Previous EventsNovember & December, 2008: Margareta Lund Art ShowingJoin us in welcoming talented artist Margareta Julhin Lund to Talley Vineyards. Born in Sweden, Margareta studied oil painting, drawing, ceramics and china painting. After moving to the U.S. in 1967, she continued her artistic studies and, since 1980, she has focused her endeavors in oil painting and life drawing. Her current interests are in capturing the beauty of the Central Coast on canvas to share her love for this area.
Saturday, November 29, 2008: Winemaker Dinner in Lana'i, HawaiiCost: $150.00 Web Site: http://www.fourseasons.com/manelebay For Hawaii residents and visitors to the islands this November - join Leslie Mead, winemaker at Talley Vineyards for an incredible Winenaker Dinner at the Four Seasons Resort Lana’i at Manele Bay on Saturday 11/29. This ocean-side paradise of white-sand beaches borders a marine preserve teeming with colourful reef fish and protected species such as green sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Reservations for the dinner can be made by contacting the Four Seasons: 800-819-5053.
Saturday, November 22, 2008: Jewelry Trunk Show at Talley VineyardsPlease join us at Talley Vineyards on Saturday, November 22, a one-day-only trunk show dedicated to the beautiful jewelry creations of Cynthia Eggiman beginning at 11:00am and running through closing (4:30pm).
Cynthia has always loved making jewelry, and often made jewelry for herself and others throughout childhood. She enjoys finding natural stones, gorgeous pearls and sterling silver to create one of a kind pieces of jewelry. Her most recent projects include pendants made from precious-metal clay. After college she worked as a television producer. She produced television commercials and various videos. She thrived on being creative and following a project from script to edit. When Cynthia’s son was born she devoted herself to motherhood. Being a jewelry artist has allowed a perfect balance of creativity and motherhood. Many of Cynthia’s designs are inspired by her son’s love of insects. You can find her jewelry in various retail stores and art galleries in California and Oregon including Willis & Bennett in the Village of Arroyo Grande. Saturday, November 22, 2008: PinotFest at Farallon, San FranciscoCost: $100.00 Web Site: http://www.farallonrestaurant.com/pinotfest.html Tickets are on sale now for San Francisco’s original, all-pinot noir tasting at Farallon Restaurant on Saturday afternoon, November 22, 2008. This extensive tasting of pinot noir from over 50 of Oregon and California’s best producers is held from 3:00 to 6:00pm. In addition, the afternoon features sumptuous hors d’oeuvres to complement the wines and an opportunity to meet the winemakers.
Friday, November 21, 2008: Extended Hours, Rincon Vineyard TastingPlease join us on Friday evening, November 21st from 5:00-7:00pm to taste a very special & diverse selection of wines from the Rincon Vineyard. "Old Edna" catering will join us, offering delicious gourmet snacks for sale.
The cost for the tasting is $10 per person (for all guests, including wine club members) and will include tasting of Estate and Single Vineyard wines from the Rincon Vineyard: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling. A perfect way to begin your weekend! Sunday, November 16, 2008: James Beard Dinner @ Dolphin BayCost: $200.00 Web Site: http://www.thedolphinbay.com/calendar/index.php?eventtype_id=2 At Lido Restarant, Dolphin Bay Resort and Residences, Shell Beach, CA
Enjoy Chef Evan Treadwell's fabulous cuisine at the Friends of James Beard Benefit Dinner including seven delectable courses, each paired with distinct wines from participating wineries (including Talley Vineyards). $200 per person. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Cal Poly Sustainable Agriculture Consortium. For reservations contact Kari Roose, Events Coordinator at Dolphin Bay: 805-773-8900. Sunday, November 9, 2008: 18th Annual Harvest Open HouseVisit Talley Vineyards on Sunday, November 9th for our 18th Annual Harvest Open House Celebration. Enjoy complimentary tasting of selected wines from Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak paired with light hors d'oeuvres. Live music provided by local favorite, Monte Mills and the Lucky Horseshoe Band.
