當您敞揚在San Francisco的Golden Gate Bridge迎接您的會是風景優勝的Central Coast頂部。接著的500公里（300英里），天氣會從變化無常轉為溫和的氣候。這樣的氣候變化最適合葡萄酒的培製和衝浪活動。這裡的葡萄是加州最早種植的葡萄之一，是由方濟會修士在18世紀末期時往北傳道中的El Camino（“王者之路”，現在的101號公路）開始種植的。
Central Coast
Events in Central Coast
Red & White Christmas Bash
Thursday, January 1
Carr Winery, Santa Barbara
The tree will be trimmed and the wine will be flowing...
Cost: Free admission, 21+
Address & Location:
Carr Winery, 414 N. Salsipuedes Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Phone: (805) 965-7985
Email: info@carrwinery.com
Details: Get festive with us on Saturday, December 14th at Carr Winery’s Red & White Christmas Bash! The tree will be trimmed, the wine will be flowing, and the holiday cheer will be plentiful. Throw on your favorite red and white attire — a cocktail dress, Santa costume, ugly Christmas sweater, or anything else that puts you in the holiday spirit! Enjoy live music by the Key Party accompanying the evening. A toy donation or $25 for Toys for Tots is encouraged. 101 Cabernet Sauvignon Experience
Thursday, January 1
The Winemakers Studio, Livermore
Discover the history of Cabernet Sauvignon
Cost: $65 per person (minimum of 4 guests to reserve)
Address & Location:
The Winemakers Studio, 5565 Tesla Road, Livermore, CA
Phone: (625) 456-2385
Website: www.wentevineyards.com
Details: Discover the history of Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Dinner
Thursday, January 1
Wente Vineyards Table and Tasting Lounge, Livermore
5-course dinner featuring Cabernet Sauvignon
Cost: $165 per person
Address & Location:
Wente Vineyards Table and Tasting Lounge, 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore, CA
Phone: (925) 456-2450
Website: wentevineyards.com
Details: 5-course dinner exploring the versatility of Cabernet Sauvignon; $165 per person, limited availability
Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Passport
Thursday, January 1
Santa Cruz
Four times a year, on the third Saturday of January, April, July and November, the winegrowing community of the Santa Cruz Mountains comes together to celebrate the generations of farmers, vintners and families that are the roots of this unique mountainous region.
Cost: $75
Address & Location:
Participating Santa Cruz Mountains Wineries, Santa Cruz, CA
Website: scmwa.com
Details: Four times a year, on the third Saturday of January, April, July and November, the winegrowing community of the Santa Cruz Mountains comes together to celebrate the generations of farmers, vintners and families that are the roots of this unique mountainous region. The possibilities are as varied as the wineries themselves and promise a fun, unforgettable experience.
Crab Feast
Thursday, January 1
Wente Vineyards Event Center, Livermore
Family-style crab feast.
Cost: $95 per person
Address & Location:
Wente Vineyards Event Center, 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore, CA
Phone: (925) 456-2425
Website: wentevineyards.com
Details: Join us for a family-style crab feast! Enjoy a pour of Wente Brut upon your arrival and then savor a glass of our nth Degree Chardonnay as you dine on succulent crab. $95/person
An Evening at Ember with Tolosa
Thursday, January 1
Tolosa at Ember, Arroyo Grande
Our Annual Winemaker Dinner at Ember Restaurant promises to deliver an epicurean adventure of elegant Tolosa wines and exquisite cuisine.
Cost: Wine Club Members $140 per person, Guests $155 per person
Address & Location:
Tolosa at Ember, 1200 E Grand Ave, Suite 101,, Arroyo Grande, CA
Phone: (805) 782-0500
Email: concierge@tolosawinery.com
Website: www.tolosawinery.com
Details: Ember is praised for being "quintessentially Californian in its warmth and celebration of the state’s bounty", and Owner/Chef Brian Collins and Tolosa Winemaker Frederic Delivert will craft an exceptional, five-course menu to excite your palate. More details and the full menu will be available in December. To purchase tickets, please email rsvp@tolosawinery.com or visit our website. Due to the nature of this event, we are unable to accommodate dietary restrictions or guests under 21 years of age. Zinfandel Experience 2020
Thursday, January 1
San Francisco
Dine, Learn, Enjoy, Taste with legends and emerging rock stars of Zinfandel. ZinEX is a three-day wine and food extravaganza attracting wine lovers from around the world.
