Paso Robles Edition
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Paso’s Roots A small farm town transformed into a thriving wine country
The Early Wineries Winemakers
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A look at how these early farmers changed Paso’s course
Celebrating the season with great wine, food and music!
Summer 2013
Hail the Rosé By Jaylene Marotte
One of my favorite things about summer in Paso is the opportunity to sample the local Rosés that are gaining popularity. If you are like me, all too often you find your pallet bored during the summer months after many days of only drinking white wine. I am an avid white wine drinker and do appreciate the elegant white wines being put forth in Paso Robles. I sometimes miss enjoying a glass of red wine, but when the temperatures are sweltering it is just not enjoyable, to me, to drink red wine. Much to my delight, there is a renaissance of Rosé occurring in Paso Robles with many of my favorite wineries producing interesting, complex and refreshing Rosé. And no, these are not your mama’s boxed Rosé.
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So, in the spirit of summer fun, here are a few of my favorite Rosés to be found in Paso. Try one today!
Graveyard Vineyards Tombstone Pink $15
Eberle Syrah Rosé $18
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Poalillo Angels Share Rosé $20
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MAGAZINE SUMMER 2013 Volume 1 Number 3 | PASO ROBLES EDITION Publisher Jaylene Marotte & Chrystal Tunnell Editor-in-Chief Jaylene Marotte Managing Editor Jacquelyn Quinonez Advertising Chrystal Tunnell Creative Director Penny Fitzgerald Contributing Writers Jaylene Marotte, Jamie Relth, Hayley Thomas, Larry H. PeĂąa
Contributing Photographers Gina DeGirolamo, Lynda Holt, Susy Coon, San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce, El Paso de Robles Historical Society, Poalillo Vineyard, Eberle Winery, Vina Robles, Janell Dusi
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Letter from the Editor
Greetings! It is summer time and the living is: hot! The summer season is an exciting time in the Paso Robles wine country. Sunny days bring extreme heat with many days hanging in the triple digits. However, the evenings can see a 50 degree drop in temperatures, leaving you running for a jacket and warm shoes. Very few places on Earth experience temperature swings like this. This variation of temperatures daily is part of the reason Paso is such a great place to grow grapes for outstanding wine. I personally enjoy the cool evenings to balance the extreme heat of the day. It is nice to sit outside and enjoy a glass of wine and soak in the cool evening breeze. With only Jaylene Marotte a few city lights interfering with the night sky, you are able to get spectacular Editor in Chief starry scenes from almost anywhere in Paso. I grew up a stone’s throw away from Paso in the small city of Arroyo Grande. During my high school years I played water polo on the school team, along with this magazine’s co-founder, Chrystal. I remember when we would have an away game in Paso and the team would travel over the grade to Paso Robles High School. It seemed so far away and so remote and never in my wildest dream did I imagine what a wonderful wine region it would eventually become. Therefore, although I grew up in the area and am familiar with the places and landmarks, I did not personally know many of the historical occurrences that are part of Paso Robles’s colorful history. So, for your benefit and my own, we are taking a trip back in this issue. I wanted to bring a sense of what Paso Robles was like in the early years. How was winemaking introduced in the area and who made it successful? Not unlike other successful wine regions, Paso started as a farming community. Today there are numerous wineries that hold prestigious awards from all over the world and now have winemakers who bring with them depth of experience from other famous wine regions. Why did they choose Paso? The diurnal temperature Chrystal Tunnell variations mentioned earlier play a factor, but are there also other reasons? Publisher As I mentioned earlier in this note, summertime in Paso is unique and hot, so we have created a guide, if you will, of making the most out of a summer trip to Paso and surrounding areas. While it may be hot, there are unique activities to do during the summer making Paso a worthy stop for your summer time travels. Please, read and enjoy this issue and plan a trip to Paso soon. We would love to see you here! Take care and drink more wine! All the best,
Jaylene Marotte Editor in Chief Live, Laugh and Drink Wine!
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Contents Summer 2013 featured 12 Early Paso Robles Timeline 14 DISCOVERING PASO’S ROOTS York Mountain/Epoch & Ignacy Paderewski Janell Dusi Charlie Poalillo
2 WINE Hail the Rosé 8 PASO ROBLES MAP West East
Gary Eberle
32 SUMMER GUIDE
J.Lohr
Concerts in the Park Montana de Oro
24 HISTORY OF PASO
Whale Watching Vina Robles Amphitheater
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around town 28 Restaurant Villa Creek 30 Hotel Paso Robles Inn 42 Event Harvest Festival Weekend 44 UPCOMING EVENTS
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Establishing Paso Robles The Beginning
The Zin Era
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Franciscan Monks begin producing wine for sacrament purposes only.
Ignacy Paderewski plants Zinfandel – Later make his wine at York Mountain Winery.
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1920’s
Adolf Siot began making wine – his winery will later be sold to Joe Rotta.
The Dusi, Martinelli, Busi, Vosti & Bianchi families arrive to the area and begin planting vineyards. Today some of these farms are still being farmed by third & fourth generations.
1882 Acension WInery Established – later becomes York Mountain Winery.
1884 William Ernest starts making wine (descendants later opened Steinbeck Family Farms).
1886 Gerd Klintworth produces the first white wine in the region.
1908 After purchasing Adolf Siot’s winery in 1902 Joe Rotta opens Rotta Winery.
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1923 Frank Pesenti establishes Pesenti Winery – now Turley Winery.
1973 Charles Poalillo purchases a vineyard in Paso. Later opens Poalillo Winery and solidifies his reputation as a legendary Zin producer.
