11:00a      Arrive Northern Area Wine Country & First Tasting Room

Embark on a tour of Paso Robles' Northern Area Wine Country, known for its drier growing region. Educate the mind and senses as you start your day with a private wine tasting lesson, providing interesting tips for the novice to well-versed wine fan.

11:50a      Depart First Tasting Room

12:05p      Arrive Second Tasting Room

Enjoy casual tasting followed by a savory gourmet picnic lunch served in a scenic winery setting.

1:20p        Depart Second Tasting Room

1:30          Arrive Third Tasting Room

Mix up the afternoon whether it be venturing to a new winery - or simply a winery new to you - your host can help recommend a selection based on your preferences. Your choice may differ from that of your fellow riders so long as the group remains within a reasonable proximity.

2:20p         Depart Third Tasting Room

2:30p         Arrive Fourth Tasting Room

As your wine excursion draws to its finale, choose from one of the various wineries below to culminate your experience. Your choice may differ from that of your fellow riders so long as the group remains within a reasonable proximity.

3:20p         Depart Northern Area Wine Country and return to lodgings.

Days           Winery Options

7                Caparone - Pioneers of Sangiovese and Aglianico in the U.S; intensely elegant
                  big reds.
F-Su            Locatelli - Paso Robles' northern most winery overlooking the Salinas
                  River Valley & Mission San Miguel.
7                Rabbit Ridge - An extremely high-tech winery with a Mediterranean
                  style look.
7                San Marcos Creek - Country French tasting room with a scenic terrace
                  overlooking the vineyards.
F-M             Silver Horse - Sample Bordeaux and Spanish varietal wines atop a hill in
                  the Pleasant Valley.
Appt.           Via Vega - A small family-run winery with lots of charm, making all reds.
Sun/Appt.    Vista Del Rey - Many styles of Zinfandel, Barbera and more. Panoramic
                  view of the Santa Lucia Mountains.

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