The California Directory of Fine Wineries

Central Coast Edition | $19.95

Santa Barbara · San Luis Obispo · Paso Robles

Explore the congenial tasting rooms of a vast and unspoiled vineyard wonderland. With The California Directory of Fine Wineries as a guide, you’ll wander thorough world-famous Santa Barbara County, home to the landmark cellars of Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Maria Valley, and Santa Rita Hills. You’ll roam the scenic back roads of San Luis Obispo on the way to Edna Valley’s premier wineries. You’ll travel to pastoral Paso Robles, where you’ll be introduced to the distinctive blends and specialties of the region.

See our other book, The California Directory of Fine Wineries: Northern Region Edition

• Profiles of 58 California Central Coast wineries, describing their signature wines, beautiful settings, and picturesque rural architecture, as well as telling the fascinating story of each winery owner.
• Highlights of the wineries’ distinctive offerings, from theater performances and concerts, to outdoor barbecues and special winemaker dinners, to inviting gardens and picnic areas.
• More than 180 color images by renowned photographer Robert Holmes.
• Sidebars listing directions, vineyard tours, wine tastings, blending seminars, special culinary events, and nearby attractions.
• Full-page maps showing the 58 profiled destinations, plus more than 100 additional wineries in the two counties.