1988 Peachy Canyon is bonded, produces Zinfadel with grapes from Dusi’s farm.
The Emergence of Cabernet & Large Scale Production Dr. Stanley Hoffman (along with enologist Andre Tchelistchneff ) planted some the regions first Cabernet, Pinot Noir & Chardonnay grapes at Hoffman Mountain Ranch Winery. In its time Hoffman Mountain Ranch Winery was the first large-scale modern facility in the area.
1964 Hoffman Mountain Ranch Winery begins producing wine.
1973 Gary Eberle & Cliff Giacobine establish Estrella River Winery which becomes the largest winery in the area. In 1988 Nestle/ Beringer purchase the winery.
1988 J.Lohr expands to Paso from Monterey County – the largest producers of Paso Robles AVA wine.
Introduction of Rhone Style
1989 Robert Haas introduces Rhone style wines to the area through a partnership with the Perrin family and together establish Tablas Creek.
1980 The Paso Robles AVA (American Viticulture Area) was established. Note – Napa received its AVA in 1981.
1981 JUSTIN Winery founded by Justin Baldwin.
1982 Arciero Vineyards & EOS Estate Winery – introduces several new premium Italian varietals.
1983 Kenneth Volk establishes Wild Horse Winery & Vineyard – produces on average 15 different varietals each year (now owned by Constellation Brands). SUMMER 2013 THE WINEPRESS MAGAZINE
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This Sleepy Central Coast Town Transformed into a World Class Wine Region By Jaylene Marotte
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Driving through the windy roads in Paso Robles’ west side, I see how much of the land is still untouched and I imagine how this area might have looked back when the first settlers arrived.
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t must have been a breathtaking sight to view the rolling hills untouched and free of any man-made construction or farms. While the area has certainly been developed over the decades, today the view from the west side of Paso Robles is still undeniably impressive. More than 200 wineries now have vineyards and buildings on the once-pristine rolling hills, however, the feeling of this land is still secluded and quaint. While El Paso de Robles is now gaining worldwide acclaim for the wines being produced in the region, many people probably don’t know that Jesse James’ uncle co-founded the town. Likewise, it is not common knowledge that the wine culture owes credit to a dignitary from Poland who came to seek out the healing water in Paso and later discovered a passion for making wine. California is lined with missions and two are not far from Paso Robles – Mission San Luis Obispo and Mission San Miguel. Friars at these two missions were
the earliest winemakers in this region. The wine they made was exclusively for the purposes of sacrament. Once the missions were secularized in the 1830’s, the vineyards were abandoned and European farmers who immigrated to this area took over. Beginning as a farming town, many of the early settlers farmed the land. Discovering the superior product the land produced, growing and selling grapes became a large part of the agricultural landscape in Paso. Today there are 3rd and 4th generation grape growers. Some have branched out into wine making while others have maintained family traditions of growing the region’s most sought -after grapes. Families including Dusi, Bianchi and Parrish have become acclaimed grape growers and their grapes are used to make some of the area’s most well-known names. In fact, the Parrish family has been in the Paso Robles area so long, the family has P.O. Box #1 at the Atascadero Post Office!
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York Mountain/Epoch and Ignacy Paderewski
A History Entwined
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ommercial winemaking in Paso Robles began in the 1870’s with Andrew York, a rancher, who planted 240 acres of grapes and established Ascension Winery in 1882. Ascension Winery eventually became York Mountain Winery and is located in the York Mountain AVA.
The oldest winery in Paso Robles, York Mountain is now part of Epoch Winery, and is undergoing a face lift. Epoch is working diligently to recognize and preserve the past while producing wines indicative of Paso Robles’ future — stellar. The land where York Mountain Winery originally stood and where Polish dignitary Ignacy Paderewski came for the healing benefit of the hot springs is now incorporated into Epoch’s property. While he was a dignitary in Poland, Paderewski was most well known as a pianist. In his day, he was unrivaled in fame for his talent playing renowned venues including Carnegie Hall in New York. At first the attraction to Paso Robles for Paderewski was the promise of healing effects of the mineral springs found all over the Central Coast. Upon arrival in Paso, Paderewski immediately felt at ease amongst the rolling hills
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the wine culture owes credit to a dignitary from Poland who came to seek out the healing water in Paso
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that reminded him of his homeland, Poland. Paderewski purchased 2,000 acres on the west side of Paso Robles, establishing Rancho San Ignacio. The zinfandel and petit sirah vines later planted on this land would bring Paderewski notoriety far beyond his gift of playing piano.
7505 York Mountain Road Templeton, CA 93465 805.237.7575 www.EpochWines.com
Eventually partnering with the York bothers, Paderewski began producing the region’s first highly acclaimed wine. Until the emergence of Cabernet Sauvignon in the 1980’s, Zinfandel was the most produced wine in the region. Of course, today Zinfandel is still an important varietal in the Paso Robles region with many wineries producing world class zins. With a few remaining vines from Paderewski’s original crop, the team at Epoch is now evaluating whether or not the vines can still produce fruit to revive the preeminent Paderewski Zinfandel that brought early acclaim to the region. Photography | Gina DeGirolamo
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Infamous outlaws Frank & Jesse James are the nephews of one of Paso Robles’ co-founder, Drury James. Both sought refuge in Paso Robles after their infamous 1868 bank heist in Kentucky. Jesse James stayed in Paso until 1869, but would come back for treatment in the therapeutic hot springs periodically until his murder in 1882. After serving three years in prison, Frank James would often visit his uncle in Paso Robles.
