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October 14, 2012 · 4:08 pm

Harvest Wine Weekend 2012 in Paso Robles California

Harvest Wine Weekend allows you to design your own Paso Robles Wine Country getaway. Located along California’s Central Coast, Paso Robles is has a weekend of Harvest activities from October 19 – 21, 2012.

English: Part of the Justin Winery vineyard in...

English: Part of the Justin Winery vineyard in Paso Robles, California (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

HARVEST IN PASO ROBLES WINE COUNTRY is a time filled with the scent of ripened fruit, scenic drives through rolling hills of red and gold, and the culmination of a year of hard work; the anticipation of a new vintage. We invite you to discover Paso Robles Wine Country during the busiest and most celebrated time of year – Harvest!

English: The new clock tower across from the c...

English: The new clock tower across from the city park in Paso Robles (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

WHEN: The 2012 Harvest Wine Weekend, October 19 – 21, 2012
Join the festivities in the vineyards, on the crush pad, and in the tasting rooms.

There are vineyard tours, special tastings and winemaker dinners. Take part in a blending seminar or participate in a two-ton grape stomp.

Click here to request a printed copy of the Harvest Wine Weekend brochure.

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ www.vino-con-vista.com

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April 22, 2012 · 11:24 am

30th Annual Paso Robles Wine Festival 2012

WHEN: 30th Annual Paso Robles Wine Festival

May 18 – 20, 2012

Paso robles Station California

Paso robles Station California (Photo credit: Loco Steve)

California’s majestic Central Coast is home to the Central Coast AVA  American Viticultural Area that runs from Santa Barbara County in the south to the San Francisco Bay Area in the north. This AVA includes: Monterey, Paso Robles and Santa Barbara. Paso Robles is in the San Luis Obispo Region of the Central Coast about 156 miles south of Monterey and about 137 miles north of Santa Barbara.

Photo of Hearst Castle outdoor pool

Photo of Hearst Castle outdoor pool (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

The Paso Robles WIne Festival is one of the largest outdoor wine festivals in Claifornia. It is always held on the 3rd weekend in May in charming downtown City Park. There’s always a Friday night RESERVE Event and a Grand Tasting on Saturday.

If you are going to this wine festival, consider visiting Hearst Castle where newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst created his private retreat on scenic Highway I in San Simeon.

William Randolph Hearst, American newspaper mogul

William Randolph Hearst, American newspaper mogul (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

The project was designed by architect Julia Morgan between 1919 and 1947. The Castle is about 2.5 hours from Monterey, but relatively close to Paso Robles.

Owner William Randolph Hearst with architect J...

Owner William Randolph Hearst with architect Julia Morgan in 1926. Photograph by Irvin Willat. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Hearst Castle, San Simeon, CA. Nederlands: Hea...

Hearst Castle, San Simeon, CA. Nederlands: Hearst Castle, San Simeon, CA. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

The Hearst Corporation donated the property to the state of California and it is a state historic park.   Tour the gardens, pools and terraces. Admire the collection of art and antiques. This is one of the world’s greatest historic house museums. For more information visit www.hearstcastle.com

The indoor pool at Hearst Castle in San Simeon...

The indoor pool at Hearst Castle in San Simeon, California. The pool is lit by windows as well as skylights in the floor of the tennis court above. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Hearst Castle, "Casa Grande"

Hearst Castle, "Casa Grande" (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

In Paso Robles Wine Country “EACH GLASS OF PASO WINE that you hold in your hand is a vibrant romance; a romance characterized by the capricious Mother Nature and the steadfast wine-maker. This raucous relationship begins in the vineyard, is nurtured in the winery and flourishes in the bottle. It is only then that this personification of the wine-maker’s passion finds its way into our homes, families and favorite memories.”

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At the 30th annual Paso Robles Wine Festival, about 80 wineries will converge on the Paso Robles Wine Festival in Downtown City Park. Local chefs will be on hand throughout the weekend highlighting their flavorful cuisine.

Paso Robles is distinct and different for a number of reasons:

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 1. The Paso Robles Wine Country is centrally located between San Francisco and Los Angeles. The area is located along California’s Central Coast.

2. This is California’s fastest growing wine region and largest geographic appellation. The territory encompasses more than 26,000 vineyard acres and more than 200 wineries.

3. The distinct micro-climates, diverse soils and long growing season, converge to create a unique wine region that is endowed with optimal growing conditions for producing premium and ultra-premium wines.

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4. More than 40 wine grape varieties are grown in Paso Robles, ranging from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Syrah, Viognier and Roussanne. Zinfandel is the area’s heritage wine varietal.

5. Paso Robles has the greatest diurnal (day to night) temperature swing; typically 40 to 50 degrees during the growing season. This is the widest swing of any appellation in California due to cooling marine air of Pacific Ocean. This extreme temperature swing is responsible for the great balance in acid and tannins found in Paso Robles wines.

Here’s a copy of the festival brochure: http://www.pasowine.com/files/2012FinalWineFestBrochureWeb.pdf

 For updates join the event e-mailing list.

