class grapes of Bordeaux, France that wine lover
saround the world have come to know and enjoy for centuries.
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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Wherever you go in wine country, youre bound to see
machinery, equipment, even the vineyards themselves, which is
oriented towards mitigating weather influences. Unlike row crops,
vineyards and orchards cant pick up and makes changes every year,
but they can make changes to things around said vineyards. Why is
this necessary in the first place? Because weather problems can
affect not just this years crop but next years too, and damaging
vines through cold or heat can quickly become a far more expensive
proposition than the costs of installing solutions to keep the
problems at bay.
Why? Because vines arent like other annual crops. If you look
closely at a vine, you will see both this years and next years buds,
which is why weather damage can be such a problem: a grower isforced to contemplate the loss of multiple years income. Inside
each bud are really small leaves, and from them come the leaves,
canes, shoots and grapes, and each bud has concentric layers, which
is why weather damage is along a continuum. Minor damage,
generally from frost, may reduce the yield a bit, but its the more
severe darkening, akin to frostbite, which is the real issue,
guaranteeing a crop loss of at least fifty percent, if not more. Equally,
the phloem, the bark on exterior of canes and vine trunks, can a
be damaged by cold, causing crop losses, too.
The best way to undestand winegrowing options for weather
mitigation is to walk through the vineyard throughout the year.
Winter cold is actually no issue because the vines are dormant,
which is why all fifty states have vineyards. Spring is when weath
has the most impact on two years crop because the weather often
flipflops quite quickly, and rain at an early point can be helpful to
bring temperatures up while later in the season causing crop dam
via hail or thunderstorms winds. Shattering of the blooming
flowers can disrupt clusters or keep them from being fertilized, ye
when faced with a frost event earlier in the year, rain is welcomed
it brings the temperature up above freezing. Summer and fall heacan also be an issue because too-high a temperature can cause vin
to shut down, shriveling or even sunburning grapes, and also
potentially killing the vine in the process.
There are actually lots of options for mitigation, and the best, a
you might expect, are set up so as to help solve more than one
problem. Believe it or not, something as simple as low trellising
versus high has an impact as far as weather goes as low trellises in
the wrong locales are more subject to frost damage, and higher
trellises can provide shade for adjacent rows. How the trellis is
trimmed in winter and early spring prior to budbreak is thus one
strategy, and there is projected to be a move back to California
Sprawl from the VSP candelabra currently seen all over as theNorth Coast replants in the next few years for this reason: not only
does this provide different vine growth and Brix gains, but it also
helps as regards frost or hail damage during April and May, when
buds break and the vines flower.
Mechanical options abound, too. The wind machines, those
twirling engines and fans on poles; the Inverted Sinks or Air
Dams, which essentially turn the wind machine to provide a fros
sink to pull cold air down and away from vines on hillsides and
slopes; vertical sprinklers and micro-sprinklers, which can raise th
temperature or allow frozen water to encase and protect the vines;
and smudge pots, the gas fired heaters for the end of vineyard row
which work in combination with wind machinesall are ways to
work in combination with the land to mitigate the negatives of
weather while allowing the terroir, the locational distinctiveness
still show through in the grapes and finished wines by moving th
weather since the vines really cannot. Its not always easy or chea
but the results are worth it, no? Enjoy!
Why the Weather Matters This Year AND Next
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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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60+ Wineries to Pour at the 31st Annual Wine Festival Downtown City Par
Tickets for the 31st Annual Paso Robles Wine Festival in the DowntownCity Park are now on sale at www.pasowine.com. This three day celebra
tion in Paso Robles Wine Country is the perfect opportunity for wine
enthusiasts to enjoy what Paso Robles is all about exceptional wine,
fantastic food and picturesque scenery all with a laid back and
welcoming attitude.
Paso Robles Wine Festival Weekend takes place May 17 - 19, and kick
off Friday evening with Reserve, a ticketed intimate tasting, which
includes culinary bites from local chefs and a Futures Auction benefitting
San Luis Obispo County charities. Saturday begins with a fun and
educational winemaker seminar, followed by the Grand Tasting with mor
than 60 wineries showcasing current vintages alongside a plentifulselection of food options. New in 2013, wineries will be organized into
four regions for tasting: Cabernet & Bordeaux, Rhne, Zinfandel and
other wild wines for your tasting pleasure. Central Coast band One Time
Spaceman will provide entertainment for the festival with their Rock,
Blues and Americana style.
To thank locals for their continued support of Paso Robles Wine
Country, a locals only discount is being offered to residents of San Luis
Obispo County until April 30th.
Tickets All Wine Festival tasting tickets include unlimited tasting
and a commemorative wine glass:
Reserve: $125 Friday Reserve: 3:30 to 6 p.m.; Saturday GrandTasting: 12 to 4 p.m. Advance purchase only.
Premium: $75 Saturday Grand Tasting: 12 to 4 p.m.
Festival: $55 Saturday Grand Tasting: 1 to 4 p.m.
Locals Only: $45 Saturday Grand Tasting: 1 to 4 p.m. Available to
San Luis Obispo County residents, advance purchase only, deadline
April 30.
Designated Driver/Child: $15 Saturday Grand Tasting: 12 to 4 p.m.
Seminar: $20 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Limited seats.
Travel beyond the park to visit the more than 130 wineries that host
special activities including winemaker dinners, food pairings, barrel
tastings, winery and vineyard tours, and much more. View the WineryActivities link on pasowine.com to plan your itinerary for Wine Festival
Weekend. Be sure to designate a driver, or visit the Touring section of
pasowine.com to find a touring company in Paso Robles Wine Country.
About Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance
The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance represents wineries, growers
and businesses in Paso Robles Wine Country. Centrally located between
San Francisco and Los Angeles, along Californias Central Coast, Paso
Robles Wine Country is Californias third largest wine region. It
encompasses more than 26,000 vineyard acres and 270 wineries. For
more information, visit www.pasowine.com.
