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Paso Robles (199)

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Aaron Wines

3050 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). $25/person (waived with 3-bottle purchase); complimentary for wine club members + up to 4 guests; Ohana Room seated tasting $40/person ($20 members). Hours: Daily 11am-5:30pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Petite Sirah (flagship), Rhone-style blends (westside Paso Robles); Pinot Noir and aromatic whites (Pinot Gris, Viognier) from San Luis Obispo Coast AVA under sister brand Aequorea.

Anarchy Wine Co.

3310 Ramada Dr, Ste B, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (entrance to Tin City). $25/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase). Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-5/6pm, Mon-Thu by appointment (verify current exact schedule, varies by source). Website.

Varietals: Extreme Rhone, Bordeaux, and Zinfandel blends - labels include ZinBitch, Anarchy, Heretic, Monarchy, Peasant Collection.

Ascension Cellars

Tin City area, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (confirm current suite - Tin City/Ramada district). Hours: Tin City tasting room hours vary (confirm ahead; many Tin City rooms open Thu-Mon). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone and Bordeaux-style blends (barrel-select, small-lot).

BENOM

2959 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). $45/person one-on-one guided tasting deposit (refunded upon arrival, refundable up to 48hrs before); waived with 4-bottle purchase or membership. Hours: Daily 9am-5pm by appointment (last tasting 3:30pm; some sources cite 10am-4/5pm). Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (straight varietal focus), Rhone-inspired blends, Spanish-inspired blends (Origin, La... series).

Bianchi Vineyards

3380 Branch Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Always complimentary (per Winetraveler); some sources cite ~$5 historically. Hours: Mon-Thu 12-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Gris, Red Blend, Refosco, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Sparkling, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio.

Bodega de Edgar

3550 Combine St, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20-25/person (60-min flight); waived for wine club members. Hours: Thu-Mon 10am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Tempranillo, Garnacha (Grenache), Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Graciano, Mourvedre, Syrah, Torrontes (Spanish varietal focus; ~2, 800 cases/year).

Bodegas M

729 13th Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446.

Varietals: Tempranillo, Albarino, Graciano, Bastardo and other Spanish/Portuguese varietals.

Brochelle Vineyards

2323 Tuley Rd, Ste 130, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20 (wine); some sources cite $15 wine & cheese. Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-5:30pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Zinfandel (signature), Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Petite Sirah, Syrah, plus 'Luxe'/'Silk' blends and 2 sparkling wines.

Bushong Vintage Company

565 12th St, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase). Hours: Thu 1-7pm, Fri-Sat 1-8pm, Sun 1-5pm (closed Mon-Wed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Dessert wine, Grenache, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Port-Style, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Roussanne, Syrah, Tannat, Viognier, Zinfandel.

Cairjn Wine Cellars

2323 Tuley Rd, Unit 120, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30/person deposit (waived with 2-bottle purchase or membership). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm, by appointment (walk-ins welcome). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino and other limestone-terroir-driven varietals from West Paso Robles vineyards.

Cambria Winery

Formerly $25-$35. Hours: Previously Wed-Sun 10am-5pm at Santa Maria estate (NOW DISCONTINUED); confirm current Los Olivos tasting hours. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir (100% estate-grown, single-vineyard bottlings e.g. Julia's Vineyard).

Candor Winery

No standalone tasting room - Hope Family Wines brand, poured at Austin Hope & Treana Tasting Cellar, 1585 Live Oak Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Via Austin Hope & Treana Tasting Cellar (daily 10am-5pm). sustainable.

Varietals: Zinfandel, Merlot, Grenache/Syrah/Mourvedre/Merlot Rose (non-vintage 'Lot' series).

Castoro Cellars

1315 N Bethel Rd, Templeton, CA 93465. $10 for 7 tastes. Hours: Daily 10am-5:30pm (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Extensive estate portfolio incl. Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Rhone/Bordeaux varietals (100+ acres organic).

Chronic Cellars

2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $10. Hours: Mon,Wed-Sun 10am-5pm (Tue closed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Red blends (Sofa King, Dead Nuts, etc.), Zinfandel-driven blends.

CONCUR Wines

2945 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). Hours: Fri-Sat 12-5pm, Sun 12-4pm (closed Mon-Thu). Website.

Varietals: Rhone-style blends, Zinfandel, small-production varietals from Paso's westside vineyards.

Cordant Winery

612 12th St, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25/person. Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-5pm (Mon-Wed by appt). Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Roussanne, Viognier, Rose, Rhone blends.

Cutbow Wines

2975 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Unverified - no confirmed current public hours found. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Not specified in available sources.

Dark Star Cellars

2985 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $15-20/person (8 samples); waived with 1 bottle purchase per tasting fee. Hours: Daily 10:30am-5:30pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Approximately 20 wines including whites, roses, creative red blends, unusual red varietals, and port (limited production, 380 barrels total, winemaker picks only at full maturity).

Derby Wine Estates

525 Riverside Ave, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (historic Almond Growers Association Building). $20/person (5-wine flight, waived with bottle purchase). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (winter), until 6pm in summer. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Chardonnay, Cinsault, Counoise, Dessert, Graciano, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Malbec, Marsanne, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Picpoul Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Roussanne, Sparkling, Syrah, Tempranillo, Viognier, White Rhone-Style Blend, Zinfandel (25+ varietals from 3 distinct SLO County estate vineyards: Derbyshire in San Simeon, Derby in Templeton Gap, Laura's on 46E).

Desparada

3060 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). $30/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase); active club members receive 2 complimentary tastings per visit. Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 10am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed), by appointment. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux and Italian varietal red blends, pure Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Picpoul, Carignan (amphora-produced, site-driven).

Doce Robles Winery & Vineyard

2023 Twelve Oaks Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $10/person (waived with wine purchase). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (some sources cite 5:30pm close). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sirah, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, red blends (flagship 'Robles Rojos' estate Bordeaux-inspired blend, 'Sy-rific-Cab').

Donati Family Vineyard

2720 Oak View Rd, Templeton, CA 93465 (corner of Hwy 46 West & Vineyard Dr; distinctive 3-story European-chateau-style building). Hours: Fri-Mon 11am-5pm & by appointment. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Syrah, Grenache (Bordeaux and Rhone focus; Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Mourvedre also produced).

Dresser Winery

5530 Dresser Ranch Place, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Standard tasting fee (varies by experience). Hours: Wed-Sun ~12-4pm (varies by day; open to public only 3 weekends/yr for festivals, otherwise by appointment). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel, Malbec, Sangiovese, Tempranillo (95% estate grown).

Eberle Winery

3810 Hwy 46 E, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Complimentary standard tasting and cave tour; VIP Cave Grotto tasting $60/person; group tastings (9+) $25/person. Hours: Daily 10am-6pm (Apr-Oct), 10am-5pm (Nov-Mar). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (flagship), Chardonnay, Viognier (6th in CA to produce), Zinfandel, Vintage Port, Barbera, Sangiovese, Rhone blends, Muscat Canelli.

Ecluse Wines

1520 Kiler Canyon Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $15/person. Hours: Mon,Thu-Sun 11am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Chardonnay; Ensemble (Bordeaux blend), Rendition (Rhone blend), Improv (red blend), Prelude (white Rhone blend) - also produces sister label Thibido.

End of the Day Wines

2915 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City. Hours: Mon-Thu by advance appointment only; Fri-Sun 11am-4:30pm. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Chardonnay, Tempranillo, Zinfandel/Mourvedre blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rose, Red Cuvee, Blanc de Blanc sparkling (Method Traditionnelle) - approachable everyday-drinking styles.

Field Recordings

3070 Limestone Way, Ste D, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City, upstairs). Hours: Sun-Wed 12-5pm, Thu-Sat 12-6pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Alicante Bouschet, Barbera, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Charbono, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Gamay, Pinot Noir, Chenin Blanc (skin-contact orange wines, Pet Nats, sparkling; labels incl. Skins, Fiction, Wonderwall, Neverland, Alloy Wine Works).

Fratelli Perata

1595 Arbor Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30/person (all red wines; waived with bottle purchase or for wine club members). Hours: Wed-Sun 10am-4pm (Mon 10am-12pm & 2-4pm; closed Tue). sustainable.

Varietals: Sangiovese, Charbono, Barbera, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Zinfandel (9 varietals; flagship 'Tre Sorelle', 'Bambino Grande', 'Mafalda').

Glunz Family Winery & Cellars

8331 Hwy 46 E, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Complimentary (some sources cite $20, waived with any wine purchase). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Dessert, Grenache, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Port-Style (Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Primitivo, Petit Verdot grown on-site; also sources from 10 select Central Coast vineyards).

Harvey and Harriet

See Booker Vineyard / My Favorite Neighbor tasting locations in Paso Robles - Harvey & Harriet is a value-tier label under the Booker (Eric Jensen) portfolio, tasted alongside 'My Favorite Neighbor' at the Booker/MFN Lounge property in Paso Robles. Hours: See Booker Vineyard/MFN Lounge hours. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Red Blend (Cabernet Sauvignon-led Bordeaux-style, incl. Petit Verdot, Malbec, Petite Sirah, Grenache, Syrah), White Blend (Chardonnay-driven), Rose.

Herman Story Wines

1227 Paso Robles St, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $15/person (4-5 wines, waived with 2-bottle purchase). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (some sources cite closed Tue-Wed). dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Alicante Bouschet, Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Syrah (opulent, structured Rhone-style reds; notable bottlings incl. 'Nuts & Bolts' Syrah, White Hawk Vineyard Syrah, Larner Vineyard Grenache).

Hubba Wines

2929 Limestone Way, Unit B, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). $30/person. Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed). sustainable.

Varietals: Organic, sustainably-farmed grapes; native/wild yeast fermentation; lighter-style, elegant, unfined/unfiltered wines.

Hunt Cellars Winery

2875 Oakdale Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $5-10/person (reserve wines $10, historical); largest wine tasting list in Paso. Hours: Daily 10:30am-5:30pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Franc, Viognier, Zinfandel, plus rare Port wines.

Indigene Cellars

815 12th St, Ste B, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (also referenced as 814 Norma's Alley - door is off the alley). $25/person. Hours: Mon 1-6pm, Tue-Wed closed, Thu-Sat 1-9pm, Sun 12-6pm. dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc, Muscat Canelli, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Red Blend.

J Dusi Wines

1401 Hwy 46 W, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25/person (90-min patio tasting, waived with 2-bottle purchase); limited seated indoor tasting also offered. Hours: Daily 11am-4pm (Priority seating for reservations; walk-ins welcome based on availability). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Zinfandel (flagship, Dante Dusi Vineyard estate specialty), Grenache, Mourvedre, Cabernet Sauvignon, Clairette Blanche, Carignane, Petite Sirah.

J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines

6169 Airport Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (3.4 miles north of Hwy 46 East). One tasting fee waived per 2-bottle purchase; complimentary for wine club members. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (closed New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (signature), Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Riesling, Rose (2, 500+ acres Certified California Sustainable across 5 Paso Robles sub-appellations; also Monterey/Arroyo Seco and Napa/St. Helena estates).

Jacob Toft

2929 Limestone Way, Ste A, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). $25-30/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase). Hours: Daily 10am-4pm (by appointment preferred, quaint tasting room). dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Rhone, Bordeaux, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, and occasional whites; single-vineyard cuvees named after family (Kelly's Pinot Noir, Angela's Cuvee, Tessa's Cuvee, Maggie's Cuvee) sourced from Santa Barbara to Santa Lucia Highlands with deep Paso Robles roots.

L'Aventure Winery

2815 Live Oak Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $15-45/person depending on flight (Current Vintage, Library Tasting, Champagne Tasting); Library and Champagne flights NOT waived with purchase. Hours: By appointment 7 days/week, 10am-4pm (last tasting 3pm). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Estate 'Paso Blends' (Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc); flagship 'Optimus' and 'Cote a Cote' (Mourvedre/Grenache/Syrah).

Le Cuvier Winery

3333 Vine Hill Ln, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $15-30 (individual/shared, food+wine pairing). Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Malbec, Marsanne, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Rose, Roussanne, Syrah, Viognier, Zinfandel.

Le Vigne Winery

5115 Buena Vista Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (also LA tasting room). $20 (classic), $25 (wine & cheese); $5 cheese add-on not waived. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (Fri-Sat until 6pm); lunch Sat-Sun 11:30am-3pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Corvina/Syrah blend, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Sangiovese, Tannat, Viognier.

Marin's Vineyard

5983 Entrada Ave, Atascadero, CA 93422. Free (per winery reservation booking page). Hours: Opened Aug 2024 downtown tasting room; hours not fully confirmed, check site/socials. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec.

MCV Wines

3773 Ruth Way, Ste A, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Website.

MEA Wine

4405 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422. Hours: Wed-Sun 1pm-5/6pm (varies by day), closed Mon-Tue. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Vermentino, Chardonnay, Viognier, Albarino.

Meridian Vineyards

7000 CA-46, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $5-10 (historically, credited with purchase). outdoor seating.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir.

Nichols Winery & Cellars

4615 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422. Hours: Wed-Sun 11am-5pm, closed Mon-Tue.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Pinot Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Franc.

Nicora Winery

2945 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). $35/person (4 current release wines); appointments required, groups up to 8. Hours: Tue-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12-4pm (closed Mon). Website.

Varietals: Grenache, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Syrah, White Rhone-Style Blend (Rhone varieties from ultra-premium Central Coast vineyards, blended across Paso Robles, Edna Valley, and Santa Maria Valley).

Nix Cellars

3075 Blue Rock Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). $35/person (complimentary with 2-bottle purchase or wine club membership). Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-4pm (walk-in or appointment); Mon-Wed by appointment only. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux and Rhone varietal reds, Loire-inspired whites (varietal purity and sense-of-place focus, sourced from top vineyards plus estate fruit).

Paris Valley Road Estate Winery

5625 E Hwy 46, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (last reservation 3:45pm); Gastronomy/Cepage restaurant Thu-Sun 11am-4pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot (Bordeaux-style single-varietal and reserve blends), plus whites, rose, sparkling wine, and Orange Muscat.

Peachy Canyon Winery

1480 N Bethel Rd, Templeton, CA 93465 ('Old Bethel Schoolhouse' tasting room, circa 1886). $25/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase); always complimentary for club members. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (last guided tasting 4pm; by-the-glass until 4:30pm). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Zinfandel (flagship, multiple vineyard-designated bottlings), Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Carignane, Counoise, Graciano, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Malbec, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Picpoul Blanc, Port-Style, Primitivo, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Roussanne (15+ varietals; 4 westside estate vineyards).

Pear Valley Winery

4900 Union Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. ~$5-10 (credited with purchase). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (last tasting 4pm). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: 29 estate varietals incl. Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah, Cab Franc, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Noir, Charbono, Orange Muscat, Albarino, Aglianico, Viognier.

R N Estate Vineyard & Winery

7986 N River Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: By appointment/email only (very limited; owner-hosted at private residence). outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Bordeaux and Burgundy-style blends, Malbec, Chardonnay.

Rabbit Ridge Vineyards

1244 Pine St, Ste 101B, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (downtown tasting room, formerly called 'The Rabbit Hole'); winery/vineyards on San Marcos Rd, westside Paso Robles. Fee charged, waived with purchase. Hours: Mon, Fri-Sat 12-5pm (per current Yelp; verify against older Wed-Sun listings).

Varietals: Zinfandel, Primitivo, and a range of Rhone/Bordeaux varietals (Rabbit Ridge and Ground Effect brands).

Rio Seco Vineyard and Winery

4295 Union Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $3-5/person (historical). Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating.

Varietals: Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Viognier, Roussanne (estate-grown, semi-dry-farmed, low-yield).