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t is rare to spend any time in Paso and not hear the name Dusi as it is synonymous with the highest quality Paso grapes. The Dusi family started growing grapes in this area in the 1920’s and their traditional Italian farming style and incredible work ethic are still priorities today. Janell Dusi, great-granddaughter of the original Dusi farmers, loved growing up on the family farm. As soon as she could walk, Janell was in the fields, learning every aspect of growing grapes and working alongside her brothers, parents and grandparents. To some Janell’s childhood might seem unconventional, but to her it was the only thing she knew. During harvest she would often be late for school after working the fields in the morning. At the age of 16 and after much persuasion, Janell’s grandfather, Dante Dusi, taught her how to make wine – in the “old world” Italian style, of course. She entered her first amateur winemaking competition at the age of 17 and from there she was clearly in her element. Janell recalls former teachers commenting to her later in life how odd they found her teacher gifts of homemade wine, but to Janell it never occurred that others would find this strange, as after all, it was the family business. Admittedly, Janell’s father did not understand her interest in making wine; to him the family farmed the grapes and nothing more. However, Janell’s journey with growing grapes was not complete without this final step. Having an intimate knowledge of growing, picking and crushing the grapes already, it seemed to her only natural to complete the cycle.
Photography | Janell dusi
The Wild Side of Paso Robles’ Roots
Janell Dusi Breaking Family Tradition
With great admiration for her family’s roots and the lessons in work ethic taught at a young age, Janell has successfully developed into a worldclass winemaker. Farming will always be in her blood and when not crafting wines you will still most likely find Janell Dusi working in the vineyard. If she is anything like her grandfather, Dante, and great-uncle, Benito, both of whom still work their own vineyards and are in their 80s, she has many productive years of creating fine wines from her fabulous grapes.
J Dusi Wines J Dusi Wines does not have a tasting room, but the wines are available around Paso Robles for tasting, by the glass and for purchasing. Look for the J Dusi Wines in Paso Robles at: 15 Degrees C Wine Shop and Bar Villa Creek Restaurant Artisan Restaurant Hotel Cheval Paso Wine Center www.JDusiWines.com
Charlie Poalillo A LeZINdary Winemaker
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hile on a business trip in early 1973, Charlie Poalillo came across an article in a magazine about a family who restarted their lives after buying a vineyard. While he did enjoy his job, Poalillo was looking for something more from his life. With the idea that change was possible planted in his head and having regularly visited a growing wine region in California’s Central Coast since 1970, Poalillo had the perfect place in mind to follow his new dream -- Paso Robles. All that was left to do was convince his wife to sell their successful business and home in Woodland Hills and make the move. He came home from that fateful business trip excited and yet also anxious. “I came home and my wife was sitting on the couch. I said to her, “Joyce, I think we should sell the business and the house and buy a vineyard in Paso Robles.” To my surprise she immediately responded, “YES!”” Continued on pg. 20
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In 1973 Paso had one stoplight, three wineries and a bushel of hope to be the next great wine region.
The Poalillo family bought a winery and moved to Paso Robles in 1973. At the time Paso had one stoplight, three wineries and a bushel of hope for a region to be the next great wine region.
Photography | Poalillo Vineyards
Poalillo began dry farming Zinfandel grapes and selling them to wineries from Paso up to Napa. After 20 years of selling grapes and receiving some encouragement from Toby of Tobin James, Poalillo eventually decided to venture into winemaking. In 1992, partnering with Art Norman of Norman Vineyards, Poalillo Vineyards was born. That ’92 Zinfandel would go on to win a gold medal at the Orange County Fair Wine Competition. In 1995, Poalillo received its bond. Over the years, Poalillo has been acclaimed as a legendary Zinfandel maker, both formally and informally mentoring many up and coming winemakers flocking to this growing wine region. Teaching a class at a local community college many of his students would go on to be winery owners & winemakers themselves. Three years ago, Charlie Poalillo sold the winery to his daughter, Susan, and her husband David, who capably and lovingly have carried the torch. Visiting the Poalillo Vineyards tasting room you see the perfect blend of past and present. Pictures
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of Hollywood stars adorn the walls, all of them taken by Poalillo during his past life as a photojournalist. His daughter, Susan, energetically greets visitors while the knowledgeable staff walks guests through the wine tasting process with professionalism. The passing on of years of wisdom and knowledge, farming skills and passion for winemaking make it evident Poalillo Vineyards will continue to competently represent the past, while also forging a bright path for the future.
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Poalillo Vineyards 7970 Vineyard Drive Paso Robles, CA 93446 805-238-0621 www.PoalilloVineyards.com
Gary Eberle Raising Paso
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enerally speaking, there are two kinds of winemakers: those who stumbled upon this passion for winemaking and those who never considered doing anything else.
Gary Eberle was born to be a winemaker and from an early age set out to make this his career. Eberle is now entering his fortieth year making wine since graduating with his Doctorate in Enology & Viticulture at UC Davis. Today his passion for making wine is just as strong, if not stronger than when he first began.
Eberle co-founded the Paso Robles AVA in 1980, with Cabernet Sauvignon being the first wine with the Paso AVA on it. Today Cabernet Sauvignon is the leading varietal in Paso Robles with over a third of the region’s planted wine grape acreage devoted to the Cab grape. When Eberle first started making wine in the Paso region, there were only a handful of other wineries in the area. “Everyone knew each other, we were all friends. All the ones that started back then are much larger now,” Eberle proudly explained. From his perspective, the winemakers of the world did not take Paso Robles seriously until there were 50-60 wineries in the region. Today there are several notable winemakers who have moved to Paso to make their wine and that has brought the recognition sought after by those early winemakers. The vitality seen in the area with world-class restaurants and hotels are another welcome aspect of Paso’s current landscape.
