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WINE COUNTRY NEWSWine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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PASO ROBLES WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SAN LUIS OBISPO WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SANTA MARIA VALLEY WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SOLVANG, LOS OLIVOS, SANTA YNEZ WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . 3

SANTA BARBARA WINERIES MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK

PASO ROBLES

ONGOING

Estrella Warbird Museum

Fascinating collection of military aircrafts

10am-4pm, 805-227-0440, Paso Robles

www.ewarbirds.org

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar

Local winemaker featured each week.

5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles

www.vinotecawinebar.com.

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

Art Exhibits at Castoro Cellars

10am-5pm, 888-DAM-FINE, Templeton

www.castorocellars.com

Feb: Paul McClosky

Mar: Maeve Croghan

ONGOING

Painting Exhibits at Villicana Winery

Enjoy fine art work along with fine wines


ONGOING

Wine Tasting at Vinoteca Wine Bar

Taste selected wines from selected wineries

5:30-8pm, 805-227-7154, Paso Robles

www.vinotecawinebar.com

## FEBRUARY 29

Donati Family Vineyard Exclusive

Winemaker's Dinner in the Cellar

Paesano only, (wine club member) winemaker's

dinner in the cellar. Six amazing courses

prepared by Chef Andre Averseng each paired

with the award-winning wines of Donati Family

Vineyard. [email protected]

805-238-0676, $90, Paso Robles

www.donatifamilyvineyard.com

## MARCH 1

1 Year Anniversary Celebration at

Donati Family Vineyard

Celebrate the anniversary & enjoy an afternoon

of current & newly released wines, sample

exquisite food and wine pairings, taste wines

straight from the barrel, learn about how theyblend wines, tour the upgraded winery facility,

& take advantage of special offers on Donati

Family Vineyard wines and more!

$10 Paesano club members, $15 non club members

RSVP, 805-238-0676, Paso Robles

www.donatifamilyvineyard.com

MARCH 7

Wine Tasting and Complimentary Olive Bar

at Meridian Vineyards

Featuring Rosemarie Fusano, owner of Fusano

Olives. Taste local, gourmet stuffed and mari-

nated olives & more paired with Meridians

Limited Release Wines. 12-5 pm, Paso Robles

www.meridianvineyards.com, 805-226-7133

MARCH 8-16

Equestrian Spring Round Up

Over 450 horses compete for top prizes

8am, 805-239-0655, Paso Robles

## MARCH 14

Zin Fest Dinner at Cass Vineyards

A culinary tour of Rhone Valley wines

6pm, $85, 805-239-1730, Paso Robles

www.casswines.com

## MARCH 14Zin, Shuffle & Roll - Winemaker Dinner &

Casino Night at Castoro Cellars

Enjoy a five-star buffet paired with Castoro

Cellars award-winning wines. Roll the dice and

hold your cards at a casino tournament

complete with Zinful prizes! Ticket price

includes gaming chips to play with. Exclusive

library wine tasting for dinner guests. Seating is

limited, call for reservations. $75, 888-DAM-FINE

Paso Robles, www.castorocellars.com

## MARCH 14

PR Zinfandel Festival at J. Lohr

Celebrate the new 2006 & 2005 releases


www.jlohr.com

## MARCH 14-1516th Annual Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival

Weekend & Zin Cook-off at Castoro Cellars

Great Zin, savory crepes, live music,

a Zin Cook-Off and much more.


## MARCH 14-16

Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival 2008

Saturdays event features a Wine Country

auction where large format bottles, lifestyle

packages, rare wines, art, wine packages and

more are sold to the highest bidder for a good

cause. Following the auction is the Grand

Tasting where more than 40 producers from

Paso Robles showcase their Zinfandel wines.

This event weekend includes exciting individual

events at the area wineries too!

805-238-0725, www.pasowine.com/events

## MARCH 14-16

Midlife Crisis Winery Celebrates ZinFest

New releases, barrel tasting & fine wine pairings

Tasting will be complimentary all weekend long

10:30am-6pm, 805-237-8730, Paso Robles

www.midlifecrisiswinery.com

## MARCH 14-16

Zinfandel Weekend at Peachy Canyon Winery

Sat: Cajun Brunch Great food & music

Fri-Sun: Library Tastings 20th Anniversary

Celebration with library tastings & more!


www.peachycanyon.com

MARCH 14-16

Zinfandel Festival Steak and

Cigar Night at Martin Weyrich

Featuring fine wines and cigars

6:30pm, $95, Paso Robles, 805-238-2520

www.martinweyrich.com

## MARCH 15

Zinfandel Summit

Taste a wide range of Zinfandels from all 16

Far Out Wineries in one great location

$55, 805-237-0138, Calcareous Vineyards

## MARCH 15

J. Lohr PR Zinfandel Festival Dinner

Chef Chazalon will prepare an incredible

five-course dinner, 6:30pm, $110, Paso Robles

805-239-8900, www.jlohr.com

## MARCH 22-23

Midlife Crisis Winery Easter Egg Hunt

Midlife Crisis Winery will be celebrating Easterwith a fun & exciting Easter Egg hunt at itsdowntown Paso Robles tasting room.10am-6pm, 805-237-8730, Paso Robles

## MARCH 29

Castoro Cellars Indoor Concert

Pierre Bensusan

7:30pm, $20, Paso Robles, 888-DAM-FINE


MAY 23-27

Paso Robles Kruse Week 2008

The five-day automotive-themed kruse week willkick off on Friday with a car auction to be held atRiver Oak Hot Springs Spa. The auction launchesa lively five days of entertainment and activities,805-237-4134, Downtown, Paso Robles

CAYUCOS AND MORRO BAY

ONGOING FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH

Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves

Art, crafts, childrens activities, music & moreon beautiful bluffs overlooking the ocean10am-4pm, 805-704-8128, Pismo Beachwww.pismochamber.com

ONGOING

Central Coast Outdoor Day HikesSat/Sun, 888-873-5610, Morro Baywww.centralcoastoutdoors.com

ONGOING

Art Demonstrations by Fine Artists

Non-profit art gallery exhibit of local artists7pm, 805-772-2504, Morro Baywww.morrobayartassociation.org

ONGOING

Adventures with Nature

Docent guided walksMorro Bay State Park Museumof Natural History, 805-772-2694, www.ccnha.orgVarious hikes at various times including; Fast Hiketo Coon Creek, Whites Point Vistas, Black HillTrail, Sand Spit Walk and Ocean Lagoon.

ONGOING SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTHMorro Bay Embarcadero Art Walk

Art galleries open house receptions5-8pm, 805-772-1068, Morro Bay

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Fishermen & Farmers Market in Morro Bay

Fresh seasonal fruit, crafts & musicians3-6pm, 800-231-0592, Morro Bay

SAN LUIS OBISPO

ONGOING

Christopher Cohan Center

Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo805-756-2787, www.pacslo.org Feb 21: Michael Feinstein Feb 22: An Evening of American Song Feb 23: Just Jazz Feb 24: Save the Music in our Schools Feb 28: Alton Feb 29: SLO Wine Orchestra Mar 1: Cal Poly Choirs Winter Concert Mar 2: SLO Wind Concert Mar 5: Barrage Mar 15: Winery Concert: Pomp & Pipes

## ONGOING THROUGH MARCH 3

"Interiors and Exteriors"

Presented by Salisbury Fine Art new work byRichard Lopez draws you into his world withthese brilliant acrylic on canvas images. Alsofeaturing the work of John Ng, Anita Hampton,Bonita Budgsy and Mike Wilson. 11am-6pm805-471-3110, Old Santa Fe SchoolhouseSan Luis Obispo, www.salisburyvineyards.com