Robert Hall Winery

3443 Mill Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hosted tasting flight (fee varies by experience); Grape to Glass Excursion (guided walking tour + cavern barrel tasting + small bites). Hours: Thu-Mon 10am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Rhone White Blend, Syrah, Merlot, Grenache, GSM, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Carignane, Grenache Blanc, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend (17 varietals across 3 estate vineyards).

Serial Wines

1226 Park St, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Historic Odd Fellows Building, downtown). Hours: Sun-Wed 10am-10pm, Thu-Sat 10am-12am (open latest of any Paso Robles tasting room). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Single-varietal, blends, District-designate, and single-vineyard wines representing Paso's 11 AVA sub-districts.

Sharpei Moon Winery

225 S Main St, Templeton, CA 93465.

Varietals: Grenache (Provence-style rose), Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cab/Syrah blends.

Songs Wines

3860 Peachy Canyon Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $35/person (60-min guided tasting). Hours: Thu-Sun 10am-4pm, by appointment only. dog-friendly.

Varietals: Single-varietal Rhone and Bordeaux-style French varietal wines (under 500 cases/year total).

Steinbeck Vineyards

5940 Union Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Check current reservation calendar (SLO CAL Wine Passport participant). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Handcrafted Rhone and Bordeaux-style wines, including a Rose of Grenache Sparkling Wine.

Stilson Cellars

Two addresses found in different sources - 1005 Railroad St Suite 2, Paso Robles, CA 93446 and 5895 Forked Horn Place, Paso Robles, CA 93446 - conflicting, needs verification. Website.

Tank Garage Winery

840 13th St, Ste F, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Lubrication Tasting (4 limited-production wines, last tasting Sun-Thu 6pm, Fri-Sat 7:30pm). Hours: Mon 2:30-7pm, Tue-Thu 12-7pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm, Sun 12-7pm. Website.

Varietals: Seasonally rotating one-off blends: red blends, white blends, rose, skin-contact orange wines, pet-nat sparkling, natural wines (sourced from small growers across California).

The Anderson (Paso)

3090 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Thu-Mon 11:30am-9pm (last seating 8:30pm); Sunday Brunch 10:30am-3:30pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Rotating multi-producer selection via 'Fortress Flights' (small-lot Central Coast winemakers) rather than a single estate label.

The Royal Nonesuch Farm

1380 Live Oak Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Tue-Sun 11am-4pm (closed Mon). sustainable.

Varietals: Grenache, Graciano, Syrah, Clairette Blanche (7.5 acres estate, co-fermented, whole-bunch, native yeast, concrete/neutral oak aging); Kinero label focuses on white wines (Roussanne from James Berry Vineyard).

Tobin James Cellars

8950 Union Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20/person (waived with equal-dollar-amount wine purchase). Hours: Daily 10am-6pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Zinfandel (flagship 'Blue Moon', James Gang Reserve), Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Red Blend, plus white/rose/sparkling (35+ products on the tasting menu).

Ulloa Cellars

2915 Union Rd, Unit C, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $22/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase); crystal pairings $11.11 add-on. Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (open by appointment case-by-case outside these hours). dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Gruner Veltliner (flagship 'Baby Gruner'), Semillon, Verdejo, Pinot Blanc (specializes in obscure/unusual white varietals from the Central Coast).

Ultima Tulie

3070 Limestone Way, Unit C, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Thu-Mon 12-5pm (or by chance). sustainable.

Varietals: Micro-lot high-quality wines (minimal intervention, sustainability focus; specific varietals vary by vintage).

Via Vega Vineyard & Winery

2378 Adobe Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20 no-show/late fee benchmark; standard tasting fee not published, waived with bottle purchase. Hours: By appointment (phone only); Fri-Sat 11am-4pm, Sun 11am-2pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Aglianico, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Souzao, Syrah, Tinta Cao, Touriga Nacional, Zinfandel (11 varietals spanning France/Italy/Spain/Portugal).

Vigo Cellars

Hours: By appointment only.

Varietals: Picpoul Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Grenache, Syrah, Viognier, Rose (American Rhone focus; sourced from Rava Estate, Morro View, Nolan, Roblar, and Camp 4 Vineyards).

Villa Creek Cellars

5995 Peachy Canyon Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (MAHA Estate). Seated tasting by appointment (fee varies); Regenerative Organic & Biodynamic full experience $150/person ($100 members, includes barrel tasting and library selection). Hours: Mon-Wed 10am-3pm, Thu-Sun 10am-4pm (by appointment only). dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre (Rhone-style, from MAHA Estate + other westside Paso organically farmed vineyards).

Wine Boss

1317 Park St, Ste 2236, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Fri-Sat 1-7pm (closed Sun-Thu; open by reservation any day/time). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Nearly 20 wines featuring a Petit Verdot vertical and its rose, all garagiste-scale (under 1, 500 cases, majority under 300).

Willow Creek District

Allegretto Vineyard Resort

2700 Buena Vista Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. 20% service fee applies (large party fee for groups of 8+); vineyard tour + tasting $45-55/person ($30-40 for resort guests, complimentary for 2 members). Hours: Daily 11am-7pm (tableside patio service; resort itself open 24 hours). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Estate and single-vineyard wines from Estrella District and Willow Creek District vineyards.

Anglim Winery

3340 Ramada Dr, Ste D, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (relocated to Tin City/Ramada gateway from former downtown train-depot location). Historically complimentary; $5 reserve tasting (verify current). Hours: By appointment; hours vary (approx. daily 11am-6pm / 12-5pm - confirm ahead). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Viognier, Roussanne, Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah (Rhone varietals/blends); limited Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon.

AronHill Vineyards

3745 West Highway 46, Templeton, CA 93465. Hours: Tue-Sun 11am-5pm, closed Mon; adjoining AronHill Bistro 11am-3:30pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Primitivo, Cabernet Sauvignon.

Asuncion Ridge Vineyards

180 Bella Ranch Rd, Templeton, CA 93465 (Bella Tasting Lounge, Backroads Wine Trail. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (First Fridays extended to 5:30-8pm). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (specialty, incl. Windward Vineyard's Estate Pinot Noir), Rose, Chardonnay, Rhone varietals, Zinfandel, Bordeaux varietals.

Austin Hope Winery

Austin Hope & Treana Tasting Cellar: 1585 Live Oak Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (also Hope on Park downtown tasting room). $25/person. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm, reservations encouraged (often sells out 3-4 weeks ahead). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (flagship Austin Hope Cab), Grenache, Syrah, GSM/Rhone blends, Sauvignon Blanc, Graciano; brands incl. Treana, Quest, Troublemaker, Liberty School, AUSTIN.

Booker Vineyard

2644 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Classic $50, Bocce & Bottles $80, Terrace $100, Cave $250, Archives $400. Hours: Daily 10am-4pm, reservation only. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone varietals (OUBLIE, VERTIGO, FRACTURE, etc.).

Calcareous Vineyard

3430 Peachy Canyon Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30/person standard; premium flights $95. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm; lunch 10:30am-4:30pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Rose, Roussanne, Syrah, Viognier.

Caliza Winery

1525 Peachy Canyon Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30/person. Hours: Thu-Mon 10am-4:30pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Primitivo, Rose, Roussanne, Sparkling, Syrah, Tempranillo, Viognier.

Cerro Prieto Vineyard & Cellars

3432 Las Tablas/Willow Creek Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: By appointment only (historical).

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc.

Clayhouse

849 13th St, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (downtown tasting room; estate vineyard 'Red Cedar' east of Paso Robles). Historically $5, credited with purchase. Hours: Historically daily ~11am-6pm (hours vary by source, some show Wed-Sun only) - confirm current schedule.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Late Harvest Zinfandel, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Red Blend, Red Rhone Blend, Syrah, Zinfandel, Chenin Blanc, Rose.

Clos Solene Winery

2040 Niderer Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $60/person (applied toward purchase or waived entirely for wine club members). Hours: Daily 10am-4pm, by appointment.

Varietals: Rhone-style red and white blends, Grenache-forward reds (flagship 'Hommage a nos Pairs': 95% Grenache/3% Syrah/2% Viognier).

Copia Vineyards and Winery

5076 Mustard Creek Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25/person. Hours: Sun, Mon, Thu-Sat 10am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed; limited appointments available those days by request). outdoor seating, sustainable.

Varietals: Rhone and Bordeaux varietals: Syrah, Grenache, plus lesser-found varieties (flagship Source Syrah - 98pt rated, Story, Cure, Pursuit).

Crazy Woman Cellars

2525 Mitchell Ranch Way, Paso Robles, CA. $25 (4 wines). Hours: Sat 12-6pm (verify current schedule, hours have varied by source - Fri-Mon historically). Website.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Rose, Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, 'Brooklyn '37' (Grenache/Merlot blend).

Creekcut Winery

3770 Willow Creek Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Willow Creek District estate tasting room); also downtown presence at 500 12th St, Paso Robles. Seated tasting of 5 curated wines (2 flight options); complimentary tastings and industry discounts for hospitality-industry visitors with business card. Hours: Thu-Mon 10am-5pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Graciano, Grenache, Mourvedre, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Roussanne, Syrah, Tannat, Touriga Nacional (French-inspired, Rhone-focused estate).

Decemil Estate Wines

827-1/2 13th Street, Paso Robles, CA (Decemil Wine Tasting Lounge). Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-6pm (Fri-Sat until 7pm; closed Tue-Wed). sustainable.

Varietals: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre (100% estate, exclusively Rhone varietals; flagship 'Syzygy' GSM blend, Rose by Du Beau).

Denner Vineyards

5414 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30/person (Classic Tasting Flight, 5 wines; waived with 2+ bottle purchase or club membership). Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 10am-4:30pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone and Bordeaux style wines (Syrah, Grenache-based blends); flagship Dirt Worshipper (Wine Spectator Top 100, #18 in 2019).

Dilecta Wines

7970 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25 (5-wine flight); pairing experiences $45-50. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Graciano, Grenache, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Syrah, Tannat, Viognier, sparkling Blanc de Noirs.

Donatoni Winery

3225 Township Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Sat-Sun 12-5pm, first and third weekends Feb-Dec (verify current schedule; founder Hank Donatoni's passing was noted by a recent reviewer - recommend verifying current operating status).

Varietals: Barbera, Cabernet, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel (fan favorites: Zinfandel and Barbera).

Dunning Vineyards Estate Winery

1953 Niderer Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase per person). Hours: Fri-Mon 11am-5pm (Thu-Mon per some sources) and by advance appointment. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Meritage, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Petite Sirah, Grenache, Reserve Red Blends (dry-farmed estate, sustainable practices).

Epoch Estate Wines

7505 York Mountain Rd, Templeton, CA 93465. $30-50 depending on experience (Signature Tasting/Current Pours ~$40-50; History Tour $30, waived w/ $100 purchase). Hours: Daily 10am-4pm by appointment (Current Pours); History Tour first Sunday of month 10:30am. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Graciano, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Tempranillo, Zinfandel (100% estate from Paderewski, Catapult, York Mountain vineyards).

Four Lanterns Winery

2485 W Hwy 46, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm May-Sept; Thu-Mon 11am-5pm Oct-Apr (last reservation 4pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone varietals (Glass Hawk Vineyard, Willow Creek District) + Bordeaux/Spanish varietals (Jackie's Vineyard, Templeton Gap AVA).

Fulldraw Vineyard

2660 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93445. Hours: By appointment (Mon-Sun 10am-3:30pm per Yelp; some sources list 10am-3pm). outdoor seating, sustainable.

Varietals: Rhone varietals: Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Syrah, Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional, Red/White Rhone-Style Blends, Rose (100-acre limestone estate).

Giornata

Tin City: 470 Marquita Ave, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Daily 10am-4pm by appointment (walk-ins welcome based on seating availability). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Sangiovese, Aglianico, Vermentino, Fiano, orange wines made in amphorae (comprehensive Italian varietal lineup).

Grey Wolf Cellars

2174 Hwy 46 W, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (shares 'Barton Family Estate' property with Barton Family Wines). Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-4pm, Fri-Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Zinfandel (heritage varietal), Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux varieties, red and white Rhone varietals (dry-farmed vineyards across Willow Creek, Templeton Gap, Adelaida District AVAs).

Hoyt Family Vineyards

1322 Park St, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (downtown tasting room); 100+ acre ranch on the westside Willow Creek AVA, tours by appointment. Hours: Thu-Sat 12-8pm, Sun 12-5pm (closed Mon-Wed). dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Sparkling, Tempranillo, Viognier (sourced from Malibu Coast estate + 140-acre Willow Creek District Paso Robles ranch, all estate-grown).

Jack Creek Cellars

5265 Jack Creek Rd, Templeton, CA 93465. $20/flight (tasting flight format, also by glass/bottle). Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun by appointment (verify - some sources cite Thu-Mon 11-4:30pm). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Grenache, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Mourvedre (100% estate-grown, dry-farmed 40 acres).

Jada Vineyard & Winery

5620 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $35/person (Tree House or Oak Lounge classic tasting); $45/person (Empire VIP); $50/person (private Oak Grove). Hours: Daily 11am-4:45pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone and Bordeaux estate programs (Syrah, Grenache-based 'Hell's Kitchen' blend rated Jeb Dunnuck Top 100; Petit Verdot noted as one of Paso's first distinctive Bordeaux-style bottlings; Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot 'Strayts', Viognier).

Kaleidos

1990 Township Rd / 3075 Blue Rock Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Willow Creek District estate; address listed both ways across sources). By appointment tasting (fee not specifically published; historical $25-45 range). Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (by appointment/reservation required). Website.

Varietals: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre (Rhone varietal blends and vineyard-designate Syrah, hand-crafted).

Kiler Canyon Vineyard

3050 Blue Rock Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City tasting room; estate vineyard in Willow Creek District). Guided 90-minute tastings ~$35/person. Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (tastings); vineyard tours Thu-Mon. outdoor seating.

Varietals: Syrah, Mourvedre, Roussanne (Rhone-focused, with plans to add Grenache); 100% estate-sourced from 24 planted acres (62 total).

Law Estate Wines

3885 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $50/person. Hours: Thu-Tue by appointment only (closed Wed); 1-hr slots at 10, 11:30, 1, 2:30, 4. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Graciano, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose.

Levo Wines

2975 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). $30/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase or membership). Hours: Mon 11am-5pm, Tue-Wed 11am-4pm, Thu-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed during harvest). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Grenache, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Rhone whites (estate + top-tier grower-sourced fruit from Ballard Canyon AVA and Willow Creek District).

Linne Calodo Cellars

3030 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase, complimentary for members); Extended Experience $90/person ($50 members, 2-hour guided vineyard/cellar tour). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (Fri until 4:30pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Grenache, Syrah, Zinfandel (7-10 exclusive proprietary blends per year, blend-focused rather than single-varietal, sustainably farmed estate).

Lone Madrone

3750 Hwy 46 West, Templeton, CA 93465. $25-55 depending on experience. Hours: Daily 10:30am-5pm (Fri until 7pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc, Cinsault, Counoise, Grenache, Mourvedre, Nebbiolo, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Picpoul Blanc, Riesling, Rose, Roussanne, Syrah, Tannat, Viognier, Zinfandel; also Bristols hard cider.

Lopai Cellars

1380 Live Oak Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Daily 10am-4pm/5pm (Willow Creek District tasting room recently opened). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Grenache, and others as harvested (small-lot, varies by vintage).

LXV Wine

1306-B Pine St, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (downtown tasting room). $35/person (90-min guided tasting; $15 optional spice-pairing add-on); waived with 3-bottle purchase. Hours: Mon 10am-5pm, Tue 11am-4pm, Wed 10am-4pm, Thu-Sun 10am-5pm. outdoor seating, sustainable.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Nebbiolo, Petit Verdot, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Red Tuscan-Style Blend, Rose, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Sparkling, Syrah (estate Armaa.N Vineyard in Willow Creek + Bien Nacido, Portico Hills, and other premier sources).

