Guide to Wineries, Tasting Rooms, Restaurants, Events

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Guide to Wineries, Tasting Rooms, Restaurants, Events & Accommodations in
Monterey, San Benito, San Luis Obispo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties
Swank Farms Corn Maze | Salinas Valley Food & Wine Festival | Saratoga Wine Country
Summer Tastes Better on The Summit | Guglielmo’s 90th Anniversary Gala
Summer 2015 • Complimentary
To Produce
Wines That
Rival the
Greatest on
the Globe
Dean De Korth
Winemaker, Bernardus Winery
Twenty five years ago Dutchman Bernardus (Ben) Pon, inspired by the local
artisanal wines, chose the beautiful Carmel Valley in which to create his signature
winery. His dream was, and continues to be, to produce wines that rival the
greatest on the globe. A quarter-century later he has accomplished that not only
with his estate Bordeaux blend, Marinus (Ben’s middle name), but also with a
powerhouse portfolio of single-vineyard-designate Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays and
Sauvignon Blancs.
Marinus has proven to be a singularly forward-thinking concept as it represents a
twenty-first century vision: a wine that is intense, yet elegant, moderate in
alcohol, yet well-structured for long term cellaring. It represents the ideal
representation of a California version of the finest wines of Bordeaux.
My own wine journey began thirty years ago. I completed my Enology and
Viticulture studies in Burgundy and the Loire Valley in France and worked for
several prestigious wineries before returning a decade later to the Monterey Bay
area. After working for several wineries on the Central Coast, I was fortunate to
meet Mr. Pon in 2005. Together with an excellent and dedicated team, we have
forged relationships with the finest growers on the Central Coast, both in the
Arroyo Seco and the Santa Lucia Highlands appellations. Our own excellent
vineyard manager Matt Shea, a champion of sustainable vineyard practices,
cultivates our estate grapes at the Marinus vineyard, as well as our Chardonnay
and Pinot Noir vineyard located at mid-Carmel Valley.
Ben’s philosophy has never changed: spare no expense, source only the finest
grapes, buy only the best barrels and employ only the highest quality, laborintensive techniques to produce the finest wines. In order to further his goal, I
strive to pick our grapes at the perfect moment: not under ripe, nor over ripe, but
in the “sweet spot”; only then will the wines be balanced and truly expressive of
the qualities, the “terroir”, of each unique vineyard.
I feel my years of hard work and dedication have led me to this time and place, to
work with Ben Pon, to create world-class wines in this most beautiful place on
earth.
Dean De Korth
Winemaker, Bernardus Winery
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Seven Varietals, Two Tasting
Rooms, Limitless Enjoyment!
Come taste our
Home Vineyard Pinot Noir (93 points*)
Pinot Noir Reserve (91 points*)
Pinot Gris (90 points*)
Chardonnay (90 points*)
Also available to taste are
Syrah
Zinfandel
Bella Vina Port
*Points awarded in 2014 by
Wine Enthusiast magazine
Manzoni Cellars Paseo Courtyard on San Carlos
btwn Ocean & 7th in downtown Carmel
Daily 11-7 | 831-620-6541
Manzoni Estate Vineyard
30981 River Road in the Salinas Valley
Sat & Sun 11-5 | 831-675-3398
www.manzoniwines.com
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Just gorgeous
...an absolutely wonderful Pinot Noir to drink
wine enthusiast
Pessagno Winery Tasting Room
OPEN DAILY
1645 River Road
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 675 – 9463
w ww. pessagnowines.com
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Co-Publishers:
Keith Moon
[email protected]
831-754-2677
Richard L. Hughett
[email protected]
831-757-5709
Editor: Keith Moon
Director of Design & Production: Richard L. Hughett
Creative Direction: Roger W. Rybkowski
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Contributing Writers: Richard L. Hughett, Keith
Moon, Laura Ness, Erin Fogg, Bonnie Swank,
Victor Kong, Dave Muret, Annaliese Keller,
Annette Hoff Danzer, David Coventry, Dean
De Korth, Lorraine Worthy, Cindy Adams,
Kathleen Karlsen, Ken Rauh
Contributing Photographers: Keith Moon, Richard
L. Hughett, Richard Green, Laura Ness, Denise
Donegan, Luis Solano, Peggy Stap, Bautista
Moon Studio
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F e a t u r e s
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Tequila Alderete by Keith Moon
Taste tradition in every sip
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Whale Watching by Richard L. Hughett
Enjoy the best whale watching in the world
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Moss Landing by Richard L. Hughett
45th annual Antique Street Fair on Sunday, July 26th
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Santa Cruz Mountains by Laura Ness
Summer tastes better on the summit
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Saratoga Wine Country by Laura Ness
Discover artisan wines
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The Barnyard by Richard L. Hughett and Erin Fogg
Enjoy Ferrari benefit in August
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The Crossroads Carmel by Richard L. Hughett
Wine tasting, fine dining and great shopping
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Carmel-by-the-Sea
The quiet retreat for lovers of great food and fine wine
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Salinas Valley Food & Wine Festival
October 17th is date set for main event
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Boardwalk Sub Shop by Richard L. Hughett
Opening in mid July in downtown Monterey
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Vic’s Picks by Victor Kong
The Saunders family and Boëté wines
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Carmel Valley Village by Keith Moon
Sunny skies and fun times await
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Spotlight on Central California Wines by Keith Moon
Wines and winemakers are highlighted
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Guglielmo’s 90th Anniversary by Cindy Adams
Santa Clara Valley winery celebrates milestone
“The Last Shiraz”
What could be more symbolic of the wine
country around Monterey Bay than this
painting by local artist Will Bullas? A
seagull with a glass of wine? Of course! As
you can see, Mr. Bullas has a talent for
mixing whimsy with fine art, and has
been winning awards with his clever canvases for decades. Here at home he is a
past president and continuing member of
the Carmel Art Association, where he
also serves as a member of the Board of
Directors. Read more about this inspired
artist at page 91.
Call for Special Rates!
subject to availability
d e p a r t m e n t s
1Voice of the Vintner by Dean De Korth
88 Vine Notes by Richard L. Hughett and Keith Moon
92 Coming Events Activities worth noting
94 Recommended Hotels & Inns Best places to stay
95 Guide to Wine Tasting Rooms Directions and information
110 Directory and Maps of Wineries & Tasting Rooms
112 Recipes from Swank Farms and Real Good Fish
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Pacific Gardens Inn
Within walking distance of Asilomar Conference
Grounds and beautiful Asilomar State Beach, located
in a quiet, wooded setting. Comfortable, spacious
rooms feature wood-burning fireplaces. Complete
continental breakfast served every morning.
Complimentary wine and cheese offered in the
evenings. Free wireless Internet, guest laundry, two
outdoor spas and some pet-friendly rooms completes
your secluded, perfect place for a quiet getaway.
Pacific Gardens Inn
701 Asilomar Boulevard
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
800-262-1566
www.pacificgardensinn.com
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WINE
LOCATION
EXPERIENCE
Pinot Noir
Boekenoogen Vineyards
Priceless
Santa Lucia Highlands Estate
Pinot Noir voted as
Monterey County’s Best
Local Red Wine!
“2011 Boekenoogen Santa Lucia Highlands Estate
Pinot Noir awarded 94 points and Editors Choice
of Wine Enthusiast Magazine”
BOEKENOOGEN WINES
TASTING ROOM
24 W. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley CA 93924
Open 11am-5pm daily • 831.659.4215
SANTA LUCIA HIGHLANDS VINEYARD AND WINERY
831.675.3549
Boekenoogenwines.com
Taste Tradition in Every Sip
of Tequila Alderete
by Keith Moon
The Alderete Family has a long tradition in agriculture that began in the 1950s when Jesús Alderete, Sr.,
left his ranches in Jalisco, México, and came to California in search of the American dream. Using his
farming experience, he started a business to help
farmers plant and harvest crops. Under his leadership
and then that of his son, Jesse Alderete Jr., the business became a success and continues today with more
than 5,000 employees and a client list of over 30 elite
farmers in California and Arizona agriculture.
As Jesse Jr., continued to build the business, he also
embraced a dream: To combine his
knowledge of agriculture with his
passion for his Mexican heritage and develop a product that would be successful in the United States.
What better way to do this than return to the land
where his father was born, the highlands of
Jalisco, and create three superb, premium-quality
tequilas?
To begin with, Jesse Jr., and his sons Ronnie and
Jesse III, researched the best soil types, climates,
and elevations for growing the Weber Blue Agave,
recognized as the finest agave for producing premium
tequila. They took lessons from the native Tequieros of
Jalisco, and learned to refine their palates. “We studied
every part of the tequila process,” Jesse said. “From the planting of the
agave through each step up to the final bottling. We dedicated ourselves to
constantly improving it. We slow roast the agave in traditional brick and
clay ovens and use slow fermentation to develop an astonishing depth of
flavor.”
Their efforts have produced three outstanding tequilas, winners of two
double gold medals and a gold medal: Blanco with notes of tropical fruits,
Reposado with notes of vanilla, toffee and melon, and Anejo with intense
tones of roasted agave and delicate tinges of mint and rosemary.
Today the tradition of “family” in the operation of the company is stronger
than ever as it moves into the third generation. Ronnie and Jesse III are
been joined in management by their sister Sabrina and Ronnie’s wife,
Annabel. Through their combined efforts, connoisseurs of fine liquors can
enjoy the award-winning Tequila Alderete at fine restaurants and bottle
shops throughout the Monterey Bay Area and other fashionable areas.
You’ll find these locations and other information about Tequila Alderete
at www.tequilaalderete.com. 
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Tickle Pink Inn
Offers Elegance
Above the Sea
High atop the rugged cliffs above the rocky Pacific coastline
and the lush Carmel Highlands stands the romantic hideaway called Tickle Pink Inn. With 35 elegant rooms and
suites, Tickle Pink is a luxurious Carmel inn and retreat
where the warm and friendly staff makes certain that you’re
pampered with gracious elegance and every imaginable amenity. These amenities include cozy European bedding, private
decks with breathtaking coastal views, homemade breakfast
pastries, and an evening wine and cheese reception accompanied by classical music.
by Keith Moon
Secluded and peaceful, Tickle Pink will reward you with an
unforgettable romantic getaway, an exceptional California
vacation, or as the perfect site for an incomparable business
meeting. Discover the best-kept secret on the Carmel coast,
and become another of the discerning guests who accept
nothing less than extraordinary from this exceptional hotel
at the entrance to Big Sur.
How Tickle Pink Got Its Name
The site where this spectacular property stands was once the
home of State Senator Edward and Mrs. Bess Tickle. Mrs.
Tickle, who was a great lover of flowers and of pink flowers in
particular, named their hillside stone cottage “Tickle Pink.”
While this enchanting stone cottage is
gone, its name and its traditions happily
remain. Guests return to the name that’s
easily remembered and to the view and
personalized service they’ll never forget.
With its gracious elegance and 35 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites, the
Tickle Pink Inn is fully focused on making your stay truly exceptional. Tickle
Pink Inn, 155 Highlands Drive, Carmel. Call 866-723-1418 or www.
ticklepinkinn.com. 
Note: Based on
thousands of reviews,
Tickle Pink Inn has been
named one of the “Most
Romantic” hotels in the
U.S. by TripAdvisor.com.
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Old
Fisherman’s
Grotto
KNOWN FOR THEIR SEAFOOD AND FAMOUS FOR THEIR STEAKS
Restaurateur Chris Shake continues in the footsteps of his
late father, Sabu Shake, Sr., preparing innovative and internationally inspired cuisine. Founded in 1950, Old Fisherman’s
Grotto has earned a worldwide reputation for serving extraordinary food in a superb atmosphere.
The Grotto is known for its fresh seafood from sustainable
sources that diligently follow the guidelines established by
the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program. To
complement its sea fare and fresh vegetables, the Grotto also
offers expertly prepared beef.
“Our menu also features a variety of steaks, all of
which are only the finest Certified Angus Beef
available,” Shake explains.
Choice cuts include Porterhouse, Prime Rib, Ribeye, New
York, Skirt, Filet Mignon, Top Sirloin and Tomahawk, all
aged to perfection and prepared exactly to order.
A Fifty-Plus-Year Legacy
Recent honors include the “Business
Excellence Award” from the Monterey
Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, the
“Seafood Ambassador Award” from Julie
Packard of the Monterey Bay Aquarium,
and selection as one of the “Top Ten
Seafood Restaurants in the Nation” by the
American Academy of Restaurant and Hospitality Sciences.
With its breathtaking harbor views and unique commitment
to excellence, Old Fisherman’s Grotto continues to expand
upon its 50+ year legacy; serving lunch and dinner, seven
days a week, at 39 Old Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey. Call
831-375-4604 for reservations. 
Photos by Batista Moon Studio
Old Fisherman’s Grotto Seafood Steakhouse is located
on Old Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey.
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Manzoni Scores Again at SF International Wine Meet
Mark and Sabrina Manzoni went to San Francisco in June and came home with a chest full
of medals from the prestigious 35th Annual San Francisco International Wine Competition. The Manzoni wines were judged among over 4,900 others from around the world.
When the judging ended, Manzoni Vineyards had won a Gold Medal for the 2013 Pinot
Noir, Home Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands, a Silver Medal for the 2013 Pinot Gris,
Santa Lucia Highlands, and another Silver for the 2012 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir, Santa
Lucia Highlands of Monterey County.
“We’re thrilled to have earned these
awards,” Mark Manzoni said. “It illustrates
what a world-class growing area we have in
the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA.”
As with all Manzoni bottlings, these awardwinning wines were handcrafted and produced in small lots. It’s recommended that
wine enthusiasts stop by either of the two Manzoni wine tastings rooms soon and grab a
bottle or two of each before they’re gone. While there, be sure and sample the 2014
“Rosé of Pinot Noir” from Paicines in San Benito County. Only 43 cases were made. It’s
dry, delicious and perfect for summer. Also just released is the Manzoni 2013 Home
Vineyard Pinot, 708 cases, and the 2012 Estate Reserve Pinot, only 101 cases. Enjoy
them at the charming Manzoni tasting room in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, open
daily, and at the home vineyard on the River Road Wine Trail in the Highlands on
2-2-15
weekends. More info at www.manzoniwines.com. 
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“Terror in the Corn”
Awaits at Swank
Farms in Hollister
by Bonnie Swank
If you were to visit Swank Farms in Hollister you would see acres
of fruits and vegetables growing in the fields, with workers picking
and packing the produce to be sent off to restaurants and farmers
markets from Monterey to San Francisco and beyond. During the
colder months vegetables like kale and broccoli grow happily
outside, while more fragile fruit like tomatoes and cucumbers keep
warm in acres of plastic hoop houses. In July, a transformation
begins as a large field is cleared and corn is planted, not for eating,
but for entertainment. It’s time for me to go to work on creating
the new design for this year’s corn maze. For 16 seasons I have put
pen to paper, no computer, to create the most challenging maze I
can. Nothing says fall like pumpkins and a corn maze except possibly a haunted attraction, in the corn, at night. This year’s “Terror
in the Corn” takes a turn from aliens and zombies heading straight
for “Notorious New Orleans.”
A couple of years ago we decided to give our “haunt” a facelift by
creating a different, sometimes continuing haunted story. This
year two of our haunted sleuths took their honeymoon in New
Orleans, staying in a haunted hotel and visited by a ghost, no kidding. They gathered information from Marie Laveau’s House of
Voodoo to the yellow fever epidemic of 1853. They came home
filled with ideas to create our
best haunted attraction yet.
Daytime is all fun with no
scares. Our Kiddy Corral’s
open for the younger children
with its own maze and a host
of activities. Our large Maniac
Maze will challenge your
navigational skills with 27
hidden spots to find. Eat,
jump, ride, shoot pumpkins
and corn — you’re sure to
have fun!
Note: Bonnie Swank and her husband
Dick own and manage Swank Farms
and its annual Halloween event.
Learn more at www.Swank
Farms.com. 
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Monterey Bay offers the
Best Whale Watching in the World
by Richard L. Hughett
Famous worldwide as a major center for
marine research, the Monterey Bay is home
to numerous educational institutions
because of its diversity of marine wildlife
and desirable seasonal climate. There is no
place anywhere else in the world where you
can see so many different ocean dwellers,
sea birds, and especially, the magnificent
whales that travel our oceans. And, you
don’t have to venture far out to do so. The
professional charter companies listed below
can take you on an adventure of a lifetime,
one only experienced on Monterey Bay.
Contact them and plan a trip to view these
awesome creatures.
Monterey Bay Whale Watch offers
year-round whale watching trips for viewing the spectacular diversity and abundance of whales and dolphins visiting
Monterey Bay. The company is owned by
marine biologists. Their experienced
marine biologist crew narrates the trip
and shows you a variety of whales, dolphins and other marine life. MBWW has
a commitment to helping learn more
about the marine life in Monterey Bay,
and conducts marine mammal research
during the trips. Tours operating daily at
9:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Located at 84 Old Fisherman’s Wharf,
their phone number is 831-375-4658.
Visit their website: www.gowhales.com.
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The year- round whale watching and wild
life tours offered by Princess Monterey
Whale Watching are onboard the double-decked Princess Monterey or the
Greatland, both 100-foot vessels. Their
2½ to 3 hour tours depart daily at 10:00
a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and are narrated by
marine biologists/naturalists, with captains and crew that are also very knowledgeable about animal species. It’s a fun,
safe adventure and, due to safety concerns, do not offer tours to children under
the age of five or pregnant women. For
large groups and charters call 831-8697210. For other reservations, call 1-888223-9153 or go to www.princessmonterey
whalewatching.com.
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Randy’s Fishing & Whale Watching
Trips, a full service charter company,
offers daily year-round whale watching
trips, also fishing (Salmon season is here!)
and specialty cruises within the Monterey
Bay National Marine Sanctuary, one of
our country’s largest protected ocean
areas. It’s rich in marine life and a prime
area for observing exotic species: the
Blue, Gray, Humpback, Minke and killer
(Orca) whales, sea otters, dolphin, porpoise and many species of birds. A cruise
is a wonderful family experience,
educational and fun, from which great
memories are made! Email Randy’s at
[email protected] or by phone;
800 -251-7440 or 831-372-7440. 
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From the Ground Up... Stewart & Jasper
Orchards Offers a Tradition of Excellence
Stewart & Jasper Orchards, in San Joaquin Valley, is a family-run farming operation that takes pride in creating the finest
quality products. For 65 years, they have
lived by the creed “From the Ground Up,”
controlling production from orchard to
marketplace; growing, hulling/shelling,
processing, exporting and marketing.
Their store, began as a service to growers
and neighbors, is a California legacy.
pistachios, roasted and confectionery
almonds, dried fruit, preserves, almond
butter, spreads, sauces, syrups and nut oils,
sold alone or in gift packs. Their corporate
custom gifting program provides businesses with flexibility, top-of-the-line
almonds, gourmet foods and fine wines.
From guest favors to conference welcome
bags or in-room gift baskets, they can
customize gifts sure to please everyone.
Today, with the demand
for high quality foods,
tighter food safety
standards, eco-friendly
business practices, and
water conservation,
they strive to assure
your satisfaction. They
feature the finest selection of natural and in
shell almonds, walnuts,
Each batch of their almond butter is prepared with the highest quality standards,
consisting of whole natural almonds.
They feature Natural Almond Butter;
almonds blended to a smooth creamy
taste; Honey Almond Butter; almonds
blended with the natural sweetness of
honey; Vanilla Almond Butter; almonds
blended and flavored with the gentle
richness of vanilla. All are available in 12
oz. jars. How about a Almond Butter
Spinach
Smoothie?
(Shown at
left.) Contact them at
209-8629600 for this
and other
great recipes.
You can order online, or visit their stores
in Monterey, Modesto, Patterson (at
Highway 5), or their headquarters store
west of Newman.
Visit their Cannery Row store, at the
Monterey Plaza Hotel. Choose from 50
different flavors of almonds. Open Monday through Saturday, 10:00 to 7:00;
Sundays 10:00 to 6:00. The phone number is 831-375-6887. Their website is
www.stewartandjasper.com. 
“Taking Monterey
to new heights”
Wine Spectator
Carmel Tasting Room
Carmel Plaza
Ocean and Mission
Open Daily
Winery Tasting Room
Soledad
Foothill Road at River Road
Open Friday to Monday
wrathwines.com
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Moss Landing...
45th Annual Antique Street Fair on Sunday, July 26th
On Sunday, July 26th, the Moss Landing
Chamber of Commerce will present its
largest yearly event, the Annual Antique
Street Fair. Explore hundreds of booths,
furniture, antiques, art, collectibles, and
Annual Antique Street Fair
the village’s shops. Plus, a variety of food
will also be available. This great event
goes from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and kicks
off with a pancake breakfast. Food will be
available; a fish fry, artichokes, strawberries, burritos, sandwiches and hot dogs.
Entry fee is $5.00; children under 12 free.
Parking is free! No dogs allowed. For
more, call the chamber, 831-633-4501 or
visit www.mosslandingchamber.com.
Charlie Kamrath, one of California’s
finest artists, displays his creations at The
Haute Enchilada Gallery in Moss Landing. Charlie taught woodworking for
many years. Since 2003, he has been able
to pursue his passion for working with
Manzanita root burl, the bulbous nodular
Charlie Kamrath
root found under the soil of coastal Manzanita plants. From burls Charlie creates
vessels, wall hangings and sculpture utilizing each burl’s unusual shape. It is difficult
deciding what type of object is best suited
for a particular burl shape, but Charlie is
phil ’s
fish market
Visit us at PHIL’S FISH MARKET & EATERY,
named #1 Best Beach Restaurant
by BBC Travel & featured on Food Network.
LUNCH | DINNER | FULL BAR
7600 Sandholdt Road, Moss Landing, CA 95039
Phone 831. 633. 2152, www.philsfishmarket.com
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able to envision which shape each should
take. His work can also be seen at the
Venture Gallery in the Portola Hotel &
Spa in downtown Monterey. You will find
additional information at his web site:
www.charliekamrath.com or email him:
[email protected] His phone number is 831-663-3823.
The Whole Enchilada opened in 1981.
This landmark restaurant, owned by Ray
Retez, the “Mayor of Moss Landing,”
enlivens the corner of Highway 1 and
Whole Enchilada Street Churros
Moss Landing Road with its south-of-theborder atmosphere. Executive Chef Luis
Solano serves exciting entrees inspired by
the flavors of Italy, Spain, and Mexico,
such as his Mismaloya Beach Crepes:
Homemade Crepes filled with Mexican
shrimp and scallops, mushrooms and spinach, thermidor style (with hollandaise
cream sauce and cheese), broiled and garnished with vegetables. It’s a wonderful
dish! And be sure to try a great the chef’s
popular Street Churro dessert. The Enchilada offers dining indoor and outdoor on
their covered patio, and can accommodate 100 guests, for wedding dinners, parties or other private occasions. Their
phone number is 831-633-3038 and their
website is www.wenchilada.com. Reservations are suggested.
For equipment needed for any adventure
visit the J&S Surplus and Outdoor
Store, open daily at Highway 1 and
Struve Road, north of “downtown.” They
outfit outdoor lovers with camping equipment, camouflage clothing, paintball gear,
The Whole Enchilada
Market Place and Deli
J & S Surplus and Outdoor Store
military collectibles, pins and medals,
books and Air Soft equipment. It’s a great
place to just explore, because you never
know what you’ll find. It’s stocked with
not only military and camping items, but
also many things for the outdoor lifestyle.
Visit their website, www.surplusinc.com,
for much more, or call at 831-724-0588.
The Lighthouse Harbor Grill is where
locals go and they know the best places!
It’s also where you can ask a fisherman
what’s biting. Opened over 20 years ago, it
is the place for breakfast and lunch. There
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Some Restaurants are Legends
Signature Coastal Cuisine
Since 1993
Burgers &
Breakfast
Wine Tasting
Come See Why.
Where Locals Like to Eat
HIGHWAY 1 & MOSS LANDING ROAD
MOSS LANDING, CA
Come and Taste the Best Local Wines
Every Friday from 4-7 PM
Mon-Fri 6 am-2 pm | Sat-Sun 6 am-3 pm
831-633-3858
T he W hole E nchilada
7990 Highway One, Moss Landing
7950 Highway One | Moss Landing
T he M oss L anding I nn , C elebrating 60 Y ears
831-632-2628
Open daily from 7 am to 7 pm
Next to the Whole Enchilada
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www.wenchilada.com
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Lighthouse Harbor Grill
are many burgers and beers to choose
from, and they also have wine. You can sit
inside or enjoy the sun on their outdoor
deck. With ten different burgers and a
whole menu page of breakfast items to
select, including Menudo, the traditional
Mexican breakfast special from the city of
Guadalajara. The Grill, next to the
Whole Enchilada, is open Monday
through Thursday from 6:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Friday through Sunday the hours are 6:00
to 3:00 p.m.
Phil’s Oyster & Wine Bar is a great
place to enjoy an evening. Order a wonderful variety of oysters, served in different styles, and many brands of premium
Monterey area wines and beers. Phils’
Barney and Maria Santoyo of Phil’s Oyster & Wine Bar
Fish Market & Eatery was named #1 on
the BBC’s list of the “World’s Best Beach
Restaurants!” Owner Phil DiGirolamo is
also renowned for his signature dish,
Cioppino, which he will ship “everywhere
by the bucket.” It’s a great gift, especially
for friends who live away from the coast.
A while back, Phil was visited by the Food
Network and Chef Bobbie Flay, who
showed up to challenge him to a “throwdown.” Both created Cioppino, and Phil
won the challenge! For information about
shipping Cioppino, call Phil at 831-6332152, or go to his website: www.philsfish
market.com.
PotStop Moss Landing
PotStop Moss Landing has one of the
largest inventories of pots for home, garden and business in the United States!
They also carry statues, water fountains,
bamboo fencing, and a fantastic collection of Talavera art from Mexico. PotStop
is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, at 2360 Highway
One, north of downtown Moss Landing in
front of the boat launch. When you go
there, plan to spend some time, for there
is so much to see — all great items for
your home and gifts. Their website is
www.potstopml.com; the phone number
is 831-768-7557.
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Hot
Tom and Evelyn Brokaw of La Boutique
La Boutique Guatemala, celebrating
one year in its new location, is a unique
shopping experience! Owner Evelyn Brokaw previously owned Guatemala Exclusives in San Juan Bautista. Now, her
dream is a reality in Moss Landing. The
business originally was a consignment
store, but there are many exciting changes,
incorporating designer and fun clothing.
The store has a Bohemian flare with
bright colors flowing throughout. A beautiful collection of boots, leather purses,
and silver jewelry, give it a southwest feel.
Evelyn travels to the Guatemala Highlands to buy some of the world’s most
beautiful textiles and clothing that are
handwoven, hand dyed, and hand embroidered. Evelyn has over 25 years of experience and is still in awe of how beautiful
each piece is. The store also has uniquely
handcrafted wine barrel furniture by Evelyn’s husband, Tom. A professional engineer, Tom’s passions are woodworking and
winemaking. His skills, combined with
creativity and inspiration, result in furniture and other creations from French oak
barrels, the gold standard for aging of fine
wines. These materials are saved from
becoming a planter box! Everything in
the shop comes together, creating a very
welcoming feel. Open every day but Tues-
La Boutique
A Unique Shopping Experience
COFFEE &
ESPRESSO
kSpecialty Coffees
kBlended Ice Cream Drinks
kAll Natural Fruit Smoothies
kBreakfast, Bagels and More
kFree Wi-Fi
Open daily
until 6:00
831-632-2077
(Next to the Whole Enchilada Marketplace)
steaminhotcoffee.com
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Evelyn & Tom Brokaw
textiles & furniture
8011 Moss Landing Rd., Moss Landing, CA
[email protected] 831.633.5705
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day, from noon to 6:00 p.m. The phone
number is 831-633-5705. The address is
7953 Moss Landing Road.
The Moss Landing KOA Express Plus,
winner of the 2014 KOA President’s and
Founder’s Award, is the right destination
for those travelling by motorhome.
Located in a quiet harbor next to the
Monterey Bay Sanctuary, this park is a
nature-lover’s paradise, and is pet friendly!
It has 46 spaces and all the hookups. And,
when traveling, stay with other members
of the Reynolds Resort group: Salinas/
Monterey KOA, 800-541-0085; Santa
Cruz North KOA/Costanoa, Pescadero,
800-562-9867; Avila/Pismo Beach KOA,
800-562-1244. Check out all their properties at www.reynoldsresorts.com. The
toll free number for the Moss Landing
KOA is 877-735-7275 and the website is
www.mosslandingkoa.com.
Moss Landing KOA Express Plus
Silent as a whisper, the electric powered
comfortable and elegant Selkie II operated by Whisper Charters glides silently
across the water. Join Owner/Captain
Brian Ackerman and explore the natural
wonders of Elkhorn Slough, viewing rare
Southern Sea Otters, Harbor Seals and
birds. Brian, a former captain of MBARI’s
Whisper Charters Selkie II
research vessel, with over 20 years of
experience cruising our ocean, offers vast
knowledge of the area and his own personal stories. Elkhorn Slough is one of the
premier bird watching sites in the western
United States. More than 340 species
visit or find permanent refuge there,
including endangered species, such as the
Brown Pelican, Snowy Plover, and Peregrine Falcon. Bring food or Brian can
cater a light meal. Coffee, tea, soft drinks
are also available. Four two-hour tours are
scheduled daily with binoculars and bird
books on board. Reservations are required.
The last of the day is a harbor wine &
cheese tour and Brian offers excellent
wines and beers at reasonable prices.
Comments from those who have experienced this adventure include: “This is by
far the best nature boat trip I’ve ever
taken and I’ve been on quite a few.” For
more information/reservations, visit www.
whispercharters.com. The phone number
is 831-239-2914.
The Whole Enchilada Marketplace is
open daily at 7:00 a.m., where you can
buy great specialty deli sandwiches,
salads, their famous BBQ tri tip sandwich
and fresh fruit smoothies. They also sell
Gallery Representation
Venture Gallery, Portola Hotel & Spa, Monterey
Haute Enchilada Gallery, Moss Landing
www.charliekamrath.com 831.663.3823
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Cruise aboard the quiet electric-powered
Selkie II. See sea otters, harbor seals
and flocks of migrating and resident
birds. Enjoy a morning excursion or an
evening wine cruise. For reservations,
rates and cruise schedule, visit
www.whispercharters.com
in N. Harbor at the Elkhorn Yacht Club
(800) 979-3370 | (831) 239-2914
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The Whole Enchilada Marketplace
general grocery and gift items. On display
are over 100 brands of Monterey, Santa
Cruz and other California wines, along
with other liquor, including many tequilas. The cooler holds 60 new import and
craft beers, including bombers. On Friday
nights, the wine tastings from 4:00 to 7:00
p.m. are free! One of the largest produce
markets in Monterey County is next to
the marketplace. It is filled with fresh
local items, and at competitive prices.
The address is 7990 Highway One. The
phone number is 831-632-2628.
Steamin’ Hot Coffee & Espresso is
famous for serving the best espresso
drinks, coffee, and smoothies around.
Owner Jennifer Lawrence also offers delicious breakfast sandwiches and a selection
of pastries. Jennifer says, “Some people
call me a coffee snob, because taste is
everything, and there is nothing like that
first sip of fresh coffee! We offer many
international varieties, from Kenya, Panama, Peru, Mexico, and Costa Rica and
our roasters create some of the best blends
on the Central Coast. My favorite is just
straight espresso
shots served in a
ceramic cup!” Jennifer will be presenting
the 4th Annual
Cars & Coffee
Show on Sunday,
October 11th, benefiting Marine Life
Studies. For details,
call them at 831632-2077. Steamin’
Hot is at 7990 C
Highway One, next
to the Whole EnchiJennifer Lawrence of
Steamin’ Hot Coffee &
lada Marketplace.
Espresso
Open Monday
through Friday, 6:00 to 6:00; Saturday
6:30 to 6:00; Sunday 7:00 to 6:00.
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The Haute Enchilada Café, known for
“original art and artistic menu,” serves
brunch, lunch and dinner daily. Owner
Kim Solano’s kitchen strives to be 100%
organic, serving only free-range organic
poultry, sustainable seafood and all natural grass-fed beef and pork. Vegetarian
options are available. Sit indoors or outdoor patio, surrounded by plants and
sculpture. Kim’s Haute Enchilada Gallery, behind the café, houses both the
Gallery and the “The Social Club.” This
complex lends itself beautifully to the
display of works of over 50 artists. “Something for everyone, with art that speaks to
The Haute Enchilada
your heart.” Whether you’re searching for
a gift, painting or photograph, the gallery
features original art created by California
and Moss Landing artists: ceramics, jewelry, fabric art, sculptures, walking sticks,
furniture, etched and carved glass items.
Open daily 11:00 to 5:00 p.m. The Social
Club hosts public and private events of
live music, dance, dinner theater, fundraisers and more. Visit their website, www.
hauteenchilada.com for event information and sign up for their newsletter. The
Rent a kayak from Kayak Connection
to tour one of the nation’s top ten wildlife
viewing areas, the Elkhorn Slough! Learn
about its hidden wonders with a guided
tour, or explore on your own on a half-day
rental. See the largest raft of Southern
Sea Otters on the planet! And it’s a birding paradise, a migratory flyway for many
species of birds. This is family fun with no
experience necessary. Enjoy their threehour Starlight Bioluminescence tours,
where the water comes to life once the
sun sets — hot chocolate on the water
and a light show like no other! Their
shop, at 2370 Highway One, is open five
days a week from 9:00 to 5:00 p.m., closed
Monday and Wednesday. The phone
number is 831-724-5692. They also have
a shop in Santa Cruz Harbor. The website
is www.kayakconneciton.com. 
The Kayak Connection
Moss Landing is the Central
Coast’s “New Art Colony,”
and one of California’s last
fishing boat harbors.
Take the scenic drive down
Highway One between
Santa Cruz and Monterey
and stop by for wonderful
dining, wine tasting and art.
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The Corralitos Wine Trail...
A Wine Lover’s Paradise
South of Santa Cruz, a short drive from Highway One, Corralitos is a temperate
valley and mountain area at the southern coastal end of the Santa Cruz Mountains
appellation. Its microclimate is perfectly suited to the growing of estate Pinot
Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel and other outstanding
varietals.
In this idyllic spot, four family-owned wineries have established the Corralitos
Wine Trail. Included are Windy Oaks Estate Vineyards, Alfaro Family Vineyards,
Pleasant Valley Vineyards and Nicholson Vineyards, all located within five miles of
each other. Windy Oaks also operates a tasting room in Carmel.
On the short journey between wineries, you travel along scenic country roads, surrounded by redwood trees, orchards, olive groves, flower farms, and rolling vineyards. They are open for tasting each Saturday, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.,
(Alfaro and Nicholson are also open Sundays all Summer). Visit these artisanal
wineries, talk with the winemakers, discover outstanding wines, enjoy a picnic
lunch in the vineyard, a redwood grove, or on a ridge overlooking Monterey Bay.