ONGOING

The San Luis Obispo Art Center

Permanent collection and constantly rotat

exhibits of works by local artists in all med

paintings, sculpture, photography and more

11am-5pm, 805-543-8562, San Luis Obispo

Ongoing through March: Caution: Art Zone

www.sloartcenter.org

ONGOING SECOND SUNDAY

Dallidet Adobe & GardensOldest house in the city of San Luis Obispo

Site of first commercial winery in the area.


www.slochs.org/dallidet

## ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Meet the Winemaker at Taste Wine Bar

Meet & talk to a local winemaker with

complimentary cheese & truffles, $5, 6-8pm

San Luis Obispo, 805-269-8278

www.taste-slo.com

Feb 27: Piedra Creek

ONGOING

Automobilia Museum

Specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes along w

many other antiques relating to transporta

10am-5pm, 805-544-1900, San Luis OpispoONGOING 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

San Luis Obispo Art Center Show

Constantly rotating exhibits in all media


www.sloartcenter.org

## 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

ONGOING SUNDAYS

Art on the Beach at Avila Beach

Artists paint & present their work

10am, 805-238-4103, Avila Beach Pier

ONGOING MONDAYS

Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro

Featuring regional & varietal tastings

5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Orcutt

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 Golden Girls

with a delicious dinner, wine and laughter

5pm, 805-489-3875, Spyglass Restaurant

Shell Beach, www.murderinmind.com

FEBRUARY 23

20th Annual Symphony Ball & Auction

Celebrating 20 years of fine dining, dancin

exciting bidding.

6pm, $120, 805-543-3533, San Luis Obispo

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MARCH 5, 12, 19

Cooking Classes at Edna Valley Vineyard

Sampling and complimentary wine tasting too.$40, 805-544-5855, 6-9pm, Edna Valley Vineyardwww.ednavalleyvineyard.com

MARCH 7-16

Annual San Luis Obispo International

Film Festival

The San Luis Obispo International Film Festivalattracts local, national and international work

805-546-3456, $8-$25, San Luis Obispowww.slofilmfest.org

MARCH 15-16

Antique Treasure Appraisal and Show

Have your antiques appraised & purchase some too$4, 10am-4pm, 805-541-5144, San Luis Obispo

ARROYO GRANDE

ONGOING

Visit Historic Buildings in Arroyo Grande

Sat 12-3pm, Sun 1-4pm, 805-473-5077Arroyo Grande

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Arroyo Grande Farmers Market

Farm fresh produce, music, arts & crafts12-2:30pm, 805-473-2250, Arroyo Grandewww.arroyograndevillage.org

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Learn How to Make Ice Cream

Enjoy a 30 minute skit about ice creamwhere you help create new flavors.7pm, Arroyo Grande, 805-474-4068www.docburnsteins.com

ONGOING

Clarke Center for Performing Arts

805-489-9444, Arroyo Grandewww.clarkcenter.org Feb 25: Peter Pan Feb 29: Jupiter String Quartet Mar 9: Duke Ellington Orchestra Mar 15: Craimore

SANTA MARIA/FOXEN CANYON

ONGOING

Santa Maria Valley Railroad805-922-7941, Santa Maria, www.smvrr.comElegant excursions featuring five star gourmet meals

ONGOING MONDAYS

Wine Tasting at Wine Cottage Bistro

Featuring regional & varietal tastings5-6pm, $20, 805-934-4546, Santa Maria

FEBRUARY 23-24

Tribute to American Music

A lively collection of American music from awide variety of genres. 8pm, $10-$35805-541-6797, Arroyo Grande

LOS OLIVOS

ONGOING FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

Wildling Art Museum - Free Friday Flicks

Free movie & snacks with discussion afterwards

7pm, 805-688-1082, Los Olivoswww.wildlingmuseum.org

ONGOING

Understanding Your Palate at Los Olivos Caf

Wine tasting & hors doeuvres5pm, $15, 805-688-7265, Los Olivoswww.losolivoscafe.com Mar 18: Tuscan Tasting Journey

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

An Evening with the Winemaker at Los Olivos Caf

Wine tasting & hors doeuvres. 5pm, $15805-688-7265, www.losolivoscafe.com Feb 20: Rusack Winery Mar 5: Montia Wines Mar 19: La Vie Wines

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Global Gardens Organic Food Tasting

Enjoy delicious organic tastings10am-2pm, $3, Los Olivos, 805-693-1600www.globalgardensgifts.com

ONGOING THURSDAYS

Fess Parkers Wine Country Sing Along

Sing along with Fess & Marcy, 8:30-10:30pm805-688-7788, Los Olivos, www.syvva.com

ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 29

"For the Love of Art"

Annual All Member Show, www.losolivosca.comGallery Los Olivos, www.gallerylosolivos.com

10am-5pm, 805- 688-7517

## MARCH 14

Winemaker Dinner with Carina Cellars at

Quantum Kitchen & Cocktails

An intimate dining experience with a

progressive, family-style twist. Limited to 36 people.$100, 805-688-2459, www.carinacellars.comwww.mondialsantabarbara.com, Santa Barbara

SANTA YNEZ

ONGOING MONDAYS

Maverick Saloon Blind Draw Darts

Santa Barbara Darts AssociationEnjoy 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 early20th century ranch days

12-4pm, 805-688-7889, Santa Ynezwww.santaynezvalleymuseum.org

## SECOND THURSDAY

Wine Impressions at Artiste

Join fellow wine lovers for a clind tasting,

sensory evaluation, & discussion by region7-9pm, 805-686-2626, Santa Ynez

www.artiste.com

ONGOING

Chumash Casino Concerts

800-585-3737, Santa Ynezwww.chumashcasino.com Feb 28: Grand Funk Railroad Mar 7: Chris Rock Mar 13: Don Rickles

ONGOING

Cachuma Lake Nature Walk

Naturalists lead walk on the Oak Canyon Trail

10-11:30am, $6, 805-688-4515, Santa Ynez Parkwww.cachuma.com

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS

Jazz on the Deck at Vineyard House

Live music and fine food

6:30pm, $2, 805-688-2886, Santa Ynezwww.thevineyardhouse.com

## ONGOING

Art Exhibit at Artiste WineryFeaturing artwork by Craig Nelson11am-5pm, 805-686-2626, www.artiste.com

## MARCH 28

"La Buena Vida" Artiste Art & Wine Dinner

at the Ballard Inn

Celebrate "the good Life " at this decadentwine dinner featuring the culinary artistry of

chef Budi Kazali, Santa Ynez, www.artiste.comLimited to 40 guests, RSVP at 805-686-2626

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 vistas10am3pm, 805-686-4002, Solvang

ONGOING

Solvang Farmers Market

Fresh produce, flowers and foods, 3-7pmSolvang , 805-962-5354, www.solvangca.com

ONGOING FRIDAYSWine Tasting on the Patio

Live guitar music along with fine wines5:30-7pm, 800-624-5572, Solvangwww.royalscandinavianinn.com

ONGOING WEEKENDS

Cachuma Lake Wildlife Cruise

Guided 2 hour cruise with wildlife and geology$15, 805-686-505, Cachuma Lakewww.cachuma.com

ONGOING

Elverhoj Museum of History & Art

805-686-1211, Solvang, www.elverhoj.orgOngoing through April 6:Artists Books Made Here at ElverhojAll aspects of the objects of books805-686-1211, Solvang , www.elverhoj.org

SANTA BARBARA

ONGOING

Arlington Theatre

805-963-4408, Santa Barbara Feb 27: Ladysmith Black Mambazo Feb 28 Czech Philharmonic

ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 24

Therese Raquin

Emile Zola's classic drama, $27.50-$40Alhecama Theatre, 805-965-5400, Santa Barbara

ONGOING SUNDAYS

Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show

Featuring all types of art, crafts & jewelry10am6pm, 805-897-1982, East Beach Pierwww.sbaacs.com

ONGOING

Backstage Tours at Lobero Theater

Guided tours upon request, Santa Barbara805-996-4946, www.loberotheater.com

ONGOING

University at Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures

805-893-3535, www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu

ONGOING

Trout Fishing/Wildlife Walks at Cachuma LakeEnjoy fishing (with trout brought in) & excellentwildlife viewing from bald eagles to mule deer.805-686-5055, Santa Barbara, www.sbparks.org

ONGOING

Touristorica Historic Downtown Walking Tour

Guided stroll - experience Santa Barbaras past10am-12pm, 805-965-6307, Santa Barbara

ONGOING

Ty Warner Sea Center

Explore creatures of the sea805-962-2526, Stearns Wharf, Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara Museum of Natural Historywww.sbnature.org/seacenter

ONGOING

Lectures & Readings at the

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

805-962-8404, Santa Barbara, www.sbmm.org

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Cachuma Lake Nature Walk

1 mile walk for all ages on the Oak Canyon Trail10-11:30am, 805-688-4515, Santa BarbaraCachuma Lake Nature Centerwww.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 at Art from Sc

Fun workshops where kids reuse all sorts o

materials to make fun works of art!