Paso Robles Wine FestivalTickets Now On Sale
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Gary Eberle is considered to be one of the most significant pioneers o
the Paso Robles wine region. After he operated his family business,
Estrella River Winery, for almost ten years and co-founded the Paso Rob
Appellation in 1980, Gary proudly opened the doors to his own ventur
Eberle Winery, in 1983. Today, Eberle wines are highly acclaimed and
these award winners can be sampled at the winery in its extremely
popular Tasting Room.For the past decade, Ben Mayo has been at the helm of the winery,
working side by side with Gary as Eberles Winemaker. Chuck Ortman
or Mr. Chardonnay, recommended Ben to Gary in 2001, after Ben
worked for Chuck at Meridian. Ben worked his way up from Cellar
Worker, to Assistant Winemaker, to Winemaker in 2003 a very excitin
day for Ben with not only this promotion, but also the birth of his
daughter, Zoey. When reminiscing about his tenure with Eberle, Ben
recalled a promise from Gary. While processing 5 tons of Viogner, a
vacuum motor burned out on the press. They purchased a new motor
and flew to Napa to pick it up. While waiting at the airport, Gary
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EBERLE WINERY
Wines For Every Palate
Open daily 10am-6pm3810 higway 46 East, Paso Robles
www.eberlewinery.com | (805) 238-9607
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jokingly said that when I start to [score] in the 90s in the press,
he would buy a jet, Ben remembered. Now that Bens wine
consistently scores 90 points or above, he is eagerly awaiting
that jet.
The Eberle portfolio includes a wine for virtually everypalate. The amazing thing is that each variety is made
brilliantly. His philosophy is that every lot is equally important
and the same care and treatment are taken with every varietal.
In addition to the daily wine tasting and popular tours
available at Eberle Winery, the event calendar is filling up
quickly with unique ways to enjoy Bens wines. Eberle will host
a Mothers Day Celebration on May 12th, Dinner in the Caves
with Chef Scott McGlinchey of Las Vegas on May 17th, and an
Afternoon Lunch and Bocce Ball for Fathers Day on June 16th.
On May 19th, Gary & Marcy Eberle will be serving their famous
BBQ alongside live music by Ruckus.
As the season changes, so does the palate of a winemaker.
Ben recommends the 2010 Barbera or the 2009 Cabernet
Sauvignon, as both are drinking wonderfully. Celebrate with
him by enjoying these favorites for $28 and $34 respectively
and available online and in the Tasting Room. For more
information about Ben Mayo and Eberle wines and events, visit
www.eberlewinery.com.
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BROKEN EARTH WINERYSuccess Through Diversity
BY MIChAEL CERVIN
The land of worked earth, is what Rancho Tierra Rejada roughly translates to from
the original Spanish. This historic 2,500 acre Paso Robles ranch is now home to the
vineyards of Broken Earth Winery. And it is rather fitting that the winery itself has gone
though other iterations of wineries and is now in the hands of winemaker Chris Camero
as the parcel has had its own broken earth history, so to speak.
For Cameron, vice president and director of winemaking, this is his dream job. Born Australia he has worked more than 35 vintages spanning from Australia to Italy to Turke
to the United States. For the past five years Cameron has settled into Paso Robles, workin
at first at Summerwood Winery, and then Veris Winery, before taking the helm at the
newly created Broken Earth Winery on Paso Robles Eastside directly off Highway 46. An
Camerons work at Broken Earth has already been recognized with two Gold Medals at th
prestigious San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition in 2012. Weve come a long way
in 12 months, Cameron explains. We havent really taken a breath yet.
But there is little time to rest. As guests enter the massive 110,000 square-foot winery
and hospitality facility which was built in 1985, not only is the cavernous space decked
out with multiple tasting bars, but there are five different labels to choose from, which
keeps Cameron busy. The winery makes a full range of wines from dry table wines to
dessert and specialty wines. The multiple labels you will encounter include Shimmin
Canyon, Pull, Triptych, Quadrant and Broken Earth. The strategy was to develop differe
wine brands and unique styles at various price points for different markets. This ultimate
meets every guests needs, and theres even a small deli on site.
Cameron develops wines under Triptych which makes Chardonnay, Cabernet
Sauvignon and Merlot, to a blended wine made from Viognier, Pinot Gris and Chardonn
called Triptych White. The Broken Earth wines include Petit Verdot, Tempranill, and
Albario. The success of the Broken Earth vision is just this type of diversity. All the five
labels are offered in the tasting room and on their website. There are about 20 different
wines to choose from on the tasting menu, with bottle prices ranging from $15 to $35.
Cameron expects to be producing an astounding 250,000 cases eventually. Outside the
Open daily from 10:30 a.m. - 5.30 p.m.
5625 higway 46 East, Paso Robles, CA 93446(805) 239-2562 | www.brokeneartwinery.com
Winemaker Chris Cameron
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sweeping winery grounds are dotted with mature large lawns, Italian
Cypress trees, multiple patios and picnic areas and youll probably
notice the solar panels that provide the majority of energy for the
winery.
Broken Earth offers a wine club simply known as Tierra Rijada
providing flexibility to guests who may choose from three, six or 12
bottle shipments three times annually.
And assuming you need to impress your boss, or make a splash at
a wedding, or for any other reason whatsoever, Broken Earth also
offers custom designed labels for their wines. You can have your
picture taken, and within an hour, take home a bottle of wine with
your own label on it! Varieties available include Chardonnay, Merlo
Cabernet Sauvignon or a Cab/Merlot blend. Using a state of the art
German printer the quality is unsurpassed. Additionally, the winery
offers occasional live concerts and can host weddings, large corpora
events, just about anything you can think of. So stop by and sampl
what the broken earth of Paso Robles wine country can offer.
Broken Earth Winery is located at 5625 Highway 46 East in Pas
Robles. They are open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Contact
them directly at (805) 239-2562, www.brokenearthwinery.com.
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BY BRETTE ANN WOMACk
Clautiere Vineyard, located on the Union Road wine trail on the East sidof Paso Robles, has a longstanding reputation for wine, wigs and fun. Thes
days the winery is renewing itself to allow visitors to focus on what a winer
is all about delicious, quality, food friendly wines! Dont misunderstand;
the wigs and fun are still present. Clautiere always encourages guests to
Experience the Fun Side of Wine!
The revamping started virtually with a brand new website, launched in
April. The website truly reflects Clautieres story and feel. Each page is sup
clean and user friendly, while relaying plenty of technical wine notes,
Clautiere history and information about visiting the property. While the
website allows fans to purchase wine and stay up to date with winery
happenings, the best way to experience Clautiere is by visiting the tasting
room.Currently, the tasting room offers a menu of five estate wines for $10 ($
of the fee is included with a bottle purchase per person); each wine is
expertly paired with a gourmet cheese. The selection of wine ranges from
current Rhones to Bordeauxs plus some Library wines. Many of these win
have received recent accolades. The 2009 Estate Syrah was just awarded Be
of Show at the San Diego County Fair. The NV Estate Mon Beau Rouge
received a Gold medal from the 2013 Winemaker Challenge International
Wine Competition and 2007 BDX Platinum Best Bordeaux Blend 2012
Critics International Wine Challenge San Diego. After guests enjoy the win
and cheese flight, they are shown into the fun playroom, where, behind a
velvet rope, are countless wigs and hats to try on; a perfect place for photo
ops.