These are unpretentious wineries. Relax with a glass of handcrafted wine and enjoy
the moment. It’s a peaceful area away from the maddening crowds, where new
friends and fond memories are often made. To find links to all four wineries, their
locations and phone numbers visit www.corralitoswinetrail.com. 
“There is a lot of magic in the air in Corralitos”
Prince of Pinot wine writer Rusty Gaffney
Savor the exceptional flavors of Paso
Robles, Monterey County and Napa
Valley from J. Lohr’s family-owned
wineries in San Jose and Paso Robles.
Wine Tasting Daily
–
Wine & Cheese Fridays
–
Educational Seminars
–
Corporate Meetings
J. Lohr San Jose Wine Center
1000 Lenzen Ave., San Jose, CA 95126 | 408.918.2160
J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center
6169 Airport Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446 | 805.239.8900
Open Daily 10am - 5pm
©2015 J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, San Jose, CA 95126
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Santa Cruz Sea Glass
& Ocean Art Festival
Over 40 Amazing Artists
FREE Raffle with Admission
$1000 Prize Piece Contest
Indoors - Full Bar and Food
Plenty of Parking
Supports Ocean Conservation
November 7-8, 2015
10 am - 7 pm
Upstairs in the Cocoanut Grove
on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
www.SantaCruzSeaGlass.com
Complimentary Wine Tasting Continues
Every Friday Night at the Marketplace!
Buy a bottle of their wine for your dinner at The Whole Enchilada, corkage free!
Friday nights are for
wine tasting at The
Whole
Enchilada
Marketplace in Moss
Landing. They host
complimentary wine
tasting from 4:00 to
7:00 p.m. These wines
are part of the over
100 premium California varietals the marketplace sells and winery representatives are there
to answer questions. After your tasting, you can
take a bottle of your purchased wine down the
street to The Whole Enchilada Restaurant to
enjoy with your dinner. And, there is no corkage
fee! At right are the participating wineries in
coming months. Check out the Marketplace for
their great deli and other food items. As well as
their inventory of fine wines, they also sell beers
and wonderful tequilas. Open daily from 7:00 to
7:00, their phone number is 831-632-2628. 
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Alicats
Stephen Ross
Rutherford Ranch
La Rocca
Chateau Marie Antoinette
Aug
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River Run
Hayes Valley
Ancient Peaks
Organic Wine Works
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Bargetto
Seeker
Robert Hall
Bernardus
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DeRose
McIntyre
Tudor
Ryder Estates
Chronic Cellars
Above: Leanne Biddle and Barbara McHale
with Joe Miller of Rexford Winery
CORRALITOS WINE TRAIL
Alfaro • Nicholson • Pleasant Valley • Windy Oaks
Estate Vineyards and Wineries
Open Saturdays 12-5pm
Opening Mid July
Authentic East Coast-Style
Cheesesteaks, Hoagies,
Calzones, Soft Pretzels
and French Fries
Visit this local treasure, where family owned
wineries welcome you to sample their artisan
estate vintages. Discover why Corralitos is
gaining wide recognition for its unique terrior.
www.corralitoswinetrail.com
Sun.-Thurs. 10:30 am-11:00 pm
Fri.-Sat. 10:30 am-2:00 am
Delivery Available
470 Alvarado Street
Monterey
831 264 1171
www.boardwalksubshop.com
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Wine Enthusiast Raves About Wrath’s 2012 Pinots
In a recent issue of Wine Enthusiast Magazine, reviewer Matt Kettmann wrote glowingly about several of the Pinots
among Wrath’s current releases. Here are excerpts from his column:
2012 Wrath Pinot Noir, McIntyre Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands — 95pts: “Clean and ripe raspberry
notes are cut with complex scents of coyote brush, slate and sweet tobacco smoke. The palate is juicy, with flavors
of wild berries and Bing cherries as well as strong accents of dried herbes de Provence, sagebrush and chipped slate.”
2012 Wrath Pinot Noir, Boekenoogen Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands — 94pts: “Strawberry syrup,
scarlet-red rose petals, warm licorice-laced cookies and dried sage combine for a brilliant nose from this reliably
exciting vineyard, planted by a longtime cattle ranching family. Flavors of raspberry torte and ripe red fruits
float across the palate with added complexity from lifting mint and lively yeast elements.”
2012 Wrath Pinot Noir, San Saba Vineyard, Monterey — 93pts: “Winemaker Sabrine Rodems uses
this winery’s estate vineyard to show cinnamon, Bing cherries, root beer and
mace aromas. The flavors of anise, raspberry juice and Earl Grey tea are spruced
up by a generous acidity that gives the herb-leaning wine exciting zing.”
2012 Wrath Pinot Noir, Tondré Grapefield, Santa Lucia Highlands —
93pts “Exciting aromas of light pomegranate juice decorated by toasted sagebrush, charred fennel, pan-toasted peppercorns, graphite and pine ash. The
herb-driven, very fragrant chaparral-like flavors show pine needles, rosemary,
chemise and bay leaf against a cranberry juice background.”
Winemaker Sabrine Rodems
Several other Wrath Pinot Noir received strong reviews including a 91 point
score for the inaugural bottling of the 2012 Wrath Pinot Noir, KW Ranch and
93 points each for two estate clonal blends, the Wrath Pinot Noir, Swan/828
and 2012 Wrath Pinot Noir, Pommard 4/777. 
Kayak Connection Offers Unique Water Adventures
caring for their young. Their
Santa Cruz location 413 Lake
Avenue, is open d a i l y ; M o n d a y t h r o u g h Thursday from
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday, Saturday, Sunday from
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The
Kayak Connection has two
locations to serve you, so you
can kayak two wonderful, distinct areas of Monterey Bay. To
explore the Santa Cruz area,
Kayak Connection launches
kayaks from their private dock
in Santa Cruz Harbor. Explore
on your own or take wildlife
tours guided by knowledgeable
staff people who discuss the
natural history of the marine
environment. Stand-up Paddleboard classes and tours are
also offered.
Kayak Connection’s second
location is in Moss Landing,
where you can enjoy a very
unique adventure, exploring
Elkhorn Slough, the ecological
treasure at the center of the
Monterey Bay coastline. They
are open daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The phone number is
831-724-5692.
On your sea adventure view the iconic landmarks of Santa Cruz;
the lighthouse, Steamer Lane, Pleasure Point, Natural Bridges,
the Wharf, and the Boardwalk, all from a unique perspective.
Enjoy dolphins, sea lions, Southern Sea Otters, harbor seals and
more wildlife in their natural habitat. View the majestic Humpback Whales as they come close to shore, feeding, breaching and
For more information about the services at both locations, visit
their website: www.kayakconnection.com. 
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Summer Tastes Better on The Summit
by Laura Ness
When summer cranks up the heat, people naturally
want to head to the mountains. Along Summit Road,
you’ll find several wine tasting destinations, including
Burrell School, Wrights Station, MJA and Loma Prieta.
Just off Highway 17, you’ll find Poetic Cellars, also reachable by taking Laurel Glen off San Jose-Soquel Road. It’s
an easy loop that will give you a good feel for the wines
of the Santa Cruz Mountains winegrowing region.
Burrell School Celebrates 125 Years
Always a favorite picnic destination, with its maple-shaded
deck and quaint gazebo overlooking the vineyards, Burrell
School’s rose gardens are splendid to behold. Enjoy them
with a glass of estate-grown “Teacher’s Pet” Chardonnay or
perfumey Cabernet Franc. This year, the historic red schoolhouse will celebrate its official 125th birthday on July 4, with
a flag raising ceremony reminscent of the original dedication
of the schoolhouse in 1890. Birthday cake will be served.
Peak inside the historic schoolhouse and admire the old
blackboards bearing inscriptions from yesteryear.
Wrights Station: Railroad Time
Named for a stop on the train that connected Los Gatos to
Santa Cruz in the 19th century, Wrights Station winery will
take you back to railroad time. Set amidst the intersection of
old apple orchards, Christmas tree farms, redwood groves and
vineyards, this oasis invites lingering over a bottle of estategrown Chardonnay or Pinot on the expansive deck or a game
of bocce ball.
Want Coffee with Your Wine?
MJA Cellars, located on the Summit and also in Santa Cruz
on Swift Street, offers a little bit of Hawaii in every glass.
Indulge in chocolate covered coffee beans and macadamia
nuts, or take home some freshly roasted island-grown beans.
Poetic Cellars: The Muse Speaks
Its tranqil, off the beaten path location and lush green lawn,
makes Poetic Cellars ideal for a weekend get
away. Visit on Passport Day for special wine
sales and food pairings. The perfect place for
any special celebration, Poetic Cellars often
offers live music poetry readings and art displays.
Loma Prieta: Top of the World
Loma Prieta Winery, at 2600 feet, offers an
impressive lineup of wines, including sparkling, Viognier, Pinot Noir and Pinotage: a bold, intense,
fruity and friendly wine that is “Pinot Noir on steroids.” The
dramatic mountaintop setting, overlooking the entire
Monterey Bay, is ideal for a picnic, bocce or lawn chess. 
Calendar of Events
July 4
125th Birthday Party at Burrell School. 2:00 p.m.
Note: Laura Ness writes about the character
of wine and the characters who make it
for many publications. Read more at
www.winefoodexplorer.com.
July 4 & 5
Roussanne Release Party at Loma Prieta Winery
July 18
Spring Passport in the Santa Cruz Mountains
August 15 & 16
Chardonnay Release Party at Loma Prieta Winery
September 12 & 13 12th Anniversary Party at Loma Prieta Winery
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Summit
Store is the
Gateway
to Mountain Wine Country
by Keith Moon
Located atop the Santa Cruz Mountains, Summit Store is your
gateway to a world of adventure and fine wine. Stop here for
directions to the many nearby world-class wineries and stock-up
on provisions for a picnic under towering redwood trees. Locals
know that Summit Store has “the world’s best sandwiches,” along
with an incredible assortment of cheeses, a huge selection of
prepared foods, and a meat counter with steaks, chops, and poultry perfect for the “Barbie.” “Plus we’ve got game like rabbit, elk,
venison and duck stashed in our freezer. We also do party trays,”
said Ben Abeln, Summit Store spokesperson.
Summit Store employees will be glad to give directions to the
many exceptional wineries located nearby. They include: Burrell
School — featuring Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir,
Chardonnay, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and more. Loma
Prieta — with its delicious Pinotage and superb Chardonnay,
Viognier, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet, Port and
Sparkling. MJA Vineyards — where you say Aloha to Pinot
Noir from the Santa Cruz Mountains and Cabernet Sauvignon
and Sauvignon Blanc from Napa. Radonich Brothers
Vineyards — with fine Pinot Noir grown near Summit Road.
Silver Mountain — offering award-winning Pinot Noir and
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Chardonnay from its certified organic estate vineyard and its
Bordeaux-blend Alloy. Villa del Monte Winery — specializing
in small lot, single-vineyard wines including Chardonnay,
Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Syrah Rosé.
Each winery, except Radonich Brothers, has a tasting room, and
all of the wines are on sale at Summit Store, as are 180 microbrew crafted beers from around the world. “We feel
that the Santa Cruz Mountains is more than a place to
come for hiking, sight-seeing, mountain biking and
wine tasting,” said Ben Abeln. “It’s a place to experience and relish the more traditional, simpler way of
life. Some would say we’re behind the times. We say,
‘we’re right on time.’ Come in, get acquainted and see
if you don’t agree.” Summit Store is at 24197 Summit
Road, “a little above Los Gatos.” Take the Summit
Road exit from Highway 17. 
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Summit
STORE
7th Annual Santa Cruz Sea Glass Festival Set for
November 7th & 8th at Santa Cruz Cocoanut Grove
What is shiny, bright, cherished and found on California beaches? If sea glass is your
answer, you are probably among those who consider these ocean-worn shards to be
more valuable than any diamond. Sea glass is man-made, originating from glass bottles
and vessels that, over decades, have been worn smooth by ocean waves and sand. Its
popularity for most people resides in the ritualistic hunt for it and its increasing scarcity. They search the shore in the hopes of a glimpse of color and the rush when they
discover a piece and inspect the smooth, semi-pitted surface, wondering what it originated from and how long it’s been in the sea. Krista Hammond’s love and passion for
collecting sea glass led to her the creation of Santa Cruz Sea Glass in 2006.
She says, “My husband, Tony Berkowitz and I have been collecting sea glass for over
a decade. We are amazed at the beautiful and rare pieces we find and want to create
environmentally responsible, high-quality pieces of jewelry, using only natural unaltered sea glass with USA sourced sterling silver. We learned the art of jewelry making
from master metal-smith Robert Wunce. Every one of our jewelry pieces is made by us and we stand by our craftsmanship for life. When
you purchase a piece from Santa Cruz Sea Glass, you are purchasing quality, integrity and jewelry made locally in Santa Cruz.”
Krista and Tony’s dedication to ocean conservation is highlighted in their partnership with the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
and the creation of the annual Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival, planned for November 7th and 8th from 10:00 to 5:00 p.m.
in the Cocoanut Grove at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Ten percent of admission fees and a portion of sales from this event are annually
donated to the NMSF. Their website is www.santacruzseaglass.com. Check them out on Facebook. Also, email her at [email protected]. 
Experience. . .
Rexford Winery Wines
Handcrafted from the great vineyards of the Santa Cruz
Mountains and Monterey County. Meet the winemakers,
retired astronomer Joe Miller and son Sam. Talk wine
and maybe astronomy. Great wines, great times
in West Santa Cruz.
Tastings at the Winery
Friday-Sunday 1-5
Winemaker Joe Miller
413 Lake Avenue
Santa Cruz
831.479.1121
2370 Highway 1
Moss Landing
831.724.5692
429 Ingalls Street, West Side Santa Cruz
831.426.1500 | www.rexfordwinery.com
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Boekenoogen Family Adds
Cabernet Sauvignon to Portfolio
by Keith Moon
A few weeks ago, Boekenoogen Winery released its first ever Cabernet Sauvignon, a 2012 vintage from the Bell Ranch Estate Vineyard in Upper Carmel
Valley. With this release, the Boekenoogen family joins an elite group of Cabernet producers in Monterey County. The decision to add Cabernet to the Boekenoogen wine portfolio did not happen overnight. “I spent many days searching
for the ideal location to plant Cabernet Sauvignon somewhere on the Bell Ranch
Estate,” said owner John Boekenoogen. “I finally found the perfect spot at an
elevation of about 2500-feet, on a south facing hill with sandstone soils — conditions exactly right for this challenging varietal. The Bell Ranch Estate Vineyard
lends itself to these hardier varietals given the warm summer weather found in
the upper valley. In addition we have the experience gained from growing numerous vintages of Viognier, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel in Bell Ranch, and
knew that the conditions here would develop superb Cabernet grapes. Seven
years have passed since the planting and now you can taste the exquisite flavors
produced from these fine vines. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.”
Daughter Holly Boekenoogen added, “When enjoying
this 2012 Cabernet your
glass will be full of black
cherry and raspberry jam
flavors with refined notes of
nutmeg, spice, chocolate,
vanillin and French oak. A
soft entry on the palate with
alluring layers of raspberry,
spiced plum, rhubarb and
cedar are accentuated by
fine, dusty tannins and a
velvety texture that leads to
John Boekenoogen with daughter Holly and son Garrett
a long, fruit filled finish. Lot
sizes produced on the Bell Ranch Vineyard are quite small in comparison to our
Santa Lucia Highlands Vineyard, where we grow our famed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. We suggest you stop by our tasting room in the Carmel Valley Village or
order on our website while this wonderful Cab is still available.”
The Boekenoogen tasting room is located at 24 W. Carmel Valley Road in Carmel Valley Village and is open daily 11:00-5:00 p.m. Phone 831-659-4215 or visit
www.boekenoogenwines.com. 
Get more details about Boekenoogen’s tasting
room in our Guide to Tasting Rooms on page 97
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Rexford Winery Offers Great Wines and Lively Conversation
by Keith Moon
A truly unique wine experience awaits you
at Rexford Winery in Santa Cruz. First,
the tasting area is in the winery itself,
nestled among barrels of various varietals.
The aroma of aging wines fills the air and
adds to the ambiance of the occasion.
Your hosts are the actual winemakers, Joe
Miller and his son Sam. Both are happy to
discuss the wines, the vineyards, and the
winemaking process in as much or as little
detail as you might wish. And, should you
be interested in astronomy, that’s another
subject right up Joe’s alley. He’s a retired
Professor of Astronomy and Astrophysics
at UC Santa Cruz and has conducted
research on a variety of topics including
the active nuclei of galaxies, quasars, and
the role of mergers and interactions of
galaxies on galaxy evolution. He also
taught university courses on enology and
wine appreciation for more than 30 years
and began making wines in the ’70’s.
Joe’s winemaking approach is influenced
by decades of exposure to the fine wines
of France and Italy as well as California.
Sam, the Rexford associate winemaker,
also has many years of experience in
winemaking and fine wine sales. Most
Rexford wines are made from carefully
selected grapes grown in the Santa Cruz
Mountains, though grapes from other
regions are used as well. “We work closely
with the growers to secure fruit that will
produce a well-balanced wine true to the
variety and without excessive alcohol.”
Their small lot, handcrafted, single-vineyard portfolio includes Pinot Noir, Pinot
Gris, Pinot Blanc, Zinfandel, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Rosé, Port and their exclusive
Fambrini Vineyard Pinot Noir. Taste
them at the winery, 429 Ingalls Street, on
the corner of Swift and Ingalls in Santa
Cruz. Open Friday 2:00-5:00 p.m.,
Saturday 1:00-5:00 p.m., Sunday 2:005:00 p.m. and by appointment. See map
at www.rexfordwinery.com or call 831426-1500. 
Monterey Bay Plein Air Painters Association
Encouraging Plein Air Painting
in the Monterey Bay Area
MBPAPA, founded in 2005, promotes plein air painting in the
region around Monterey Bay. Members strive to facilitate
communication, camaraderie and mutual support among local
plein air artists, in addition to hosting regular outdoor painting
get-togethers. We aim to foster an appreciation of the art of plein
air painting by hosting member exhibitions and demonstrations.
MBPAPA is a Non-Profit Organization that supports Art Education
in Monterey County. Visit our web site for paint-out dates and
locations and our exhibit schedule.
www.mbpapa.org
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Manuel’s 50th Anniversary
Raises $37,048 for Charities
The little restaurant that Manuel Santana opened in
Aptos in 1965 celebrated its 50th anniversary in a fashion that would have made its founder proud. This past
March the current owners, Manuel’s son and daughterin-law, Leonardo and Patricia Santana, staged a weeklong commemoration that included Mariachi music,
dancing in the street, platters of Mexican cookery, pitchers of libations and a fund raising drive to benefit local
organizations. It was a perfect way to remember Manuel
Santana, a man who loved good food, good times, good
art and helping others. By donating 50% of each day’s
proceeds and giving away five giclee prints of Manuel’s
award-winning art, the Santanas raised $37,048 to be
shared by the Homeless Services Center of Santa Cruz,
Second Harvest Food Bank, Teen Kitchen Project,
Cabrillo College’s Visual, Applied and Performing
Arts and Women’s Crisis Support.
“Starting when I was a kid, I saw how much it meant
to my mom and dad to give back to the community
that supported them,” Leonardo said. From its
beginning, Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant was an
epicenter for political activism and a gathering place
for neighbors, business people and politicians alike.
It also was headquarters for a cooperative organized
by Manuel in the 1970s to aid migrant farm families.
Throughout that period, Alice Santana, who has
been described as Manuel’s childhood sweetheart, handled the business affairs while her husband tended to the
kitchen and front end. Today, Leonardo and Patricia
carry on the tradition established 50 years ago.
“I think a lot about Manny and Alice,” Patricia said. “It
was really Manny’s vision and Alice’s hard work that
made the restaurant a success.” Patricia not only handles
the administration, she always finds special ways to add
beauty to the restaurant’s ambiance. In the summer, a
vase of fresh blooming Dahlias decorate each table.
Patricia personally grows these awesome, flamboyant
flowers in a little patch behind the restaurant. Admire
them as you enjoy one of the wonderful Mexican meals
that comes out of the little kitchen hot and fast. To get
to Manuel’s take State Park Drive off Highway One in
Aptos, go toward the ocean and look for the large, blue
awning on the left on Center Avenue. Salud! 
Top: the 50th anniversary celebration. Bottom: Leonardo and Patricia Santana.
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Retreat to Costanoa Lodge This Summer...
for an Unforgettable Eco-Adventure Experience
with all the creature comforts, to 70 tent
bungalows with hard floors and canvas
ceilings, their full service RV campground
and a pitch-your-own-tent area. And,
there is a general store! The resort’s excellent Cascade Restaurant opens daily at
7:30 a.m., offering a menu of California
Coastal Cuisine and local wines. Their
Executive Chef R. Herb Kettelson is committed to using sustainable fresh seafood
and organic produce.
Experience the beauty of California’s
coastline and discover the “pace of
nature” at Costanoa, “the Eco Adventure
Resort.” It sits on 140 acres of pristine
coastal prairie, surrounded by 30,000
acres of state parks, and is famous for
excellent service, unique accommodations, tasty cuisine, and many activities,
including hiking, biking and kayaking.
And now, you can experience northern
Tennessee Walking Horses
California’s scenic coast from the top of
one of their Tennessee Walking horses. They are the Blue Sky
Walkers, the only group of all pleasure, gaited Tennessee Walkers
in the west available for trail riding. Enjoy the guided rides
through spectacular grassland meadows and 400 acres of coastal
hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean, with opportunities for smooth
running, walking and canter on one of these spirited horses!
Costanoa hosts weddings and other catering/conference services,
and will create an atmosphere of natural sophistication for every
reception and meeting. Their spa offers integrative massage, aromatherapy, deep tissue and Arnica treatments.
Costanoa is off Highway One, on the coast at 2001 Rossi Road in
Pescadero, 50 minutes south of San Francisco and 22 miles north
of Santa Cruz. Call toll-free 877-262-7848 for reservations or
visit www.costanoa.com. For a list of events visit: http://www.
costanoa.com/activities.html. 
At Costanoa you can retreat from everyday chaos and discover
the “pace of nature.” Bay Area Certified Green Lodging options
are available at Costanoa, from their 40 luxurious lodge rooms
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Discover Artisan Wines in
Saratoga Wine Country
by Laura Ness
Saratoga is a village in every
sense of the word. Eminently
walkable, with picturesque
tree-lined sidewalks, Saratoga
is a favorite getaway, with topdrawer wineries, world-class
restaurants, spas and shops.
Stop in at Ruthe Roberts Tasting Collective for a warm greeting by Ruthe herself, and a
flight of wares from local wineries that don’t have tasting rooms, or are rarely open, like
Comanche Cellars, Comartin and Perrucci. Ruthe offers a tasty selection of bubbles, too,
along with outdoor tables for enjoying some cheeses and salamis from her well-stocked fridge.
A short drive out of town takes you to Cooper Garrod, where you might share a glass of
wine with an equestrian who came for lessons at the stables. You might be greeted by whinnying as you climb the steps of the old fruit house, which serves as the quaint, inviting tasting room. Take a horseback tour of the organically farmed vineyards, or walk them on foot
with winemaker Bill, enjoying a perfumey Cabernet Franc and a series of red blends called
“Test Pilot,” named for Bill’s Dad, George, a former NASA aviator. Summer Sundays feature
Music in the Vineyard, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Just past Congress Springs, is another iconic
and historic wine property, SavannahChanelle Vineyards. Congress Springs
Winery was the original name for this place
before it was purchased and renamed after
the current owner’s young daughters in 1996.
Winemaker Tony Craig has been crafting
consistently award-winning wines from the
estate property and renowned vineyards.
Public tours are available the second
Saturday of each month, and you can enjoy
Wined Down Yoga every Wednesday from
6:00 ’til 8:00 p.m. Enjoy live music on
Fridays and Saturdays from 6:00 ’til 8:00 p.m.
for the Music at the Villa, through September
26th. 
Events for Summer 2015
July 12: Pinot and Picasso at Savannah-Chanelle
Photo by Denise Donegan
July 18: Summer Passport Day – Comanche Cellars
pouring at Ruthe Roberts Wine Collective.
Savannah-Chanelle and Cooper-Garrod open
11:00 ’til 5:00 p.m. Passports, $45: scmwa.com
July 30: Blues Night, with blue cheese, blues music and
Savannah-Chanelle wines
Aug 1:
Ruthe Roberts Tasting Collective (upper left), Cooper
Garrod (upper right), and Savannah-Chanelle Vineyards
Meet the Winemaker of Comartin Cellars at
Ruthe Roberts Wine Collective.
Aug 16: Stars and Syrah at Savannah-Chanelle
Sept 10: Movie Night at Savannah Chanelle
Sept 24: Wine and Cheese Pairing at Savannah-Chanelle
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Talbott’s
Sleepy Hollow
Vineyard is a
“National
Treasure”
In 2008, when renowned winemaker Dan Karlsen joined Talbott Vineyards,
he knew Sleepy Hollow Vineyard by more than just reputation. Dan had
been purchasing Sleepy Hollow’s coveted fruit for years, while making wine
at other wineries.
“I came to Talbott very aware that I was being put in charge of one of California’s greatest vineyards,” says Dan. “This made me embrace winegrowing
more fully than ever before. And, because I trusted the vineyard so much, I
allowed myself a more gentle hand in terms of winemaking.”
Originally planted in 1972, Sleepy Hollow, in the Santa Lucia Highlands, is
rightfully legendary. Hailed as a “national treasure,” by wine writer Robert
Whitley, it is one of a handful of vineyards in the world to have a Chardonnay honored with a rare 100-point score by Wine Spectator. While it has
long been considered one of California’s great vineyards, since coming
onboard Dan has made it even better.
“When you have the honor of farming a vineyard like Sleepy Hollow,” says
Dan, “which now has vines as old as 43 years, you make decisions that will
shape the vineyard for decades and generations, not just single vintages. In
the last seven years, we’ve replanted about 40% of Sleepy Hollow. We’ve
gone to closer vine spacing, switched to vertical shoot positioning, changed
rootstocks and replanted to clones that history has taught us work best
there. In the early ’70s, when Sleepy Hollow was first planted, our winegrowing knowledge in California was still in its infancy. With time and
experience, we have learned a great deal, and we’ve used that knowledge to
make an already legendary vineyard even more remarkable.”
For those wishing to experience the majesty of Sleep Hollow and the magnificent wines it produces, a visit to Talbott’s Winery Tasting Room at
Sleepy Hollow Vineyard is a must. The address is 1380 River Road, Salinas;
phone 831-675-0942.
For more information, click on www.talbottvineyards.com. Also, visit their
tasting room, in Carmel Valley Village - 25 Pilot Road, 831-659-3500. 
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Serendipity Influences Naming of Albatross Wines
tion and unique soil that make the
Albatross Ridge wines so distinctive.
“Our vineyard location is so close to the
coast that temperatures rarely reach above
80 degrees. This extremely cool microclimate allows the Pinot Noir and
Chardonnay to ripen over a very long
growing season,” says Brad Bowlus. The
vineyard soils are as unique as the location and comprised of diatomaceous shale
and limestone rock containing seashells
from ancient sea beds.
When Brad Bowlus and his son, Garrett,
decided to become vintners, they spent
years searching for that illusive piece of
raw land that had the ideal terroir to grow
world-class, cool climate Pinot Noir and
Chardonnay. They uncovered not only
their dream spot atop a steep and rocky
Carmel Valley ridge overlooking the
Pacific Ocean and Carmel-by-the-Sea,
but a serendipitous connection to their
family’s past.
“My dad and I had just finished planting
the vineyard,” recalls Garrett, “and were
trying to come up with a name for our
wine.” That night, while looking through
a book on Carmel Valley history, Garrett
came across a picture of his great grandfather, William Hawley Bowlus, launching
his Albatross glider off the ridges of
Carmel Valley in the early 1930’s, the site
where Brad and Garrett would plant their
vineyard 80 years later. “Call it Kismet,
fate or just plain good fortune, once we
Brad Bowlus and son Garrett planting Albatross Ridge
Vineyard in 2008
discovered this family connection, the
only name that made sense for our wine
was Albatross Ridge.”
While this relationship with the past is
compelling, it is the vineyard’s rare loca-
This connection of land, vineyard and
family is displayed at the Albatross Ridge
wine tasting room in downtown Carmelby-the-Sea. Photos of the vineyard are
beautifully displayed alongside rustic
barnwood behind the custom wine bar
composed of rock from the vineyard.
Cassia Bowlus, the winemaker’s wife,
pours their current releases of 2012
Albatross Ridge Estate Pinot Noir and
Chardonnay wines. Stop in for a flight. 
“Best Monterey Wine”
— Monterey Best Awards
Live Music Friday & Saturday 6-9
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Where Carmel Comes Together
by Erin Fogg and Richard L. Hughett
Annual Ferrari Benefit Event
Set for August 15th
Annual Ferrari Benefit
Carmel’s Barnyard Shopping Village, nestled among ambling
walkways lined by lush gardens, offers locals and visitors an eclectic array of culinary and consumer delights. Whether guests are
looking for bicycle rentals, a gourmet meal, or a fresh cup of
locally roasted coffee, the Village offers a welcome respite from
the hubbub of daily life. The Barnyard is a Car Week destination,
with its signature annual Ferrari Event benefitting JDRF
(Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation). This year’s event will
take place Saturday, August 15, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. It’s an
afternoon of revelry for hundreds of car, wine, and food aficionados. Attendees partake in decadent wines from local vineyards,
often poured by the winemakers themselves, and delectable small
plates, courtesy of the Barnyard’s diverse restaurants. Stroll
through rows of unique Ferraris, enjoy live music, great conversations and bid in the silent auction on the perfect token of this
paradise to bring home. The Barnyard’s Ferrari Event is an experience unlike any other on the peninsula during Car Week. You
can learn more and purchase tickets at their website: www.thebarnyard.com. The Barnyard Shopping Village is located along
scenic Highway 1 where Big Sur, Carmel-by-the-Sea and Carmel
Valley come together. It has been the peninsula’s gathering place
for more than three decades. Find out more about the Barnyard’s
year-round schedule of events and specials at www.thebarnyard.
com or by calling 831-624-8886. Be sure to like them at barnyardshoppingvillage on Facebook for special updates.
Welcome to Mon Amie, the Consignment Boutique... Now
in The Barnyard. Mon Amie, Carmel’s cutest, ultra-feminine
consignment boutique has moved and is now centrally located at
3706 The Barnyard, Suite G-II, on ground level. The new, easierto-find location has complimentary storefront parking next to the
garden setting and has constant foot traffic, thus giving your
consigned treasures maximum exposure! Mon Amie, meaning my
friend in French, first opened in 2009, with the imagining that
your clothes, like your friends, become an integral part of who
you are. “They just make you feel good about yourself and it’s hard
to find those kinds of
friends,” says Kimberly Adams Gere,
the store owner and
its heart and soul.
She’s had a life-long
passion for fashionable treasures and
the thrill of hunting
for them. Having
countless years of
Kimberly Adams Gere of Mon Amie
customer service,
she enjoys helping gals discover their inner fashionista! With an
air of quality in a wonderful setting, Mon Amie deliberately creates a warm and welcoming ambiance in which to buy and sell
contemporary, vintage and/or designer treasures. It’s a feminine
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designed for the
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Discover Previously
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3604 The Barnyard,
Carmel, CA 93923
1.800.377.8810
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Flowers for Every Occasion!
Under the windmill at the Barnyard, Carmel
(831)
626-3779
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www.swissbistro.com
3706 The Barnyard, Suite G11
Open Monday-Saturday 10:30-5:30
831-625-5100
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treasure trove chock full of girly treats! For more details, please
visit the website: www.monamieconsign.com or call Kimberly at
831-625-5100. Mon Amie is open Monday through Saturday
from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
florist. The toll free number is 800-377-8810; call locally 831624-5395. Located at 3604 in The Barnyard, their website is
www.tempelsofcarmelflorist.com.
André Lengacher and his wife Nargis opened the Lugano Swiss
Bistro in 1995. It was their dream to create a cozy restaurant
where diners could be transported to an alpine chalet and enjoy
wonderful varieties of fondue and other European cuisine. Their
bistro is that reality. Guests can order from an extensive menu,
which includes Schnitzel, rack of lamb, Bratwurst, steak, pork
loin and fresh fish dishes. They also carry fine California and
Swiss Wines. And, there is a children’s menu and a lite fare offerings. André says, “Swiss cuisine is the best of French, Italian and
German food, and we are very pleased that so many locals and
visitors come here to experience our little taste of Switzerland.
They come as guests and leave as friends.” Open daily, Lugano is
located at 3670 The Barnyard, under the windmill. There is a
banquet room and dogs are welcome on their heated patio Biergarten. The website
is www.swissbistro.
com. Call 831-6263779 for reservations
and when you talk
with André, be sure
to ask about his 5th
Annual Monterey
Bay Oktoberfest,
always on the first
weekend in October
Nargis and André Lengacher of Lugano’s Swiss Bistro
at the Monterey
County Fairgrounds This year it’s set for October 3rd and 4th.
Learn all the details at www.oktoberfestmontereybay.com. 
Tempel’s of Carmel Florist, open since 1976, creates fine flower
arrangements and wonderful gifts for every occasion. Owner
Patricia (Pat) Tempel, AIFD, has earned the highest possible
degree in design, the “American
Institute of Floral Design,” Master Designer and Advanced
Master Manager designations.
She has studied floral design
throughout the U.S. and The
Netherlands. Pat creates all
styles of floral design, including
English & French garden, contemporary, high style and Asian,
utilizing the exquisite fresh flowers of California and Hawaii. She
has designed flowers for celebrities visiting or living in the Carmel and Pebble Beach area,
Tempel’s of Carmel Florist
including Anne & Paul Anka,
Herm & Lea Edwards, Leon & Sylvia Panetta, Robert Redford,
Donna Karan, Betty White, Melanie Griffith, Alan Funt, Joan
Fontaine and Doris Day. Tempel’s is a member of Teleflora and
FTD wire services, to guarantee that your floral gift will be delivered anywhere in the U.S., Canada, Central and South America
and around the world. And, same day delivery is possible in the
U.S. and Canada! Call and they’ll do the rest for you. Simply the
finest designs with the freshest flowers from your “Extra” service
The 13th Annual Automobilia Monterey. . . a “Must Attend” Event for
Collectors of Rare Auto History!
August 10-16 is very special on the Monterey Peninsula, for it’s a week filled
with auto racing, concours events, and is the time and place for collectors of
classic auto items to gather. This car lover’s “holy week” kicks off with the
serious collector’s “Candy Store,” the 13th annual Automobilia Monterey, the
only opportunity to see 45+ selected international dealers in a single venue!
You’ll find hundreds of treasures and rare collectibles including: pre- and postwar memorabilia, world’s most significant inventory of vintage auto posters,
incredibly diverse collections of rallye plates, grille badges, pins, hood ornaments, Heuer instruments, signs, top-line scratch built & scale models, vintage
books, documents, literature and paper collectibles, original art and photography. No reproductions will be displayed or sold.