Tues-Sat 10am-2pm, $6, 805-884-0459

www.artfromscrap.org

ONGOING FIRST THURSDAYS

First Thursday

Art, cultural events and 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 Feb 29: Chinese Silks of th

Qing Dynesty

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Wine & Cheese Pairings at East Beach WEnjoy delicious pairings & new selections each w

4-7pm, $10, 805-899-1535, Santa Barbara

www.eastbeachwines.com

ONGOING

Lobero Theatre

805-966-4946, Santa Barbara

www.loberotheatre.com

Feb 22: Billy Vera & the Beaters

ONGOING

Planetarium Shows at

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural Histor

805-682-4711, www.sbnature.com

Exploring the Spring Sky

Cosmic Safari

Secrets of the Cardboard Rocket

ONGOING FRIDAYSWine Tasting with the Winemakers

4-7pm, 805-691-1020, East Beach Wines

Santa Barbara, www.eastbeachwine.com

FEBRUARY 29 MARCH 2

Santa Barbara International Orchid Show

Over 70 exhibitors display hundreds of orch

species with demonstrations, sales & conte

805-687-0766, www.sborchidshow.com

MARCH 7-8

World of Pinot Noir 2008

Two days of in-depth tasting seminars, gran

tastings a featured tasting with a guest

Burgundian producer and two Gala Pinot No

Dinners featuring prominent guest chefs.

Located at various wineries, 805-489-1758

Sells out fast-call early. www.worldofpinotnoirMARCH 14

American Riviera Wine Auction and Dinn

Viva Vino Party

Benefit for Direct Relief featuring fun tasti

with celebrity chefs, live music & silent auc

6pm, $100, 805-688-0881, Sells out fast-call ea

www.sbcountywines.com, Santa Barbara

MARCH 15

American Riviera Wine Auction and Dinn

Wine, Dine and all that Jazz

Benefit for Direct Relief featuring multi-cours

gourmet dinner & array of Santa Barbara wine

6pm, $300, 805-688-0881, Sells out fast-call ea

www.sbcountywines.com, Santa Barbara



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By Janis Switzer

Steve Arnold didnt plant his 32-acre

vineyard just outside Santa Margarita

13 years ago with the idea of becoming

a winemaker. He did it as a practical way tobring some additional income off his vast

cattle ranch for the needs of his growing

family. The fourth-generation cattle rancher

didnt even know much about grapes at the

time. It was good friend, Don Talley a

neighbor with vast vegetable and fruit farms,

and owner of Talley Vineyards who

suggested the idea.

Today, that simple suggestion has grown

into a family mission and passion. While the

vineyard that was subsequently planted has

been supplying wine giant Mondavi withgrapes over the last dozen years, the fifth

generation of the Arnold family has taken

winemaking to a much smaller and personal

level.

After laboriously planting and pruning the

vineyard throughout their high school years,

son Joey Arnold and his sister Michelle

suggested in 2002 that the family start making

some of their own wine from the vineyards

fruit. Before their father and mother

approved, Michelle says, They wanted proof

we could do it.

So that year, Joey brought one ton of

grapes to a friends winery, and produced his

first two barrels of Zinfandel. Both Michelle

and Joey are fruit science grads from Cal Poly,and those first barrels apparently provided the

proof their parents were looking for. The next

year they produced the first 500 cases of Pozo

Valley wines, including the three varieties they

grow in the vineyard; Cabernet Sauvignon,

Merlot and Zinfandel.

As winemaker, Joey, now 29, says he has

developed his skills, by doing. Starting with

that first 2003 vintage, he has been making

his wines at the Paso Robles Wine Services

facility, where he has had a pool of several

other winemakers to learn from. The nicething about being in there, he explains, was

if I ran into a problem, there was always

someone around who knew how to fix it.

He credits fellow winemakers Paul Ayres,

Tom Banish, and Dan Kleck for honing his

skills.

Today, Pozo Valley is making about 800

cases each year, and is adding new varietals to

the mix, including some new blends, and

their first white, a Viognier. The tasting room

currently offers six different wines to taste

complimentary.

When Michelle isnt doing her day job

secretary for an excavating company, she d

all the paperwork and compliance w

required for selling the wines, and also dmost of the sales and promotional work.

also rotates with her aunt and her mot

Debbie in manning the tasting room.

Arnold family member is always pres

pouring behind the bar.

Pozo Valley itself is located 18 miles sou

east of Santa Margarita. The word po

means water well, and refers to the v

underground aquifer that runs through

valley. The area isnt part of any formal app

lation, sitting just south of the Paso Rob

AVA, so its distinct in both geography climate to the rest of the region. The va

maintains a coastal influence, evidenced

the fog that can often be seen creep

through the mountain passes. The extre

fluctuation in daily temperature during

growing season has proven to be an id

climate for growing intensely flavored fr

resulting in some delicious wines.

Their new tasting room opened last yea

the tiny town of Santa Margarita. They sh

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Bonnies Kitchen with caterer

Bonnie Bardin, Michelles room-

mate in college. The quaint and

inviting tasting room is part deli,

part gift shop and part gourmet

foods store. The merchandise

changes with the season, and

theres always something new tobrowse through.

Aside from the tasting room, its

difficult to find Pozo Valley wine.

While it is available at The Range

restaurant in Santa Margarita, at

the Madonna Inn in San Luis

Obispo, and the Hotel Cheval in

Paso Robles, along with several

scattered restaurants in Fresno,

Los Angeles and Sacramento, the

Arnolds have been cautious about

extending into retail. We stillhavent quite figured out the route

we want to go, Joey explains.

Because our production is still

fairly small, we dont want to get

too extended.

The Arnolds are still finding

their way in a number of areas,

including production levels, distri-

bution strategy, and future varietal

direction. But it is their youthful,

unassuming attitude that makes

them a refreshing change from thesometimes-staid wine world. For

instance, Michelle was afraid to let

the family know she entered their

2003 Cabernet into the San Fran-

cisco Chronicle wine competition

uncertain what the outcome

might be. To her surprise, it

earned a silver medal. The family

hopes many other medals are

likely in their future.

The Pozo Valley tasting room is

located less than two miles east ofHighway 101, at 2200 El Camino

Real, Santa Margarita, at the

corner of Pinal Avenue, in the

center of town. Its open from

noon to 6 p.m., Friday through

Sunday, and by appointment.

Wine tasting is free of charge. Call

(805) 438-3375, or go to

www.pozovalley.com for more

information.


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Eleven years ago, Hans Nef broke ground on his first estate vine-

yard in Paso Robles, embarking on a dream to start his own

family winery in a region rich with potential.

Today, Nefs dream has come true, and the potential of Paso Robles

has rapidly become a dynamic reality, with more than 170 wineries

now calling the region home.