Just outside of the tasting room exists a lovely garden and picnic area
surrounded by beautiful mosaics, designed and crafted by proprietor
Claudine. Guests are able to relax in the meditation areas under the majest
oaks, which truly define the geography of the area.
Perhaps the most exciting aspect of the renovation is a new addition
called Club Clautiere, which plans to celebrate its grand opening during
Wine Festival weekend. The club occupies a separate building, wedged
between the tasting room and pastoral views. Private parties will be able to
reserve the space for special occasions, such as birthdays, showers and
graduation parties. The standard offering will include a VIP seated wine an
cheese tasting and all guests will receive a special discount on winepurchases. However, the staff at Clautiere is happy to accommodate all
special requests and can cater to the occasions needs. Club Clautiere com
equipped with a stage, professional surround sound and fun house mirror
The club is sure to be a valued addition to the wine industry in the area.
Clautiere Vineyard looks forward to welcoming guests during Paso Rob
Wine Festival Weekend May 17th through 19th with a special barrel tastin
served with Clautieres famous chipotle burgers. Beginning in June, Clautie
will roll out a few new releases including Viogner, Rose and Malbec.
For more information about visiting the tasting room, reserving Club
Clautiere, and upcoming events, check out the fabulous new
www.clautiere.com.
CLAUTIERE VINEYARD
Experience the Fun Side of Wine!
Open Tursday Monday 12p.m. to 5p.m.By appointment on Tuesday and Wednesday
1340 Penman Springs Rd, Paso Robles(805) 237-3789 | www.clautiere.com
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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 as specialized in creating
seasonal menus by using only te finest and
fresest ingredients.
570 Higuera St. Suite 130-135www.mamasmeatball.com
805-544-0861
S A N L U I S O B I S P O
Spain, Argentina, Chile and Mexico all influence the lively
flavors at Estrella restaurant in downtown Paso Robles, where
fresh, handmade ingredients combine to create vibrant, flavorfulfare. Everything is made in-house here, from the slow-cooked
black beans, to the plump yucca fries, to the piquant enchilada
sauce that bathes the restaurants popular braised beef short-rib
enchiladas.
We asked customers from our sister restaurant, Roberts, what
type of cuisine they wanted to see in Paso, says Estrella co-
owner, Brenda Clouston. There was an overwhelming request for
a Spanish-inspired food. We took that concept and expanded it to
include a range of Latin cuisine. The response has been very posi-
tive.
Estrellas bold dcor matches the restaurants lively cuisine with
warm, orange-toned walls, exposed brick, custom-made bar
inlayed with snakeskin and hand-made chairs tastefully covered
in cowhide. We wanted both locals and out-of-town guests to
feel comfortable here, says Clouston. We designed the dcor
with the cuisine in mind, but we also wanted to add a touch of
Paso.
At the restaurants helm stands Chef Ryan Swarthout, who also
manages the kitchen at Roberts. Among his most popular disheare the rock lobster tacos drizzled with chipotle cream, the
Caribbean coconut-braised chicken, as well as the roasted cornand crab-stuffed chile rellenos, which arrive light, tender anddelicious.
Guests at Estrella can choose from the extensive wine list,which features a selection of local favorites, as well as thosesourced from Argentina, Spain and Chile. Beer aficionados willappreciate the restaurants global-influenced beer list, with itsselection of brews from Spain, Brazil, Mexico, Jamaica and CostRica. Also of note are Estrellas special beer-paired dinners, whicinclude three courses paired with beers sourced from a particulabrewery.
When we designed Estrella, our main goal was to create beautiful, affordable, delicious cuisine, says Clouston. I believeweve done just that.
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Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.3443 Mill Road off hwy 46 East in Paso Robles(805) 239-1616| www.robertallwinery.com
ROBERT HALL WINERYBY JEMMA WILSON
People call many things breathtaking, but arriving at Robert Hall Winery trulyis a breathtaking moment, where the only thing you can do is simply say wow.
With their grandeur buildings and cathedral-style entryways, it takes a moment to
get that breath back. Robert Hall Winery invites you to not only come and taste th
award-winning wines, but to stay a while.
The vast property boasts a waterway feature that leads to a seven-foot high
fountain in the winerys amphitheater, a BBQ area with a garden terrace, a grassy
knoll for picnicking and two bocce ball courts. These bocce ball courts are a great
attraction, especially considering there is no fee to use them, just call and reserve a
spot. On weekends you can purchase a wood-fired pizza paired with wine, then
relax and play some bocce ball or other lawn games the winery offers.
Throughout the year Robert Hall Winery will be hosting musical guests in theiramphitheater, BBQs with their winemaker and many other fun events. Their new
hospitality staff wants to ensure you have a great time while sipping their wines, an
with views like this, you cant beat it!
One of the more notable highlights of Robert Hall Winery is their underground
19,000-square-foot cavern, where free tours are offered throughout the day for
visitors to explore their barrel room and sip on some wine straight from the barrel.
Considering all production is done on site, guests may be fortunate enough to see
the wine being bottling, grapes being pressed or the lab team in action.
Robert Hall Winery is located at 3443 Mill Road, just off Highway 46 East in
Paso Robles. For more information on their wines and events, please contact them
(805) 239-1616 or www.RobertHallWinery.com.
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Chamisal Vineyards, the historic property which is celebrating its
40th anniversary and is home to the first vineyard planted in Edna
Valley, is pleased to announce the 2012 release of its Stainless Pinot
Noir. After two sell-out vintages through the tasting room, this wine
will be released in select markets this March. The 2012 ChamisalStainless Pinot Noir is a unique bottling, created to express the
distinctive varietal characteristics of Pinot Noir.
The Stainless Pinot Noir was conceived as a companion wine to
Chamisal's popular Stainless Chardonnay. Produced without the useof any oak or malolactic fermentation, winemaker Fintan du Fresne
allows the pure flavors and aromas of the fruit to stand alone with
these wines. A viticulturist first, du Fresne hails from Wellington,
New Zealand and has applied his expertise with New Zealand
Sauvignon Blanc to both the Stainless Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Crafted with little manipulation and absolutely no oak influence, the
resulting wine displays luscious fruit intensity and balanced acidity
while allowing the true varietal characters to shine.
