Local Events

Oct

22

CRAVE

Friday, October 22, 2010
7:30 - 10:00 pm
Veterans Hall, San Luis Obispo

Satisfy your craving at this unique wine tasting experience in San Luis Obispo. Take pleasure in an evening of unlimited tasting, with nearly 40 of the best wineries in Paso Robles. Distinct, different Paso varietal bars will be featured and paired with the finest fare of San Luis Obispo County.

$45 Presale
$55 at the door

Oct

16

Grand Opening & Harvest Festival Party at Edward Sellers

Satureday, October 16, 2010
6:00 - 9:00 pm
Edward Cellars

Celebrate the Grand Opening of the new boutique winery & tasting room under the stars and "in the vineyard." Enjoy culinary offerings from Trumpet Vine paired with barrel samples, library wines and current vintages. Groove to the sounds of our stellar 14 piece band, “Gruvething."

Sept

15

Taste of San Luis "Rock The Casbah"

Wednesday, September 15, 2010
6:00 - 10:00 pm
Mission Plaza

Experience Downtown SLO's annual premier gourmet dining event under the stars in beautiful Mission Plaza. This year, we'll pull out all the stops and turn Mission Plaza into a night of excitement, décor and pizzazz — get ready to "ROCK THE CASBAH". As well, we'll have our usual amazing spread of the area's finest foods, wines and beers in the traditional buffet-sit down style where you can mingle with friends old and new, enjoy delectable offerings from local restaurants and incredible wines and beers from local purveyors and just boogey the night away! For tickets or more information contact Brent Vanderhoof at brent@downtownslo.com or (805) 541-0286.

June

17

American Red Cross, San Luis Obispo County Chapter
Board of Directors Annual Meeting and Recognition Event

Thursday, June 17, 2010
5:00 - 7:30 pm
San Luis Obispo Botanical Gardens

The Red Cross celebrates the outstanding efforts of their volunteers and donors. A delicious selection of food and wine, donated by Trumpet Vine Catering and Vina Robles Winery, will be served. Come prepared to buy lots of raffle tickets and take silly pictures in the photo booth provided by Central Coast Shutter booth!

May

21

Wine Festival Dinner At Opolo Winery

Friday, May 21, 2010
Opolo Winery

Join us on Friday evening on top of our gorgeous Westside vineyards for an incredible multiple course dinner paired with Opolo wines. A breathtaking sunset, live jazz music and large dance floor will no doubt lead to the perfect evening. $90/member and $110/non-member. Call 805.238.9593 to make your reservations.

April

16

The Art of Wine

Friday, April 16, 2010
Studios On The Park
1130 Pine Street, Paso Robles

Explore the fusion of art and wine at this downtown event featuring The Winemakers of The Paso Robles Downtown Wineries, and the Artists of Studios on the Park. Tour the artists' studios and discover our amazing local talent. Taste boutique wines paired with seasonally-inspired, locally-sourced hors d'oeuvres and artisanal cheeses. And, for the ultimate one-of-a-kind experience, bid on silent auction wine lots that include collaborative canvases created jointly by the winemakers and artists especially for this event. Net proceeds benefit the Studios on the Park arts education programs.

For more information, contact info@danbino.com.

April

16

SLO County Historical Museum -Second Annual Exhibit Opening

Friday, April 16, 2010
5:30 - 8:30p.m.
SLO County Historical Museum

Featuring 20 historic wedding dresses dating from the late 1800s to mid 1900s. The exhibit will examine the roles of women through the ages and explore customs, costs, and expectations inherent with weddings throughout history. Enjoy wine and food from local wedding vendors such as Edna Valley Vineyards, Trumpet Vine Catering and much more! Attendance will be limited to 200 people. For more information, go to www.slochs.org.

April

17

Earth Day Food And Wine Festival

Saturday, April 17, 2010
Santa Margarita Ranch

This weekend long celebration of award-winning food and wine grown on California’s scenic Central Coast. Join us for barrel tastings, cooking demonstrations, live music, and vineyard tours throughout the weekend. Organized by the Central Coast Vineyard Team, a local non-profit dedicated to sustainable winegrowing since 1994, the event's proceeds support research, education, and farmworker outreach.

