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C E N T R A L C O A S T :S E R V I N G S A N L U I S O B I S
& S A N T A B A R B A R A C O U N T I
E A SY-T O -F OL L OW W I N ER Y M A PS S E P T E MB E R 1 8 , 2
BAILEYANA
TANGENT
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SYLVESTER
VINEYARD
& WINERY
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PASO ROBLES
TASTE OF
DOWNTOWN
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PREFERRED
TASTING ROOM:
PEACHY CANYON
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SANTA MARIAAUTUMN ARTS
GRAPES & GRAIN
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WINEMAKER DINNE
WITH KEN VOLK
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YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO CALIFORNIA CENTRAL COAST WINE, GETAWAYS, THINGS TO DO & EVEN
An Autumn DestinatioSEE PAG
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
WINE COUNTRY NEWS
Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ON THE COVER
Pretty-Smith Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
WINE TASTING IN DOWNTOWN PASO ROBLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SAN LUIS OBISPO WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-3
SANTA MARIA VALLEY WINERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-3
SOLVANG, LOS OLIVOS, SANTA YNEZ WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . 3
SANTA BARBARA WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
LISTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-39
P U B L I S H I NG E V E RY O T H ER W E E K !
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C E N T R A L C O A S T:
ADVERSTISING/MARKETING Sarah FlickingerDIRECTOR San Luis Obispo, CA
Phone 805-252-5440
PUBLISHER Dan Zimmerman
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EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Michael Cervin, Leah Kolt, Len Napolitano,
Charles Neave, Mark Storer, Janis Switzer
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Pretty-Smith WineryPretty-Smith Winery
Peachy Canyon WineryPeachy Canyon Winery
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Sylvester WinerySylvester Winery
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
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PASO ROBLES
## ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER
Twilight Tastings & Spectacular Sunsets
at Jada Winery
Open air deck, wonderful views, special
appetizers, unique pairings & more!
6-8pm, 805-238-2520, Paso Robles
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar
Local winemaker featured each week.
5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles
www.vinotecawinebar.com
Sept 17: Domaine Degher
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Gourmet Pairings at Meridian Vineyards
Try gourmet food paired with fine wine
12-5pm, $5, 805-226-7133, Paso Robles
www.meridianvineyards.com
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Templeton Farmers Market
Fresh fruit, flowers & vegetables
9am-12:30pm, 805-239-6535, Templeton
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Paso Robles Farmers Market
Country farm arts and crafts market
8am-12:30pm, 805-237-9254, Paso Robles
ONGOING
Painting Exhibits at Villicana Winery
Enjoy fine art work along with fine wines.
11am-5pm, 805-239-9456, Paso Robles
ONGOING
Estrella Warbird Museum
Fascinating collection of military ai rcrafts
10am-4pm, 805-227-0440, Paso Robles
www.ewarbirds.org
## ONGOING IN SEPTEMBER
Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars
Featuring Lori T
10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
www.castorocellars.com
## ONGOING IN SEPTEMBER
Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes:
Samba & Mambo
Learn to dance& show what you have learned
duringthe social dancehour! 805-369-0140
6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members
WineryHours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles
Vina Robles Hospitality Center,www.vinarobles.com
## SEPTEMBER 17
Cooking Show Hosted by Mark
The Singing Chef Faulkner
Featuring Robert Hall wine & special guests
5:30pm, 805-238-7979, Idlers AppliancesPaso Robles, www.hospitalitycatering.net
SEPTEMBER 19
The Great American Steak-Out at Cass
This winemaker dinner will feature all the foods
of delicious steak houses!
6-10pm, $85, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles
www.casswines.com, [email protected]
SEPTEMBER 19-20
Chumeia Vineyards Ice Cream Social
Complimentary wine ice cream sample will be
offered with award winning wines.
11am-5pm, 888-343-3445, Chumeia
www.chumeiavineyards.com
## SEPTEMBER 20
Flights & Bites
Hwy 46 East Wineries celebrate wine month
gather for a fun night of wine, cheese &
gourmet bites. 6pm, $30, 805-226-8099
Paso Robles, www.pasowine46east
## SEPTEMBER 20, 27
Cooking Classes at Opolo Vineyards
Join Chef Miguel Bautista and learn excitin
cooking methods, 805-238-9593Paso Robles, www.opolo.com
SEPTEMBER 20
Art de Tiza
Chalk-art celebration will offer a visual fea
chalk murals created by area artists on the
sidewalk of Pine Street between 11th and 12
streets. Artwork will be in progress beginni
8 am. 805-238-4103, Paso Robles
## SEPTEMBER 20
11th Annual Taste of Downtown
A superb culinary, artistic and musical
experience in historic downtown Paso Robl
11am-6pm, $25, 805-238-4103
## SEPTEMBER 20
Robert Hall Celebrates
California Wine Month
Live music, delicious samples of local food
fine wine on the garden terrace.
1-4pm, 805-239-1616x16, Paso Robles
www.roberthallwinery.com
SEPTEMBER 20-21
Carson & Barnes Circus
Enjoy a traveling zoo, flying trapeze artistsmusic, clowns & more!$16 for 2 adults/$8 for 2 children,
Sept 20: 2pm & 7pm Sept 21: 1:30pm & 4:30pm805-238-4103, Cuesta College, Paso Robles
## SEPTEMBER 21
Opera in the Vineyard at Robert Hall W
Popular end-of-summer concert
3pm, $35, 805-239-1616x16, Paso Robles
www.roberthallwinery.com
## SEPTMEBER 26
Vina Robles Winery Summer
Concert Series 2008
Featuring Sugar Daddy Swing Kings
Swingin horn-infused music based on the m
of Cab Calloway, 6:30pm, $25, $20 wine club
805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Rob
Vina Robles Hopitality Center
## SEPTEMBER 26
Sunset Wine Down at Robert Hall Wine
Wrap up your summer vacation at Robert H
Winerys Sunset Wine Down series.
Enjoy live music on the Garden Terrace,
award-winning wine and great food.69pm, $25pp / $20 Cavern Club
Reservations required: 805-239-1616 ext. 24
[email protected], Paso Robles
www.roberthallwinery.com
## SEPTEMBER 27
Donati Family Vineyard Harvest Party
Come celebrate the 2008 Harvest with Don
Family Vineyards. Sample the newly unveile
Ezio blend, named after Ron Donatis fathe
Enjoy a catered lunch for $15 or order the
Harvest Wine 4 Pack and lunch is on them!
Free outdoor concert featuring Jill Knight.
10am-5pm, RSVP, 877-511-9463, Templeton
www.donatifamilyvineyard.com
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
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## SEPTEMBER 27
10th Annual Grape Stomp at EOS
Have fun hand-picking grapes for a fun
stomping contest & enjoy a BBQ lunch with
friends and family in the beautiful picnic area.
12-4pm, $40, 805-239-2562x16, Paso Robles
www.eosvintage.com
## SEPTEMBER 27
Bacchanalia at Silver Horse
Fun grape stomp event with new releases, winetasting and more. 805-467-WINE, Paso Robles
www.silverhorse.com
## SEPTEMBER 27
Mike Marshall & Choro Famoso
at Castoro Cellars
Marchall a master of mandolin, guitar and violin
plays with versatile acoustic musicians.
7pm, $22, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton
www.castorocellars.com
## SEPTEMBER 27
Art in the Courtyard at Vina Robles
Featuring Van Smith
Meet Van Smith & view his work at the Vina
Robles Hospitality Center, 11am-5pm
Paso Robles, 805-227-4812, www.vinarobles.com
## SEPTEMBER 27
Jazz Dinner at DAnbino
An amazing and versatile vocalist, Angela
Michael and her quartet will offer soulful rendi-
tions of your favorite tunes including wine
tasting, dinner and entertainment.
7pm, $55/$45, Record Club, 805-227-6800
Paso Robles, www.danbino.com
## SEPTEMBER 27
Music & BBQ Under the Stars
at Jada Winery
Live music, Jadas 2006 Hells Kitchen samples,
Chef Tony Davilas upscale BBQ with grilled
oysters and more! Reservations required
805-226-4200, Paso Robles, www.jadavineyard.com
##
SEPTEMBER 28Locally Grown & Made at Vina Robles
Featuring Carriage Vineyards Olive Oil
Taste this delicious olive oil at the
Vine Robles Hospitality Center
11am-5pm, 805-239-8447, Paso Robles
www.vinarobles.com
## ONGOING IN OCTOBER
Vina Robles Ballroom Dance Classes:
Swing & Fox Trot
Learn to dance & showwhat you have learned
duringthe social dance hour! 805-369-0140
6pm, $10 wine club members/$12 non-members
WineryHours: 10am-5pm, Paso Robles
Vina Robles Hospitality Center,www.vinarobles.com
## OCTOBER 11
Art In The Courtyard at Vina RoblesFeaturing Bill Halopoff
Meet the artist & view his dramatic work
11am-5pm, 805-239-8447, Paso Robles
Vina Robles Hospitality Center,www.vinarobles.com
## OCTOBER 11
Harvest Wine Club Pick-Up Party &
Grand Re-Opening of the Tasting Room
at Minassian-Young
New fall releases accompanied by a
strolling dinner catered by Ciro Pascuito.
