The year might be wrapping up, but there’s still so much to do, taste and discover in Paso Robles Wine Country. While we can understand you probably have a lot going on with family, friends and travel this time of year, make sure you take a little “me time” to reflect on the past twelve months and gear-up for the holidays. The best way to ensure you’ll actually carve out the time to do this? Choose a few Paso Robles wine events and set the “away” messages appropriately. Let’s end 2019 just the way we started it: hopeful, optimistic and bright.
1. Toast to the moon – JUST in the Dark Dinner
Where: JUSTIN Restaurant
When darkness falls, the glasses will rise. Join JUSTIN for a unique sensory experience sure to brighten your palate to mega watt status. This intricate, opulent tasting journey is all about savoring a beautifully designed meal courtesy of Executive Chef Rachel Haggstrom paired with JUSTIN wines. Be sure to get a baby sitter, though—the feast runs from 6 to 10 p.m.! Limited seating is available, so don’t sleep on this after hours meal.
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2. Brag about this deal – Cyber Monday at Sculpterra
Where: Sculpterra Winery
Bargain hunters, listen up! While “Cyber Monday” might make you think of that great watch you snagged on Amazon last year, this modern shopping holiday can also be quite delicious, too. Sculpterra Winery will hold its annual Black Friday Sale on November 29, featuring their best deals of the entire year! Get there early (and we mean ridiculously early) from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. for 60% off cases (open to anyone). Tend to sleep in? If you’re a wine club member, don’t fret. Wine club members who arrive from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will still get 50% off cases. Looks like everyone is getting Paso Robles wine this year! One for you, two for me…
FOR THE DEAL VISIT SCULPTERRA’s WEBSITE BLACK FRI, NOV 29 at 5am-10am
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3. Sweeten up – Cookie Pairing and Decorating at CASS Winery and Harmony Cellars
Where: Cass Winery
Do your holiday cookies always end up looking a little—well—lumpy? Join the culinary team at CASS Winery for a fun 21+ cookie and wine pairing session followed by a cookie decorating instruction that allows you to get your hands dirty and lick your fingers clean! This class includes three wine tastings paired with the chef’s gourmet sweet creations for indulging, followed by tips and tricks for decorating your own “Pinterest-worthy” cookies. Experiment with new techniques and take home the goods! Plus, recipe cards will be provided to accompany wine sales of the pairings for gifting this holiday season! Wow Cass—we feel like Santa’s Workshop would hire y’all in a heartbeat.
When: Dec. 8
Where: Harmony Cellars
Cookies and wine make everything fine! Celebrate the ‘art of cookie decorating’ at this interactive & tasty holiday workshop . Melissa of Sweet Grace Cookie Co. will demonstrate how to pipe, glaze and stencil an assortment of freshly baked holiday cookies. Nibble on sweets and sip a glass of Harmony wine while you work. 1-2:30pm. $45/club, $55/non club. Reservations Required. Questions? Please call 805.927.1625. *Price includes instruction, materials, one dozen cookies to take home and a glass of wine, but we’re betting you’ll want more.
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RESERVE HARMONY CELLARS
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4. Lounge like you mean it – Villa San-Juliette Open House
Where: Villa San-Juliette Vineyard and Winery
The tasting room at Villa San-Juliette will only make you think you’re on a swanky European vacation—although the wine itself also has a way of tricking the senses! Savor an elegant open house weekend and celebrate the release of VSJ’s 2017 Petite Sirah Reserve and the debut of 2017 Malbec Reserve (both paired with delicious soups and sides to nosh on). Club member? Then you’ll also be able to enjoy the winery’s V.I.P. case specials, back just in time for the holidays and available through Dec. 16. Either way, you’ll want to swing by the sun dappled estate to lounge on the patio, soak up the perfect Paso Robles weather and thank goodness you’re far, far away from even the slightest hint of snow.
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5. Do vineyard touring right – Vintner & Vines Tour At Pelletiere Estate Vineyard & Winery
Where: Pelletiere Estate Vineyard & Winery
Do you crave the great outdoors and have been yearning to learn more about the place where all great wine starts? The vineyard! Don’t miss out on enjoying a stroll through a stunning vineyard deep in the willow creek district of Paso Robles where you will discover distinctive Italian wines unique to Pelletiere Estate! Join winemaker, Amy Butler and Vintner, Janis Denner as they explain the process involved in making limited production Italian style wines. Learn about the heritage of Italian grape growing and origins Pelletiere Estate’s rare Italian varieties, compare old world and new world approaches to winemaking and discuss Paso Robles’ unique micro-climate. Then experience these exceptional wines first hand with a guided tasting. We are sure you’ll know a word or two of Italian by the end of the afternoon.
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This blog is written by flavor fiend Hayley Cain. Follow her @flavorslo on Instagram or at astoldbyhayley.com.
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