Upcoming Events at Edward Sellers!

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Greetings Wine Linos!
A bunch of fun and interesting events coming to Edward Sellers over on the West side of Paso!
Blending Seminar And Luncheon At The Winery
Be a Winemaker for a Day!
Saturday, April 7th at 10am
Join Edward Sellers for this small intimate gathering of fun and education.  Ed Sellers and Jeremy Weintraub, Winemaker, will lead you through their  process of creating the blends you have come to know and love. The blending seminar will offer their wine club members and guests the opportunity to play winemaker for a day.  Participants have the opportunity to get to know each of their Rhone varietals and then learn what each does in a blend  (depth, fruit, spice, etc.) After learning the process, the group will be separated into pairs, each pair given the opportunity to experiment with their new found knowledge and create their own special blend.
After the seminar enjoy a beautiful lunch on the Patio with one of your favorite Edward Sellers wines.  Limited to 26 people.
$45 Per Person/$35 Wine Club
RSVP Today 805.239.8915 or contact Kendall at kcarson@edwardsellers.com
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Spring Wine Club Is Coming!
It’s time for the Spring Cellar Club shipment and Edward Sellers is excited to release their first offering from the estate, the 2009 Inception.  This beautiful blend of their estate Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre is a wine you are going to want more of for your cellar.  At only 198 cases produced, it won’t be around long.  Also, in this shipment is the 2011 Rosé made of 50% Grenache and 50% Syrah. This wine is the perfect wine for your spring and summer outdoor entertaining.
Hope to see you at one of these fun events!
Until the next drop.
The Wine Line

March Madness…We Must Be Mad!!!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

The insanity that is March Madness has taken over The Wine Line and you can take advantage of it!  We are offering $5 off per person for either our Paso Robles or Santa Barbara tours.  Book now and “hop on” later!

The lowdown: If you book anytime from 3/13/12 to 4/2/12 you will get $5 off per person.  When you make your reservation online simply enter MADNESS in the coupon code field in the booking process.

The fine print: You must book by the end of business on 4/2  and  “hop on” by 5/25/12, meaning your tour needs be taken by 5/25/12 (no extensions or exceptions).  This promotion cannot be combined with any other offers.

Looking forward to having you “hop on” soon!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

4 Time Wine Lino Testimonial!!

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Hey Jason,

Just wanted to let you know that we had a great time on Sunday. Our driver was fantastic and your suggestions for wineries was spot on.  Also wrote a review on Trip advisor that should be up in the next day or two.

Cheers,

Charley D. (4 time Wine Lino!)
Redlands, CA
2.19.12

Zin Fest Fondue Party at Eberle – 3.16.12

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Greetings Wine Linos!

With Zin Fest fast approaching there are going to be events galore!  Eberle’s Fondue Party looks like a very fresh and fun one you may want to attend.

Zin Fest Fondue Party – Friday, March 16, 2012 at 6:30 pm

Featuring French Chef Andre Averseng and Cristina Averseng from Dining with Andre

What’s not to love about a fondue party? Cheese, veggies, gourmet salami, bread and even a chocolate fondue to pair with your favorite fruit; Eberle think it sounds like a lot of fun and a great way to celebrate all things “Zin” during the 20th Annual Zin Fest in Paso Robles.

If you’re in for a “dip” we’ll see ya there!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

The Year in Preview for Mondo Cellars!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

Apparently our buddies over at Mondo Cellars have been busy planning events for this year!  Check out all that they have going on this year.  If you’ve never been to their hilltop tasting room, you are missing out!  What an incredible view!  Oh, and they have wine too. 😉

Sunset Happy Hour – Fridays

Every Friday Night beginning March 2, 2012 through October join Mondo from 5pm till Sunset  …Learn More

 Mondo Mob Pick-up Party

Friday March 9th 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm live musicand free appetizers.

 Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival

March 16 – 18, 2012

The Paso Robles Zinfandel Festival is always held the third weekend in March…Mondo Cellars will be the place to be all weekend long…Join them!

Friday Night: Sunset Happy hour 5:00 pm till Sunset. Wine by the glass and by the bottle. Enjoy live entertainment by local favorite Acoustify and reasonably priced gourmet catered appetizers. No cover charge.

Saturday: St. Patrick’s Day and Zinfandel Festival weekend, great Combo! Live Music by Troy O’Shann & Eddie Gutierrez 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm and an authentic Irish food buffet 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm $10.00 per person, Mondo Mob club members Free!