The menu will include rustic Italian dishes
from their wood fired oven and grill.
4:30pm, $50/$40 wine club, 805-238-7571
Paso Robles, www.minassianyoung.com
OCTOBER 15
Cooking Show Hosted by Mark
The Singing Chef Faulkner
Featuring delicious recipes with special guests
5:30pm, 805-238-7979, Idlers Appliances
Paso Robles, www.hospitalitycatering.net
## OCTOBER 17
Harvest Winemaker Dinner at Robert Hall
Celebrate the bounty of harvest with a special
dinner created by Executive Chef Jeffrey Scott, 6pm
$95/$85 Cavern Club, 805-239-2464, Paso Robles
OCTOBER 17
Harvest Pig Roast at Cass
Enjoy this old fashioned pig roast with fine wine,
delicious food & a bonfire too.
6-10pm, $40pp/$30WC, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles
www.casswines.com, [email protected]
## OCTOBER 17
Eberle Harvest Wine Tour Winemaker Dinner
Featuring Post Ranch Inn of Big Sur
$150/$120 Cellar Club, 805-238-9607
Paso Robles, www.eberlewinery.com
## OCTOBER 17
2008 Harvest Festival Orchid Hill
& Silver Stone Winemaker Dinner
Orchid Hill/Silver Stone Harvest Dinner which
features the Orchid Collector Series and Silver
Stones exciting new red blends. Enjoy a magical
evening of fine wine, gourmet food, barrel
sampling and dancing under the stars at the
vineyards. $135, RSVP, 805-237-7525
www.orchidhillwine.com
## OCTOBER 17-18
Opolo Harvest Festival and
Grape Stomp 2008!
Grape stomping, ethnic folk dancing, gypsy sere-
nades & fabulous Opolo wines. Featuring Opolo
favorites including roasted lamb, pork tender-
loin & chicken too. Paso Robles
5:30pm, $85/$70 wine club, 805-238-9593
Visit www.opolo.com for more details.
## OCTOBER 17-19
Harvest Wine Affair Weekend
at Silver Horse
Enjoy new releases, library wines & music too!
11am-5pm, 805-467-WINE, Paso Robles
www.silverhorse.com
OCTOBER 17-19
Wine Festival Camping at Cass Vineyards
All the comforts of home provided including find
wine and delicious meals!
$600/$480 wine club, 805-239-1730
Paso Robles, [email protected]
## OCTOBER 17-19
Renaissance Faire Harvest Festival Weekend
at Eagle Castle Winery
Great food, wine, music & full contact jousting
with the Knights of Mayhem. $7/$5 Cellar Club
805-227-1428, Paso Robles
Friday: 10:30-7:30pm, Meet the Knights!
Saturday & Sunday: Fair with jousting, vendors,
music, singers, dancers
Saturday Evening: A Knights Feast
$45/$40 club members
www.eaglecastlewinery.com
## OCTOBER 17-19
Harvest Wine Tour Weekend
Paso Robles wineries open their doors to offer
an abundance of activities unique to Wine
Country. Over the three day weekend you will
find more than 100 individual events at nearly
90 wineries. 805-239-8463, Paso Robles
For more information visit www.pasowine.com
## OCTOBER 17-19
2008 Harvest Wine Tour at AdalaidaEnjoy current releases, library wines, barrel
samples and hors doeuvres prepared by Chef
Claude Chazalon. 10-5pm, 805-239-8980
800-676-1232, Paso Robles, www.adalaida.com
## OCTOBER 17-19
2008 Harvest Wine Tour Party
at Peachy Canyon
The festivities kick off with a fierce pumpkin
carving contest, great wine, gourmet BBQ
dinner, live music, fun prizes and much more.
4pm-8pm, $65/$55 club members, 805-239-1918
Paso Robles, www.peachycanyon.com/events
## OCTOBER 17-19
2008 Harvest Festival at Arroyo Robles
Many exciting events over the weekend
including a winemaker cruise, a pancakebreakfast, a harvest grape stomp with surf &
turf dinner and more! 877-759-WINE
Please visit www.arroyorobles.com for
event details. Paso Robles
OCTOBER 17-19
Italian Cars & Food Celebrazione
at Martin Weyrich
Featuring catering by Caf Roma
7pm, $120 pp/$90pp wine club, 805-238-2520
Paso Robles, www.martinweyrich.com
## OCTOBER 17-19
Harvest Tour Festival Weekend
at Jada Winery
Great harvest & halloween fun all weekendFriday: Halloween at Harvest Weekend kicks off
with a la te night Open House. Appetizers, oliveoil & chocolates galore. Prizes awarded for bestcostumes! Saturday: Halloween at Harvestcontinues with new releases, appetizers, barrelsamples, estate olive oil & gourmet wine vinegartasting! Best costume gets a prize! Paso RoblesSunday: Last day to enjoy Halloween at Harvest.805-226-4200, www.jadavineyard.com
## OCTOBER 18
Harvest Weekend at DAnbino
Italian Seafood Buffet by celebrity chef MichaelParise. Including wine tasting, dinner &entertainment. 6pm, $70/$55 Record Club805-227-6800, Paso Robles, www.danbino.com
## OCTOBER 18
Meritage Vertical Tastings
at Robert Hall Winery
Taste through a special vertical presentation
11am-1pm, $50/$40 Cavern Club, 805-239-1616x16
Paso Robels, www.roberthallwinery.com
## OCTOBER 18
7th Far Out Wineries Best of the West
at Opolo Vineyards
Join 16 Far Out Wineries for an educational
seminar a nd tasting. www.faroutwineries.com
10am, $55, RSVP, 805-237-0138, Paso Robles
## OCTOBER 18
Las Vegas Disco Inferno at Silver Horse
Las Vegas 70s style cover band & Las Vegas
games, 6pm, 805-467-WINE, Paso Robles
www.silverhorse.com
OCTOBER 18
6th Annual Cork-n-Pork at
Carmody McKnight
Prepared 36 hours in advance this awardwinning 200 pound whole pit roasted porkrecipe will be paired with an array of artistdishes & estate wines. 12pm, Paso Robleswww.carmodymcknight.com, 800-282-0730
## OCTOBER 18-19
Opolos Harvest BBQ Weekend
Opolos Harvest BBQ! Carne asada tacos, rolamb, beans, salad and salsa.
11am-4pm, $10, 805-238-9593, Paso Robles
Visit www.opolo.com for more details.
## OCTOBER 18-19
Harvest Weekend Wine & Music
Pairing at DAnbino
Wine and music go hand in hand, so its onl
natural that different styles and moods of m
would compliment different wines!
2-4pm, $10, 805-227-6800, Paso Robles
www.danbino.com
## OCTOBER 19
Annual Cavern Club Extravaganza
at Robert Hall Winery
Savor your Fall club wines deliciouly paired
hors doeuvre, music and more!
12-3pm, Free to Cavern Club, 805-239-1616x1
Paso Robels, www.roberthallwinery.com
## OCTOBER 24
Vina Robles Winery Summer
Concert Series 2008
Featuring Sean Wiggins
805-369-0140, www.vinarobles.com, Paso Rob
CAYUCOS AND MORRO BAY
ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH
Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves
Art, crafts, childrens activities, music & mo
10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beach
www.pismochamber.com
ONGOING
Central Coast Outdoor Day Hikes
Sat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Bay
www.centralcoastoutdoors.com
ONGOING
Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists
Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artist
7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Bay
www.morrobayartassociation.org
ONGOING
Adventures with Nature
Docent guided walks
Morro Bay State Park Museum
of Natural History, 805-772-2694, www.ccnha.
Various hikes at various times including; Fast
to Coon Creek, Whites Point Vistas, Black Hill
Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon.ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Morro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk
Art galleries open house receptions
5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Fishermen & Farmers Market in Morro
Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians
3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay
SEPTEMBER 20
Avocado & Margarita Festival
Enjoy fun recipe contests, kid contests, liveentertainment, guacamole, margaritas & m11am-6pm, 805-772-4467, Morro Baywww.morrobay.org
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OCTOBER 4-5
Morro Bay Harbor Festival
Enjoy a wide array of festivities including wine
tasting with 40 local wineries participating,
chowder contest, kids carnival, music and more.
800-366-6043, Morro Bay Harbor
Visit www.mbhf.com for details.