March

20

Zinfandel BBQ At Villicana Winery

Saturday, March 20, 2010
11:00-3:00pm
Villicana Winery

Enjoy a hearty pulled pork sandwich with a side of coleslaw. It is the perfect lunch for Zinfandel! Lunch is a mere $5/pp and will be served from 11 - 3, or while it lasts! Weather permitting, we will also have live music to put the final touch on your afternoon of Zin. RSVPs are not required but appreciated. 805-239-9456 or villicanawinery@earthlink.net

March

20

"Zen" Fest at Zenaida Cellars

Saturday, March 20, 2010
11:00-3:00pm
Zenaida Cellars

Before you go to the grand tasting, be sure to get a good base during our 3rd annual ZEN-fest afternoon. We grant you entry to our temple of past, present and future. Library offerings of the treasured varietal and a heavenly new vintage await you. In addition, the 2009 Zinfandel will be awakened from its slumber for your tasting pleasure. As always, special pricing will apply toward your “futures” purchase. $10/pp; complimentary for Cellar Club members. If attending the Zin Tasting, it would be wise to bring in your ticket stub…it will play in your favor.
www.zenaidacellars.com

March

20

Paso Robles’ Zinfandel Festival Grand Tasting

Saturday, March 20, 2010

At the Zin Tasting, Saturday evening, over 50 wineries showcase their Zinfandel and Zinfandel blends; Zin-friendly food from more than 10 of wine country’s best restaurants and caterers will be there to enhance the experience. In addition to great Zinfandel and wine country cuisine, there will be the opportunity to bid on unique auction items through the Wine Country Auction. This is a limited event, call 800.549.WINE to purchase your tickets now. Purchase your tickets before January 31, 2010 to take advantage of $10 savings on all Zin Tasting tickets through the Sneak Peek Pass.
www.pasowine.com

March

19

Zinfandel Festival Winemakers Dinner

Friday, March 19, 2010
6:30pm
Opolo Winery

Join winemakers Rick Quinn and David Nichols and staff for an intimate evening in the cellar at our 9th annual Zinfandel Festival Winemaker’s Dinner.

We will be pouring some of our favorite varietals paired with a tantalizing selection of food- this event sells out every year!
$90/Wine Club Members and $110/Non-Member
More Information

March

6

Harmony Cellar’s “Club Carry Out Party”

Saturday, March 6, 2010
5:30 - 7:30pm
Harmony Cellars

Pick up your March shipment in style. Wine, appetizers and FUN! Your $50 ($63 for Red Only) charge covers wine shipment and admission for (2). Current Symphony/Exceptions Members are invited, too. Non-members are welcome - $15/pp. Please call for more information 805-927-1625.

All party participants will receive a coupon to receive FREE corkage on a bottle of Harmony wine. March 6th only. Call for a list of restaurants.

February

14

Paso Robles Rhone Rangers Experience

Sunday, February 14, 2010
10:30am-1:15pm: Seminar & Lunch
1:30pm-3:30pm: Walk-around Tasting
Vina Robles Winery

Join the 35+ members of the Paso Robles Rhone Rangers chapter for a fun and educational seminar and lunch on Rhones. The seminar will provide a guided tasting of the region's principal Rhone varietals and blends. The lunch will be paired with different Paso Robles Rhone wines, and the walk-around tasting will feature wines from more than 35 Paso Robles Rhone Rangers.

The day's events will take place at Vina Robles Winery. Tickets for the full slate of activities, including the seminar and lunch, are just $75, and tickets for tasting alone are available for just $25. Qualified trade will be admitted free to the walk-around tasting. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.rhonerangers.org.

February

13

Valentines Dinner In The Vineyard At Mitchella Winery

Saturday, February 13, 2010
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Mitchella Winery

Music by Mike McGuire. $99/pp or $79/pp Wine Club
Hand Passed Hor's d oeuvres & Bubbles, and Four Course Dinner
Wine Club Member Discount : $20.00 on a max. of 4 persons - pre-payment required for online tickets.