Midnight Cellars

2925 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (some sources cite 5:30pm close). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec (Bordeaux, south-facing slopes), Zinfandel, Chardonnay (terraced); flagship blends Full Moon Red, Mare Nectaris, Zenith Estate Cuvee, Gemini Reserve Red, Aurora.

My Favorite Neighbor

2644 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (shares the Booker Vineyard property; own dedicated 'MFN Lounge'). Hours: Mon 11am-5pm, Tue-Wed 1-5pm, Thu-Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Red Blend (Cabernet Sauvignon-led), White Blend (Chardonnay-driven), Rose - sourced from neighboring vineyards (Denner, Alta Colina, Gateway, Parrish, Lopai, Moon Springs) throughout San Luis Obispo County.

Niner Wine Estates

2400 CA-46 (Hwy 46 West), Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20 (public); complimentary for club members depending on tier. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm; restaurant lunch 12-3pm Thu-Sun. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Chardonnay, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Malbec, Petit Verdot; flagship blend Fog Catcher.

ONX Wines

2910 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City); estate at Templeton Gap, also owns Kiler Canyon Vineyard in Willow Creek. $25/person Current Release Tasting (waived with 2-bottle purchase or Collective Club enrollment); $95/person ($75 members) Cellar'd private tasting; $45/person Estate vineyard tour. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (last tasting seating 4pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone-focused blends (flagship 'Level 22' Rhone-style red), estate Syrah, small-lot cuvees; Kiler Canyon Cuvee (library selection).

Opolo Vineyards

7110 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30/person standard flight, $50/person reserve flight (waived with 2-bottle purchase); Willow Creek Distillery spirits tasting $20/person (waived with $50 spirits purchase). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (last tasting starts 4pm; food service starts 11am). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Barbera, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Muscat Canelli, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Port-Style, Primitivo, Sangiovese, Rose, Zinfandel (flagship Mountain Zinfandel, one of Paso's first zin houses; 20 varietals).

Red Soles Winery

3230 Oakdale Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $5-15/person (credited with purchase). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (per most current sources). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Petite Sirah (flagship '2004 Kick-Off' Petite Sirah/Zinfandel blend), Grenache/Syrah/Mourvedre blend, dessert wines.

Riboli Family of San Antonio Winery

2610 Buena Vista Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Tasting Room daily ~10am-6pm (varies; Maddalena Restaurant Wed-Sun, closed Tue). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: San Simeon, Maddalena, Highlands 41, Opaque, Windstream, Riboli Family label wines (Bordeaux, Rhone varietals; estate vineyards in El Pomar, Creston, Willow Creek Districts).

Ruby Cellars

6175 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422. $15/person. Hours: Fri-Sun 12pm-5pm (sources vary Thu-Sun); Mon-Thu private tastings by appointment only. dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Port-style red blend.

Seven Oxen Estate Wines

1244 Pine St, Ste 102C, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (downtown tasting room, near corner of 13th & Railroad; estate vineyard is a separate 130-acre westside property). $48/person (Friday reservation tastings; other pricing varies by experience). Hours: Thu-Mon by appointment 11am-5pm; walk-ins welcome Fri-Sat 12-5pm. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Grenache, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Tannat, Zinfandel (flagship Cassidy Rhone blend and estate Zinfandel, Templeton Gap-cooled).

Shale Oak Winery

3235 Oakdale Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Thu 10am-5pm, Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm (closed Mon-Wed, though Tue-Wed available by appointment). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Red Blend, Rose, Syrah, Viognier, Zinfandel.

The Farm Winery

10920 Chimney Rock Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: No regular public tasting room; limited annual open-house weekends + by-appointment at 15C Wine Shop & Bar in Templeton. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (flagship 'Cardinal', 'Old Union'), Malbec ('Old Pro'), Petit Verdot ('Pura Vida'), Grenache-based blend ('Touchy-Feely'), 'Primal Scream', 'The Big Game' (Rhone/Bordeaux blend), 'LPF'.

Thibido Winery

1520 Kiler Canyon Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-4pm, by appointment Mon 11am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, sustainable.

Varietals: Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah, Carignan (100% CCOF Certified Organic estate Willow Creek District fruit; flagship 'Hippie Hill', 'Carnala', 'The Bedfellow', 'Just Because' carbonic Syrah).

Torrin Wines

6360 Peachy Canyon Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $50/person (current release flight); waived for wine club members (4 tastings/visit); library/vertical experiences $120-135/person ($70-85 members). Hours: Daily 10am-4pm, by appointment.

Varietals: Rhone varietals grown on lime calcareous/siliceous shale hillsides (Torrin label); Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Santa Barbara County under sister label 'Lagom'.

TRUSS

870 Arbor Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Thu-Mon 10am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Estate-grown Rhone varieties and coastally-grown Burgundian grapes ('Beauty in Structure' philosophy).

Turley Wine Cellars

2900 Vineyard Drive, Templeton, CA 93465. $35/person. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Zinfandel and Petite Sirah (old-vine, organically farmed, from Ueberroth/Dusi/Pesenti vineyards).

Turtle Rock Vineyards

3075 Blue Rock Rd, Unit A, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City). $40/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase). Hours: Wed-Mon 10am-4pm (closed Tue). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone-focused red blends, Rhone white, Rose of Grenache, newest Cabernet-based blend; flagship 'Maturin' (Syrah/Graciano/Grenache from James Berry Vineyard) earned 99 points from Jeb Dunnuck for both the 2016 and 2017 vintages.

Venteux Vineyards

1795 Las Tablas Rd, Templeton, CA 93465. Seated tasting (indoor or patio, fee varies). Hours: Daily 12-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose (traditional/native-yeast winemaking, less than 3, 000 cases/year).

Volatus Wine

3230 Oakdale Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20/person (5-wine flight, waived with bottle purchase or wine club membership); Library/Reserve tasting $60/person ($40 members). Hours: Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Thu). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Tempranillo, Tannat (100% Tannat bottling, 'Bloody Well Right'), Rhone and Bordeaux blends, Chardonnay ('Charlie Chardonnay'), flagship 'TOPGUN Cuvee'.

Willow Creek Wine Co.

4070 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. By appointment (Current Release, Focus, and Futures Barrel tastings); Comparative Flight Experience $75/person ($55 club members). Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11:30am-4pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Old-vine Chenin Blanc (specialty), estate Syrah, Rhone-style blends (flagship estate project 'In Medias Res').

Zobeto Wines

1385 Arbor Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30/person. Hours: Mon 2-5pm, Thu 2-5pm, Fri 12-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). Website.

Varietals: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre (estate + sourced from Willow Creek and Templeton Gap AVAs; small lot, native fermentation, neutral oak).

Adelaida District

Adelaida Vineyards

5805 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Classic $20-25, Signature $50 (incl. cheese). Hours: 6 days/week 10am-4pm, closed Tuesdays. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Cinsault, Counoise, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Mourvedre, Picpoul Blanc, Pinot Noir, Sparkling, Syrah, Zinfandel.

Alta Colina Vineyard

2825 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $10-25 (Tasting Room Flight); Summit Vineyard $70/person. Hours: Daily 10am-4pm (last tasting 3:45pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: 8 Rhone varieties (Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Counoise, etc.).

Arbuckle Ridge

Tasting by appointment in Paso Robles (exact address not widely published - contact via website for location); estate is the Saunders Vineyard, planted 1992. Hours: By appointment, Thu-Sun 11am-4pm. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Counoise, Graciano, Grenache, Malbec, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot (Saunders Vineyard estate fruit, Adelaida District; whole-cluster and co-fermentation experimentation).

Brecon Estate

7450 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (mailing: PO Box 1506, Templeton, CA 93465). $30/person. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm by appointment. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable.

Varietals: Albarino, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Malbec, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Syrah, Tannat, Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional, Viognier, Zinfandel.

Caparone Winery

2280 San Marcos Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Complimentary. Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-4pm (no reservation required). Website.

Varietals: Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Aglianico (Italian varietals; also Zinfandel, Cabernet); 100% single-varietal, unfined/unfiltered.

Carmody McKnight

11240 Chimney Rock Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Historically daily 10am-5pm; recent listings show Saturday-only (verify current schedule). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir; dessert wine 'Kathleen' (100% estate blends).

Crush Vineyard

3773 Ruth Way Suite B, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase or wine club membership). Hours: Thu-Sun 12-4pm, Mon by appointment (closed Tue-Wed). dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Tannat and Tempranillo (specialty/flagship varietals grown on the estate's highly calcareous westside soils).

DAOU Vineyards

2777 Hidden Mountain Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $40-$50/person (Discover DAOU); premium experiences $65-$95. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm, reservations required. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (Soul of a Lion flagship), Bordeaux blends, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Viognier.

Dubost Winery

9988 Chimney Rock Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-4pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Carmenere, Chenin Blanc, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Nebbiolo, Petite Sirah, Rose, Roussanne, Sangiovese, Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Viognier (incl. Alexandrine white Rhone blend).

Grosso Kresser Vineyard

7300 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon (flagship, 14 acres of nearly 50-year-old vines), Chardonnay, Viognier, Zinfandel; signature 'Candere' Bordeaux blend.

Halter Ranch Vineyard

8910 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Estate tasting + lunch pricing varies; Cave Tour $64 members/$80 public (+20% service fee). Hours: Daily 10:30am-5pm; lunch 11am-3:30pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Alicante Bouschet, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Malbec, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Picpoul Blanc, Port-Style, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Sparkling.

IIWII Wines

2725 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20 deposit, credited toward purchase. Hours: Fri-Mon 10am-3pm (Sat-Sun until 5pm in summer); Tue-Thu by appointment. Website.

Varietals: Clairette Blanche, Picpoul Blanc, Roussanne (intricate Rhone whites), Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre (500 cases/year, 96-point-rated 2023 Red blend).

JUSTIN Vineyards

11680 Chimney Rock Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (also Downtown Tasting Room: 811 12th St). $50-125 depending on experience (Estate $50, Premium $70, etc.). Hours: Estate: daily 11am-5pm (lunch 11am-3pm Thu-Mon); Downtown: varies by day. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend (flagship ISOSCELES), Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Malbec, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc.

Kiamie Wine Cellars

9750 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (also downtown Paso tasting room). ~$5-20 (older data: $5 credited with purchase). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (reservations required for 6+). Website.

Varietals: Grenache, Rose, Meritage-style Red Blends.

Kukkula Wine Cellars

9515 Chimney Rock Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: By appointment; regular tasting Thu-Mon 10am-4pm, Reserve tasting daily. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Counoise, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Syrah, White Rhone-Style Blend.

Loma Seca Vineyards

4300 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30/person (5+ wine flight, waived with $50 purchase per person or club membership). Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-4pm (walk-in), Mon & Thu by appointment (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Garnacha Tinta (Grenache), Syrah, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Primitivo, Grenache Blanc, Vermentino, Riesling (9 varieties, all hand-farmed/dry-farmed).

McPrice Myers Wines

3525 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25/person (waived with $75 purchase or same-day wine club membership). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (last tasting 4pm, later on live-music days). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Mourvedre, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Syrah, Viognier, White Rhone-Style Blend, Zinfandel (Rhone-style wines from Paso Robles and Santa Barbara County; portfolio includes 4 brands).

Oso Libre Winery

7383 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25/person (5 wines, standard); $75/person Reserve Tasting ($50 for members). Hours: Daily 11am-4pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvedre, Primitivo, Viognier (estate, extended barrel-aging technique).

Parrish Family Vineyard

3590 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $35/person (5-wine flight); waived with $65 purchase or wine club membership. Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed); last reservation 4:30pm, kitchen closes 4:15pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (flagship, incl. Clone 6 - 96pt Wine Enthusiast), Bordeaux-Style Blend (Silken, Four Chords), Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Grenache, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Zinfandel.

Rockbound Cellars

1102 Railroad St, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (inside 'The Bottle Shop' in the Railroad Historic District downtown; estate vineyard in the Adelaida District). $25/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase). Hours: Thu 12-7pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm, Sun 12-5pm (closed Mon-Wed). dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Counoise, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Syrah (Bordeaux and Rhone varietals, estate-grown, organically farmed).

Six Mile Bridge Winery

5120 Peachy Canyon Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $30 tasting credit with 3-bottle purchase (Estate Tasting, 5 wines). Hours: Daily 10am-4pm (tasting appointments until 3:45pm). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-style blends and varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc (flagship red blend primarily Cabernet Franc).

Tablas Creek Vineyard

9339 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25/person (general); $75/person (Legacy Tasting, $40 for members). Hours: Daily 10am-4pm tasting appointments (open until 5pm for purchases). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Viognier, Picpoul Blanc, Mourvedre, Grenache, Syrah, Counoise (imported clones from Chateau de Beaucastel; flagship Esprit de Tablas blends).

Thacher Winery

8355 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20/person Current Release tasting (waived with 2-bottle purchase); Buy the Bottle tasting available daily (fee = cost of bottles, not waived/discounted). Hours: Daily 11am-4:30pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Zinfandel, Alicante Bouschet, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Chenin Blanc, Cinsault, Counoise, Graciano, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Merlot, Mourvedre, Nebbiolo, Negrette, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Rhone/Bordeaux blends, Sparkling, Syrah, Valdiguie, Viognier (sourced Paso Robles westside + Southern Monterey County).

V1NO JUAN

840 11th St Suite #3, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: Mon-Tue,Thu 4-8pm, Fri-Sun 11am-8pm (closed Wed). Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Grenache Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Syrah, Bordeaux blends (flagship bottlings incl. Besos Verdes, Lagrimas Secas, Sweet Encanto); fruit from Santa Helena Vineyard, Adelaida District.

Templeton Gap District

Bella Luna Estate Winery

1850 Templeton Rd, Templeton, CA 93465. ~$10 (6-wine tasting). Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 10am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed; by appointment). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Arneis, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Tempranillo (flagship Estate Riserva Super-Tuscan blend, Fighter Pilot Red).

Bethel Rd. Distillery & Winery

1266 N Bethel Rd, Templeton, CA 93465. Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Small-batch single-varietal wines grown exclusively in the Templeton Gap; spirits include Neutral Brandy, Grappa di Moscato, Gin, aged Brandies, liqueurs (all from organic estate-grown grapes).

Caelesta Wines, Vineyard, and Truffiere

2855 El Pomar Dr, Templeton, CA 93465 (estate); also a downtown Paso Robles presence has been referenced at 618 12th St - verify current primary tasting location. Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Assyrtiko, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Syrah, Tempranillo, Viognier (Rhone, Bordeaux, and Spanish varieties, first estate fruit used 2019).

CLESI Winery

1873 Templeton Rd, Templeton, CA 93465. $10/person (historical). Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating.

Varietals: Malvasia Bianca, Dolcetto, Sangiovese, Nero d'Avola, Negro Amaro, Barbera, Aglianico, Greco, Montepulciano, Sagrantino (rare heirloom Italian varietals; flagship 'Convivio' blend).

Orchid Hill Vineyards

Hours: No active public tasting room (per current listings).

Varietals: Pinot Noir (flagship), Viognier, Muscat Canelli, Grenache, Syrah, Sangiovese, Zinfandel Primi.

Seven Angels

2985 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20/person (waived with 1-bottle-per-person purchase). Hours: Fri-Sun 12-5pm, and by appointment. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Petite Sirah (original focus, 2009), Rhone and Bordeaux-style reds and whites, food-friendly approachable styles.