“It is because of the wine industry that you are seeing these great restaurants and things to do here. When I first came here you didn’t have options of places to stay or eat.” While Eberle was an instrumental early Paso winemaker and helped champion the Cabernet Sauvignon movement, he knew the area had the potential to make great wines from several varieties. Eberle was the first to plant Syrah in the Unites States after prohibition ended. Today, Eberle’s Syrah grapes are the source for almost all the Syrah produced in the United States. The entire Paso Robles wine community would surely look much differently had Gary Eberle not been here to make his mark.
Eberle Winery 3810 Highway 46 East Paso Robles, CA 93446 805-238-9607 www.EberleWinery.com
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Photography | SUSY COON, EBERLE WINERY
While at UC Davis, Eberle made numerous trips to the barely-touched Paso Robles region. Several professors who were enthusiastic about Paso and the unique soil and climate would take students to Paso to collect soil samples. With a hope that his professors’ prediction that Paso Robles would become the next big red producing area, Gary left UC Davis, degree in hand, and began working for Estrella. A decade later Estrella River was sold and Eberle Winery was bonded in 1983.
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J. Lohr Defining a Region; Defining a Brand
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hen Jerry Lohr arrived in Paso Robles, he had already been growing grapes and making wine for more than 10 years. His first vineyard in Monterey County was planted in 1972 after an extensive search throughout California. After successfully growing and making wine in Monterey County, Lohr sought out the next great growing region for Cabernet Sauvignon. In 1986, he planted Cabernet in his newly-acquired Paso vineyard. Lohr saw tremendous promise for the region and immediately identified with the people of this community. The locals had a pioneering spirit that was similar to Lohr’s family values and that of his winery. A quintessential ranching community, Paso appealed to Lohr’s similar upbringing on a South Dakota farm. While J.Lohr has grown to become one of the most widely distributed wines in Paso, a sense of family is felt as soon as one enters the tasting room. As one of the largest wineries to remain estate-focused and independent, family is at the very heart of this winery. As a successful winery, J. Lohr has a guiding principal of growing grapes in the regions they will do best. Paso has the most ideal environment and soil for big reds like Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Sirah, Merlot, and Syrah, all of which J. Lohr Winery proudly grows. With a recent resurgence in popularity of Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varietals, J.Lohr teamed up with other local wineries which focus on Bordeaux to form the CAB (Cabernet and Bordeaux) Collective. In April 2013 the group held their first event as a collective which was well received and is sure to help continue the popularity of Cabernet and all the Bordeaux varietals.
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There is a common thread amongst the diverse background of Paso’s beginnings; the wine industry is fueling the future. The humble beginnings of not just the winemakers, growers and proprietors but that of the community laid the foundation for a thriving industry to be built. With the injection of tourism and commerce stemming from the many facets of the
Photography | J.Lohr WINERY
While it is integral to their achievements in the industry, investing in the quality of their wine is not the only focus at J.Lohr; people are also an important factor to their success story. They know training and incorporating employees into the Lohr family are keys to enriching the experiences of those who visit their tasting rooms. When J. Lohr Winery was established in Paso Robles in 1986, they were winery #17. Today there are more than 200 wineries in the region. With this early perspective on the area, they are excited to see how the city has grown from a small ranching community to an acclaimed wine country destination. The region is flourishing with jobs and vitality that could only come from the winning combination of a high value crop like grapes and the family-centered spirit of the people who saw the potential for greatness here.
wine industry, this sleepy Central Coast town has been awakened. A place that still is reminiscent of “The Good Ole’ Days” when parents could comfortably let their kids walk to the park by themselves or stay out after dark and not worry about their safety. With the development of Paso Robles into such a close-knit community, a new generation is growing up to realize they can make a decent living, raise their children and live in a place widely recognized as a desirable place to live.
J. Lohr Winery 6169 Airport Road Paso Robles, CA 93446 805-239-8900 www.jlohr.com
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Mineral Baths, Almonds and Wine
Paso Robles journey to top-notch wine region By Hayley Thomas
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aso Robles is now on the map as a world-class wine region, but its beginnings were humble, indeed. El Paso de Robles, or “Pass of the Oaks” has attracted visitors for hundreds of years thanks to its abundance of bubbling natural hot springs. The area’s first residents, Salinan Indians, enjoyed the soothing, natural mineral baths far before James and Daniel Blackburn purchased the area through the Rancho Paso de Robles Mexican Land Grant back in 1857. Soon thereafter, this scenic region became a rest stop for travelers of the El Camino Real Trail. Franciscan priests from nearby Mission San Miguel constructed the area’s first mineral baths, a welcome attraction for the regions early homesteaders. These pioneer families — many whose descendants still reside in the area today — founded dairy farms and planted apples, almonds and vineyards among the oaks. The Southern Pacific Railroad soon brought prosperity, and the construction of a centralized town site, to Paso Robles.
Franciscan priests from
In 1889, the same year Paso Robles was incorporated as a city, builders broke ground on the renowned El Paso de Robles Hotel, which featured sprawling gardens, a nine-hole golf course and 32 individual mineral baths.
mineral baths, a welcome
By 1914, Paso Robles had become a full-fledged tourist destination, and Polish pianist and statesman Ignacy Paderewski, known worldwide for his compositions, took residence at the hotel.