Sunday: Wine and cheese pairing all day.

 Bearcat Boosters – Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration

Saturday March 17th, 2012

6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
At Mondo Cellars – In Piazza Mondo and the Barrel Room
Two Dinners for only $100.00

4th Annual Wine 4 Paws Weekend

April 14-15, 2012

Mondo Cellars Kicks into high gear in support of Wine 4 Paws and the Woods Humane Society.

Friday Night: Sunset Happy hour 5:00 pm till Sunset. Wine by the glass and by the bottle. Enjoy live entertainmentand reasonably priced gourmet catered appetizers. No cover charge.

Saturday: Free live Music 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm and gourmet hot dogs with all the fixins’ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Food -$8.00 per person, Mondo Mob club members $4.00.

Sunday: Tasting on the patio.

  The 2012 Wisdom series:

Wisdom Events brings the 2012 Wisdom series benefiting the Global Alliance for Balance and Healing and will run May through September on the third Thursday evening of each month.

 30th Annual Wine Festival

May 18 – 20, 2012

Paso Robles Wine Festival is the marquee tasting event held along California’s Central Coast. Wine Festival is always held the third weekend in May and offers guests the opportunity to taste Paso Robles wine in the charming Downtown City Park. Mondo Cellars will pull out all stops to make this weekend a very memorable one!

Friday night: Sunset Happy hour 5:00 pm till Sunset. Wine by the glass and by the bottle. Enjoy live entertainmentand reasonably priced gourmet catered appetizers. No cover charge.

Saturday:

In the Park: Join the Mondo Mob at the downtown city park from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm…more info on the event http://www.pasowine.com/

At Mondo Cellars winery: Live Music 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm and Country BBQ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm $10.00 per person, Mondo Mob club members $5.00

Sunday: Wine specials and tasting on the patio

 MONDOMANIA 2012 SUMMER SPECTACULAR

June 30th 2012

6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

In Piazza Mondo and the Barrel Room

Join Mondo for a fun filled all inclusive County Fair style summer extravaganza party…Live Music by The Mystics. One price gets you all the food, beer, wine and dessert…go ahead indulge!

$70.00 per person – General Admission

$50.00 per person – Mondo Mob Members

  14th Annual Paso Robles Rotary Winemakers’ Cookoff

August 11, 2012

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

River Oaks Hot Springs, Paso Robles

Mondo Cellars will be there with a new sensational culinary creation paired with some classic Mondo wines. Ask about how Mondo Mob Members can pre-order discounted tickets to this event.  More info at http://www.winemakerscookoff.com/

 Harvest Wine Weekend

October 19 – 20, 2012

Friday night: Sunset Happy hour 5:00 pm till Sunset. Wine by the glass and by the bottle. Enjoy live entertainment and reasonably priced gourmet catered appetizers. No cover charge.

Saturday: Live Music 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm and delicious food buffet 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm $10.00 per person, Mondo Mob club members $5.00

Sunday: Wine specials and tasting on the patio

 Mondo Cellars 5th Annual Halloween Bash

October 26, 2012

7:00 pm-11:00 pm

In the Barrel Room

Back by popular demand this year’s theme is MONDOWOOD the sequel “Hollywood Theme” Walk the Red Carpet as your Favorite TV, Music or Movie Star. Live Music. Entry includes everything…food, beer, wine and dessert…Follow the Hollywood search lights to the party, take your picture under the MONDOWOOD sign and shine all night long!

$70.00 per person – General Admission

$50.00 per person – Mondo Mob Members

 Mondo Cellars New Years Eve Gala

December 31, 2012

7:00 pm-11:00 pm

In the Barrel Room

Mond007 – Night at Monte Carlo – Elegant New Years Eve Gala

$75.00 per person – General Admission

$55.00 per person – Mondo Mob Members

Hope to see you at one of these wonderful events!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

February at Castoro Cellars

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Greetings Wine Linos!

February is bringing some happening “happenings” to Castoro Cellars.  Check out these upcoming events.

FEBRUARY ART EXHIBIT: STEVEN NAKAMURA
“The Colors of Wine”
FREE

Steven Nakamura, who loves to experiment with a variety of unusual media, paints with wine in much of this fascinating exhibit.