SummerWood Winery

2175 Arbor Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. 5-wine seated or bar tasting (fee varies by experience); Saturday Gazebo reserve tasting $55/person with cheese pairing. Hours: Wed-Mon 10am-5pm (closed Tue). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: American Rhone and Bordeaux-style limited-production wines.

Estrella District

Barrel 27 Wine Company

3525 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (shared tasting room with McPrice Myers). Hours: Verify - not reliably open for regular public tastings; confirm with winery.

Varietals: Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah, Tempranillo, Zinfandel, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Viognier, Moscato (Rhone varietals).

Broken Earth Winery

1650 Ramada Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Complimentary to modest (historically complimentary; verify current). Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-7pm, Fri-Sat 10am-9pm (kitchen Thu-Mon; verify - one Yelp restaurant listing shows CLOSED but winery site/chamber show operating). outdoor seating, sustainable.

Varietals: Albarino, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Malbec, Merlot (brands: Broken Earth, Chimmin Canyon, Pull, Quadrant, Triptych).

Defiance Vineyard

5650 Calle Las Colinas, Creston, CA 93432. Hours: Fri-Sat 12-5pm (private tastings Thu-Sun by appointment). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable.

Varietals: Petite Sirah, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Rose (estate wines launched September 2020, wines rated 90-96 points).

Four Sisters Ranch Vineyards & Winery

2995 Pleasant Rd, San Miguel, CA 93451. $15/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase). Hours: Wed-Thu, Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Mon-Tue). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Sparkling wine, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Dessert wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Tempranillo, Zinfandel, Bordeaux and Rhone-style red blends (flagship Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, 'Sacheen' Bordeaux Blend).

Tackitt Family Vineyards

6640 Von Dollen Road, San Miguel, CA 93451. Hours: Thu-Sun 12-5pm (Mon & Wed by appt). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gewurztraminer, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Tempranillo, Zinfandel; also sparkling wines.

Villa San Juliette

6385 Cross Canyons Rd, San Miguel, CA 93451. Hours: Thu-Mon 10am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Alicante Bouschet, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Gris, Red Blend, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Zinfandel (100% estate-grown, twelve varieties from one vineyard).

San Miguel District

High Camp Wines

3439 Ranchita Canyon Rd, San Miguel, CA 93451 (estate); also downtown Paso Robles tasting room location (opened summer 2025). Hours: Estate: Sat 12-5pm (Fri also historically, verify current); Downtown: Fri-Sat 12-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Chardonnay, Grenache, Marsanne, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah (11 varietals grown estate-wide, both 'Old World' and modern winemaking techniques).

Kahal Family Vineyards

72761 Indian Valley Rd, San Miguel, CA 93451. Hours: By appointment only.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (estate, 11.5 acres each), Albarino, Rose, Chardonnay, Petit Verdot (Paso Robles sourced).

San Marcos Creek Vineyard

7750 N Hwy 101, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $5/person (historical; waived with bottle purchase). Hours: Historically daily 11am-5pm (verify current). outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel (specialty), Chardonnay, Merlot, Nebbiolo, Viognier, White Merlot, late harvest Zinfandel.

Santellan Vineyards

7750 US-101 S, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Paso Robles north end, off Highway 101). Tasting room fee (specific amount not published). Hours: Fri-Mon 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Thu, though some sources note Tue-Thu by appointment). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Tempranillo, Nebbiolo, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Albarino, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Sparkling Brut Rose, Sparkling Moscato, plus fruit dessert wines (Blackberry, Mango, Pomegranate, Raspberry) and a California Red Blend/Rose.

El Pomar District

Kula

6200 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422 (tasting room in downtown Atascadero; estate vineyard in Templeton's El Pomar District). 5-wine tasting of choice, paired with Hawaiian Kitchen bites. Hours: Tue-Sun 3-8pm (closed Mon). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Dessert wine, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Petite Sirah, Picpoul Blanc, Rose (estate: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah; additional Rhone/Bordeaux purchased fruit).

Still Waters Vineyards

2750 Old Grove Ln, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $20/person (waived with 2-bottle purchase). Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-5pm (tastings 11am-4pm, wine by glass/bottle until 4:45pm). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Primitivo, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Pinot Gris (22+ wines, estate-grown, sustainable).

The Fableist Wine Co.

5036 S El Pomar Rd, Templeton, CA 93465 (main estate tasting room). $25/person (waived with qualifying purchase); picnic bottle service $25/hour with 2-bottle minimum purchase. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Zinfandel, Verdelho, Aglianico, Blanc de Blanc sparkling, and other story-driven blends.

Creston District

B & E Vineyard & Winery

10000 Creston Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $5/person (credited to purchase). Hours: Saturdays 11am-4pm (by appointment other days, call ahead Sun-Fri). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Bordeaux blends, Red Rhythm blend, Rose.

Ella's Vineyard

3775 Ruth Way, Ste B, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City Annex); estate vineyard/wedding venue at 8790 E Hwy 41, Creston, CA 93432. Hours: Daily 11am-7pm. dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Primitivo, Montepulciano (Italian varietals) blended with Italian clones of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot to create Super Tuscan-style wines; specializes in Italian varietals 'perhaps the best made outside of Italy'.

Geneseo District

Cass Vineyards and Winery

7350 Linne Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446. $25/person. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (cafe same hours). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Marsanne, Mourvedre, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Roussanne, Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Viognier, White Rhone-Style Blend (100% estate-grown, ENTAV certified clones).

Santa Barbara (166)

Sta. Rita Hills

10 Ninths

Sta. Rita Hills AVA, near Lompoc, CA (former Hilliard Bruce estate, ~5 mi east of Lompoc off Hwy 246). Hours: By appointment (contact via 10ninths.com). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah (experimental), sparkling wine program in development.

Alma Rosa Winery

1623 Mission Dr, Ste M, Solvang, CA 93463 (also private estate/ranch experiences in Sta. Rita Hills, Buellton area). $30-50 (Solvang tastings); Vineyard Hikes & Tastings $95-125 (Buellton estate); private ranch tasting $55/person. Hours: Mon 12-6pm, Wed-Sun 12-8pm (closed Tue); ranch private tastings Thu-Sun by appointment. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Grenache, Rose, sparkling (El Jabali Estate + select Sta. Rita Hills vineyards).

Ampelos Cellars

312 N 9th St, Lompoc, CA 93436 (Lompoc Wine Ghetto); estate Ampelos Vineyard in Sta. Rita Hills. Tasting fee (confirm current). Hours: Tasting room hours vary (Lompoc Wine Ghetto; many rooms Thu-Sun/Fri-Sun) - confirm ahead. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, Viognier, Rose (estate-grown Sta. Rita Hills).

Arcadian Winery

Hours: By appointment / limited (verify - historically not a walk-in tasting room). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah (Burgundian/age-worthy style; sourced from top Santa Barbara/Santa Maria vineyards incl. Sanford & Benedict, Bien Nacido).

Babcock Winery & Vineyards

5175 E Hwy 246, Lompoc, CA 93436. Two tasting flights offered (fee varies); wines by glass/bottle. Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-5:30pm (no reservations needed for parties of 7 or fewer). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris (estate specialties); also Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Carignan, Mencia, Picpoul, Verdelho, Petit Verdot, Grenache; non-alcoholic options.

Badge Winery

Hours: Unverified - no confirmed public tasting room.

Varietals: Unverified (likely Sta. Rita Hills cool-climate varietals - Pinot Noir/Chardonnay/Syrah).

Barden Wines

59 Industrial Way, Buellton, CA 93427. Hours: Sun-Thu 12-7pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm (Santa Barbara Funk Zone location, shared w/ Margerum). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah (100% Sta. Rita Hills sourced).

Brewer-Clifton

329 North F St., Lompoc, CA 93436. $35/person (vineyard-designate flight, Los Olivos); Lompoc private tasting by appointment. Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-4pm (Los Olivos); Lompoc winery by appointment/invitation only. Website.

Varietals: 100% Estate/single-vineyard Pinot Noir and Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills).

Byron Vineyards & Winery

5250 Tepusquet Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (estate). Custom 'Byron Experience' tasting (appointment-based; historically ~$10-20 at former tasting room). Hours: By appointment only (email required). Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (site-specific, block-by-block), Chardonnay.

Camins 2 Dreams

1520 E Chestnut Ct, Lompoc, CA 93436 (Lompoc Wine Ghetto). $20/person (5 pours, up to 6 guests). Hours: Fri 1-6pm, Sat 12-6pm, Sun 12-5pm (closed Mon-Thu, other days by appointment). dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Syrah, Gruner Veltliner (cool-climate specialties); natural/wild yeast, low SO2.

Carr Winery

414 N Salsipuedes St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (also Santa Ynez Warehouse: 3563 Numancia St #101, Santa Ynez). Historically ~$10 (Thirsty Thursday $5 tastings/glasses); verify current pricing. Hours: Santa Barbara: Mon-Wed,Sun 12-7pm, Thu 12-8pm, Fri 12-9pm, Sat 12-8pm; Santa Ynez Warehouse: daily ~12-6pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache, Sauvignon Blanc, Sangiovese, Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot Gris (sourced from ~6 managed Santa Barbara County vineyards, incl. Sta. Rita Hills Turner Vineyard).

Casa Cassara Winery & Vineyard

1607 Mission Dr, Ste 112, Solvang, CA 93463 (estate vineyard in Sta. Rita Hills). $15 (select 5 wines from 11 options). Hours: Sun-Mon,Wed-Thu 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 12-7pm (closed Tue); no reservations required. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (estate specialty, flagship 'Castrenze'), Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, plus Italian varietals (Arneis, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Nero d'Avola, Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Vermentino); blends 'Sam's Dago Red', 'Bennie's Blend', Super Tuscan 'Fratello'.

Challen Winery

2330 Westgate Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93455. Hours: No tasting room (online/DTC only). Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (7 single-vineyard bottlings), Chardonnay (3 bottlings), plus AVA blends; some custom Syrah.

Chanin

300 N 12th St, Lompoc, CA 93436 (Lompoc Wine Ghetto). $35/person. Hours: By appointment only (21+), 48 hours' notice requested. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (single-vineyard, unblended, lower-alcohol style).

Clementine Carter Wines

388 Bell Street, Los Alamos, CA 93440. $40/person (6-wine pre-poured flight). Hours: Not fully specified - contact via wine hotline 805-344-1900. outdoor seating.

Varietals: Cool-climate Rhone varieties, especially Grenache and Mourvedre (Sta. Rita Hills sourced).

Clos Pepe

4777 E Hwy 246, Lompoc, CA 93436. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (historical; grapes now go to Walt Wines and other allocated producers).

Cotiere

Tasting Room: 645 Bell St, Ste 101, Los Alamos, CA 93440. Hours: Thu-Sun 12-5pm (Los Alamos tasting room). Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Aligote, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc (sourced from Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Napa Valley).

Curran

4457 Santa Rosa Rd Ste #5, Lompoc, CA 93436 (D'Alfonso-Curran Wines - shared facility/label). Hours: By appointment only, no walk-ins (working winery). Website.

Varietals: Curran label: Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Grenache Blanc, Grenache Gris (Italian/Spanish varietals + Rhone whites); D'Alfonso-Curran label: vineyard-designated Pinot Noir, Chardonnay.

Diatom

2367 Alamo Pintado Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (By Greg Brewer tasting room, shared with Brewer-Clifton and Ex Post Facto). $35/person (Vineyard Designate flight, 60-90 min); complimentary for members. Hours: Thu-Tue 10am-4pm, by reservation (walk-ins welcome when space allows). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay only (single varietal focus; night-harvested, stainless steel fermented, no malolactic or oak).

Domaine De La Cote

Tasting room in Lompoc Wine Ghetto (shared with sister label Sandhi, ~1712 Industrial Way area/1503 E Chestnut Ave); vineyards in western Sta. Rita Hills, winery in Lompoc. ~$50/person (tasting; vineyard tour options available). Hours: By appointment; Yelp lists Mon,Thu-Sun 11am-4pm (verify current). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (single-vineyard: Memorious, Bloom's Field, Siren's Call, Clos Juliet, La Cote); sister label Sandhi = Chardonnay, Pinot, sparkling.

Donnachadh Vineyard & Winery

2938 San Marcos Ave, Suite 101, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (tasting room); vineyard on Santa Rosa Rd, Sta. Rita Hills. $40/flight. Hours: Wed-Mon 11am-5pm (closed Tue). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Gamay Noir (285-acre estate, Santa Rosa Rd).

Dragonette Cellars

2445 Alamo Pintado Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (production facility in Buellton). $15/person standard (waived with 3-bottle purchase); The Study $50/person ($20 for wine club members). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's); The Study & Buellton tour by appointment only. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc (first love), Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, Chardonnay, Rhone blends; ultra-rare 'Black Label' single-vineyard wines.

Evan's Ranch

2901 Grand Avenue, Suite B, Los Olivos, CA. $25-30/person (5 wines, choice of Evan's Ranch Estate or Gainey Estate). Hours: Daily 12-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah (6 wines total, 100-400 case lots, Sta. Rita Hills estate, acquired 1997).

Fess Parker Winery

6200 Foxen Canyon Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Classic Flight $25, Enhanced Flight $35, Private Room Tasting $75 ($60 club), Addendum Cabernet tasting $60 ($48 club), Group tasting $60 ($50 club). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Rhone varietals (Syrah, Grenache) from estate Rodney's Vineyard; Pinot Noir & Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills/Santa Maria sourced); Addendum Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (single-vineyard).

Fiddlehead Cellars

1597 E Chestnut Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436. Historically $15 (5 wines) or $20 (8 wines). Hours: By appointment only (call 805-735-7728 or email tastings@fiddleheadcellars.com). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir (core focus), Gruner Veltliner (estate, newer addition); flagship 'Lollapalooza' Pinot Noir, '728' bottling.

Flying Goat Cellars

1520 E Chestnut Ct, Unit A, Lompoc, CA 93436 (Lompoc Wine Ghetto). $10 (historical; reservations not required). Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed). Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (vineyard-designated, from Ampelos, Bien Nacido, Dierberg, Nielson, Rancho Santa Rosa, Rio Vista, Sierra Madre, Solomon Hills), Pinot Gris; sparkling wines under 'Goat Bubbles' and 'YNOT' labels.

Foley Estate Vineyard & Winery

6121 E Hwy 246, Lompoc, CA 93436. $15 (5-wine flight); Barrel Tasting & Production Tour $50 members/$60 non-members (weekend only). Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-5pm, last reservation 3:30pm (per some sources; verify against pop-up tasting schedule). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir (estate-grown, emphasis on both).

Fontes and Phillips

3630 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. Hours: Historically Thu-Mon 11am-5pm (Santa Ynez location). Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Rose (vineyard-designated, e.g. La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir).

Fuil Wines

No dedicated public tasting room currently (LA-area pop-ups); own SB tasting room in development.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Mourvedre and other Rhone-leaning varietals (sustainably/organically/biodynamically farmed, Santa Ynez Valley sourced).

Gainey Vineyard

3950 E Hwy 246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 (Home Ranch). $25-30/person (Limited Selection Estate flight). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm, last seating 4pm (some sources note Mon-Thu 12-5pm/Fri-Sat 11-6pm/Sun 11-5pm - verify current). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah (100% estate grown across 3 ranches: Home Ranch, Evan's Ranch, Rancho Esperanza).

Hitching Post Wines

420 East Highway 246, Buellton, CA 93427. Hours: Wed-Sun 11:30am-5pm (closed Mon-Tue). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Up to 10 vineyard-designated Pinot Noirs annually, flagship 'Highliner' blend, Chenin Blanc, Sparkled Rose, red blends, Pet Nat.