The Tasting Room will not be open for our full business hours on this day, so please visit us between 11:30am-3:00pm. Thank you! Friday, October 24, 2008: SeaFaire in Avila BeachCost: $75.00 Web Site: http://www.avilamarineinstitute.com Join Talley Vineyards and many other local wineries and restaurants at this seafood and wine extravaganza, to be held at the Avila Beach Golf Resort on Friday evening, October 24th. Tickets are $75/per person and dress is semi-formal. There will be live and silent auctions, all to benefit the Avila Beach Marine Institute. For more information and tickets, contact the Marine Institute: 805-595-7280.
October 16-18, 2008: CA Wine Experience in NYWeb Site: http://www.winespectator.com/Wine/Free/CNYWE2008/CNYWE2008_Home Brian and Johnine Talley of Talley Vineyards will participate the California Wine Experience – New York where you can taste the world's best wines guided by the estates' owners and winemakers. This event, sponsored by Wine Spectator magazine, gives attendees the opportunity to enjoy outstanding vintages, rare wines from the producers' cellars and top-scoring wines from around the world. It is a joyous celebration to great wine.
September & October, 2008: Paul McCloskey Art ExhibitWeb Site: http://web.mac.com/paul_mccloskey/ Visit Talley Vineyards during September and October to view beautiful photo-paintings by local artist Paul McClosley. Paul's images of the Central Coast are on display now in the Rincon Room, adjacent to our Tasting Room.
Friday, October 17, 2008: Extended Hours, Library Wine TastingPlease join us on Friday evening, October 17th from 5:00-7:00pm to taste a very special selection of library wines. "Old Edna" catering will join us, offering delicious sandwiches for sale. The cost is $10 per person (for all guests, including wine club members) and will include tasting of Estate Chardonnay from the 1992, 1994, and 1996 vintages; 2001 Estate Pinot Noir, plus two current release wines. Mix and mingle with other Talley Vineyards wine aficionados!
Friday, October 17, 2008: Girls Night Out @ CCCCost: $65.00 Web Site: http://www.centralcoastculinaryandcatering.com/ Deb Duggan and the Central Coast Culinary Academy in San Luis Obispo offer an enjoyable evening for both the serious or casual cook! Instruction in creativly prepared foods will be paired with Talley Vineyards wines. Pamper yourself, relax and be entertained. $65/per person. For reservations, please contact Jerry Holota, Manager at Central Coast Culinary Academy: 805-440-9190.
Thursday, August 28, 2008: Dinner at Wine Cask, Santa BarbaraCost: $95.00 Web Site: http://www.winecask.com Join Talley Vineyards Winemaker, Leslie Mead, for this 5-course dinner at Wine Cask in historic downtown Santa Barbara. The dinner will feature a variety of Talley Vineyards wines, including pre-release single vineyard pinot noirs from the 2006 vintage. The event is priced at $95/per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity.
For more information and reservations, please contact Wine Cask: 805-966-9463 or visit www.winecask.com. Sunday, August 3, 2008: Wine & Food Celebration at Wally's, LACost: $110.00 Web Site: http://www.wallywine.com Tickets are available now for Wally's 5th Annual Central Coast Wine and Food Celebration that benefits the Michael Bonaccorsi UC Davis Scholarship Fund. The event will be held at Wally's, 2107 Westwood Boulevard, Los Angeles California and features 60 of the finest Central Coast wineries plus an all-star lineup of restaurants presenting their signature dishes.
Pre-sale tickets are $110/per person plus tax, or $150 at the door. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the link above. Saturday, July 26: Mano Tinta Release PartyCost: $20.00 Thank you to all who joined us for this festive Release Party for the 2006 Mano Tinta red wine blend. We hope that you enjoyed this day of wine tasting, food, and music (with local Latin group Luna Guitana) - with proceeds to benefit The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers.