"The Stainless Pinot Noir is stylistically reminiscent of a high-
quality Cru Beaujolais," said du Fresne, whose New Zealand roots
and purist winemaking philosophy helped to inspire this wine. "By
Chamisal Vineyards Releases 2012 Stainless Pinot
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fermenting this Pinot in stainless steel tanks, we ensure that the win
retains authentic varietal aromas and flavors, and the result is a win
that bursts with aromas of bright cherry, candy apple and rose peta
Vibrant, youthful and expressive, it is designed to be enjoyed now
while it is young and exuberant."
Chamisal's 2012 Stainless Pinot Noir was sourced from
meticulously-farmed vineyards throughout the Central Coast, with
majority of the blend coming from the home Chamisal Vineyard.
This wine mixes the high tone red fruit flavors from vineyards in
northern San Luis Obispo County with the denser, more structured
characteristics of the Edna Valley to yield an expressive, flavorful an
food-friendly wine. This wine also represents the diverse clonal
selections for which Chamisal is known. A combination of Clone
828 offering red and black berry fruit aromas with good intensity
and supple tannin structure and Clone 2A with plentiful red fru
aromatics and a fruit forward flavor profile these clones are ideall
suited for this style of wine. The 2012 Chamisal Stainless Pinot No
retails for $24 per bottle. Only 1,200 cases were produced.
For more information regarding Chamisal Vineyards, visit
www.chamisalvineyards.com. For questions regarding the website
online sales, please call 866-808-9463 or 805-541-9463 or email u
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BY MELISSA ChAVEz
Winemaker Jared Lee is a bundle of energy. Like the consummate worker bee, his
location shifts within moments.
Im involved in all aspects of the winemaking process, says Jared, from the tasting
room to the vineyard and all of the duties in between. In 2011, winemaker James Hendo
handed the reins to his four-year assistant, and Jared is having a blast.
Among Jareds favorite wines this season are Pear Valleys Albario, Charbono and
Distraction. The Albario got bottled last Tuesday and its great. Full, tropical and fruity,
enthuses. The Aglianico, were going to be known for. Its a fine, Italian-style wine, verypeppery and just a fantastic food wine. Interestingly, Pear Valley Winery is among only
several within the Paso Robles appellation currently presenting Aglianico wine.
Two of the most talked about gold medal-winning selections are Charbono and
Distraction. Charbono grape wines remain a relative find in California, but Lee has taken
these inky purple morsels and created an appealingly fragrant combination of
mouthwatering berries and romantic undertones of rose, spice and sandalwood.
The aptly named Distraction is a head-turner, offering condensed aromas of blackberry
cherry, and intense flavors of berries, cassis, leather and spice. A lingering sip of this oh-so
sophisticated Bordeaux blend all but raises the eyebrow to elicit a Well, then! Stock up o
bottles of both varieties to enjoy and impress friends right now, this one will age beautiful
with promise.Its not about brands, points and scores. I love what I do so much, that I spend as muc
time as I can in the vineyard. I also have a good relationship with the owners (Tom and
Kathleen Maas) and were on the same page, says Jared, who describes his winemaking
style as somewhat restrained. Were not into making heavy, clunky fat wines. Its what the
vineyard gives us. Its about fruit purity, the essence of the grapes, and how we run with it
True to form, Pear Valley utilizes conscientious farming and winemaking methods that
practice environmental sustainability without forsaking quality. In 2012, the operation
earned its Sustainability in Practice (SIP) Vineyard Certification.
For Jared and Pear Valley Winery, good fruit and a unified less is more approach, from
hand-harvested vines to sought-after bottles, is what makes for an excellent glass of wine.
WINEMAKER PROFILE
PEAR VALLEY
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Open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.4900 Union Road, Paso Robles
(805) 237-2861 | www.pearvalley.com
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San Luis Obispos unusual naturalbeauty, along with its gentle climate,first attracted the Spanish padres tothe area in the 1700s. In 1772 theybuilt the fifth of Californias 21missions here, on the banks of SanLuis Creek, and named it MissionSan Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Today,many consider this the most beau-tiful of the Spanish missions.
More than 200 wineries producecritically acclaimed vintages in PasoRobles, Edna Valley and ArroyoGrande Valley. Visitors can head outalong the gorgeous country roadsto sip their way through the vine-yards.
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Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.2400 higway 46 West, Paso Robles
www.ninerwine.com | (805) 239-2233
NINER WINE ESTATESMaster the Art of Gourmet Cooking
BY JEMMA WILSON
A wine and food pairing is not a new idea, but what if youre the one preparing the five-
course gourmet meal? You may not be a certified chef, but Niner Wine Estate has you
covered. Once a month, Niner invites a local guest chef to host a uniquely themed cooking
class where attendees not only enjoy a five-star meal paired with Niners award-winningwines, but they also partake in the behind-the-scenes preparation of that meal.
This completely hands-on cooking class is intimate, with no more than 17 students per
class, allowing the chef to show you a variety of culinary techniques and give feedback as yo
master the art of gourmet cooking. With an array of chefs and styles throughout the year,
guests can expect to help create a three- to five-course meal, each themed to that chefs area
expertise, then sit down to a family-style luncheon where each course is perfectly paired wi
a Niner wine. Previous guest chefs include Meagen Loring of Lido, Julie Simon of Thomas
Hill Organics, Mike McGourty of the Cracked Crab and Antonio Varia of Buona Tavola; all
which are staple and iconic chefs to San Luis Obispo County. Learning from these chefs can
garner serious bragging rights to foodies out there!
Whether youre dishing up a one-of-a-kind pizza, learning the correct way to crack a cr
or mastering the art of true Italian cooking, these classes offer a little something for everyon
The classes are offered on a select Saturday each month, and range in price from $80 to $1
per person. The fee includes all the food and wine, a Niner apron, a recipe book with the
days learnings and a guaranteed good time! Classes fill up quickly, so dont hesitate to cont
the winery to reserve your spot today.
Not going to be around for a cooking class? Dont let that stop you from visiting Niner
Wine Estates and sipping on their estate-grown wines. Whether you purchase a glass of win
and sit on their outdoor patio overlooking local landmark, Heart Hill Vineyard, or taste a
flight of five wines, Niner Wine Estates is a must-stop for your Paso Robles wine tasting
adventure. Also, a selection of Celebration Weekends will be held throughout the summer.
Each weekend highlights local musicians and local chefs, so dont miss out on the fun!
