Today’s wine goal? Operation drink the best red wine on the Central Coast is a go! We’ve scouted out wineries in Paso Robles, Edna Valley, and Santa Ynez that are pouring incredible reds; and we’ll share them with you down below. Cheers!
Reds In Paso Robles
Eberle Winery
3810 CA-46, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Tasting Fee: Complimentary | Bottle Purchases Are Encouraged
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A neighbor to Sensorio Field of Lights in Paso Robles, this winery is the perfect stop before an evening viewing the lights! Enjoy complimentary red wine tastings, as you watch the sunset over the fields of Eberle Winery.
Peachy Canyon Winery
1480 N Bethel Rd, Templeton, CA 93465
Tasting Fee: $15 Per Person
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If you’re looking for all red flights, you’re in the right place! You won’t find a white wine in sight here (or at least not noticeably visible). Peachy Canyon Winery prides itself in making the best Zinfandels. Trust us, you won’t find anything else quite like it!
Tooth & Nail Winery
3090 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Tasting Fee: $40 Per Person – All Red Tasting
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Ready to feel like a queen or a king for a day while drinking red wine overlooking rolling hills of vineyards? We have just the spot for you! Welcome to Tooth & Nail Winery, also known as the Castle of Paso Robles. They love reds so much here that they’ve dedicated an entire wine flight tasting to them!
Reds In Edna Valley / San Luis Obispo
Chamisal Vineyards
7525 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Tasting Fee: $30 Per Person – Estate Patio Experience
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Looking for a bit of history with that glass of red in Edna Valley? You’ll find it here! Chamisal Vineyards was the FIRST winery in the valley to plant grapevines in 1973. That’s history you can taste in every glass!
Claiborne & Churchill Winery
2649 Carpenter Canyon Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Tasting Fee: $22.50 Per Person – House Flight
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Here’s another fabulous winery on the Central Coast that offers an entire flight dedicated to red wines! With relaxing lounge chairs, and outdoor tables, this Edna Valley winery is perfect for picnics and summer afternoons.
Baileyana, Tangent & True Myth Tasting Room
5828 Orcutt Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Tasting Fee: Currently Bottle Purchases Only And $5 Per Person (With Complimentary Wine Glasses)
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One of the few dog-friendly wineries in Edna Valley, this winery is definitely worth the visit with your fluffy friend. One might even say the red wine you’ll find here is woof-tastic! With over 30 different wines to choose from, you’ll have plenty of red wine options.
Reds In Santa Ynez Valley
Gainey Vineyard
3950 CA-246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Tasting Fee: $20 Per Person – House Flight
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If you’re looking for limited-edition, high-quality wines then you’ve come to the right place! Gainey Vineyard, nestled in the Santa Ynez Valley prides itself in creating limited batches of premium wine. Which means that the reds you do try here are sure to knock your socks off!
Roblar Winery & Vineyard
3010 Roblar Ave, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Tasting Fee: $15 Per Person – Classic Wine Tasting | $20 Per Person -Reserve Wine Tasting
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Feeling a little munchy? Don’t worry, Roblar Winery & Vineyard is the perfect place in the valley to stop! They’ve got a farm right next door, which means you get fresh, tasty options for bites every time you visit. It’s no surprise that their red wine pairs incredibly well with the fresh cheese from next door.
Sunstone Winery
125 N Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Tasting Fee: $20 Per Person – Six Wine Tasting Flight
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A local favorite for reds in Santa Barbara County, this winery even won a Santa Barbara Independent reader poll as “Santa Barbara’s Favorite Red Wine.” Their wines also regularly receive 90+ ratings from Wine Enthuisiast. (Also did we mention that they’re one of the oldest organic vineyards in Santa Ynez Valley?)