SAN LUIS OBISPO
ONGOING TUESDAYS
2-oz. Tuesdays at Taste
Weekly drink specials
10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE
San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Wine Down Wednesdays at Taste
Tastings with the winemaker
10am-9pm, 805-269-TASTE
San Luis Obispo, www.taste-slo.com
## SATURDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27
Wine and Cheese Pairings at Tolosa Winery
Enjoy 4 estate wines paired with 4 artisan
cheeses offered in the gorgeous Heritage Room.
11am-3pm, $20/$15 Heritage Club
805-782-0500, www.tolosawinery.com
ONGOINGChristopher Cohan Center
Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo
805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org
Sept 18: Frank Caliendo
Sept 26: Oliver!
ONGOING
The San Luis Obispo Art Center
Permanent collection and constantly rotating
exhibits of works by local artists in all media
paintings, sculpture, photography and more.
11am-5pm, 805-543-8562, San Luis Obispo
www.sloartcenter.org
ONGOING WEEKENDS
Live Music at Mothers Tavern
Beautiful upscale tavern with big band music
most Sundays too! Call for schedules.805-541-8733, San Luis Obispo
www.motherstavern.com
ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY
Dallidet Adobe & Gardens
Oldest house in the city of San Luis Obispo
Site of first commercial winery in the area.
10am-1pm, 805-543-0638, San Luis Obispo
www.slochs.org/dallidet
ONGOING
Lectures & Art at
California Polytechnic State University
805-756-1511, San Luis Obispo
www.calpolynews.calpoly.edu
ONGOING
Automobilia Museum
Specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes along with
many other antiques relating to transportation.
10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis Opispo
ONGOING
Hearst Castle Tours
Experience grand reflections from the 1930s
$30, 800-444-4445, San Luis Obispo
www.hearstcastle.com
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Art Gallery Events Art After Dark
Various art galleries stay open late & host
artist receptions with wine & cheese.
5-9pm, 805-544-9251, San Luis Obispo
www.sloartcouncil.org
ONGOING FRIDAYS
Wine Tasting at The Loading Dock
Live music, wine and food
7-10pm, $5, 805-934-3471, San Luis Obispo
ONGOING
A Murder Mystery Dinner
Enjoy a parody of The Pirates of the Caribbean
with a delicious dinner, wine and laughter.
5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant
Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.comSEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 5
Plein Air Festival 2008
Watch artists as they paint the landscapes andseascapes of San Luis O bispo County.805-543-8562, SLO Art CenterVarious locations in San Luis ObispoFor details visit www.sloartcenter.org
ATASCADERO
SEPTEMBER 20
Charles Paddock Zoo Art Contest
Art Show Presentation10am-12pm, 805-470-3182, Tiger Garden ZooAtascadero, www.visitslo.com
AVILA BEACH
ONGOING SUNDAYS
Art on the Beach at Avila BeachArtists paint & present their work
10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier
# SEPTEMBER 19
Film Noir at Salisbury Vineyards
Featuring Murder My Sweet
Private tasting, Film Noir wine glass, dinner,
dessert, outdoor film screening & more!
$60/$50 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
## SEPTEMBER 21
Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series
at Salisbury Vineyards
Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music
while enjoying the perfect Avila climate.
1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
## SEPTEMBER 26
Film Noir at Salisbury Vineyards
Featuring His Kind of Woman
Private tasting, Film Noir wine glass, dinner,
dessert, outdoor film screening & more!
$60/$50 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
### OCTOBER 2
Girls Night Out at Salisbury Vineyards
Stroll through the schoolhouse & patio with hors
d'oeuvres and wine in hand. Enjoy handmade gifts
and clothing from local artists and designers. The
evening will have an exciting theme with guest
vendors, chefs, & live music. 5:30-8:30pm
$25, $20 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE
## OCTOBER 3
Film Noir at Salisbury Vineyards
Featuring-Double Indemnity
Private tasting, Film Noir wine glass, dinner,
dessert, outdoor film screening & more!
$60/$50 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
## OCTOBER 5
Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series
at Salisbury Vineyards
Shake this schoolhouse with live, original music
while enjoying the perfect Avila climate.
1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
## OCTOBER 10
Film Noir at Salisbury Vineyards
Featuring-The Postman Always Rings Twice
Private tasting, Film Noir wine glass, dinner,
dessert, outdoor film screening & more!
$60/$50 Club Avila, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
##OCTOBER 19
Schoolhouse Rock Concert Series
at Salisbury VineyardsShake this schoolhouse with live, original music
while enjoying the perfect Avila climate.
1-4pm, 805-595-WINE, Avila Beach
www.salisburyvineyards.com
OCTOBER 24
Sea Fare 2008
Enjoy wine from local wineries, seafoodfrom local restaurants and more.5:30-9pm, 805-595-7280, Avila BeachAvila Beach Golf Resort
ARROYO GRANDE
ONGOING
Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande
Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077
Arroyo Grande
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Arroyo Grande Farmers Market
Farm fresh produce, music, arts & crafts
12-2:30pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande
www.arroyograndevillage.org
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Learn How to Make Ice Cream
Enjoy a 30 minute skit about ice cream
where you help create new flavors. 7pm, Arroyo
Grande, 805-474-4068 www.docburnsteins.com
ONGOING
Clark Center for Performing Arts
805-489-9444, Arroyo Grande
www.clarkcenter.org
Oct 2: San Francisco Stand Up Competition
ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 31New Visions of the Central Coast-Art Show
at Talley Vineyards
Featuring photo paintings by Paul McCloskey
www.talleyvineyards.com, Arroyo Grande
## ONGOING FRIDAYS
Wine Down at Wood Winery
Enjoy reserve wines & gourmet cheese
4-7pm, 805-489-9663, Arroyo Grande
www.wildwoodwine.com, [email protected]
## SEPTEMBER 14
5th Annual Taste of the Central Coast
Elegant yet relaxing gala benefit for local foster
& high need children featuring top chefs, world
class wines, live jazz music & auctions. 3pm, $75
805-781-3535, www.TasteOfTheCentralCoast.com
The Cypress Ridge Pavillion, Arroyo Grande
SEPTEMBER 21
Village Concert Jazz Finale
Bring your picnic baskets, lawn chairs &
blankets and enjoy great jazz by SLO Mambo
and The Pat Cormick Group. 1-3pm, 805-473-2250,
Arroyo Grande,Bandstand on the Village Green
## SEPTEMBER 27-28
Wood Winery Celebrates
The Harvest Festival
Enjoy special discounts all weekend
11am-5pm, 805-489-9663, Arroyo Grande
www.wildwoodwine.com
SEPTEMBER 27-28
Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival
Enjoy many old fashion parade, fun contests,
diaper derby, vendor booths, non-profit game
booths, haunted harvest house, fine local win
many varieties of delicious foods, entertainm
kids contests & much more!
10am-6pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grande
www.agharvestfestival.com
OCEANO
ONGOING
The Great American Melodrama
805-489-2499, Oceano
www.americanmelodrama.com
Ongoing through September 20:
Showdown at Slick Rock Ranch
SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON
ONGOING
Santa Maria Valley Railroad
805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.com
Elegant excursions with five star gourmet mea
ONGOING MONDAYS
Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro
Featuring regional & varietal tastings
5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Santa Maria
ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Santa Maria Valley Railway
Historical Museum
Lots of fun including a train simulator exhibit
1-4:30pm, 805-714-4927, Santa Maria
www.smvrhm.org/museum
ONGOING THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Friday Nite Wine Downs at
Cottonwood Canyon
Come out the 3rd Friday of every month through
September and the 2nd Friday in October to Win
Down your work week to the sounds of live mus
enjoy a glass of your favoriteCottonwood wine. For band listings visit
www.cottonwoodcanyon.com, Santa Maria
5:30-8:30pm, 805-937-VINE
OCTOBER 4
Autumn Arts Grapes & Grains
Celebrate the local harvest and arts in
Santa Maria with wine tasting, food, arts, craf
chalk-art expose, activities for the kids,
great entertainment on two stages.
11am, 805-925-0951, Santa Maria
OCTOBER 10-13
Vintners Visa
Four-day pass event to 12 participating winer
each of whom are pulling out all the stops jus
Vintners Visa holders. $35, Santa Maria Valle
For details visit www.sbcountywines.com.
OCTOBER 11
Celebration of Harvest
Local restaurants, food suppliers showcase t
talents, live music, silent auction, wine tastin
and more!, Rancho Sisquoc Winery
1-4pm, $65, 805-688-0881, Santa Maria
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Harvest Open House at
Kenneth Volk Vineyards
Taste new and limited release wines, sample
hors doeuvres and enjoy live music.
10am-5pm, 805-938-7896, Santa Maria
www.volkwines.com
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ONGOING
Spring Flowers Nature Hike
Guided hike with trained horticuluralist
$15, 805-238-7324, Reservations required
Lazy Arrow Ranch, Santa Margarita
## OCTOBER 17-19
Harvest Weekend at Pozo Valley
Complimentary wine tasting poured by the
winemaker himself. Enjoy fine wine paired with
delicious hors doeuvres & more!