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BY RAChEL ECkERT
Once known for its cattle, cowboys and
ranchers, Paso Robles (The Pass of the Oaks) is
now known as the pride of the Central Coast,
the city with an abundance of vineyards andwineries, rolling hills, almond groves and olive
oil. And, for over 200 years, one of its
sustaining claims has been the Sulphur springs
and healing thermal waters. There are legends
that Native Americans would bring their sick to
the waters of Paso Robles.
Paso Robles is once again a place to visit and
partake of all it has to offer and is no longer just
the place in-between two great cities (San
Francisco and Los Angeles). It is again a
destination spot not only for its vineyards and
production of top notch wines but for its
healing mineral springs.
The Paso Robles Inn has a history as long as Paso Robles itself. In
the mid 1800s, homesteaders started coming to the area and in
1891, when the San Jose firm of Jacob Lenzen & Son designed the El
Paso de Robles Hotel, it became a gathering place with a hotel and
grand ballroom adjacent to the town City Par
In 1940 the original hotel went up in flames
leaving only the ballroom. The hotel and the
ballroom were rebuilt in 1942 and became
known as The Paso Robles Inn.In 2000, the ballroom and hotel were
restored to their original appearance and toda
the Paso Robles Inn boasts 100 guest rooms,
of which are Spa Rooms that have the minera
hot springs piped right into the in-room spa
tubs. For those staying into the Paso Robles
area,The Paso Robles Inn offers a beautiful
inner courtyard with lush gardens, a
steakhouse, bar/lounge and a coffee shop and
caf, fireplace and spa rooms, heated pool an
great Sunday brunch.
The Paso Robles Inn has seen it all and sto
its ground, with open arms for all that wished to come sleep, eat an
take of the springs. A perfect way to experience both the past and
the present of Paso Robles.
The Paso Robles Inn is located at 1103 Spring Streetand they ca
be reached at (805) 238-2660 or www.pasoroblesinn.com.
The Paso Robles Inn What Goes Around Comes Around
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The 4th Annual Wine Waves & Beyond Central Coast Longboard
Surf Classic will be held in Pismo Beach from May 30 through June 2.
Once again, this classic California event will evoke the vivid andtimeless culture of surfing and the enchanting world of wine and
handcrafted locally brewed beers. Proceeds from Wine Waves &
Beyond are donated to the Association of Amputee Surfers (Amp
Surf) an organization that strives to promote, inspire, educate and
rehabilitate those with disabilities, especially veterans, through
adaptive surfing and other fun and safe outdoor activities. Over the
past three years, Wine Waves & Beyond has raised over $45,000 for
Amp Surf.
Wine Spectator magazine commented that Wine, Waves &
Beyond celebrates two of the Central Coasts most enticing assets, its
surfing scene and its wineries. It is Sideways meets Big Wednesday.Over four exhilarating days, the 4th Annual Wine Waves & Beyond
Central Coast Longboard Surf Classic will feature the following
events at various scenic venues throughout Pismo Beach and San Luis
Obispo County:
Surf Movie Night at the Fremont Theatre, SLOThursday, May 30, 6:30pm, $10
San Luis Obispos landmark Fremont Theater will kick-off another
great year for Wine, Waves & Beyond with a surf movie screening in
a night filled with community, culture, surfing and prizes. Raffle
tickets will include a chance to win everything from original art and
custom boards, to dinners at SLO county's finest restaurants, plustickets to weekend Wine Waves & Beyond events.
Barrel-to-Barrel at The Cliffs Resort, Pismo BeachFriday, May 31, 5-8pm, $45
Held on the picturesque ocean front lawn of The Cliffs Resort,
Wine Waves & Beyond presents an unforgettable and authentic
Barrel-to-Barrel winetasting event that will include live music from
Aloha Radio, tastings from over 35 participating wineries and
breweries, a spectacular lifestyle silent auction, gourmet bites from
local restaurants, and a breathtaking vista of the Pacific Coast sunset.
Winemakers Dinner at The Cliffs Resort, Pismo Beach
Saturday, June 1, 6:30pm, $75
Chronic Cellars, Cypher Cellars and Grey Wolf Cellars will partnwith the Cliffs Resort for Wine Waves & Beyonds inaugural
Winemaker Dinner. Guest chefs from Marisol Restaurant at the Cli
the Sea Venture, Apple Farm Wine Country Inn and the Gardens o
Avila at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort will each create a deliciou
course to pair with each flight of these local outstanding wines. Al
at this years Winemakers Dinner, the Chef Auction returns with th
opportunity for dinner guests to bid on privately served and prepar
custom meals by SLO county's finest chefs.
Surf Contest on the Pismo Pier Sunday, June 2, 7am-3pm
The 4th Annual Wine, Waves & Beyond Longboard Contestbegins early Sunday morning. This California classic surf contest w
consist of mens and womens heats, Challenged Athletes heats, and
local Winemakers/Brew Masters heat. Surf contest winners will
receive a cash prize sponsored by the City of Pismo Beach. Entry fe
is $30.
Volkswagen Display, Sunday , 11am-5pm
805 Classic BBQ & Live Music at on the Beach in front of SeaVentur
Sunday, 12-5pm
Coinciding with Sundays surfing events, the 805 Classic BBQ w
feature Firestone Walker Brewing Company, the annual Volkswagen
display and live music from Soul Sauce and the Crisptones.
Major sponsors of the event include American General Medias
The Krush, New Times, KCOY, the City of Pismo Beach, and all the
Boutique Hotel Collection Properties, including the Cliffs Resort, th
Sea Venture Resort, the Apple Farm Wine Country Inn, along with
SLO Digital Designs, Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, Tolosa
Press (which includes Coast News, SLO City News, and Bay News)
SLO IFF, Firestone Brewery and Chronic Cellars. For more
information, visit www.winewavesandbeyond.com.
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On Sunday May 20th, the strongest and most fearless of cyclistswill gear up for Tolosa Winerys third annual Cote de Tolosa Velo
Challenge. This 55 mile ride led by Tolosa Winemaker Larry Brooks,
will push participants from smooth pavement up miles of mountain
dirt trails and back to the winery all in support of Bike Month 2012.
Tolosa Winery will host a lunch at the finish line donating all
proceeds to the SLO County Bicycle Coalition.
Created in 2010, this ride was designed to highlight two of Larrys
most favored passions, wine and cycling. This event was designed
with the competitive cyclist in mind. The Cote de Tolosa route goes
through wine country, up steep, rocky, mountain terrain and back
beside vast coastal views. As a veteran competitive cyclist for over 30years, Larry Brooks notes, I have been very proud to see Tolosa
support such an unique and grueling ride. Brooks also predicts,
After doubling in size from the first year, Tolosa will see a strong
turn out in May and a sizable donation to the coalition.