Some of the other annual events near Paso Robles Wine Country include:

The Zinfandel Festival in March

The Harvest Wine Festival on the 3rd Weekend in October

Sunset Savor the Central Coast in Santa Margarita in October

The Big Sur WIne and Food Festival in November.

For a treat, book a room at the Just Inn at the Justin Winery. www.justinwine.com

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ www.vino-con-vista.com

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April 5, 2012 · 10:33 am

Hospice du Rhone 2012: The Biggest Rhone Wine Event on Earth

Français : Grenache, grape variety

Français : Grenache, grape variety (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Hospice du Rhone is the biggest Rhone Wine Event on Earth. The three-day wine event at the Paso Robles Event Center is “a palate provoking weekend embracing the enchantment, history and tastes of the twenty-two Rhône varieties.”

At this spectacular event, you can savor exceptional cuisine at the world’s largest celebration of the 22 international Rhône varieties. These varieties are:

Oak wine barrels stacked upon galet rocks in a...

Oak wine barrels stacked upon galet rocks in amidst a vineyard in the Southern Rhone Valley wine region of Chateauneuf-du-Pape in France. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

  • Bourboulenc: (Burr-buh-lanc) light bodied, delicate floral, citrus, peach, melon, earth
  • Camarese: (Cam-are-ess) firm, tannins, delicate aromatics, pepper, spice
  • Carignane Noir: (Care-ig-non No-our) tannic, solid acidity, good color, cherry, raspberry, pepper
  • Cinsault Noir: (Sahn-so No-our) elegant, soft & lightly aromatic, strawberry, raspberry, smoke, earth
  • Clairette Blanc: (Claret Blan) big bodied, floral, aromatic, honeysuckle, tropical flowers, tropical fruits
  • Clairette Rose: (Clare-et Rose) light aromatics, fruit notes, soft strawberry, cherry, rose petal
  • Counoise Noir: (Coon-wahz No-our) lively acidity, spice, richness, raspberry, cherry, cranberry
  • Grenache Blanc: (Gra-nash blan) big bodied, soft, delicate peach, melon, pear
  • Grenache Gris: (Gra-Nash Gree) full-bodied, light in color, delicate strawberry, cherry, rose petal
  • Grenache Noir: (Gra-Nash o-our) big bodied, supple, & rich strawberry, raspberry, blackberry, black pepper
  • Marsanne: (Mar-san) broad palate, soft & rich, peach, nectarine, stone fruits, tuberose, sweet nuts
  • Mourvèdre: (More-ved) tannic, deeply colored, aromatic, black currant, dark cherries, leather, smoke, earth
  • Muscardin: (Mus-car-dan) floral, aromatic, firmly structured, rose petal, barnyard, earth
  • Muscat a Petits Grains: (Mus-cat ah Pet-eet Grahn) aromatic, floral, musk, honey, honeysuckle, lily, stone fruit
  • Picpoul Blanc: (Peek-pool Blan) floral, soft, aromatic, pear, earth, lily, daisy, wildflowers
  • Picpoul Noir: (Peek-pool No-our) floral, elegant, aromatic, rose, violet, dark cherry
  • Roussanne: (Roo-sahn) firmly structured, powerful, very rich, apricot, honey, almond, nutmeg, honeysuckle, iris
  • Syrah/Shiraz: (C-rah)/(She-raz) highly colored, firmly structured and aromatic, plum, raspberry, blueberry, blackcurrant, violet, roasted meats, smoke, chocolate, pepper, anise
  • Terret Noir: (Tare-it No-our) delicate, perfumed, bright acidity, rose petal, lavender, dark berries, spice
  • Ugni Blanc: (Ewn-yee Blan) delicate fruit, good acidity, pear, honey-dew melon, earth
  • Vaccarese: (Vac-car-ess) aromatic, firmly tannic, floral, pepper, spice, earth, smoke
  • Viognier: (Vee-ohn-yea) big bodied, very aromatic, complex apricot, musk, peaches, grapefruit, lychee, papaya, mango, tropical flowers
Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Châteauneuf-du-Pape (Photo credit: http2007)

The Rhône wine region in Southern France is situated in the Rhône river valley.  The region’s major appellation in production volume is Côtes du Rhône AOC.

Rhone Valley

Rhone Valley (Photo credit: Rob Alter)

Rhône varieties producers and wine enthusiasts from across the globe will gather for an incredible wine experience in Paso Robles California. The 2012 event marks the 20th celebration of Hospice du Rhône.

French wine from the Rhone valley wine region ...

French wine from the Rhone valley wine region of Cotes du Rhone Village-Valreas. The wine label also says Mis en Bouteille au clos which means that it was bottled by the recoltant (co-operative) instead of estate bottled. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

WHEN: This annual Spring event in Paso Robles, California is scheduled for April 26-28, 2012.

Barells of Paso Robles Wine Services

Barells of Paso Robles Wine Services (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Get your  Weekend Pass or buy a ticket to the Saturday Grand Tasting. Event Passes will be available for pick-up beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, April 27, 2012 at the Paso Robles Event Center.