Among these wineries, Nefs own Vina Robles winery stands out for

its unique Swiss heritage, as well as its breathtaking new hospitalitycenter in the heart of Paso Robles Wine Country on Californias Central

Coast. The new hospitality center features a tasting room, gourmet

marketplace, art displays, picnic areas and more.

I want Vina Robles to express a unique balance of European

heritage and American opportunity, says Nef, who tapped fellow Swiss

native Matthias Gubler to lead his winemaking operations. As individ-

uals, we are rooted in the Old World. As winemakers, we are inspired

by the New World. Both worlds bring value to what we do, and we

endeavor to capture this distinction in our wines.

Under the guidance of Nef and Gubler, Vina Robles specializes in

varietals that excel amid the amenable growing conditions of Paso

Robles, specifically Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot,Syrah and Zinfandel. The winery also makes a trio of ultra-premium

red blends under the banner of the Vina Robles Cuvee Collection,

which showcases the art of blending in the pursuit of quality,

complexity and dimension.

The roots of Vina Robles date back to Nefs childhood in Switzer-

land, where he developed an appreciation for his rural surroundings

and the blessings of agriculture. Trained in civil engineering, Nef later

founded a successful firm specializing in major public projects in

Zurich. In the early 1990s, he expanded his interests into agricultural

land in the southern United States. At the same time, Nef also leveraged

his passion for collecting fine Bordeaux wines into a wine importa

business, furthering his appreciation for California wines.

As his interest in California wines intensified, Nef dreamed of es

lishing a family winery dedicated to the production of distinctive es

crafted wines. His search for the ideal location ended in Paso Rob

where he acquired prime viticulture land and planted his first viney

For me, Paso Robles has it all the quality of the wines, the nat

beauty, and a sense that the best is yet to come, Nef says. Im very f

of European traditions, but I ultimately wanted my winery to be a

of something young and exciting.

Nef soon enlisted Gubler as his winemaker, and their first w

were released beginning with the 1999 vintage. Ever since, Vina Ro

has employed its own estate fruit as the cornerstone of its winemak

program.

At the heart of the Vina Robles experience is Huerhuero Viney

which lies along the southeast border of Paso Robles, where the rol

oak-studded terrain reaches an elevation of 1,230 feet. Here, the mi

climate is moderated by cool marine air that flows through

Templeton Gap, a notch in the coastal mountains. Blessed with ex

tional growing conditions, Huerhuero Vineyard is the foundation owinerys estate program, yielding fruit of uncommon depth

elegance.

Huerhuero Vineyard is complemented by Jardine Vineyard, loc

a few miles to the north. Here, a warmer growing season is particu

suited for Petite Sirah, which has emerged as one of the winerys m

acclaimed varietals.

Selecting fruit from only the finest blocks at the winerys estate v

yards and other notable local vineyards, Gubler is able to maxim

wine quality and complexity from vintage to vintage. True to his E

pean heritage and training, Gubler guides each wine with a passion

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balance, capturing the estates exuberant Paso Robles fruit, craftingartful and food friendly wines.

Last summer, Vina Robles unveiled its new 14,000-square-foot

hospitality center, which occupies 30 acres with sweeping views of the

surrounding Wine Country along Highway 46 East. Combining classic

California mission-style design with modern European elegance, the

Vina Robles hospitality center welcomes visitors with a charming court-

yard and an airy, spacious interior.

It was very exciting to open our doors and see Vina Robles become

an integral part of the Paso Robles visitor experience, Nef says. Our

first goal as a winery was to establish our own vineyards and to secure

widespread distribution and recognition for our wines. Now the time

has come to achieve our second goal, which is to personally share ourwines with visitors from around the world.

Visitors to the tasting room can choose from three options to best fit

their interests. The Estate Tasting features the winerys main estate

wines at no charge. The Reserve Tasting features the winerys limited-

production wines for a fee of $5. These same wines can be enjoyed with

a selection of fine artisan cheeses for a fee of $10.

Vina Robles will host a variety of public events throughout 2008,

including a monthly concert series. The hospitality center is also a

versatile venue for private events of all sizes and styles, including

weddings, parties and business functions.

Nef says that hes particularly proud to be a part of a winemaking

community that still maintains its small-town roots while embracing itsidentity as a wine destination.

From wineries to restaurants and hotels, the evolution of Paso

Robles as a wine country has been remarkable over the past 10 years,

but its all still built around local flavor and friendliness, Nef says. I

think that Paso Robles is a place where everyone feels welcome to

explore the world of wine, which is very much a part of our own

mission at Vina Robles.

Vina Robles is located at 3700 Mill Road in Paso Robles and is

open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (805)

227-4812 or visit the website at www.VinaRobles.com.

Mark Your CalendarsThe Vina Robles Winery Summer Concert Series 2008

Friday, May 23rd Romanza: Violin and Guitar Duo; Manny Mesta Spanish Guitarist & Bette Byers of the Candle Light Strings

Friday, June 27th Usonia Jazz Bandfeaturing Paul Mehling of the Hot Club of San Francisco

Friday, July 25th D. Voss Jazz Trio/Quartet

Friday, August 22nd San Luis Jazz 6 piece

Friday, September 26th Sugar Daddy Swing Kings

Friday, October 24th Sean Wiggins

For reservations or more information,

call (805) 369-0140 or visit www.VinaRobles.com

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OAK SEARED

PRIME HARRIS

RANCH SIRLOIN

BROWN BUTTER

POTATO PUREE,

CARAMELIZED

ENDIVE and

BANYULS GLACE

For the Steaks: 4 prime Harris Ranch N.Y. strip sirloins, cut 2 thick 1 bunch fresh thyme 3 tbl. Dijon mustard French sea salt (fleur de sel) Fresh cracked black pepper

For the Potato Puree: 6 medium Yukon gold potatoes 1/2 lb. unsalted sweet butter, cubed 1/4 lb. unsalted sweet butter, room temperature 1/4 cup cream Sea salt White pepper

For the Caramelized Endive: 2 lrg. heads Belgium endive 2 tbl. olive oil 2 tbl. clover honey 2 oz. Sherry vinegar 1 cup chicken stock 2 sprigs rosemary 2 sprigs thyme 4 bay leafs

For Banyuls Glac: 1 chopped shallot 2 cloves garlic 4 oz. Banyuls vinegar 4 oz. Robert Hall Vintage Port 2 cups veal stock 1 tbl. unsalted butter

The pairing of Robert Hall Winery 2004 Meritage with oak seared

prime Harris Ranch sirloin is also a symbolic blending of the career

paths of two people, each recognized by their peers to be among the

best in their respective fields. After graduating the California School

of Culinary Arts, and completing a series of apprenticeships in San

Francisco and New York, including the Playboy Mansion West, heworked his way up to the prominent position of Chef de Cuisine at

the Mansion. In addition to his expertise in classic French, Italian and

contemporary cuisine, Chef Jeffrey Scott was awarded the Matrie

Fromager, recognizing him as one of the foremost authorities on

artisan and farmstead cheeses in California.

During the same years that Chef Scott was climbing the culinary

ladders, winemaker Don Brady was instrumental in putting the Texas

wine industry on the map. While working for the states largest

winery, he was awarded the Texas wine associations highest honor

the Louis F. Qualia Award for outstanding contributions and leader-

ship. Dons wines were served at White House functions for Presi-

dents Reagan and Bush, in addition to English royalty Queen Eliza-

beth and Prince Charles. In 2001, after moving to California, Don

earned worldwide acclaim as the recipient of the International Wine

and Spirits Wine of America Award. More recently, he was recog-

nized by the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance in partnership with

the Independent Grape Growers of Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo

Vintners Association as the Winemaker of the Year in 2006.