In the words of National Collegiate Road Racing Champion and
winner of last years Cote de Tolosa, Blake Anton, This race is
unique, beautiful and brutal, but dont underestimate the course.
The ride will start at 7 a.m. with a field limited to 100 riders. Tolosa
has paired up with the SLO County Bicycle Coalition to donate all
event proceeds for the development of a bike friendly community.
Tolosa welcomes all guests, family and friends to join the competito
for a catered finish line lunch on the patio. Ride registration, route
information, along with tickets for the lunch can be purchased onli
at www.tolosawinery.com.
Tolosa Winery is located minutes outside of San Luis Obispo and
four miles inland from the Pacific Ocean at 4910 Edna Road, San
Luis Obispo, CA 93401. The tasting room is open daily from 11a.m
to 5 p.m. For additional information, visit www.tolosawinery.com o
in the tasting room.
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The 26th annual Afternoon of Epicurean Delights (AED) will be
celebrated on Sunday, June 2. This spectacular event will be held
from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the tranquil and picturesque
grounds of the historic Chapman House by the Sea, nestled on the
bluffs of the Pacific Ocean in Shell Beach. Proceeds benefit the Health
& Prevention Division of Community Action Partnership of San Luis
Obispo County (CAPSLO), which provides medical, educational and
advocacy services for over 10,000 under-served families, women,
men and youth throughout our county.
Guests at the event are invited to stroll through the serene
gardens, take in the panoramic ocean views, and sit poolside while
tasting food and beverages from SLO County's most renowned and
award winning restaurants, caterers, wineries, breweries and
confectioners. Guests will also enjoy a variety of live music and can
participate in a silent auction with items featuring local art, hand-
crafted jewelry, premium and reserve wines, get-away weekends, giftbaskets, and much more.
Serving their finest at this year's event are: Big Sky Cafe, Black
Horse Espresso & Bakery, Bloom Microgreens, Blue Sky, Cracked
Crab, Dels Pizzeria, Doc Burnsteins Ice Cream Lab, Giancarlos
Ristorante, Honey Bee Cakery, Indigo Moon, Linns, Marisol, Novo
Sage at Vista Grande, Seaside Caf & Bakery, Splash Caf, Tahoe Joe
Testa Catering, Thai Talay, Trader Joes, Upper Crust Trattoria,
Windows on the Water and Zorros Caf & Cantina.
Beverages this year will be poured by Ancient Peaks Winery,
Baileyana Winery, Cambria Estate Winery, Castoro Cellars, Chamis
Winery, Clairborne & Churchill Vintners, Edna Valley Vineyards,
Firestone Walker Brewery, Frockling Frog Winery, J Lohr Winery,
Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards, Laetitia Vineyard and Winery, Opolo
Vineyards, Peachy Canyon Winery, Peloton Cellars, Saucelito Cany
Winery, Sculpterra Winery, Stephen Ross Cellars, Still Waters
Vineyards, Tablas Creek Vineyard, Tap It Brewing Co., Tolosa Wine
Wild Horse Winery and Wolff Vineyards.
Tickets for Afternoon of Epicurean Delights are $100.00 and ma
be purchased by credit card from their website, www.aed.capslo.org
Breakaway Tours and Event Planning will provide convenient shuttservice from Shell Beach Elementary School to the Chapman Estate
For those not living on the lovely Central Coast, Afternoon of
Epicurean Delights has become the best excuse for a get-away
weekend, and an experience that brings people back, year after yea
The 26th Annual Afternoon of Epicurean Delights
Tolosa Winerys Third AnnualCote de Tolosa Velo Challenge
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Following the picturesque winding
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class wineries by way of sprawling
vineyards and rolling hills. In the
more northern region of the
appellation, Chardonnay and Pinot
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The Conway family is actively involved in their winery business.
With two different labels covering the best of the California CentralCoast, Conway Family Wines might just become your familys wines.
They offer two labels to choose from including Deep Sea wines
which are made from grapes grown in Californias moderate coastal
climates including offerings of Chardonnay, Viognier and Sauvignon
Blanc to Syrah and Pinot Noir. Vineyards along Californias coastline
are cooled by fog and ocean breezes which translate to distinctively
different grapes from those grown in warmer interior areas. Its the job
of the Conway winemaker to preserve these differences so the wines
reflect their oceanic terroir. Conway purchases fruit from noteworthy
vineyards in Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Monterey and the Napa
Valley, contracting specific blocks, actively managing individual vin
and working with growers to formulate viticultural practices so th
the grapevines are farmed to Conways exacting specifications.
Their Rancho Arroyo Grande wines are made from grapes grown
their estate vineyards in San Luis Obispo County includi
Mourvdre and Zinfandel from this 1880s era property. These a
limited production wines, small lots, for the fine wine connoisse
who wants something uncommon.
The ethereal fog-like wave on the Deep Sea label represents t
influence of the Pacific Ocean and thats exactly where you can tastheir wines; on historic Sterns Wharf in Santa Barbara as the Paci
laps below the second story tasting room.
Visit them at 217 Stearns Wharf, daily from noon to 7 p.m. Conta
them at (805) 618-1185, or www.conwayfamilywines.com
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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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Wandering Dog Wine Bar is a family owned business by peoplewho are passionate about wine. Director di Vino, Charles CTWilliams, has an extensive knowledge of the local wine country andhas a knack for picking out under the radar wines before anyone elsehas heard of them. Everything here is palate-picked meaning thatwe try every wine that we carry and are not influenced by the latesttrends or scores. In fact, you will not a see a score for any winesanywhere on our site.
Leave your leash behindit is more than just a motto, it is a wayof life for us. We encourage you to try wines youve never heard offrom producers you didnt know existed in places that you neverthought produced wine. This is not the place to sample your typicalCabernets and Chardonnays and chances are, you may only have
heard of half of the wines that we carry.With a wide variety of wine, beer and sparkling from artisan
producers along the Central Coast, as well as from around the world,there is always something for everyone. Enjoy one of our themedflights or order a glass of wine and relax with friends. If you need alittle break from all of the wine, do a beer flight instead, or just kickback with a cold one! The only thing better than wine and beer ishaving some little bites to go along with it, so we offer a nice arrayof gourmet antipasto and cheese platters as well as deliciouschocolate truffles and caramels. Visitors can also add on a cheesepairing to any flight for $5 for those who want more of the tastingexperience.
