[…]to make a few new friends at this friendly local hangout. Oceanfront Wine Taste at Hearst Ranch Winery Wine tasting at Hearst Ranch Winery in San Simeon pairs world class wines, great food and ocean views. Just a quick five-minute walk from the San Simeon Pier, you’ll have the opportunity […]
[…]craft beer, and culinary choices; the Pacific Coast Wine Trail, where you can savor award-winning wines from 10 coastal wineries; Moonstone Beach, one of the Central Coast’s most scenic, romantic spots; and a Historic Walking Tour where you can explore 26 historic structures. 9. San SimeonWhen you hear San Simeon, the […]
[…]hills, vineyard views, and seriously stunning wines define Edna Valley wine country, just south of San Luis Obispo. The opportunities for wine tasting excursions are nearly endless, with small and large wineries opening their doors at nearly 30 tasting rooms. Chardonnay and pinot noir, among other varieties, thrive in the […]
[…]Experiences Mere minutes from where waves kiss shore, the SLO Coast Wine region uncorks decadent delights. Meet passionate winemakers in Edna Valley, where sun-dappled tasting rooms open to sweeping views of rolling vineyards. Sip cool climate pinot noir and chardonnay shaped by the perfect marriage of Pacific breezes and Central […]
[…]glass of wine. Luckily, Cambria is right on the Pacific Coast Wine Trail, which boasts ten amazing wineries and wine tasting rooms on the Central Coast that are the perfect place to stop and sip when you need to take a load off. A few we loved are Black Hand […]
[…]restaurant, inn and gift shop, you’ll savor recipes just like grandma used to make (with a wine country twist parents can appreciate). Nearby, ride the historic trolley down Monterey Street to downtown. Your destination? The interactive SLO Children’s Museum, located adjacent to scenic SLO Creek. See you on the road! […]
[…]Viognier, and other varietals and delightful blends offer intense flavors reminiscent of Rhone wines.Up a nearby valley is Sixmilebridge Winery. Here, the steep hillsides produce several Bordeaux varietal grapes grown amid a thick limestone layer that dominates the terrain. Seated on their tasting deck at the base of the vineyards, I […]
[…]can still be seen roaming Hearst Ranch today, especially when the weather is warm. Hearst Ranch Winery The Hearst Ranch Winery tasting room sits just over Highway 1 from the Hearst Castle Visitor Center in Old San Simeon. Open daily, the tasting room occupies Sebastian’s General Store, built by Captain […]
[…]IPA and lager lovers alike. Fancy yourself a wine person? Sip and swirl along the Pacific Coast Wine Trail, home to seaside wineries and lush vineyards. Whether you take a walking tour of downtown Cambria’s wine tasting rooms, like Black Hand Cellars and Fermentations, or head to a scenic spot […]
[…]don’t be surprised if you walk through vineyards and production facilities, talk with the winemaker, taste wine out of the barrel and so much more, all with a focus on having fun, enjoying Paso Robles wine country to the fullest and making lifelong memories. Our intimate, small-group wine tours are […]
Stay, Play, and Sustain: A New Way to Travel Scratch the surface here and you will discover ways to turn your vacation into an immersive, eyes-wide-open meaningful experience. Sure, you can hike the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve in Cambria, but why not go further and travel for good? Grab a free […]
[…]Highway 1 north of Cambria up to the Castle. Keep your eyes open and Cameras ready! Hearst Ranch Winery is the most Northern location of the Pacific Coast Wine Trail and is located in the historic Sebastian Brother’s General Store in Old San Simeon Village. Built in 1852 at the […]
[…]routes will have you spinning past rows upon rows of vines, heavy with fruit for some of the best wines in California. Or travelling long coastal roads parallel to the rugged shoreline. If casual trips on city bikes are more your speed, you’ll find plenty of excuses to pedal leisurely […]
[…]at 9:30am by the Cayucos Pier, and the dip takes place at noon every January 1st. Cayucos Wine & Food Festival For wine lovers and foodies, the annual Cayucos Wine & Food Festival gathers boutique wineries from the area for a memorable grand tasting. Chefs and area restaurants pair dishes […]
[…]Grande is home to two “urban” wine tasting rooms ready to pour. The Verdad-Lindquist Family Wines tasting room features several Spanish-variety wines (like Garnacha and Tempranillo) sourced from sustainably-grown vines in Santa Barbara County. At the Timbre tasting room, wines are crafted by a former sommelier, with Pinot Noir and […]
If you’re looking to find a magical beach near Hearst Castle, look no further than the William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. This beach once bustled as a whaling outpost, and later as a port for receiving antiquities to adorn W.R. Hearst’s hilltop estate. Today, William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach provides […]
[…]trained horses for a 1-hour guided ride across the Madonna Ranch. Don’t miss the option to add a wine and cheese pairing, too—a nice choice for anyone wanting to extend the experience. Horse Boarding and Training United Mustangs of America Horse Handling School While this school focuses on comprehensive horsemanship […]
[…]gift shop, artisan jewelry shop, coffee bar, and mini-market have been added. Enjoy a glass of wine as you watch the sun set over the cliffs, grab an espresso to refuel for more driving, or cozy up for the night in a room with an ocean view. Whatever your experience, […]
[…]Valley/Arroyo Grande Valley WinesJust named one of Wine Enthusiast’s top 10 wine getaway destinations, the Edna Valley and Arroyo Grande Valley’s constant refreshing breezes and warm sunshine create one of the longest growing seasons in California, ideal for crisp Chardonnay and earthy Pinot Noir. Stop into any of this American […]
[…]For Yourself Kayak Tours. Cambria Located within minutes of Hearst Castle, Big Sur and Paso Robles Wine Country, Cambria is best known for its picturesque windswept coastline. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy beach-front hiking, surfing, fishing and searching for sparkly Moonstones along Moonstone Beach. This stunning white sand beach boasts awe-inspiring central […]