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nearby Mission San Miguel constructed the area’s first attraction for the regions early homesteaders.
PHOTO graphy | EL PASO DE ROBLES HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Before Paso Robles was known for award winning wine, it was known for its almonds
This acclaimed Paso Roblan would go on to plant the area’s first zinfandel grapes, now synonymous with the region. Crafted at Paso’s oldest winery, York Winery, the wine garnered top awards. Throughout the decades since, throngs of winemakers followed Paderewski’s footsteps. However, before Paso Robles was known for award winning wine, it was known for its almonds - This small California Central Coast community boasted the largest concentration of almond orchards in the world. In addition, outlying area ranches raised cattle, horses, grain crops, garden produce and fruit. Although many of these ranches have since been converted to vineyards (there are now more than 200 wineries in the region) agriculture is still celebrated each October through the city’s community wide Pioneer Day Parade.
reconstructed, streets evolved from dirt to pavement and horses are no longer seen in Downtown City Park — wine grapes have provided a lasting legacy one can sip, swirl and savor.
The city of El Paso de Robles is celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2014. Information on upcoming events to commemorate the occasion can be found at www.Paso125.wordpress.com.
Although many things have changed over the years — the El Paso de Robles Hotel burned down in 1940 and was
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Restaurant
VILLA
CREEK
A Paso Robles culinary tradition
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By Hayley Thomas
ris Cherry, owner of Villa Creek Restaurant, has seen historic downtown Paso Robles shift from a proverbial culinary desert to a lush and diverse bounty of food offerings.
Attracted to the area’s budding wine scene, he and wife JoAnn left San Diego to open the eatery in 1998. Villa Creek is now one of the oldest fine dining establishments in downtown Paso with a respected reputation for local, fresh and flavorful flare. For the past 12 years, Chef Tom Fundaro has prepared many organically – and sustainably-farmed dishes for locals and wine tourists alike.
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“We believe in integrity of the product with simple preparation,” said Cherry of the Mediterranean and Spanishinspired menu. Back in the late 1990s, Paso Robles did not have much in the way of culinary color. Prior to the opening of Villa Creek and Bistro Laurent — which opened a year before, in 1997 — the only downtown “fine dining” amounted to a single diner, according to Cherry. “With the exception of McPhee’s in Templeton, that was really all we had in the North County,” he said. “What we were looking to do was to come in with a menu that would be accepted by locals as well as out-of-towners.” With its expansive local and international wine list, early California mission atmosphere and emphasis on fresh, rustically prepared food, Villa Creek was, and is, a hit with both crowds. “As we evolved over the years, we played more with sourcing local organic products and slowly increased the bar with regards to the quality of the cuisine at the restaurant,” said Cherry. The Cherrys’ 60-acre Paso Robles Maha Estate Ranch is home to dairy goats, chickens, Berkshire pigs and vast array of fruits and vegetables often used in Villa
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Villa Creek is a place to enjoy yourself with family and friends
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Creek’s seasonal recipes. The couple also own and operate Villa Creek Cellars off Peachy Canyon Road. Now in its 16th year, Villa Creek has continued to delight patrons with its timeless combination of high quality foods simply served. With its outdoor patio overlooking scenic Downtown City Park, guests at Villa Creek can enjoy their food while simultaneously taking part in a Paso Robles tradition. “We want to welcome you into our house,” said Cherry. “Villa Creek is a place to enjoy yourself with family and friends.”
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Hotel
Historic
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By Jamie Relth
ong before there was wine in Paso Robles, there was water. Hot, sulphuric, mineral water. And it was this precious liquid of the earth that beckoned people to Paso Robles and laid the foundations for today’s wine-focused tourism.
Native Americans soaked in the springs. Franciscan priests from the mission era traveled from San Miguel to build the first mineral baths. Weary 49ers dunked their dusty bodies in the hot, healing wells. And in 2014, 150 years’ worth of tourists will have traveled to the springs to restore their health and rest their bodies. The long tradition of soaking in the mineral water takes place at the Paso Robles Inn, using the same hot springs and on the same grounds as the historic El Paso de Robles Hotel property, established in 1864. Fires and earthquakes rocked the foundations over the years, but each time a bigger and better hotel arose from the ashes. At one point, the hotel boasted a seven-acre garden and nine-hole golf course as well as the large plunge bath that was considered exemplary by international standards. Hey-day hotel guests included the likes of Jack Dempsey, Theodore Roosevelt, Bob Hope, and Clark Gable. Even the Chicago White Sox came for the rejuvenating powers of the hot springs. More recent history of the inn follows the vision and leadership of Martin Resorts, which started revitalization at the hotel’s very roots by re-drilling the hot mineral spring well and piping the hot waters to private guestroom tubs. Upgrades continued in the rooms, at the Coffee Shop and Steakhouse, in the large ballroom, and in the rebuilt swimming pool and spa. The most recent renovation was the completion of the Jesse James Building, named after the notorious outlaw who, as legend has it, soaked his gunshot wounds at the springs
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• Wine Rail Excursions on the 2nd Sunday Every Month between Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo On Amtrak’s Coast Starlight over the scenic Cuesta Grade • Special Excursions to Santa Barbara monthly – next on July 31 Round Trips on Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner • Pomar Junction’s Famous Train Wreck Friday Parties Excursions on July 19, Aug 16, Sep 20 & Oct 18 • Railroad Festival Family Excursions - Oct. 10 – 13
Online Tickets, Details and Video at www.ccrrf.com Central Coast Railroad Festival: 805-773-4173
and worked at the hotel while hiding out with his uncle, hotel owner Drury James. But while the Paso Robles Inn’s modern amenities speak to the contemporary crowd of wine tourists, the past is properly preserved as well. The steaming natural waters still seep up from the earth to fill its tubs, and the hospitable arms of the hotel remain outstretched to travelers who find themselves passing through the downtown center, in need of little R&R.