This international expo is unique in the auto world. It attracts serious collectors by being a focused event, enabling enthusiasts to buy
the best-from-the-best, in a relaxed indoor setting, with on-premises pack & ship. Since day one this event has benefitted the Monterey
Rape Crisis Center. It takes place at The Embassy Suites, on Tuesday, August 11th and Wednesday, August 12th, from 10:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. each day. The address is 1441 Canyon Del Rey Boulevard (Route 218), just off Highway 1 and north of Highway 68, with free
parking. View complete information at: www.AutomobiliaMonterey.com. As Road & Track puts it: “Automobilia Monterey is one of
The Week’s must attend events.” 
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Sea Harvest Restaurant,
Taste Morgan, Tops ’n Travel, Rio Grill,
McIntyre Vineyards are in Carmel’s Crossroads
Spend a perfect day at the Crossroads Shopping Village at the mouth of Carmel Valley and explore its many
boutiques, restaurants, retail shops, salons and wine tasting rooms. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy a warm spring
afternoon, and there is plenty of free parking.
Manager Diane Cutino Simkins of Tops ’n Travel
Stop by and welcome Tops ’n Travel.
They have the newest concepts in luggage
and everything else you need for travelling. It’s located at 219 Crossroads Blvd in
Carmel, the former location of The Travel
Bag. The previous owners, Steve and Jill
McAlpine, retired after years of wonderful
service. The new owner will continue on
as they did, giving the very best in customer service. Tops ’n Travel is a family
owned business, with another store, located
Your Central Coast Headquarters
for All Your Luggage & Travel Needs
in Santa Rosa’s Montgomery Village since
2000. They jumped on this opportunity to
serve and be part of the Carmel community and will be bringing in more lines of
luggage, such as Rimowa, Hartman, and
Tumi, to compliment the great brands
they already carry: Briggs & Riley, Eagle
Creek, Lipault, Bric’s, Samsonite, Light
Gear, Baggalini, Hobo, Lodis, Kipling.
They say customer support has been overwhelmingly wonderful! Please go by,
welcome them and check their
inventory. Tops ’n Travel is open
Monday through Saturday from
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Sunday
from 11:00 a.m. To 5:00 p.m.
Call them at 831-622-7500 or
visit www.tops ntravel.com.
If your taste is for wonderful,
fresh fish and you want a meal at
one of the area’s top seafood dining establishments, stop by David
Deyerle’s Sea Harvest Fish
Market & Restaurant, located
at 100 Crossroads Boulevard.
This award-winning eatery, family
Fresh “off the boat”
to your table!
ASON!
IT ’S SALMON SE
Sea Harvest
F IS H M AR K ET & RESTAURANT
CARMEL
100A Crossroads Blvd.
H at s • L u g g a ge • Traveling Acces s ories
831-622-7500 | www.topsntravel.com
831.626.3626
219 Crossroads Boulevard, Carmel, CA 93923
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there, be sure to pair your entrée with one
of the fine wines they offer, choosing from
many local varietals. Their website is
www.seaharvestcarmel.com. Their phone
number is 831-626-3626.
The Morgan label is synonymous with
artisan, vineyard-centric wines from the
Santa Lucia Highlands appellation The
Crossroads is home to the Taste Morgan
wine tasting room, where you can enjoy
one of Owner Dan Lee’s great Morgan and
Lee Family Farm varietals. And, as a way
of showing their immense gratitude to the
men and women who so bravely serve our
country in the military, they gladly extend
complimentary “Classic” tasting and a
10% discount on wine purchases any time
to those with active military cards. Guests
can sample the latest vintages from the
acclaimed appellation, many of which are
only available “at the source.” Taste Morgan offers a unique collection of wineoriented gifts and their center brings the
family’s history and craft to life through a
relaxed tasting experience. Morgan, in
existence since 1982, also hosts a series of
Sea Harvest Fish Market & Restaurant
owned and operated, has served the community for 27 years. The Deyerle family
also catches the fish for you from their
boats in Monterey Bay. And, it is now
salmon season! Also, any fish they purchase are from worldwide sustainable fisheries. The Sea Harvest serves lunch and
dinner daily. The market is open from
8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The restaurant is
open from 11:00 a.m. When you dine
Taste Morgan’s Aaron Covino, Janet Beaty, Melissa Askew, Amy Eitoku and Manager Deborah Canepa await your visit
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great annual events. Check their website,
www.morganwinery.com for upcoming
events or call them at 831-626-3700.
One very special restaurant in the Crossroad’s is the renowned Rio Grill, famous
for its award-winning Southwestern-style
dishes created by Executive Chef Cy
Yontz , who offers very innovative and
different entrée items every day. Rio Grill
is also famous for their colorful bar/lounge,
with caricatures of locals and celebs covering the walls. Rio is part of the Downtown Dining group, which includes two
Monterey restaurants: Montrio Bistro and
Tarpy’s Roadhouse. For reservations at the
Grill, call 831-625-5436. Open daily for
lunch and dinner. Call 831-625-5436 for
reservations.
Kitty-corner to Morgan is the 1,200square-foot tasting room for fine
McIntyre Wines from the Santa Lucia
Highlands. The 80-acre McIntyre Estate
Rio Grill Bar & Lounge
boasts some of the oldest vines in the
appellation and consistently produces
some of the most complex and compelling
wines. Owner Steve McIntyre, one of the
region’s most prominent viticulturists, has
planted more than 20% of the vines
throughout the celebrated AVA. “We
have a lot of interesting things happening
at the tasting room,” said Steve’s daughter
and tasting room manager, Kristen
McIntyre. “On the last Wednesday of the
month we are holding seminars on a wide
range of wine related subjects. Some will
be conducted by my father, who can discuss every process from site selection and
planting to the finals winemaking and
bottling. Other courses will be conducted
by
George
Edwards who
is an expert at
pairing wines
and food.” The
seminars are
from 6:00 to
8:00 p.m. Call
Kristen at 831626-6286 for
details. 
Kristen McIntyre
The ACF Monterey Bay Chapter Celebrated Chef
for 2015 is Cy Yontz from Carmel’s Rio Grill
serve as executive chef at Carmel’s Rio
Grill, where he continues to crystallize his
creative culinary vision. He has achieved
great success in the various markets in
which he has served, garnering praise from
regional associations and media, and culminating in an invitation to the prestigious
James Beard House in 2002.
Cy Yontz was raised in Denver and began
working in kitchens as a teenager. He attributes his first love of food to his mentor,
celebrity chef, author and self-proclaimed
“Dean of Southwestern Cuisine,” Jimmy
Schmidt (Chianti on Main, Chianti Tucson Grill, Rattlesnake Club).
In Denver, Yontz worked at Palletes Restaurant and Café Z before expanding his
culinary horizons at Pranzo Italian Grill, a
well-known celebrity hangout in Santa Fe,
New Mexico. Moving from Italian to
Southwestern cuisine, he then worked
with Chef Mark Miller at Santa Fe’s Coyote Café. In 2001, Yontz served as corporate R&D chef for Pappas Restaurants in
Houston, implementing award-winning
themes and recipes in more than 70 locations, before returning to Santa Fe as
executive chef at Someone’s in the
Kitchen, an upscale catering company.
Rio Grill has been the place to meet
friends and enjoy delicious food, wines,
and cocktails for 28 years. This high energy
restaurant at the mouth of Carmel Valley
has won numerous reader’s choice awards
and has inspired food critics to sing its
praises. Rio’s the perfect spots for parties,
meetings and rehearsal dinners. It’s located
at 101 The Crossroads in Carmel. The
phone number is 831- 625-5436.
The American Culinary Federation, Inc.
(ACF) is an organization comprised of
honored chefs, culinary industry professionals and foodservice
establishments. 
Some years ago, Yontz moved to California to raise his family and
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Summer 2015
New Monterey Wine Bar Serves
Ray Franscioni’s Labels
As this issue went to press, wine impresario Ray Franscioni was
getting ready to open a wine bar on Highway 68, just east of
Monterey. Called the Roadhouse Wine Bar, the new location is
next door to Tarpy’s Restaurant and will be open by the time you
read this. This is an idyllic setting to enjoy the fine wines produced by Franscioni from grapes grown at his world-class vineyards. Lodged in the historic Old Stone House, the interior features an impressive wooden bar and comfortable tableside seating
area. Or relax outside on the deck under large umbrellas and take
in the verdant view and the lily filled pond below.
from the Franscioni family’s vineyards in Monterey County’s
Santa Lucia Highlands and Gabilan Foothills and from the
Pedregal Vineyard in San Benito County. Each area delivers
wines with a delicious sense of place that’s nurtured by two
decades of winegrowing experience. From the Burgundian terroir
of the Monterey County, Ray grows sensuous Pinot Noir,
Chardonnay and Pinot Gris and from San Benito, fine Bordeaux
varietals and special blends. The Pessagno label includes bottlings of such vineyard-designated varietals as Dry Riesling,
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel. Service is by the glass
and in flights. Food pairings include cheese platters and other
preparations from Tarpy’s. The Roadhouse Wine Bar is open
daily from 11:00-8:00 p.m., at 2999 Monterey-Salinas Highway.
Ray and his crew will be serving wines from both his Puma Road
and Pessagno Winery labels. The Puma Road label features wines
Puma Road wines can also be enjoyed at two
additional locations in Monterey County. One
is in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, where
wines by the glass and flights are served in the
patio and dining room of the charming Tuck
Box on Dolores between Ocean and 7th
Avenue. Here, hostesses Lauren Pacheco,
Christina Keller and Katie Elkin (pictured at
left) pour the Puma Road selections and keep
you informed with the latest news about the
Franscioni vineyards and wines. Over in the
Salinas Valley, Josh McAtee (right) mans the
Puma Road tasting room inside the winery barrel room at the home estate. Let Josh regale you
with winemaking facts while serving the fine
Puma Road Bordeaux and Burgundian varietals
and blends. At 32720 River Road, 17 miles
from Highway 68. 
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Summer 2015
Alfonso Castañeda of Doña Esther is Retiring
It was back in March 1982
that Alfonso Castañeda
opened the doors to Doña
Esther in downtown San
Juan Bautista. Now, after
33 years as the impresario
of the most popular
Mexican restaurant on the central coast, Al is
retiring in September. “I want to spend more time
with my family and to work in the garden,” Al
said. And nothing is more important to Al than
family, whether it’s his “family” of long-time customers or his extended personal family shown in
the photo at right. There, among many relatives,
in the top row (left to right) are daughter Tami
Castañeda Huarachas, Al and his mother, Amparo.
Directly in front of Al is his wife, Lupé. Tami will
continue to manage the restaurant with help from
her daughter and other relatives. So, the wonderful
food, great service, and friendly atmosphere will
continue. Stop by and see for yourself. As Al has
said for 33 years, “At Doña Esther, you’re family.”
That’s something that will not change. Thanks,
Al, for all you’ve done and happy trails! 
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mezzotint by
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Summer 2015
Mission Gallery Owner to Curate
Exhibit in Russia
The quality of the mezzotint collection at
Mission Gallery in San Juan Bautista is
again receiving international recognition.
After a recent visit to the gallery, Nikita
Korytin, the director of the Fine Arts
Museum in Yekaterinburg, Russia, invited
owner Piper Jaramillo to curate an exhibit
for this year’s International Mezzotint
Festival. Held every other year in
Yekaterinburg, this is the largest event of
its kind and draws artists and collectors
from the world over. The exhibit pieces
chosen by Jaramillo and co-owner Boykin
Sellers range from the ironic humor of
Sharon Mitchell to the sensuous figures by
Mikio Watanabe.
I can make a lot of money with this!’ It’s
more like, ‘Hey, I wonder what I can do
with this?’ Making mezzotints is an act of
discovery and we’re amazed at the diversity
in technique we’ve seen from the small, but
thriving mezzotint community,” Piper said.
“We’re extremely proud of our collection
and think it’s very special,” Boykin said.
“It’s gratifying that the Yekaterinburg
Museum thinks so, too.” Even though a
number of Mission Gallery’s mezzotints will
be travelling to Russia, many more are
available in the gallery in addition to a
number of other original prints and outstanding oil paintings. Mission Gallery is
only open weekends in July. Visit their
facebook page for updates on the artists
they will visit in France and for Piper’s trip to the International
Mezzotint Festival in Russia in August. 
Since opening in 1998, Piper and Boykin
have strived to keep the old, traditional methods of printmaking
alive by supporting artists who are still working and exploring in
the medium. “No one picks up a mezzotint rocker and says ‘Hey,
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Summer 2015
Bayonet Black
Horse Weddings
and Banquets...
Excellent Dining and a
Romantic Setting for Your
Wedding or Special Party
When the Bayonet and Black Horse golf
courses opened on a hilltop at Fort Ord
(now Seaside) over 50 years ago, only
members of the military could play golf
on the rolling tree-lined fairways and
enjoy the panoramic views. Since 1997,
when it opened to the public, Bayonet
Black Horse has hosted golfers, visitors,
celebrities and golf tournaments. It has
also hosted numerous bridal parties,
enticed by the setting and the creative
menus prepared by the Bayonet Black
Horse chefs.
When asked what brings brides and
grooms to Bayonet Black Horse, Food and
Beverage Director Jeff Nelson needs only
to look through the clubhouse windows at
the million-dollar views of Monterey Bay
and the beautiful courses. “They come for
the view, and also the food,” says Nelson.
“which is very good, and our prices are
good, too.” Menus are tailored to the
tastes of the party, and range from a
“Texas Backyard Barbecue” to an elegant
ahi tuna or roast prime rib of beef. Brides
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may choose a sit-down served dinner, or a
buffet. Catering is done on-site, and
Nelson has a complete list of preferred
wedding coordinators, florists, bakeries
and photographers.
“We can accommodate wedding receptions from 25 to 200,” Nelson says. “If the
bridal party wishes to host children in our
banquet room, an additional 100 guests
can be included. For the wedding ceremony, we can set up 200 chairs on the patio,
or on the lawn outside the club house.
Weddings are scheduled after 5:00 p.m.
and because we have no residential neighbors, we offer dancing to amplified music
until midnight.”
A beautiful wedding, with the sun setting
over glorious Monterey Bay, followed by
lively dancing to your favorite band...
what more can you ask for? For more
information and hours of operation, call
Jeff Nelson, 831-393-3006, ext. 204, or
visit www.bbhgolf.com. 
Summer 2015
Welcome to
The Quiet Carmel-by-the-Sea
Retreat for
Lovers of
Great Food
and Fine Wine
For wonderful food and wines, eye-pleasing art and total relaxation
Around the turn of the 20th century, Carmel-by-the-Sea was thought
of as a vacation retreat for those who treasured its forest-clad hillsides and pristine white beaches. But, its beauty and peaceful nature
began to attract lovers of art: painters, poets and writers. By the
1930’s the community of artisans began to grow. Now, years later,
art is a major part of the Carmel scene. There are approximately 120
art galleries, and the influence of fine art is everywhere. Add to that
fine restaurants and wine tasting venues and you wind up with
today’s Carmel . . . tranquil, beautiful and delicious.
Blair Explores Chardonnay Styles With New “Delfina’s” Release
by Dave Muret
The Blair Estate Winery may be best known for its Arroyo Secogrown Pinot Noir. And for Jeffrey Blair’s impressive handlebar
mustache. Now you can add to the list Blair’s first Chardonnay
release from their home ranch — the new 2013 “Delfina’s Vineyard” Chardonnay. Just 125 cases of this luscious Chard were
produced from just six barrels; so collectors should quickly grab
their share.
reviewers. Its popularity stems from its bright, lighter, foodfriendly style. But with the new “Delfina’s,” the family pursued a
very different model — an unapologetically “big,” ripe, barrel
fermented Chardonnay.
“Malolactic conversion, extended lees stirring, and nine months
aging in new François Frère and Seguin Moreau cooperage. We’re
talking lots of layers, lots of flavor,” comments Jeffrey Blair. “Our
Roger Rose Chard is sleek and pretty; this new Delfina’s Chardonnay is power and richness.”
For a couple vintages now, the Blairs have been producing a very
well regarded Chardonnay from the neighboring Roger Rose
Vineyard. That wine has earned “Ninety Point” scores from
The Blair family planted Chardonnay clones 95 and 809 on a
corner of their estate in the cool climate Arroyo Seco appellation. Delfina’s Vineyard is the very heart and soul of the Blair
label. Named after the family’s beloved matriarch, the vineyard
sits on the first property purchased by the Blairs’ grandparents in
the 1920s. It is literally one of the windiest sites in Monterey
County. The cold breezes coming down valley from Monterey
Bay shorten photosynthesis each day during the growing season
— resulting in long, gentle ripening, something all great Chardonnays have in common.
The new Blair “Delfina’s Vineyard” Chardonnay sells for $45.00.
It is available online at BlairWines.com, at Star Market, and at
the Blair Tasting Room on San Carlos Street in Carmel-by-theSea in the Paseo San Carlos Courtyard — between Ocean and
Seventh Avenues. Ask JB to pour you a taste of the Delfina’s and
Roger Rose Chardonnays side-by-side; the two vineyards are only
a mile apart, but the wines are completely different style-wise.
Each delicious in its own way… 
Jeffrey Blair
Note: Dave Muret is a recognized wine authority with special interest in Monterey County wines.
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Summer 2015
Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites’ Wine & Dine Packages
and includes Cabernet infused blueberry
chocolates and Pinot Noir chocolate cherries from Ventana Wines and a bottle of
Monterey County white or red award-winning wine.
Vendange Carmel Inn and Suites, Monterey
County’s only wine-themed hotel, creates a
unique guest experience celebrating the
bounty of the area’s vineyards. Each winery
sponsors one room or suite, providing its
own creative touches. From the McIntyre
Vineyards room with its impressive 100-yearold section of grapevine to J. Lohr’s wine
barrel on the balcony, every winery room
offers signature luxury accommodations.
The participating wineries are: Blair, Cima
Collina, Dawn’s Dream, Galante, Holman
Ranch, J. Lohr, Joullian, Manzoni, McIntyre,
Otter Cove, Tudor, Twisted Roots and Ventana.
One package has a French Bistro flavor: a
$50.00 lunch or dinner certificate at the
coveted, award-winning, Zagat-rated
Andre’s Bouchee! Enjoy authentic French
Bistro Cuisine with a Californian coastal
flair, in an atmosphere that makes you feel
like you’re dining in Paris. The second special
package offers a $50.00 certificate for lunch or
dinner to enjoy the freshest catch at the renowned
Flaherty’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar, where you
will experience a small town family atmosphere,
and quality ingredients and preparation that
come with quality service.
Guest rooms have memory foam-top beds, deluxe
linens, and HD televisions. The bathrooms feature imported Spanish marble. The separate
Cottage Suite offers 650 sq. ft. of space, with a
California King bed, 50” HD television, and
kitchenette; the perfect place for a honeymoon or romantic getaway. The Inn offers breakfast daily and weekend wine tastings.
To book these packages, go to www.vendangecarmel.com. When
you reserve your room, choose the desired package and the price
will be included with your stay. Vendange, at 24815 Carpenter
Street, is just off Highway 1, just minutes from the airport, downtown Carmel shopping, fine dining, the 17-Mile Drive and the
Aquarium. Telephone 831-624-6400; email: reservations@
vendangecarmel.com. 
The hotel also offers two wine & dine packages. Experience the
best Carmel has to offer: Vendange’s luxurious accommodations,
gourmet dining, chocolates and Monterey County wine, a delicious combination! Each package is just an additional $125.00,
Alan Silvestri’s Winning Wines Available in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Award-winning Music Composer Alan
Silvestri and his family planted wine
grapes in Carmel Valley some 16 years
ago, and created Silvestri Vineyards.
Then they started producing wonderful
wines: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and
Syrah, with the same passion that Alan
has given to his music. Now their portfolio also includes Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc
and Barbera.
Over the past 35 years, Silvestri has
become famous for his exciting and
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melodic music scores, winning accolades
from movie audiences worldwide who
have enjoyed the over 100 scores he has
written. His accomplishments are a major
part of Hollywood history. His first major
score was for Romancing the Stone. Then
he created music for other blockbusters
such as Back to the Future, The Abyss,
Night at the Museum, and Forrest Gump,
for which he received an Academy Award
nomination. He also wrote the music and
won Grammy Awards for Castaway and
The Polar Express, whose song, Believe
won the Grammy and was also nominated
for an Oscar! And, most recently he won
two Emmy’s for his Cosmos: A Spacetime
Odyssey music!
“There’s something about the elemental
side of winemaking that appeals to me,”
Silvestri says. “Both music making and
winemaking involve the blending of art
and science. Just as each note brings its
own voice to the melody, each vine brings
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its own unique personality to the wine.”
The Silvestri
Vineyards wine
tasting room,
on 7th Avenue,
between San
Carlos
and
Dolores Streets
in downtown
Carmel, is open
daily. It’s a very
warm, inviting
place, thoughtfully decorated
with
movie
posters
that
chronicle Silvestri’s remarkable composing career.
For more information about the winery
and their wine tasting club, contact
Dorothea Probasco at 831-625-011. Also,
visit www.silvestrivineyards.com. 
Summer 2015
Windy Oaks Winery
Tasting Room in
Carmel-by-the-Sea
In July 2014, Windy Oaks Estate winery opened their new tasting
room in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, located in Su Vecino
Court on the west side of Dolores between 5th and 6th Streets.
“Our tasting room offers our full range of premium wines,” states
Co-Proprietor/Winemaker Jim Schultze, “grown in unique terroirs in the Monterey and Santa Cruz Mountain wine regions.
We are proud to offer estate grown Pinot Noir and Chardonnay;
and from Monterey: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, a Rhone blend,
and our new Rosé, made in the Provencal style from Grenache
grapes.”
It’s a true family-run business with a long-standing history in
Carmel. Co-Proprietor and wife, Judy Schultze, was born in Carmel and her parents were married at St. Mary’s by-the-Sea, with
their reception at the Pine Inn. Jim Schultze is the winemaker
and vineyardist. Their son James manages the Carmel tasting
room, and their other son, Spencer, is the assistant winemaker.
James, Judy and Jim Schultze, with Nicci Vaiarello (second from right)
The Carmel tasting room is open Monday, Tuesday (closed
Wednesday) and Thursday, 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. and Friday, Saturday
and Sunday from 12:00 to 7:00 p.m. For more information, visit
www.windyoaksestate.com or call the tasting room at
831-574-3135.
The estate vineyards and winery, located in Corralitos on a ridge
1000 feet up, overlook Monterey Bay and are open Saturday, year
round and Sunday through Labor Day weekend. 
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Summer 2015
Brophy’s, the Gastropub and “Go To” Sports Bar
in Carmel-by-the-Sea
football begins. Watch it all on one of six
HD flat screen TVs and all other sports
packages every day at Brophy’s.
Brophy’s Tavern is truly unique, combining fine dining, classic tavern fare and
contemporary coastal cuisine. Locals and
visitors enjoy the latest sporting events in
a warm, inviting pub atmosphere with a
very congenial staff. Brophy’s is the perfect place to meet old friends, and to make
new ones! Golfer Graeme McDowell celebrated his 2010 U.S. Open win there!
Go in, enjoy a libation and try the “best
cheesesteak this side of Philly.” Every day
you can enjoy mouthwatering specials,
including their fresh salmon tacos, 16 oz.
ribeye, or wild mushroom ravioli, in addition to the regular menu. Breakfast is
served weekends from 10:00 to noon. Try
their Benedict or chicken and waffles
paired with a Bacon Bloody Mary or
“Manmosa” (yes, Manmosa). And, Brophy’s award-winning house made ice
cream is the perfect end to any meal.
General Manager Erin Reimer, from one
of the area’s pioneer fishing families, spent
10 years in fashion sales management
after college before coming home to the
beautiful Monterey Peninsula. She traded Erin Reimer (center) and guests.
her five-inch heels for a pair of Uggs and
brought her expertise in business and customer service to
Brophy’s is open daily for lunch, dinner and breakfast on Saturday
Brophy’s.
and Sunday. Open till 11:00 p.m., it’s a great spot for an aftermovies dinner or dessert. Located at 4th and San Carlos, their
This summer baseball takes “front row center” as our World
website is www.brophystavern.com and phone is 831-624-2476.
Champion San Francisco Giants make a run at another National
League pennant. Later in the summer the NFL and NCAA
Their Also, check them out on Facebook and Instagram. 
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Premium wines grown in unique terriors
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Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
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TASTING ROOM
Open Daily 8:30-8:30
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Carmel, California 93921
229 Grand Avenue
Pacific Grove
831-574-3135
831-375-7474
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Visit their web
site to see Clark’s
Carmel Stone
www.carmelstone.biz
The beauty of natural Carmel Stone, a
premier building material, enhances
residences and commercial buildings
throughout Monterey County and
beyond. Will Clark, owner of Clark
Trucking, mines the stone in southern
Monterey County and sells it from his
King City company yard. Hacienda Hay
and Feed in Carmel Valley also carries
the stone.
Over the past 50 years, renowned area
stonemasons have used Clark’s Carmel
Stone, because of its excellent quality
and consistency. They use the stone,
which ranges from a creamy white color
to a rusty brown, to enhance the beauty
of homes, businesses and other buildings. Examples can be seen in many
award-winning structures in the Carmel,
Pebble Beach, Carmel Valley and
Monterey areas.
You too, can use it to beautify your very
important living spaces. Also, use their
Path Fines for Boccé Ball courts! To
learn how it can complement the exterior of your home, commercial property
and your fireplace, the classic centerpiece of your home, contact Will Clark
at 831-385-4000 or visit www.carmel
stone.biz. 
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The Monterey Peninsula’s
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Six flat screen TVs, all sports packages
Full bar, beer, great wines, signature cocktails
Lunch and dinner Monday-Friday
Open weekends for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Kitchen open late 7 days a week
Innovative coastal cuisine
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Summer 2015
m a d e t o t h e h i g h e s t s ta n d a r d s of
f l av o r , b a l a n c e a n d i n t e g r i t y
Tarpy’s Presents Their
Very Popular “WineDown Wednesdays”
Tarpy’s Roadhouse hosts “Wine-Down
Wednesdays” every Wednesday, from
5:00 to 7:00 p.m. throughout the year,
when you can taste varietals from different regional wineries and talk with the
winery representatives.
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“It takes a lot
of beer to
make a great
wine”
This weekly event features complimentary tastings and the opportunity to
purchase wines from the featured winery
at half-price, by the glass or the bottle,
to be enjoyed with your dinner from the
selection of Tarpy’s wonderful menu
items. And, you can enter a drawing for
dinner for two at Tarpy’s and a basket
filled with premium wines! From July
through October, the participating wineries are:
July 1
July 8
July 15
July 22
July 29
Joseph Phelps
Pessagno
Tolosa
Talbott
Justin
August 5
August 12
August 19
August 26
Heller
Joullian
Testarossa
Pianetta
September 2
September 9
September 16
September 23
September 30
Frog’s Leap
Figge
Ridge
Wrath
De Tierra
October 7
October 14
October 21
October 28
Joullian
Joyce
Seghesio
Klinker Brick
Tarpy’s Roadhouse is part of Tony Tollner’s Downtown Dining group, which
includes Montrio Bistro in downtown
Monterey and the Rio Grill in Carmel’s
Crossroads Shopping Center. Tarpy’s
serves daily lunch, dinner and Sunday
Brunch. For reservations, please call
831-647-1444. The group’s website is
www.downtowndining.com. 
Summer 2015
Get ready to party!
Salinas Valley Food & Wine Fest
Sets October 17 for Main Event
Get ready to celebrate! The 5th Annual Salinas Valley Food & Wine Festival is coming to Oldtown
Salinas with the big main event scheduled for Saturday, October 17th. That’s when seven city blocks will
be filled with vendors, food carts, art exhibits, kid’s
attractions, live music, a car show and the opportunity to experience world-class wines, craft beers and
gourmet foods. Admission to the festival is free with
plenty to enjoy. Wristbands can be purchased for
unlimited beer and wine tastings along with samplings of culinary delights from local chefs and
restaurants.
The 5th Annual
Salinas Valley
Food & Wine Festival
is coming to
Oldtown Salinas
with the big main
event scheduled for
Saturday, October 17.
Stephanie McFarland and
Lorraine Worthy of McFarland
Wines
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VIP tickets also are available for access into the
exclusive VIP lounge at the Steinbeck Center where
you’ll feast on food pairings, reserve wines and craft
beers. The main event itself is also preceded by two
fun-filled affairs. The annual Kick-Off Party is free to
the public and takes place in Oldtown on Thursday,
October 8th, starting at 5:00 p.m. Come on down,
get the party started and dance the night away. Then,
on Friday, October 9th, the Salinas Food & Wine
Festival’s Winemakers Dinner takes place in the historic Wells Fargo Building. This exclusive black-tie
affair will be a night to remember for all who attend.
Join the gala crowd for the Kick-Off Party, dress up
for the exclusive Winemakers Dinner, but don’t miss
the big day on October 17th. It starts at noon and
goes until 5:00 p.m., taking up seven full blocks of
historic Oldtown Salinas. That’s seven blocks of
entertainment. Wristbands that allow unlimited wine
and beer tastings are $35.00 each until August 1,
$45.00 from August 2 through October 16, and
$55.00 on the day of the event. VIP tickets that allow
entrance to the exclusive lounge at the Steinbeck
Center are $65.00 up to August 1, $75.00 from
August 2 through October 16, and $100.00 at the
door if not sold out. For more details and information
on the Winemakers Dinner, call 831-758-0725 or
check out salinasvalleyfoodandwine.com. See you in
Oldtown! 
Summer 2015
The Monterey Bay Plein Air
Painters are the 2015 Champions
of the Arts!
Star Market Offers Great
Selection & Service
 A Superb Selection of Monterey
County’s Finest Wines.  An Old
Fashioned, Gourmet Meat and Fish
Department Featuring USDA Choice
Beef and Certified Angus Beef.
 Extra Fancy Locally Grown Fresh
Vegetables and Fruits.  Locally owned.
Star Market
“The Friendly Store”
1275 S. Main Street
Salinas
422-3961
Featuring wine bar
and monthly wine tasting
Where Monterey County goes for
all their food and beverage needs.
Huge local wine selection.
Liquor/Beer
Gifts and Gift Baskets
24 Wines by the Glass
Complete Beverage Catering
On & Off Site
Call for Details
Stop in anytime between 8 am to 9 pm
1366 S. Main Street
Salinas, CA 93901
Tel • 831 • 757 • 3947
Fax • 831 • 757 • 1438
web site • www.zephsonestop.com
www.facebook.com/zephsonestop
Wine & Travel
The Monterey Bay Plein Air Painters Association (MBPAPA) has been named “2015
Champion of the Arts” by the Arts Council for Monterey Bay, in acknowledgement for
their support of arts education for the young people of the Monterey Region.
MBPAPA was founded in 2005 by painters who live and work in the Monterey Bay area.
In the tradition of the Northern California Impressionist Painters of the early 20th
Century, they are drawn artistically to the area and bring a contemporary sensibility to the
challenges of open air painting. The media used are oils, acrylics, pastels and watercolor.
MBPAPA works to foster the understanding and appreciation of plein air painting and its
place in our history and culture. The organization promotes plein air painting to help
support the professional development of local plein air artists and to offer community
educational events and services.
The MBPAPA’s eight 2015 events include
June 28th
Carmel Mission’s Founder’s Day Celebration
Thru December
Annual Exhibition at the Natividad Foundation.
1441 Constitution Ave., Salinas.
August 28th
Big Blue Live, A three-part live television event, showcasing
Monterey Bay marine life, Museum of Monterey.
October
Artists in the Adobes, two day plein air event in the historic
adobes of “Old Monterey.”
August 19th -23rd Big Sur Paint Out at Studio One, Big Sur.
Nov. 3rd-Nov. 30th MBPAPA Signature Members Exhibit, Sunset Center,
Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Their Paint Outs include
July 18th
9:00-12:00 noon
August 8th
9:00-12:00 noon
August 10th
9:00-12:00 noon
August 15th
9:00-12:00 noon
Point Lobos China Cove
Carmel River State Beach Parking Lot
Carmel River State Beach Parking Lot
Point Lobos China Cove
Note: They always meet at China Cove on the third Saturday of every month, from 9:00 to
12:00 noon.
Dates, times and
locations are subject to change.
For current inform a t i o n , a d d itional events &
Paint Outs, locations and travel
directions, please
check their website:
w w w.
MBPAPA.org. 
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Summer 2015
Enjoy Perfect
Pairings at A Taste
of Monterey
Wine and cheese – these two seem to go together like peas and
carrots. It’s a pairing seen often at parties, receptions, and wine
tasting excursions. Here at A Taste of Monterey, we have over 20
different artisan cheeses, including local and California-made
cheeses, to try while you sip on a glass of fine Monterey County
wine and take in our outstanding world-class views. We periodically change our list to showcase enticing new cheeses we come
across, but our current selections are listed below.
by Ken Rauh
The Young and Soft selections include: Cypress Grove Humbolt
Fog, Marin French Cheese Camembert, Di Stefano Burrata, HouseMade Ricotta, and St. Nectaire. In the Semi-Hard, Medium-Age
range, we offer Bell Weather Farms Carmody, Bravo Farms Premium
White Cheddar, Schoch Family Farms Mt. Toro Tomme, Point
Reyes Toma, and Goat Garrtotxa. Our Hard & Aged and specialty
selections include Cypress Grove Lamb Chopper, Vella Cheese Co.
Dry Monterey Jack, Cypress Grove Midnight Moon, Fiscalini Purple Moon Cheddar, Shaft’s Bleu Cheese, and Bee Hive Tea Hive.
Since we know that cheese loves an accompaniment, our culinary
team has taken every one of our cheese selections and skillfully
created a special accompaniment for each cheese. Whether it is a
slice of apple, bacon, dried fruit, local berry compote, special
reduction drizzle, or honey comb, you can be sure that the cheese
is perfectly complemented by these special bonuses. We look forward to helping you create a memorable wine and cheese pairing
adventure. 
Note: Ken Rauh is president of A Taste of Monterey,
the wine market and bistro overlooking Monterey
Bay on the 2nd floor of the 700 Cannery Row
Building in Monterey.
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Summer 2015
A Look at
K-T Vineyard and Its
Amazing K-Syrah
by David Conventry
As a wine making consultant of long
standing, I have the pleasure of working
with a variety of growers who farm their
grapes under unique and diverse conditions. One of them is Karen Hoffman.
In the far reaches of Carmel Valley,
Karen tends a vineyard that produces
Syrah of amazing quality and uncommon character. It is the result of years of
planning and is the realization of a
dream first started by Karen and her
David Coventry and Karen Hoffman at Star Market
partner Dr. Tony Smith. While Tony
has passed on, Karen has continued the
pursuit of their shared dream in producing Syrah that is truly special and an
expression of the terroir of the area.
While covering only one acre, the vineyard is planted on thousands of years of
perfect soils shot through with layers of
limestone and granite on a steep south
facing slope that yields wines of staggering concentration, flavor and balance.
