Taste the good life WineCountry
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rape growing and wine making are not new industries here. European settlers learned early that the climate and soil in and around San Luis Obispo are ideal for growing wine grapes. In the days of the Spanish missions, Franciscan padres planted vineyards to make wine for sacramental purposes. Locals have been producing wine here commercially for about a century.
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The Edna and Arroyo Grande valleys, each a designated American Viticultural Area, boast a cool climate and soil rich in marine sediment. The combination nurtures superior Chardonnay and is ideally suited to Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache and white Rhône varietals, such as Roussanne and Viognier. From downtown San Luis Obispo, drive south on Broad Street/Highway 227 or Orcutt Road to discover the treasures of San Luis Obispo’s wine region. Just 30 minutes north of San Luis Obispo is the renowned Paso Robles wine region with many vineyards and tasting rooms. Most of the wineries have tasting rooms with friendly staff, unhurried tastings, exclusive releases and sometimes specialty food and gift items. Bring a snack and take advantage of the scenic picnic areas at many of the wineries. S a n Lu is O bisp o C H A M BER O F CO M M ERC E
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