Thinking about central coast wine tasting at the world-class
San Luis Obispo wineries? This wine region is famous for its world class Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs.
However, you will find other high quality wines produced here such as Syrah, Sparkling Wines, Port, Grenache, Merlot, Roussanne, and Viognier.
San Luis Obispo wineries were first planted over 200 years ago when the Catholic padres planted grapes. They used the grapes to make wine for sacramental use.
After wine tasting at San Luis Obispo wineries, consider touring these other wine regions location along California's Central Coast:
Central Coast Wine Tasting is the perfect California Wine Tour. Plan to explore the San Luis Obispo wineries of the California Central Coast. Enjoy the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, uncrowded beaches, friendly people, and many fine wines.
While in San Luis Obispo, be sure to visit Oceano Dunes south of Pismo Beach. It's a blast to rent an ATV and explore the sand dunes on your own or take a hummer tour and just sit back and enjoy being a passenger.
While in the area, you don't want to miss the San Luis Obispo Farmers' Market.. Visitors come from up and down the state to enjoy the food, produce, arts and crafts, and live entertainment.
We have found a wonderful place in San Luis Obispo that offers unique accomodations. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort in Avila Beach has a private hot tub for every room as well as many other amenities.
The Gardens at Avila is a gourmet restaurant right at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort. You don't need to get in your car and drive somewhere to experience fine dining. Even if you aren't staying at the resort, it's worth visiting to dine at this San Luis Obispo restaurant.
Alapay Cellars
Address: 491 First St., Avila Beach, CA 93424
Telephone: (805) 595-2632
Open Daily for central coast wine tasting 11 AM – 5:30 PM
We were served wines by the owner, Scott Remmenga, who was friendly and interesting to talk to. We especially liked the 2004 Edna Valley Pinot Noir. It was peppery, fruity, and well balanced. Another favorite was the Paso Robles Zinfandel, which was spicy and bold. They offer a Zinfandel Port as well as a Late Harvest Moscato for sweet wine lovers. Yummy!
Baileyana
Address: 5828 Orcutt Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Telephone: (805) 269-8200
Open daily for central coast wine tasting 10 AM – 5 PM
The tasting room of this San Luis Obispo winery looks like an historic schoolhouse, very charming and nicely landscaped. There are tables outside for picnicking that offer a panoramic view of the scenery. There was a $5 charge for tasting. The tasting room was sunny with lots of windows to let you view the fantastic scenery while tasting. Our favorite was the 2002 Pinto Noir which was listed in the Top 100 Wines of 2005 by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. They also have Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Syrah, and a blend called Mosaico.
Laverne Vineyards
Address: 3490 Sacramento Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA
Telephone: (805) 547-0616
Open for wine tasting weekends Noon – 4 PM
Ortman Family Vineyards
Address: 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Telephone: (805) 787-0810
Thurs.-Mon. 10 AM – 5 PM
This central coast winery focuses on limited production Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sangiovese, and Syrah. They’ve been making wine in San Luis Obispo for over 20 years now. They share a wine
tasting room with Saucelito Canyon Vineyards.
Perbacco Cellars
Address: 2850 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Telephone: (805) 787-0485
Open Thurs.-Mon. 11 AM – 5 PM
Taste their fine wines, picnic in the beautiful scenery, and play a game of Bocce. Wines produced include: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Petite Sirah, and Pinot Grigio.
Piedra Creek Winery
Address: 6425 Mira Cielo Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Telephone: (805) 541-1281
Wine tasting by appointment only. This San Luis Obispo winery produces estate grown Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Petite Syrah, and Merlot.
Refugio Vineyard Company
Address: 1691 See Canyon Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA
Telephone: (805) 801-595-9515
Wine tasting by appointment only.
Salisbury Vineyards
Address: 6985 Ontario Rd., Avila Beach, CA 93424
Telephone: (805) 595-9463
Open daily 11 AM – 6 PM
The wine tasting room is located in a restored 99 year old historic schoolhouse in Avila Beach. Wines include Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio from Avila Valley vineyards and Zinfandel and Cabernet from Paso Robles vines.
Saucelito Canyon Vineyard
Address: 3080 Biddle Ranch Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Telephone: (805) 543-2111
Open Thurs.-Mon. 10 AM – 5 PM
This central coast winery specializes in estate grown Zinfandel. Their vineyard is recognized as the oldest producing vineyard in San Luis Obispo County. Best Zin, they also produce Late Harvest Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Stephen Ross Winery
Address: 178 Suburban Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA
Telephone: (805) 594-1318
Open weekends 11-5. This San Luis Obispo winery has been honored by being named “Artisan Winery of the Year” by Wine & Spirits Magazine in 2004 and 2005. They produced small quanities of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, and Petite Sirah.
Taste
Address: 1003 Osos St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Telephone: (805) 629-TASTE
Open Mon.-Sat. 11 AM - 9 PM; Sunday 11 AM - 6 PM
This is a downtown San Luis Obispo business where you can enjoy Central Coast wine tasting and buy over 70 wines from San Luis Obispo wineries.
Wedell Cellars
Address: 44 Equestrian Way, Arroyo Grande, CA
Telephone: (805) 489-0596
Central Coast Wine tasting by appointment only.
Wild Wood Vineyard and Winery
Address: 555 El Camino Real, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Telephone: (805) 5446-1088
WCentral Coast ine tasting by appointment only.
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