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Scratch Wines
Carmel By The Sea
Scratch Wines, a renowned project led by Winemaker Sabrine Rodems, offers a delightful selection of small-lot Riesling, Grenache, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet wines from Monterey, Arroyo Seco, Santa Lucia Highlands, and Santa Cruz Mountains AVAs.
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Paso Robles
Sculpterra Winery in Paso Robles, California, is a hidden gem located in San Luis Obispo County's wine country. Founded by Dr.
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Creston
Shadow Run Vineyards and Winery in Creston, San Luis Obispo County, on the Central Coast, offers a serene retreat for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions.
Read moreShale Canyon Wines
Carmel By The Sea
Shale Canyon Wines in Carmel By The Sea, Monterey County, California Coast, is a new producer specializing in small lots of handcrafted varietals, including Chardonnay, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah, and Zinfandel.
Read moreShale Oak Winery
Paso Robles
They invite you to visit their Tasting Room. They keep it warm and casual, but with a sustainable educational element.
Read moreSilvestri Vineyards
Carmel By The Sea
Silvestri Vineyards, located in Carmel Valley, California, offers a delightful experience for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions.
Read moreSmith Family Wines
Soledad
They used to call it Steinbeck Wine Country, and the views celebrated in "East of Eden" are just as bucolic as in the famous author's time.
Read moreStacked Stone Cellars
Paso Robles
Stacked Stone Cellars, a renowned winery in Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo County, California Wine Country, invites visitors to experience a blend of fine craftsmanship and exquisite wines.
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Paso Robles
A new boutique family-owned and operated winery, Steinbeck Wines, stands as a testament to the Steinbeck family's seven-generation farming legacy in Paso Robles, California's Central Coast since 1884.
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Aptos
Storrs Winery, located in Pleasant Valley near Aptos on the California Coast, offers a delightful experience for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Santa Cruz
Hand-harvested from sustainably farmed vineyards throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains, Storrs Winery in Santa Cruz fully expresses the varietal intensity and minerality of mountain viticulture. Their wines beautifully showcase the exquisite balance found in California's cool, coastal climate.
Read moreSummerWood Winery
Paso Robles
SummerWood Winery, located at the gateway to Westside Paso Robles in San Luis Obispo County, California, offers a delightful fusion of artisan wines and farm-fresh cuisine, making it a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts.
Read moreTablas Creek Vineyard
Paso Robles
In the picturesque hills of the Las Tablas district in west Paso Robles, Tablas Creek Vineyard is a hidden gem that offers a unique experience for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions alike.
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San Miguel
Tackitt Family Vineyards, a small family-owned winery located twelve miles east of Paso Robles in San Miguel, San Luis Obispo County, is a haven for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions.
Read moreTalbott Winery
Carmel Valley
Talbott Winery, located in the sunny Carmel Valley Village on Carmel Valley Road, just 12 miles east of Carmel off of Highway 1, offers a delightful experience for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions.
Read moreTalley Vineyards
Arroyo Grande
In California Wine Country, Talley Vineyards offers a delightful escape for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions alike.
Read moreTestarossa Winery
Carmel Valley
In the picturesque Carmel Valley of Monterey County, Testarossa Winery's Tasting Room offers a delightful escape for wine enthusiasts and their furry...
Read moreThe Good Life
Solvang
"The Good Life, located in Solvang, Santa Barbara County, California Wine Country, is a haven for wine enthusiasts seeking a taste of the local flavors.
Read moreThe Wine Experience
Monterey
The Wine Experience in Monterey, Monterey County, is a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts looking for a unique and immersive experience. This establishment offers a range of services, including wine tasting, custom blending, label personalization, and interactive classes.
Read moreThe Wine Line
Paso Robles
The Wine Line offers wine touring and tasting in the Paso Robles and Santa Barbara wine regions. The low-cost, "hop on, hop off" shuttle service is operated by professional and courteous drivers who are well versed in the areas' wineries.
Read moreTobin James Cellars
Paso Robles
Tobin James Cellars in Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo County, on the Central Coast, offers a unique wine tasting experience.
Read moreTocatta Vineyards
Solvang
Tocatta Vineyards, located in the charming town of Solvang in Santa Barbara County on the Central Coast, offers a delightful wine-tasting experience for visitors and their furry companions.
Read moreTolosa Winery
San Luis Obispo
In the picturesque coastal hills of San Luis Obispo, Tolosa Winery offers a unique and inviting experience for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions alike.
Read moreTreana & Hope Family Wines
Paso Robles
The Treana & Hope Family Wines Tasting Cellar is a modern take on a rustic barrel room. Offering samples of regional blends along with stunning views of the Hope Family Vineyard. The Hope family arrived in Paso Robles in 1978 in search of land and new opportunity.
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