Yann Chave Crozes Hermitage Red Rhone Wine

Yann Chave Crozes Hermitage Red Rhone Wine (Photo credit: corak76)

Contact the Hospice du Rhône office at 805.784.9543 or email at hdrinfo@hospicedurhone.org for more information.

Further Event Information: Event Schedule and Descriptions | Seminar Descriptions | Food Fare

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Vineyards in the French wine region of the Rhone Valley (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Some of the events are already sold out. Here’s a list of the events and ticket prices:

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Banner of Commanderie of the Coasts of the Rhone Français : Bannière de la Commanderie des Côtes du Rhône (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

SOLD OUT

Seminar: Conversations with Châteauneuf du Pape

 $275.00
Date: Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Paso Robles Inn Ballroom – not included with the Weekend Package
SOLD OUT

Dinner: Conversations with Châteauneuf du Pape

 $150.00
Date: Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. at Bistro Laurent Downtown Paso Robles – not included with the Weekend Package
SOLD OUT

Seminar and Dinner Package for Châteauneuf du Pape Events

 $395.00
Date: Seminar at 5:00 p.m. at the Paso Robles Inn Ballroom followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. at Bistro Laurent. not included with the Weekend Package

Weekend Packages
Qty. Name Price Total

Weekend Package

 $795.00
Weekend Package Includes access to all events and seminars with the exception of the Thursday activities. This is the perfect way to Rhône all weekend long.

HdR à la carte Services
Qty. Name Price Total

Seminar One: Why Spain (continues to) Rock!

 $155.00
Date: Friday, April 27, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

Seminar Two: The Return of the Bionic Frog

 $155.00
Date: Friday, April 27, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Christophe Baron of Cayuse will take us through his wines of Walla Walla, Washington.

Rosé Lunch

 $100.00
Date: Friday, April 27, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. Rosé wines from attending producers and a meal created by the girl & the fig of Sonoma, California.

BIG Rhône Rendezvous

 $125.00
Date: Friday, April 27, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m Producers from all corners of the globe pouring from large format bottles and food created by the chefs at Blackberry Farm! An evening to Rhône

Seminar Three: A Collective Quest

 $155.00
Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Pierre Gaillard, Yves Cuilleron and Francois Villard take the stage to share their wines of Les Vins de Vienne.

Seminar Four: Research, Revelations and the Art of Being Different

 $155.00
Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Chester Osborn of d’Arenberg, Australia will take the guests on an in depth tasting and discussion of his wines and research.

Lunch and Live  Auction

 $100.00
Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. Raise your fork and your glass to rare auction lots while enjoying lunch prepared by the Far Western Tavern of Guadalupe, California.

Grand Tasting

 $100.00
Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Trade and media only – (credentials required at Event Check-In) 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Grand Tasting Rhône producers line the Tasting Pavilion to share wines from throughout the world.

Farewell BBQ

 $100.00
Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. Close out 20 years in HdR fashion with dancing, gambling and more all while delighting in a BBQ prepared by The Neon Carrot.
 Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel Guides @ www.vino-con-vista.com
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March 8, 2012 · 4:02 pm

20th Annual Paso Robles Zinfandel Wine Festival 2012

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Make plans to attend the 20th Annual Paso Robles Zinfandel Wine Festival 2012 where Paso Robles Wine Country in California celebrates the historical significance its Zinfandel tradition. You will have an opportunity to enjoy the complex flavors, bright fruit and intense color of Zinfandel wines by exploring the wineries and vineyards of Paso Robles. More than 150 wineries will be hosting an array of events including Zinfandel barrel tastings, winemaker dinners, vineyard tours, barbecues and live music. There will be cuisine from more than ten of the region’s best restaurants and special winemaker dinners.

Call 800-549-WINE or visit www.pasowine.com to purchase tickets and to get more information about the events.

Paso Robles is located in central coastal area along the Salinas River north of San Luis Obispo, California. The city is known for its thermal hot springs and wineries.

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Zinfandel is a variety of red grape that is genetically equivalent to the Primitivo variety traditionally grown in Puglia in southern Italy. Wine grapes were brought to Paso Robles soil in the late 1700s by the Spanish conquistadors and Franciscan missionaries.

WHEN: March 16 – 18, 2012

WHERE: Paso Robles Event Center and local wineries2198 Riverside Avenue in Paso Robles, California

California Zinfandel wine in unique packaging

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On Saturday, March 17, 2012 at the Paso Robles Event Center there will be a Zin Tasting & Wine Country Auction with complimentary gourmet bites. This will be an outstanding Vino con Vista Weekend!

Mark your calendars for these events:

March 31, 2012 Cal Poly Wine Festival
Cal Poly Wine Festival
We don’t venture out often, but we couldn’t resist Support Cal Poly’s 10th annual Wine Festival at the Santa Margarita Ranch.

April 14-15, 2012 Wine 4 Paws Weekend
Wine 4 Paws April 14-15, 2012
This Wine Weekend is a fund raiser for the Woods Humane Society. Last year this event raised almost $25,000 for the animals!

Dr. EveAnn Lovero writes Travel guides at www.vino-con-vista.com

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