For those visiting on a Thursday, stop in for the Blind Tasting from4-7pm. Each month is a different focus and guests are challenged tomatch up regions, varietals, price points and vintages of the fourwines included. We will be hosting some special classes and pairingsfor Craft Beer Month in May so check out
www.wanderingdogwinebar.com to read about all of our fun eventBy combining all the best parts of being a bar and the best parts
wine tasting, Wandering Dog Wine Bar offers a unique experienceevery day. Wander on in during your next visit to the Santa YnezValley and leave your leash behind with our eclectic variety of wineand beer.
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When visiting Solvang, enjoying a real Danish meal is a must.Viking Garden Restaurant in Solvang is a locally owned and operated
restaurant that specializes in authentic Danish cuisine rated the
best authentic Danish cuisine in town!
If it is beer youre after, no worries. An eclectic selection of bottled
beer covers a wide range of flavors. There are 17 beers on tap the
largest selection in town.
Viking Garden Restaurant is located in the historic Jensens
Copenhagen Square. The building is the first Danish Style
commercial structure in Solvang, built with a unique cross hatched
roof accompanying a storks nest meaning good luck. It is located at
Copenhagen Drive and Alisal Road, the popular shopping and dining
area. They are open forbreakfast, lunch and dinner
from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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BEDFORD WINERYFor the adventurous that seek the uncommon, go to Bedford Winery.
Along with barrel fermented Chardonnays and signature Syrahs,
there is always the surprise of lesser known varietals.
448 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA 93440(805) 344-2107 | www.bedfordwinery.comDaily 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
BELL STREET FARM EATERY & MARKETBell Street Farm is a culinary destination in Santa Barbara County
wine country. This delicious eatery/market is located in Los Alamos,
California and is surrounded by gorgeous vineyards and farmland.With the freshest cuisine and comfortable design, Bell Street Farm
is the perfect place to enjoy a meal, snack or a wine tasting.
406 Bell Street, Los Alamos, California 93440 (805) 344-4609Open Fri, Sat, Sun and Monday, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
CAFE QUACKENBUSHA full service coffee house & cafe paired with the
Art Brut Gallery of fine art and antiques, located in the
historic Los Alamos General Store
458 Bell Street, Los Alamos(805) 344-4440 | www.GeneralStoreCa.comTuesday troug Sunday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
CASA DUMETZ WINESCasa Dumetz started in 2004 with a patch of raw earth,
a bucket of grapevines and grit. We are committed to producing
authentic wine. Come visit our tasting room in historic Los Alamos!
448 Bell Street, Suite B, Los Alamoswww.casadumetwines.com | (805) 344-1900Open Tursday 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
MARTIAN RANCH & VINEYARDMartian Ranch & Vineyard is a biodynamic vineyard and winery
established in 2008. Located on the scenic Alisos Canyon Road,
we offer an eclectic array of wines, produced from our estate vineyard.
9110 Alisos Canyon Rd, Los Alamos | Daily 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.www.martianvineyard.com | (805) 344-1804
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Caf QuackenbushAmid the comfort and charm of the historic 19th century Gener
Store building in Los Alamos is the popular Caf Quackenbush and
the Gallery Art Brut.
A bit of history. The General Store was built in 1880, shortly aft
the town was founded in 1876 and is one of the oldest buildings in
the historic town of Los Alamos. In 1900 Max King named it The
Emporium and ran the store until 1934. Others followed until 19when the Mathers family restored the building and dedicated the
store as a State Historical Monument.
Although centered in the middle of wine country, Los Alamos
remained a sleepy town with little or no reason for local residents t
come down town except to pick up mail. To paraphrase Gertrude
Stein, There was no there there.
Smack in the middle of town, the General Store was the perfect
building to change all that.
In 1998, Ralph Quackenbush saw potential in the uniqueness a
charm of the structure. After some months of construction and
restoration, on Memorial Day, 1999, with John Morley (Gallery ArtBrut) and Jesper Johansson (chef of the Caf Quackenbush), The
General Store once again opened its doors, preserved to face the 21
century with grace and composure it had for over a hundred years
Serving specialty coffee drinks, with a bistro style menu and che
specials, a selection of regional wines, Caf Quackenbush quickly
became not only a popular downtown meeting place for locals, but
must on any trip up or down the coast for U.S. and foreign touris
Now, about to enter its fourteenth year, Caf Quackenbush is no
only still the place to go when in Los Alamos, its reason enough to
make the trip.
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ARCADIAN
1515 East Cestnut Ave, Suite B, Lompoc | Open daily 11am-5pm805-737-3900, w ww.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 Nort 9t St, C, Lompoc805-735-8937, www.jalamawines.com
Friday-Sunday 12-5pm, or by appointmentWinemaker Mark Cargasacchi specializes in Pinot Noir and Syrah
from select vineyards throughout Santa Barbara County.
LORING WINE COMPANY TASTING ROOM
1591 E. Cestnut Avenue, Lompoc805-742-0478, www.LoringWineCompany.com
Open Friday troug Sunday 11am-5pmWere a small w inery that produces tasty Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
and whatever else strikes our fancy : )
PALMINA
1520 East Cestnut Court, LompocTursday-Saturday 11am-5pmSunday-Monday 11am-4pm805-735-2030, www.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 1-5pmSaturday 11am-5pm, Sunday 1-5pm
805-688-0400, ww w.stolpmanvineyards.comTry a splash of estate grown Syrah, Sangiovese and Roussanne
amidst the controlled chaos of sorting, punch-downs, pressing
& racking to truly experience the excitement of winemaking...
TRANSCENDENCE
313 N. F. Street, Lompoc805-689-5258, www.transcendwines.comFriday-Sunday 11am-4pm. $10 Tasting FeeLife happens over a bottle o f 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 Cestnut Court, Suite D; Lompoc805-736-1600, www.otoviccellars.comTursday-Sunday 10am-5pm
A 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 Nort F St, Lompoc | Friday-Sunday 11am-4pm(805) 736-6161, www.scottcellars.com
Specializing in vineyard designate Sangiovese's and our
lavish Cuvee's, we produce ultra rich California style wines.
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Peter Scott Fraser started Scott Cellars in 2005 with a driving
passion for making great wine. We produced Chardonnay, Pinot
Noir, Syrah and a luxury blend. However, in 2007 the first
Sangiovese was made. Now, only a short time later, it is the focus.
We still make small lots of these wines, but Scott Cellars is taking
Sangiovese to a new level in California, Santa Barbara specifically.