The vineyard is truly farmed vine by
vine and the wine is made barrel by barrel with the highest attention to quality
to honor the effort put into the farming
and the geological history of the site.
Karen and I work hand in hand to make
sure every bottle shows the love of the
site. Producing only 200 cases per vintage, this is a wine to seek out for its
rarity as well as its testimony to utmost
quality. Hand-made and hand-crafted
has never had a truer expression. This is
one of the best examples that making
great wine is not always a matter of convenience, but is a matter of necessity! I
highly recommend that you add K-Syrah
from K-T Vineyards to your wine cellar.
It will be one of your most prized possessions. 
Note: David Coventry has been
making wine in Monterey
County for 20 years and serves
as a winemaking consultant for
several of the most prestigious
vintners in this area.
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Summer 2015
Lighthouse Lodge and Cottages Guest Rooms
Completely Remodeled!
It’s a “Wow” Factor. The remodeling of all the guest rooms at
Lighthouse Lodge and Cottages has now been completed! This
quiet, serene property is located at the tip of the Monterey Peninsula and two blocks from the ocean and golf...it’s the best kept
hidden secret. Take a bike ride on the path to Monterey Bay
Aquarium and Cannery Row, walk to Point Pinos Lighthouse or
a drive five minutes to Pebble Beach and 10 minutes to Carmel.
With two properties and 95 guest rooms and meeting space, the
property has something to accommodate everyone from leisure,
groups, family reunions and weddings. All the rooms have a mini
fridge, microwave and coffee maker. The parking is complimentary, and they offer Wi-Fi, an outside heated pool and hot tub.
The property is a non-smoking facility.
extravagant romantic escape, while the deluxe cottage is perfect
for a large family. Looking to host a party or family celebration?
It’s never too early to book your event in their over 2400 sq.ft. of
function space. Their sales department is ready to assist you with
your event.
The Lodge is pet friendly, and a hot American breakfast is
included. The Cottage property includes 31 units and offers a
chef-prepared breakfast and a daily wine reception.
For a personal vacation, hosting a business event or private party,
Lighthouse Lodge and Cottages, at 1150 Lighthouse Avenue, is
the perfect spot. So why are you waiting... for reservations and
group sales call 831-655-2111. Their website is: www.lighthouse
lodgecottages.com. 
The Cottage side of the property has three specialty rooms, which
offer a bit more space. The residence is a 1400 sq.ft. home with
two bedrooms, three bathrooms and a living room, kitchen
and washroom. The honeymoon cottage is ideal for a more
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Summer 2015
Marina’s English Ales Introduces Two New Beers
Some of their featured appetite-pleasers are Beer
Battered Onion Rings; Shrimp and Crab Salad;
Avocado Chicken on Sourdough; Bangers, Beans and
Chips; Philly Cheesesteak or Chicken Philly and their
mouth-watering 1/2-pound Hamburger.
English Ales has created many wonderful beers over
the past 14 years and now they have released two new
brews: Pendragon Strong Ale and Bad Bobby IPA.
Pendragon is a medium- bodied strong ale with hints of
caramel and fruit, with an emphasis on malts. Bad
Bobby is a “session IPA” with intense hop aroma and
flavor.
One of the café’s special events is Firkin Night, held
the last Tuesday of each month, when you can try a
cask beer at a special price. Mug Club night is every
Wednesday, when mugs of beer are $4.25 from 5:00 till
closing. The club has 1450 members and mugs are still
available.
“As we approach the 15 year mark, we are producing a
core line of 10 beers and growing each year with wellestablished accounts throughout the Monterey Bay
area. And, we have now begun introducing our beers to
the San Francisco Bay Area,” says Owner Peter
Blackwell.
And, as English Ales is growing, they are seeking a
part-time sales person, and would like someone with
sales experience and an appreciation of fine craft beers.
For questions and resumes, their email address is [email protected]
Peter and his wife Rosemary also operate a café adjacent to the brewery. It is open from noon to 10:00 p.m.
Sunday through Tuesday and to 11:00 p.m. the remaining nights. The English Ales Café is truly a “local’s
spot,” and serves all of their excellent beers on tap, plus
a menu of very tasty lite-fare items.
Their address is 223A Reindollar Avenue, Marina. The
phone number is 831-883-3000. Their website is www.
englishalesbrewery.com. 
“Breathtaking ocean vistas” — Two 18-Hole Championship Courses
Golf Academy • Executive, Associate & Twilight Memberships
OPEN TO
THE PUBLIC
WHERE LIFE
&
NATURE UNITE
N E W L Y R E N O VA T E D
1 McClure Way, Seaside
(831) 899-7271
www.bayonetblackhorse.com
OPEN DAILY
7- 3
“The Local Secret” — Patio • View • Company Events • Weddings
Private Parties • Local Wine List • Best Burgers • Friday Afternoon Club
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Summer 2015
Alphonse
DeRose
Creates his
Alchemy
Wines in
Chile
After graduating from Fresno State in 2001, Alphonse DeRose took his first trip to Chile and began
going to interviews, searching for a harvest job and ideally a location to produce his own wine.
Almost ready to give up, Alphonse happened upon El Huique Wines and met their consulting winemaker, Ernesto Jusan. Shortly thereafter, in March of 2002, Alphonse began his Chilean winemaking career at El Huique. Within six months, he was their appointed winemaker, allowing him the
opportunity he had initially been hoping for; the chance to produce his wines.
The first wine that he made in 2002 was a Cabernet Sauvignon under his private label, Parrone. An
instant success, it paved the way for a Syrah in 2004 and a Syrah/Cabernet Blend in 2005, all under
the Parrone label.
The latest addition to the DeRose Winery’s southern hemisphere production is Alphonse’s new
premium Chilean wine label, Alchemy. The amount of care that goes into each bottle of Alchemy
is virtually unheard of, as each grape is individually and delicately removed
from the cluster, known as being destemmed by hand. Allowed to barrel age
for two years, Alchemy wines are much more refined versions of the Parrone
wines, yet still boast price tags of $25.00 and less. “I wanted to show people
that Chile can produce something truly exceptional,” Alphonse says. “It has
been fun playing around with these wines. Plus, I really think it shows any
skeptics the potential for wine coming out of Chile.”
Alphonse’s wines are available online or at the DeRose Winery, located at
9970 Cienega Road, south of Hollister. Their tasting room is open MondayFriday 11:00 to 5:00; Saturday and Sunday 11:00 to 4:00. For appointments,
contact them at 831-636-9143 or visit their website, www.derosewine.com. 
K-Syrah
“Good times at the
San Benito Olive Festival”
edible Silicon Valley
2011 Private Reserve
Come celebrate:
If you have lived in Salinas
for very many years, chances
are you would have known
Dr. Tony Smith, either as a
patient or a friend. Tony had
a dedication to medicine and
his patients, and also loved
good wine and traveling.
While touring the vineyards of
Tuscany, the lush Italian hills
reminded him of the rugged
terrain in Upper Carmel Valley.
Thus was inspired his creation
of K-T Vineyard, planted with
superb clones of what he
called K-Syrah.
•Award-Winning Olive Oils
•Premium Wines,
Craft Beer & Chocolates
•Celebrity Chef Cooking Demonstrations
•Delectable Restaurant Fare
•Beautiful Music & Arts
3rd ANNUAL
The reality of his passion lives on, and he would be pleased
with the 2011 Private Reserve now available for sale in several
places on California’s Central Coast, from Cayucos to Carmel,
and Salinas to Cachagua. Please visit www.ktvineyard.com for
more information.
831.537.7270
www.sanbenitoolivefestival.com
Saturday 10.17.15 / 10am-5pm
To order online, visit www.ktvineyard.com
Bolado Park • 9000 Airline Highway • Tres Pinos (near Hollister)
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Summer 2015
Atlantic City Cheese Steak
Meatball Sub
Italian Sausage Sub
Italian Sub
Boardwalk Sub Shop in Downtown Monterey
Opening Mid July
Chef Terry Teplitzky has announced that the Boardwalk
Sub Shop, on Alvarado Street, will open in mid-July. He
is partnering with his brothers, Howard and Jonathan,
“JT,” who moved from Connecticut to manage the shop.
“We had been talking about opening a sub shop for years
and now it’s a reality.” Terry says. “We’re very excited
about our new venture. An important part of growing up
on the East Coast is gathering at someone’s home and
when the question of what to eat comes up, you order subs
to be delivered. Our new venture will be us putting our
passion and desire together to share this experience with
our customers, and delivery will be part of that experience.”
Jonathan (JT), Howard, and Terry Teplitzky
The Boardwalk Menu includes
Italian Sausage Sub with sautéed onions, Bell peppers and
Provolone
House Made Meatball Sub with Provolone and Asiago
Italian Sub (or “Regular” as it’s called in Atlantic City) with
lettuce, tomato, red onions and chopped hot peppers
Pepper and Egg Sub with local farm fresh eggs
Atlantic City Cheese Steak with Provolone, lettuce, tomato,
onions and chopped hot peppers
To underscore their passion, they have been flying in the
bread from their hometown and working with local bakeries
to come up with bread that is as close as possible to what
they grew up with. Anyone familiar with the Whitehouse
version will first ask, “Where do you get your bread”? The
main menu items will be three different types of cheese
steaks, including the one from Pat’s in Philly, the difference being they will be making their own “CheezeWiz.”
Also, the famous Italian cold cut sub from Atlantic City’s
Whitehouse Subs. Another sub is the roasted pork with
rapini and provolone. Other items on the menu include
fresh cut French fries, Philly soft pretzels, calzones, soups,
salads, and desserts. One dessert is a tribute to their
brother, Victor, who loved “Tastykake” lemon pie. To
honor his memory they will serve “Vic’s Lemon Pie.”
Order beer, wine and soft drinks from small batch producers, also water served without using plastic bottles.
Philly Cheese Steak with or without fried onions, slathered with
homemade “Cheez Wiz” (beer and cheese sauce)
North East Philly Cheese Steak, chopped and sautéed with
onions and peppers and melted Provolone
Calzone filled with sausage, pepperoni, meatballs, onions,
ricotta, mozzarella, Asiago and tomato sauce
Chicken Alfredo and Roasted Vegetable Calzones with ricotta
and tomato sauce
Chicken Parm and an Eggplant Parm
Philly Soft Pretzels
Hand cut, twice cooked French Fries
Desserts, Wine, Beer and Soft Drinks
All the Subs can be customized to everyone’s desire
Boardwalk Sub Shop is Teplitzky’s third venture on the
Peninsula since 1986. He has worked/owned Michael’s
Catering since 1991 and Wild Thyme Deli & Café in
Marina since 2002. The Boardwalk Sub Shop is at 470
Alvarado Street. The telephone number is 831-264-1171.
The website is www.boardwalksubshop.com. Open Sunday
through Thursday 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Friday and
Saturday 10:30 to 2:00 a.m. 
470 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
831/264-1171
www.boardwalksubshop.com
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Summer 2015
Inaugural Food & Wine Event Coming Sunday, August 9th
An afternoon of food, wine and beer tasting, a silent auction, live jazz and free
parking will be held from 1:00-5:00 p.m.,
Saturday, August 9th, at Roaring Camp’s
Bret Harte Hall in Felton as an inaugural
benefit event for the Valley Churches
United Mission.
Santa Cruz jazz & rhythm and blues band,
will perform. Tickets are $40.00 and may
be purchased online at Eventbrite.com.
Tickets are limited and will be $45.00 on
the day of event, if available.
For over 30 years, the non-profit Valley
Churches United Missions has been serv-
Entitled “Tasting Under the Redwoods,”
this “21 or over” celebration features
special “bites” and “sips” from 23 local
restaurants, 10 wineries and private vintners, and four specialty breweries.
Specialties include: mini-eggrolls, cocktail prawns, crepes, cheese/bacon stuffed
mushrooms, cranberry glazed meatballs,
smoked salmon, cheesecakes, pastries,
and much more. Soul Doubt, a popular
ing the San Lorenzo Valley and surrounding communities, providing supplemental
food to low-income households throughout the year. Learn more at www.vcum.
org. 
Destination Los Gatos: Gateway to Wine Country
by Laura Ness
Called the “gem of Silicon Valley,” Los Gatos has the charm of a quaint
European village. It’s here you’ll find two unique wine tasting venues. The historic Testarossa tasting room, in the old Novitiate, is open daily 11:00 to 5:00
p.m. Enjoy some of the most highly rated single vineyard Pinots and
Chardonnays in the wine world, from storied vineyards like Garys’, Rosella’s,
Pisoni, Doctor’s and Sierra Madre. Experience the beauty of this property with
a tour through the historic cellars, where wine has been continuously made since
the late 19th Century. Tours are part of the Artisan Wine & Cheese Experience
held every Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 p.m. Each Wednesday evening in July
and August purchases at Wine Bar 107 benefit a local charity. Testarossa’s cellar
rooms, along with the splendid cuisine of Executive Chef Dave Page, provide
the perfect setting for all your special occasions or business functions.
A short and scenic drive up into the mountains takes you to Byington Winery,
one of the most beautiful settings in the entire region complete with hiking
trail, spectacular wine caves and bocce court. The beautiful Italian-style villa,
which houses the winery, the tasting room and the charming bridal suite, is ideal
for elegant weddings and corporate functions. Surrounded by estate Pinot and
Chardonnay vineyards, the expansive views of the Santa Cruz Mountains make
a day of winetasting, complete with a picnic, unforgettable. Every Sunday is
“Funday” with live music on the lawn from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. 
EVENTS
July 18:
July 18 & 19:
July 29:
August 8 & 9:
September 10:
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Summer Passport. Muccigrosso at Byington Winery.
JRS Release Party at Testarossa.
Benefit for Sky’s the Limit, Testarossa Wine Bar 107
Rincon and Guidotti releases at Testarossa
Il Fornaio wine dinner at Byington Winery, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Summer 2015
Vic’s Picks:
The Saunders Family and Boëté Wine
by Victor Kong
I’d like to tell you a little story about John Saunders, the owner
of Boëté Winery. When I called John to tell him that he would
be “Vic’s Pick” in this issue of Wine & Travel Magazine, John said:
“Victor, I’m really honored. I respect all that you and Star Market
have done for the wine industry in Monterey County and, rather
than write about me, I’d like to talk about the great support
you’ve given all of us winemakers for the past 20 years.” Isn’t that
something? That’s the kind of guy John is: Generous and always
thinking of others.
Actually you could write a book about John as easily as a short
article. During the Vietnam War, while in his teens, John joined
the service, learned how to box, and became the heavyweight
champion of the Marine Corps. While at Camp Pendleton he
twice fought 17-year-old George Foreman, who became heavyweight champion of the world. After the service, John’s family
bought a half-dozen buildings in Oldtown Salinas and turned
them into some of the most popular restaurant/bars in town. One
even had a boxing ring in the basement.
John Saunders (right) with Victor Kong (on his left) and wife Jana and son Sam
in Carmel Valley and got serious about making great wine. They
do it on the seven-acre Saunders Vineyard, where John, Jana and
their sons strive to make the best Cabernets in Monterey County,
specializing in Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and their
signature blend Cheval Rouge. Their wine label, Boëté, honors
John’s grandparents, François and Jeannie Boëté, from the
Brittany Region of France.
John decided to quit boxing, he said, before he got too ugly to
find a girlfriend. But find one he did. He met and married the
lovely Jana while still in the restaurant business and they’ve been
sharing the workload and raising a family of three boys, Sam,
Dillon and Jesse, ever since. In the early 1980’s John got
acquainted with Gary Pisoni, the well-known Monterey grape
grower. Gary introduced John to wine making and for four years
the two of them made wine as a hobby. In 1994, John and Jana
traded their 250-acre citrus orchard in Soledad for a vineyard site
Stop by the wine aisle at Star Market and let me tell you even
more of the Saunders story. 
Note: Victor Kong is the wine-buying
partner at Star Market in Salinas.
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Summer 2015
Gabilan Chapter
Kinship Center
59th annual
Saturday,
September 12
4:00 to 7:00 pm at
Paicines Ranch
$50 per person
Tickets available at
www.kinshipcenter.org
or call 831.634.0238
Proceeds benefit foster and adoption
services in San Benito County
Mission San Antonio
de Padua
presents...
An Evening in the Garden
O
Our Elegant Wine Tasting Event
November 7, 2015 - 4-8 pm
831.385.4478 x17
The “Best” Farmers Markets
Are the Monterey Bay Certified
Farmers Markets
Locals, chefs and tourists love to shop at the four certified farmers markets in Aptos, Monterey, and Carmel, the premier farmers markets on the Central Coast for over 39 years.
Voted “Favorite Farmers Market in California” and “Best Farmers Market in Santa Cruz
County,” these busy markets serve Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach, Monterey, Carmel, Capitola and Santa Cruz. Two of them, the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College and the
Monterey Farmers Market at MPC, are open year round, rain or shine. The Carmel and
Del Monte Farmers Markets open in May and close in the fall.
Unsurpassed Selection of Organic Produce
Each MBCFM market is a genuine farmers market with
emphasis on locally grown fresh produce, not prepared foods
or crafts. Customers appreciate the stunning selection of
premium, California grown fruits and vegetables and the
opportunity to connect with the farmers who produce it.
With over 90 vendors, products include pasture-raised, grass
fed meats and poultry, handcrafted sheep milk cheeses and
yogurt, raw milk, locally produced olive oil, organic juices,
handcrafted organic sauerkraut, smoked sausages and bacon,
local raw honey, mushrooms, microgreens, farm-fresh duck,
quail, and chicken eggs, artisan baked goods, cut flowers,
potted plants, seedlings, herbs, and an unsurpassed selection
of certified fruits, vegetables and nuts.
Learn more at www.montereybayfarmers.org and subscribe
to the free e-newsletter for monthly updates and featured
produce. Visit the award-winning companion website www.
edibleparadise.com for cooking guides and recipes from
local chefs. 
Farmers Markets Locations:
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos
Saturdays, 8:00 a.m.-noon, year round
Carmel Farmers Market at The Barnyard, 3690 The Barnyard, Carmel
Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., May through September, rain or shine
Del Monte Farmers Market at Del Monte Center, 1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey
Sundays, 8:00 a.m.-noon, May through October, rain or shine
Monterey Farmers Market at Monterey Peninsula College, 930 Fremont St., Monterey
Fridays, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., year round, rain or shine
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Summer 2015
Montrio Bistro Introduces New Seasonal Menu
New Pet Parklet to Open in July
by Baker and bistro-style outdoor seating,
designed with heaters and perfect for
summer-like drinking and dining, all year
round. The new Parklet will be open
daily beginning at 4:30 p.m.
Montrio Bistro is celebrating its 20th
Anniversary and, from seed to fork,
Montrio’s ingredients have always
changed with the season, as nature
intended. Executive Chef Tony Baker is
proud to continue that focus with even
more emphasis on the delicious and seasonal ingredients that come from local
farmers, ranchers and fishermen. In
honor of the anniversary, he has created
a new menu of small bites; including
Cheese and Bacon Popcorn, Scallop
Crudo and Smoked Wild Salmon;
medium plates and salads, featuring quail,
Pacific mussels and country ham; and large plates of prime sirloin, lamb chops, Kobe beef and ravioli and duck breast and
more! A wonderful variety of exciting seasonal dishes!
Also, Montrio has introduced Wine and
Whisker Wednesdays. Stop by any
Wednesday through Labor Day with your
four-legged friend and Montrio will make
a donation from every wine purchase, to
be split between Peace of Mind Dog Rescue and Animal Friends Rescue Project.
Your furry friends can also nosh on a
special house-made treat from the chef.
Montrio is open daily from 4:30 to 10:00 p.m. To reserve a table
online, go to their website at www.montrio.com. Become a fan on
Montrio’s Facebook page for access to special recipes, cooking
tips and special events. For more information and to sign up for
their mailing list, call 831-648-8880. 
This July, Montrio Bistro will unveil a new pet-friendly Parklet in
front of their famous restaurant. Now, you will be able to bring
your two- or four-legged friends and enjoy the new menu created
Save These Dates
October 8 • 5 pm
Kick Off Mixer
October 9 • 6 pm
Wine Maker Dinner
October 17 • 12-5 pm
Food and Wine Festival
Enjoy
• Salinas Valley Wines
• Craft Breweries
• Local Food
• Entertainment
• Artists
• Vendors
5th Annual
salinas valley
Food & Wine
festival
Oldtown Salinas • For tickets & information visit www.SalinasValleyFoodAndWine.com
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Summer 2015
Enjoy Wine, Food and
Fun at San Benito
Olive Festival
The Third Annual San Benito Olive Festival returns to Bolado Park, near
downtown Hollister, on Saturday, October 17th. Experience embellished fun
and delicious festivities that will entertain the whole family. This year, in addition to the outstanding array of California award-winning olive oils, acclaimed
local wines, premium chocolates, craft beers and delicious restaurant fare, there
will be a series of delightful botanical events and demonstrations.
Taste creations grown in heirloom orchards, participate in olive wreath making, olive themed paint parties, and flower arranging. Enjoy mingling with
artisanal food makers, craft brewers, and award-winning local winemakers.
Stroll to jazz tunes on the grassy lawn and relax under old oaks while being
entertained by celebrated chefs showcasing the finest ingredients — many
grown and produced in San Benito and neighboring counties. It’s a full day
filled with culinary pairings, shopping, live music and creative arts.
Come discover the marvelous olive oils and culinary products that bring industry and acclaim to San Benito County. For information about tickets, directions, or how to be a vendor, visit sanbenitolivefestival.com or call 831-5377270. The Festival, which goes from 10:00 to 5:00 p.m., is a not-for-profit
event and the net proceeds will be donated to local community organizations
that support well-being in the area. 
Celebrations Abound at Pierce Ranch
Tasting Room
Well aged! That phrase not only applies to the fine wines that wear
the Pierce Ranch label, but also to the wonderful little cottage that
houses the Pierce Ranch tasting room. On Thursday, September
17th, Josh Pierce and his staff invite you to celebrate the 100th
birthday of the charming building that was erected in 1915. That
night also will be the tasting room’s sixth anniversary and the Pierce
Ranch’s 10th vintage. So come on over and join in the fun. In fact,
you’ll want to visit the tasting room on the third Thursday of every
month. “That’s New Releases Night,” Josh said, “when we feature
three or four new and recent releases alongside a few complimentary
pairings. The evening starts at 6:30 with a somewhat formal discussion of the wines and pairings. Then, at 7:00, we open it up to a more
casual general tasting, with things wrapping up around 8:30 p.m. or
so. Occasionally the program will include vertical tastings or some
library wines for the purpose of comparison.”
Of course the tasting room is open daily and features live jazz music
on Fridays evenings and Sunday afternoons. Good vibes and great
vins! At 499 Wave Street above Cannery Row in Monterey. 
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Enjoy Kozy Kottages
and “Hot Deals” at
Salinas-Monterey KOA
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The Salinas-Monterey KOA offers 21
cozy, non-smoking Kottages. They all
have the comfort and amenities of a
hotel room, with plush baths, French
doors, and two have fireplaces and
entertainment centers. These Kottages
have kitchens, microwaves, refrigerators, decks, cable TVs, and free unlimited Wi-Fi. The RV campground/park
has 50 amp pull-through sites and several 30 amp sites that can accommodate
up to 40-foot long rigs. The beautifully
landscaped, spacious park has a clubhouse/game room, swimming pool (and
new pool furniture!), a children’s playground and store. Also, it’s very close to
restaurants and a supermarket! And
right now, when you pay for six nights in
the RV lot you will get the seventh
night for free! They also offer rates for
long term stays in the lot and weekly
rates in their cabins. This KOA is a great
base camp for exploring the Monterey
Peninsula. At the intersection of Highways 101 and 156 West in Prunedale,
the park’s centralized location offers easy
access for attractions in all directions.
And, it’s only seven miles from the
beach! Visit their website, www.salinasmontereykoa.com, for more details. The
information phone number is 831-6632886. For reservations, call toll-free,
800-541-0085. 
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Come to the Revamped and Expanded Scotts Valley
Art, Wine & Beer Festival At Skypark - August 15th & 16th
Now in its 16th year, the 2015 Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival has been
completely revamped, expanded and even changed its name. This year’s festival will
include more artists and more wineries and will now feature a number of awardwinning microbreweries, including Steel Bonnet, Discretion, Stone, Sierra Nevada,
Lagunitas, Anchor and Santa Cruz Ale Works. In addition, over 120 artists from
throughout the state will display their juried artwork, including paintings, photography, ceramics, jewelry, glass art, sculpture, etchings, textile art and more. The
festival also will feature over 20 of the area’s most prestigious, award-winning wineries pouring their best. And be sure to visit the fabulous food court, which will offer
Chinese food, Mexican food, hot dogs, burgers, Italian ice, chocolate and more.
For everyone’s entertainment there will be live music on stage all weekend, featuring bands such as the Joint Chiefs, Aftershock, and the Back to Nowhere Band.
Also new this year is the “Family Fun Zone” which will include jumpy houses, a
petting zoo, arts and crafts, face painting and more. Kids will also be able to create
their very own “crazy hat” and march in the “Crazy Hat Parade” led by Ronald
McDonald, who will also perform a live magic show on Sunday.
Bring the family! This year’s festival has something for everyone: beer for Dad,
wine for Mom, fun for the kids and great live music for all! Dogs on leashes welcome
too! At beautiful Skypark in Scotts Valley. For information visit www.svartfest.com
or call 831-438-1010. 
Visit our Tasting Room
R A N C H V I N E YA R D S
499 Wave St., Monterey, CA 93940
Hours: Mon-Thu 1-6; Fri-Sat 12-8; Sun 12-6
(831) 372-8900 • www.piercevineyards.com
One block up from Cannery Row, right next to the Antique Mall
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Valley Hills Deli & BBQ in Carmel Valley is the Place for Tasty Treats
and the very popular Cypress Grove
Chevre Humboldt Fog aged goat
cheese. The grocery area has chips,
cookies, crackers, olives, nuts, candies, other snack items and a variety
of Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting
Company beans. If you have a gourmet emergency, stop in. Nora will
help you create a special party tray or
gift basket for your guests.
The “Street Tacos,” Tri-Tip or BBQ
Chicken, at Valley Hills Deli & BBQ
have customers raving! Their Oak
Grilled Tri-Tip sandwich, served on
Garlic Bread with grilled onions, Provolone Cheese and BBQ sauce, is also
a big hit. The deli specializes in BBQ:
Oak grilled Tri-Tip; beef burgers;
chicken and pork spare ribs, using
their BBQ rub, are available daily.
Deli Manager Nora Jones also prepares a popular pulled pork with Jack
Daniels Sauce!
The many local wines and beers they
carry may be consumed on site. Corkage and glasses are no charge for beverages purchased there. The outdoor
patio is a great place to relax and enjoy your food/drinks. And,
you can reserve the patio for birthdays or small gatherings.
Valley Hills Manager Nora Jones
You can also “Create Your Own Sandwich.” Choose a special spread, select the Bruno seeded roll,
Kaiser or bread, then pick your meat: Turkey, Ham, Pastrami or
Salami. Fresh tossed salads include the Mandarin, Caesar Salad
and Greek Garden Salad. Add Tri-Tip or chicken to any salad;
also available as a wrap.
Their catering division, offering BBQ, party and wedding services, can handle any event. Corporate box lunches are available.
They are open weekdays and Saturday 7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; Sunday 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. For more, phone 831-293-8608. The Deli
address is 7152 Carmel Valley Road in Valley Hills Center, across
the street from Quail Lodge. Look for the red umbrellas! 
Their excellent cheese selection includes: Creamy Goat Cheese,
Marin French Petite Camembert and Petite Breakfast flavors,
Collier’s Welsh Cheddar, Ash Rind Buchette aged goat cheese,
M onterey Bay Ce rtified Farmers Markets
From Our Markets…to Your Table
Dedicated to Providing the Freshest Seasonal Produce to
Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Communities for Over 38 years!
APTOS FARMERS MARKET
CARMEL FARMERS MARKET
DEL MONTE FARMERS MARKET
MONTEREY FARMERS MARKET
Cabrillo College
6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos
Saturdays, 8 am – Noon
Open Year Round
The Barnyard Shopping Village
Hwy 1 and Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel
Tuesdays, 9 am – 1 pm
Open May – September
Del Monte Shopping Center
1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey
Sundays, 8 am – Noon
Open May – October
Monterey Peninsula College
930 Fremont Street, Monterey
Fridays, 10 am – 2 pm
Open Year Round
Visit us at www.montereybayfarmers.org and www.edibleparadise.com
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Coastview Tasting Room in Carmel Valley Village...Open for Six Months and Very Popular
unique industrial, Steampunk design and
decor. Steampunk hats and goggles
are available for guests to wear and take
pictures.
Since the Coastview Winery tasting room
opened last December, it has been doing
exceptionally well for being the “new kid
on the block.” Wine tasters are excited by
the six wines offered on their tasting menu:
2009 Chardonnay, 2011 Chardonnay, 2013
Rosé of Syrah, 2010 SA Andree (Cabernet
Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot
and Malbec), and 2008 Syrah.
Of course, the tasting room is dog friendly!
Many would say one of the best things
about their visit is the adorable, lovable,
year-old Scarlet, who greets them with
dark puppy eyes and says goodbye with a
roll over when they depart.
“Our wines are savored by guests and they
express their amazement that each is enjoyable to the palate,”
says Manager Lori Curtis, “which makes it a difficult decision on
what bottle to take home. Most join our “Explorer Wine Club,”
which offers a choice of two, four or six bottles four times a year.
Other fun benefits come along with the club: the summer
Steampunk party, food parings, and a side-by-side Syrah event.”
Make your visit a priority and discover the adventure for yourself.
Open daily from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. The phone number is 831298-7521. Coastview’s 30-acre vineyard is in the Gabilan
Mountains, at 2400 foot
elevation on a ridge top.
With its limestone, granite
soils and terraced hillsides
it yields wine of exceptional character and interest. The website is www.
coastviewvineyard.com. 
Their Hot Air Balloon label is very unique, one of few wines that
is named after an explorer. Guests love the label, created to
honor explorer SA Andree and the 1897 Arctic Balloon
Expedition. Their labels were designed with the idea that everyone who enjoys their wines will have an adventure. And, visitors
do indeed have an adventure. When they enter they view the
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A CALIFORNIA OLIVE OIL EXPERIENCE
Marilyn Remark
“Eat right, be healthy,
live well and enjoy life.”
“Monterey County’s
only winery dedicated
to classic Rhone grape
varieties ...Grenache,
Syrah, Roussanne,
Marsanne, Petite Sirah,
Dry Rosé, Viognier and
Late Harvest Viognier.”
Until now, the very
limited, awardwinning wines of
Marilyn Remark were
available only in select
restaurants and shops.
3 Pi l ot Roa d
Ca rmel Va l l e y
V i l l a ge
831-659-4 2 8 8
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Joel and Marilyn
invite you to visit and sample their dream...
A California olive oil experience awaits you at
The Quail & Olive, a new California olive oil
and balsamic tasting room open in the heart
of Carmel Valley Village. We offer premium
California extra virgin olive oils, varietals,
blended and flavored, and an assortment of
balsamic and flavored vinegars, all for the
tasting. Your pick is bottled fresh, on site.
Tasting Room Open
19 E. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley Village
831.659.5661 . Open Thu-Fri 1-6; Sat-Sun 12-6
Check the website for our events
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Sunny Skies and Fun Times
Await in Carmel Valley Village
by Keith Moon
Stroll the friendly streets of Carmel Valley Village and discover
a captivating community filled with charming boutiques,
gourmet restaurants and over a dozen fine wine tasting rooms.
Here are some favorite destinations.
Avant Garden & Home
Avant Garden & Home, 14 Del Fino Place: Randi Andrews’s quaint shop is a wondrous
place that’s full of imagination and romance...for your home, your garden and yourself.
Randi is sharing this delightful space with Casa del Soul.
Casa del Soul, 14 Del Fino Place: This extraordinary shop continues to feature an
expanded selection of globally chic women’s apparel, accessories, shoes and gifts. Adjacent
to Avant Garden & Home, this is the place for stunning and unique items. Call 831-6594043 for details.
Linda Jacobs of Casa del Soul
The Red Pear
Chateau Sinnet, 13780 Center Street: Offering a wide selection of excellent wines
including red and white varietals, Champagnes and fruit and specialty wines. Unique art and
specialty gift items, too. Now located down the alley behind Carmel Valley Market in a
warm, rustic setting. Open Saturday and Sunday. Phone 831-659-2244 for info.
Boekenoogen Winery, 24 W. Carmel Valley Road: This ranch-styled tasting room features Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah from the estate vineyard in the Santa Lucia
Highlands along with Syrah, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Viognier and a new Cab from the
Carmel Valley Bell Ranch Vineyard. Open daily.
The Red Pear, 13766 Center Street: The ideal place for gifts and accents for your home.
Discover a variety of exceptional items including European and Japanese tableware, exquisite
pewter, candles, collectables, jewelry, and a new line of delicious hand-crafted chocolates.
See www.theredpear.com or phone 831-659-1200.
Carmel Valley Art Association
Carmel Valley Art Association at Valley Girls Gallery, 2 Chambers Lane: Come see
what they’re all talking about. Voted “Best Artists/Art Gallery” for 2014 and 2015, Carmel
Valley Chamber Business Star and “Best Creative/Technology Business” in Monterey
County for 2015 by Monterey County Business Council.
The Quail & Olive, 3 Pilot Road: Will host the 2nd Annual Carmel Valley Growers
Festival on Saturday, November 7th, featuring local olive oil producers, seminars on health
and olive oil, growing olives, and many other festive activities and demonstrations. Shop
here for California olive oils, vinegars and related health products seven days a week, 11:00
a.m.-5:00 p.m. 
Dr. Stephen Brabeck of The Quail & Olive
Also see the Guide to Wine Tasting Rooms that begins on page 95
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Bunter Spring Tasting Room Opens
in Carmel Valley Village
and is researching his way through neighborhood tasting rooms trying to identify the
most promising varieties and vineyards.
Mark prefers to purchase organic fruit when
he can find it, and grows his own Syrah
organically. Some of the Bunter Spring
wines are “natural” wines, made without
added sulfites. Hippie wine, as they jokingly
refer to it, is already a hit in the new tasting
room. They share that room with Mica Rass
of Myka Cellars, so, as Mark says, “A visit is
a ‘two-fer’ —
two wineries
for the price
of one! And
we’re
dog
friendly, too.
Just ask our tail wager, Sally!” 
Bunter Spring Winery, founded in a Napa
garage in 2008, has opened a tasting room at
9 Del Fino Place in Carmel Valley. Mark
Bunter, owner and winemaker, expanded
production operations to the central coast
last year. It seemed sensible to Mark to
make some Monterey wine, after having
relocated to the Monterey area in 2013.
That move was necessitated when his wife,
Margaret Spring, joined the Monterey Bay
Aquarium. The commute from Napa to
Monterey is a killer! So after years of working with mostly Napa and Sonoma grapes,
including his estate Napa Syrah, Mark’s
2014 vintage wines include several Paso
Robles reds, a Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot
Noir, and an Arroyo Seco Chardonnay.