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What you need to know to make the most of your summer trip!
El Paso de Robles, is California Central Coast’s land of undulating vineyards, oak-studded hills and an authentic, welcoming feel locals and visitors alike are bound to experience. Whether strolling through the city’s charming downtown or sipping wine at one of the region’s more than 200 wineries, Paso offers extensive outdoor activities, culinary adventures and artistic events this summer.
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A few tips to keep in mind before your getaway to beautiful Paso Robles: Be weather- ready
The temperatures in Paso Robles are known to spike into triple digits throughout the summer months, which means plenty of sunscreen and staying hydrated throughout the days of your visit. In contrast, Paso nights can be quite cold, cooling down to the 50s or below in the evening, so be sure to pack a sweater before you head out for the night.
Plan ahead
Paso Robles wine country is an expansive area. More than 200 wineries await travelers, and many tasting rooms lie off the beaten path. When cell reception gets spotty, be prepared with traditional maps or a GPS device. For best results, plan your wine tasting fun ahead of time.
Ask a local
Whether one is seeking a gourmet, locally grown meal, a scenic tour through wine country or a relaxing stay at one of the area’s many charming bed and breakfasts, Paso Robles is a perfect vacation destination. Not sure what to try next? Ask a local. They will be happy to point you in the right direction and offer inside knowledge on this amazing city in the country.
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Concerts in the Park 2013
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Local bands grace Downtown City Park’s quaint gazebo each Friday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. from June 14 through August 23
Indulge
Summer evenings in Paso Robles are something to savor. From the warm fragrant breezes and dreamy sunsets to the captivating music in Downtown City Park, there is something for everyone to appreciate. Surrounded by lush lawns in picturesque Downtown Paso Robles, it is easy to get into the laid back Central Coast state of mind when the Concerts in the Park are on the agenda. Before you embark on a night of summer music, it is a good idea to pack a low-backed beach chair and blankets for comfortable seating. Setting up a cozy spot and popping the cork on a fabulous bottle of wine are the only preparations needed for this weekly event.
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As for munchies, Concerts in the Park attendees can either bring their own snacks or purchase food from carefully selected culinary vendors that compliment the live music featured each week. The music and food combinations are truly tasteful: Country crooner Monte Mills is paired with tasty down-home barbeque, while the world fusion band Incendio will be featured on the same evening as some incredible global eats courtesy of Odyssey World Café. As in years past, this unique local event will remain free to the public this summer. Come for the music amongst the oaks without spending a dime. And, if you share your wine, you may even forge a few new friendships!
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2013 Lineup June 14: Damon Castillo Band (Old School Soul) Food provided by Berry Hill Bistro June 21: Ruckus (Rock) Food provided by Thomas Hill Organics Bistro June 28: Northstar Session (Rock) Food provided by Cool Hand Luke’s Steakhouse July 5: Human Nation (Brazillian Funk Fusion) Food provided by Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse July 12: Small Kicks (Heartland Rock) Food provided by Chico’s Café July 19: Guy Budd & Inga Swearingen (Rhythm & Blues) Food provided by Red Scooter Deli August 2: Paisanos Band (Classic Country Rock) Food provided by Chubby Chandler’s Pizza August 9: JD Project (Blues/Soul/Country) Food provided by Odyssey World Café August 16: Monte Mills (Country Western) Food provided by F. McLintock’s Saloon August 23: Incendio (World Fusion) Food provided by Estrella
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Montana de Oro
A natural wonder with activities for the whole family By Hayley Thomas
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alifornia State Park Montana de Oro is a prime example of California’s Central Coast beauty. This natural wonder features more than 8,000 acres of cliffs, coastal plains, streams and canyons to explore. Amongst that expansive wilderness one will find the park’s 1,347-foot Valencia Peak, which offers up breathtaking views and fresh, sea air. Every year, nearly 1 million people flock to Spooner’s Cove to swim, surf and relax. Visitors can spend the day splashing through vibrant tide pools, hiking rugged terrain or lounging on miles of secluded beaches. Mountain bikers are encouraged to check out the area’s many trails and horseback riders can take advantage of stunning beach rides and equestrian campsites. Those who wish to spend a little more time exploring the state park may spot glimpses of black-tailed deer and even the black oystercatcher, a distinct black shorebird with a piercing call. For those who want to get even closer to nature, visitors are welcome to bring fishing gear and drop a line in the surf or head out for an awe-inspiring nature trail walk. Guided tours are also available to those seeking a unique, in-depth educational experience. Known for its colorful, spring-blooming wildflowers and breathtaking vistas, Montana de Oro’s “Mountains of Gold” offer up spectacular outdoor activities sure to delight families and naturalists alike.