Holus Bolus & Joy Fantastic

2902 San Marcos Avenue, Unit B, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Hours: Daily 12-5pm. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Gamay (estate, The Joy Fantastic vineyard); Roussanne, Genuine Risk Cabernet blend (purchased fruit).

J. Wilkes

35 State Street, Suite B, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (Funk Zone, one block from beach/Stearns Wharf). Hours: Varies - some listings show Sun 12-7pm; reservations recommended (verify current days/hours, some sources flag prior location as closed/relocated). Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Rose, Sparkling, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Viognier, Cabernet Franc (sub-appellated Central Coast wines).

Jaffurs Wine Cellars

819 E Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. $10/person, waived with purchase. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. Website.

Varietals: Syrah, Grenache, Petite Sirah, Mourvedre, Viognier, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc (~5, 000 cases/year from Thompson, Bien Nacido, Larner, Kimsey, Stolpman vineyards).

Ken Brown Wines

70 Industrial Way, Buellton, CA 93427 (at Terravant Wine Co.). $25/person, waived with $50 purchase. Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed). Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (small lots, ~250 cases each) from Sanford & Benedict, Radian, Rita's Crown, La Encantada, Rancho La Vina; also Syrah and Chardonnay.

Kessler-Haak

Tasting Room: 300 N 12th St, Lompoc, CA 93436 (Lompoc Wine Center/Ghetto); Vineyard: 1700 Gypsy Canyon Rd, Lompoc. Tasting fee (complimentary for club members). Hours: Tasting room: Thu 1-5pm, Fri 12-6pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4:30pm (varies; verify); vineyard tastings Fri-Sat 2-5pm by appointment. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, sparkling wines (estate-grown); also Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Nebbiolo.

Kings Carey

Solvang, CA (new industrial winery/tasting space opened Nov 2023, steps from village center). Hours: By appointment only (email James@KingsCarey.com). Website.

Varietals: Semillon, Chardonnay, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cabernet Franc, Grenache, Rose of Grenache (CCOF-certified organic Spear Vineyard among sources).

LaBarge Winery

2380 Sweeney Rd, Lompoc, CA 93436 (Sta. Rita Hills estate, farthest western edge). $75/person (Tour & Tasting, max 6 guests); $125/person (Lunch & Tasting Experience). Hours: By appointment only, Monday-Saturday (very limited Sept 1-Nov 1 during harvest). dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, Viognier (17 acres, indigenous yeast fermentation).

Lafond Winery & Vineyards

6855 Santa Rosa Rd, Buellton, CA 93427. $25/person (5 current release + 1 library wine, private tasting, 24hr reservation required). Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills and broader Santa Ynez Valley appellations).

Lincourt Vineyards

1711 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, CA 93463. Hours: Sat-Sun 11am-5pm only (per current listings; verify weekday availability). Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir (ultra-premium, small-lot bottlings named for influential people in Bill Foley's life).

Longoria Wines

2935 Grand Ave., Los Olivos, CA 93441. $15/person (5 wines). Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 12-5pm (closed Tue-Wed); Friday Happy Hour 4-7pm. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Albarino (Fe Ciega Estate Vineyard), small lots 50-500 cases.

Luna Hart / Piazza Family Wines

2445 Alamo Pintado Ave, Unit 102, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (shared tasting room; winery at Bella Vista Vineyard, Ballard Canyon). Flight tasting at Los Olivos room; private winery tastings by appointment. Hours: Thu-Mon 12-6pm (Los Olivos tasting room); private winery/vineyard tastings by appointment. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Luna Hart: Sauvignon Blanc, Gruner Veltliner, Syrah, Cabernet Franc (lower alcohol, high acid). Piazza: estate Nebbiolo, Chardonnay, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Italian varietals (Bella Vista + Mt. Carmel vineyards).

Mail Road Wines

133 East De La Guerra Street #106, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Website.

Varietals: Wines from the historic Mt. Carmel Vineyard (soils adjacent to Sea Smoke).

Marbeso

Hours: By appointment only. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, skin-contact/orange wine, Gamay (sourced from Sta. Rita Hills and Santa Cruz Mountains, e.g. Spear Vineyard, Radian Vineyard).

Margerum Wine Company

59 Industrial Way, Buellton, CA 93427. Hours: Sun-Thu 12-7pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Rhone varietals (Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Counoise, Syrah - M5 red/white blends), Sauvignon Blanc, Rose (18-acre Estate Vineyard, Los Olivos District AVA).

Melville Winery

5185 E Hwy 246, Lompoc, CA 93436 (Estate Winery); also Santa Barbara Tasting Lounge (Funk Zone, opened 2018 at Hotel Californian). $35/person (classic flight); waived for wine club members even if joining day-of. Hours: Estate: Sun-Thu 11am-4pm, Fri-Sat 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah (100% estate-grown), Viognier.

Montemar

1501 E Chestnut Ct STE E, Lompoc, CA 93436. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Sourced from Sta. Rita Hills and other Santa Barbara County AVAs (same vineyard blocks since 1990s); small-lot bottlings for club members.

Peake Ranch

Sta. Rita Hills, Buellton, CA area (historic Sanford tasting room site, featured in the film Sideways) - exact street address not consistently published; contact via website for current location. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (reservations strongly recommended). outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Grenache, Gruner Veltliner (estate across 3 vineyards).

Pence Vineyards & Winery

1909 Hwy 246, Buellton, CA 93427. Hours: By appointment only (Mon, Wed-Sun 10am-4pm typical; closed Tue). outdoor seating, sustainable.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Gamay (estate grown, organically farmed, 47 acres).

Piedrasassi

1501 E Chestnut Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436 (Lompoc Wine Ghetto). Hours: Fri-Sun 12-5pm and by appointment. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Syrah (flagship, cool-climate), sourced from Ballard Canyon to Sta. Rita Hills and Arroyo Grande.

SAMsARA Wine Co.

2446 Alamo Pintado Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (also a Goleta production/tasting room, 6485 Calle Real). Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm (Los Olivos); Goleta: Mon-Wed 2-7pm, Thu-Sun 12-7pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, Chardonnay (limited releases from Sta. Rita Hills micro-sites).

Sandhi

1712 Industrial Way, Lompoc, CA 93436. Hours: Mon-Tue 10am-4:30pm, Wed-Sat 10am-6pm, closed Sun.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (select Sta. Rita Hills vineyards).

Sanford Winery & Vineyards

5010 Santa Rosa Road, Lompoc, CA 93436. $40/person (6 estate wines, 60 min); ATV Experience from $125/person (max 4 guests). Hours: Daily 10am-3:30pm/4pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (single vineyard/block selections, Sanford & Benedict and La Rinconada estates).

Seagrape Wine Company

No standalone public tasting room found - small nano-winery (~500 cases/yr), Los Olivos/Sta. Rita Hills based.

Varietals: Chardonnay, orange Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir (Hibbits Ranch, Sta. Rita Hills), Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc (Los Olivos estate).

Spear Vineyards & Winery

6700 E Highway 246, Lompoc, CA 93436. Guided 5-wine flight (2 Chardonnay, 2 Pinot Noir, 1 Syrah); fee waived with 3-bottle purchase. Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 10am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay (2 bottlings), Pinot Noir (2 bottlings), Syrah.

Strange Family Vineyards

Los Olivos Tasting Room: 2933 Grand Ave, Ste A, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (newly opened); also private vineyard visits by appointment at 1062 Drum Canyon Rd, Lompoc. $20 (4 pours) or $40 (5 pours) depending on location; vineyard tour $25, requires 6+ bottle purchase. Hours: Los Olivos: Mon 12-5:30pm, Wed-Thu 12-6pm, Fri 12-7pm, Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 12-5:30pm (closed Tue). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Sparkling wine (Blanc de Blanc, Blanc de Noir, Brut Rose), Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah.

Sweetzer Cellars

308 N 9th St, Unit C, Lompoc, CA 93436. Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-5pm and by appointment. Website.

Varietals: Single-vineyard Chardonnay and Pinot Noir (La Encantada, Rita's Crown, Lafond, Presqu'ile, Huber vineyards).

Taste of Sta Rita Hills & Moretti Wine Co.

1505 E Chestnut Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436. $25-70/person depending on flight (minimum 6 pours). Hours: Mon 11am-5pm, Tue-Wed closed, Thu-Sun 11am-5pm. Website.

Varietals: Rotating selection of fine/rare Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from multiple producers; Moretti Wines Italian varietals and Prosecco.

Terre et Sang

2982 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (restored 1905-era home). $30-50/person. Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-6pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Single-vineyard Syrah and Grenache, Rhone blends, one Cabernet Sauvignon (Moulds Vineyard, Napa) - sourced from Bien Nacido, Kimsey, Peake, Larner vineyards.

The Hilt

2240 Santa Rosa Rd, Lompoc, CA 93436 ('The Barn at The Hilt Estate'). Curated flight tastings (multiple tiers incl. library selections, Hideaway Room); by appointment only. Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed), by appointment only. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (Hilt label, from Radian, Bentrock, Puerta del Mar vineyards); Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah (JONATA label, Ballard Canyon).

The Set Wines

No confirmed public tasting room found - Sta. Rita Hills sourced label.

Varietals: Sta. Rita Hills-sourced Burgundian-style wines.

Thorne Wine

7820 Santa Rosa Rd, Buellton, CA 93427 (Rio Vista Vineyard headquarters). Hours: Sun 11am-5pm, Mon-Wed closed, Thu-Sat 11am-5pm. Website.

Varietals: 100% Pinot Noir (7 clones, 65 acres) plus a Rose of Pinot Noir - all estate grown.

Tomi Cellars

. Website.

Varietals: Sourced from top vineyards in Santa Barbara County, particularly Sta. Rita Hills AVA.

Other / unspecified

A Tribute to Grace

490 Bell St. #5, Los Alamos, CA 93440. Seasonal flight $25/person; library flight $50/person. Hours: Thu 2-5pm, Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Mon-Wed); midweek private appts sometimes available. Website.

Varietals: 100% Grenache (8+ single-vineyard bottlings, Rosé of Grenache, SBC blend).

Ann Albert Wines

Hours: No tasting room (online/DTC only). Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (cool-climate Central Coast).

Barnwood Vineyards

4520 CA-33, Cuyama, CA 93254. Hours: Unverified - confirm current tasting availability.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc (high-elevation estate historically).

Bratcher Winery

1515 East Chestnut Ave, Unit B, Lompoc, CA 93436.

Buscador Winery

Lompoc Wine Ghetto area, Lompoc, CA 93436 (exact suite - verify).

Calle Cielo Cellars

Hours: Unverified - no confirmed public tasting room.

Varietals: Unverified.

Carucci Wines

2923 Grand Ave. Ste. A, Los Olivos, CA 93441. $25-50/person. Hours: Not specified exact days - check website; private winery experience Tue/Wed. dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Garnacha, red blends.

Colluvial

Not specified - appears to be a small-production label without a dedicated public tasting room. Website.

Core

105 W Clark Ave, Old Orcutt, CA 93455. $5 (3-wine, family-friendly tasting) or standard flight. Hours: Wed-Thu 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 12-7pm, Sun-Mon 12-6pm (verify current). Website.

Varietals: Rhone-focused blends and varietals: Mourvedre, Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Sangiovese, Pinot Noir; labels include CORE, Kuyam, Turchi (Bordeaux-style second label), C3.

CrossHatch Winery

111 E Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Hours: Mon 12-6pm, Tue-Wed closed, Thu 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 12-7pm, Sun 12-6pm; Happy Hour Thu/Fri 4-6pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Co-fermented small-batch blends from Santa Barbara County vineyards (~1, 000 cases/year).

CRU Winery

$25/person (Single Vineyard Flight tasting); waived with 2-3 bottle purchase depending on flight; complimentary for Founders' Club, $10 for CRU Club/Legacy Club. Hours: Madera tasting room: daily 11am-5pm. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah (Central Coast sourced).

Dreamcote Wine Co.

2933 San Marcos Ave, Ste 107, Los Olivos, CA 93441. $25-35/person depending on flight. Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Riesling, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cab Franc, Gamay; pet-nat sparkling; hard cider.

Four Brothers Wine Co.

2935 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Hours: Daily 11am-7pm (open latest of most Los Olivos tasting rooms). dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Syrah (flagship), Sparkling, Grenache Blanc, sourced from in-demand Central Coast vineyards.

Frequency Wine Company

804 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. $25/person (5 wines; some sources cite $20). Hours: Daily 12-6pm (last seating 5:30pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Single-vineyard Santa Barbara County selections: GSM, Graciano, Pinot Noir, and others.

Future Perfect

2933 San Marcos Ave, Suite 101, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. Website.

Varietals: Rose of Grenache, Sauvignon Blanc, Dry Riesling, Grenache, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, 2 Methode Champenoise sparkling wines.

Jamie Slone Wines

23 E De La Guerra St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Sparkling, Albarino, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc, Rose, Pinot Noir, Grenache, red blends, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon.

Jennifer Gray Wine

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Varietals: Distinctive white varieties, vibrant rose (limited-production, minimal-intervention).

Kalyra Winery

343 North Refugio Road, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. $15/person; one fee waived with purchase of 2 bottles. Hours: Mon 12-5pm, Tue-Thu closed, Fri 12-5pm, Sat-Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Australian-inspired portfolio blending CA and Australian grapes; dessert wine flight always available.

Kunin Wines

831 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. $15/person (red or white flight). Hours: Tue-Sun 12-6pm/7pm (closed Mon; Fri-Sat until 7pm). dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Viognier, Cabernet Franc, Chenin Blanc, Zinfandel, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc (Rhone & Loire Valley inspired, old-world sensibility).

Lo-Fi Wines

448 Bell St. Ste B, Los Alamos, CA 93440. Hours: Fri-Sun 12-6pm (no reservations required). Website.

Varietals: Chenin Blanc, Albarino (skin contact), Pinot Gris blend, Gamay/Pinot Noir blend, Trousseau (natural/minimal-intervention style, various Santa Barbara County vineyards).

Loubud Wines

20 El Paseo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Hours: Thu-Sun 12-5pm, or by appointment daily. Website.

Pali Wine Co.

1034 W Aviation Dr, Lompoc, CA 93436. $30/person (Neighborhood Winery natural wine flight). Hours: Mon-Thu 2-7pm, Fri 2-9pm, Sat 12-9pm, Sun 12-7pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: California Central Coast-sourced wines, natural wine flights, wines by the glass/carafe/bottle/growler.

Paradise Springs Winery

210 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. First-come first-served walk-in tastings; Private Cellar high-end tasting + cheese pairing by appointment (1-6 guests). Hours: Daily 12pm-9pm.

Varietals: Wines from both Santa Barbara and Virginia estates.

RZN Wines

1225 W Laurel Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436. Hours: By appointment only. sustainable.

Varietals: Chenin Blanc, Mencia, Clairette Blanche and other small-batch varietals.

So Far Out Wine Company

9110 Alisos Canyon Rd, Los Alamos, CA 93440. Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Mon-Thu). Website.

Varietals: Chilled reds, pet-nat sparkling, natural/low-intervention California varietals.

Storm Wines

2948 San Marcos Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Website.

Varietals: Classically styled cool-climate wines from sustainable, organic, or biodynamic Santa Barbara County vineyards.

Tercero Wines

2445 Alamo Pintado Ave Unit 105, Los Olivos, CA 93441. 6-wine seated tasting, 45-60 min; 2-for-1 with Priority Wine Pass. Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed, but flexible by appointment). Website.

Varietals: Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Rose, Gewurztraminer ('The Outlier'), Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Grenache, Syrah, red blends (Santa Ynez, Larner, Tierra Alta, Thompson, Watch Hill vineyards).