Now that Bunter Spring has found a new home in Carmel Valley
Village, Mark is eager to try his hand at making more local wine,
Joullian Vineyards
Village Tasting Room
2 Village Drive
Carmel Valley, CA 93924
(831) 659 - 8100
Open daily
11:00 am ~ 5:00 pm
“Serious wines
that are
fun to drink.”
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Winemaker Pouring
Mark Bunter Welcomes You
Carmel Valley’s newest tasting
room. Turn on with “Hippie
Syrah,” made from organic
grapes and no added sulfite.
Tune up with “Garagitage,”
our Cabernet blend. Tone
down with a classic Pinot
Noir. And if you’ve got
oysters, we’ve got the
perfect Sauvignon Blanc.
The Quail & Olive Hosts
2nd Olive Growers Festival
In Carmel Valley Village, November 7th
9 Del Fino Place • Carmel Valley Village
Open Friday-Sunday 12-6
202-744-1343
BunterSpringWinery.com
Next door to Idle Hour tasting room
by Keith Moon
The Quail & Olive in Carmel Valley Village will host the 2nd Annual Carmel Valley
Growers Festival on Saturday, November 7th. “Last year’s festival was such a success that
this event is now back by popular demand,” said organizer Dr. Stephen Brabeck, owner of
the Quail & Olive.
Local Carmel Valley olive oil producers Valley Olive Oil Company, Tres Osos (gold medal
winner this year), Castle Ridge, Holman Ranch and Belle Vue will be among the growers
represented. “Not only does California produce some of the best olive oils in the world,
but right here in Carmel Valley, we produce some of the best oil in California, and you can
taste them at this event.” Dr. Brabeck said.
In addition to oil tasting, there will be seminars on health and olive oil, olive growing
from grove to mill, and olive history and culture. Mary Platis and Laura Bashar, “Two
Extra Virgins” will be present to sign their award-winning book Cooking Techniques and
Recipes with Olive Oil and lead a discussion and demonstration. Olive and shea based skin
health products will be represented. Craig Clark from Chaparral Gardens returns to showcase his amazing organic vinegars. Also back by popular demand, will be the olive oil
cupcake baking contest, judged by Chef Wendy Brodie, host of Art of Food TV series,
along with Laura Bashar and Mary Platis.
The event is scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. At 5:00 p.m. the patio will be
transformed for a private reception for members of the Quail & Olive olive oil club, the
growers, event participants and their guests. The Quail & Olive is Carmel Valley’s premier
olive oil and vinegar tasting room, specializing in California olive oils and vinegars, and
emphasizing healthy eating styles. Located at 3 Pilot Road and open 11:00-5:00 p.m.,
seven days a week. Call 831-659-4288 or visit www.quailandolive.com. 
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Carmel Valley Market
Monterey Grape Growers Enjoy
A Diversity of Growing Conditions
by Annette Hoff Danzer
The Higuera Family welcomes you to
Carmel Valley Market. Enjoy lower
prices, top quality meats, fresh
produce, local wines and the warm,
friendly service you deserve.
Carmel Valley Market
2 Chambers Lane
in the Center of
Carmel Valley Village
831-659-2472
Manager Gary Higuera
Coastview Vineyard
Tasting Room Now Open
in Carmel Valley Village
Open daily from 12:00 to 5:00 pm
Available for events
19 E. Carmel Valley Road
Want to understand more about fine wines? It’s in the vines.
Monterey County is comprised of several different soils that
range from rugged outcrop and sandy loam to dune hills,
creating a diversity of sub-soils that allows for a perfect
home for each individual grape varietal. From the winemaker’s perspective, the Monterey wine growing region
offers the opportunity to grow high caliber grapes of every
type. From the north, where the ocean creates the cool,
windy environment adored by Pinot Noir and Chardonnay,
to the south, where warmer weather allows the cultivation
of Cabernet and Merlot, we find a palate of Monterey grapes that allow us to indulge our
stylistic desires. The key is identifying the best vineyards from each area.
The Chalone AVA Antle Vineyard is a perfect example of
a diverse landscape where we can harness different attributes from the same vineyard and
same varietal. The soil varies from
hill to hill, and swale to swale,
and all contain varying degrees of
sandy loam, decomposed granite
and clay which is heavy in nutrients from fossils and seashells
from long ago. On the other hand,
we have Pinot Noir planted on our own estate vineyard in
Carmel Valley, which is planted on calcium-rich rock and gray
clay and produces a completely different style of Pinot Noir
than other sites. This great diversity in soil, topography, and
climate allows us to harvest 12 different varietals with an
emphasis on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Syrah, and
Cabernet blends.
We want to continue building on our
10-plus years of small-lot production,
quality, and commitment to the land.
Every bottle exposes the creativity of the
artist and the humility that comes from
letting the soils and climate lead our
efforts. Plans are in the works at Cima
Collina for private tastings and seminars
that feature library wines and current
releases from specific American
Viticulture Areas. Stay updated by joining our mailing list at www.cimacollina.
com. 
Chardonnay • Syrah • Bordeaux • Pinot Noir
New releases of Pinot Noir & Rosé of Syrah
Annette Hoff Danzer
831-277-7283
www.coastviewvineyard.com
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Note: Annette Hoff Danzer is winemaker for Cima Collina Winery
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Joullian’s RogerRose Receives 91 Points for Second Straight Year
Joullian Vineyards of Carmel Valley has received 91 points from Wine Enthusiast Magazine for
their RogerRose Chardonnay for a second straight year. The official review of the awarded
2013 vintage is featured in the July 2015 Buying Guide for American Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
“We knew the 2013 RogerRose Chardonnay was something special, but to receive 91 points,
representing excellence and the highest of recommendations by Wine Enthusiast, feels great,”
says Assistant Winemaker Patrick Jackson. “It’s wonderful to get the recognition to give more
exposure to our humble wines. This is currently our most aromatic Chardonnay. Imagine white
peach, rich apple, lychee, and toasted hazelnuts. The white peach and lychee characters continue in your mouth with a soft and lush finish of crème brûlée. Roger and Rose Marie
Hernandez planted their eight-acre Arroyo Seco estate vineyard in 1988 with six French
clones of Chardonnay that originated at the University of Beaune’s Dijon Research Station.
The precise source of RogerRose’s unique lychee fruit and honeysuckle-like nose is anyone’s
guess. Perhaps it is due to the influence of the Dijon clones, or to Roger’s farming practices,
that reduce cluster and berry size to half the California norm, or to the sandy, rocky soil around
Arroyo Seco Road.” Joullian has been sourcing local fruit from the RogerRose Vineyard for
over 20 years.
Joullian Vineyards is a Carmel Valley winery created with the goal of producing estate-crafted,
world-class wines of complexity, finesse, and age-ability.
For more information about Joullian Vineyard’s award-winning wines, visit www.joullian.com
or call their tasting room at 831-659-8100. 
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Spotlight on Central Coast
Wines and Winemakers
by Keith Moon
Idle Hour is Pouring New Vintages
Winemaking at Hunter Hill
Continues 100-Year Tradition
Wine enthusiasts have made the new Idle Hour tasting room in
Carmel Valley Village one of their favorie destinations. It’s here
that Winemakers Anna Marie dos Remedios and Deb Payne
introduce guests to their single-vineyard designated wines from
the Santa Lucia Highlands, San Benito County, Madera and
Clarksburg AVAs. This boutique winery’s focus on small lots of
Chardonnay, Viognier, single-clone Pinot Noir, Tempranillo,
Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Petite Sirah has garnered
strong support from their growing wine club. All of the Idle Hour
wines are fermented with native yeasts from sustainably grown
grapes. “We have been so fortunate to work with such great grape
growers from Monterey and San Benito Counties,” said Anna
Marie. “The community of local winemakers here has always
given Deb and me such tremendous support as well.” Dos
Remedios and Payne also own and operate the Queens Inn, an
eight-room inn and wine bar in Oakhurst near Yosemite. The
tasting room is located at 9 Del Fino Place in the center of The
Village, and is open Thursday 11:00-5:00 p.m. and Friday &
Saturday 11:00-6:00 p.m.
Hunter Hill Vineyard
& Winery is a familyowned and operated
winery located on a
beautiful site in the
Santa Cruz Mountains
above Soquel. This
property, where they
once raised apples,
stone fruits and
grapes, has been the
family home for over
100 years. In 1992,
Vann and Christine
Slatter decided to Vann and Christine Slatter
take out the old apple
trees on one hillside, replant with Merlot, and try making wine
like previous generations had done. Once they started, winemaking became a passion. Today, their 14-acre property produces
approximately 35 tons of estate-grown grapes including Merlot,
Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Syrah each year. The Slatters warmly
welcome visitors to sample their award-winning wines or share a
good bottle and leave with lasting memories — just as their
ancestors did a hundred years ago. The tasting room is open
Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Picnic on the
lawn by the waterfall and enjoy spectacular views of the vineyards and surrounding redwoods. For more information, go to
www.hunterhillwines.com or call 831-465-9294.
Taste the Arroyo Seco in the
Wines of Mercy
Winemakers Deb Payne and Anna Marie dos Remedios
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Vintners Mike Kohne and Mark Dirickson (shown) have,
collectively, worked in the wine industry for over 45 years. Their
combined experiences have provided each with a keen knowledge and astute recognition of the properties that create a great
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from terroir and viticulture to winemaking; “Food and Wine
Pairing,” where wine expert George Edwards demonstrates the
intricacies and enjoyment of matching food with wine; and
“New Releases,” where you taste vintages before they are available to the public. Also ask about “A Day in the Vineyard,” the
special Harvest Party that includes transportation, catered lunch,
vineyard tour and a chance to meet the McIntyre family. The
tasting room is open six days a week, Tuesday thru Saturday
11:00-7:00 p.m., and Sunday, 11:00-6:00 p.m. The room features
bistro tables and a wine bar that can accommodate up to 30.
There is also specialized glassware, wine-related art and other
wine items for sale. For information and reservations, call 831626-6268 or email [email protected].
terroir for wine. This expertise has brought them to the Arroyo
Seco AVA in southern Monterey County. “The Arroyo Seco
AVA is many things,” Mark explained. “Windblown, numbingly
cold, fog laden, semi-arid, rock strewn and austerely beautiful. In
essence, the perfect grape source for Mercy wines.” Sourcing idyllic fruit, the wines are then vinified by Mark and Mike’s longtime friend and distinguished winemaker Alan Phillips. Produced
in small lots, Alan employs classical winemaking techniques to
help enhance the overall character of the Mercy wines, which
include several single vineyard bottlings of Chardonnay,
Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and a Syrah. “We invite you to
Have Mercy,” Mike said. “Come taste and learn about the Arroyo
Seco and our wines at our tasting room at 48 W. Carmel Valley
Road in Carmel Valley Village. We’re open Thursday through
Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.”
Kathleen Karlsen and Carli Livesey
Times are a Changing at
Chock Rock Vineyard
by Kathleen Karlsen
The many wine enthusiasts who visit our Chock Rock tasting
room are friends as well as valued customers, and we want them
to know of the changes that will be taking place at the winery
and tasting room.
One: Son Rob has been offered a full time position with another
winery (more news to follow), and will no longer be working at
the tasting room. He will continue to be the assistant winemaker
for Chock Rock, but will no longer be part of the front of the
house. Good luck and good job Rob.
Two: The tasting room will be staffed by Carli Livesey (with
baby Tash), Ashlee Jansen and me. Please note our new hours:
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 12:00-5:00 p.m.
Three: We just released the new “Rose of Pinot Noir.” Come in
and try it. It has hints of strawberry plus a touch of effervescent
and sells for $18. Our 2012 Pinot Noir is holding strong and
tastes delicious and the 2013 Chardonnay continues to be the
tasting room favorite. Taste some before we are sold out.
Four: Dan and I now have five grandchildren who keep us very
happy and very busy. Cole, 6 years; Joy, 3 years; Austin, 3 years;
Leanna 6 months; and Tash, 3 months! We are a family owned
and op,erated winery, so you will probably see one of the grandkids in the tasting room. Please come by and get acquainted. In
Carmel Valley Village at One Del Fino Place. 
The McIntyre family: Steve, Kim, Tamara and Kristen
McIntyre Tasting Room Has
Monthly Wine Seminars
The McIntyre tasting room in The Crossroads Shopping Center
has become a favorite of wine enthusiasts both for the estate
bottled McIntyre Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Santa
Lucia Highlands and for the wine seminars conducted there. The
seminars are held on the last Wednesday of the month from 6:008:00 p.m., are limited to 25-30 people, and include at least two
of McIntyre’s award-winning wines. Subjects include: “From
Vine to Glass,” as owner Steve McIntyre explores everything
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Q and A with Lorraine Worthy:
Monterey Wine Professional
Q Lorraine, you managed the very first wine tasting room in Monterey County and have been active in the local wine scene for over 20 years.
How did it all begin?
to the world of fine wine and arranged for
My parents emigrated from Switzerland
me to visit several wineries in the Napa
where wine was served with most meals.
Valley. Visiting the wineries was someI believe this is where my love of wine
thing of an awakening, reminding me
originated. Early on, my passion was
that wine had been a part of my life from
singing, musical theater and talking, so
an early age. Then, while performing a
while attending UC Santa Barbara I felt
catering job at The Monterey Vineyard
Communication Studies would be a good
in Gonzales, I was intrigued with the
fit. But something was missing. During
idea of working at the winery. I was soon
the summer I had worked at Bud Antle
hired to run Special Events and later
answering phones and assisting the sales
promoted to Hospitality Manager, I
force. I loved the fast paced atmosphere
loved meeting people from all over the
and the talent of the sales team and, after
Stephanie McFarland and Lorraine Worthy of McFarland Wines.
world and enjoyed the process of serving
college, accepted a full-time position.
wine as well as sampling it to discover the nuances of flavor from
After a few years I realized this was not for me and switched to a
various varietals and other great wineries. After 12 years and the
career in Hospitality. I was hired by Glenn Hammer who owned
birth of my second son, I decided to be a stay-at-home mom.
a fine dining establishment on the Peninsula. He introduced me
When my youngest son left for college,
I decided to return to
the area of employment I loved best. It
was then that
Stephanie McFarland,
owner of McFarland
Wines, offered me a
sales position representing her portfolio
of fine wines. I am
now the s a l e s p e r son
for
J
McFarland, Full Tilt
and Mira Flora.
Wo r k i n g
with
Stephanie is a joy and
I couldn’t be happier
with the job of my
dreams.” 
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Guglielmo Winery Celebrates 90 Years of Great Winemaking!
by Cindy Adams
In 1925 the world was a very different
place. The telephone was a new invention
and automobiles were not yet the accepted
mode of transportation. That year a young
couple from the Piemonte region of Italy
found a piece of land in California. This
15-acre parcel already had vineyards on it
and room for expansion.
parents and, when he completed his service in World War II, married Madeline
Sordello and the two of them took over
the winery operation, growing it with
hard work and warm hospitality. George
and Madeline were blessed with three
sons: George Emilio, Gene, and Gary,
who now own and operate the winery.
Today this land, in Morgan Hill, has
grown to 82 acres, most of which are lush
vineyards. Additions to the property
include a winemaking facility, tasting
room, gift shop, meeting rooms, and an
event center. The property purchased by
Emilio and Emilia Guglielmo has grown
into one of the largest wineries in Santa
Clara Valley and has been controlled by
the family for three generations!
There are many stories about the winery’s
growth and development, and many historical items to see on the proeprty. The
piazza features winemaking tools from a
bygone era; a wooden grape crusher, must
pump, and basket press, all used by the
family.
The couple also expanded their family. In
1923, Emilio and Emila had a son, George
Washington Guglielmo. He helped his
Guglielmo Winery now produces over
50,000 cases of wine annually. Renowned
for their wonderful Italian varietals, such
as Barbera, Sangiovese and Grignolino,
they also grow and bottle Zinfandel and
award-winning Petite Sirah. Their tasting
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The family is thrilled to be celebrating their 90th Anniversary! In addition to monthly wine specials, there will
be a black-tie gala on September 12th
to celebrate a great family, great wines,
and great friends! For information on
anniversary events, visit www.guglielmowinery.com. Their phone number is
408-779-2145. 
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Odonata Celebrates Anniversary
with Release of Sparkling Rosé
Just over a year ago, Odonata Winemaker
Denis Hoey and his family left Santa Cruz and
moved into the former Marilyn Remark home
and winery on River Road, south of Salinas.
“It has been a dream come true,” Denis said.
“We feel fortunate to be here and treasure the
support we’ve received, both professionally
and from the locals we see in the tasting
room.”
So how do you celebrate?
By launching the “Bubbles Club” and releasing the 2011 Sparkling Rosé of Sangiovese.
“Our sparklers are Champagne-style, aged for
The Hoey family: Colton, Denis, Claire and Gavin
three years on the yeast and released in the
fourth year. Each release is a limited bottling, so they sell out quickly. Club members get
first crack at each release, get a 15% discount on all our wines and a 25% discount on case
buys.” Coming soon is the bubbly 2012 Blanc de Noir of Sangiovese and next year will be
a 2013 Santa Cruz Mountains Blanc de Blanc (Chardonnay).
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is a stainless steel Chard with no malolactic fermentation. It is crisp yet round
with tropical notes of pineapple in the
nose. “This is the first of many great
wines that we’ll make from Highlands
fruit,” Denis said.
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He also reminds everyone that while the Hoeys
are now living in Monterey County, their tasting
room at 2343 Mission Street in Santa Cruz is
busier and more popular than ever. It’s open Friday through Sunday 12:00-5:00 p.m. and for
pizza night on Tuesdays from 4:30-8:00 p.m. The
tasting room at the winery at 645 River Road is
open Saturday and Sunday 12:00-5:00 p.m.
Come by either or both locations, say hello, and
try all of the great Odonata vintages. 
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Winery Compliance Questions and Trends
by Kathleen Robison and Gus Gustat www.pragmaticsolutions.us
What is the difference between a Tasting Room Permit and a Wine Bar Permit California ABC 02
permit allows wineries to conduct tasting and sales at the permit address. ABC also allows each ABC
02 permit holder to operate one tasting room other than at the winery under a “Duplicate 02 permit.”
An ABC 02 permit holder is also allowed to hold an ABC 42 permit (wine bar). Tasting rooms operating under an ABC 02 or an ABC Duplicate 02 may only pour their own wines. Minors are allowed on
the premises. An ABC 42 permit must include pouring and offering substantial percentages of wines
produced by a winery other than the winery operating the ABC 42 permit. Minors are NOT allowed
on the premises. A winery may hold up to six ABC 42 permits. Food service is not a requirement for
an ABC 42 permit. If the winery wants to offer “credible food service” such as a deli or an actual restaurant, then they may apply for an ABC 41 permit (eating establishment serving wine or beer).
Minors are permitted on the premises.
What is conjunctive labeling? How will it affect Monterey County Vineyards and Wineries?
Conjunctive labeling is a requirement that a recognized winegrowing area be placed on the label of
wines from that region or wines produced from a specified percentage of grapes from that region. This can
reflect an appellation of origin or a primary AVA, like Monterey County. The motivation to pursue conjunctive labeling is to uniformly strengthen the recognition of a particular winegrowing region and to
enforce that recognition through the legislative process. In 2014, Monterey County Vintners & Growers
Association (MCVGA), working with Monterey County growers and wineries, made significant progress in advancing a conjunctive labeling requirement for the county. The proposed requirement is currently going through various legislative and regulatory processes and is projected to take effect January
1, 2019. Once enacted, this will impact labeling requirements and will be enforced by TTB as a part of
the COLA approval process. We suggest that wineries become familiar with the upcoming (proposed)
labeling requirements, so they can be incorporated during a routine label revision cycle. This will prevent unnecessary expense and delay when the proposed changes become requirements. 
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Ciolino Takes Over Zeph’s, Plans Changes and Wine Parties
owner, Lenora Carey, and her winemaker, Ryan Kobza, will be
here to pour the wines and meet with guests. A highlight of the
occasion will be the release of the
2013 Big Sur Pinot Noir Reserve
from the Chalone AVA. A very
special, beautifully balanced wine.”
Big Sur Vineyards also produces
Chardonnay from Arroyo Seco and
Big Sur Red, a blend of Grenache,
Syrah and Petite Sirah. Taste them
from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on August
14th. Next, Dan Lee of the famed
Morgan Wines takes center stage
on Wednesday, September 16th,
5:30-7:00 p.m.
Big things are happening at Zeph’s One Stop in Salinas. Vince
Ciolino has purchased the interest of his partner, Bill Sites, and
is now the sole owner of the popular
beverage shop and wine bar. He
also announced plans to remodel
the wine bar area and put in a
kitchen to prepare small bites for
wine pairings. “Bill and I worked
together since 2001 and accomplished a great deal,” Vince said.
“Now I can go ahead with projects
I’ve had in mind for some time.
We’ll turn the wine bar area into
more of a lounge, adding sofas and
chairs and making it more comfortable for our customers.”
“Of course we’ll continue to carry a
complete line of fine wines, highend spirits and craft beers. Our gift
selections offer a wide range of
greeting cards, wine bags and pre-made or personalized gift baskets. The wine bar is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Stop
by and say hello, we’re in the Nob Hill shopping center.” 
Vince also announced that Zeph’s
will stage a special pouring by
Lenora Carey and Vince Ciolino
Richard Oh of Oh Wines and Otter
wines from 5:30-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15th. Then, on
Friday, August 14th, Zeph’s, will host a launch party for Big Sur
Vineyards. “This is a wonderful new label,” Vince said, “and
we’re thrilled to introduce Big Sur Wines to our customers. The
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Make Plans for Your
Summer Vacation at
Pacific Gardens Inn
Excellent Service is a Constant
and Convenience a Priority and
at Grand Avenue Liquors & Deli
Ask About Their Special Room Rates!
Located across from beautiful Asilomar Beach in Pacific Grove,
the Pacific Gardens Inn is famous for quiet and comfort, and is
a wonderful location to stay while enjoying the area’s scenic
landmarks. The inn has received many awards for excellence,
voted #1 among all Pacific Grove hotels by tripadvisor.com!,
has been named the city’s “Best Hotel” and proudly displays the
AAA three star rating.
Excellent Service is a
Constant and Convenience
a Priority and at Grand
Avenue Liquors & Deli
Owner/Innkeeper Robert
Boerner takes pride in
making your visit a memorable experience and he
offers room rate specials
throughout the year.
There are 28 spacious
rooms, with wonderful
views, country-feel furniture, refrigerators, coffee
makers, popcorn poppers with popcorn and most feature natural
wood-burning fireplaces. Two of the rooms offer wheelchair
access. Guests can also relax in the hot tubs, and enjoy the
starry night sky.
Chris Palma opened his Grand Avenue Liquors & Deli in
Pacific Grove a few years ago, with the intention of carrying on
the family tradition of operating first class markets, restaurants
and delis, which they started in the early 1900’s, the Steinbeck
era. The Palma family is well known on the Monterey
Peninsula, having owned the Wharfside Restaurant on Old
Fisherman’s Wharf for over 20 years.
A complimentary continental breakfast, with sweet rolls, muffins, croissants, scones, fresh fruit and beverages is served and
wine and cheese are available in the lobby fireplace every evening. At Pacific Gardens Inn you can hear the ocean, and also
be close to the peninsula’s many visitor destinations, including
the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel, Cannery Row and the
Pacific Grove golf course.
Palma has brought that same commitment to quality to his
remodeled store, creating a wonderful atmosphere with a large
inventory of premium products that homemakers love to have
in their kitchens or sitting on
their bars.
And, Grand Avenue is a top
end wine store. Palma’s list of
products features wines; local
varietals from the Santa Lucia
Highlands and some from Italy;
bottled beers and craft brews;
and other spirits, including single barrel scotches. And, don’t forget the deli, where you can
purchase what you need for a sunset picnic at one of Pacific
Grove’s beautiful beaches.
For groups, the inn’s conference center offers the perfect atmosphere for parties, meetings, and reunions. To make reservations
and learn about their special rates, call 800-262-1566, or visit
their website: www.pacificgardensinn.com. The address is 701
Asilomar Boulevard. 
Special orders and case discounts are available. And, there are
weekly and holiday specials, plus periodic wine tasting and live
musical entertainment. Grand Avenue is open every day from
8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The address is 229 Grand Avenue in
Pacific Grove, at the corner of Laurel and Grand, a block up
from Lighthouse. The phone number is 831-375-7474 and the
website is www.grand avedeli.com. Also, visit them on
Facebook. 
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Summer 2015
Traveling with the Best Wine, Culture,
and Spectacular Beauty, Luxurious
River Cruises are Trending
The complexity of wine and winemaking has become an art form
celebrated around the world for
centuries. Vineyards capture this
ritual year after year by creating
some of the most diverse yet
dependable varieties of grapes.
These artisans are part of a growing
industry which has flourished in
recent years from the average wine
lover to the most discreet connoisseur. Striving to make the best possible vintages most winemakers will tell you, they wish everyone could enjoy the fruits
of their labor. This in turn has given rise to a new type of
travel, the luxury river wine cruise.
and abroad has never been easier,
and we want all wine lovers to be
able to share this experience of a
lifetime.”
Northern California Travel Company & CruiseOne have partnered
up and are excited to present special cruises that will allow you to
discover these international wineries. The opportunity to visit these
extraordinary winemakers and their prestigious vineyards has
never been so easy and so much fun. These diverse cruise
packages feature wine as a central theme and offer passengers
access to a luxurious vacation with all-inclusive benefits, while
touring through spectacularly scenic wine regions. Viking,
Amawaterways, Avalon and Crystal are but a few of the suppliers with exceptional personal service and amenities that
CruiseOne uses to create the perfect ambiance and atmosphere
for wine lovers.
“It’s always been a dream of mine to explore the world, while
learning about wine in historically rich cultures, the knowledge, personal service, and expertise I gain will definitely
benefit all my clients.” says Richard Perez, owner of Northern
California Travel Company. “The opportunity to share this
knowledge of wine and cruising makes the personal one-onone aspect essential to my customer’s satisfaction, something
large cruise lines and internet call centers sorely lack. New
itineraries like the Danube, Rhine, and Seine, travel to Europe
Richard Perez and his staff are now booking 2016 and 2017
wine cruises. This is your opportunity for that special adventure, so contact them at 831-313-0661 or by email: rperez@
cruiseone.com. Their website is www.northcaltravel.com. 
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Marilyn Remark Offers Their Rhone-Style Wines in Carmel Valley
Marilyn Remark is Monterey County’s only
winery exclusively devoted to the varietals
native to France’s Rhone Valley. Burnstein
focuses on the Rhone grapes; Marsanne,
Roussanne, Grenache, Syrah, Petite Sirah,
and others from Monterey County vineyards. From these great grapes, he has
crafted small amounts of his much soughtafter wines.
Joel Burnstein and his Marilyn Remark
wines are among the shining stars of the
Monterey wine scene. His exquisite, uber
limited Rhone-style releases have a big fan
base.
Burnstein became a vintner after a mid-life
career change. As a stock trader, he grew
tired of the pressures of the ever-changing
financial markets. He thought about new
careers and his passion for wine kept bringing him back to the inevitable. Studies in
Enology at Fresno State led to an internship at Sterling Vineyards and to his role as
winemaker for Jekel and San Saba.
The Marilyn Remark tasting salon in Carmel Valley Village is the only spot where
folks can indulge in the fantastic Marilyn
Remark line-up. If you can’t make it to
Carmel Valley, their exclusive wine club
helps collectors stay in touch with the latest news and vintages.
He expresses his philosophy succinctly,
“Making great wine is a two-step process: 1.
Get great grapes. 2. Don’t screw it up.” This strategy has earned
Joel accolades from his peers and consumers. Twice one of his
wines has taken “Best Red” honors, out of thousands of entries at
the prestigious L.A. County Fair professional “Wines of the
World” judging.
The salon is located at 19 East Carmel Valley Road; open Thursdays and Fridays 1:00 to 6:00 p.m.; Saturdays and Sunday 12:00 to
6:00 p.m. The website is www.MarilynRemark.com. The tasting
room number is 831-659-5661. Insider’s tip: ask for a taste of the
MR 2010 Wild Horse Vineyard Grenache. It’s an amazing red! 
Richard Starks Creates Beautiful Metal Sculpture to Enhance the Outdoors
“Viewing a finished piece is always a revelation”
Over 30 years of teaching metalworking
techniques and skills has given artist
Richard Starks the passion to design new
sculpture. He can’t wait to get started on
his next project. As Starks says, “There
are so many shapes to create, and so little
time to build them! All the sounds, the
sparks, the flames, and the smells of
metal-working are my inspiration to get started. Watching
the molten puddle, while I form
a new weld is a hypnotic experience for me. A flame or arc
around 5,000 or 10,000 degrees
can’t help but grab your attention. Working with stainless
steel, mild steel, and aluminum
has given me an appreciation
for their characteristics, some
similar and some totally unique.
The sanding process blends all
the surfaces and edges together, so that
the shape looks like it has been carved
from a single, solid metallic chunk.” All
his work is TIG welded because of its
quality and strength, and he uses Cor-Ten
steel!
Many of the shapes he creates now are the
result of various things he dreamed up as a
youngster, and originate from imagined
shapes he has envisioned in his mind and
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in his sketchbook. As a youngster, Starks spent hours doodling and made shapes in the
sand at the beach. Later, in
drafting classes, he learned formal techniques in visualizing
and drawing shapes. Along
with being a teacher, he’s also
worked as a welder and metal
fabricator. All these experiences have heightened his ability to shape and weld the forms
he imagines. “Walking around
the new sculpture and checking out all
the different views is an exciting experience. When asked which of my works is
my favorite, I always answer the same
way: The one I’m working on right now.”
For more information about his beautiful
art and how to buy or commission a sculpture, contact Starks at 408-848-4036. His
website is www.RichardStarks.com. He’s
also on Facebook. 
Summer 2015
The Running Iron Restaurant in Carmel Valley Village is a place
of legends. Going back a few decades, this spot was a cowboy bar
called The Stirrup Cup and had a reputation for rather boisterous
behavior, despite its popularity. Today, it’s the Running Iron, and
the rowdiness is long gone. It’s a family-style restaurant and bigtime favorite of local folks. It still has a long, old-fashioned bar for
those who want to relax and have a drink, but now the emphasis
is on great meals, friendly service, reasonable prices and outsized
portions served amidst an Old West décor. Perfect for family
entertainment.
You can’t help but be attracted
to the Running Iron with its
sunny outdoor patio or the cozy
indoor seating. No matter where
you sit, there’s plenty to take in.
You can’t help but be attracted to the Running Iron with its
sunny outdoor patio or the cozy indoor seating. No matter where
you sit, there’s plenty to take in. Hanging from the rafters is an
assortment of old west memorabilia that ranges from boots and
bib overalls to saddles, tack and all kinds of Americana. The
atmosphere is fun and inviting and the menu offers something for
everyone: steaks, ribs, chicken, seafood, pasta. And salads, for the
light side. The Running Iron also serves up a host of scrumptious
burgers and sandwiches, plus your favorite Mexican dishes, too.
And desserts to die for! Try the bread pudding with whiskey
sauce. Then, on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, come in for a
brunch that’s been the talk of the Valley for years.
Great food, good people, and fine times. No wonder folks come
back again and again. And guess what? The Stirrup Cup lives on.
It’s located right next door to the Running Iron, serves the tastiest Chicago-style pizza around, and buzzes with activity every
evening. Both at 24 E. Carmel Valley Road right across the street
from the tasting rooms on Winery Row in the heart of Carmel
Valley Village. See you there, pardner! 
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Enjoy Passport
Weekend at Wineries
of Santa Clara Valley
by Cindy Adams
The Wineries of Santa Clara Valley invite you to Fall Passport
Weekend on November 7th and 8th. Follow our Wine Trail to
over 20 participating wineries and enjoy the wonderful wines and
warm hospitality of the beautiful Santa Clara Valley. You’ll understand why it was originally called “The Valley of Heart’s Delight.”
Purchase a Passport and lovely tasting glass for only $35.00, then
get ready to enjoy special activities planned for Passport Holders
only. Meet the winemakers, enjoy some barrel samples, taste
local foods, enjoy live music and take advantage of wine specials
— each winery will have something different to offer Passport
participants. One of the oldest winegrowing regions in California,
the Santa Clara Valley offers a diversity of wine varietals, and has
collectively received many prestigious medals. In addition to
more well-known wines like Chardonnay and Merlot, you’ll be
able to taste such distinctive and delicious varietals as Barbera,
Malbec, Mouvedre, Fiano, Petite Verdot and Charbono. Pack a
picnic and enjoy a glass or taste of these wonderful wines while
enjoying relaxing views of vineyards, creeks and mountains —
many wineries have lovely picnic areas.
Passports may be purchased in advance or on the day of the event
(while supplies last) at any participating
winery, or the Gilroy Welcome Center.
You can also purchase your Passports online at www.SantaClaraWines.com. For
a list of participating wineries, or for
more information, call 408-842-6436 or
visit www.SantaClaraWines.com. Fall
Passport Weekend — don’t miss it! 
Note: Cindy Adams is Director of Communications
and Retail Operations for Guglielmo Winery.
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Become a Sponsor of the Exciting, New Monterey Zoo!
The Monterey Zoo is still underway,
growing and moving forward as expected.
The first major renovation to the zoo’s
new look is the tiger exhibit, which is
scheduled to open mid to late summer of
2015. At that time, the zoo’s four Bengal
tigers will be released into a 12,000 square
foot natural open-style habitat with large
pools, water falls, three story platform
towers, logs, viewing windows, toys and
much more to physically and mentally
stimulate both the tigers and the visitors
of Monterey Zoo.
which all are invited to “Meet and Greet”
the elephants that live at the facility.
For those interested in something a bit
more up close and personal, a menu of
more private full contact tours are available, which enable guests to actually help
bath an elephant and meet several of the
facility’s “wild things.” Some of these
tours last 2 to 4 hours, while others can
last all day.
Moksha and zoo owner Charlie Sammut
As funding and sponsorships are made
available to the facility, the hope is to
begin construction on a new and similar
lion habitat before the end of the year and
yet another for the facility’s bears at the
beginning of 2016.
After such an experience, most choose to
wrap up their adventure by spending the
night on the property’s Bed and Breakfast,
the VISION QUEST SAFARI BED and
BREAKFAST, an extremely unique, comfortable and exciting alternative of overnighting in Monterey County.
Much more information about the ranch,
zoo and how you can become a sponsor is
available at www.visionquestranch.com
or www.montereyzoo.org. 
While undergoing this transformation,
the facility remains open to the public
daily for its 1:00 p.m. public tour, after
Mission San Antonio de Padua Presents their Annual Elegant
Wine Tasting Event “An Evening in the Garden” — Saturday, November 7th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Set in a pristine environment of the Santa Lucia Mountains, surrounded by magnificent oaks, Mission San Antonio de Padua
beckons you. It offers peace, serenity and life at a slower pace.