Meet Steven and view his work at an Artist’s Reception on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2-5pm in the Castoro Gallery. Make sure to see one of the live belly dancing performances held at 2:30pm and 3:30pm! Wine and appetizers will be served.

“Castoro Cellars Primitivo label painted in Primitivo”

WINE CLUB PICK-UP PARTY
Saturday, Feb. 18, 11am-2pm.
FREE – CLUB MEMBERS

Pick up the February club shipment and party with us! Live music by Mike McGuire, brunch by Splash Cafe and best of all, Dam Fine Castoro Cellars Wine! Not a club member? Join now and come to the party!

RSVP REQUIRED: Email events@castorocellars.com.
RSVP deadline Feb. 10th. Two attendees per membership.

Have friends who might enjoy tagging along? Club member guest tickets are only $12.50/pp!

Ticket purchase will be refunded if your guest signs up for our wine club and buys the current shipment.

HIGHWAY 46 WEST “WINE SAFARI WEEKEND”
Saturday, Feb. 18 and Sunday, Feb. 19
$21.99/pp

Benefit Event for Zoo to You: Each Wine Safari Passport entitles you to a free tasting and a close-up visit with a wild animal from Zoo to You at each of the 13 participating wineries! Animals at wineries 11am-4:30pm.

Purchase passport tickets at brownpapertickets.com or at participating wineries. Visit CastoroCellars.com or Paso46WestWineries.com for more info. $20 from every ticket goes to “Zoo to You.”

Make sure to visit Castoro Cellars to see their special animal guest…yes, that’s right, it’s a real, live BEAVER!

BISTRO CONCERT – STEVE WILLIAMS
Sunday, Feb. 26, 1-4pm
FREE

Join Castoro for a magical performance by this uniquely talented musician! You’ll love this concert, so mark your calendar and get ready for an awesome afternoon of wine, song and fun in the relaxed, intimate atmosphere of their Events Gallery.

Outside food is welcome! “It’s a Wrap and More Catering” will stop by with gourmet boxed lunches for sale. You can pre-order with Michelle @ 805.610.4875.

Castoro Cellars wine will be available for purchase – no outside alcohol allowed.

Hope to see you at one of these festive February festivities!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

Upcoming Events at Clayhouse Wines!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

We hope everyone enjoyed their holidays. Now it is time to enjoy Paso Robles! One of our great Downtown Wineries is have some exciting events coming up for February & March.  Take a look below and see which one(s) fit your schedule.
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Join Clayhouse and other fine Downtown tasting rooms the first Saturday of every month for a celebration of wine and art! Walk around the beautiful downtown and experience many different artists, music and wine in several tasting rooms & galleries. Stop in before your dinner reservation or after an early dinner. Event runs from 5 – 8 pm.
Saturday, February, 4

Artist: Local Photographer, Donald Walker
Musician: Local Acoustic guitarist, John Zamora
Head in and enjoy the evening with Clayhouse! For more information, check out their website listing: http://www.clayhousewines.com/events/index.php?id=77
 
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Winery Dinner Event at Estrella Restaurant 
Thursday, February 9
6:30-8:30 pm

Plan an early ♥Valentine’s♥ Dinner with your sweetie! Join Clayhouse and their winemaker, Blake Kuhn, at Paso Robles’ newest downtown restaurant –Estrella. Executive Chef Ryan Swarthout will be preparing a delectable four-course meal paired with four Clayhouse wines.
Tickets are $60/pp or $55/Wine Club.
To make your reservation, call Estrella 805.226.5406.
Ladies Night
Ladies Night Out: Revive & Rejuvenate!
Friday, February 10
6 – 8 pm
Join Clayhouse as they celebrate and promote good health in this new year and support local women’s small businesses! There will be wine by the glass or bottle and small nibbles. This will be an expo-style event with all female professionals providing mini services as well as their products. They will also be raffling off some great stuff! A percentage of the proceeds will benefit North County Women’s Shelter in PR. Reservations required.
Tickets are $20/pp or $15 Wine Club/Industry (includes your first glass of wine.)
Email info@clayhousewines.com or callthe tasting room 805. 238.7055 to reserve your spot
SAVE THE DATE
Zinfandel Festival Weekend
March 16-18
Blending in the Barn Party
Red Cedar Vineyard, Shandon
Friday, March 16
6 – 9 pm
Tickets: $55/pp or $45/Wine Club
Make your reservations now! Friday, March 16, Clayhouse will be having a “Blending  in the Barn Party” with live music by Sessions Irish Band, wood-fired pizzas by local pizza artisan, custom mini cupcakes, and much more. Kick-off  the weekend by blending your own Adobe Red in their barn located on their Estate Red Cedar Vineyard. Tickets are on sale now! Invite Only-

Email info@clayhousewines.com or call the tasting room 805.238.7055 to reserve your spot!
We look forward to seeing you at one of these events or having you “hop on” soon!
Until the next drop.
The Wine Line

Valentine’s Day at Vina Robles!

