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Calcareous Vineyard
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines
Calcareous Vineyard is named as a tribute to our In 1988, perfect climatic conditions for Cabernet terroir. Our 442 acre estate begins three miles Sauvignon led Jerry Lohr to Paso Robles, where west of Paso Robles and stretches several miles his estate vineyards now encompass over 2,300 west towards the Pacific Ocean. This limestone soil acres of Bordeaux and Rhône reds. The J. Lohr and our varied microclimates allow us to produce Paso Robles Wine Center, a facility certified by the California Sustainable Bordeaux, Rhone and Burgundy varietal simultaneously. Our family winery has Winegrowing Alliance, pours daily from four award-winning tiers of an uncompromising commitment to quality and wines of authentic vineyard vineyard-focused wines including J. Lohr Estates, the youexpression. want toWeknow that the family behind your meal is committedestates-driven, to the food. Our fall edition of Menus is full of invite you to visit our panoramic views , and experience our Vineyard Series, the Cuvée Series and the Rhône-inspired Gesture series. award winning wines. 3430 Peachy Canyon Road,Paso CA. 93446 Open with daily 10-5 pm.who Airport Roadwith off Highway 46. 6169 Airport Road, restaurants with recipes passed down from Robles, generation to generation, chefs cook tradition in mind, 805-239-0289 · www.calcareous.com · Lunch served Sat and Sun 12-3 Paso Robles, CA (805) 239-8900 jlohr.com
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with delicious flavors that will bring together hungry people of all ages. Whether you’re looking for dining experience perfect for a large group from 2 8 Grandma Baby, to a couple in Castoroto Cellars Kenneth Volk Vineyards “Dam Fine Wines” Discover why we say so! Stroll up Veteran winemaker Ken Volk has returned to Paso theour first days of a new relationship, Robles! Ken’s decades of experience working with top 100ft. long grape arbor and enjoy great tasting vineyards in Paso Robles and the Santa Maria Valley cabs,fiZins, Syrah, Chardonnay and more. you’ll nd the right place for food,Browse our have given him a unique perspective in the production unique gifts, wine and gourmet accessories. Picnic Lido at and Dolphin wine, and ambiance these of world class wines. Come enjoy Ken’s diverse area and art gallery. 1315 N. in Bethel Rd, TempletonMaya Mexican portfolio of wines in a beautiful garden setting. (805) 238-0725 or (888) dam-fi ne. Open daily 10-5:30 Restaurant Bay Resort & Spa pages. So pick an eatery where www.castorocellars.com. Featuring rare varieties seldom encountered elsewhere. The tasting room Santa Maria Shell Beach Tasting Room at 2485 Highway you can bring the kids ... just be is located adjacent to the Lone Madrone 46 West, Paso Robles. Open daily 10:30am-5:00pm. Phone: 805.237.7896. sure to select a candlelit table with a view for two, too. Who says you 3 9 can’t have both? Chronic Cellars Winery Mitchella Winery
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Mitchella is a family owned estate vineyard and winery located on the eastside of Paso Robles, sitting a top the Huerhuero Creek Bench. Darren and Angela Mitchell are committed to making small lots of premium handcrafted Paso Robles wines and believe it starts by attentively cultivating wine in the vineyard. The tasting room, just off Mill Road, is nestled amongst the vines and offers breathtaking views of Paso Robles. It is also home to Wine101 where you will find a variety of interactive wine seminars and events. “Life is an Adventure, Atascadero Drink Wine” Open Thurs. - Sun., 12–5pm, 2525 Mitchell Ranch Way, Paso Robles, (805) 239-8555. www.mitchella.com
The concept of Chronic Cellars came about in the midst of harvest in 2004. We had used the term “The Chronic” to describe likable objects before, but we had never considered it a suitable descriptor for wine. We sat alongside the crush pad one evening in our wine stained clothes and wet boots laughing about the idea of a wine that targeted a casual lifestyle. From dream to reality, our first wines went public in 2008. Stop by Chronic Cellars and try our handcrafted wines in a fun and casual atmosphere. Hang out in a cozy booth by the fireplace you and your friends play some pool or picnic Avila Beach Paso while Robles outside under our covered patio. Open Daily 11:30am-5:30pm. 2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr., Paso Robles, Ca 93446 (805) 237.748 www.chroniccellars.com
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Il Cortile Ristorante
Gardens Of Avila Restaurant
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Eberle Winery
Central Coast Seafood
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A top ten gold medal award-winning winery in the U.S.A. Enjoy complimentary Cave Tours and Tastings. Visit us and celebrate 33 years of fine winemaking in Paso Robles! Large Gift Gallery, Custom orders to please. Monthly Paso Robles Inn VIP tours that the Wine Spectator Guest Chef Dinners. calls “One of the Best Tours on the Central Coast!” Open Sea Venture Steakhouse Daily. Located on Hwy 46 East, 3.5 miles east of Hwy 101, Paso Robles. 805-238-9607 or www.eberlewinery.com Pismo Beach Paso Robles Winter hours 10am-5pm, Summer hours 10am-6pm.