Established in 1771, it is the third Spanish Franciscan Mission in
California’s chain of 21. Today, the church and complex are
important historic sites serving an active parish community and
hosts four annual fundraisers to provide critical funding to keep
the Mission open. “An Evening in the Garden” is their premier
event. Its proceeds benefit the continuing maintenance, restoration and daily functions.
her family’s Marin’s Vineyard,
and also the enologist for Tooth
and Nail Winery in Paso Robles.
Marin’s seminar will discuss the
anatomy of wine and how to
properly describe it, including
aroma, flavor, body, mouthfeel,
structure, finish, and balance.
The presentation will help participants commit aromas to
memory, to discern their personal choice of favorable characteristics and discover how to
choose their favorite wines.
There is limited seating, so
make your reservations now.
For a $120.00 donation, you will also receive four Riedel wine
glasses, and entrance to the main event.
Your $50.00 donation ($60.00 at the door) includes admission to
the Padre’s Garden, live music, wine tasting featuring some of the
central coast’s premium wineries, sumptuous hors d’oeuvres, entrance
to the special “Port Room” and a commemorative wine glass.
Marin Wolgamott
This year’s “Event within an Event,” will be a
“Wine Aroma Sensory Training,” presented
by Marin Wolgamott. Marin, from Lockwood,
worked for vineyards and started an analytical service to grape growers, providing grape
harvest analysis, while in high school. She
graduated from Cal Poly with a B.S. in Wine
and Viticulture and is now the winemaker for
This will definitely be an enchanting evening! Tickets go quickly; call 831-385-4478, ext. 17 and reserve yours. Enjoy this
unique experience and help support one of California’s treasured
missions. 
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Diversity Matters in Seafood and Real Good Fish Offers That Variety
Salmon Season is here!
experienced through eating local seafood. Having
a diverse seafood diet expands our culinary horizons, and is also good for the ocean ecosystems.
Alan Lovewell, the owner/founder of community
supported Real Good Fish recently spoke to a high
school marine biology class about local, sustainable seafood. A quick poll revealed that about
one-fifth of the students did not eat seafood.
One girl explained, “I don’t like fish.”
“How many times have you eaten seafood?” Alan
asked her.
“Once,” she answered.
“What did you have?” he pressed.
“Fish,” she said.
Americans primarily eat shrimp, salmon and tuna.
At schools and hospitals, neutral flavored farmed
tilapia or pangasius, a type of carp, are served.
According to NOAA a shocking 90% of our seafood is imported; it’s mostly farmed in Asia.
If everyone just eats a few popular species, we will
wipe those out. While some aquaculture is sustainable, much is an environmental disaster. “Atlantic” farmed salmon are crowded into pens so
densely that antibiotics, pesticides and anti-lousing drugs used to treat them create vast dead zones
around them. Shrimp farms destroy mangroves
and critical estuaries for healthy oceans, and many
species of tuna are being pushed to the brink of
extinction from overfishing.
So, please give local Shortspine Thorneyheads a
try. Channel Island Ridgeback prawns are better
than any shrimp you’ve ever had. Also, there’s rock crab, grenadier, yellowtail, and Petrale sole: a wide array of seafood that tells
the stories of California’s currents and canyons. A membership
with Real Good Fish is the best, most delicious marine biology
class. Become a member and receive sustainable, fresh seafood
every week. Visit their website: www.realgoodfish.com or call
831-345-5153. 
Local species, like Carmel Canyon black cod, Big Sur sanddabs,
Monterey anchovies and Channel Island Ridgeback prawns are
flavorful and rich, flaky, sweet, and buttery. They are dense with
nutrients, protein and healthy Omega-3 fats. They are exported
to countries willing to pay a higher price for quality seafood. We
are missing out on a healthy, delicious food source as well as the
abundance, beauty and wonder of the ocean that could be
Pessagno Winery Continues the Traditions of Its Founder
It’s a pleasant, leisurely drive from Highway 68, near Salinas, down River Road
through rows of field crops and alongside
the verdant hills of the Santa Lucia
Mountains, to the Pessagno Winery &
Wine Tasting Room. Here Ray Franscioni
and his crew continue the legacy of fine
winemaking that was established by the
late Steve Pessagno.
“We’re dedicated to upholding the high
standards that Steve followed throughout
his life. Our vineyards in San Benito
County, the Gabilans and here in the
Santa Lucia Highlands are among those
that Steve sourced for his superb wines.
We also continue to cultivate the Four
Boys Vineyard that Steve named in honor
of his four sons. In fact, were recently
released 2013 Four Boys Pinot Noir
which, again, is an exceptional vintage, as
described by our winemaker, Olivier
Rousset.”
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Guests enjoy the wine tasting scene at Pessagno Winery
“The dry weather throughout 2013 gave
us another wonderful Four Boys Pinot
Noir,” Olivier said. “The ripe fruit with a
hint of florals creates a delicate yet elegant
nose. Dark cherry and mild traces of plum
create a beautiful bold palate feel and a
balanced acid builds to a long finish,”
Come savor this new release at the tasting
room, where Manager Chris Vivit makes
wine tasting both a fun and informational
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experience. It’s
open seven days
a week, from
11:00-4:00 p.m.
M o n d a y
through Thursday and 11:00-5:00 p.m. on Saturday and
Sunday, at 1645 River Road. 
Summer 2015
Seven Essentials for
the Perfect Seven Oaks
BBQ from J. Lohr
Summertime or anytime, a great BBQ just makes life more fun!
Known for their luscious J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet
Sauvignon, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines wants to help you host
the perfect summer get-together. Read on for their recommendations for Seven Essentials for the Perfect Seven Oaks BBQ.
#1 The Perfect Setting Whatever your style, whether it’s a
small balcony with expansive views or a lush backyard oasis, let
the setting put your guests at ease and put you in a festive mood.
Bayonet and Black Horse
Golf Courses Rated Among
America’s Finest
#2 Entertainment and Games Bocce, croquet, cornhole,
horseshoes...foster a little friendly competition by setting up a
few games prior to your guests’ arrival, so they can jump right in
to the fun.
In 2008, Bayonet and Black Horse in Seaside unveiled their $13
million dollar renovation by the Bates Golf Design Group. Both
courses underwent dramatic view-shed alterations and hole reroutings to reveal new, breathtaking ocean vistas and improved
playing options. Golf Digest included them in their list “Best
New Courses” for 2009. As a great test of golf, it has been the
site of many USGA and PGA sectional qualifying tournaments.
#3 BBQ Tools Charcoal, gas or smoke? Chop, filet, or kabob?
Grab your tools, those tongs, those mitts, that apron and get
your next BBQ off to a smokin’ start.
#4 Delicious Recipes and Food A great BBQ centers on delicious food. Take a chance on that new rib recipe you’ve been
eyeing or create your own signature BBQ sauce or summer side.
#5 Music A great playlist helps makes memories that last a
lifetime. Set the tone for an unforgettable evening with your
favorite jams.
The par-72, 7,104-yard Bayonet course, with its narrow playing
corridors and steep bunkering, has long been considered the
most difficult test of golf on the Monterey Peninsula, but the
renovation greatly improved its playability and strategic options.
Black Horse, a 7,024-yard, par-72 layout, features sweeping vistas of the Pacific and is highlighted by fescue-framed fairways,
bunkers with distinctive, serrated edges and slickly-contoured
greens. The new par-3 15th faces the bay and is one of the great
holes on the peninsula. Both courses offer four sets of tees.
#6 Friends & Family Fire off an invite, fire up the grill and get
your favorite friends and family together. You won’t be sorry that
you made time for those who mean the most to you.
#7 J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon Intense
fruit aromas of black cherry, plum and blueberry accented by
rich barrel notes of hazelnut, dark chocolate and toasted pastry
make this J.Lohr wine the perfect choice for your next BBQ.
And, when it comes to truly learning
the game, the Bayonet Black Horse
Golf Academy should be your choice.
Their instructors provide you the best
possible service by applying their
experience and the latest technology
to improving your game. Once you
visit this beautiful facility and play a round, you’ll definitely
want to come back, so it might be to your advantage to enroll in
one of their membership programs: Executive Membership,
which offers unlimited golf every day, special guest rates and
discounts at the Golf Shop and restaurant, your Player’s Club/
NCGA Membership card and much more; Associate Membership
offers reduced green fees, discounts and more; and Twilight
Membership for those who presser to play in afternoons.
Given all Bayonet Black Horse course facilities have to offer, all
golfers from beginners to scratch players will find it a paradise.
For more information, please call them at 831-899-7271 or visit:
www.bayonetblackhorse.com. 
Learn more about J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines and the Seven
Essentials for the Perfect Seven Oaks BBQ at www.jlohr.com.
Happy grilling! 
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Gabilan Chapter of Kinship
Center to Host 59th Annual
Wine and Food Tasting
This year’s annual party will take place on the Saturday after
Labor Day, September 12, 2015, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Food and
wine aficionados will travel to attend California’s oldest wine
tasting event, in a wonderful location, the Paicines Ranch in
south San Benito County. Featuring over 50 regional wineries
and restaurants, this outdoor event highlights the numerous
vistas and unparalleled beauty of that area.
Executive Chef Nino Munoz and General Manager Victor Espinoza
Re-Discover The Grower’s
Pub Steak House in
Old Town Salinas
Over the decades, this event has grown from one winery and
homemade hors d’oeuvres to one of the county’s largest cultural
events. All proceeds benefit Kinship Center foster and adoption
services in the county.
Participating wineries
include:
Alicats;
Calera; Casa de Fruta;
Fortino; GiaDomella;
Guerra; Hahn; Hecker
Pass; Idle Hour; J.
Lohr; Jayse; Pietra
Santa; Puma Road;
and Teague.
The Grower’s Pub Steak House is presenting a new era of finedining in Salinas and at the same time remaining true to its Old
West heritage and hometown values. New General Manager Victor
Espinoza and Executive Chef Nino Muñoz are re-united after 20
years, each working and studying in the peninsula’s world-class
restaurants during that time. Victor’s resume includes Anton &
Michel, Porta Bella and the Sardine Factory. Now, together at
the Grower’s Pub, they are committed to offering the very best
prime rib and steaks, seafood, salads, and service, in the city.
Paicines Ranch is
located 15 miles south
of Hollister, at 13388
Airline Highway in Paicines. Tickets are $50.00 each, and are
available for purchase online July 15th, at www.kinshipcenter.
org.
In this family friendly Old Town atmosphere, enjoy a menu with
variety to suit all tastes and budgets, an extensive wine list featuring award-winning local and California wines and a bar
lounge where they remember your name. The Grower’s Pub is
the place everyone is talking about. Victor and the staff serve a
meal to make you feel like the good ol’ days are back again.
Kinship Center in Salinas Schedules
Gala Pebble Beach Event
On September 26th, Kinship Center will celebrate 31 years
changing children’s lives at its annual White Party gala at the
beautiful Pebble Beach home of Patricia Garrett. The evening
will feature local restaurateurs, wineries, a hosted martini bar,
with silent and live auctions.
Only farm-fresh local produce and 100% Certified Angus Beef
are served. They are famous for their slow roasted Prime Rib.
The menu also features New York Steak, a flavor-filled Skirt
Steak, Salmon Filet, and Sautéed Shrimp. Other popular items
are Risotto, Fettucini Alfredo and Chicken Marsala. The Lunch
menu includes Prime Rib French Dip, Blackened Ahi Tuna
Salad, their popular Chicken Bacon Avocado Sandwich.
“The best happy hour in town” is featured Monday through
Friday, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. The Rodeo Room seats 82 people for
private receptions and dinners. It has a TV and projector for
presentations. Pre-selected menus and beverage packages are
available. The Pub also caters off site and presents special holiday dinners. And, there’s a Kid’s Menu! It’s located at 227
Monterey Street. Open daily, Monday through Thursday from
11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from
11:00 to 10:00, serving lunch and dinner, except lunch is not
served Saturday. Their website is www.growerspub.com. Call
831-754-1488. 
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The evening’s highlight will be a specially created dinner by
chefs Todd Fisher of Tarpy’s Roadhouse, Tony Baker of Montrio
Bistro, and Cy Yount, Rio Grill. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided
by Robbie’s Ocean Seafood Oyster Bar and Stonecreek Kitchen;
wines by Bernardus, Manzoni and Silvestri.
Funds raised will support Kinship Center’s mission of creating
safe, permanent families for children who have been abused,
abandoned or neglected. Each year Kinship Center provides
second chances for more than 1,500 children in crisis, and
counts on community support to help change children’s lives.
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For more information call 831-455-4723 or go to KinshipCenter.
org. Online ticket sales July 15, 2015. 
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New Beginnings for Ventana Estate Vineyard!
County at a special event held at the Jan De Luz Antiques in
Carmel Valley. Club members donated to the Food Bank and
drew for prizes of special Ventana, Pura and Sterten wines and
fine linens from Jan de Luz’s Carmel boutique. Food Bank Executive Director Melissa Kendrick said that almost $4,000 was
raised. Everyone enjoyed French-themed hors d’oeuvres, while
they strolled through the gallery and among the garden’s statuary
and fountains. They enjoyed current and new releases of Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir, Rubystone, Orange
Muscat, and brands Le Mistral and Pastiche.
After 20 years of operating a tasting
room in Monterey, Ventana Vineyards has consolidated its tastings,
tours, and direct sales at its Arroyo
Seco Estate Winery Tasting Room,
located on Los Coches Road at the
south end of the River Road Wine
Trail. Guests can enjoy Ventana’s
award-winning wines and mingle
with knowledgeable staff, all right
next to their beautiful vineyard.
The tasting room offers winery, cellar and vineyard tours, and opportuJessica Knott pours 2011 Le Mistral
nities to learn about wine with the
winemaker, cellar master, vineyard manager, and tasting room
staff. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch or purchase
wine-worthy fare upon arriving.
“This was the first club
event we held away from
our tasting room,” said
Randy Pura, managing
partner. “We are excited to
experiment with new venues, while supporting local
charities, and appreciate
our club members for their
loyalty to Ventana.”
Another “new beginning” is the creation of unique events that
will be presented through the Ventana Mobile Tasting Series.
They will feature wine, food, music, and entertainment and will
support the non-profit organizations with which Ventana has
partnered for decades.
Marilyn Ryan and Susan Spiegel view wine prizes
For information or to schedule a private tour or tasting, contact
Tasting Room and Wine Club Manager Carrie Naylor, at 831678-2306 or email her at [email protected]. Visit www.
ventanawines.com for directions to the winery. 
For example, on Saturday, April 18th, Ventana Wine Club members and guests rallied to support the Food Bank for Monterey
Thermo King of Salinas Honored as the
2014 Western Region Dealer of the Year!
2014 was a banner year for Thermo King of Salinas, and now, for the first time, the company has been
named the Thermo King Western Region Dealer of the Year! Located in the “salad bowl of the world,”
their 15-person shop is also celebrating 50 years of excellent service to our area.
“We deal with lots of growers and shippers,” explained Alvin Trentelman, the owner since 1986 and a 40
year dealership veteran. “Most of them work here during the April through November growing season. In
the past, produce went to Yuma, Arizona, for processing and packaging, but recently it has started to come
back here for re-packaging due to the popularity of bagged lettuce.”
Alvin Trentelman
The evolving market change has brought new opportunities for Thermo King of Salinas to partner with
growers and shippers on food safety. Working with his district team, Alvin has developed specific OptiSet settings for customer products that yield tighter temperature control and longer shelf life. “We’ve been working on food safety education for quite some time.
The updated software is helping customers maintain consistent temperatures and yield one to three extra days of product life, which
improves profits considerably,” Alvin explained.
Thermo King’s trailers are used for many refrigeration storage purposes: red wine fermentation; cut flower and bulb storage; temperature
sensitive chemical storage; seed and shelf life testing and other uses that require a controlled temperature range from -20 degrees to 90
degrees. Wineries use the units to properly control temperature for vines they are planning to graft. And, during the fall harvest season units are used to store grapes and apples when they require temporary or long term cold storage.
Thermo King of Salinas is proud of its reputation for taking care of customers, providing “Pit Stop” service and staged trailer parking,
regular training and consultation for customers, and is an active DAC participant, so it can be the voice of the customer. Located at
1 Elvee Circle, their phone number is 831-422-5792. 
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Carmel Ridge Named “Best of Monterey”
Carmel Ridge Winery has been honored once again. The winery recently received the
“Best of Monterey Award” in the wineries category from the Monterey Award Program.
“We’re delighted that our winery and tasting room were selected for this award,” said
owner Paul Stokes. “We’ll certainly continue to produce the wine and the services that
brought this recognition.” The Carmel Ridge tasting room is a favorite destination for
local and visiting wine lovers. It’s situated in the heart of Cannery Row, near great shops
and restaurants, with an unsurpassed view of nearby Monterey Bay. The tasting room
reflects the intriguing qualities of Carmel Ridge wines that are grown in vineyards high
in the hills of Carmel Valley. “The Hidden Hills Vineyard is home to our award-winning
Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and the Phoenix is planted in Pinot Noir and Cabernet
Sauvignon. Also try our superb Syrah Moscato and Cabernet blend,” said Paul. “Come in
and get acquainted. The view and the wines are truly remarkable and we have live music
on Friday and Saturday from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.” The tasting room is at 700 Cannery Row
between Sly McFly’s and the Fish Hopper. Open daily noon ’til late. Dogs welcome, too.
Call 831-324-0035.
Santa Lucia Highland’s Names Stefani Chaney
“Volunteer of the Year”
The Santa Lucia Highlands Wine Artisans announced their
first-ever “Volunteer of the Year” recognition at their Gala
held in May. And the recipient was Stefani Chaney, the
hospitality director for Scheid Vineyards in Greenfield.
This is the Josh Lee Award, created to honor the memory of
Mr. Lee’s positive attitude and hardworking support of the
SLH Wine Artisans and their events. It will be given annually to the individual who donates freely of their own time
and expertise to further the goals of the association. In
presenting the award, SLH Board President Gary Franscioni
cited Ms. Chaney’s efforts in promoting their organization.
“She has generously provided her time and knowledge and
brought in local industry and restaurant partners to add
significant value to our promotional outreach. She has helped make our events successful,
reflecting our association’s values and the quality of our wines. Stefani is truly one of our
most important ambassadors.” Created in 2005, the SLH Wine Artisans is an association
of vineyards and wineries that grow grapes in the Santa Lucia Highlands or use the appellation’s fruit to craft their vintage releases. Their website is www.santaluciahighlands.com
Higuera Family Back at Carmel Valley Market
Here’s news that has families in Carmel Valley Village jumping for joy. The Higuera family is back managing the operations of Carmel Valley Market, the community’s favorite
grocery store. “We’re here and ready to serve you,” said store manager Gary Higuera. His
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family is recognized around the Peninsula for the quality
foods and friendly, attentive service they provide at the
Grove Market in Pacific Grove. “Starting now, you’ll experience this same courteous attention from every one of us
here at Camel Valley Market,” Gary said. “Come in and
find fresher vegetables, top-quality meats and lower prices
on hundreds of items throughout the store. We have your
favorite local wines, great imported beers, and super sandwiches from the deli and butcher counter. Enjoy a cup of
coffee and something from our bakery while you relax at
one of our outdoor tables.” The Carmel Valley Market is at
2 Chambers Lane in the center of The Village and open
Monday-Friday 6:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m.7:00 p.m., and Sunday 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Got questions? Call Gary at 831-659-2472.
Order Giftware from Pacific Etched Glass
Tasting room managers and shop keepers can find the perfect merchandise for their wine tasting rooms, hotel gift shops or for corporate
events in the on-line catalog of Pacific Etched Glass. Founded in
1977, this inventive company offers a full spectrum of engraved
awards, plaques, trophies and gifts. “We are a leading supplier of
engraved logo glassware, barware, and souvenirs to gift stores at major
hotels and resorts. Our etched coffee mugs, wine glasses, shot glasses,
paperweights and desk accessories are featured at some of the most
prestigious hotels, resorts, spas and museum stores throughout the
United States and abroad,” said Larry Hirst, company president. “In
addition, we offer a great selection of golf trophies ideal for golf events of all kinds — from
corporate and charity golf outings to major PGA tournaments. Our golf-themed barware
and glassware make excellent gifts or prizes and our crystal trophies are priced to fit all
budgets. Look us up at www.PacificGlass.com or come by the showroom at 2046 Sunset
Drive in Pacific Grove.”
Carmel Valley ’s
Premi um Cabernets
Visit our intimate Tasting Room
sampling our premium artisan wines:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc,
and our signature blend Cheval Rouge
Open Daily: 12:00 to 5:00 pm
Valley Hills Center
7156 Carmel Valley Road – 3.2 miles off Hwy 1
Tasting Room: 831-625-5040
Winery: 831-659-7563
www.boetewinery.com
Village Stores Celebrate Anniversary
This past May, Randi Andrews and Linda
Jacobs realized that they had a something to
celebrate. A year earlier, the two had moved
their respective businesses, Avant Garden &
Home and Casa del Soul, adjacent to one
another in the same building at the corner of
Del Fino Place and Pilot Road in Carmel Valley
Village. The move was a success, artistically,
emotionally and economically. So...time for a
party! And it seems like just about everyone in
The Village came to participate. Attendance
overflowed into the delightful garden that surrounds both stores as guests enjoyed an afternoon of fabulous food, wine and beer while
entertained by the amazingly talented Franklin
Street Voices. When asked why they enjoy shopping at both Avant Garden & Home and
Casa Del Soul, the common reply was, “Because there’s something for everyone...home
décor, garden, gifts, women’s apparel, shoes and so much more. One shop just flows into
the other.” Both are open daily 10:00-5:00 p.m.
taste our estate grown & handcrafted
coastal pinot noir and chardonnay
VISIT US AT OUR TASTING ROOM
IN DOWNTOWN CARMEL-by-the-SEA
7th & MISSION
we are located at court of the fountains
on mission between ocean ave and seventh
831-402-8992
WWW.ALBATROSSRIDGE.COM
“DOGS WELCOME”
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Hunter Hill Releases Estate Chardonnay
Rocky
Says
“Drink
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CHOCK ROCK VINEYARD
Tasting Room:
1 Del Fino Place, Carmel Valley
831-659-7625 (ROCK)
www.chockrock.com
Open Mon. 1-5 & Thurs-Sun 11:30-5
Hunter Hill Vineyard and Winery, in Soquel,
has announced the release of their very first
estate-grown Chardonnay. This first vintage
was harvested from newly grafted vines in their
vineyards, located in the Santa Cruz Mountains,
at an elevation of 800 feet. The Estate
Chardonnay was fermented and aged in stainless steel resulting in a zesty, vibrant wine
exhibiting green apple, Meyer lemon, pineapple and slight caramel flavors. The alcohol
percentage is 12.8 and the wine will pair well
with seafood, chicken or soft cheeses, or can be enjoyed by itself — perfect for the warm
days of summer. Hunter Hill has a limited production of this wine, with only 56 cases from
this first vintage. It is available to taste and purchase for $40.00 only at the winery. The
winery tasting rooms is open Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at 7099 Glen
Haven Road above Soquel. For more information and news about all of the superb Hunter
Hill wines, visit: www.hunterhillwines.com, or call 831-465-9294.
Live Like a Greek for Three Days in Santa Cruz
Enjoy food, music and spirits at
the 34th Annual Santa Cruz
Greek Festival, Friday through
Sunday, September 11th-13th.
You’ll have no trouble finding the
festival. Just follow your nose as
the air will be filled with the
aroma of barbecue and meats
roasting, moussaka, souvlaki,
roasted lamb shanks, gyro, calamari, pastitsio and other savory
dishes. Shop the Greek agora,
featuring ethnic jewelry, pottery,
clothing and food items. Greek
dancers dressed in traditional costumes will perform a variety of dances that have been
handed down for hundreds of years. Come see why the Santa Cruz Greek Festival was
voted “Best Street Festival” in Santa Cruz County. Presented by the Prophet Elias Greek
Orthodox Church at 223 Church Street, between Church and Center Streets, in downtown Santa Cruz. Call 831-429-6500 for info.
Taste Morgan Welcomes Melissa Askew
Melissa Askew began her “wine career” in 1994, when she
stomped her first grapes at the age of three. With a father
being a local winemaker based in Carmel Valley, Melissa
grew up surrounded by a passion for wine. Her experiences have given her invaluable knowledge about wines
of the region. She began pursuing a serious career in the
wine industry four years ago, after studying abroad in
Tuscany generated an increased interest in the art of wine
making. Melissa’s background in the service industry will
guarantee a pleasant, fun tasting experience at Taste
Morgan, located in Carmel’s Crossroads. Continuing her
education, Melissa is currently earning her Bachelor’s
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Degree in Human Communication at Cal State Monterey Bay. “I’m excited to join
Morgan,” Melissa exclaims, “a winery which is committed to producing great wines, synonymous with artisan, vineyard-centric varietals.” “Taste Morgan is delighted to have
Melissa as the newest member of our tasting room team,” says Manager Deborah Canepa.
“She is gracious, friendly, fun and possesses considerable knowledge of the wines in our
region and abroad. She is a huge asset to the experienced staff and with her family wine
background, brings a new dimension and enjoyable perspective to your wine tasting experience. Please stop by to welcome Melissa and let her share her stories and expertise with
you.” Taste Morgan is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Will Bullas: Master of “the Fine Art of Fun”
Will Bullas, the prankster painter whose work decorates the cover of Wine & Travel, was
born in Ohio in 1949 and raised in the Southwest. He was attending Arizona State
University on a scholarship and majoring in art and drama when he was drafted and
served in Vietnam. After returning from combat duty, Will took up art studies at the
Brooks Institute of Fine Arts in Santa Barbara where he studied with master painter, Ray
Strong. It was there that he met his wife Claudia, who also is an artist.
Will is a signature member of the American Watercolor Society, the National Watercolor
Society, and was elected to membership with the Knickerbocker Artists of New York in
1986. He is a past president and continuing member of our local Carmel Art Association,
where he serves on the Board of Directors. Will has exhibited twice at the National
Academy of Design in New York. In 2007 he received the Mario Cooper and Dale Meyers
Medal from the American Watercolor Society for his contributions to watercolor.
As you can see from our cover, Will Bullas makes fine art fun as he combines awardwinning artistic skills with a hilarious point of view. Tune in to Will’s website at www.
willbullas.com and prepare yourself for a visit with antic artistry. You’re about to meet
disguised ducks, porcine
gunslingers, and other
riotous wildlife for a
most delightful trip
through the amazing
brain and artistic brilliance of Will Bullas.
We’re proud to have his
work on the cover of
Wine & Travel and to
have him as a neighbor
in Monterey County. 
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Concours/Historic Race Week
13th Annual
Tuesday, AUGUST 11 10am-6pm
Wednesday, AUGUST 12 10am-6pm
Cima Collina 4th Anniversary Party
Sunday, July 12, 2-5 pm
Tasting Room, Carmel Valley Village
831-620-0645 www.cimacollina.com
The largest automobilia show
in America and the only time
to find these 44+ top
international dealers
in a single venue.
Enjoy the relaxed indoor setting while buying
only original vintage posters, photographs,
badges & pins, rallye plates, hood ornaments,
signs, original art, scale models, literature
& books, signed items, postcards, etc.
ON PREMISES PACK & SHIP FACILITIES
Embassy Suites-Main Ballroom – Free Parking
Easy access • US 1 & Rte 218 just north
of Hwy 68
AutomobiliaMonterey.com
Vision Quest Ranch
Safari Bed & Breakfast
A touch of Africa in Monterey
Romantic canvas-walled bungalows
appointed with all the comforts
of a high-end hotel suite.
Public and private wild
animal experiences
minutes from Monterey,
Carmel and Pebble Beach. Over
100 wild and exotic animals and
a non-profit Elephant Sanctuary.
Pleasant Valley Wine & Food
Extravaganza
Saturday, July 18
Lester Family Vineyards, Aptos
831-288-0074 www.pvvines.com
Santa Cruz Mountains
Passport Weekend
Saturday, July 18
Participating wineries and restaurants.
831-685-8463 www.scmwa.com
Moss Landing Antique Street Fair,
45th Annual
Sunday, July 26
Moss Landing 831-633-4501
www.mosslandingchamber.com
Tasting Under the Redwoods
Benefitting Valley Churches
United Missions
Sunday, August 9, 1-5 pm
Roaring Camp Bret Hall, Felton
Tickets & Info www.Eventbrite.com.
Automobilia Monterey
International Expo
Tuesday-Wednesday, August 11-12
Embassy Suites, Seaside
831-659-1551
www.automobiliamonterey.com
Concorso Italiano
Saturday, August 15
Black Horse Golf Course
425-742-0632 www.concorso.com
Monterey Motorsports Reunion,
41st Annual
Friday-Sunday, August 13-16
Mazda Raceway at Laguna Seca, Monterey
800-327-7322 www.laguna-seca.com
Ferrari Benefit, 4th Annual
Saturday, August 15
The Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel
831-624-8886 www.thebarnyard.com
Guglielmo Winery Harvest Festival,
24th Annual
Saturday, August 15
Morgan Hill
408-779-2145 www.guglielmowinery.com
Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival,
16th Annual
Saturday-Sunday, August 15-16
Skypark, Scotts Valley 831-438-1010
www.scottsvalleychamber.com
Wine Stroll & Silent Auction
to Benefit Bill Wilson Center
Saturday, August 29, 5-7 pm
Santana Row, www.santarow.com
Kinship Center Wine & Food Tasting,
59th Annual
Saturday, September 12
Gabilan Chapter, Paicines Ranch
831-634-0238 www.kinshipcenter.org
(800) 228-7382
Greek Festival, Santa Cruz
Friday-Sunday, September 11-13
Center & Church Streets, Santa Cruz
www.livelikeagreek.com
www.visionquestranch.com
Swank Farms Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch
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Guglielmo 90th Anniversary Gala
Morgan Hill
408-779-2145 www.guglielmowinery.com
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Loma Prieta Anniversary Party
Saturday-Sunday, September 12-13
Loma Prieta Winery,
Santa Cruz Mountains 408-353-2950
www.lomaprientawinery.com
Capitola Art & Wine Festival,
33rd Annual
Saturday-Sunday, September 12-13
Esplanade, Downtown Capitola
831-475-6522 www.capitolsachamber.com
Kinship Center White Party Gala
Pebble Beach
831-455-4723 www.kinshipcenter.org
A Taste of Carmel, 27th Annual
Thursday, October 1
Carmel Mission & Museum
831-624-2522 www.carmelcalifornia.org
Swank Farms Corn Maze
& Pumpkin Patch, 16th Annual
Friday, October 2 - Saturday, October 31
10-6 Daily, Weekend Nights
2600 San Felipe Road, Hollister
831-637-4704 www.swankfarms.com
Summit Wineries Harvest Festival
Santa Cruz Mountains Summit Wineries
Saturday-Sunday, October 3-4
www.thesummitwinries.com
Monterey Bay Oktoberfest, 5th Annual
Saturday-Sunday, October 3-4
Monterey County Fairgrounds
831-626-3779
www.oktoberfestmontereybay.com
Salinas Valley Food & Wine
Kick-Off Mixer
Friday, October 8, 5 pm
www.SalinasValleyFoodAndWine.com
Steamin’ Hot Cars & Coffee Show
Sunday, October 11
Moss Landing
831-632-2077 www.steaminhotcoffee.com
Salinas Valley Food & Wine
Street Festival
Friday, October 17, 12-5 pm
Oldtown Salinas
www.SalinasValleyFoodAndWine.com
San Benito Olive Festival, 3rd Annual
Saturday, October 17
Bolado Park, Tres Pinos 888-503-3383
www.sanbenitoolivefestival.com
The Barnyard Ferrari Event
Wine Harvest Dinner
Friday, October 16
Cabrillo College Culinary Arts
& Wine Program, Aptos
831-685-8463 www.scmwa
Paso Robles Harvest Wine Weekend
Friday thru Sunday, October 16-18
Participating Wineries
800-549-9463 www.pasowine.com
Big Sur Food & Wine Festival
Thursday-Saturday, November 5-7
Various Venues in Big Sur
831-667-0800 www.bigsurfoodandwine.org
Carmel Valley Olive Oil Harvest Festival
2nd Annual
Saturday, November 7, 11-5 pm
The Quail & Olive, Carmel Valley Village
831-659-4288 www.QuailandOlive.com
Cima Collina Harvest Party
Saturday, November 7, 12-3 pm
Tasting Room, Carmel Valley Village
831-620-0645 www.cimacollina.com
Mission San Antonio Evening in the
Garden Wine Tasting
Saturday, November 1
Jolon 831-385-4478
www.missionsanantonio.net
Santa Cruz Sea Glass Festival, 7th
Annual
Saturday & Sunday, November 7 & 8
Cocoanut Grove, Santa Cruz Boardwalk
www.santacruzseaglass.com
TASTING UNDER
THE REDWOODS
Sunday
August 9, 1-5 p.m.
Roaring Camp’s Bret Harte Hall, Felton
FOOD • WINE • BEER • LIVE JAZZ
SILENT AUCTION • FREE PARKING
An “Over 21” Event — I.D. Required
Enjoy “bites” and “sips” from
local restaurants, confectioners
wineries and breweries.
Music by Soul Doubt
$40 tickets on sale at Eventbrite.com
$45 on day of event.
Proceeds benefit the non-profit
Valley Churches United Missions.
Wineries of Santa Clara County
Passport Weekend
Saturday & Sunday, November 7 & 8
Participating Wineries
408-842-6436 www.santaclarawines.com
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Costanoa Lodge and Camp
2001 Rossi Road, Pescadero, CA 94060
650-879-1100 • www.costanoa.com
PACIFIC GARDENS INN in pacific grove
An eclectic array of Bay Area Certified Green Lodging options. 40 beautiful lodge rooms,
some with fireplaces, deep soaking tubs, and private decks. Also, handsomely furnished
cabins with porch swings, stunning views. 70 Tent Bungalows with hard floors and canvas
ceilings and walls to light up the imagination of the reluctant camper. In addition, a full
service RV campground with 50 amp pedestals, water, and cable TV. Group camp sites also
available and sites specifically reserved for pitch-your-own tent style camping. Wireless
Internet available throughout the property. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served daily in
Cascade Restaurant. Complete catering available. On-site general store, open daily. Rates
from $95-$379.
701 Asilomar Boulevard, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
831-646-9414, 800-262-1566 • www.pacificgardensinn.com
28 spacious view rooms, all non-smoking. True Bed & Breakfast. Rates $122-$230. Special rates
available. A short walk to magnificent Asilomar Beach and Pacific Ocean. Bike and walking paths,
jogging trails. Complimentary continental breakfast; wine & cheese in evenings. Rooms feature
refrigerators, popcorn poppers and popcorn, coffeemakers, telephones, cable TV. Most have fireplaces. Enjoy two outdoor Jacuzzis, wireless access, DVD library and player. Conference center with
board room atmosphere for up to 20 for meetings or parties. Free parking. Laundry facility. Pet
friendly. Named “Best Hotel in Pacific Grove.”