Combined, these two respected craftsmen in the food and wine

industries represent a wealth of knowledge in creating superb dishes

and fine wine. With sirloin seared over hot oak embers and a

Cabernet-based Bordeaux-style wine with classic aromas of cassis and

ripe plum, this gourmet recipe and world class wine taste like theywere destined to be together. Robert Hall Meritage is a deep, richly

colored wine that offers a great complement to the texture of the

sirloin, and the toasty oak presence in mid palate reflects the oak-

scented beef, explains Chef Scott. Winemaker Don Brady adds, My

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.

The Robert Hall Winery hospitality Center is located off of Hwy

46 East in the heart of Paso Robles Wine Country. For more informa-

tion, call (805) 239-1616 or go to the website at www.roberthall-

winery.com.

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METHODRemove steaks from packaging and season with sea salt and

pepper. Lay the thyme on a plate and place the steaksdirectly on top uncovered in the refrigerator for 12 to 24hours. Remove 1 hour before service and slather with Dijonmustard.

Peel the potatoes and quarter lengthwise. Place in a largesauce pan with cold water and salt over medium high heatuntil soft. Place a saut pan over medium high heat. Add thecubed butter and cook until brown bits start to form. Thebutter will foam slightly and you will notice a toasty aroma(about 5 minutes). Drain the cooked potatoes and pushthrough a ricer or food mill back into the sauce pan. Place

over low heat. Add cream and stir with a whisk to combine.Add the browned butter slowly while constantly whisking.Add the softened butter, remove from heat and season withsea salt and white pepper.

Cut the endive in half lengthwise. Place a saut pan overhigh heat, add olive oil, season the endive lightly with seasalt and sear cut side down for 1 minute. Deglaze with 1/2cup of the chicken stock, Sherry vinegar and honey. Let thisreduce to a glaze. Add the remaining chicken stock, rose-mary, thyme and bay leaves. Cook over low heat, covered forten minutes. Uncover, season and set aside.

Place shallot, garlic, Banyuls vinegar and Port in a smallsauce pan and reduce over high heat by half. Add veal stockand simmer until reduced by 3/4. Remove from heat. Addbutter, swirl until incorporated and pass trough a fine meshstrainer.

Sear the steaks over hot oak embers about 3 minutes perside. The beef will still be rare. Set on a sheet pan and placein a 375 oven to finish for about ten minutes for mediumrare. Rest in a warm place for 5 minutes.

PRESENTATIONPlace a spoon of the potato puree in the center of the plate.Slice the steak and fan across the potato puree. Arrange theendive cut side up next to the steak and drizzle the BanyulsGlac across the plate.

WINE PAIRINGRobert Hall Meritage is a deep, richly colored, left bankBordeaux style wine. The Cabernet element offers a greatcomplement to the texture of the sirloin and the toasty oakpresence mid palate reflects the oak scented beef.


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Wineologyby Len NapolitanoINTELLIGENCE FOR THE WINE CONSUMER

If you plan to pour from the same bottle the very next day, you can

simply re-seal it and leave it on your kitchen counter under one condi-

tion: the room temperature of your kitchen does not get above normal

room temperature (72 degrees) in the course of the next 24 hours. (If it

does, put the bottle in the refrigerator.) Find a cool spot for the bottleand feel confident the next night that the wine will taste as good as it

did the first night. And dont be surprised if on the second pouring the

wines flavors seem a bit more interesting than it did the first night.

Some wines will noticeably improve with just enough exposure to air,

like the amount it would see sitting inside a half-full bottle overnight. If

your wine happens to be one of them and theres no way to predict

which ones will improve significantly the second nights taste will be a

real treat.

But lets say you arent sure about when you will re-pour from this

bottle. Maybe the next night, but most likely it wont be for a few days.

Then you should refrigerate the bottle after re-closing it, whether it is

red or white. Refrigeration will slow the aging process down enough for

you to enjoy the bottle again in several days. It should stay as fresh as it

was the first night for 2-3 days. More than this and it will begin a

gradual decline through the process of oxidation. Remember, the

closure you use to re-seal the bottle is not perfect. Some microscopic

amounts of air will creep inside the bottle over time.

Now, for the wine-saving gadgets. There are several tools on the

market designed to keep unfinished wine fresh overnight. One pumps

the air from the bottle through a slit on the top of a custom rubber

closure. This product works just fine, and will extend the life of the

wine longer than simply re-sealing the bottle with the cork. So you can

add at least an extra day, maybe two, to the shelf life of the unfinishedbottle, again, assuming the room temperature does not exceed 72

degrees.

Another tool is an aluminum canister filled with a harmless and odor-

less gas. A tubular spout can be placed through the neck of the bottle as

you shoot a few bursts of gas into the bottle. The gas pushes out the

oxygen and replaces it, acting as a preservative. You then immediately

seal the bottle with a suitable closure before letting the gas escape. I have

found this process to work very well and use it regularly. As an added

safety margin, I will refrigerate the wine also. Bottles will remain fresh

for 4-5 days, sometimes more.

Len Napolitano lives in Central

Coast wine country and is certified

in wine by the Society of Wine

Educators, Wine & Spirits Educa-

tion Trust, and Chicago Wine

School and continually gains

knowledge from his frequent

contact with California wine-

makers. More information is on his

website, www.wineology.com . Send

your questions about wine to:

[email protected] or by

mail to Len Napolitano in care of

Wine Country This Week maga-

zine. Wineology is a registered

trademark of Len Napolitano.

What Is The Best Way To

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This year, Peachy Canyon Winery cele-

brates its 20th Anniversary as a

premium wine producer in the Paso

Robles Wine Country. When owners Doug

and Nancy Beckett moved their family toPaso Robles in 1982, they never envisioned

the life they would lead today. Both sons,

Josh and Jake have returned to Paso Robles

and Peachy Canyon to work for the family

business and are the driving force behind

the brands success over the years.

Production is set for 90,000 cases in 2008,

their largest yet. You can find a number of

Peachy wines in 48 states and select interna-

tional destinations. Although Incredible Red

and Westside Zinfandel are the two wines that

are most recognized by consumers, there aresix limited-production Zinfandels and other

Rhne and Bordeaux varietals that are only

available in the tasting room and to wine club

members. All of their wines possess unique

characteristics that truly display the beauty of

their Paso Robles terroir.

The Old School House Tasting Room is

located on the corner of Bethel Road and

Highway 46 West. The quaint landmark

attraction dates back to 1886, when the

building was the local one room schoolhouse.

Today, you can sample a number of Peachy

Canyons award- winning wines daily and

peruse the gourmet foods and gifts in the gift

shop. The Old School House is surrounded

by a large grass area and gazebo that is

wonderful for a casual picnic or to simply

relax and enjoy a glass of wine amongst the

vineyards. The venue can be rented out forprivate events and is a popular locale for

outdoor weddings in the heart of Paso Robles

Wine Country.

Peachy Canyon will be hosting a Cajun

Brunch this coming Zinfandel Festival at their

Bethel Road Tasting Room in celebration of

their 20th Anniversary. The day kicks off at

11 a.m. and is sure to be an entertaining day

filled with endless wine and good times. Bon

Temps Creole Caf is in charge of the menu

and The Arcadiana Band from Southern C

fornia will be filling the air with fun Zyd

music. Backyard games and prizes will

ongoing throughout the day and for th

that wake up in a fog from the night befothey will have special beverages to aid in y

recovery. Reservations are required by call

(805) 237-1577.

If you are unable to make it to

Saturday brunch, stop by anyti

throughout the weekend and sample a pi

of Peachy Canyon history. They are dust

off old vintages and will be pouring vertic

of vineyard designate Zinfandels that

Peachy Canyon on the map. The tasting ro

is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Doug and Nancy also just refurbishe

beautiful old country cottage that sits ami

their Mustard Creek Estate vineyard. T

cottage is available for rent and can sleep up

six guests, loft style, and is complete with

full kitchen. The accommodations are per

for a wedding party, girls weekend or jus

nice place to enjoy the beauty and peace

ness of the Paso Robles Wine Country.