11am-5pm, 805-286-7172, Santa Margarita
www.pozovalley.com
LOS OLIVOS
ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks
Free movie & snacks with discussion
7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivos
www.wildlingmuseum.org
## ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30
Art Show at Carina Cellars
Featuring Katie Desrochers
11am-5pm, 805-688-2459, Los Olivos
www.carinacellars.com
ONGOING THURSDAYS
Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Caf
Wine tasting & hors doeuvres
5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivos
www.losolivoscafe.com
Sept 18: Syrahs for the Santa Ynez Valley
Oct 23: Pinot Noir from Santa Maria
Nov 20:Pinot Noir & Chardonnay - Santa Rita Hills
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting
Enjoy delicious organic tastings
10am-2pm, $3, Los O livos, 805-693-1600
www.globalgardensgifts.com
ONGOING THURSDAYS
Fess Parkers Wine Country Sing Along
Sing along with Fess & Marcy, 8:30-10:30pm
805-688-7788, Los Olivos, www.syvva.com
SANTA YNEZ
ONGOING MONDAYS
Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts
Santa Barbara Darts Association
Enjoy BBQ and darts, 7pm, 805-686-4785
Santa Ynez, www.mavericksaloon.org
ONGOING
Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum
and Parks - Janeway Carriage House
Exhibits from Chumash period through
early 20th century ranch days.
12-4pm, 805-688-7889, Santa Ynez
www.santaynezvalleymuseum.org
SECOND THURSDAY
Wine Impressions at Artiste
Join fellow wine lovers for a blind tasting, sensory
evaluation & discussion by region. 7-9pm
805-686-2626, www.artiste.com
ONGOING
Chumash Casino Concerts
800-585-3737, Santa Ynez
www.chumashcasino.com
Sept 18: Randy Owen
Sept 19: Poncho Sanchez
Sept 26: XC Cage Fight
Oct 2: Gretchen Wilson
Oct 9: Pat Benatar
ONGOING
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail
10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez Park
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
Jazz on the Deck at Vineyard House
Live music and fine food
6:30pm, $2, 805-688-2886, Santa Ynez
www.thevineyardhouse.com
ONGOING
Art Exhibit at Artiste Winery
Featuring Paul Brown, 11am-5pm
Santa Ynez, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com
SEPTEMBER 20
Artist Reception at Artiste
Featuring Paul Brown the first artist to appear
on an Artiste label. 1-4pm, $150, Santa Ynez707-433-1920, www.artiste.com
SEPTEMBER 20
Roblar Winery Cooking School & Dinner
Guest chef cooking classes including instruction,
wine tasting & delicious dinner. Santa Ynez
5pm, $145, 805-686-2603, www.roblarwinery.com
SEPTEMBER 25
Open House and Susan G. Komen Foundation
Fundraise at the Santa Ynez Inn
Enjoy a festive night of wine, live music, live
auction & more in support of breast cancer
research. 6pm, $35, 805-688-5588
Santa Ynez. [email protected]
OCTOBER 11
Roblar Winery Cooking School & Dinner
Guest chef cooking classes including instruction,
wine tasting & delicious dinner, Santa Ynez
5pm, $145, 805-686-2603, www.roblarwinery.com
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Kenneth Volk Winemaker Dinner
at the Santa Ynez Inn
Enjoy a delicious five course gourmet dinnerwith fine wines from Kenneth Volk.
6-9pm, $125, 805-688-5588, Santa Ynez
Santa Ynez Inn, [email protected]
OCTOBER 18
Roblar Winery Cooking School & Dinner
Guest chef cooking classes including instruction,
wine tasting & delicious dinner, Santa Ynez
5pm, $145, 805-686-2603, www.roblarwinery.com
LOMPOC
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Olde Towne Market in Lompoc
Great food, wine & music, Lompoc
805-736-4567, www.lompocrecord.com
SOLVANG
ONGOING
Quicksilver Miniature Horse Farm
Visit Solvang horse farm with beautiful views
10am3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang
ONGOING
Solvang Farmers Market
Fresh produce, flowers and foods, 3-7pm
Solvang, 805-962-5354, www.solvangca.com
ONGOING FRIDAYS
Wine Tasting on the Patio
Live guitar music along with fine wines
5:30-7pm, 800-624-5572, Solvang
www.royalscandinavianinn.com
ONGOING WEEKENDS
Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise
Guided 2 hour cruise with wildlife and
geology $15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lake
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art
Ongoing exhibits of art & photogaphy
805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.org
ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 28Hot Mikado
805-928-7731, Festival Theatre, Solvang
SEPTEMBER 19-21
72nd Annual Danish Days
Enjoy music, dancing, traditional foods, folk art
demonstrations, singing, games, aebleskive eating
contests, akvavit tasting & more. Solvang
805-688-6144, www.solvangusa.com
SEPTEMBER 26-28
Solvang Jazz Festival 2008
Celebrate 3 days of Americas jazz music
under the leadership of Stix Hooper.
425-481-3274, Solvang
Visit www.solvangjazz.com for details.
SANTA BARBARAONGOING SUNDAYS
Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show
Featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry
10am6pm, 805-897-1982, East Beach Pier
www.sbaacs.com
ONGOING TUESDAYS
Discussions & Coffee Tastings
Getinsider info on up& comingbooks,musicand
movies withcoffee tasting too,Santa Barbara
805-899-3659, 3pm, Borders, Books & Music
ONGOING FRIDAYS
Wine Tasting with the Winemakers
4-7pm, 805-691-1020, East Beach Wines
Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwine.com
ONGOING FRIDAYSWine & Cheese Pairings
at East Beach Wines
Enjoydeliciouspairings& newselections
each week, 4-7pm, $10, 805-899-1535
Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwines.com
ONGOING
Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater
Guided tours upon request. Santa Barbara
805-996-4946, www.loberotheater.com
ONGOING
University at Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures
805-893-3535, www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu
ONGOING
Trout Fishing & Wildlife Walks
at Cachuma Lake
Enjoy fishing (with trout brought in) & excellent
wildlife viewing from bald eagles to mule deer.
805-686-5055, Santa Barbara, www.sbparks.org
ONGOING
Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbaras past
10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara
ONGOING
Wine Dinners at Wine Cask
6:30pm, 805-996-9463, www.winecask.com
Santa Barbara
September 25: Departures
October 23: Jaffurs Wine Cellars
November 20: Ampelos Winery
ONGOING
Ty Warner Sea Center
Explore creatures of the sea
805-962-2526, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara
Barbara Museum of Natural History
www.sbnature.org/seacenter
ONGOING
Lectures & Readings at the
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
805-962-8404, Santa Barbara, www.sbmm.or
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Cachuma Lake Nature Walk
1 mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Tr
10-11:30am, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara
Cachuma Lake Nature Center
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Junior Ranger Program
Kids learn about wildlife, ecosystems &
caring for the environment.
1-2pm, 805-688-4515, Santa Barbara
Cachuma Lake Nature Center
www.cachuma.com
ONGOING
Art Workshops for Children atArt from Scrap
Fun workshops where kids reuse all sorts
of materials to make works of art!
Tues-Sat, 10am-2pm, $6, 805-884-0459
www.artfromscrap.org
ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS
First Thursday
Art, cultural events & fine wine tasting!
5-8pm, 805-962-2098, various venues in
downtown Santa Barbara
www.santabarbaradowntown.com
ONGOING
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
805-963-4364, www.sbma.net
Ongoing through November 2: African
Dinosaur - Interactive exhibit
ONGOING
Surfing Lessons
Enjoy an exciting day in the water, Santa Bar
805-898-0671, www.sbadventureco.com
ONGOING
Planetarium Shows at
Santa Barbara Museum of
Natural History
805-682-4711, www.sbnature.com
Exploring the Spring Sky
Cosmic Safari
Secrets of the Cardboard Rocket
SEPTEMBER 26
Courthouse Jazz
Great jazz at the Sunken Gardens at theCourthouse, 5pm, 805-453-5973
Santa Barbara
SEPTEMBER 26-28
9th Annual Flamenco Arts Festival
Celebrate world-classFlamenco with performanc
workshops. 805-967-4164,Santa Barbara
For details visit www.flamencoarts.org/2008
SEPTEMBER 27
Vinos, Tapas y Arte 2008
Sample wines from regional vintners, savor tfrom local restaurants and bid on art fromSanta Barbaras premiere artists.Fund raiser at Casa de la Guerra
3-6pm, $100, 805-965-0093, Santa Barbara
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by Michael Cervin
In 1909, local farm workers constructed
the Independence Schoolhouse in what
was empty farmland in San Luis Obispos
Edna Valley. Today, Baileyana and Tangent
wines can be sampled in the same school-
house, a bright and airy place with similar
idyllic views of copious amounts of land as
before.
