Upcoming Events Sat, Apr 10, 2010 - Sat, Oct 9, 2010 : Free Winery & Vineyard Walk Series
TIME: 12:00 AM - 2:00 PM
LOCATION: Participating Santa Maria Valley Wineries & Vineyards
The Santa Maria Valley Wine Country will be hosting a series of free vineyard and winery walks throughout the Santa Maria Valley. In 2009, the vintners' assocation hosted a series of free vineyard walks that were so well received that they are now including winery walks for their 2010 series. On the second Saturday of each month from April to October, a different Santa Maria vineyard manager, or winemaker, will lead a tour of their winery or vineyard starting at noon. The tours will provide a firsthand look at different winemaking techniques that take place throughout the year. All vineyard and winery walks are free to the public; a great reason to get out to the wine country and learn something new. With the money saved, why not treat yourself to a wine tasting or bottle of wine for a picnic in the country? Take a break from the city and savor authentic wine country. For a list of participating wineries and more information, please visit www.smvwines.com/VineyardWalks. to reserve free tickets please email info@smvwines.com or reserve on our online store: http://shop.smvwines.com.
Please note: Walks vary in time but last between 1 and 2 hours.
PRICE: FREE
CONTACT: info@smvwines.com Fri, Sep 3, 2010 : Paws, Pizza & Pinot
TIME: 12:00 AM - 3:30 PM
LOCATION: Riverbench Vineyard & Winery
Santa Maria Valley Humane Society Fundraiser
Roy, the tasting room bulldog, invites you do something nice in honor of man's best friend! Grab your pup and head over to Riverbench for handmade pizzas and wine tasting on our picturesque patio. The SMVHS will be onsite with a few shelter dogs available for adoption.
Cost: $15 includes wine tasting and pizza - 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Santa Maria Valley Humane Society.
PRICE: $15.00
CONTACT: 805-937-8340 or info@riverbench.com Sat, Oct 9, 2010 : Celebration of Harvest
TIME: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Rancho Sisquoc Winery
VINTNERS ALREADY PLANNING TO CELEBRATE JOYS OF HARVEST 2010
“Annual Festival to Focus on Santa Barbara County’s Homegrown Wines & Cuisine”
SANTA YNEZ, CA – With the beginning of summer officially here, and the vineyards just in the early stages of
growth, it may seem that the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association is thinking a little too far ahead when
planning a festival centered around the 2010 winegrape harvest. But, “it will be here before we know it!”
exclaimed Jim Fiolek, Executive Director. “Winemakers are finishing up their 2010 barrel orders and scheduling
their summer bottlings. Vineyard managers are looking forward to the warm summer months to continue the
growth of what so far, looks like a stellar vintage. We’re all relaxing a bit and enjoying those crisp white and
rosé wines on our patios right now, but we know that harvest will come rushing at us. So, we’re going to be
ready to celebrate!”
The annual Celebration of Harvest festival will once again be held on the beautiful grounds of the Rancho
Sisquoc Winery, located on the outskirts of Santa Maria, on Saturday October 9th, from 1:00 to 4:00. The 100+
members of the Vintners’ Association will all be there, pouring their most current wines, and they will be joined
by over two dozen local chefs, caterers and specialty food purveyors to showcase the bounty of our unique
agricultural paradise. Per tradition, Vintners’ will be donating a plethora of large format bottle wines, special
dinners at their wineries and gift-boxed verticals for a Silent Auction, which will benefit local charities. And to
make the day even more festive, Sean Wiggins & One Lone Goat and The Laurel Street Jazz Band will
serenade guests with blues, jazz and original live music.
Celebration of Harvest, however, is more than just the festival itself! Visitors can purchase a “Vintners’ Visa” –
a four day passport for tastings and special offers at over thirty participating wineries – to take a leisurely drive
through the wine trails of the area, where many of the participating wineries are planning special events over the
weekend. For complete details and tickets, visit the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association website at
www.SBCountyWines.com, or call the Association office at (805) 688-0881.
CONTACT: (805) 688-0881 Ongoing Events Every Mon : Martini Mondays at the English Tap Room
TIME: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
LOCATION: 801 S. Broadway at The Historic Santa Maria Inn
$3.50 martinis beginning at 4pm. Select from our delicious martini menu. Happy hour pricing is from 4-7pm and you may also enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres.
PRICE: N/A
CONTACT: 805-928-7777 Every Tue : Taco and Tequila Tuesdays at the English Tap Room
TIME: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
LOCATION: 801 S. Broadway at the Historic Santa Maria Inn
$4.50 margaritas begin at 4pm. Enjoy happy hour pricing from 4-7pm and a complimentary full taco bar. Also, enjoy $1.00 off Bud Light draft all night and $1.00 off Coronas all night.
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CONTACT: 805-928-7777 Every Thu : Thirsty Thursdays at the English Tap Room
TIME: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
LOCATION: 801 S. Broadway at the Historic Santa Maria Inn
Enjoy live music by Gary Simas from 5-9 pm each Thursday and relax with happy hour pricing available from 4-7pm with a complimentary sub sandwich station with chips.
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CONTACT: 805-928-7777 Every Wed : Wine'd Down Wednesdays at the English Tap Room
TIME: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
LOCATION: 801 S. Broadway at the Historic Santa Maria Inn
Enjoy $1.00 off all premium wines by the glass (excluding house wines). Happy hour pricing is from 4-7pm and guests can take advantage of a complimentary pizza station. Also, visit our Wine Cellar and Martini Bar for four tastings at only $20.00.
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CONTACT: 805-928-7777 Every Sun : Champagne Sunday Brunch at the Historic Santa Maria Inn
TIME: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
LOCATION: 801 S. Broadway at the Historic Santa Maria Inn
Come and enjoy our weekly Champagne Sunday Brunch at the Historic Santa Maria Inn. Enjoy a variety of selected meats, carving stations and an omelette station along with a salad bar. We also feature traditional breakfast fare, many side dishes and an elaborate and delicious dessert station.
PRICE: $21.95 for adults, $18.95 for Seniors, $12.95 for children
CONTACT: 805-928-7777 Every Thu : Friday Night Wine Downs at Costa de Oro Winery
TIME: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
LOCATION: Costa de Oro Winery • 1331 S. Nicholson Avenue • Santa Maria, CA 93454
Friday Night Wine Downs!
Come enjoy live music, wine by the glass, and cheese plates
CONTACT: (805) 922-1468 Every Sun : Sunday Afternoon Live!
TIME: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
LOCATION: Costa de Oro Winery • 1331 S. Nicholson Avenue • Santa Maria, CA 93454
Sunday Afternoon Live! • Live Music in Costa de Oro's Tasting Room.
CONTACT: (805) 922-1468
To join our mailling list please email: info@santamariavalleywinecountry.com
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