For more information regarding Zinfan

Festival weekend contact 1-866-335-1918

visit www.peachycanyon.com.

PEACHY CANYONWINERYCelebrates Its 20th Anniversary

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Owner, Doug Beckett, (right)

with sons, Jake and Josh

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The San Luis Obispo International Film

Festival (SLOIFF ) is excited to preview its

upcoming 2008 festival program. San Luis

Obispo County will play host to hundreds of

visiting filmmakers, celebrities and movie

buffs during the festivals ten days of films,

special events, filmmaking panels, and parties,

from March 7 to 16.

This year, SLOIFF will offer up an eclectic

program that should suit even the pickiest

filmgoer. There are several new themes within

the festival program, as well as a few tradi-

tional events, like the popular Surf Night in

SLO and the King Vidor Career Achievement

Award tribute.

Opening night, March 7, will feature a rail-road-themed screening and party, aptly held at

the Santa Margarita Ranch. The evening will

include a twilight train ride on the ranchs

historic narrow-gauge train, a reception and

screening of the 1973 classic, Emperor of the

North. Actor Keith Carradine (Deadwood,

Nashville) will be in attendance and is looking

forward to telling stories about working with

film greats, Ernest Borgnine and Lee Marvin. A

portion of the proceeds from this evening will

benefit the renovation of the SLO Railroad

Museum.

Non-stop festival screenings will begin on

Saturday, March 8 and will feature quality

independent cinema from more than a dozen

countries in a wide variety of genres, from arts

to sports to politics and romantic comedies

and everything in between. The majority of

these films have been submitted to the George

Sidney Independent Film Competition in

fact over 300 films were entered this year,

compared to only about 100 two years ago.

Awards will be presented for the outstandingfilms in each category on Saturday, March 15.

Many films will include Q & A sessions after

the screening. This year, screenings will

happen in several parts of the county,

including Paso Robes, Shell Beach and Avila

Beach.

The Central Coast Filmmakers Showcase

will highlight some of the best films produced

by local filmmakers, with new awards for best

short and feature-length films. The SLOIFF

will also celebrate young American film-

makers at the Youth Filmmaking Competi-tion, screening short films by kids from

kindergarten through high school.

Surf Night in SLO will be back for its third

year with a Tribute to Bud Browne, the grand-

father of surf filmmaking. 95-year-old Bud

Browne will be honored by well-known

surfers and filmmakers from around the globe

at this historic reunion, right here on the

Central Coast, which is now Buds home. One

of his many films, Surfing in the 50s will be

screened at the Fremont Theatre, followed by

a Q & A session, raffle and a 50s-style surf

party with live music, in the nearby down-

town Pier One building.

Western Night in Paso is another

event to 2008, featuring the 1972 John Wa

classic, The Cowboys. Academy Award no

nated director Mark Rydell (On Golden Po

The Rose) will be in attendance along w

Robert Carradine (Revenge of the Ne

Lizzie McGuire), who played one of the you

cowboys in the film. A pre-screening rec

tion at Arroyo Robles tasting room and p

screening Q & A session will make this a v

special night for all ages, especially fut

ranchers.

The new Hollywood and Vines series

pair classic films with great Central Co

wineries, with wine and cheese recepti

before many of the older Hollywood classi

Other highlights include a sing-al

version of Hairspray; filmmaking worksh

that will focus on cinematography, act

stunt work and more; celebrity filmmak

and actors in attendance at selected screeni

throughout the festival; lively parties at so

of the best bars and restaurants in SLO Cou

with a designated meeting spot on e

night of the festival a great way to mvisiting filmmakers and other festival goers

Film passes and tickets for select events

available at the SLOIFF headquarters

Palm St. (next to the Palm Theatre),

online at www.slofilmfest.org. Festival sch

ules will be available on the website, as we

the Official Festival Guide and newspa

inserts in early March which will be dist

uted by the New Times and Tribu

throughout the county.

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Barbara Stanwyck in Stella Dallas, part o

the new Hollywood & Vines.

Keith Carradine stars in

Emperor of the North and 2007s All Hat.

Legendary surf filmmaker, Bud Browne will be

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by Mark Storer

I

t is a melancholy truth, to borrow from

Charles Dickens, that so many tasting

rooms concentrate on so many otherthings besides pouring great wine. To borrow

from a more modern saying, if the wine is

good they will drink. But the proof is in the

proverbial pudding and the fact is there are

wineries that do more than pour wine but

they also pour really great wine.

Carina Cellars in Los Olivos is a case in

point. Carolyn Turner, Carinas special events

coordinator, is always planning something at

the tasting room whether private tastings and

pairings, hosting winemaker events or, as isthe case most recently, providing an outlet for

talented local artists. Local photographer Kari

Crist gets her turn at Carinas tasting room

through March 31st and brings her unique

and original photography to Carinas tasting

room.

Turners choice of Crist is in step with

Carinas desire to highlight local surround-

ings, local talent and of course, Carina wines.

Art and wine have long enjoyed pairings, but

the focus on local artists adds a kind of trade-

mark to the winerys own aesthetic. That

aesthetic is present in the wines as well as in

artists like Crists work; namely, allowing

nature to show through with minimal manip-

ulation.

Carinas tasting room is also a work of art

in an already unique place in downtown Los

Olivos. With a western saloon feel, the store-

front blends in well with its neighbors while

the inside maintains that true western feel

with a touch of the modern including addi-

tions like Crists art.

2007 was a banner harvest year, as well.

Winemaker Joey Tensley has been excited

about all the varietals he pulled in this year

and with intense, ripe fruit and big bold

flavors, Carina will once again be producing

its award-winning wines, counting 07s

harvest as among its very best.

It is Tensleys belief that the vineyard has to

do the talking and working with his assistant,

Lino Garcia and Carina Cellars owner David

Hardee, Tensley has produced some of

big, bold Syrahs the Central Coast is kno

for and his Viognier continually ranks am

the very best in the state as judged by critSoon, however, the tasting room will bo

wines from Carina Cellars own vineya

purchased and planted recently in the P

Robles region. Focusing on Rhne variet

the new vineyard planting allows Carina

follow an illustrious lineage of great f

done the Carina way, allowing mother nat

to shine through with minimum manipu

tion. Art and wine really do go well togeth

Visit Carina Cellars tasting room to expence all of their wonderful wines. They

open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and

located at 2900 Grand Ave. Ste. A (next

Panino). Tasters have a choice betw

current releases for $10 or reserve and libr

releases served Friday-Sunday for $15. Ch

out their website www.carinacellars.com

call (805) 688-2459 for more information

Preferred Tasting Room:

CARINA CELLARS

Artwork by Kari Crist Amore Libre

On Exhibition at Carina Cellars through March 31


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Midlife Crisis what a great name why

did you call it that? Kevin and Jill Mittan,

the owners of Midlife Crisis Winery, are used

to this question and many others. Jills flip-quick answer is because she is the same age as

Disneyland. The real answer is a lot more

complex as are all things in life and

involves many reasons too numerous to name

all coming together in a moment of crisis.

The result became an overwhelming desire to

chase an impossible dream, to believe in it

totally and a determination to make it real.

They threw caution to the wind once the

decision was made to start the winery. In less

than four months, they sold their house in

Los Angeles, bought land in Paso Robles,started the winery and crushed their first

grapes. Both agree that if they took the time

to stop and think, there might not be a winery

today.

Winemaking and all other duties are a

shared responsibility for Jill and Kevin. The

wines reflect their love of food friendly

wines. The wines are started in neutral oak

until the essence of the fruit has a chance to

emerge. Then, oak is used carefully to

enhance, not overpower, the fruit. The

results are well balanced wines that pair wellwith food but that can also stand alone.