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The Humpbacks of Morro Bay Whale Watching with Sub Sea Tours By Jamie Relth
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he ocean can be slow to show you her secrets. Sometimes, though after an hour of straining your eyes on the horizon you are finally rewarded with an amazing sight, the famously acrobatic, jumping humpback whales that spend their summers in Estero Bay will leap into view. The whales are enormous and somehow still graceful making the patient work of watching the water well worth the investment. To experience the wonder and majesty of these enormous, blubbery beasts—as well as a number of other species like gray, blue, minke, fin and “killer” orca whales— nothing guarantees a better time than a ride with the whale watching company Sub Sea Tours in Morro Bay. Led by the warm and affable owner and skipper, Kevin Winfield, who has helmed various vessels from San Diego to Alaska since 1978, Sub Sea Tours offers kayak rentals and glassbottomed boat tours in the bay in addition to whale watching expeditions aboard the 33-foot power catamaran, the Dos Osos. Even after 13 years of scanning the local horizon for the telltale signs of an approaching pod, Winfield says he still
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gets excited when he spots that one little puff off in the distance. “First of all, whales are cool,” he explains in his approachable style, telling of memorable times whales spouted directly below the boat or swam upside down and showed their bellies. But, also, he keeps in mind that he has a boatful of people hoping to get a glimpse of the aquatic giants. “So, I give it 110 percent out there.” If anyone can find the humpback whales in Estero Bay, our bet is on Kevin Winfield.
Call 805-772-9463 or visit www.SubSeaTours.com to make reservations or for information on departure times and tour prices.
The whales are enormous and somehow still graceful, making the patient work of watching the water well worth the investment.
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Vina Robles
Amphitheater
A world-class concert venue on the Central Coast
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By Larry Peña
his summer Vina Robles Winery in Paso Robles opens the inaugural season of a new 3,300-seat boutique outdoor amphitheater. With intimate seating and a diverse all-star lineup of entertainment events, the venue will be a unique addition to the Central Coast. “Wine, food and the arts have always been a classic pairing here at Vina Robles,” says Simone Michele, director of customer relations and marketing. “The amphitheater project is just the next step that affords us the opportunity to expand our offerings and showcase an even broader selection of artists from around the world and to make Vina Robles a premier wine country destination.” Because of its unique location, the amphitheater is able to provide an ideal mid-way venue for performers traveling between bigger concerts in Santa Barbara and the Bay Area. The opening season lineup at Vina Robles Amphitheater includes a broad range of acts including – singers Tony Bennett and Darius Rucker, blues rockers ZZ Top and comedian George Lopez. And with only 150 feet between the stage and the furthest seat, the amphitheater provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to see these amazing acts up close and personal. As one might expect, at Vina Robles Amphitheater the live entertainment is only part of the total entertainment experience. Vina Robles Winery boasts an impressive collection of delicious, wellbalanced and food-friendly wines. Not to be missed are their 2012 Viognier, the 2009 Petit Syrah, and the incredible 2008 Syrée. Tickets to all scheduled concerts are on sale now. The inaugural Vina Robles Amphitheater concert season runs July through November.
Vina Robles Amphitheater is located at 3700 Mill Road Paso Robles, CA 93446 For more information on this venue’s schedule of upcoming events, visit www.VinaRoblesAmphitheater.com.
Summer Events Vina Robles Amphitheater Yes July 6 Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers/ Railroad Earth July 9 Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion July 14 ZZ Top July 30 Lyle Lovett and his Large Band August 8 Los Lobos/Los Lonely Boys/ Alejandro Escovedo August 9 Tony Bennett August 10
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Michael Franti & Spearhead August 14 Darius Rucker August 15 Ziggy Marley/Steel Pulse August 30
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Peter Frampton with B.B. King August 31 Sammy Hagar September 4 The Doobie Brothers September 14 George Lopez September 21 Lynyrd Skynyrd September 22 Bonnie Raitt October 3 Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers featuring Eddie Brickell October 8 John Fogerty October 11 Joe Satriani October 25 The Moody Blues October 29
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Event
Harvest
Wine Weekend
By Hayley Thomas
Wine tasters are privy to intimate, behind-thescenes looks into the inner workings of Paso Robles wine country
Harvest Wine Weekend is coming! There
is nothing that identifies quite as authentically “Paso Robles” as Harvest Wine Weekend. It is a productive and busy time of year for local growers, winemakers and tasting room personnel alike. As a result, wine tasters are privy to intimate, behind-the-scenes looks into the inner workings of Paso Robles wine country, spanning from the crush pad to the sprawling vineyards ripe with fruit. A frenetic excitement permeates the air that can mean only one thing: A new vintage is just around the corner. From Friday, October 18th through Sunday, October 20th, 2013, travelers and wine tasters of all experience levels are encouraged to take part in what is sure to be another epic Harvest Wine Weekend in Paso Robles. There will be a range of special wine-centric offerings across Paso, including illuminating vineyard tours, educational tastings and lively winemaker dinners. There’s something for everyone, from participating in a grape stomp, attending a blending seminar or simply sipping, swirling and savoring the wines while admiring the turning Live Oak leaves. Across the wine region, many celebratory events are planned to take place during Harvest Wine Weekend in Paso Robles. With more than 120 wineries honoring the occasion in true Paso style. There will be live music, creative food offerings and an emphasis on wine production across dozens of local wineries. For those who wish to experience not only the tasting room, but also the blood, sweat and tears behind the Paso wines they love, Harvest Wine Weekend — featuring more than 400 wine varieties — is an ideal fall event for all.