Lighthouse Lodge & Cottages
salinas-Monterey KOA Kottages
1150 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
831-655-2111 • 800-858-1249
www.lighthouselodgecottages.com
8710 Prunedale North Road, Salinas, CA 93907
831-663-2886 • www.reynoldsresorts.com
Voted best accommodations in Pacific Grove for 2012, charming, unique property that can
create an oasis for all guests. 95 guest rooms, multiple meeting spaces, fantastic amenities
and top customer service. Staff takes pride in creating the most memorable, relaxing
experience that will insure guests want to return for years to come. Complimentary parking,
inclusive breakfast and evening dining. Property is pet friendly, heated pool & hot tub,
non-smoking, mini-refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, fireplaces, wireless Internet.
Rates from $159-$339. Room renovation just completed! Ask about special rates and
packages available.
Beautifully landscaped spacious park has swimming pool, club house, children’s playground
and small C-store. Close to restaurants and supermarkets. Easy access of Highway 101. 21
newly renovated Kottages, all non-smoking. Two with fireplace and entertainment center.
French entry doors and plush baths in each Kottage. All have cable TVs, kitchens, microwaves, refrigerators and decks and free unlimited Wi-Fi. Price range from $105-$132.
Tickle Pink INN
155 Highlands Drive, Carmel Highlands, CA 93923 off Hwy 1
831-624-1244 • 866-723-1418 • www.ticklepinkinn.com
Sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean are the highlight of this romantic hillside inn that
stands at the gateway to Big Sur. Offering spacious accommodations, most with balconies,
some with fireplaces. 30 one bedroom units, some with whirlpools, plus 4 suites, and 1
cottage. Cozy European bedding with goose down comforters and fluffy pillows. Video
library, CD players, irons, hair dryers. Complimentary evening reception featuring Monterey
County wines, an assortment of cheeses, breads and fruits. Free expanded continental
breakfast, newspapers. Rates $299-$569.
VENDANGE CARMEL INN & SUITES
24815 Carpenter St., Carmel, CA 93923
831-624-6400 • www.vendangecarmel.com
In the artisan village of Carmel-by-the-Sea, Vendange is Carmel’s first wine-themed inn and
also the first in Monterey County. It descends from a strong heritage of wine, providing a
romantic ambiance of luxuriousness and charm. 18 newly renovated, unique guest rooms
and suites, each named after a local winery, giving guests the opportunity to learn more
about the area’s premium wines. The wineries design the rooms in their own creative manner, providing guests a memorable and fun experience. Rooms are brand new, with plastered walls, marble from Spain, and double memory foam beds. A non-smoking property,
with HDTV, complimentary high-speed Internet and expanded continental breakfast. Rates
from $150-350. Ask about special rates/packages.
VISION QUEST RANCH Safari Bed & Breakfast
Photo by Richard L. Hughett
400 River Road, Salinas, CA 93908
831-455-1901, 800-228-7382 • www.visionquestranch.com
African tent-styled bungalows creatively decorated and equipped with comfortable furniture
and bathroom facilities. Rates are from $175-$300 double occupancy. Special discounts are
available for those wishing to purchase VIP Tour or “Walk with the Animals” packages. An
overnight experience you’ll find nowhere else (other than Africa).
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Albatross Ridge on Mission
Unique features: Located in the heart of downtown Carmel in the charming Court of the Fountains. Enjoy
the elegant and rustic modern interior with 19th century barn wood walls and a custom wine bar built with
‘Carmel stone’ from the estate vineyard. Beautiful pictures of the vineyard are displayed along the walls to
complete the authentic experience.
Wine portfolio: Estate grown, handcrafted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the vineyard in mid Carmel Valley,
only seven miles from downtown Carmel and the Pacific Ocean. Organic and sustainable farming practices and
use of native yeasts in the winemaking create complex and balanced wines. Two Pinot Noirs, one Chardonnay
Cassia Bowlus
and a Pinot Noir Rosé round out the tasting flight. Tasting Fee is waived with purchase of two bottles.
Directions: Located inside the Court of the Fountains on Mission St. between Ocean Ave. and 7th, across from
Carmel Plaza and next door to Lula’s Chocolates.
Hours: Open Daily and check for seasonal hours. Private
tastings and groups by appointment. Dogs welcome.
Court of the Fountains, Mission btwn. Ocean and 7th
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
831-402-8992 | www.albatrossridge.com
Blair Estate Wines on San Carlos
Unique features: This boutique vintner has brought his artisan, estate-grown Burgundian-style wines from the
Arroyo Seco Appellation of Monterey County to a delightful, artistically designed tasting room in downtown
Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Wine portfolio: Estate Pinot Noir from Delfina’s Vineyard, Pinot Gris from Meador and Chardonnay from Roger
Rose Vineyard, each of which is in the Arroyo Seco Appellation.
Directions: From Hwy 1, take Ocean Avenue into downtown Carmel. Turn left on San Carlos. The Paseo
Courtyard will be on your right mid-way down the first block.
Hours: Daily 11-7. Check for seasonal.hours.
Paseo Courtyard, San Carlos btwn. Ocean & 7th
831-625-WINE (9463) | www.blairwines.com
Manzoni Cellars on San Carlos
Unique features: Manzoni Vineyards invites you to relax in their delightful tasting room in downtown
Carmel-by-the-Sea offering the opportunity to enjoy award-winning, artisan wines from the Santa Lucia
Highlands of Monterey County.
Wine portfolio: Home vineyard Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Pinot Gris, Zinfandel and Bella Vino Port.
Directions: From Hwy 1, take Ocean Avenue into downtown Carmel. Turn left on San Carlos. The Paseo
Courtyard is on the right in the first block.
Hours: Sun-Thu 11-6, Fri & Sat 11-7. Dogs welcome.
Paseo Courtyard, San Carlos btwn. Ocean and 7th
831-620-6541 | www.manzoniwines.com
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Puma Road in Downtown Carmel
Unique features: Ray Franscioni has brought his Puma Road Wines from the Santa Lucia Highlands, Gavilan
Hills, and Paicines AVA to the charming Tuck Box, offering wine by the glass and flights in the patio and
restaurant in the afternoon and evening. Enjoy SLH Burgundies and Paicines Bordeaux.
Wine portfolio: All Puma Road wines are 100% estate grown and bottled and feature 2011 and 2012
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris as well as a full line of single varietal Bordeaux and unique blends.
Directions: From Hwy in Carmel go west on Ocean Avenue into downtown. At Dolores, turn left. The tasting
room is on the left about 2/3rd of a block south.
Hours: Fri-Sat 2:30-8, Sun-Thu 2:30-7.
On Dolores btwn. Ocean and 7th in downtown Carmel
831-622-7000 | www.pumaroad.com
Lauren Pacheco,
Christina Keller
and Katie Elkin
Scheid Vineyards on San Carlos
Wine portfolio: Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Muscato, Late
Harvest Riesling, Sangiovese, Triple Layer White and Red, Albariño, Grenache Blanc, Odd Lot White and
Red, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, and Grenache. Along with nine reserve
wines which include a series of four Pinot Noirs.
Directions: From Hwy. 1, take Ocean Avenue into downtown Carmel. Turn left on San Carlos and go to 7th.
Hours: Sun-Thu 12-7; Fri & Sat 12-8.
Scott Tidd
Facilities: Selection of educational classes, such as a Hands-On Blending
Workshop. Private dinners and events
for up to 30 people.
San Carlos at 7th, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
831-626-WINE (9463) | www.scheidvineyards.com
Silvestri Vineyards on 7th Avenue
Unique features: Experience the feeling of “home” at the Silvestri Vineyards tasting room in downtown
Carmel-by-the-Sea. Famed film composer Alan Silvestri and his wife Sandra invite you to come in and
taste their handcrafted estate grown, produced and bottled wines from their vineyard in Carmel Valley.
Wine portfolio: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah and small lots of Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Rosé, Barbera and
Meritage blend.
Directions: From Hwy 1, go west on Ocean Avenue. On 7th Avenue between San Carlos and Dolores in
Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Hours: Daily 12-7.
7th Avenue btwn. Dolores and San Carlos, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
831-625-0111 | www.silvestrivineyards.com
Sandra and
Alan Silvestri
Windy Oaks Estate on Dolores
Unique features: Windy Oaks invites you to their new tasting room in Carmel-by-the-Sea, nestled in a flowerbedecked courtyard — the exquisite zinc bar is reminiscent of Parisian bistros, and the leather couch, comfy
side chairs, and beautiful Oriental carpets make you feel as if you’re in someone’s tasteful home.
Oil paintings by a well-known local artist complete the feeling of stepping into a private living room.
Wine portfolio: Estate Pinot Noirs, Rosé and Syrah; non-estate Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Unoaked
Chardonnay, and a Red Rhone blend from select vineyards in the Monterey and Santa Cruz Mountain
appellations.
Directions: From Hwy 1, take Ocean Ave. into downtown Carmel. Windy Oaks is located one-and-a-half
blocks north of Ocean, between Dolores and Lincoln, and 5th and 6th, across from the Jack London Pub in
Su Vecino Court.
Hours: Mon, Tue & Thu 2-6; Fri-Sun 12-7, closed Wed; check for seasonal hours.
James, Judy and Jim Schultze,
with Nicci Vaiarello (2nd from right)
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Su Vecino Ct., Dolores btwn. 5th & 6th, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
831-574-3135 | www.windyoaksestate.com
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Wine Tasting Rooms
Wrath at Carmel Plaza
Unique features: In addition to its tasting room at the winery in the Salinas Valley, Wrath offers this
charming tasting room conveniently located in the Carmel Plaza Shopping Center in downtown Carmel.
Here select Wrath wines are available for tasting without an appointment.
Wine portfolio: Site-driven Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and Sauvignon Blanc from their estate vineyard and respected properties in the Santa Lucia Highlands. A varying selection of Wrath wines are
available for tasting daily as well as customized wine tastings (by appointment). Tasting fee is waived
with purchase… see Wrath’s website for details.
Directions: Exit Hwy 1 onto Ocean Ave and continue downhill to Mission. Carmel Plaza is on the
left. Tasting room is next to The Cheese Shop.
Carmel Plaza, Ocean and Mission Street,
Carmel, CA 93921
831-620-1909 | www.wrathwines.com
Chris Whaley
Hours: Mon-Sat 11-6; Sun 11-5.
CARMEL VALLEY
Bernardus Vineyards in Carmel Valley Village
Wine portfolio: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Marinus Estate Bordeaux-style red.
Also featuring vineyard-designate selections of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and
late-harvest, single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc dessert wine from Griva Vineyards.
Directions: 11.5 miles east of Hwy 1 on Carmel Valley Road.
Hours: Sun-Thu 11-5; Fri-Sat 11-6.
Facilities: Outdoor patio, indoor lounge, signature tasting room.
Special Events: Please ask about their wine club and visit their website for special sales.
Philip Carruthers
and Chelsey Hirtzer
5 West Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-298-8021 | www.bernardus.com
Boekenoogen Winery in Carmel Valley Village
Wine portfolio: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah from the estate vineyard in the Santa Lucia
Highlands, along with Syrah, Petite Sirah, Viognier and Zinfandel from the Bell Ranch estate
vineyard in Carmel Valley.
Directions: Take Carmel Valley Road east past Laureles Grade to the west entrance of Carmel
Valley Village. Located at 24 W. Carmel Valley Road just past Village Drive.
Hours: Daily 11-5.
Facilities: Friendly ranch-style interior with lovely garden patio. The tasting room and the
winery are both available for weddings, parties and group events by appointment.
24 W. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-4215 | www.boekenoogenwines.com
Elizabeth
Rosatelli, Holly
Boekenoogen
and Amanda
Vanover
Boëté Winery at Valley Hills
Unique features: Get acquainted with members of the Saunders family while you enjoy the warm and
intimate atmosphere of the tasting room or relax in the shaded deck area just outside.
Wine portfolio: 100% estate grown artisan wines from the Saunders Vineyard: Cabernet Sauvignon,
Cabernet Franc, and Cheval Rouge, Saunders’ signature blend. Boëté has a yearly production of less
than 1,500 cases.
Directions: From Hwy 1 in Carmel, go east on Carmel Valley Road 3.2 miles to Carmel Valley Hills
Center, just past Quail Lodge Resort.
Hours: Daily 12-5. Call for private and group tastings.
7156 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-625-5040 | Winery 659-7563
www.boetewinery.com
Jesse Saunders
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Bunter Spring Winery in Carmel Valley Village
NEW
Unique features: Founded in a Napa garage in 2008, Bunter Spring Winery is the newest tasting room in
Carmel Valley Village. “We strive to make wines that are delicious, interesting and unique,” said Mark
Bunter, owner/winemaker. “We’re convinced that wine is more interesting and has more character the less
it is manipulated. Come in, get acquainted, and see if you don’t agree.” People friendly and dog friendly,
too, they share the room with Mica Rass of Myka Cellars.
Wine portfolio: Featuring wines from Monterey, Napa, and Sonoma County. Turn on with “Hippie Syrah”made from organic grapes and no added sulfite. Tune up with the “Garagitage” Cabernet blend. Take it easy
with some classic Pinot Noir. “And if you got oysters, we got the perfect Sauvignon Blanc.”
Directions: From Hwy 1 in Carmel, go east on Carmel Valley Road 11 miles to Del Fino Place in Carmel
Valley Village. Turn left. Bunter Spring is next door to the Idle Hour tasting room in the Cerezo Building
on the right.
Margaret Spring
and Mark Bunter
9 Del Fino Place, Ste. 102, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
202-744-1343 | www.bunterspringwinery.com
Hours: Fri-Sun 12-6.
Chock Rock in Carmel Valley Village
Unique features: Chock Rock Vineyard was established in 2006 by veteran winemaker Dan Karlsen and his
wife, Kathleen. The wines of Chock Rock are made at their estate winery secluded high in the Santa Lucia
Mountains at the farthest reaches of the Carmel Valley. Great fruit from unique sites coupled with 33 years of
winemaking experience ensure quality. The Karlsen family invites you to visit and sample their wines.
Wine portfolio: Estate Pinot Noir, Estate Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay, Chalone Syrah,
Arroy Seco Syrah & Limited production Santa Lucia Highlands Riesling, Chalone Pinot Blanc.
Malia Aldrich,
Directions:
From Hwy in Carmel, go east on Carmel Valley Road 11 miles to Del Fino Place in Carmel Valley
Kathleen
Village. Turn left, the tasting room is on the right.
Karlsen and
Carli Livesey. Hours: Fri-Sun 12-5.
1 Del Fino Place, Carmel Valley Village, CA 93924
831-659-7625 (ROCK) | www.chockrockvineyard.com
Cima Collina in Carmel Valley Village
Unique features: This winery was founded by Richard Lumpkin in 2004. Winemaker and Operations Officer
Annette Hoff Danzer sources fruit exclusively from prime Monterey County vineyards. She and her crew
produce hand-crafted, artisan wines that reflect their sense of origin. The tasting room in Carmel Valley
Village is located in the historic cottage that was originally the home of Del Monte Dairy.
Wine portfolio: The winery produces 3,500 cases annually of vineyard designated Pinot Noir, Chardonnay,
Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris and Cabernet blends. The 3-acre Hilltop Ranch estate vineyard is
located less than a mile to the east of the tasting room and grows organically farmed Pinot Noir and Pinot
Gris.
Jane Beery
Directions: From Hwy 1 in Carmel, go east on Carmel Valley Road 12 miles. The tasting room is in White
Oaks Plaza on the right.
Hours: Daily 12-6. Also available for
private parties.
19A East Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-620-0645 | www.cimacollina.com
Coastview Vineyard in Carmel Valley Village
Unique features: Their new tasting room is very inviting and relaxing. With a Steampunk/industrial theme, it
is the perfect atmosphere to taste some of their estate wines. Try on some goggles and a fun hat and if you are
lucky Scarlet, the Labradoodle, will greet you at the door. Yes, they are dog friendly!
Wine portfolio: Chardonnay, Syrah, Bordeaux “SA Andree,” the newly released Pinot Noir and Rosé of
Syrah. Port to be released in winter.
Lori Keys
Curtis and
Scarlet
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Directions: From Hwy 1, take Carmel Valley Road east 12 miles. At the end of Carmel Valley Village on the
right in White Oaks Plaza.
Hours: Daily 12-5.
Special Events: Monthly
wine events and group
events. Call for details.
19 East Carmel Valley Road, Suite H, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-298-7521 | www.facebook.com/coastviewvineyard
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Have Mercy in Carmel Valley Village
Unique features: Mercy wines hail from the riverbed portion of the Arroyo Seco AVA. Vintners Mark Dirickson
and Mike Kohne are industry veterans who focus on small-lot bottlings from three contiguous, rocky vineyard
sites in the region. The wines are cared for by renowned winemaker Alan Phillips who employs traditional,
hands-on vinification which showcases the elegant and distinctive spirit of the vineyards and appellation.
Wine portfolio: Mercy makes multiple Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays as well as Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah.
The tasting room showcases six or seven of these, including single vineyard wines from Cedar Lane, Griva
and Zabala vineyards.
Directions: From Hwy 1 in Carmel, go east on Carmel Valley Road 12 miles. The tasting room is on
the right adjacent to the Chevron Station. From Hwy 68, take Laureles Grade to Carmel Valley
Road, turn left and go two miles.
40 W Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-4321 | www.mercywines.com
Hours: Thu-Sun11:30-4:30
Mark Dirickson and Mike Kohne
Idle Hour in Carmel Valley Village
Unique features: Idle Hour Winery began producing small-lot, single-vineyard designated wines from San
Benito and Monterey County vineyards in 2007. Later owners/winemakers Anna Marie dos Remedios and
Deb Payne moved production to Oakhurst, just outside Yosemite, where they also operate the Queen’s Inn
and Wine Bar. Now they have returned to the Central Coast to pour their award-winning wines in Carmel
Valley Village.
Wine portfolio: Their expanded list of vineyard-designate wines include Santa Lucia Highlands and San
Benito County Pinot Noirs, Clarksburg Tempranillo, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah and Madera
Viognier & Syrah.
Deb Payne and
Anna Marie dos
Remedios
Directions: From Hwy 1 in Carmel, go east on Carmel Valley Road 11 miles to Del Fino Place in Carmel
Valley Village. Turn left. The tasting room is in the Cerezo Plaza Building on your right.
Hours: Thu 11-5, Fri-Sat: 11-6,
Sun 11-5.
9 Del Fino Place, Ste. 101, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-298-7526 | www.idlehourwinery.com
Joullian Vineyards in Carmel Valley Village
Unique features: Tasting room located in Carmel Valley’s “Joseph DeMaria” building of European-stone design.
Wine portfolio: Carmel Valley estate-produced Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rosé, Muscat, Merlot,
Carmel Valley’s only Zinfandel, cool-climate Monterey Chardonnay and single vineyard Chardonnays and
estate-grown Syrah.
Directions: Take Carmel Valley Road east past Laureles Grade to the west entrance of Carmel Valley Village.
Take your first right onto Village Drive. Tasting room is on the left, 1/2 block south of Carmel Valley Road.
Additional parking in rear of building.
Hours: Daily 11-5.
Facilities: Picnic and event facilities
available at the winery by
appointment.
Hal Ellison
2 Village Drive, Suite A, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-8100 | toll free 866-659-8101 | www.joullian.com
Marilyn Remark Winery in Carmel Valley Village
Unique features: Award-winning winemaker Joel Burnstein’s Rhone-style project. Ultra-limited, artisan
releases — 2,000 cases total production. Joel, Marilyn, Snead and Hogan invite you to join them for a very
personal wine tasting experience.
Wine portfolio: Wild Horse Road Vineyard Grenache, Syrah, Roussanne, Marsanne, Petite Sirah, Dry Rosé,
Viognier; and Los Ositos Vineyard Grenache. GSP Red Rhone blend and VMR White Rhone blend.
Marilyn
Remark
& Joel
Burnstein
Directions: From Hwy 1, take Carmel Valley Road east 12 miles. The tasting room is in the White Oak Plaza
at the western end of the Village.
Hours: Thu-Fri 1-6, Sat-Sun 12-6.
19 E. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-5661 | www.remarkwines.com
Special Events: Check the website
for upcoming events.
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McIntyre Vineyards in The Crossroads
Unique features: McIntyre Vineyard’s tasting room is located in Carmel’s up and coming shopping center
with convenient parking, a unique tasting experience, and wide array of wine-oriented gifts. Bounteous
shopping and dining are steps away! No appointment necessary to taste, buy or become a McIntyre
member.
Wine portfolio: Highly prized and often allocated wines from the prestigious Santa Lucia Highlands are
featured in a four-flight tasting for $10. Included are Estate Pinot Noir, Estate Chardonnay, Rosé of Pinot
Noir, Merlot (Arroyo Seco), Reserve Block wines, Estate Old Vine and Methode Champenoise Sparkling.
Directions: Located in The Crossroads Carmel, Rio Road at Hwy One.
Hours: Tue-Sat 11-7, Sun 11-6, closed Monday. Check website for events and educational series.
Kristen
McIntyre
169 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel, CA 93923
831-626-6268 | www.mcintyrevineyards.com
Talbott Vineyards in Carmel Valley Village
Wine portfolio: Talbott Sleepy Hollow Pinot Noir, Talbott Sleepy Hollow Chardonnay, Cuvée
Sarah Case Chardonnay, Sarah Case Pinot Noir, Kali-Hart Chardonnay, Kali-Hart Pinot Noir,
Logan Pinot Noir, Logan Chardonnay, Audrey Chardonnay, Diamond T Chardonnay, Diamond
T Pinot Noir and Cuvée RFT Pinot Noir.
Directions: East on Carmel Valley Road, 11 miles. Turn left on Pilot Road. Located on the corner
of Del Fino Place and Pilot Road.
Hours: Daily 11-5.
Rosemarie Barber
Facilities: Lovely patio area and indoor seating. Picnics welcome! View our incomparable collection of motorcycles!
Special events: Limited group events.
Corner of Pilot Road and Del Fino Place
Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-3500 | www.talbottvineyards.com
Taste Morgan in the Crossroads
Unique features: Conveniently located in The Crossroads – one of Carmel’s most charming shopping areas
– easy parking, relaxed tasting experience, unique collection of wine-oriented gifts. Nearby shopping and
dining possibilities galore!
Wine portfolio: Featured are Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Riesling from the Santa Lucia Highlands
and Morgan’s organically farmed Double L Vineyard. Also available are Sauvignon Blanc, “Metallico”
Unoaked Chardonnay and Cotes du Crow’s (red Rhone-blend) from other top Monterey County properties. Eclectic varietals and blends produced from Morgan’s sister label – Lee Family Farm – add to the fun!
Directions: Located in The Crossroads Carmel, Rio Road at Hwy One.
Hours: Daily 11-6.
Special Events: Check MorganWinery.com for
special events.
Deborah Canepa
204 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel, CA 93923
831-626-3700 | www.morganwinery.com
Valley Hills Deli and BBQ at Valley Hills
Unique features: Recently remodeled, redecorated and under new management they have a wide selection of
local wines, a canteen grocery, deli offering all types of sandwiches and BBQ featuring the smoked chicken,
smoked ribs and grilled Tri-tip. Eat there or take out, indoor and outdoor seating.
Wine portfolio: A variety of wines available. Wines may be purchased and consumed on the property, corkage
and glasses are free. Special orders and case discounts are available.
Directions: From Hwy 1, go east on Carmel Valley Road 3.2 miles to Valley Hills center, just past Quail Lodge.
Nora Jones
Hours: Mon-Sat 7-6, Sun 9-5.
Special Events: Monthly wine events. Call for
details.
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Alfaro Family Vineyards
Unique features: Since 1998 – located in Corralitos – at the southern end of the Santa Cruz Mountains
appellation. Tasting room has a 16 foot granite bar and picnic areas overlooking the vines. The CCOF certified organic vineyards produce estate grown and bottled wines. Also, one of the few wineries in California
with estate grown Gruner Veltliner! Child and dog friendly. Voted “Best Local Winery 2014” and “Top 100
Wines.” Featuring an eight wine flight, newly release vintages and case specials.
Wine portfolio: Chardonnay, Viognier, Gruner Veltliner, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Carignane, Zinfandel, Syrah
and Merlot.
Directions: From Highway 1, take the Freedom Blvd exit. Continue 4 miles, turning left onto Hames Rd. At
the next stop sign turn right onto Pleasant Valley Rd for 1 block, then jog back onto Hames Rd. They are
at the top of the hill on the left.
Hours: Sat-Sun 12-5 through Labor Day.
420 Hames Road, Corralitos, CA 95076
831-728-5172 | www.alfarowine.com
Mary Kay and Richard Alfaro
Nicholson Vineyards
Marguerite
and Brian
Nicholson
Unique features: The winery produces limited releases of noted varietals from specific vineyards in Santa
Cruz, North Monterey and Amador Counties. A limited release extra virgin olive oil from the estate
grove is also produced annually. Adjacent to the winery is the Oak Grove picnic area, which is available
for guests to enjoy.
Wine portfolio: Estate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Viognier, Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Sangiovese and Zinfandel. The NV wine club encourages members to select their favorite wines for their
quarterly shipments.
Directions: From Hwy 1, exit Freedom Blvd and travel east for approximately 4 miles. Turn left on Hames
Road and left on Pleasant Valley Road. Travel to the end of the valley and driveway is on the right, just
past Light Springs Rd.
Hours: Sat 12-5, Sun 12-4 through Labor Day.
2800 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos, CA 95003
831-724-7071 | www.nicholsonvineyards.com
Pleasant Valley Vineyards
Unique features: At the Southern entrance to the Santa Cruz Mountain’s appellation, the family estate vineyards are
nestled in its own private enclave surrounding a cathedral grove of coastal redwoods.
Wine portfolio: Estate Dylan David Reserve Pinot Noir and Brittany Morgan Reserve Chardonnay; Sonoma Coast, Dry
Creek, Briar Vineyards, Zinfandel and Rock Pile Merlot; Santa Cruz Mountain’s Cabernet Sauvignon; Lester Family
Vineyards Pinot Noirs and Syrah, and Saveria Vineyards Petite Sirah.
Directions: Hwy 1 to Aptos exit Freedom Blvd. South 3.9 mile left onto Pleasant Valley Road. The gate is 1/2 mile on your left.
Hours: Open Saturdays 12-5pm. Check website for occasional Sunday openings. All other times by appointment.
Special events: Limited group and exclusive
wine club events.
600 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos, CA 95003
831-288-0074 | [email protected] | www.pvvines.com
Cathy and Craig
Handley
Windy Oaks Winery
Unique features: 16-acre estate vineyard located on a ridge overlooking the Monterey Bay, under ancient California
oak trees; in the winery, state-of-the-art Italian bottling line, French oak fermentation tanks; exclusive, specially
selected French oak aging barrels.
Wine portfolio: Estate Pinot Noirs, Chardonnay, and Syrah; non-estate Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Unoaked
Chardonnay, and a Red Rhone blend from select vineyards in the Monterey and Santa Cruz Mountain appellations.
Directions: Follow the specific directions on the website. One hour north of Monterey, one hour south of the San Jose
Airport, one-half hour southeast of Santa Cruz, and one-half hour west of Gilroy, in the mountains between 101
and the ocean.
Hours: Sat-Sun 12-5 through Labor Day.
Judy and Jim Schultze
Facilities: Picnic tables and chairs on the vineyard ridge
overlooking the Monterey Bay, with wine available for
purchase in the Tasting Room.
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550 Hazel Dell Road, Corralitos, CA 95076
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Byington Winery & Vineyard
Unique features: Byington offers a stunning, 100-acre wine-experience getaway with expansive views of the Santa Cruz
Mountains, Monterey Bay, and Pinot Noir vineyards. Enjoy a wine flight in the tasting room, barrel tasting in the wine
cave, or a glass of wine with your picnic on the well-manicured grounds. Located in the heart of the Santa Cruz
Mountains yet minutes from Silicon Valley.
Wine portfolio: Award-winning and small lot wines include: Estate grown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Rose, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Blends, and late harvest wines.
Directions: From north: Hwy 17 toward Santa Cruz. Exit at Bear Creek Rd. Turn left at the stop sign and travel for 5.5 miles.
The winery is on the left. From south: Hwy 17 toward San Jose. Exit on Summit Road and turn. Continue until it dead-ends
at Bear Creek Rd. Turn left on Bear Creek Rd. and con21850 Bear Creek Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033
tinue approximately 2 miles. The winery is on the left.
Hours: Fri-Sun 11-5 and by appointment.
408-354-1111 | www.byington.com
Kyle T. Ritchie
Testarossa Winery in Downtown Los Gatos
Unique features: In the Novitiate Winery, built by Jesuits in 1888 where they made altar and sweet fortified wines.
Today the historic site is both a state-of-the-art working winery and a truly dramatic setting for visitors. The stone
cellars and beautiful grounds of the state’s fourth oldest continuously operating winery provide an amazing venue
for private events. Cuvee Tasting is four wines for $10; the Appellation/Single Vineyards Tasting is $20 for five
wines. Fees are refundable with wine purchases. The patio Wine Bar 107 features live music Fridays.
Wine portfolio: Testarossa’s limited production Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays are the result of Rob and Diana
Jensen’s longtime partnerships with California’s most passionate winegrowers and from fruit grown in the state’s
most prestigious appellations, including Russian River Valley, Santa Lucia Highlands, Chalone, Arroyo Grande
Valley, Santa Maria Valley and Santa Rita Hills.
Diana and Rob Jensen
Directions: From downtown Los Gatos, go east on Los Gatos Boulevard and continue onto East Main, turn left onto
College Avenue and continue about one-half mile.
Hours: Tasting Room: Daily 11-5. Wine Bar 107: Wed &
Thu 4-8, Fri 3-8, Sat & Sun 11-6.
300 College Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
408-354-6150 | www.testarossa.com
MONTEREY PENINSULA
A Taste of Monterey
Unique features: Discover the culinary delights of Monterey Wine Country. Take in the magnificent ocean’s edge location while sampling locally sourced wine and food. An entire wall
of windows overlooks the majestic Monterey Bay, providing a stunning backdrop for a wine
tasting and/or dining adventure. Housed in a renovated circa 1918 sardine cannery and
showcases over 95 Monterey County wineries (local craft beer too).
Wine portfolio: Your first stop on the Monterey Wine Trail. The largest selection of Monterey
County wines anywhere with California’s best view as your backdrop. Seven different tasting
flights and over 20 wines by the glass offered.
Directions: Located in the heart of historic Cannery Row. One block from the Monterey Bay
Aquarium. 2nd Floor, perched over the water.
Hours: Sun-Wed 11-7, Thu-Sat 11-8.
View from tasting room
700 Cannery Row, Ste. KK, Monterey, CA 93940
831-646-5446 | www.tastemonterey.com
Carmel Ridge on Cannery Row
Unique features: A spectacular view of Monterey Bay can be enjoyed with a glass of wine, a
tapas plate, or a tasting from their portfolio of handcrafted artisan wines. Featuring live
local music from 6-9 every Friday and Saturday. Carmel Ridge is an excellent place to escape
the bustling streets of Cannery Row and relax with friends and family. Pet friendly, too!
Wine portfolio: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah Moscato and Cabernet
blend.
Directions: Located on Cannery Row between the Fish Hopper and Sly McFly’s.
Hours: 11 ’til late.
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Pierce Ranch Vineyards in Monterey
Unique features: Located in a charming cottage just above Cannery Row, the tasting room features the
small-production, estate-grown wines from Pierce Ranch Vineyard, emphasizing Spanish and Portuguese
varietals. Live Jazz played by such artists as the Stu Reynolds Saxtet and other great local bands entertain
you every Sunday 2:00-6:00 and in the evening each Friday.
Wine portfolio: Albariño, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Tempranillo, Tinto Cão, Touriga, Verdelho,
Cosecheiro, the newly released Graciano, Vinho Dolce, Zinfandel, and a selection of Iberian and Rhone
blends.
Directions: Located one block up from Cannery Row, on the corner of Wave and McClellan, right next to
the Antique Mall.
Hours: Mon-Thu 1-6, Fri-Sat 12-8, Sun 12-6.
499 Wave Street, Monterey, CA 93940
831-372-8900 | www.piercevineyards.com
The Roadhouse Wine Bar in Monterey
NEW
Unique features: Ray Franscioni brings the wines of his Puma Road and Pessagno labels to this new tasting site next
door to Tarpy’s Roadhouse on Hwy 68 just east of the Monterey Regional Airport. Relax at the wine bar inside the
quaint Old Stone House or out on the open deck overlooking the lily-filled fish pond. Here you can enjoy wines by
the glass or flights of Bordeaux and Burgundian varietals from the Franscioni vineyards in Paicines in San Benito
County, the Gabilan foothills of the Salinas Valley and the Santa Lucia Highlands of Monterey County.
Olivier Rousset,
Brian Maestri and
Ray Franscioni
Wine portfolio: All Puma Road wines are 100% estate grown and bottled and include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir,
Pinot Gris as well as a line of single varietal Bordeaux and several unique blends. The Pessagno label features
bottlings of vineyard-designated varietals including Dry Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel.
Directions: Just 3 miles east of downtown Monterey
on Hwy 68 next to Tarpy’s.
Hours: Daily 11-8.
2999 Monterey-Salinas Hwy, Monterey, CA 93940
831-455-1096 | [email protected]
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The Haute Enchilada Café in Moss Landing
Unique features: Offering wines for tasting and purchase, and a menu emphasizing only the highest quality locally grown produce, sustainable seafood and free-range beef and poultry. Serving
brunch, lunch and dinner. Full bar.
Wine portfolio: Their wine inventory includes local, California and imported wines, ports, plus
dessert and sparkling wines.
Directions: Just off Hwy 1 on Moss Landing Road. Look for the bright red fence.
Hours: Daily 11-9.
Facilities: Indoor and outdoor seating. Banquet room available. Check their website for special
winemaker events and
7902 Moss Landing Road, Moss Landing, CA 95039
Haute Social Club events.
Kim Solano
831-633-5843 | www.hauteenchilada.com
Whole Enchilada Marketplace in Moss Landing
Unique features: In addition to wines for tasting and purchase, they offer other spirits and a variety of the
finest tequilas. Also, fresh produce, specialty deli sandwiches, general grocery, gift items and party trays.
Wine portfolio: Offering a selection of Monterey, Santa Cruz and other local premium California wines and
other specially selected wines.
Directions: On Highway 1 just south of the Whole Enchilada Restaurant. Look for the many classic fishing
boats and sailboats.
Ray Retez
Hours: Daily 7-8; Tasting Room open all day.
Facilities: Free wine tasting on Friday
nights from 4-7 with wine reps in
attendance.
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7990-A Highway 1, Moss Landing, CA 95039
831-632-BOAT (2628) | fax 831-632-CRAB (2722)
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J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center
Unique features: Visit the J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center to enjoy complimentary tasting and
beautiful vineyard views. A 3-acre, state-of-the-art, 756 kilowatt solar photovoltaic (PV) tracking
system is designed to offset 75% of the winery’s Paso Robles energy usage. Six complimentary tastings.