In September of 2005, the Mittans opened

a cooperative wine tasting room in down-

town Paso Robles called Wines on Pine. In

November of 2006, Midlife Crisis Winery

went solo. The tasting room at 1244 Pine

Street became the tasting room for

Midlife Crisis Winery only. Aided by tas

room manager and wine maven, Alli

Groves, the tasting room is open five dayweek allowing the Mittans to make wines

the weekend. You see, as the dream beco

real and the winery grows, day jobs in

Angeles support it. Five days a week,

Mittans are working in LA in the entert

ment industry and two days a week, they

in Paso making wine and pushing the dr

along.

The next phase of the dream is the de

opment of a winery and vineyard on t

property and of, eventually, making wine

time in Paso Robles. Until then, the Mittinvite you to share their midlife crisis

their dream at their tasting room at 1244 P

Street in downtown Paso Robles. The tas

room is open Thursday through Mon

from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. You can also

them online at www.midlifecrisiswinery.co

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Family owned and operated,it is our goal to enhance your

wine tasting experience and show youthe true beauty of Paso Robles wines.

Tasting barfeatures gifts,

wine accessoriesand

picnic supplies.

Open Daily 11-7 | 739 12th St, Paso Robles

877-759-WINE | www.arroyorobles.com

Downtown Paso Robles

is home to more than 10

premium tasting rooms,

all within walking

distance of one another.

Each of these boutique

wineries offers a unique

experience with

individual flavor.

Together they make

for an unforgettableWine Country

destination

Arroyo RoblesFine premium

estate wines are

paired with cheeseto complement your

tasting experienceon Friday, Saturday,

Sunday and by appointment.

We also feature art work by world-renownartist Jean-Pierre de Rothschild.

1140 Pine Street, Paso Robles

805-237-7527

Thursday-Monday 11:30-6 or by appointmen

Orchid Hill

Pianetta Winery createslimited releases of

premium red varietalsand blends using our

own Estate Vineyards inIndian Valley. Fromgrowing to winemaking our techniques

focus on balance and intense flavor.Join us at the Historic

Grangers Union Building.

829 13th Street, Paso Robles

805-226-4005 | www.pianettawinery.com

Sunday, Monday, Thursday: 12pm-6pmFriday & Saturday: 11am-7pm

Pianetta Winery

Owned by a familyof professionalmusicians, youwill always be

entertained in ourlively tasting room.

Experience ouraward-winning

wines and musicmemorabilia.

710 Pine Street, Paso Robles805-227-6800

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 11-6

DAnbino

Edward Sellers isa boutique winery

specializing in small lots

of handmade AmericanRhne-style winesfrom Paso Robles.

Our awarding winning wines reveal anelegant structure and an intense

fruit concentration distinctive of theirprogressive Central Coast origins.

Come in and enjoy a taste.

1220 Park Street, Paso Roblesin the newly completed Clock Tower Building

805-239-8915 | www.edwardsellers.com

Thursday-Monday, Noon-7

Edward Sellers

Hand-craftedPaso Roblesred wines.

Come on bywhen you see

the Bear Flag fly

or give us a calland we will open.

1227 Park StreetSuite B

Paso Robles

805-238-4329

Bear Cave Cellars

Vihuela (vee-way-la)is a boutique winery

with a passion for

old-world Spanish guitarand a taste for

new world, artisan wine.

Each wine is craftedto express an elegant

balance of art and science thatwed love to share with you!

1307 Park St, Paso Robles (behind Keller William805-835-4304

Sunday & Monday 11-4Thursday through Saturday 11-8

Vihuela

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A Sit-Down Seminar

Featuring Zinfandel from

Far Out Wineries and MoreCalling all Zinfandel fans. This is your opportunity to taste w

from all 16 Far Out wineries in one great location and perhaps lea

thing or two! On Saturday, March 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the w

makers or proprietors will form a panel to present, seminar styl

wide range of Zinfandels at Calcareous Vineyards. Hear straight f

the source the winemaking principals used in crafting and farm

your favorite varietal. Determine for yourself what styles you ten

favor and re-affirm why you just cant get enough Zinfandel!

Cost is $55 per person. For reservations, call Judy at (805) 2

0138. Make your reservations early, this event will sell out!

Eberle Winerys Zinfande

Festival Winemaker

Dinner, Friday, March 14Eberle Winery welcomes local favorite Claude Chazalon

Zinfandel Festival 2008! Chef Chazalon, former owner of two res

rants in Paris for 20 years, opened Paris restaurant in downtown P

Robles in November 2002, focusing on the ambiance of the Fre

countryside and its fine cuisine. After many requests from l

customers and friends, Chef Claude and his wife Chantal decided

a new adventure Safran. Join Eberle Winery as we partner once a

with this fine friend and wonderful chef in the Eberle Caves

Zinfandel Festival 2008. Cost is $120/Cellar Club memb

$150/non-members. For reservations or information, contact S

Kennedy at (805) 238-9607 or email [email protected] a reservation online at www.EberleWinery.com.

Visitors are always welcome to visit the winerys tasting room

to tour the caves. Eberle is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during

months of October through March, and until 6 p.m. April thro

September. Come by and enjoy complimentary wine tasting, d

public tours of Eberle Wine Caves, a scenic deck overlooking

Estate Vineyard, gourmet picnic lunches, bocce ball and shop in

tasting room for a vast array of gifts and Eberle merchandise.

Eberle Winery is located at 3810 Highway 46 East in Paso Rob

3.5 miles east of Highway 101.

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Our vineyard has been in since thelate 80s. B & E Vineyard is a

small family owned winery.

We invite you come and taste ourwines in the B & E Saloon that

overlooks the vineyard.

Daily 11am-5pm10000 Creston Road, Paso Robles

805-238-4815www.bevineyard.com

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Friendly Peo pleOpen Daily 11-54295 Union Road805-237-8884

www.riosecowine.com

FALCON NEST

VINEYARD & WINERYFamily owned and operated vineyard and wineryspecializing in handcrafted wines with intensecolors and flavors. Join us in celebrating in the trItalian tradition with food and wine pairing,salami, prosciutto, provolone, sopres-sata, pt,imported pasta, specialty items and the finest passauces. Food available daily.

Open Daily 10am-7:30pm5185 Union Road, Paso Robles

805-226-0227 | www.falconnestwine.com

PENMAN SPRINGS VINEYARD

Penman Springs Vineyard is an artisan wine farm de-dicated to producing the finest grapes possible. We growCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Sarah, PetiteSarah and Muscat Blanc. A select portion of these grapes iscrafted into award winning table and dessert wines.

Taste the Art Friday-Sunday 11am-5pm (closed January)1985 Penman Springs Road, Paso Robles

805-237-7959 | www.penmansprings.com

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STILL WATERSVINEYARDS

Taste handcrafted estate wines of Cabernet Sauvignon,Merlot, Sarah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc andViognier. Bring a picnic and enjoy the spectacularviews from our olive grove overlooking the vineyard.

Thursday-Monday 11-5pm2750 Old Grove Lane, Paso Robles

805-237-9231 | www.stillwatersvineyards.com

Enjoy the beauty of gently

rolling hills in the

Paso Robles countrysideand discover some of the

newest and most exciting

wineries on Californias

Central Coast.

Just a few years ago women wine-

makers were a novelty. Only a handful

of persistent and talented females were

able to push their way to the top in a

very competitive field. More and morethough, women are not only at the helm

of some very prestigious wine opera-

tions, they are also garnering their share

of accolades and awards. Patricia Bello

of B&E Vineyards is a perfect example

of the creative spirit that epitomized the

women of the vine.

Patricia did not come to her calling in the usual fashion. She and

her husband, Jerry began by planting grapes and selling them to local

vintners. Patricia, a cutting horse trainer and breeder left the farming

duties to Jerry. The vineyards provided her with a marvelous view

from her hilltop home and she came to love their brilliant displays in

the fall and spring, but winemaking was not something she even

considered. Along the way though, she developed an expensive habit.