The tasting room, renovated in 1998, will
celebrate its centennial next year. In fact,
where the tasting bar is currently, used to be
the school library. Now instead of books
lining the wall, bottles of wine stand guard. In
the early 1970s, the husband and wife team
of Jack and Catherine Niven began planting
grapes on not more than a hunch that itwould be fertile land for grapes. The two
vineyards, Paragon and Firepeak, lay partly
on the valley floor while other parts begin the
ascent on the hillsides of the Niven ranch.
The Edna Valley, now understood to be
similar to the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
areas of Burgundy, also enjoys a unique
geographic feature. Its one of the few valleys
that run in an east west configuration (known
as a transverse valley) rather than the usual
north-south valley, such as the San Joaquin
Valley.
John Niven is part of the third generation
of his familys farming operation and by all
accounts, the younger generations will be
involved as well. Though John and his cousin
Michael are still subservient to the second
generation, the family works together. Well,
most of them. Myself, my sisters and my
cousins, we all got the youre not coming to
work for us speech, John said. The family
encouraged us to go live and experience life
and business on someone elses buck. Myself
and my cousin came back to work for the
family in the late 1990s, he added. Being
family run has its distinct advantages. With
consolidation in the wine industry theres a
pool of smaller wineries like us. Theres a gapbetween the big guys and the little guys and
some consumers are gravitating toward
smaller wineries that have family, stories and
niches, John says.
And Baileyana proudly speaks of their 35-
year history in the Edna Valley. Were dedi-
cated to San Luis Obispo and a legacy of
farming that ensures that future generations
can do it. We also have our commitment to
sustainability in the vineyard. And as any
good farmer knows, you have to treat the l
with respect.
The Baileyana label has a strong focus
the classic wines of Chardonnay, Pinot N
and Syrah from their Firepeak Viney
which is a mere four and a half miles from
coast. The unique cool location and the od
ties of the soil composition, including be
sand and seashells, create a very unique p
of land. The Tangent label seems to reflec
name: Tangent is more a niche and purp
driven wine with all these cool, funky alter
tive white wines, John mentioned.
Indeed they have dedicated a lot
resources to produce Albarino, Viogn
Pinot Blanc and their flagship Tangent w
Ecclestone, an unconventional blend of P
Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Muscat Canand Viognier. In keeping with the alterna
whites only, they have planted the often m
pronounced and rarely seen Austrian gra
Gruner Veltiner. These are great expressi
of those varietals in the Edna Valley whic
a cool climate viticulture. So at the end of
day you get this purity of fruit, with acid
and whats in the bottle is what Mot
Natures gave us in the vineyard, John say
seems unlikely that the Edna Valley is at
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cutting edge of unusual grape
production, but Tangent is proof
that a diverse array of grapes can
be successfully grown here.
The Edna valley is such a
small specialized appellation,
that our problem is gettingpeople to stop off the 101 in
between Los Olivos and Paso
Robles, John believes. But once
they do, they keep coming back.
People like to discover gems and
they like to pass that on, he said
when folks encounter his wines.
Its no different than the hole in
the wall restaurant. People love
to find something that no one
else has found and share it withothers. I do that. I find wines that
my family has never had and
spring it on them. Thats what
boutique wineries can offer, he
said.
But niche can have its own
challenges. Its a doubled edged
sword; the marketplace is so
competitive and global. Even in
San Luis Obispo, you go to a nice
restaurant and theyre pouring a
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc,
or Chianti from Italy, and youre
competing with that in your own
back yard. But at the end of the
day, the generations of Nivens are
still happy to be doing what they
love to do. We feel so fortunate
to be involved with our grandfa-
ther and father and uncles, we
realize we have something special
and were very fortunate to be
doing what were doing.
The full arsenal of Baileyana
and Tangent can be sampled at
5828 Orcutt Road in the heart of
Edna Valley. Tasting fees are $5
and allows a combined five tastes
for both Baileyana and Tangent.
For more information, call (805)
269-8200 or go to the website
www.baileyana.com.
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SYLVESTER VINEYARD & WINERY
Wine, Cheese, Chocolate and Moreby Leah Kolt
Think youd enjoy some cinnamon and chili-
spiked chocolate with a lush Sangiovese Port?
Or how about a reserve Merlot paired with
Madagascar chocolate that melts into a harmonizing
cherry finish?
If youre more in the mood for something savory,
perhaps a crisp apple-nosed Chardonnay with some
rubbed-sage Vermont cheddar?
You can sample these and other adventurous
pairings in Paso Robles at Sylvester Vineyard &Winery, which offers five-glass, Reserve-wine flights
with cheese or chocolate for only $5 each.
Take your palate and your plate outdoors and
stroll through the vine-covered pergola to view the
swans that grace a small lake. Train buffs might
enjoy their samplings more from inside one of the
classic railcars on display, including two vintage
Pullman sleepers and a dining car.
Veteran travelers whove enjoyed Sylvester wines
with the gourmet fare on Princess Cruises will be
glad to learn they can enjoy the same fine food and
wine on land, when Sylvester celebrates harvest onOctober 18 with an Italian buffet extravaganza,
featuring main dishes that range from lobster claws
and prime rib to venison and homemade ravioli, as
well as exciting compliments such as balsamic
caramelized chestnuts and pumpkin gnocchi.
An array of cheeses presented by the Cheese
Store of Beverly Hills and Italian desserts complete
the cruise-inspired menu. The cost is $70 per
person plus tax, which includes wine and live
music, or $60 for wine club members. You can
register online at www.sylvesterwinery.com.
If you cant stay for dinner, enjoy wine andcheese pairings and special Greek Saganaki
fondue on Saturday and Sunday, October 18-19,
from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Join winemaker Jac Jacobs
and other winery staff for wine education sessions,
barrel tasting and tours of the facility, where you can
see first hand how the grapes are de-stemmed,
crushed, fermented, and bottled. Youll even be able
to sample wine grapes and olives.
Or come by any weekend at 1 p.m. for a tour. If
youre fortunate enough to catch Jac, hell enthrall
you with the story of how he went from bein
nuclear submarine mechanic to an apprentice
some of Californias wine greats, like Mendoc
County pioneer winemaker John Parducci a
Andr Tchelistcheff, the dean of American wimakers who mentored Robert Mondavi and Lo
Martini.
Sylvester reds range from the Kiara Rese
Merlot which sells for only $11.25 to wine c
members but tastes more like a $20-25 wine
the 05 Nikiara Bordeaux blend ($32) which earn
87 points in Wine Enthusiast. The 2004 Caber
Franc ($24.95) earned 91 points at the Califor
State Fair. And, the chocolate-loving 20
Sangiovese Port, which garnered 94 points in W
Enthusiast, is only $24.99.
Join the Flock, Sylvesters wine club, and recea hefty 25 percent discount on these great wi
and others, as well as on merchandise in the w
stocked gift shop, located at 5115 Buena V
Drive, off Highway 46 East in Paso Robles.
Thanks to its partnership with Peacock Chee
an international gourmet foods importer, Sylves
also offers a Cheese Society Membership, wh
includes two shipments per year in October a
February. Each shipment includes two wines pai
with a gourmet specialty cheese.
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Paso Robles Taste of Downtown
Fine Cuisine, Music & ArtOn Saturday, September 20, the 11th Annual Taste of Downtown
promises a superb culinary, artistic and musical experience in historicdowntown Paso Robles.
With the purchase of the $25 Taste of Downtown ticket pass,
participants will sample the creations of 28 local restaurants, ice cream
and coffee houses and 12 wineries, as well as free admission to an
open-air concert.
Downtown Paso Robles also will host the 7th annual Arte de Tiza
on Saturday, Sept. 20th sponsored by the Paso Robles Art Association,
Rabobank, Santa Lucia Bank, First Bank of San Luis Obispo, and
WalMart. The chalk-art celebration will offer a visual feast of chalk
murals created by area artists on the sidewalk of Pine Street between
11th and 12th streets. Artwork will be in progress beginning at 8 a.m.
the morning of the Taste.
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., ticket holders will stroll from eatery to
eatery, sampling the cuisine of 40 fine dining establishments, wineries,
and some so new that townspeople may not have discovered them yet.
Participating eateries and wine tasting for wineries located outside the
downtown core will offer their creations in the park.
The Taste passes also will admit attendees to the concert at the
bandstand in the park from 2 to 4 p.m. with music from Up In The
Air, whose music will appeal to all ages.
The Taste of Downtown ticket passes are available for only $25.
Funds will benefit the Paso Robles Main Street Association free holiday
promotions events. Tastes may be purchased at the Main Street office,located at 835 12th St. (Suite D, in the Normas Way alley), or by mail
after contacting the association (VISA/MC accepted).