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Upcoming ActivitieS July 2013
Every Saturday Live Entertainment DAOU Vineyards www.DaouVineyards.com 2nd Sun every MONTH Wine Rail Excursions - SLO to Paso Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday Food & Wine Pairings DAOU Vineyards www.DaouVineyards.com 7/17 to 7/28 CA Mid State Fair www.MidStateFair.com 7/19 Cuesta Ridge Mtn Boys Concert Silver Horse Winery www.SilverHorse.com 7/19 Wine Rail ExcursionsPomar Junction Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com 7/20 7pm SLOFolks Indoor Concert at Castoro Cellars John Jorgenson Quintet Castoro Cellars www.CastoroCellars.com 7/20 Painting Party at Eberle Winery Eberle Winery www.EberleWinery.com 7/20 Wine + Food Pairing Cruise on the Papagallo II (Morro Bay) Niner Winery www.NinerWine.com
7/27 Summer Concert Series: King Cody Poalillo Vineyards www.PoalilloVineyards.com
7/30 Rhone Rangers Varietal Nights Event SummerWood Winery www.SummerWoodWine.com 7/31 Wine Rail Excursions Santa Barbara Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com
August 2013 2nd Sun every MONTH Wine Rail Excursions SLO to Paso Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com 8/2 Dance the Night Away - West Coast Swing with Rose of Zinfandel & Malbec Villa San Juliette www.VillaSanJuliette.com 8/3 SLOFolks Outdoor Concert Oliver Mtukudzi & the Black Spirits Castoro Cellars www.CastoroCellars.com 8/6 Summer Wine and Tapas Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse www.PasoRoblesInn.com 8/10 Summer Concert Series Tennessee Jimmy Poaillio Vineyards www.PoalilloVineyards.com Cooking Class - Bacon Bliss Niner Winery www.NinerWine.com
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Wine in the Vines - Code Blues J&J Cellars www.JJCellars.com 8/11 Lazy Locals Outdoor Concert Luke Byron Band Castoro Cellars www.CastoroCellars.com 8/16 Wine Rail Excursions Pomar Junction Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com 8/17 Night Under The Stars Dinner Pasolivo www.Pasolivo.com Paso Robles Olive Festival www.PasoRoblesOliveFestival.com Winemaker Dinner DAOU Vineyards www.DaouVineyards.com 8/18 Wine Country Auction Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance www.PasoWine.com 8/23 Gypsy All Stars Concert Silver Horse Winery www.SilverHorse.com Eberle’s First Dine in the Vines Dinner Eberle Winery www.EberleWinery.com 8/24 Mac N Cheese Fest Le Vigne Winery PasoMacAndCheeseFest.com Saturday Live feat - Nataly Lola Vina Robles www.VinaRobles.com
AROUND TOWN Summer Concert Series Acoustico Dave Poalillo Vineyards www.PoalilloVineyards.com
9/1 Pops by the Sea SLO Symphony www.SLOSymphony.com
SLOFolks Outdoor Concert Yves Lambert Trio Castoro Cellars www.CastoroCellars.com
8/31-9/1 Beaverstock 30th Anniv Celebrations with Headliners Dave Mason and Tower of Power Castoro Cellars www.CastoroCellars.com
9/6 Dance The Night Away- East Coast Swing with Albarino & Cab Franc Villa San Juliette www.VillaSanJuliette.com
Wine in the Vines Live Music Rewined J&J Cellars www.JJCellars.com
Labor Day Celebration - Music, Gourmet Food Truck & Wine Niner Winery www.NinerWine.com Pinedorado Days in Cambria Lions Club of Cambria www.Pinedorado.com
September
2nd Sun every MONTH Wine Rail Excursions - SLO to Paso Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com
9/7 Summer Concert Series: Rewind Poalillo Vineyards www.PoalilloVineyards.com 9/13 Susan Chumley & Side Roads Concert Silver Horse Winery www.SilverHorse.com 9/14 Cooking Class: The Wonderful World of Crab Niner Winery www.NinerWine.com
9/20 Wine Rail Excursions Pomar Junction Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com 9/21 Summer Concert Series: Burning James and The Funky Flame Poalillo Vineyards www.PoalilloVineyards.com 9/22 Harvest Tour de Vin First Crush Cellars www.FirstCrushWineMaking.com
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Upcoming ActivitieS CONTINUED Lazy Locals Outdoor Concert Burning James and the Funky Flames Castoro Cellars www.CastoroCellars.com 9/28-29 Sunset SAVOR the Central Coast Visit San Luis Obispo www.SavorCentralCoast.com
October 2nd Sun every MONTH Wine Rail ExcursionsSLO to Paso Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com 10/4 Dance the Night Away West Coast Swing with Rose of Zinfandel & Malbec Villa San Juliette www.VillaSanJuliette.com 10/4-10/6 Crush Encounters First Crush Cellars www.FirstCrushWineMaking.com 10/5 Summer Concert Series - Kaye Bohler Poalillo Vineyards www.PoalilloVineyards.com Cooking Class: Italian Cuisine Niner Winery www.NinerWine.com SLOFolks Outdoor Concert Montana Skies Castoro Cellars www.CastoroCellars.com
Bocce Ball Tournament Eberle Winery www.EberleWinery.com 10/10-10/13 Railroad Festival Family Excursions Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com 10/18 Wine Rail Excursions - Pomar Junction Wine Rail Excursions www.ccrrf.com Harvest Festival Dinner in the Eberle Winery Caves featuring Chef Tre Wilcox from Food Network Eberle Winery www.EberleWinery.com The Tipsy Gypsies Concert Silver Horse Winery www.SilverHorse.com 10/19 Summer Concert Series Midnight Express Poalillo Vineyards www.PoalilloVineyards.com 10/19-21 Harvest Wine Weekend Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance www.PasoWine.com 10/19 Sentio Under The Stars SummerWood Winery www.SummerWoodWine.com
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