I love a good bottle of wine but unfortunately I seem to particularly

like the ones that cost a hundred dollars or more. Thats why I had to

start making my own! My goal was to produce a really great wine that

was also affordable.

With the assistance of other local winemakers, Patricia honed her

craft and became a truly exceptional winemaker, overseeing the

production of nearly 4000 cases of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah

and a red blend called Red Rhythm. Her insistence on a twenty month

aging in French oak barrels produces a rich, velvety wine that hashelped her meet her goal of a creating fine wines that will fit into

almost anyones budget. This year her 2004 Cabernet took the gold at

the Paso Robles County Fair and her Syrah and Red Rhythm both won

gold medals at the San Francisco Chronicles Wine Competition.

B&E Vineyards is located on Creston Road in Paso Robles. A d

out to their tasting room will not only provide one with the oppo

nity to enjoy fabulous wines, but a chance to take in the awe-inspir

view of rolling vineyards that Patricia so loves. On the top of

highest hill on the property, the Bellos have built a charming weststyle saloon in which visitors can relax, sip three different reds (a R

is in the works) and be entertained by the warmth and wit of

winemaker herself.

B&E Vineyards is open Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m

5 p.m. and on weekdays by appointment.

Enjoy the Fabulous Wines, Views of B & E Vineyard

Patricia Bello

CHATEAU MARGENE

A micro winery specializing in the production of small lots oluxury, handcrafted Cabernet Sauvignon. Chateau Margeneproduces 3,000 cases per year and focuses on viticulture and

winemaking practices that offer maximum expression of thePaso Robles terrior. Come enjoy the wines and picnic on thdeck or under the oaks.

Open Saturday-Sunday Noon-5pmBy advanced appointment on Fridays

4385 La Panza Road, Creston, CA805-238-2321 | www.chateaumargene.com

CASS VINEYARDS

Visit us at our caf style tasting room and sample yourfavorite Rhne wines, paired with samples of select gourmetcheese, pte and specialty food. Our Chefs Pantry offers anarray of choices for an impromptu picnic indoors or out. Wealso offer a lunch menu prepared by our Chef Dusty LehighFriday thru Sunday.

Open Monday-Friday 12-5pm, Saturday-Sunday 11am-6p

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Find your perfect wine club

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Looking for

Something Specia

in a Wine Club?

Eighth Annual World of Pinot Noir, March 7-8The Eighth Annual World of Pinot Noir, to be held March 7-8, at

the Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach, will include two days of in-depth

seminars, tastings, and Pinot Noir-inspired meals. More than 180

Pinot Noir producers from around the globe participate in this annualevent that historically sells out, attracting attendees world-wide.

Tickets are available at www.wopn.com.

Enthusiasm for the World of Pinot Noir continues to grow each

year, said John Niven, chairman of the 2008 World of Pinot Noir. Its

gratifying to see such interest among producers internationally to be

involved and to contribute their knowledge and expertise to this

event.

The World of Pinot Noir kicks off Friday, March 7, with tasting

seminars held at local winery locations. 2008 seminars include:

Pinot Noir Primer with John Haeger, author of North American

Pinot Noir

Exploring the AVAs of Oregons New World Burgundy panelistsinclude Michael Etzel, Beaux Freres; Ben Casteel, Bethel Height

Vineyard; Steve Doerner, Cristom Vineyards; Adam Campbell, Elk

Cove Vinyards; Lynn Penner-Ash, Penner-Ash Wine Cellars; a

Tony Soter, Soter Vineyards.

Are We Losing Our Regionality? moderated by Peter Neptune,

panelists include Grant Stanley, Quails Gate, BC; Tony RyndDomaine Serene, OR; Steven Rogstad, Cuvaison Estate Wines, C

Adam Lee, Siduri, CA; Christian Roguenant, Baileyana Winery, C

Evelyn Vidal, Kingston Family Vineyards, Chile; and Norm Y

Flying Goat Cellars, CA.

A Riedel Pinot Noir Stemware Focus & Food Pairing a World

Pinot Noir exclusive moderated by George Riedel panelists inclu

Dan Kosta, Kosta Brown, CA; and Melissa Burr, Stoller Vineyar

OR.

Latitudes & Longitudes A Global Perspective on Pinot Noi

moderated by Fred Dame, MS panelists include Mattias Gub

Switzerland; Andrew Hood, Tasmania; Ernst Loosen, Germa

Nick S. Mills, New Zealand; and Sergio Mottura, Italy. Old Clones/Old Vines vs New Clones/New Vines moderated

Patrick Comiskey, Wine & Spirits Magazine panelists inclu


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Myron Redford, Amity Vineyards, OR; Dan Goldfield, Dutton-Gold-

field, CA; Milla Handley, Handley Cellars, CA; Ken Bernards,

Ancien Wines, CA; Eric Hickey, Laetitia Vineyard & Winery, CA;

Nathan Kandler, Thomas Fogarty Winery & Vineyards, CA; and

Harry Pederson-Nedry, Chehalem, OR.

Iron Sommelier Challenge: Pinot Noir Two Ways moderated by

William Sherer, MS, Aureole, Las Vegas

Always a much anticipated event, the annual Burgundian tasting

will feature the wines of Domaine Jacques-Frdric Mugnier. Created

in 1863, this family estate is run from the Chteau of Chambolle-

Musigny. Viticulturist & winemaker Frdric Mugnier will join Allen

Meadows, editor of Burghound.com, to present the following wines:

NSG 1C Clos de la Marchale 2004, 2005, 2006; Chambolle-

Musigny 2001, 2003, 2004; and Musigny 2001, 2003, 2004.

On Friday, the signature Gala Dinner and Reception will feature

guest chef Bradley Ogden and his world-class team from Lark Cre

Restaurant Group. This food-and-wine experience will be hosted

participating vintners and sommeliers from across the county. T

Pinot Noir Focus Tasting on Friday, March 7, and the Pinot Noir

the Sea on Saturday, March 8, will include more than 180 winer

pouring their finest selections at the Cliffs Resort.

Concluding the World of Pinot Noir festivities, the Santa Barba

style Paule hosted by Au Bon Climat Winery features a line up

chefs from around the country. Ive had endless amounts of fun at

Paule events is New York, San Francisco and most of all,

Burgundy, explained event host, Jim Clendenen. Were trying

raise the bar to an equal level at the Santa Barbara-style Paule

conviviality, generosity and indulgence. Anyone that appreciates

pleasures of the table will revel in this festive closing event.

Sponsors of the Eighth Annual World of Pinot Noir include Rie

Crystal of America, Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Wine & Spirits Magzine, Acqua Panna, S. Pellegrino, The Cheese Shop Carmel, Cent

Coast Printing, SLO Wine Storage and Farm Credit West (Foundi

Sponsor).

For more information, updates, and registration, visit the webs

at www.worldofpinotnoir.com.

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Since 2000, the Santa Barbara Vintners Foundation has held a

biennial wine auction to benefit Direct Relief International. The

auction has presented the opportunity for one of the regions

fastest growing industries, which is gaining international acclaim

for its wines, to rally together to put the fruits of their success

toward a greater good.

The Vintners auctions have raised more than $1,000,000,

which leveraged with Direct Reliefs unique ability to stretch

dollars donated, has furnished over $26 million in medical mate-

rial aid provided to those in need.

Santa Barbara Vintners Foundation conducts philanthropic

work on behalf of the Santa Barbara County Vintners Associa-

tion. By pooling their resources they are able to provide substan-

tial support for scholarships and charities in the community.

The mission of Direct Relief is to improve the health of people

by strengthening fragile health systems. DRI provides appropriateongoing medical assistance to health institu

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