Friday Fun Nite @ Rio Seco w/ Dean Coy & Friends!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

Rio Seco’s party season is in full force!  Check out what’s coming this Friday:

Friday Fun Nite #2 with
Dean Coy & Friends! 

Hello, Club RIO and Friends!
Kicking off the summer season with ZZAH sure was a treat! Looking forward to this coming Friday, June 27th when Dean Coy & Friends will be our headliner. Our usual wine, food, music and BBQ will make for a great night. 6-9pm, only $10, family friendly, kids under 10 yrs FREE! Call the winery for more info (805) 237-8884 or email to RSVP, please info@riosecowine.com. Always a good time, and pizza night too! Be sure to wear your dancin’ shoes! See you Friday!
The Hinkles
info@riosecowine.com.
(805) 237-8884

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

Party With a Purpose at Rio Seco – 3/14

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Greetings Wine Linos!

The folks at Rio Seco are havin a partay for ZinFest and hoping to support a great cause.  Here are the deets:

Rio Seco Vineyard and Logo

 

oh, oh, oh, oh… Stayin’ Alive, Stayin’ Alive!
70’s DISCO & Fondue Fundraiser

Hello, Club RIO and Friends!
Along with Miracle March (rain) or March Madness (basketball), March always brings US Zinfandel Weekend here in Paso!  This year, on Zin Weekend, we are looking forward to help raise money for a good cause, one that is close to our hearts, the Fight Against Cancer!
We hope you can join us here at RIO SECO, Friday, March 14th 6-10 pm for disco, disco, disco, the theme of our Wine, Cheese, Chocolate and Fondue (or is it “fundue”?) 70’s party!  We will be celebrating our long-standing tradition of enjoying fantastic Paso Robles Zinfandels AND teaming up with Relay for Life/American Cancer Society for live music, plenty of eats, treats, dancing and Zinfandels. Only $10/pp with RSVP or $15/pp to reserve a private table (seats 6-8) $15/pp at the door.  Over 30 silent auction items to entice you to contribute, special discounts for groovy costumes, and drawings & give-aways, too! Hopefully the Go-Go girls will help you get your Hustle on!  

Call the winery for more information or to reserve your spot
805.237.8884 or email:  info@riosecowinecom

Help us “Party with a Purpose”!

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Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

Vintage Paso Fest at Castoro Cellars!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

Can you hear it?  It’s coming!  The annual Vintage Paso Zinfandel Festival is almost here!  Castoro has plenty of goings on for the festival.  Check it out:

Only 1 week until Vintage Paso:
Zinfandel and Other Wild Wines!
Staying true to tradition Vintage Paso is a celebration of Paso Robles’ heritage grape (as well as Castoro’s), Zinfandel. Immerse yourself in this complete Zinfandel experience at Castoro Cellars!

Friday, March 14th: Kick Off Celebration

To kick things off on Friday, March 14th Nataly Lola and Friends will be there!  Nataly will be joined by Grammy nominated songwriter Randy Rigby along with the rest of her band.  They will tantalize your ears with their jazzy sound, guaranteed to pair well with any wine you choose!  This concert will be held in ‘Z’-Events Lounge.  The doors open at 6:15pm and tickets are only $15.  Admission includes both the show and a glass of wine from the famous Castoro keg barrel!  Chef Phil Lang of Bon Temps Creole Café, located in San Luis Obispo, will be preparing a delectable selection of grub.  Click HERE to see Phil’s menu.
Tickets to this show are almost sold out so purchase yours HERE today!

Saturday, March 15 & Sunday, March 16:
Tasting Room Open House
Come back either Saturday or Sunday for the Tasting Room Open House held from 10-5:30PM, tasting and more for only $5.  Guests are welcomed to enjoy barrel samples (Zinfandel and more!) while chatting with the owners of Castoro Cellars or perhaps one of the members of the highly skilled winemaking team.  They will also be hosting local vendors that will be providing samples of artisan olive oils and vinegars.  Visit the Art Gallery where three separate artists will be displaying their exceptional pieces.

You may recognize this painting by Maeve Croghan from the front of the Late Harvest Zinfandel label!
Sweetwater the Trio will return to perform from 12-4PM!  This Castoro favorite will be sure to get you out of your seat make you boogie.  Entry for the day is only $5!  Make sure to bring a chair or blanket and relax on the Tasting Room lawn and stay the day (or two!).  Lunch by Splash Cafe will be available for purchase both days.