The Valley Project

116 East Yanonali Street, Santa Barbara, CA. Hours: Daily 12-7pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Lesser-known/lesser-grown grape varieties showcasing Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valley terroir differences.

Santa Ynez Valley

Andrew Murray Vineyards

Downtown tasting room: 2901 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441; also winery/visitor experiences on Foxen Canyon Rd. Tasting flight (confirm current fee). Hours: Los Olivos tasting room: daily ~11am-5pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Syrah (flagship, incl. Tous les Jours, Watch Hill, McGinley Vineyard), Grenache, Mourvedre, Viognier, Roussanne, GSM blends, Sauvignon Blanc (Rhone focus).

Arthur Earl Winery

2921/2922 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (behind Alexander & Wayne). Historically $8 (not waived with purchase; free re-taste card given).

Varietals: Rhone and Italian varietals: Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah, plus northern Italian and Spanish-style wines (regular + Platinum Series).

Brave & Maiden Estate

649 N Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. $30/person (one-hour seated tasting); $60/person (90-min tour+tasting); $20 table reservation fee for bottle/glass service. Hours: By appointment only, reservations 10am-3:30pm daily (Yelp lists Mon-Sun 10am-4pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Sauvignon Blanc.

Brick Barn Wine Estate

795 W Hwy 246, Buellton, CA 93427. $35/person (private tasting); $45 w/ tour; $55 vineyard tour; $75 picnic lunch + tour. Hours: Sun-Tue 11am-5pm/6pm, Wed-Sat 11am-7pm (varies by season/day, check calendar). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Albariño, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Blanc de Noirs (sparkling).

Buttonwood Farm Winery

1500 Alamo Pintado Rd, Solvang, CA 93463. $30/person (90-minute seated tableside tasting). Hours: Daily 11am-4pm (outdoor tastings; some listings 10am-5:30pm - verify seasonal hours). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc (Musque clone, multiple bottlings), Semillon, Grenache Blanc, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache Noir, Malbec, Merlot, Syrah, Rose (flagships: Trevin, Posh).

Carhartt Family Wines

2939 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (Carhartt Cabin). $15/person (5 pours). Hours: Open 364 days/yr, ~11am-6pm (Fri until 8pm); live music select Fri/Sun. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: 25-30+ wines annually incl. Grenache, sparkling Sauvignon Blanc, reds/whites/roses (85% estate grown, Rancho Santa Ynez).

Carina Cellars

2900 Grand Ave, Ste A, Los Olivos, CA 93441. $10 (includes souvenir wine glass). Hours: Historically daily 11am-5pm or Wed,Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (verify current). Website.

Varietals: Syrah, Viognier (Rhone focus), Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah blend (some Napa-sourced Cab).

Consilience

Historically $7-12 with glass (Los Olivos); confirm current Solvang pricing. Hours: Sanger Family of Wines (Solvang): Mon,Fri-Sat 11:30am-9pm, Tue-Thu 12-7pm, Sun 11:30am-9pm. Website.

Varietals: Rhone-leaning: Syrah, Grenache (vineyard-designated), also Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel Port.

Coquelicot Organic Estate Wines

2884 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441. $15/person. Hours: Daily 11am-6pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Gruner Veltliner, Malbec, Merlot, Riesling, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah.

Curtis Winery

5249 Foxen Canyon Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Historically $10 (includes keepsake crystal glass). Hours: Historically daily 10am-5pm (verify current). outdoor seating.

Varietals: Syrah, Grenache, Viognier, Roussanne, Mourvedre (100% Rhone-style, vineyard series + Heritage series blends).

DaFoe Wines

2901 Grand Ave. #C, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Hours: Fri-Sun 12-6pm-ish, By appointment Mon-Thu. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Rose, Syrah, Viognier; second label Attic Salt Wine Co..

Demetria Estate

6701 Foxen Canyon Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93441. ~$30/person. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm by appointment (reservations via Tock encouraged; walk-ins accommodated as space allows; last seating 3:30pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone varietals: Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Mourvedre, Picpoul Blanc, Roussanne, Syrah, Cinsaut, Counoise; Burgundy-style: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir; also Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Riesling, Viognier.

Eislynn Wines

Winemaking/tastings at Demetria Estate, Foxen Canyon Rd, Los Olivos, CA (by appointment; no standalone public tasting room). Hours: By appointment only (email emily@eislynnwines.com). Website.

Varietals: Syrah, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc (organic/biodynamic farmed fruit, e.g. Demetria and White Barn vineyards).

Epiphany Cellars

2974 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441. $25 (customizable 25th Anniversary flight; complimentary for wine club members); group tastings $40/person. Hours: Mon,Thu,Sun 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6/7pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Rhone varietals: Syrah, Grenache, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc/Rose, Counoise, Petite Sirah (primarily from Rodney's Vineyard, Fess Parker Home Ranch); flagship Revelation GSM blend.

Feliz Noche Cellars

473 Atterdag Rd, Ste 103, Solvang, CA 93463. Curated flight tasting (fee not specifically published). Hours: Mon,Wed-Thu 12-5pm, Fri-Sat 12-6pm, Sun 12-5pm (closed Tue). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Syrah, Grenache, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay, Rose of Grenache; flagship 'Mi Pasion' red blend (Tempranillo/Syrah/Grenache/Cab/Sangiovese).

Firestone Vineyard

5017 Zaca Station Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Estate Tasting Flight (5 wines) historically about 15-20 dollars; Lounge seated tasting available. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (last tasting 4pm); closed Dec 24, 25 & Jan 1. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Petit Verdot.

Folded Hills Winery

2323 Old Coast Hwy, Gaviota, CA 93117 (Homestead Tasting Room). Tasting flights, wine by glass/bottle offered (fee not specifically published). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (extended 'Golden Hour' Fridays 4-7:30pm, Apr-Oct). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Grenache, Syrah, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Clairette Blanche (15 acres organic, biodynamically farmed; flagship Lilly Rose, August White/Red blends).

Horizon Cellars Vineyard

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Varietals: Rhone and Bordeaux varietals (Cabernet Franc, Vidal Latest Harvest, and others).

Imagine Wine

3563 Numancia Street, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. Moderate (participates in $55 SYV Wine Country Passport program). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: French Colombard, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Barbera, Syrah (Paradise Mountain), Vin Fortifie Syrah (port-style).

Koehler Winery

5360 Foxen Canyon Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93441. $25/person (build-your-own flight of 5). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone and Bordeaux varietals, Riesling, Chardonnay, Sangiovese (Magia Nera blend), Grenache.

Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards

1645 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang, CA. $8-15/person depending on tasting list (4 flight options: Traditional, Reserve, Whites Only, 'Fun'). Hours: Daily 10am-4:30pm (later Fri-Sat in summer). Website.

Varietals: 25 varietals incl. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Port (also Mandolina & Queen of Hearts labels).

Refugio Ranch

2990 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Rhone varietals and Sauvignon Blanc (Barbareño flagship: Syrah/Petite Sirah/Grenache blend), 28 estate acres.

Rideau Vineyard

1562 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, CA. Entry/tasting fee applies; Estate Experience with Food Pairing available Wed-Fri (90-120 min, groups of 4-6). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Viognier, Roussanne (Rhone estate); also Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec (sourced).

Roblar Winery

3010 Roblar Ave, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. Hours: Mon-Wed 11am-5pm, Thu-Fri 11am-6:30pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm (brunch from 10am). Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux varieties, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (celebrated regional vineyard sources).

Slouch Hat Wines

Los Olivos, CA (no confirmed dedicated tasting room address/hours found). Website.

Varietals: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, GSM blends (Tierra Alta, Santa Ynez Ranch, Rock Hollow, Camp 4, Dierberg Drum Canyon vineyards).

Sunstone Winery

125 N Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. $18-25/person (6-wine flight). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm, last seating 3:30-4pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone and Bordeaux varietals (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec) - organic estate grown.

Vega Vineyard & Farm

9496 Santa Rosa Rd, Buellton, CA 93427 (historic Rancho de Vega, established 1853; formerly Mosby Winery property). Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Malvasia Bianca, Vermentino, Rosato, Pinot Noir, Syrah (Italian-variety focus, estate-influenced).

Vincent Vineyards & Winery

2370 N Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. 5-wine Estate tasting on Vineyard Veranda (fee varies by experience tier). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, V Cuvee (Meritage/Bordeaux blend), Black Shadow Bordeaux Blend.

Zaca Mesa Winery & Vineyards

6905 Foxen Canyon Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Hours: Daily 11am-4pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone varieties (Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Viognier, Roussanne) - estate grown.

Santa Maria Valley

Au Bon Climat

813 Anacapa St, Ste 5B, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (historic Presidio neighborhood, downtown SB). Reserve or Classic tasting (flight of up to 6 wines; pay on checkout - fee varies); reservations via Tock recommended. Hours: Mon-Fri 12-6pm, Sat-Sun 11am-6pm (last tasting 5:15pm); some listings show closed Tue - verify. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir (flagships), plus 16+ varieties incl. Pinot Blanc, Viognier, Aligote, Gewurztraminer, Tocai Friulano, Nebbiolo, Syrah, Grenache (ABC, Clendenen Family Vineyards, Vita Nova labels).

Bien Nacido Estate & Solomon Hills Estate Wines

The Gatehouse at Bien Nacido, 3503 Rancho Tepusquet Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (also poured at a Los Olivos tasting room per some sources - verify current locations). ~$20-40/person depending on flight (Estate Collection vs Black Label). Hours: Mon 11am-5pm, Tue-Wed closed, Thu-Sun 11am-5pm. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Syrah, Viognier.

Cottonwood Canyon Winery

3940 Dominion Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454. Historically $7-29 depending on flight; complimentary for Priority Wine Pass members (regular $29). outdoor seating.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah (estate-grown, high natural acidity/age-worthy style); also library vintages 10+ years old.

Foxen Vineyard

7600 Foxen Canyon Rd (FOXEN, main tasting room) and 7200 Foxen Canyon Rd (foxen 7200 'The Shack'), Santa Maria, CA 93454. $20-45/person depending on experience. Hours: FOXEN: daily 11am-4pm; foxen 7200 'The Shack': Fri-Sun 11am-4pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: FOXEN: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Rhone-style wines, sparkling Chenin Blanc; foxen 7200: Bordeaux and Cal-Ital style wines.

Lindquist Family Wines

Shares tasting room with sister label Verdad (see Qupe & Verdad row for current address - the family has since sold the Qupe label in 2018 and now makes wine under the 'Lindquist Family' name instead). Hours: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu 12-5pm, Fri 12-7pm (Happy Hour 4-7pm), Sat 12-6pm, closed Tue (per Verdad & Lindquist Family Wines site). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Rhone varietals and Chardonnay from cool-climate Central Coast sites (Bien Nacido, Ibarra-Young vineyards).

Lumen Wines

458 Bell St, Los Alamos, CA 93440. Hours: Wed-Sun starting at 3pm (at Pico Restaurant). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Low-intervention wines from Solomon Hills (Santa Maria Valley) estate; 'Hey Ginger' co-ferments grapes with fresh ginger, no sulfites.

Nielson

No standalone public tasting room found - historic brand tied to the original 1964 Nielson Vineyard (now part of the Byron Winery estate); wines sold via retail and online. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley/Nielson Vineyard sourced).

Presqu'ile Winery

5391 Presquile Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455. $45-50/person (Estate Tasting); Food + Wine Experience $75/guest. Hours: Mon,Wed-Fri 12-5pm, Sat-Sun 11:30am-5pm (closed Tue). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc (cool-climate estate + select valley vineyards).

Rancho Sisquoc

6600 Foxen Canyon Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454. $8-10/person (souvenir glass included). Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 10am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Johannisberg Riesling, Malbec, Merlot, Nebbiolo, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Sylvaner, Syrah (100% estate, 294+ acres).

Riverbench Vineyard & Winery

6020 Foxen Canyon Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454. Historically $10 (verify current). Hours: Daily 10am-4pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sparkling wine (single-vineyard estate, established 1973).

Los Olivos District

Amada Cellars

490 Bell Street, Suite 104, Los Alamos, CA. $30/person (5-wine flight, choice of Amada Cellars or Meadowlark Vineyards collections). Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-7pm, walk-ins welcome. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon (estate grown, Santa Ynez/Los Olivos District AVA).

Brander Vineyard

2401 N. Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 (Los Olivos District AVA). Starting at $20-25/person (mix or all-white flight). Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-4pm, Fri-Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm (last seating 30 min before close). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc (flagship, 5 cuvees), Bordeaux reds, single-vineyard Syrahs.

E11even Wines

2901-A Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (DTLO tasting room); also poured at Andrew Murray Vineyards, 5249 Foxen Canyon Rd. $25/person (E11even Playlist, 5 wines). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc, Graciano, Malvasia, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Rose (100% estate grown, Curtis Estate).

McKinney Family Vineyards

1575 Edison St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. 7-9 wine flight, price per person (bottles range $70-200). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm, by reservation only. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: 15 varietals incl. Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Viognier.

Solminer

2890 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (tasting room); 12-acre Demeter-certified biodynamic farm 0.5 mi away. $20-25/person (5 pours). Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Gruner Veltliner, Riesling, Blaufrankisch (Austrian varieties), Syrah, Grenache, Pinot Noir, Muscat, orange/skin-contact wine, hard cider.

Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara

Crown Point

1733 Fletcher Way, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. $100/person (Member Experience: flight, tour, cheese pairing, 90 min). Hours: Mon-Fri by appointment only; Sat subject to availability (mailing-list subscribers/trade only). Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (pure expression) and a proprietary Bordeaux-variety blend.

Grassini Family Vineyards

24 El Paseo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. $30/person (Estate Flight, downtown); estate experiences $ vary (90-min semi-private, 2.5-hr Pinnacle Tour). Hours: Downtown Santa Barbara location: daily 12-5pm. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: 100% estate-grown Bordeaux varietals (Cabernet Sauvignon flagship 'Pinnacle').

Grimm's Bluff

2445 Alamo Pintado Ave. #102, Los Olivos, CA 93441. Hours: Not fully specified for walk-in tasting room - primarily tour-based (private ranch tours by reservation). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (5 clones), Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Verdot (16.5-acre estate).

Happy Canyon Vineyard

30 El Paseo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (Presidio tasting room). Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux varietals - Barrack Ten Goal (Cabernet Sauvignon-based), Barrack Family Blanc (Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc), Piocho Reserve, Sauvignon Blanc.

Star Lane Vineyard & Winery

2121 Alisos Rd, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. Hours: By appointment only, limited basis (Thu-Mon 11am-5pm per some sources, reservations recommended). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varieties (flagship: Astral).

Ballard Canyon

Kaena Wines

2890 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441. $12-15/person (5-6 wines). Hours: Daily, last tastings begin by 4:30pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Grenache (flagship), Syrah, Mourvedre, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Albarino, Nebbiolo, and more (Tierra Alta & Larner Vineyard sourced, Ballard Canyon).

Saarloos & Sons

2971 Grand Ave., Los Olivos, CA 93441. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm, last pour 4:30pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: 100% estate-grown, family-farmed grapes (wines change/sell out by release, no repeat vintages).

Stolpman Vineyards

2434 Alamo Pintado Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441 (estate vineyard in Ballard Canyon). $20/person (hour-long patio tasting; So Fresh or Estate flight). Hours: Daily 11am-4pm (some sources 11am-5pm, Fri to 6pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Syrah and Roussanne (estate specialties), Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache, Cinsault; 'So Fresh' natural wines, Combe, L'Avion.

Los Alamos Valley

Shokrian Vineyard

7910 Cat Canyon Rd, Los Alamos, CA 93440. $20/person (tasting only); $85/person (tour + tasting). Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-4pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cool-climate Chardonnay, Grenache, Mourvedre, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Viognier.