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Founded in 1986 by the Arciero family, today Eos is a part of Foley Family Wines and now occupies an 8.5-acre estate at the corner ofKenneth Highway Volk 46 East and Airport Road in Paso Robles. The winery features a tasting room, Vineyards barrel cellar, 4 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard, enclosed Veris Cellars patio and gardens Santa Maria Valleywith picnic accommodations. The tasting area features an island bar and gift shop. 2300 Airport Road · (800) 249-9463 Paso Robles Paso Robles
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Halter Ranch Vineyard
Savor a taste of old California at our west side Paso Robles vineyard located at the corner of Vineyard Drive Publishers and Adelaida Road. Wine tasting Daily 11am-5pmMarketing Coordinator Bob Rucker Colby Courter 8910 Adelaida Rd. Paso Robles. 805-226-9455 Alex Zuniga www.halterranch.com Advertising Contributors
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Robert Hall Winery
Discover the Essence of Paso Robles™ with a visit to California’s “Golden State Winery” Robert Hall. Tour the largest underground wine caverns on the central coast and taste award-winning sustainably farmed wines including the Chardonnay, Pape de Robles, Meritage and Cabernet Sauvignon. Join us for an SLO Brew upcoming comedy night or wine dinner. Group tours welcome; venue also available forObispo private events and weddings. For more San Luis information, please visit www.roberthallwinery.com
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Rotta Winery
Founded in 1908, the oldest remaining family-owned winery in San Luis Obispo County. Mike Giubbini, grandson of the original owner, is carrying onward 100 years of tradition. The historic winery is under renovation with a new production facility and tasting Opolo room now open. Taste our award-winning wines! Open daily 10:30-5:30. 250Vineyards Winery Rd. Templeton, CA 805-237-0510 www.rottawinery.com Paso Robles
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The Sarzotti family is a completely hands on operation. We manage and control all aspects of our vineyard and winery Colleen Garcia We are committed to making the finest wines that production. MENUS is published & distributed throughout Anica canJulian be produced by handcrafting and agingCounty each & barrel of Northern Santa Barbara San Luis Rene Rodriguez Obispo County every April & picked, October.and wine to perfection. Our grapes are grown, hand Leslie Neighbors processed under strict supervision. Currently, we250,000 produce only Coast Put your menu in front of Central residents tourists. Pleaseour callpassion (805) 546-8208 to 750 cases of wine, which allows&us to pursue of Photography make your reservations for the next issue of MENUS. making premier award winning wines. Open Thursday – Sunday Steve E. Miller 11 am – 5 pm, or by appointment during the mid-week Next Issue: Spring / Summerdays.180 2012 Bella Ranch Photo Illustration Road, Templeton, CA 93465 (805) 226-2022 www.sarzottiwinery.com. Alex Zuniga
Reservation deadline: March 22, 2012 Published: April 5, 2012