For details, Taste ticket booklets, or more information, contact the
Main Street office at (805) 238-4103.
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Located at the Northern Gateway to Paso
Robles Wine Country, Pretty-Smith Vineyards
& Winery offers visitors a big dose of friendly
hospitality. Owner/winemaker, Lisa Pretty,
personally welcomes each guest with a warm
smile and an offer to begin the tasting with a
cool, crisp Sauvignon Blanc or the opportu-nity to jump right into the line-up of the
estate grown, red Bordeaux varietals and
blends.
The tasting room can be found in the
hilltop winery with wonderful views of both
the golden hills of San Miguel and the estate
vineyards. While the majority of the vine-
yards still host the original plantings of
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
and Sauvignon Blanc, several acres have been
replanted to include Malbec. Although thestand-alone varietals dominate the Pretty-
Smith offering, it is the blends that really let
Lisa express her wine style. Palette de Rouge
(Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc,
Merlot) is emerging as one of the areas most
complex and exciting wines.
Everything at Pretty-Smith receives Lisas
personal attention. The female touch can defi-
nitely be detected in the wine the style is
soft, smooth and silky with a lovely velvet
texture. The white wines are fermented and
aged in stainless steel tanks and releasedyoung to deliver that fresh fruit flavor. The
reds, on the other hand, are aged in French
and Hungarian oak barrels for up to three and
a half years, then bottled aged for an addi-
tional year prior to release. This is an extraor-
dinary boon to the wine drinker who does
not want to wait two or three years for a wine
to begin to show its promise.
Throughout the vineyards and winery, the
spirit of Kokopelli can be felt. Known as the
God of Fertility who played his flute to m
the sun rise and crops abundant, Kokop
has provided inspiration for Lisa as
nurtures the vines and hand-crafts the win
His image is often found on the wine lab
with each release featuring a unique serie
Pretty-glyphs, oil paintings created by Lin the winerys art studio. The real mag
and mystical element of the southwest
icon lives in the winerys standard poo
aptly named Kokopelli. Although he spe
most of his time playing and greeting visit
he earns his keep catching gophers, grou
squirrels and chasing the birds away
harvest.
So next time you are touring Paso Rob
Wine Country be sure to stop in San Mig
where one woman and a dog will be happgreet you and let you discover a line-up
Bordeaux style wines made from estate gro
fruit. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy
wonderful views from the tables set outside
tasting room. The tasting room is open Fri
through Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Priv
groups may book the event areas for par
outside of normal tasting room hours.
For additional information, call (805) 4
3104 or visit www.prettysmith.com.
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The Santa Ynez Inn Hosts
an Open House Event forBreast Cancer Research,
Thursday, September 25The Santa Ynez Inn has teamed up with the Susan G. Komen
Foundation to raise money for breast cancer research. This event is
open to the public from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will feature a live and
silent auction, wine tasting from 11 different wineries, hors doeuvres
prepared by the inns chef Heather Henry and live music by Shes My
Band. Tickets will cost $35 per person and are tax deductible. All
proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen foundation for the cure.
Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Santa Ynez Inn and other
various locations by September 19th. Sales will be limited to 200
guests. The live auction will begin at 7 p.m. and will include vacation
packages, golf outings, spa treatments, hotel rooms, wine, art and
much more. Wear something pink and be eligible for a special
drawing.
Tickets for this event may be purchased at the following locations:
The Santa Ynez Inn, Santa Ynez; Scott Cellars Tasting Room, Los
Olivos; Costa de Oro Tasting Room, Santa Maria; Chefs Touch,
Solvang; Palmina Tasting Room, Lompoc or Sort This Out Cellars
Tasting Room, Buellton.
Local sponsors include: The Santa Ynez Inn, Valley Oaks Printing,
Classic Party Rentals and Decadence Fine Cakes & Confections.
Featured wineries are Scott Cellars, Kenneth Volk Vineyards,
Cambria Vineyards, Byron, Rancho Sisquoc, Palmina, Costa de Oro,
Pali Wine Company, Casa Cassara, Sort This Out Cellars and Flying
Goat Cellars.
VINTNERS GRILL
Located in the Radisson Hotel, Santa Maria, thVintners Grill offers a magnificent Champagn
Sunday Brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.The brunch features a deluxe seafood station
chef carved roasts, omelet bar, hot entres,decadent desserts and more!
3455 Skyway Drive Santa Maria
(805) 928-8000 Radisson.com/santamariac
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HOPPES GARDEN BISTRO & WINE SHOP
The most highly acclaimed restaurant and Wine Shop on the
Central Coast. Recognized for Chef Wilhelm Hoppes seasonally
inspired menu, hand-selected wine list with a beautiful garden
and historical setting. Offering a wide range of menu items -
from wild game to prime meats and vegetarian/vegan items.
78 N. Ocean Avenue Wednesday-Sunday 11am-10pm
www.hoppesbistro.com 805.995.1006
MAMA'S MEATBALL
Fine 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 130-135
www.mamasmeatball.com
805-544-0861
NOVO RESTAURANT
NOVOs international flavors are the leading ingre
ents in an exotic dining experience. Brazili
Mediterranean and Asian flavors awaken the sens
In house roasted spices for curries, mixtures a
marinades balanced with crisp, seasonal vegetab
and savory meats. Explore.
726 Higuera Street Open Daily from 11am
805-543-3986 www.novorestaurant.com
ROBIN'S RESTAURANT
Located in the historic east village of Cambria, in a charmingvintage home, Robins has been delighting locals & visitorswith a fresh eclectic quality menu of international foods andgracious service for 24 years. We also have a beautiful gardenfor small weddings & special events.
Open daily from 11am. Sunday Brunch specials &monthly Prix Fixe dinners. Mothers Day Brunch.
4095 Burton Dr. www.robinsrestaurant.com (805) 927-5007
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VINTNERS GRILL
Located in the Radisson Hotel, Santa Maria, theVintners Grill offers a magnificent Champagne
Sunday Brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.The brunch features a deluxe seafood station,
chef carved roasts, omelet bar, hot entres,decadent desserts and more!
3455 Skyway Drive Santa Maria
(805) 928-8000 Radisson.com/santamariaca
S A N T A M A R I A
Mon-Thu: 6am to 8pm Fri: 6am to 10pmSat: 7am to 10pm Sun: 8am to 4pm
Corner of 12th & Riverside in the Granary Building
(805) 237-2722 www.cafevio.biz
Downtown Pasos first and only internet cafe with free WiFi. We serve fine local wines, gourmet coffees,espresso, teas, smoothies, soups, sandwiches and pastries. Enjoy our new Western & Wine Art Gallery witha glass of wine and a small plate of delicacies, chill out in our cozy and comfortable living room atmos-phere, or relax outside in our patio under an umbrella.
Located on Higuera Street with its patio sitting luxuriously above
San Luis Creek, Novo restaurant is fusion cuisine with a local heart
that has captivated this Central Coast town.
The menu is a stunning blend of flavors from around the world
with a focus on Asian and South American fusions. Chef Justin
Gabbert has teamed with owner Robin Covey to create a Tapas selec-
tion along with a few large plate items that are a blend of local ingre-
dients with international flare. The menu at Novo does change with
the seasons, usually summer and winter and depending on the local
farmers market. Im probably the biggest buyer at the SLO Farmers
Market. We spend about $40,000 a year there, says Covey. The local
produce here is astounding.
The wine list at Novo, a Portuguese word meaning new, is la
and features a vast selection of local Central Coast wines.
Seating more than 160 people, if necessary, the large patio,
inside dining room and the basement dining room are all simple a
stylish with inviting warm colors and intimate settings. The build
itself is one of the original San Luis Obispo turn-of-the-century br
structures with a full-sized basement and hardwood floors.
Novo has been in San Luis Obispo for five years, but every dish
as fresh and new as its first serving. A knowledgeable wait staff t
pays attention to customer service, a focus on fresh local ingredien
local wines and Central Coast hospitality, have made Novo a tr
destination for dining.
Novo is open daily from 11 a.m. For more information, call (80
543-3986 or visit the website at www.novorestaurant.com.
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Set inland along Californias enchanting Central Coast, Robert L.
Hall has built a world-class winery which has become a landmark for
the Paso Robles community.
Owner and winegrower Robert L. Hall began developing his ideafor a premium producing vineyard and winery several decades ago
after visiting the Rhne region of France, where he was captivated with
the lifestyle of farming, crafting wine from the vine and the wine and
food pairing experience. After years of entrepreneur endeavors, Robert
ventured west with the goal of exploring Californias wine appellations
to learn more about the optimum growing conditions for the produc-
tion of premium wine grapes, specifically the
Rhone varieties he had enjoyed so much. In the
early-90s, Robert and Margaret discovered the
perfect terroir in the Paso Robles AVA. Featuring
soil rich in nutrients, coupled with warm days and
cool nights, Robert felt the viticultural conditionswere ideal to the development of the enological
characteristics he was seeking to produce. Home
Ranch was acquired in 1995. Soon after, the
Terrace and Bench vineyards joined the Hall
Ranch. Throughout the years Robert has practiced
the utmost care in the farming of the vineyards
believing in being a true steward of the land.