Hope to have you “hop off” to partake!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

Upcoming Events at Le Vigne!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

Some great things coming up at Le Vigne.  Check it out:

News & Events

Spring has arrived!

With March comes the first day of spring which also brings about the beginning of a new growing season as the vines awake from their winter dormancy. The rain from this first week in March was a much needed respite from the dry spell that lingered over Paso Robles and the rest of the central coast this winter. Although a healthy dose of rain fell over the weekend, it equates to a drop in the bucket for the overall deficit of precipitation that we are encountering this year (3.6 inches verses our average or 14.3 inches annually). We hope for more rain this spring and we look forward to the 2014 vinage.

 

Le Vigne has a fantastic set of events planned for Vintage Paso: Zinfandel and other wild wines.  They’ll have guest Chefs Giacomino Drago & Tanino Drago of Beverly Hills preparing a gourmet meal paired with Le Vigne wines.  Make sure to visit their website to purchase your tickets for the winemaker dinner as it is almost sold out.

 

 

Newly Remodeled Tasting Room Grand Opening

Coming in April don’t miss the ribbon cutting and grand reopening celebration of the newly remodeled tasting room on the 25th of the month from 4pm-6pm. For more info click here. Join them for passed appetizers, cheese pairings, see the new Vineyard room and sign up to win wonderful prizes.

Hope to see you soon!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

 

New Testimonial for Paso Robles!

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Greetings Wine Linos,

Got a nice little email from a recent customer in Paso Robles!  Check it out:

Jason,
My wife Serena and I had a great time on Saturday. We couldn’t be happier with our driver Mike. He was flexible, prompt, and accommodating. He really went beyond our expectations in service.
Thanks!

Josh & Serena J.
Los Angeles, CA
2.9.14

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Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

Tour of Paso Benefit – 3/22/14

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Greetings Wine Linos,

Having lost my mother and my cousin to the big & ugly C, I am very happy to be able to promote events and fundraisers like these:

Hope to see you there!

Until the next drop.
The Wine Line

 

46 West Wine Flight Weekend – 1/25 & 1/26!!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

The Wineries of the 46 West are offering one helluva deal!

Taste at 18 Paso Robles wineries for only $20!

The 46 West Wineries Wine Flight Weekend is back Jan. 25-26th! And once again you can taste some of Paso Robles best Westside wineries for a single tasting fee — good for an entire weekend. Purchase a Ticket for only $20 and get complimentary wine tasting at 18 member wineries all weekend long.

46 West Wine Flight Weekend Info and Tickets

And if you buy a 2 Day Pass we can shuttle you around for the weekend.  You’ll save $10 off per per person for the second day.

Hope to see you this weekend!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

Midnight A Go-Go at Midnight Cellars!

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Greetings Wine Linos,

Do you like to Shake Your Groove Thing?  Do you want to go to Funky Town?  Do you have Night Fever?  Well, Midnight Cellars has the party for you!


So, bust out your hot pants, bell bottoms or your white 3 piece disco suit and join the Disco Inferno!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

 

Valentine’s Weekend with Firestone!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

Happy New Year to everyone!   We hope you had very Happy Holidaze and a wonderful time ringing in the New Year!

Now, it’s time to start make some more plans…and Firestone Vineyards has something for you!

Valentine’s Winemaker Dinner

Firestone cordially invites you and your sweet to celebrate love through your taste buds with a night of aphrodisiac inspired dishes paired with wonderful Firestone wine, on Saturday, February 15th from 6:00pm-9:00pm. Santa Barbara’s favorite caterer, Pure Joy Catering, will create a “love” inspired meal that will enlighten your senses and allow you to experience a memorable Valentine’s Day through food and wine. Winemaker Paul Warson will walk you through each course as he pours you the newest vintages of his favorite wines.

Firestone Valentine's Winemaker Dinner Firestone Valentine’s Winemaker Dinner
5017 Zaca Station Road
Los Olivos, CA 93441
Map it on Google

$65 Firestone Cellar Club Member Price
$75 Foley Food and Wine Society Members
$80 General admission
See our weekend package pricing below
(savings of $20 per couple!)