Toccata

1650 Copenhagen Dr, Solvang, CA 93463 (sister tasting room to Lucas & Lewellen, 5 doors down). Hours: Daily 10am-4:30pm (later Fri-Sat in summer). Website.

Varietals: Pinot Grigio, Barbera, Dolcetto, Moscato, Sangiovese, Malvasia Bianca, Nebbiolo, Toccata Riserva (Super-Tuscan blend) - estate grown in Los Alamos vineyard.

Alisos Canyon

Dovecote

9229 Alisos Canyon Rd, Los Alamos, CA 93440. $45/person. Hours: By appointment only. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cool-climate Rhone varieties (estate Rhone fruit).

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Absolution Cellars

845 Embarcadero #H, Morro Bay, CA 93442. $25/person Classic Tasting (waived with $50 purchase); $35/person Rare & Reserve Tasting (waived with $75 purchase or membership). Hours: Wed-Mon 12-6pm (closed Tue), last tastings at 5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Aglianico, Albarino, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Graciano, Grenache, Malbec, Marsanne, Mourvedre, Nebbiolo, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Red Blend, Red Tuscan-Style Blend, Rose, Roussanne, Sangiovese, Souzao, Syrah, Tannat, Tempranillo, Tinta Cao, Touriga Nacional, Verdelho (20+ varietals from Chalone AVA/Michaud Vineyard and other Central Coast sites).

Alma Sol Vineyard and Winery

$10/person (historical). Hours: Sat-Sun only, 2-6pm Sat / 2-5pm Sun (Thousand Oaks location). Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (specialty), Bordeaux single varietals and blends.

Ancient Peaks - AP by the Sea (Cambria)

6316 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA 93428 (inside Pelican Inn & Suites). $20/person (5 wines). Hours: Fri-Sat 3-7pm; Sun 11am-3pm. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Zinfandel, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc.

Ancient Peaks Winery

22720 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453 (also Cambria 'AP By the Sea' location). $20 (5 wines); complimentary for club members. Hours: Daily 11am-5:30pm (Cafe 11am-5pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Rose (flagship Oyster Ridge blend, Pearl Collection reserves).

Anonimo

Hours: No tasting room (DTC/inquiry-only).

Varietals: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah (red blends); Pinot Grigio.

Barton Family Wines

Hours: Daily ~11am-5:30pm (see Grey Wolf Cellars entry). Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc/Viognier, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc (whites); reserve red blends.

Bezel (Cakebread Family)

Hours: No tasting room - retail distribution only. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles sourced, under the Cakebread Family umbrella).

Blind Dog Wines

Via Ecluse: standard reservation tasting (retail $32/bottle, club $25.60). Hours: Via Ecluse Wines: Mon,Thu-Sun 11am-4pm (closed Tue-Wed), reservations recommended. outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Eclectic blend of Paso Robles reds (Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah base).

Chateau Margene

4385 La Panza Rd, Creston, CA 93432 (also second tasting room at 845 Embarcadero Rd, Morro Bay). $10-30 depending on flight (regular ~$10-20, Luxury Flight/Elevated Tour $60). Hours: Mon, Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Thu). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese, Meritage/Bordeaux-style blends (flagship Beau Melange); also Mooney Family Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands) and Roxo Port-style wines poured.

Cutruzzola Vineyards

555 Main St, Cambria, CA 93428. $20/person. Hours: Wed-Mon 11am-5pm (closed Tue), last tasting 4:30pm. dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Riesling, Pinot Noir (estate grown, steep hillside cool-climate vineyard); also Russian River Valley sourced wines.

Harmony Cellars

3255 Harmony Valley Rd, Harmony, CA 93435 (5 miles south of Cambria, off Hwy 1). $25/person for 6 wines (choice); fee refunded/waived with $95 wine purchase (some sources cite lower historical fee). Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 11am-5pm (summer hours extended to 5:30pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, White Riesling, Rose of Syrah, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Meritage Red, Port (17th winery established in Paso Robles AVA).

Hope Family Wines / Treana

$25/person (waived with $100 purchase). Hours: Austin Hope & Treana Tasting Cellar: Daily 10am-5pm. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Graciano, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Chenin Blanc, Mourvedre (Treana/Austin Hope portfolios).

idola wine co.

570 Higuera St #135, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Hours: Thu-Sat 1-7pm or by appointment. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Vermentino, Chenin Blanc, Roussanne (whites, e.g. 'a la riviera' blend), Paso Robles AVA red blends ('vibe du vin'); organically farmed, minimal-intervention, natural winemaking sourced throughout SLO County.

Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards

1947 See Canyon Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. Hours: Mon-Thu 12-5pm, Fri-Sat 12-6pm, Sun 12-5pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel, Merlot, plus unique apple wines and hard ciders.

Little Soul

Hours: No dedicated tasting room (pop-up/event-based tastings). sustainable.

Varietals: Rose and Carbonic wines made from organically-farmed Pinot Noir.

Nenow Family Wines

Hours: Thu-Sat 12-7pm, Sun 12-5pm (closed Mon-Wed; winter hours may shift last-tasting time to 4pm). Website.

Varietals: Rhone-inspired small-lot wines, sourced from Adelaida District and Santa Barbara County's Bien Nacido Vineyard among other sites.

Novella Winery

Hours: Unverified.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (per limited wine listings found).

Pandemonium Wines

Hours: No tasting room (retail/online only). Website.

Varietals: Red Blend (Zinfandel, Lagrein, Merlot, Mourvedre) sourced from the acclaimed French Camp Vineyard, established 1973 in the Paso Robles Highlands District.

Parr Collective at Stolo Vineyards

3776 Santa Rosa Creek Road, Cambria, CA 93428. Hours: Daily 12-5pm, by appointment only. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: 5-6 estate-grown wines per tasting (cool-climate SLO Coast varietals).

Paydirt Wines

Hours: Unverified - no confirmed current public tasting room.

Varietals: Zinfandel and Zinfandel blends (westside Paso Robles fruit).

Peloton Cellars

Avila Beach, CA (popular alleyway location; exact address via winery). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Grenache, Chardonnay (cool-climate, SLO Coast and Paso Robles West Side sourced).

Rabble Wines

Hours: Unverified specific hours - see Tooth & Nail tasting room. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Rose, red blends (Merlot/Cabernet/Petite Sirah), Tempranillo, Grenache Blanc; grown at Mossfire Ranch in Paso Robles.

Red Door Ranch Vineyards

Hours: By appointment only, not a walk-in destination. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Malbec, Counoise, Carignane (estate single-varietals), Syrah and Cabernet (from neighbor handshake-deal fruit) blended into proprietary blends.

Rococo Wines

$30/person (current release tasting, shared experience with Willow Creek Wine Co); complimentary for wine club members. Hours: By appointment (via Willow Creek Wine Co shared tasting room and barn). Website.

Varietals: Old Vine Chenin Blanc (specialty/flagship).

Sans Liege

2995 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Tin City); also a second tasting room location in Pismo Beach (SLO Coast) - confirm current status of Pismo Beach location vs. newer Tin City-only operation. $25/person (5 wines, tax included); waived with 2-bottle purchase. Hours: Paso Robles (Tin City): Mon-Tue,Thu-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Wed). dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Grenache (specialty), Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Counoise, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Mourvedre, Picpoul Blanc, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Dessert wine.

Sextant Wines

2324 W Highway 46, Paso Robles, CA 93446 (also Edna Valley: 1653 Maxwellton St, San Luis Obispo). $50/person VIP tasting ($35 wine club); standard tastings also offered. Hours: Paso Robles: daily 10am-5pm; Edna Valley: Mon-Thu 10am-4pm, Fri-Sun 10am-5pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Primitivo, Red Blend, Red Rhone-Style Blend, Rose, Roussanne, Sparkling.

Sinor-LaVallee

550 1st St, Ste A, Avila Beach, CA 93424. Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 12-6pm (closed Tue-Wed). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Petite Sirah, Sparkling Wine (estate Bassi Vineyard).

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Terranean Wines

Hours: No tasting room (by appointment/inquiry only).

Varietals: 100% Grenache (3 distinct bottlings including single-vineyard Coakley and G2, plus the Terranean blend) from wild, calcareous westside Paso Robles hills.

Terry Hoage Vineyards

870 Arbor Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: CLOSED (historic hours were Thu-Mon 11am-4pm).

Varietals: Historically: Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Grenache Blanc, Picpoul Blanc, Roussanne (100% organically farmed Rhone varietals).

TH Estate Wines

870 Arbor Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Hours: CLOSED.

Varietals: Historically: Grenache, GSM blends, Syrah (Rhone varietals).

Vina Robles

$25/person (Classic Flight); $40/person (Cabernet Sauvignon Flight); complimentary for Wine Club Signature members + up to 4 guests. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Bordeaux-Style Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grenache, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Red Blend, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Sparkling, Syrah, Tannat, Vermentino, Viognier, Zinfandel (sourced from 6 SIP Certified sustainable estate vineyards in 5 sub-districts).

Edna Valley

Autry Cellars

5450 Edna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. $15 wine tasting, $15 brandy tasting (or $5 historical rate for brandy). Hours: Tue-Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm (closed Mon); by appointment recommended. outdoor seating.

Varietals: 15+ single varietals incl. Petite Sirah, Malbec, Viognier, Syrah, Albarino, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc; plus brandy and grappa (apple brandy signature).

Baileyana

5828 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (historic Independence Schoolhouse, built 1909). $25/person (5-6 wine flight); complimentary for wine club members + up to 4 guests. Hours: Daily 10am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Albarino, Sparkling wine, Rose of Pinot Noir, Port (across 4 brands from single cool-climate Paragon Vineyard).

Biddle Ranch Vineyard

2050 Biddle Ranch Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. $15-20/person (varies by source); table reservation fee $20/hour for parties of 8+. Hours: Mon, Thu-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Sangiovese, Aglianico, Sparkling wine, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Rose (60% Sangiovese/40% Syrah blend); also Pinot Grigio.

Center of Effort

2195 Corbett Canyon Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. $35/person (Seasonal Flight tasting). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm, by reservation only. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Rhone varietals (Oro Bianco noted).

Chamisal Vineyards

7525 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. $45/person (5-wine flight, 60-min); $65/person deeper exploration flight (75-min); Vineyard Tour & Tasting $150/person (120-min, seasonal, reservations required). Hours: Daily: Jan-Mar 12-5pm, Apr-Dec 10am-5pm (closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve/Day). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir (flagship Morrito & Califa bottlings), Sparkling wine (Luminary), Rose (Marlene).

Chene Vineyards

1990 Corbett Canyon Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. Hours: CLOSED per Yelp - property sold as a private vacation-rental estate in October 2024. sustainable.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (historically, small-batch).

Claiborne & Churchill Vintners

2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. $26-28/person (5 wines), waived with 2-bottle purchase; double-blind tasting experience also offered (reservation required). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Dry Riesling, Dry Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir Blanc (Alsatian-style specialties), Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, Chardonnay, Dry Rose, Port-style wine.

Edna Valley Vineyard

2585 Biddle Ranch Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Hours: CLOSED (historic hours were daily 10am-5pm) - property under redevelopment as of 2025-2026.

Varietals: Historically: Chardonnay (specialty), Pinot Noir, Merlot.

Filipponi Ranch Cellars

1850 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. $10/person (historical). Hours: Thu-Sun 12-5pm. outdoor seating.

Varietals: Rose, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Tempranillo, Albarino (grapes hand-picked from SLO and Santa Barbara county vineyards).

Kynsi Winery

2212 Corbett Canyon Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. $25/person (5-pour flight; waived with 2-bottle purchase or membership enrollment; some sources cite $12-15 historically). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (some sources note Thu-Mon). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Rose of Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir (Estate Stone Corral Vineyard + other cool coastal vineyards), Syrah, Red Blends, Grenache, Nocturnum blend.

Piedra Creek Winery

6425 Mira Cielo Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. By appointment, personalized tasting experience. Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-4pm (Sun until 3pm); by appointment other days. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Lagrein (San Floriano Vineyard); historic Benito Dusi Ranch old-vine Zinfandel (Paso Robles, since 1979).

Qupe & Verdad

225 E Branch St area, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 (has relocated within the Arroyo Grande village over the years - verify current suite before publishing). Hours: Historically Sun-Thu 12-5pm, Fri 12-6pm, Sat 11am-6pm (verify current hours). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Qupe: Rhone varietals (Syrah, Chardonnay); Verdad: Spanish varietals (Albarino, Grenache, Tempranillo, Godello).

Saucelito Canyon Vineyard

3080 Biddle Ranch Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (tasting room; historic estate vineyard remains in upper Arroyo Grande Valley). $30/person (complimentary for wine club, 4 guests; waived with 2-bottle purchase). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (walk-ins welcome). outdoor seating, sustainable.

Varietals: Zinfandel (flagship, from 1880 head-pruned vines), Tempranillo, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux-style blend.

Stephen Ross Wine Cellars

$12 (historical). Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (last pour 4pm). dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (single-vineyard specialty, incl. Stone Corral Vineyard), Chardonnay, Albarino, Zinfandel, sparkling wine.

Tangent

5828 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (shares Independence Schoolhouse tasting room with Baileyana, True Myth, Zocker). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (same as Baileyana). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Grenache Blanc, Ecclestone (white blend) - unoaked, screw-capped whites.

Timbre Winery

225 E Branch St, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 (also a San Luis Obispo location at 770 Capitolio Way, by appointment). Hours: Mon 12-5pm, Tue-Wed closed, Thu 12-5pm, Fri-Sat 12-6pm, Sun 12-5pm (Arroyo Grande); SLO location by appointment. sustainable.

Varietals: Cool-climate Pinot Noir, Albarino, Syrah, Grenache, cool-climate whites, Chardonnay, sparkling wine (Edna Valley and other SLO Coast vineyards).

Tolosa Winery

4910 Edna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Signature Flight $45/person; Single Vineyard Flight $65/person; Estate Experience (barrel samples + cheese/charcuterie) $65 members/$85 non-members. Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating, sustainable.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (flagship Primera), Chardonnay (estate + Single Vineyard series sourced from renowned California appellations incl. Sta. Rita Hills).

True Myth

5828 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (shares Independence Schoolhouse tasting room with Baileyana, Tangent, Zocker). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (same as Baileyana). sustainable.

Varietals: Chardonnay (Edna Valley, Paragon Vineyard estate), Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles, multiple grower vineyards), Red Blend.

Wolff Vineyards

6238 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. $20/person (6-wine flight); refundable with 2-bottle purchase. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Teroldego (signature Italian varietal), Syrah, Petite Sirah, Riesling.

Zocker

5828 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (shares Independence Schoolhouse tasting room with Baileyana, Tangent, True Myth). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (same as Baileyana). sustainable.

Varietals: Gruner Veltliner, Riesling (off-dry style) - exclusively these two white varietals.

Arroyo Grande Valley

Laetitia Vineyard & Winery

453 Laetitia Vineyard Dr, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. Estate Flight or Sparkling Flight (choice-based tasting). Hours: Daily 10am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Sparkling wine (7 Methode Champenoise styles, historic specialty), Pinot Noir, Chardonnay; NADIA label Bordeaux/Rhone blends from Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard.

Talley Vineyards

3031 Lopez Dr, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. Estate Tasting $30/person (5-6 wines, ~75 min); Comparative Tasting Experience $75/person, $60 members (6-8 single-vineyard wines w/ charcuterie, ~90-120 min). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm (last comparative tasting begins 1:30pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (single-vineyard: Oliver's, Rincon, Rosemary's, Stone Corral), Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling; value label Bishop's Peak; Mano Tinta.

