WINE REGIONS
On The Central Coast
Explore the four key wine tasting regions, Edna Valley, Paso Robles, Santa Barbara, and Santa Ynez on California Central Coast. Each wine region has it’s own distinct flair and experience. You’ll also find that these wine regions also encompass a number of cities for plenty of wine tasting adventure! Keep scrolling to discover more about each wine region on the Central Coast.
Edna Valley Wine Region
San Luis Obispo • Arroyo Grande • Avila Beach
Edna Valley
Edna Valley, this coastal wine region stretches from San Luis Obispo down to Arroyo Grande and up to Avila Beach. Most of the vineyards you’ll find are here are just five miles from the beach. So you can easily slide from lounging on the beach to wine tasting in wine country in the afternoon. There are approximately 30 wineries that you can visit. The majority of these wineries are small, family-owned boutique wineries that pride crafting high-quality wine. You’ll find that this region is known for their crisp Chardonnays and other white wines and light red wines.
Explore The Wineries Paso Robles Wine Region
Atascadero • Santa Margarita • Templeton • Paso Robles
Paso Robles
Deemed an American Viticultural Area, Paso Robles is famed for its Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rhone, and word-class Syrah’s. The appellation is home to more than 300 wineries and 40,000 vineyard acres focusing on premium wine production. The distinct microclimates and diverse soils, combined with warm days and cool nights, make growing conditions ideal for producing more than 40 wine varietals from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, to Syrah, Viognier, and Roussanne, to Zinfandel, the area’s heritage wine variety.
Explore The Wineries Santa Barbara Wine Region
Santa Maria Valley • Solvang • The Funk Zone
Santa Barbara
Welcome to downtown/coastal Santa Barbara! Here you’ll find wine tasting rooms within walking distance from the glistening coastal shore and from a bustling downtown. Most wineries (especially those within the Funk Zone) are within walking distance from each other and from dozens of fabulous seaside restaurants. What is the Funk Zone? It’s a district spanning from Santa Barbara’s ocean to Highway 101. This small area contains boutique wine tasting rooms, cafes, galleries and shops all ever changing and evolving and all within walking distance.
Explore The Wineries Santa Ynez Wine Region
Greater Santa Ynez Valley • Lompoc • Los Olivos
Santa Ynez
Welcome to Santa Ynez where the weather’s almost always perfect and the wines are exquisite! Explore boutique wineries in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley in Santa Barbara County. These wines offer outstanding opportunities to try a variety of premium, and delightful wines. Unlike the wineries found on the oceanside of Santa Barbara, these wineries lie nestled in the peaceful countryside. Making them the perfect visit for those looking for quiet relaxation.
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