Details: Dine, Learn, Enjoy, Taste with legends and emerging rock stars of Zinfandel. ZinEX is a three-day wine and food extravaganza attracting wine lovers from around the world. Experience the classic character of Zinfandel at four extraordinary events featuring a diverse selection of wines and styles. The weekend includes a Welcome Dine-Around at One Market, Flights seminar, Winemakers Auction & Dinner, and Grand Tasting. ZinEX 2020 features access to winemaker celebrities at three impressive venues, showcasing the talents of winemakers, chefs, and artisanal food purveyors. Your VIP package includes Heritage Club membership, tickets to each of these events and so much more.
Chocolate Jubilee at Vina Robles Winery
Thursday, January 1
Vina Robles Hospitality Center, Paso Robles
A Celebration for Lovers of Wine & Chocolate
Cost: Tickets are $40 per person | $35 per club member
Address & Location:
Vina Robles Hospitality Center, 3700 Mill Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone: (805) 227-4812
Email: info@vinarobles.com
Website: www.vinarobles.com
Details: Join us for an indulgent evening in honor of Wine and Chocolate. Offerings from chocolate vendors and local wineries will include wine and port tastings, chocolate confections, baked goods, and many more exquisite treats. Live music performed by Jack Cimo tops off this benefit for Paso High Theatre Co. To purchase tickets, visit www.vinarobles.com or call 805-227-4812, option 1 Rosé All Day
Thursday, January 1
Wente Vineyards Arroyo Road, Livermore
Sip on rosé while enjoying small bites.
Cost: $40 per person in advance, $50 per person at the door
Address & Location:
Wente Vineyards Arroyo Road, 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore, CA
Phone: (925) 456-2405
Website: wentevineyards.com
Details: Enjoy live music as you sip rosé and various small bites. $40 per person in advance, $50 per person at the door
Valentines Day Winemaker Dinner with Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards
Thursday, January 1
The Alisal River Grill, Solvang
A romantic wine dinner showcasing the wines of Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards.
Cost: $95/person
Address & Location:
The Alisal River Grill, 150 Alisal Road, Solvang, CA
Phone: (805) 686-9336
Email: anjie@llwine.com
Website: www.llwine.com
Details: Lucas & Lewellen will once again be celebrating Valentines Day with their wine family, this year with a Sparkling Wine reception and Valentines Winemaker Dinner at the romantic Alisal River Grill. Royce Lewellen and Louis Lucas, who will be accompanied by their lovely Valentines, will share the background story on featured wines throughout the dinner showcasing impressive culinary pairings. Valentine’s Day Weekend Special at the Wente Vineyards Table and Tasting Lounge
Thursday, January 1
Wente Vineyards Table and Tasting Lounge, Livermore
Special Valentine's Day menu featuring 3 courses paired with wine
Cost: $150 per person
Address & Location:
Wente Vineyards Table and Tasting Lounge, 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore, CA
Phone: (925) 456-2450
Website: wentevineyards.com
Details: Celebrate Love with our special Valentine's Day menu featuring a 3-course meal paired with wine plus a surprise to take home!
BlendFest on the Coast
Thursday, January 1
Oceanpoint Ranch, Cambria
Paso Robles’ winemakers love to blend, mixing varieties to craft something unique and delicious. BlendFest celebrates these rule-breaking, unconventional wines throughout the weekend on the beautiful California Coast.
Cost: $40-$125
Address & Location:
Oceanpoint Ranch, 7200 Moonstone Beach Dr, Cambria, CA
Email: info@pasowine.com
Website: pasowine.com
Details: Paso Robles’ winemakers love to blend, mixing varieties to craft something unique and delicious. BlendFest celebrates these rule-breaking, unconventional wines throughout the weekend on the beautiful California Coast. World of Pinot Noir
Thursday, January 1
Ritz Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The annual World of Pinot Noir event gathers Pinot Noir wineries and winemakers, renowned chefs, sommeliers and scholars in a seaside celebration of this wine.
Cost: 1500
Address & Location:
Ritz Carlton Bacara, 8301 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA
Phone: (805) 966-9222
Email: anna@santabarbaraca.com
Website: www.worldofpinotnoir.com
Details: The annual World of Pinot Noir event gathers the planet’s foremost Pinot Noir wineries and winemakers, renowned chefs, sommeliers and leading wine scholars in a weekend-long seaside celebration of this delicious and storied wine. With seminars, luncheons, parties, tastings, pairings, silent auctions, grand dinners and more; this is the exclusive weekend celebration you won’t want to miss. 精選食譜