Monterey (42)

Santa Lucia Highlands

Albatross Ridge Winery

Carmel-by-the-Sea tasting room: Dolores St, between Ocean & 6th Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923; also a Monterey location at 316 Alvarado St (Albatross Ridge Winery & Kitchen). Hours: Carmel: Mon-Thu 12-7pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm, Sun 12-7pm; Monterey (Alvarado St): Tue/Thu 4-8pm, Fri-Sat 2-9pm, Sun 1-6pm, closed Mon/Wed. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (25-acre estate, cool-climate).

Bernardus Winery

5 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924. $30/person (Bernardus Flight, 4 pours); cheese/charcuterie plate $30; complimentary for wine club members. Hours: Tue-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Mon). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Marinus (flagship Bordeaux-style Meritage blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot), Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc.

Caraccioli Cellars

7393 Dolores St, Carmel, CA 93921 (between Ocean & 7th Ave). Flight tasting (reservations recommended; 20% service charge automatic for groups of 6+). Hours: Mon-Thu 12-6pm, Fri-Sun 11am-6pm. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Brut Cuvee & Brut Rose sparkling wines (100% estate Escolle Vineyard since 2015).

De Tierra Vineyards

3 SE Mission St & 5th Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921. Tasting Flight (Central Coast selections). Hours: Mon-Thu 1-6pm, Fri-Sun 1-7pm (Yelp); some sources list Sun-Thu 1-6pm, Fri-Sat 1-7pm. dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Red Blends, Riesling, Rose, Sparkling wines, Zinfandel (from Russell Estate Vineyard in Corral de Tierra + Hilltop Ranch, Carmel Valley).

Hahn Winery

Estate Visitor Center: 37700 Foothill Rd, Soledad, CA 93960 (Santa Lucia Highlands); also Carmel tasting room in Carmel Plaza, Carmel-by-the-Sea. Tasting flights offered daily (fee varies). Hours: Soledad: Wed-Mon 11am-5pm (closed Tue); Carmel: daily, Sun-Thu 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 12-6:30pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah (5 brands: Hahn, Hahn SLH, Lucienne, Smith & Hook, Boneshaker).

Kori Wines

NW Corner of Mission St between Ocean & 7th Ave, Court of the Fountains, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Syrah, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, sparkling Blanc de Blancs, Cabernet Sauvignon (seasonal flight).

Manzoni Cellars

Fee charged even with purchase per some reviews (not always waived) - verify current policy. Hours: Daily 12-6pm (per most sources; some list 11am-7pm). dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Rose, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Syrah, Pinot Gris, Cuvee Louie (Bordeaux blend), Port-style wine.

McIntyre Vineyards

24 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924 (Carmel Valley Village tasting room; also previously at Crossroads Shopping Center, Carmel). $10-12 (historical). Hours: Daily 11am-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay (Burgundian style), Pinot Noir (Estate, Block series, Old Vine), Albarino, Rose of Pinot Noir, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Per Ardua red blend; Winemaker Series & Boekenoogen collaborations.

Morgan Winery

Taste Morgan, 204 Crossroads Blvd, Carmel, CA 93923 (Crossroads Shopping Center). Hours: Daily 11am-6pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Terroir-driven wines from Santa Lucia Highlands and Monterey appellations.

Puma Road

Winery/River Road Tasting Room: 32075 River Rd, Soledad, CA 93960 (Santa Lucia Highlands); Monterey Tasting Room: 281 Alvarado St (Portola Plaza), Monterey, CA 93940. Hours: River Road: Thu-Mon 12-5pm (closed Tue-Wed); Monterey/Portola Plaza: Mon-Thu 2-8pm, Fri-Sat 2-9pm, Sun 2-8pm. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Tannat, Petite Sirah, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewurztraminer (14-15 varietals total).

Rustique Wines

1010 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908. $20/person (4 wines). Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-5pm (closed Mon-Thu). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Rose, sparkling Blanc de Blanc (Silacci Vineyards estate fruit).

Scheid Vineyards

Carmel tasting room: San Carlos & 7th, Carmel, CA 93923; 'home' winery location: 1972 Hobson Ave, Greenfield, CA 93927. Hours: Carmel: Sun-Thu 12-7pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm; Greenfield winery: daily 12-6pm. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Wide range from crisp whites to robust reds - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rose (10 estate vineyards, Monterey County).

Scratch Wines

1 E Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924. Hours: Mon-Thu,Sun 12-7pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm. dog-friendly.

Varietals: Chardonnay (sparkling), Riesling, Grenache, Pinot Noir, Cabernet (small-lot, multi-appellation sourcing).

Talbott Vineyards

Lincoln St between 5th & 6th Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921. Signature Flight $40/person (5 limited-release estate wines); Legacy Flight (5 wines + gourmet cheese pairing). Hours: Wed-Sun 11am-6pm (closed Mon-Tue). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir (100% estate-grown from Sleepy Hollow Vineyard & Diamond T Vineyard).

Testarossa Winery

300 College Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030. (Los Gatos) $30 non-members/complimentary members (Classic Indoor Tasting); $50 non-members/$20 club (JRS Tasting). Hours: CLOSED in Carmel Valley - see Los Gatos winery (Novitiate) for current tasting. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (single-vineyard, sourced substantially from Santa Lucia Highlands and Chalone appellation).

Wrath Wines

Carmel Plaza, corner of Ocean Ave & Mission St, ground floor, Carmel, CA 93923. Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sun 11am-6pm. outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc (estate vineyard + neighboring Santa Lucia Highlands sites).

Other / unspecified

A Taste of Monterey

700 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940 (Cannery Row, 2nd largest attraction). Website.

Varietals: 100+ wines from 60+ Monterey County wineries (broad regional sampler).

Chalone Vineyard

32020 Stonewall Canyon Rd, Soledad, CA 93960.

Dawn's Dream Winery

NW Corner 7th & San Carlos, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921.

Domaine Messier

Dolores between Ocean & 7th, inside Winfield Gallery, Carmel, CA 93921.

I. Brand & Family Wines

19 E Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924. $30/person (6-wine flight); reimbursed with $70 purchase per person. Hours: Thu-Mon 11am-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Grenache (La Marea Spanish varieties), Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Mourvedre, Cabernet Sauvignon (old vine, Monterey/Santa Cruz/San Benito sourced).

Lepe Cellars

. Website.

Varietals: Petit Verdot (noted favorite), Rose of Sangiovese, other Monterey County varietals.

Pessagno Winery

1645 River Rd, Salinas, CA 93908. Hours: Mon 12-5pm, Tue-Wed closed, Thu-Sun 12-5pm. Website.

Varietals: Limited-production luxury wines from prestigious single vineyards across Monterey and San Benito Counties.

Seabold Cellars

Carmel Valley Village tasting room (3 Pilot Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924); winery/production based in Marina, CA. Hours: Thu-Sun 12-5pm (closed Mon-Wed). dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Small-lot, site-specific Burgundy and Rhone varieties (Monterey Bay region cool-climate fruit).

Shale Canyon Wines

W/S San Carlos between Ocean & 7th, Paseo San Carlos, Carmel, CA 93921.

Twisted Roots

12 Del Fino Pl, Carmel Valley, CA 93924. $25 (Groupon-referenced pricing; verify current). Hours: Thu-Sun 12-5pm (closed Mon-Wed). sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Old Vine Zinfandel (flagship, from 1918 vines), Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay.

VIN By the Sea

Between 5th & 6th, Su Vecino Court, Dolores St, Carmel, CA 93923.

Carmel Valley

Chock Rock

$8-16/tasting (varies by flight). Hours: Village tasting room: Thu-Sun 11:30am-5pm, Mon 1-5pm (closed Tue-Wed). Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Syrah, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Rose of Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon.

Folktale Winery & Vineyard

8940 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel, CA 93923. Wine Garden Experience tastings (reservations recommended). Hours: Daily 11am-7pm (Fri-Sat sometimes to 8pm; live music daily 4-6pm). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Chardonnay, Falanghina, Grenache, Muscat, Petillant Natural (Pet-Nat), Piquette, Pinot Noir, Red Blends, Rose, Sparkling wines, Sangiovese, Syrah, Viognier.

Galante Vineyards

Tasting Room: Dolores St between Ocean & 7th Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93922 (estate/ranch in Carmel Valley hills). $20/person (5 wines). Hours: Mon-Thu 12:30-6:30pm, Fri-Sat 12-7:30pm, Sun 12-6:30pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (flagship, since 1994), Malbec, Petite Sirah, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Super Tuscan blend.

Georis Winery

1 Pilot Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924. $15-30/person depending on flight (5 wines); complimentary with 3-4 bottle purchase (varies by source). Hours: Wed-Thu 12-4pm, Fri-Sun 12-4:30pm (closed Mon-Tue). outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Merlot (flagship Estate), Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Rose; 'Clos des Moutons' and 'La Chapelle' age-worthy reds.

Holman Ranch Tasting Room

18 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924 (historic Will's Fargo building; private estate at 60 Holman Rd by appointment only). Hours: Thu-Mon 12-6pm (closed Tue-Wed). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (Three Sisters, Three Brothers bottlings), Rose of Pinot Noir, Syrah.

Massa Estate

69 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924. Hours: Sat-Sun 11am-3:30pm (per Yelp); some other sources say 11am-6pm - verify. outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (historic/flagship, 1969 plantings), plus Heller Estate portfolio wines.

Tira Nanza

Tasting Room: Court of the Fountains, Mission St & 7th Ave, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921 (across from Carmel Plaza); Estate/Winery: 18181 Cachagua Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924 (private tours/tastings by appointment). Hours: Carmel-by-the-Sea tasting room: Thu-Mon 12-6pm (walk-ins only); Estate tours: by appointment Thu-Sun. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Small-batch, organically farmed wines (specific varietals not widely published).

Arroyo Seco

Joyce Wine Company

1 E Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924 (relocated/expanded next to Testarossa); also produces at historic former Ventana Winery site in Arroyo Seco AVA. Hours: Mon, Wed-Sun 12-5:30pm (closed Tue). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Albarino, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Vermentino, Rose, Gamay, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot.

Mesa Del Sol

Arroyo Seco River Gorge, Monterey County (exact street address via reservation). outdoor seating, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Arroyo Seco-sourced wines (14-acre sustainably farmed estate, shallow stony soil).

Odonata Wines

1972 Hobson Ave, Greenfield, CA 93927. Hours: Daily 11am-5pm, no appointment necessary. dog-friendly.

Varietals: Chardonnay, Rhone white blend, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Malbec, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, small-batch dessert wine and brandy (primarily Santa Cruz-sourced fruit, some self-managed).

San Antonio Valley

Pierce Ranch Vineyards

~$10/person (historical). Hours: Monterey (if still open): Mon 12-8pm, Thu 3-8pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm, Sun 12-6pm (closed Tue-Wed); Winery (Lockwood): Sat 12-4pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Syrah, Grenache, Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Cao (Spanish/Portuguese focus).

Santa Cruz Mountains

Windy Oaks Estate

Carmel-by-the-Sea Tasting Room: Lincoln St between Ocean & 6th, Carmel, CA 93921; also Carmel Valley Tasting Room: 19 E Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, CA 93924; winery/estate: 550 Hazel Dell Rd, Corralitos, CA 95076 (Santa Cruz Mountains). Hours: Carmel-by-the-Sea: Mon-Wed 12-6pm, Thu 12-5pm, Fri-Sat 12-7pm, Sun 12-6pm; Carmel Valley: Thu-Sun 1-6pm. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir (estate, Santa Cruz Mountains), Chardonnay, sparkling wine, other varietals sourced from Monterey appellations.

San Benito (16)

Other / unspecified

Aimee June Winery

1645 San Pedro Ave, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 (relocated from original San Juan Bautista/Hollister location - now Santa Clara County, outside San Benito County). Hours: Sat-Sun 12-5pm. outdoor seating.

Varietals: Big red wines - Cabernet, Syrah, Merlot, special blends.

Cetani Vineyards

741 Riverside Rd, Hollister, CA 95023. Hours: By appointment. Website.

Varietals: Estate grown Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, plus a crisp White Viognier.

Guerra Family Cellars

500 John Smith Rd, Hollister, CA 95023. Hours: Seasonal: April-November, weekends 12-5pm. outdoor seating.

Varietals: Malbec, Petite Sirah (medal-winning), Viognier - estate grown, oak & stainless aged.

Jayse Wines

Hours: By appointment.

Varietals: Syrah and Grenache, very limited production, sourced from top Central Coast vineyards.

La Vie Dansante Wines

6500 Brem Ln, Gilroy, CA 95020 (Santa Clara County, not San Benito County - flagged as out of region). Waived with wine purchase. Hours: Mon, Fri-Sun 12-5pm (closed Tue-Thu). outdoor seating.

Varietals: Rhone varietals - Syrah, Grenache, Roussanne, Marsanne, Viognier, Mourvedre (locally grown Santa Clara Valley fruit); second label LVD makes Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel.

Leal Vineyards

300 Maranatha Dr, Hollister, CA 95023. Hours: Thu 11am-4pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm (closed Mon-Wed). Website.

Varietals: Estate-grown, well-structured/balanced wines (old-world techniques, close vine monitoring).

San Benito Wine Co.

San Benito County, CA (tasting by appointment). Hours: By appointment - check website for current tasting updates. Website.

Wildeye Winery

San Juan Bautista, CA 95045 (tasting by appointment). Hours: By appointment. sustainable.

Zanger Family Wines

10021 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA 95023 (at Casa de Fruta).

Cienega Valley

Alicats Winery

Hours: Tasting during special events only.

Varietals: Pink Syrah, Syrah, Viognier, Passito di Chardonnay (dessert wine).

Damm Vineyards

3028 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023. Hours: Sun 11am/12-4pm only (closed Mon-Sat except by private event booking). outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: 7 house wines (incl. Viognier) plus 15 craft beers on tap.

DeRose Vineyards

Hollister Tasting Room: 9970 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023; also newer San Martin Tasting Room: 255 Fitzgerald Ave, San Martin, CA (shared space with Little Uvas Wines). $10/person (historical). Hours: Hollister: Mon-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat-Sun 11am-4pm; San Martin: Fri 4-8pm, Sat-Sun 12-5pm. sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Zinfandel, Negrette (rare, 115-year-old French varietal), Cabernet Franc (flagship), Viognier (pre-1900 vines), Chardonnay, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Super Tuscan blend (Sangiovese/Negrette/Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon).

Eden Rift Vineyards

10034 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023 (same historic estate previously operated as Pietra Santa Winery). $15/person (standard tasting); premium ATV and helicopter tour experiences available at higher price points. Hours: Thu-Sun 12-5pm. outdoor seating, dog-friendly. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay (Estate, Terraces, Reserve tiers), Zinfandel (1906 planting), 22+ acres of critically-acclaimed Chardonnay.

Mt. Harlan

Calera Wine Company

11300 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023. General admission tasting; club members $125/up to 4, general $175/person for special seated experiences. Hours: Wed-Mon 11am-4pm (closed Tue). outdoor seating, dog-friendly, sustainable. Website.

Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Viognier (incl. Dessert Viognier) - Mt. Harlan AVA limestone-grown.

Pacheco Pass

Casa de Fruta Winery

10021 Pacheco Pass Hwy, Hollister, CA 95023 (Casa de Wine, part of the larger Casa de Fruta orchard resort). Complimentary wine tasting offered at Casa de Wine. Hours: Casa de Wine store: Mon-Thu 8am-6pm, Fri-Sun 8am-7pm. outdoor seating. Website.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Dornfelder, Malbec, Merlot, Chardonnay, Orange Muscat, Pinot Grigio, Rose, Sparkling, plus specialty fruit wines (apricot, blackberry, pomegranate, Santa Rosa plum).