Our small boutique winery is committed to creating world class
Sangiovese with a distinctive New World style. More than that, we
want to show the world that truly great Sangiovese can be made he
in Santa Barbara. The special terrior here combined with the marininfluence and valley orientation make for some of the most uniquel
rich distinctive Sangiovese grapes anywhere.
The Scott Cellars style is based on the place the wines are grown
while I name the wines after the soils and or places the grapes are
grown. In other words, the Scott Cellars style is all about the
California climate and soil and what most naturally comes from it.
may be half Italian, but I am all about making wines based on this
terroir and this climate, not some place a world away. I feel that w
winemakers are only just starting to understand the true nature of
Sangiovese and what it can be here in CA. In this place the clima
naturally lends itself to wines that are rich and fruit forward with
smooth supple tannins. That is the Scott Cellars style.
Sangiovese may be associated almost exclusively with Italy, but w
have developed a style that reflects our sensibilities. We are creatin
our own traditions. The wines are concentrated yet supple, power
yet elegant and designed to be consumed within 5 to 8 years. The
tannins are velvety and the acid while balanced is lower than most
Tuscan wines. They exhibit lush ripe fruit flavors in their youth an
have utterly distinctive character unlike similar wines from anywhe
else in the World.
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PINOT NOIRS
2905 GRAND AVE
LOS OLIVOS
805-688-7406
thelosolivostastingroom.com
Now open, every day from 11 am to 5 pm.
2367 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos
888-938-7310
www.byronwines.com
No appointment necessary.
Please call ahead for parties of 8 or more.
Vineyard Crafted Wines
VINEYARDS
Open daily 11-52434 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Oliv
(805) 688-0400 www.stolpmanvineyards.co
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The new planting of any vineyard is fraught with choices. Just ask
Louisa Sawyer Lindquist who, along with her husband, the legendary
Bob Lindquist, secured a new parcel for their Qupe and Verdad
labels. So many decisions about grape varieties, rootstock, how
would the rows be sited and how to farm the land? say Louisa
Sawyer Lindquist. Do we go organic, sustainable, biodyanmic?
There are big decisions and a big commitment. Ultimately the
couple decided to farm biodynamically, a process that is still
misunderstood.
Biodynamic isnt synonymous with organic. Where organicdoesnt use pesticides and reduces the chemical makeup of wine,
biodynamics goes beyond that, requiring you to be intimately
involved with your land and to respect the natural cycles inherent in
farming and in life. Biodynamic farming is a closed loop system using
only natural methods.
Louisa was sold on the idea but Bob was uncertain. By chance he
was in London and there was a biodynamic conference in town. He
attended the conference and ran into two friends and who sung the
praises of biodynamics. Late that night Louisa received a phone call
from Bob. Biodynamic is our future, he told her. Their Sawyer
Lindquist Vineyard is planted to Syrah, Tempranillo, Albario,
Grenache, Pinot Noir, Marsanne
and Viognier.
Their gardens are filled with
native plants attracting bees,butterflies, ladybugs and other
helpful insects. There are owl
boxes located throughout the
vineyard, as owls are natural
predators of gophers and ground
squirrels who eat vines. During
dormant months sheep graze the vineyard helping with weeding an
fertilizing the ground between the vines, and its all natural.
Taste for yourself the difference biodynamics can make. The Qu
tasting room is located at 2963 Grand Ave, Los Olivos. Qupe is ope
daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (805) 686-4200, www.qupe.com.
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Graduating from high school, most people think about college.But Tessa Parker was thinking about wine. Coming from a
winemaking family (her father is Eli Parker who has his own label
and her grandfather was Fess Parker) her college curriculum was
working in her familys tasting room and ironically at age 18 she was
legally unable to sample the wines she was pouring. But that didnt
stop her enrolling in the Enology and Viticulture program at Allan
Hancock College in Santa Maria.
During her first semester while working harvest at a local winery,
she discovered what would become her favorite wine - Sangiovese.
This Italian grape captivated her because of its food-friendly appeal
and ripe fruit. I like tomake New World-style
wines with bold, stand-
out flavors that still
demonstrate balance, she says. Not yet a veteran winemaker, she
nonetheless has multiple harvests under her belt.
She crafts her wines in a small, unassuming industrial warehous
a stark contrast to her sleek modern Italian-styled tasting room. Fo
me, making wine is really about making art. I dont mean that I tak
it all too seriously; its just that I like to take my time when Im
making wine, Tessa says. I rely much more upon my intuition and
sense of taste when Im in the cellar, than on analysis. I guess myapproach is intuitive, more than anything else, she says,
You can sample her wines including Vermentino, a sparkling
Vermentino, Sangiovese and Coquette - a flirty blend blend of a
sparkling Sangiovese and Syrah, hinting at seduction. Bottle prices
ranging from $20 to $36, and the tasting fee, including souvenir
glass is $10.
Tessa Marie Wines is located at 2901 Grand Ave., Suite C, Los
Olivos. They are open Thursday through Monday 11:30 a.m. to 5
p.m. Call (805) 688-6081, or visit www.tessamariawines.com for
more information.
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805-686-9653www.ranchoolivos.com
2390 N Refugio Rd
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
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Come see why Robert Parker, Jr. said...Production is small, but these winesare well worth seeking out!
Open Daily 11-5
2901 A Grand Avenue, Los Olivos
805-693-9644
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Now entering its fourth year in its off-Grand location in
downtown Los Olivos, Dragonette Cellars has rapidly become knownfor the high quality of its limited and/or allocated, small-production,
ultra-premium Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Rhne styled (Syrah-
and Grenache-based) blends. Prominent wine critics, including the
Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate and Stephen Tanzers International
Wine Cellar have also discovered Dragonette Cellars, bestowing highpraise and scores on their wines. For the wine country visitor,
Dragonette Cellars has an added plus; their tasting room is staffed by
the proprietors and their family members, who are all intimately
involved in the production of the wines and the story behind the
label.Dragonette Cellars is a collaboration between family and friends,
John and Steve Dragonette and Brandon Sparks Gillis, who interned
at some of the finest vineyards and wineries before launching their
own label. Utilizing a network of personal vineyard contacts, they
obtain grapes from selected blocks within meticulously managedvineyards throughout the Sta. Rita Hills (Pinot Noir), Happy Canyon
(Sauvignon Blanc) and the Santa Ynez Valley (Syrah). In most cases,
they buy grapes on a per acre basis, which allows them to control
important viticultural decisions and limit yields to produce the
highest quality fruit.
In the cellar Brandon, John and Steve focus on allowing their
carefully selected fruit to evolve into wines of great complexity, puriand balance. To that end, they monitor each vineyard block careful
before