Wine portfolio: Paso Robles is home to their red varietal wines like Hilltop Cabernet, Seven Oaks
Cabernet (their flagship wine), Tower Road Petite Sirah and Gesture Mourvedre (J. Lohr Gesture wines
are exclusive to the Wine Centers). Their white wines come from vineyards in Monterey County and
St. Helena. They include Riverstone Chardonnay, Bay Mist Riesling, Carol’s Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
and Arroyo Vista Chardonnay. Wines are produced from J. Lohr’s vineyards (more than 3000 acres) in
Monterey County’s Arroyo Seco and Santa Lucia Highlands appellations and Paso Robles.
David Lopez and
Diane Moreno
Directions: From 101 take Hwy 46 east. Turn left on Airport Road. Travel 3.4 miles. From Hwy 5 travel
west on Hwy 46. Turn right on Airport Road.
6169 Airport Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446
805-239-8900 | www.jlohr.com
Hours: Daily 10-5.
SALINAS VALLEY / RIVER ROAD
Manzoni Estate Vineyard on River Road
Unique features: In 1999, after farming in the Salinas Valley for three generations, the Manzoni family converted six
acres of vine rootstock at the base of the Santa Lucia Highlands into Pinot Noir grapes. The tasting room is located
in the center of this picturesque vineyard. Also have new tasting room in downtown Carmel that is open daily.
Wine portfolio: Home vineyard Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and Pinot Gris and Bella Vino Port.
Directions: From Hwy. 68 near Salinas, take River Road south 16 miles, or, from Hwy. 101 in Gonzales, take first
Gonzales exit from either direction, go into Gonzales, turn west onto Gonzales River Road at the Valero gas
station, go approximately 2.5 miles, cross bridge, turn left on River Road and continue one mile.
Michael
Manzoni
Hours: Sat & Sun 11-5.
30981 River Road, Soledad, CA 93960
831-675-3398 | www.manzoniwines.com
Odonata South on River Road
Unique features: Come check out the new tasting room and grounds! Bring a picnic and stay a while. Small
lots of many different wines. Family owned and operated. They work hard to make wines we all love to drink.
Kid/people/pet friendly!
Photo by Laura Ness
Wine portfolio: Rhone White, Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc, Blanc de Blanc, Rosé of Petite Sirah, Sparkling
Rosé of Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Mourvedre, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Syrah,
Petite Sirah, Dessert Wines They like to keep it interesting at all times!
Directions: From Hwy 68 west of Salinas, take River Road and go south six miles. Winery is on the left.
Hours: Sat-Sun 12-5. Call for appointment.
831-566-5147 | www.odonatawines.com
The Denis Hoey clan
Pessagno Winery on River Road
Unique features: Ray Franscioni has taken the reins at Pessagno Winery and continues the tradition of excellence established by the late Steve Pessagno. Here you will enjoy superb quality wines produced from several
of the well-known single vineyards in Monterey and San Benito County. The winery and tasting room are
located on the River Road passageway that winds through the Santa Lucia Highlands Appellation.
Wine portfolio: Pessagno offers 13 wines for tasting and purchase, including current releases, reserve wines and
such vineyard-designated varietals as Dry Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel.
Chris Vivit
Directions: From Hwy 68 near Salinas, take River Road south for 16 miles. Entrance is on your left. From Hwy
101, take the Gonzales exit and follow Alta Street to Gonzales River Road. Turn left and continue 2 miles.
Hours: Mon-Thu 11-4, Fri-Sun 11-5.
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Puma Road Winery on River Road
Unique features: Ray Franscioni’s Puma Road Winery & Tasting Room on River Road near Gonzales serves wines
that are made from the finest grapes grown in the Santa Lucia Highlands, Gabilan Foothills and Paicines area.
Farming superior fruit is the goal of this family-owned estate winery whose grapes are sought by many well-known
wineries and featured in award-winning selections.
Wine portfolio: All Puma Road wines are 100% estate grown and bottled and feature 2011 and 2012 Chardonnay,
Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris as well as a full line of single varietal Bordeaux and unique blends.
Directions: From Hwy. 68 near Salinas, take River Road south about 17 miles. From Hwy. 101 in Gonzales, take first exit from
either direction, go into town and turn west on Gonzales River Road. Go across bridge to River Road, turn left, go 2 miles.
Hours: Fri-Mon 11-5. Reservations
for private tastings welcome.
32720 River Road, Soledad, CA 93960
831-675-3548 | Office 831-455-1096 | www.pumaroad.com
Josh McAtee
Scheid Vineyards in Greenfield
Unique features: Tasting room is in a 100-year-old restored barn. Demonstration vineyard, bocce ball court
and observation deck with far-reaching views.
Wine portfolio: Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Muscato, Late
Harvest Riesling, Sangiovese, Triple Layer Red and White, Albariño, Grenache Blanc, Odd Lot White and
Red, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, and Grenache. Along with nine reserve
wines which include four Pinot Noirs.
Directions: Four miles south of Greenfield, just off of Hwy 101 at Hobson Ave. Look for the American flag.
Scott Tidd
Hours: Daily 11-5.
Facilities: Vineyard Pavilion and Reserve Barrel Room
available for weddings, quinceaneras, private dinners and other special events for 10 to 200 people.
1972 Hobson Ave., Greenfield, CA 93927
831-386-0316 | www.scheidvineyards.com
Talbott Vineyards on River Road
Unique features: Family owned winery, established in 1982. Grows and specializes in top quality, all estate-grown
Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from two renowned vineyards; the small hand-picked 14-acre Diamond T
Vineyard in Carmel Valley, and the larger 565-acre Sleepy Hollow Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands.
Tasting room located at the winery. Sample their entire wine portfolio, while viewing the majestic rolling hills of
the legendary Sleepy Hollow Vineyard.
Wine portfolio: Kali Hart Chardonnay & Pinot Noir, Logan Chardonnay & Pinot Noir, and Talbott Sleepy
Hollow Chardonnay & Pinot Noir make up their six core wines. Their limited production wines include
Diamond T Chardonnay, Cuvée Audrey Chardonnay, Cuvée Sarah Case Chardonnay, Diamond T Pinot Noir,
Cuvée RFT Pinot Noir and Cuvée Sarah Pinot Noir.
Tammie Ward
Directions: From Hwy 68, take River Rd. south about 13 miles. The winery will be on your right. From Hwy 101, take the
Chualar exit toward Chualar River Rd. Follow the bend, after the small bridge turn
left on River Rd. The winery will be on your right after about 5 miles.
831-675-0942 | www.talbottvineyards.com
Hours: Thu-Mon 11-4:30; closed Tue-Wed.
Ventana Estate Vineyards in Soledad
Unique features: The second Ventana tasting room is located at the estate in the Arroyo Seco AVA in
Soledad offers a vineyard view while sampling an assortment of award-winning wines. The rustic tasting
room bar is nestled inside this working winery, offering the senses the aromas, sounds and excitement of
wines in production.
Carrie Naylor
Wine portfolio: Ventana Vineyards Estate Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Gewürtraminer, Pinot
Gris, Dry Rosado, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Rubystone, Due Amici, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Orange
Musca, Le Mistral White, Pastiche Red Table wine.
Directions: From Hwy 101 take the Arroyo Seco Road exit in Soledad, follow Arroyo Seco Road, turn left
onto Los Coches Road. The winery tasting room
38740 Los Coches Road, Soledad, CA 93960
is about 1 mile down the road on the right side.
Hours: Fri-Sun and most holidays 11-5.
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831-678-2900 | www.ventanawines.com
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Wrath
Unique features: Select Wrath wines are available for tasting without an appointment. Several tasting
flights are offered with the tasting fee complimentary upon purchase. Wine by the glass is also available to
enjoy on the sunny patio.
Wine portfolio: Wrath produces produce site-driven Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and Sauvignon Blanc
from their estate vineyard and respected properties in the Santa Lucia Highlands. A varying selection of
Wrath wines are available for tasting daily as well as customized wine tastings (arranged by appointment).
Applicable tasting fees apply and the tasting fee is waived with purchase…see Wrath’s website for details.
Directions: Located at the River Road and Foothill Road intersection. Enter on Foothill. Also visit the new
tasting room in Carmel Plaza in downtown Carmel.
Hours: Fri-Mon 11-5 and by appointment.
Christopher
Whaley
35801 Foothill Road, Soledad, CA 93960
831-678-2212 | www.wrathwines.com
Zeph’s One Stop in Salinas
Unique features: Under one roof is an excellent lifestyle oriented selection of fine wines, high-end spirits, and
beers from around the world. The wine bar is open from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and offers 24 wines by the glass
while providing a warm, at-home atmosphere. Services include party hosting, special ordering, and shipping of
wine, beer and spirits. Services include party hosting, special orders, shipping of wine, beer and spirits and holiday
gift packages beautifully designed by Cheryl Worthy in the gift department.
Wine portfolio: Offering a significant selection of wines from around the world including many locally produced
vintages. Large stock of rare beers and old favorites.
Directions: Located on Hwy. 68 just west of Blanco and S. Main St. intersection in Salinas.
Hours: Daily 8 am-9 pm.
Special events: Patio for private parties &
corporate events for groups of 5 to 50.
Vince Ciolino
1366 S. Main Street, Salinas, CA 93901
831-757-3947 | [email protected] | www.zephs.com
SAN BENITO COUNTY
DeRose Vineyards on Cienega Road
Unique features: Located in Cienega Valley, south of Hollister at the eastern base of the Gabilan Moun
tains, on the San Andreas fault line. 100-year-old vines, unfined and unfiltered wines from all estate grapes.
Wine portfolio: Cabernet Franc, Continental Cabernet, Chardonnay, Negrette, Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet
Pfeffer, Zinfandel, Port, Viognier, Hollywood Red and hand-selected Famiglia DeRose wines from Tuscany.
Also wines from Chile, Argentina, France and Spain.
Directions: Take Hwy 156 east off Hwy 101. Right on Union Road just before
Hollister, go 3 miles to Cienega Road. Turn right, travel 7 miles to winery.
Hours: Mon-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 11-4.
Facilities: Outdoor patio/picnic area and indoor
wedding/party room.
Nostalgic Auto Museum
open 1st Saturday of every
month from 11 to 3
9970 Cienega Road, Hollister, CA 95023
831-636-9143 | www.derosewine.com
Pat and
Alphonse
DeRose
SANTA CLARA COUNTY
Guglielmo Winery in Morgan Hill
Unique features: The family home since 1925. The Heritage Room, in our cobblestone piazza, showcases
family artifacts and a selection of gourmet food items and gifts. Picnic tables, lawns and gardens.
Wine portfolio: Private Reserve Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel, Merlot, Sangiovese, Barbera, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Almond Champagne, Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio, Marsanne, Rosatello, Carignané,
Pinot Blanc, Fiano, Charbono and Claret. California Champagne and dessert wines as well as “Tré”
Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Syrah.
Cindy Adams
Directions: On Hwy 101 in Morgan Hill, 12 miles south of San Jose, exit East Dunne Ave. to the east.
Turn left on Condit, then right on Main, winery is 1/4 mile on the right.
Hours: Daily 10-5.
Facilities: Courtyard and stage for events and weddings
for several hundred people at Villa Emile Center.
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1480 East Main Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037
408-779-2145 | www.guglielmowinery.com
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J. Lohr San Jose Wine Center
Unique features: The J. Lohr San Jose Wine Center features a tasting room as well as an intimate space for
private, corporate events with room for 42 seated. Wines from the J. Lohr signature series including J. Lohr
Vineyard Series, J. Lohr Estates and J. Lohr Gesture (Rhone-style varietals and a blend) are available for
tasting. Guests have a choice of six complimentary tastes!
Wine portfolio: Respecting nature, nurturing balance. Outstanding varietal wines from the J. Lohr signature
series. Wines are produced from J. Lohr’s vineyards (more than 3000 acres) in Monterey County’s Arroyo
Seco and Santa Lucia Highlands appellations and Paso Robles.
Directions: From Interstate 880, take the Santa Clara/The Alameda exit. Take The Alameda approx.
1/2 mile (toward downtown San Jose). Turn left
1000 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
on Lenzen Ave. (traffic light).
Kristen
Green and
Mary Hrkac
408-918-2160 | www.jlohr.com
Hours: Daily 10-5.
SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS
Burrell School Vineyards on Summit Road
Unique features: Located at 1600 feet in the Santa Cruz Mountains, the views from the stately red schoolhouse winery are unparalleled. In this peaceful sun-drenched paradise, you can relax with a picnic and a bottle
of fine estate wine, surrounded by beautiful vineyards and redwood-covered mountains that stretch to the sea.
Wine portfolio: Experience wines that are truly at the head of their class. Sip and savor Teacher’s Pet
Chardonnay, Principal’s Choice Pinot Noir, Extra Credit Cabernet Franc, Spring Break Syrah and Dean’s List
Cabernet Sauvignon. School was never this much fun.
Directions: Located halfway between San Jose and Santa Cruz on Summit Road, 3.5 miles east of the intersection of Hwy 17 and Summit Road.
Dave and
Anne
Moulton
24060 Summit Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033
408-353-6290 | www.burrellschool.com
Hours: Thu-Sun 11-5.
Hunter Hill Vineyard & Winery in Soquel
Unique features: The award-winning winery, vineyard and residence are located above Soquel on the hillsides of
the Santa Cruz Mountains. Visitors enjoy breathtaking views of the redwoods and Monterey Bay.
Wine portfolio: Acclaimed estate wines include and award-winning Pinot Noir, Syrah, Zinfandel and Merlot plus
Sauvignon Blanc and their first, limited edition, estate Chardonnay. Wine club memberships are available and
include private events and reserve wines.
Directions: From Hwy 1 in Soquel, take Porter Street exit, turn right onto South Main Street. Go east. It becomes
North Main Street as you cross Soquel Avenue. Continue east. At Cherryvale junction, North Main becomes Glen
Haven Road. Stay right and go approximately 2 miles. Driveway to the winery is on the left.
Hours: Sat & Sun 11-4.
Events Check website for details.
Christine and Vann Slatter
7099 Glen Haven Road, Soquel, CA 95073
831-465-9294 | www.hunterhillwines.com
Loma Prieta Winery on Loma Prieta Way
Unique features: You may recognize the Loma Prieta name from the earthquake of 1989, but the Santa Cruz
Mountains also play host to America’s premier mountain vineyard area. Located at an altitude of about 2,600feet, Loma Prieta Winery offers spectacular “top of the world” blue water views of Monterey Bay and was rated
“#1 picnic spot” by San Jose Mercury News. Free telescope, bocce ball, giant outdoor chess/checkers and handcrafted wines produced in small lots and barrel aged in the finest oak.
Amy and
Paul
Kemp
Wine portfolio: Loma Prieta Winery is the largest producer of Pinotage in North America and the only winery in
the Santa Cruz Mountains to grow it. (Pinotage is a rare cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault.) It’s home to the
first “Pinotage-Only” Wine Club. Also enjoy superbly crafted Chardonnay, Viognier, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir,
Merlot, Cabernet, Port and Sparkling wines. Tasting fee is $10.
Directions: Take Hwy 17 to Summit Road and go east to where it changes to Highland Way. About 6 miles. At the
stop sign, take the road to the left (Mt. Bache
26985 Loma Prieta Way, Los Gatos, CA 95033
becomes Loma Prieta Way) and go about 1.5 miles.
Hours: Sat-Sun 12-5 and some holidays.
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408-353-2950 | www.LomaPrietaWinery.com
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MJA Vineyard off Summit Road
Unique features: Come up any Tuesday afternoon, grab a glass of wine and see how they do it. Also open 7 days a
week, so come any day and sink into the overstuffed chairs by the fire or watch the wildlife on the wooded patio.
A perfect getaway in your backyard. Come up Tuesdays for the coffee roasting.
Wine portfolio: MJA Vineyards specializes in Cabernet Sauvignon from its Howell Mountain Vineyards & surrounding Napa AVA and Pinot Noir from Santa Cruz Mountains AVA plus Melange de Rouge, Zinfandel,
Malbec, Montepulciano, Primitivo, Barbera, Merlot, Sangiovese, Albariño, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc and
Chardonnay.
Directions: Exit Hwy 17 onto Summit Road, east 5 miles where Summit Road becomes Highland Way. At 24900
Highland Way, turn right and take the driveway uphill.
Hours: Mon-Thu 12-5, Fri-Sun 12-6. Live music on
Saturday afternoons.
24900 Highland Way, Los Gatos, CA 95033
408-353-6000 | www.mjavineyards.com
Marin J. Artukovich
Odonata North in Santa Cruz
Unique features: Pizza night every Tuesday from 4:30-8:00 p.m. Come enjoy a glass of wine with a gourmet
pizza prepared by Uncie Ro’s Pizza at Companion Bakeshop. Small lots of many different wines. Family
owned and operated. They work hard to make wines we all love to drink. Kid/people/pet friendly!
Denis Hoey
Wine portfolio: Rhone White, Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc, Blanc de Blanc, Rosé of Petite Sirah, Sparkling
Rosé of Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Mourvedre, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Syrah,
Petite Sirah, dessert wines. They like to keep it interesting at all times!
Directions: Follow Hwy 1 (which becomes Mission Street) into Santa Cruz and go north toward Half Moon
Bay. Continue on Mission past Fair Avenue. Odonata will be in next block on the left.
Hours: Fri-Sun 12-5, Tue 4:30-8 (pizza night), and
4:30-8 on first Friday of every month for Art Tour.
2343 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
831-566-5147 | www.odonatawines.com
Poetic Cellars in Soquel
Unique features: Poetic Cellars offers “well-versed wines for the romantic at heart,” as Joseph Naegele continues the traditions he and Katy Lovell established by offering the poetry of fine wine in the bottle and the poetry of emotion on the
label. The winery and tasting room are set in the tranquility of the Santa Cruz Mountains, amidst majestic oaks and the
solitude of a country estate. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy fine wine in an unhurried atmosphere.
Wine portfolio: These wines express their terroir with grace and finesse, including the Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir
and Chardonnay and Livermore Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Mourvedre, along with a Reserve Port,
a Late Harvest Viognier and several superb blends.
Directions: From Rte 1 in Soquel, take Bay/Porter east. Then left on Laurel Glen for 1.5 miles. Left at Rodeo Gulch
1.2 miles to winery. From Hwy 17, take Vine Hill exit. Go 2.5 miles to Mountain View Road. Left on Mountain View for
1 mile to Rodeo Gulch Road, right 1/2 mile to winery.
Hours: Sat 12-5, Sun 1-5.
5000 N. Rodeo Gulch Road, Soquel, CA 95073
831-462-3478 | www.poeticcellars.com
Rexford Winery in West Santa Cruz
Joseph Naegele
NEW
Unique features: The tasting bar at Rexford is inside the actual winery, next to the winemaking equipment and
rows of barrels. Here you visit with the winemakers, retired astronomer Joe Miller and his son Sam Miller, while
they pour wine and answer your questions. All wines are made on the premises. And it’s dog friendly, too.
Wine portfolio: The Millers specialize in small lot, handcrafted, single-vineyard Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot
Blanc, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rosé, Port and their exclusive Fambrini Vineyard Pinot Noir.
Directions: From the south, follow Hwy 1 (which becomes Mission Street) into Santa Cruz and go north toward
Half Moon Bay. Continue on Mission to Swift Street, turn left of Swift, go two blocks to Ingalls Street. Turn
left. The winery is on the corner of Swift and Ingalls. See map on website.
Hours: Fri 2-5 pm, Sat 1-5 pm, Sun 2-5 pm.
429 Ingalls Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
831-426-1500 | www.rexfordwinery.com
Sam Miller and Joe Miller
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Wrights Station off Summit Road
Unique features: Set in an original 1947 farmhouse, the tasting room features an elegant, but relaxed, family
(and dog!) friendly style. The tasting bar is constructed from reclaimed barn wood, and custom wine bottle
chandeliers hang from above. The view is spectacular, spanning the vineyard, redwoods, and mountain ridges
beyond. There is bocce ball outside and plenty of room on the attached deck and patio to enjoy a picnic with
your wine.
Wine portfolio: Estate grown Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, along with other varietals sourced from local Santa
Cruz Mountain vineyards.
Dan and
Molly
Lokteff
Directions: From Hwy 17, exit Summit Road and go east 3.5 miles. Just past Burrell School Winery, turn left
onto Loma Prieta Avenue. Go 1/4-mile. Winery
24250 Loma Prieta Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95033
is on the left.
Hours: Fri-Sun 11-5.
408-560-9343 | www.wrightsstation.com
SARATOGA
Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyards on Garrod Road
Unique features: Taste wine where the grapes are grown at Cooper-Garrod’s historic Fruit House! Friendly hosts
ensure a warm personal experience. Limited production estate wines are also available by the glass. Bring nibbles
or a picnic to enjoy at tables underneath century-old eucalyptus. Farmed by the family since 1893, this working
ranch is also home to Garrod Farms Riding Stables. CCOF Certified Organic and CSWA Certified Sustainable.
Wine portfolio: Estate varietals include Chardonnay, Viognier, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot
Noir and Syrah. The Test Pilot label honors founding winemaker and retired NASA test pilot George Cooper
with a series of estate red blends. Ask about the Wine Club. Enjoy “Music at the Vineyards” Sundays 1-4.
Doris and Bill Cooper
Directions: Highway 85 to DeAnza Blvd. exit; south toward Saratoga; right on Pierce Rd.; right on Mt. Eden Rd.;
right on Garrod Road. Or, Highway 280 to Foothill Expwy exit; south on Foothill Blvd. which becomes Stevens
Canyon Road. Continues past the reservoir. Bear left at stop
22645 Garrod Road, Saratoga, CA 95070
sign onto Mt. Eden Rd.; left on Garrod Road.
408-867-7116 | www.cgv.com
Hours: Daily, Mon-Fri 12-5, Sat-Sun 11-5.
Ruthe Roberts Wine Collective
Unique features: Ruthe Roberts Wine Collective is the first of its kind in downtown Saratoga. A multiwinery tasting room that is home to many of the best and most talented winemakers in California. “And
the more local, the better,” says Ruthe. This is a place where wine lovers will find new wines to love and
where smaller wineries can showcase their wines and introduce them to consumers.
Wine portfolio: Varietals range from Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Torrontes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot
Noir, Tempranillo, Malbec, Sangiovese, Barbera, Petit Verdot, Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petite
Sirah along with several blends, Ports, Late Havests and Sparklings.
Directions: Take Hwy 17 to Hwy 85 North, Follow signs for Hwy 85 North/Mountain View and merge onto
Hwy 85 North for 3.1 miles. Take Saratoga Ave exit after 0.3 miles. Turn left onto Saratoga Ave after 1.9
miles. Continue onto Big Basin Way/
14510 Big Basin Way, Suite 10, Saratoga, CA 95070
Route 9. Tasting room will be on your left.
Hours: Wed-Sun 12-7 pm.
Andy and
Ruthe Roberts
408-872-1001 | www.rrwcwines.com
Photo by Denise Donegan
Savannah Chanelle Vineyards
Unique features: Visitors enjoy spectacular mountain views and a welcoming environment to enjoy wine tasting.
Take a stroll or picnic on the grounds, admire the historic villa, the view down to Silicon Valley, and the vineyards that surround you. You’ll feel at home in the 1912 Redwood Tasting Room and enjoy live music and extended hours during the summer time.
Wine portfolio: This boutique winery grows and produces Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, and
Carignane. “We specialize in award-winning Pinot Noir and round out our production of wines with Syrah, Rose,
and Port to delight your taste buds seven days a week in our tasting room.”
Directions: From Hwy 85 take the Saratoga Ave. exit. Turn onto Saratoga Ave. toward the mountains and onto
Route 9/Big Basin Way. Savannah Chanelle Vineyards is on your left about 3 miles past downtown Saratoga.
Winemaker Tony Craig
Hours: Sun-Sat 11-5, some extended hours during
the summer.
109
23600 Congress Springs Road, Saratoga, CA 95070
408-741-2934 | www.savannahchanelle.com
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1.A Taste of Monterey
700 Cannery Row, Ste. KK, Monterey
831-646-5446
2.Albatross Ridge/Tasting Room
Mission btwn. Ocean & 7th, Carmel
831-747-7362
3. Alfaro/Tasting Room
420 Hames Rd., Corralitos 831-761-1174
4.Bernardus Winery/Tasting Room
5 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley
831-298-8021
5.Blair Estate Wines/Tasting Room
San Carlos btwn. Ocean & 7th, Carmel
831-625-9463
23.Hunter Hill Winery/Tasting Room
7099 Glen Haven Rd., Soquel 831-465-9294
2 4.Idle Hour Winery/Tasting Room
9 Del Fino Pl., Carmel Valley 831-298-7526
25. J. Lohr Estates Wine Center/Tasting Room
6169 Airport Rd., Paso Robles 805-239-8900
2 6.J. Lohr Estates Wine Center/Tasting Room
1000 Lenzen Ave., San Jose 408-288-5057
27.Joullian Vineyard/Tasting Room
2 Village Dr., Carmel Valley Village 831-659-8100
28.K-T Vineyard/Vineyard
www.ktvineyard.com
6.Boekenoogen Winery/Tasting Room
831-659-4215
29.Loma Prieta Winery/Tasting Room
26985 Loma Prieta Way, Los Gatos
408-353-2950
7.Boëté Winery/Tasting Room
7156 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley
831-625-5040, Winery 831-659-7563
30.Manzoni Estate Vineyard/Tasting Room #1
30981 River Rd., Soledad 831-675-3398
8.Bunter Spring Winery/Tasting Room
9 Del Fino Pl., Carmel Valley Village 202-744-1343
9.Burrell School/Tasting Room
24060 Summit Rd., Los Gatos 408-353-6290
1 0.Byington Vineyards/Tasting Room
21850 Bear Creek Rd., Los Gatos 408-354-1111
1 1.Carmel Ridge Winery/Tasting Room
700 Cannery Row, Monterey
831-324-0035
1 2.Château Sinnet/Tasting Room
13780 Center St., Carmel Valley Village
831-659-2244
1 3.Chock Rock Winery/Tasting Room
1 Del Fino Pl., Carmel Valley 831-659-7625
1 4.Cima Collina Winery/Tasting Room
19 E. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley Village
831-620-0645 / Winery 831-384-7806
15.Coastview Vineyard/Tasting Room
19 E. Carmel Valley Rd., Suite H,
Carmel Valley 831-298-7521
16.Cooper-Garrod Estate Vineyard/Tasting Room
22645 Garrod Rd., Saratoga 408-867-7116
17.DeRose Winery/Tasting Room
9970 Cienega Rd., Hollister 831-636-9143
18.English Ales/Beer Tasting
223A Reindollar Ave., Marina 831-883-3000
19.Estancia Winery
831-753-9502
20.Guglielmo Winery/Tasting Room
1480 E. Main Ave., Morgan Hill 408-779-2145
21.Haute Enchilada Café/Tasting Room
7902 Moss Landing Rd., Moss Landing
831-633-5843
2 2.Have Mercy Wines/Tasting Room
831-659-4321
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31.Manzoni Cellars/Tasting Room #2
San Carlos btwn. Ocean & 7th, Carmel
831-620-6541
3 2.Marilyn Remark/Tasting Room
19 E. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley
831-659-5661
33.McIntyre Vineyards/Tasting Studio
169 Crossroad Blvd., Carmel 831-626-6268
34.MJA Vineyards off Summit Road/Tasting Room
24900 Highland Way, Los Gatos 408-353-6000
35.Nicholson Vineyards/Tasting Room
2800 Pleasant Valley Rd., Aptos 831-761-5540
36.Odonata North/Tasting Room
2343 Mission St., Santa Cruz 831-566-5147
37.Odonata South/Tasting Room
645 River Rd., Salinas 831-566-5147
46.Ruthe Roberts Wine Collective/Tasting Room
14510 Big Basin Way, Suite 10, Saratoga
408-872-1001
4 7.Savannah Chanelle/Tasting Room
23600 Congress Springs Rd., Saratoga
408-741-2934
4 8.Scheid Vineyards/Tasting Room #1
1972 Hobson St., Greenfield 831-386-0316
49.Scheid Vineyards/Tasting Room #2
San Carlos & 7th, Carmel 831-626-9463
50.Silvestri Vineyards/Tasting Room
7th btwn. Dolores and San Carlos, Carmel
831-625-0111
5 1.Star Market/Retail Wines
1275 S. Main St., Salinas 831-422-3961
52.Summit Store/Retail Wines
24197 Summit Rd., Los Gatos 408-353-2186
53.Talbott Vineyards/Tasting Room #1
Corner of Pilot Rd. and Del Fino Pl.
Carmel Valley Village 831-659-3500
54.Talbott Vineyards/Tasting Room #2
1380 River Rd., Salinas 831-675-0942
55.Taste Morgan/Tasting Room
204 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel 831-626-3700
5 6.Testarossa Winery/Tasting Room/Wine Bar
300 College Ave., Los Gatos, CA 95030
408-354-6150
57.The Quail & Olive/Olive Oil Tasting
3 Pilot Rd., Carmel Valley Village 831-659-4288
58. Tondré Grapefields
831-675-3214
5 9.Valley Hills Market
7152 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley
831-293-8608
38.Pessagno Winery/Tasting Room
1645 River Rd., Salinas 831-675-9463
60.Ventana Estate Vineyards Tasting Room
38740 Los Coches Rd., Soledad 831-678-2900
39.Pierce Ranch Vineyards/Tasting Room
499 Wave St., Monterey 831-372-8900
61.Whole Enchilada Marketplace
7990-A Highway One, Moss Landing
831-632-2628
40.Pleasant Valley Vineyards/Tasting Room
600 Pleasant Valley Rd., Aptos 831-288-0074
41.Poetic Cellars/Tasting Room
5000 N. Rodeo Gulch Rd., Soquel 831-462-3478
42.Puma Road/Tasting Room #1
Dolores btwn. Ocean & 7th, Carmel
831-675-3548
43.Puma Road/Tasting Room #2
32720 River Rd., Soledad 831-675-3548
44.Rexford Winery/Tasting Room
429 Ingalls Rd., Santa Cruz 831-426-1500
45.Roadhouse Wine Bar/Tasting Room
2999 Monterey-Salinas Hwy., Monterey
831-675-3548
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6 2.Windy Oaks/Tasting Room
550 Hazel Dell Rd., Corralitos 831-786-9463
6 3.Windy Oaks/Tasting Room
Su Vecino Ct., Dolores btwn. 5th & 6th, Carmel
831-574-3135
64.Wrath/Tasting Room
35801 Foothill Rd., Soledad 831-678-2992
65.Wrath at Carmel Plaza/Tasting Room
Ocean Ave., Carmel 831-678-2992
66.Wrights Station/Tasting Room
24250 Loma Prieta Ave., Los Gatos
408-560-9343
67.Zeph’s One Stop/Tasting Room
1366 S. Main St., Salinas 831-757-3947
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16 Cooper-Garrod
J. Lohr Wine Center
(in San Jose)
Los Gatos
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56 Testarossa
46 Ruthe Roberts
Byington 10
Savannah Chanelle 47
Morgan Hill
Wrights Station
66 52 Summit Store
9 Burrell
San Martin
MJA 34 29 Loma Prieta
School
20 Guglielmo
Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz County
Poetic Cellars 41
Santa Cruz
Gilroy
Hunter Hill
36 Odonata
23
44 Rexford
Pleasant
Valley
Soquel
3 Alfaro
40
Capitola
Hollister
35 Nicholson
San Benito
County
62 Windy Oaks
Aptos
DeRose 17
61 Whole Enchilada Marketplace
La Cienega
Watsonville
21 Haute Enchilada Café
Moss Landing
Elkhorn Slough
Union
San Juan
Bautista
Castroville
A Taste of Monterey
Salinas
Marina
18 English Ales
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11 Carmel Ridge
(Beer Tasting)
Roadhouse
45 Wine Bar
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Carmel
McIntyre
Puma Road 42
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7 Boëté
Scheid 49
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59 Valley Hills Market
Wrath 65 Taste Morgan
Blair Estate 5
63 Windy Oaks
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Retail Store
Silvestri
2 Albatross Ridge
Rocky
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51 Star Market
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Manzoni 31
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Pierce Ranch 30
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Olive Oil Tasting
Gonzales
Pessagno 38
Carmel Valley
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Manzoni 30
Have Mercy 22
Joullian 27
Chualar
57 The Quail & Olive
53 Talbott
24 Idle Hour
Chateau Sinnet 12
8 Bunter Spring
Cima Collina 14
13 Chock Rock
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River Rd
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wo of the Central Coast’s celebrated chefs offer these recipes,
created to please the most discriminating gourmand —
especially when paired with one of this area’s world-class wines.
Bonnie Swank
Swank Farms, Hollister
Kevin Butler
Chef & Fisherman
Real Good Fish
Halloween Pumpkin Soup
Ridgeback Prawn and
Champagne Mango Ceviche
serves 4
Ingredients
serves 4-6 as an appetizer
2 Tbsp
1
2
1
2 cups
butter
onion, diced
carrots, peeled and diced
apple, peeled and diced
fresh pumpkin (roasted and diced, see
note below)
1 Tbsp sage leaf
3 cups chicken stock
1 cup cream
salt & freshly ground black pepper
Ingredients
1 lb ridgeback prawn tails
8limes
1 Jalapeño, seeded & diced 1/8”
1 serrano, seeded & diced 1/8”
1 onion, diced 1/4”
1/2 cucumber, seeded & diced 1/4”
1 roma tomato, seeded & diced 1/4”
2-3 sprigs cilantro
1 champagne mango, diced 1/2”
1 orange (juice of)
salt and pepper
Preparation
In a stockpot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté
onion, carrot, apple, roasted pumpkin, and sage until all
are tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Purée the mixture in a
food mill; if you do not have a food mill, then purée in a
food processor or blender. Return the purée to the stockpot, add the chicken stock and simmer for 15 minutes.
Then add the cream and simmer for 5 more minutes,
lowering the heat if necessary so it does not boil. Season,
to taste, with salt and pepper. Divide soup among 4 soup
bowls and serve immediately.
Preparation
Blanch prawn tails in boiling water for one minute, then
put them in an ice bath. Once they are cold, peel tails and
cut into 1/2-inch chunks. Zest two limes and reserve. Juice
limes into bowl with prawn meat. Cover and chill four
hours or overnight. Add onion, cucumber, tomato and
mango. Add chopped cilantro and lime zest. Balance acidity with fresh orange juice. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve
with tortilla chips for scooping.
Cook’s Note: To roast pumpkin, preheat oven to 400°F.
Cut whole pumpkin in half and then cut each half into
several pieces. Discard seeds or reserve for another use.
Place pumpkin on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil,
and season with salt and pepper. Roast in oven until
tender but not falling apart, about 30 to 40 minutes.
Let cool, peel away skin, and dice.
Suggested pairing: Bonny Doon Vineyard Albarino
Suggested pairing: Monterey County Riesling
Real Good Fish
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