Robert Hall Winery and Vineyards honor old
world traditions combined with new world tech-
nology in practicing environmental sustainability
to conserve our earths natural resources.
The winery is an active participant in the Certified Sustainable
Program and has implemented conservation and resource manage-
ment practices winery-wide, including the recycling and treatment of
waste water for vineyard and landscape irrigation, use of a natural
pumice, diatomaceous earth and organic compost tea in the vineyard.
Cover crops, along with beneficial insects and permaculture gardens
are found on the ranch in addition to the preservation of the native
oak trees.
The winemaking team at Robert Hall Winery includes Winemaker
Don Brady, Assistant Winemaker Claudia Dunlap, Cellarmaster Juan
Contreras, and Steve Lane in the lab. The winemaking team believes
great wine begins in the vineyard, with Don out in the vineyards moni-toring the fruits progress. Don says his goal is to capture the essence
of the vineyard as well as enhance the quality of wine by getting the
best product possible out of each vine.
Don has crafted many notable wines for Robert Hall Winery
including the Viognier and Chardonnay which recently received 90-
scores in Wine & Spirits magazine.
The winery is known for its Cabernet Sauvignon, in addition to its
proprietary blends the lively Blanc de Robles white-Rhone blend
(Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, and Piquepol Blanc) the Rhone de
Robles (Grenache, Syrah, Cinsaut and Counoise) and a Meritage
featuring fruit exclusively from the Hall Ranchnew Chateauneuf-style blend, the Pape de Rob
(Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre with a twis
Petite Sirah) was released early this summer, w
a single varietal Petite Sirah and Cabernet Fr
available this fall in the tasting room.
The Robert Hall Winery tasting room ha
tremendous selection of over fifteen award-winn
wines available for tasting. Open daily, the Hos
tality Center is a destination for wine enthusiast
Guided Educational Tours are available
include a tour of the state-of-the-art winemak
facility and 19,000 square feet of underground wine caverns largest on the Central Coast. Enjoy a barrel tasting as you learn ab
the winemaking process from the vine to the glass. The winery
hosts special events throughout the year including food and w
seminars, outdoor concerts, weddings and private celebrations.
Today, Robert and Margaret have established very solid roots in
ever-growing wine community of Paso Robles. Robert Hall Winer
the result of an old-fashioned work ethic combined with traditio
winemaking techniques, state-of-the-art equipment and a team
dedicated professionals.
On September 20th the winery will feature an all-day celebrat
for Central Coast residents in recognition of California Wine Mo
with complimentary wine tasting, local food sampling and live mu
Autumn Events at Robert Hall Winery Saturday, September 20th Robert Hall Winery Celebrates California Wine Month
Friday, September 26th Sunset Wine Down Concert featuring Sleepy Guitar Johnson T
Friday, October 17th Harvest Winemaker Dinner
Saturday, October 18th Meritage Vertical Tasting
Sunday, October 19th Cavern Club Extravaganza
Friday, October 31st Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun Mystery Theater
Wednesday, December 31st New Years Eve Celebration
For more information on events at Robert Hall Winery, v
www.roberthallwinery.com or contact Robert Hall Winery Eve
805.239.1616 ext. 24 / [email protected].
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by Mark Storer
P
eachy Canyon has always been known
for its Zinfandel. Sitting close to the east
end of Highway 46 West, the Peachy
Canyon schoolhouse is just that actually, an
old schoolhouse built in 1886 that housed
the Bethel School.
After its service in the name of education,
it became a home and from there was trans-
formed into Peachy Canyons tasting room
home. Far from looking like a school now,
the tile and wood floors checked by soft
yellow pastel walls are home to one of the
busiest and most storied families in Paso
Robles winemaking. The Beckett family hasbeen at Peachy Canyons helm since its incep-
tion. Son Josh, however, took a different
course before he came back home to make
wine at his familys winery. Running off first to
San Diego to manage a surf shop, it wasnt
until after college and a desire to become a
teacher that Josh came back to Peachy
Canyon.
The tasting room is where patrons really
get to see what the Becketts are up to. Widely
known for their Zinfandel, Peachy Canyon
produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot,
Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah, Syrah and other
varietals and blends as well. For a time,
however, Josh felt that the winery was
producing wines that werent living up to
their name. We hit a growth spurt and the
wines got too clean and too boring so w
taken it back and gotten back to our roo
says Beckett. Part of that process was mak
sure he got input from everyone at the win
Beckett takes suggestions by everyone fr
the tasting room crew to the vineyard work
and together, they produce award winn
wines that occupy a singular place in the P
Robles AVA.
The schoolhouses grounds are quiet
beautiful rolling hills dotted by the maje
Oaks that give Paso Robles its name. Pic
grounds and a gazebo punctuate the ac
and acres of vineyards and patrons can sit
sip gold medal wines, enjoy a bite to eat a
stroll the ground escorted by Peaches Herbie, the new tasting room cats. Scho
house vineyard is directly to the east of
tasting room and the cool afternoon bree
that roll up the canyon create the per
winery atmosphere.
The Peachy Canyon tasting room
located at 1480 N. Bethel Road in Templet
Theyre open 7 days a week from 11 a.m
5 p.m. except major holidays.
Preferred Tasting Room:
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Carina Cellars is proud to represent Santa
Barbara artist Katie Desrochers in the tasting
room for the first show in their Fall Art Series.
A recent graduate from UC Santa Barbarawith degrees in both English and Philosophy,
Desrochers is a completely self-taught artist
and a self-proclaimed painter since child-
hood. Attributing much of the influences on
her current work to her studies at UCSB,
Desrochers enjoys focusing on painting
portraits of people and places. I try to recon-
cile the surreality of memory and hindsight
with the reality of faces and representation,
said Desrochers.
Upon returning from three months spent in
Europe, Desrochers had also amassed a wealth
of photographs and memories which have
inspired several pieces for this show. One
rather dark and ethereal piece depicts a night
spent in Prague, Czech Republic, while a series
of three portraits captures herself and her two
best friends at various stages of their journey.
There are seven main paintings that will be
on display, each depicting the three friends in
other cities such as London, Florence, Venice,
Paris, Mainz and Zurich.Carina Cellars Tasting Room is located at
2900 Grand Avenue in Los Olivos. For more
information, visit www.carinacellars.com or
call the tasting room at (805) 688-2459.
Carina Cellars Presents Three People, Seven Place
London by Katie Desrochers
Firestone Vineyard Paso Robles presents Chef Ryan Swarthout, with Amuse Catercreating gourmet masterpieces inspired by abstract landscapes of the three resident art
of Corkstop Studios. Each of these exquisite three courses will be paired with Firest
Vineyard wines.
The dinner taks place Saturday, October 18, at 6 p.m. Firestone Vineyard is locate
2300 Airport Road in Paso Robles. 805-591-8050
Tickets are $95 general and $85 cellar club members. Limited tickets are available, res
vations are required.
Celebrate Harvest with a Unique Three-Dimensiona
Dinner at Firestone Vineyard, October 18
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ARROYO ROBLES
Wine Attic
ORCHIDHILL
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Carson & Barnes Circus, the only one big-tent circus still touring,
is coming to Paso Robles September 20th and 21st with two shows
each day Saturday, September 20th at 2 and 7 p.m. and Sunday,
September 21st at 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. at 2700 Buena Vista Drive (just
off Highway 46E) in Paso Robles on Cuesta Colleges North County
Campus. Tickets are available at the gate at a special two for one price:
two adults for $16, two children under 12 for $8, children two and
under are free. For more information, call the Paso Robles Main Street
office at (805) 238-4103.
The four-generation Miller-Byrd family has successfully owned and
operated Carson & Barnes for more than 71 years.
The general public is invited (free) at 8 a.m. on Saturday,
September 20th to watch the big top pulled up by the elephants.
Some 25 species of exotic and domestic animals, featuring a large trav-
eling zoo, are unloaded, fed and watered as soon as their huge trans-ports pull onto the grounds. The crew and trained elephants push,
pull and lift the almost 300-foot Big Top 40 feet into the air.
New for 2008, are the many children of performing families who
are featured in the show. Watch these youngsters as they perform on
the flying trapeze and astound you with acrobatic feats, horseba
trick riding and championship hula-hoops.
Other show highlights include:
Grand Spectacular Parade, which this year features a Salute To
Our Troops displaying beautiful handmade patriotic costumes a
animal blankets.