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Greetings Wine Linos!

Love is in the air

Treat your loved one to something wonderful this year! Join Vina Robles at one of these upcoming events.

VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER
Estrella, 815 12th Street, Paso Robles
Tuesday, February 14 – 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy a romantic dinner at Paso Robles’ newest hot spot, Estrella. You and your date will be greeted with a glass of sparkling wine and then enjoy a Latin inspired four course meal prepared by executive chef Ryan Swarthout.

Here is the tantalizing menu and pairing:

First Course
Steamed Black Mussels with Spanish Chorizo and Smoked Chili Cream Sauce
Vina Robles 2010 Verdelho

Second Course
Crispy Masa Cakes filled with Slow Cooked Pork, Chipotle-Tomatillo Salsa and Spicy Cabbage Salad
Vina Robles 2009 RED4

Third Course
Argentinean Style Grilled Ribeye with Purple Potatoes and Chorizo served with Chimichurri Sauce
Vina Robles 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon, Huerhuero

Fourth Course
Spiced Hot Chocolate with Mini Churros
Vina Robles 2008 Petite Sirah, Jardine

$80/pp; $70/Signature Wine Club members
RSVP to 805.226.5406

 

HARRIS RANCH BEEF PAIRING & LIVE MUSIC
Saturday, February 11 – 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Kick-off Valentine’s Day weekend with wine, food, and live music at the Vina Robles tasting room! Starting at noon, Harris Beef Ranch will be serving New York Steak bites paired with Vina Robles estate wines. At 1:00 p.m. local singer and songwriter, Nataly Lola, will continue their Saturday Live series and provide melodic pop, folk, and jazz tunes.

Complimentary, no RSVPs required. Wine for purchase and tasting available.

CHOCOLATE PAIRING
Sunday, February 12 – 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Enjoy an afternoon of chocolate and wine pairing as San Luis Obispo based Sweet Earth Chocolates presents a selection of their delectable organic and fair trade chocolate creations in the  tasting room.

Chocolate tasting is complimentary, no RSVPs required.

Hope to see you at one of these lovely events!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

Upcoming Feb. Events at Pianetta Winery

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Greetings Wine Linos!

Pianetta Winery has some exciting events coming up in February.  Check out the details below.

 

4th Annual Take Flight February 25th 3-6pm

Saturday, February 25th Pianetta will “Take Flight”, at their formal reserve tasting. They’ll be hosting this upscale event up at their Winery in San Miguel. They will be pairing 5 catered courses with our reserve Library wines for this special afternoon. This event will surely sell out, so if you would like to RSVP, call the tasting room at 805-226-4005 to purchase your ticket and find out what wines they will be pouring.

Accommodations Available!
Courtyard Marriott in Paso Robles (805) 238-2770 is offering a special rate of $139/night. Friday and Saturday rooms are available.
Adelaide Inn in Paso Robles  (805) 239-5512 rooms starting at $85 (+tax)

**Mention Pianetta Winery to reserve with the discount. MUST BOOK by 2/1, the availability and rate cannot be guaranteed after!**

First Saturdays: Wine & the Arts

First Saturdays is a monthly event promoting great local artwork, downtown tasting rooms and art galleries.  February 4th, 5-7pm Pianetta is featuring Joan Scott, a local artist with great work on display in the tasting room during the month of February! Join them for an artist reception with Joan, fine cheeses and great wine!

Look forward to seeing you at one of these great events!

Until the next drop.

The Wine Line

Customer Testimonial – Santa Barbara 1.21.12

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[redbox]Hi Jason,

We would just like to thank you for the wonderful service we received from you and Natasha on our Wine Line adventure this past weekend.  You were both great and very accommodating and we really enjoyed our day.  Attached is the group picture we took at the end of the tour.
Thanks again!
Sincerely,
Gina, Windi and Colleen
Simi Valley, CA
1.21.12

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