 

Valentine’s Winemaker Dinner

Appetizer
Oysters with Ginger Ponzu

First Course
Chilled Market Berry Soup with Créme Fraîche

Second Course
Roasted Local Beets on Arugula with Goat Cheese
and Candied Pecans with Blood Orange Vinaigrette
Handmade Bread Sticks

Third Course
Lemon Rosemary Pork Loin with Confetti of Garlic, Parsley & Lemon Zest
presented with Balsamic Glazed Chippolini Onions, Fresh Heirloom Carrots
with an Olive Oil Herb Drizzle and Garnished with Cherries

Vegetarian Option:
Golden Mushroom & Tofu Sausage Tartlet

Dessert
Dark Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Skewers of Fresh Pineapple and Blood Oranges
with a Creamy Passion Fruit Drizzle
Nut and Honey Bites

Make it a
Valentine’s Wine Weekend Getaway

Spoil your sweetheart the following morning with a wine country brunch including relaxing views, delicious food, great company, and don’t forget the wine! Enjoy a Valentine’s Sunday Wine Brunch at sister winery Lincourt Vineyards in Solvang (7.5 miles) on Sunday, February 16th from 11:00am-2:00pm.

Valentine’s Package Deal Pricing:
Includes Valentine’s Winemaker Dinner and Sunday Brunch
$90 Firestone or Lincourt Cellar Club Members
$110 Foley Food and Wine Society Members
$120 General Admission
For more information and to make reservations for the Winemaker Dinner or Valentine’s package deal including Sunday brunch at Lincourt, please email tastingroom@firestonewine.com or call 805-688-3940. Seating is limited and space is reserved on a first come, first served basis.
Hope you can enjoy the festivities!
Until the next drop.
The Wine Line

New, Incredible 5 Star Yelp Review for Paso Robles!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

WOW!!  I am speechless.  “R.S” just posted on of the most glowing 5 Star Yelp review in the history of 5 Star Yelp reviews.  Read on!

Posted 10/7/2013

When I first looked into The Wine Line and read the Yelp reviews I was excited to hear about such a great transportation/tour option in PR, yet skeptical because it seems when there are so many 5 star reviews for an establishment that either: 1. this place is really really really good or 2. someone is lying.  Unfortunately, having moved to LA recently from the east coast, all too often is the case the latter and the Yelp reviews are skewed and “planted” and a 4 or 5 star reviewed establishment NEVER lives up to the expectations, never…but, I digress.

The great news is The Wine Line is a true, legit, 100% without hesitation 5 star experience from beginning to end.  No questions asked. No BS.

Let me start by saying our date, Saturday 10/5, booked up quickly and only half of our 4 person party got a reservation online before it was full.

Left with only half our party being booked, we quickly emailed Jason, the owner, and I heard back from him over the phone within 5-10 minutes of sending the email.  He basically said, “We do book up quick sometimes, but if you are a little flexible with me, I will surely  accomodate your party”. He was friendly and took care of our issue quickly and without any headaches.

We were picked up on Saturday by Chris, super nice guy, in a clean van with AC and coolers in the back for lunch and wine etc.

Long story short:  In a spacious 10-12 passenger van, we had 4 people in our party and Chris basically gave us a private wine tour throughout the day.  He asked us what we were interested, we told him we were new to the PR region and to take us wherever he felt was good and he did not disappoint.  He was on time at every single location, made small talk throughout the day and was very, very friendly and accomodating to everyone in our party.

I honestly could not believe how friendly, accomodating and laid-back this experience was and how we basically had a private driver throughout the day.   Chris walked us into every vineyard, introduced us to the staff and let us do our thing.  Chris came back 40-45 minutes later and at one spot, we were having lunch, he didn’t rush us and he went about his business while we finished up.

I could not be more pleased with our experience and I would recommend them to any family or friends heading up to PR (perhaps in the SB region as well?) for a day/weekend/week of wine tasting.

Great value and great service.  Overall, a phenomenal day and it is all because of Jason, Chris and their team at The Wine Line.

**I was not paid for this endorsement and I have not been influenced to write this review here on Yelp.  This is 100% straight-forward and honest and I think there should be more establishments, like TWL, that warrant people writing open, honest, factual reviews giving great places and great service 5 stars.

A TRUE 5 STAR EXPERIENCE!

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Well, if that doesn’t raise the bar for us, huh?

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line