The Incredible Flying Fernandez Family featuring the triple som
sault.
Death-defying, high-wire performers from South America
The giant Wheels of Destiny with astounding feats of balance an
agility, blindfolded!
The biggest and most stunning aerial ballet from high atop the
circus tent.
A daring motorcycle ride up the wire while an acrobat performssuspended below.
Millers Majestic Prancing Ponies - always a hit with children of a
ages.
The worlds best elephant acts performing under a big top!
The Circus is Coming to Town, September 20 & 2
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Arroyo RoblesOpen Daily 11-7739 12th St, Paso Robles877-759-WINE | www.arroyorobles.com
Family owned and operated, it is our goal to enhance your wine tastingexperience and show you the true beauty of Paso Robles wines. Tastingbar features gifts, wine accessories and picnic supplies.
Fine premium estate wines are paired with cheese to complement ytasting experience on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and by appointmentalso feature art work by world-renowned artist Jean-Pierre de Rothsc
Orchid HillDaily 11:30-6 or by appointment
1140 Pine Street, Paso Robleswww.orchidhillwine.com | 805-237-7525
Pianetta Winery829 13th Street, Paso RoblesSunday, Monday, Thursday: 12-6Friday & Saturday: 11am-7pm805-226-4005 | www.pianettawinery.com
Pianetta Winery creates limited releases of premium red varietals blends using our own Estate Vineyards in Indian Valley. From growinwinemaking our techniques focus on balance and intense flavor. Joiat the Historic Grangers Union Building.
Edward Sellers1220 Park Street, Paso RoblesOpen Thursday-Monday 11-6805-239-8915 | www.edwardsellers.com
Edward Sellers Vineyards and Wines specializes in small lots of hand-made American Rhne-Style wines from some of the finest vineyardsin Paso Robles. Come in a taste our award winning Viognier, Syrah,Grenache and Syrah/Grenache blends. Look for our tasting room inthe Historic Clock Tower Building in the heart of Paso Robles.
VihuelaSunday & Monday 11-4Thursday through Saturday 11-81307 Park St Alley, (behind Keller Williams))805-226-2010 | www.vihuelawinery.com
Vihuela (vee-way-la) is a boutique winery with a passion for old-world Spa
guitar and a taste for new world, artisan wine. Each wine is crafted to exp
an elegant balance of art and science that wed love to share with you!
DAnbino Vineyards & Cellars710 Pine Street, Paso Robles(in the historic train depot)
Open Thursday-Monday 11-7805-227-6800 l www.danbino.com
Owned & operated by a family of professional musicians,youll always be entertained in our modern & lively tastingroom. See our gold records, Emmy statuettes, unique piano
bar and taste our award-winning wines.
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Ortman Family Vineyards1317 Park Street, Paso RoblesDaily 12-6pm, Friday & Saturday until 7pm805.237.9009 | www.OrtmanVineyards.com
Downtown Paso Robles is home to
more than 12 premium tasting
rooms, all within walking
distance of one another.
Each of these boutique
wineries offers a unique
experience with individua l
flavor. Together they
make for an unforgettable
Wine Country destination.
Bear Cave Cellars
1227 Park Street, Suite B, Paso Robles805-238-4329www.bearcavecellars.com
Hand-crafted Paso Robles red wines.Come on by when you see the Bear Flag fly
or give us a call and we will open.
Come experience the acclaimed "Ortman style" and taste wha
two generations have perfected at the Ortman familys newtasting room in downtown Paso Robles. Varietals includeChardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Sangiovese.
WHAT
13 Tasting Rooms in Walking Distance
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The Arroyo Grande Village
Summer Concert Series will
conclude its 2008 Season with
two great regional jazz groups on
Sunday afternoon, September
21st. The entertainment for this
1 p.m. show has been arranged
by the San Luis Obispo County
Jazz Federation and will feature
The Pat Cormick Group and SLO
Mambo. This free Series is
presented by the Arroyo Grande
Village Improvement Associationand the Arroyo Grande Parks,
Recreation & Facilities Depart-
ment. Rabobank joins these
organizations as the Featured
Series Sponsor.
The Pat Cormick Group will
open the show. Since its forma-
tion about six years ago, The Pat
Cormick Group has performed at
numerous venues in San Luis
Obispo and Northern Santa
Barbara counties and has found aniche among the many wineries
of those areas. The groups goal is
to maintain, support and perpet-
uate good jazz via tunes, players
and performers that keep an
audience connected to the music
of the Great Standards and
Ballads.
Closing the show will be the
popular SLO Mambo, a seven-
piece Latin Jazz ensemble
consisting of three horns, piano,
bass and two percussionists.
They feature music performed by
such legends as Tito Puente and
Pancho Sanchez as well as other
prominent Latin jazz and salsa
groups. The Band has a focus on
Latin Jazz and salsa with an
emphasis on the Afro-Cuban
rhythms. The musicians in SLO
Mambo seek out the classic as
well as the newer cutting edge
Latin jazz being performed byNew York, Los Angeles and Bay
area groups.
This concert is free to the
public and starts at 1 p.m. Doc
Burnsteins Ice Cream Lab will be
providing ice cream at this show
and will donate a portion of their
proceeds to the featured
nonprofit organizations. T
South County Historical Soc
will be selling hot dogs, popco
lemonade and colas at all even
Attendees can make a day o
and visit the Village sho
antique stores and restaurants
crossing the historic Swing
Bridge into the Village.
Music fans are also enco
aged to visit the neighbor
Museums in Heritage Squ
Patrons are encouraged to brpicnic baskets, lawn chairs
blankets to the shows.
For more information on
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schedule and the many o
activities in the Village go
www.ArroyoGrandeVillage.org
call (805) 473-2250.
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by Michael Cervin
For most people, baseball is nothing like wine. But for T
Hinkle, the two are interrelated. Tom was a former Ma
League Baseball scout, visiting high school, college and sem
pro games, searching for the best young talent out there. But I ne
really had time to taste wine, Tom said. He was busy scouti
though occasionally hed stop by wineries in Napa just to lo
around. He planted vineyards on his property in Paso Robles in 19
and began the wine game while still scouting across the U.S.
Having since retired from 28 years of scouting, Tom and his w
Carol now spend their time farming, making and selling wine a
running the tasting room.The tasting room is a red barn with a trellised patio covered w
grapes that provide shade. The views from this covered porch
vintage Paso Robles; gentle rolling hills, punctuated with mat
oak trees, brown grass and glimpses of nearby vineyards. T
sprayed the interior walls with a protective coating to help kee
cool inside and set up a functional, if modest, tasting area. T
wood bar is all hand made, worn and full of character.
In addition to the wines, Tom produces olive oil from trees
his 63-acre property. He just likes the challenge of something n
Rio Seco is a hands-on winery with Tom and Carol doing just ab
everything themselves. That includes Tom learning the art of wi
making. Do I have formal training? No, Tom grins. Hours on
crush pad? Yes! Toms a believer that you learn by doing, som
thing he picked up at college at Cal Poly Pomona. Making w
isnt rocket science, Tom says. Plus theres the advantage of hav
a supportive winemaking community near him. And perhaps
toughest part of making wine? You ruin a lot of clothes, he say
The wines run the gamut from a light Roussanne to a hefty wh
blend called VIO RIO, a blend of Orange Muscat and Viogn
which the Hinkles affectionately call mamas moonshine beca
of its 16.6 percent alcohol. Rio Seco is especially known for
Cabernet Franc as well as Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and th
award-winning Zinfandels. Their reds are all mild tannin winmeant to be consumed soon. Four times a year they offer a Te
Hold em tournament where the grand prize is a free one-year w
club membership.
The tasting fee is $5 and is applied towards any wine purcha
No wines are off limits, so if its open, the Hinkles will pour it.
Seco Vineyard is located at 4295 Union Road in Paso Robles a
they are open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Stop on by and see
dogs, Blaze and Rio, and Curious George, the cat. Youre sure to
a home run if you do. For more information, visit the website
www.riosecowine.com or call (805) 237-8884.
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Tolosa Winery has commissioned six
local artists to participate in their inau-
gural fund raiser event, Barrels R Art. Our
mission is to provide a platform for localartists to apply their talent and showcase
their creative synergies to another great art
form: the creation of wine, said Bob
Schiebelhut principal at Tolosa. Each artist
was given a 60 gallon barrel to transform
into their unique work of art. Each barrel
will be a one of a kind original.
The barrels will be on display in the
Tolosa Tasting Room through November.
There will be a gala dinner auction held at
the win ery o n November 7th , with
legendary auctioneer Gil Stork as Masterof Ceremonies. Guests will have a chance
to mingle with the artists and bid on the
individual art barrels. The elegant evening
will be catered by the incomparable
Maegen Loring and paired with Tolosasfine wines.
TEACh* Foundation (The Endowment
for the