The Mano Tinta Release Party for 2009 will be announced via this website. In the meantime, the current release of Mano Tinta is available for sale in the Talley Vineyards Tasting Room, and online under the "Purchase Wine" tab (above). 100% of the sale price of Mano Tinta wines benefit The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers, which provides grants to organizations that serve these important workers throughout San Luis Obispo County. For more information about The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers, please select the link from the Talley Vineyards Home Page. July 10-13, 2008: Central Coast Wine ClassicWeb Site: http://www.centralcoastwineclassic.org/ Experience the beauty and diversity of California's Central Coast at the 24th Annual Central Coast Wine Classic. Talley Vineyards will participate in the Barrel Tasting (Thurs 7/10) and Reserve Tasting (Sunday 7/13) during the Wine Classic. The event will be hosted by Dolphin Bay Hotel & Residences in Shell Beach, California and includes 4 days of seminars, tastings, dinners, and more. For more information and tickets, please visit the Wine Classic web link, above.
Now through August 31st: Roxanne Kucera Sachs Art ExhibitWeb Site: http://www.kucerasachsfineart.com/ Visit Talley Vineyards soon to view beautiful oil paintings by plein-air artist Roxanne Kucera Sachs, on display in the Rincon Room.
A native Californian, Roxanne feels very fortunate to live in a state that has such an array of beautiful landforms and coastal views. While traveling, she continually admires her environment through the eyes of an artist; paying particular attention to color, shapes, textures, and atmospheric influences that are constantly changing. "I am happiest painting on a cliff, listening to the wildlife and waves, or in a field paiting with friends and look up to see cows staring at me." Saturday, June 21, 2008: Barrel Tasting & Lunch with Leslie MeadEnjoy barrel tasting, winery tour and Q&A with Leslie Mead, Winemaker at Talley Vineyards. Explore the winemaking process via tours of the winery and barrel room with tasting along the way, and preview future vintages. Finish with a wine country-style picnic lunch and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Arroyo Grande Valley. Very limited availability.
$60 per person; $50 Wine Club Members & Guests For reservations, contact Anna Eisengart at Talley Vineyards: 805-489-0446 ext 36 or anna@talleyvineyards.com. Sunday, June 1st, 2008 - Marianne Talley Memorial Fun RunJoin 300 of our friends and neighbors for a 5K Run, 1-Mile Walk, and 1-Mile Youth Run through Talley Vineyards "Rincon Vineyard". Receive a special "I Beat the Vinter" t-shirt for finishing the 5K Run ahead of Brian Talley. This event benefits the Marianne Talley Memorial Foundation which provides scholarships to college-bound athletes from Arroyo Grande High School. ** Results will be posted no later than Wednesday, June 4th **
Saturday, May 31st: Twilight on the Terrace at Hearst Castle2008 marks the 2nd annual Twilight on the Terrace at Hearst Castle, the kick-off event for a golden year of celebration honoring the 50th anniversary of Hearst Castle public tours.
Savor locally produced wine (including Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak), beer and hors d’oeuvres from 40 plus Central Coast purveyors as the sun dramatically sets over the Pacific Ocean and sparkling stars illuminate the Castle gardens. Revel in the fragrance of orange blossoms and enjoy a glorious spring evening while strolling the Esplanade and the Main Terrace. Take a chance on a raffle to win fabulous gifts. Friends of Hearst Castle is proud to announce that monies raised from this year’s Twilight on the Terrace fundraising event will begin a necessary and vitally important endowment for art restoration and preservation at Hearst Castle. The commencement of this endowment will ensure that the many irreplaceable treasures purchased by W.R. Hearst, enjoyed by his personal guests and further enjoyed by 50 years of public visitations, will continue to inspire, dazzle and educate people for generations to come. Cost: $100.00 per person. For information and tickets, please contact Friends of Hearst Castle: (805) 927-2138. Tuesday, May 6, 2008: Winemaker Dinner at Telepan, NYCCost: $150.00 Web Site: http://www.telepan-ny.com Please join Brian Talley for a special dinner at Telepan in New York City on Tuesday, May 6 at 7pm. Bill Telepan's Upper Westside restaurant at 72 West 69 Street was recognized by the Zagat Guide as the "Best Newcomer" in New York in 2007 and Wine Spectator's "Best of Award of Excellence 2007". The dinner will celebrate the Talley family's 60-year farming history in the Arroyo Grande Valley and feature specialty vegetables and wines produced by the family. The price is $150 plus tax and gratuity. Please contact Telepan for reservations: (212) 580-4300.
Saturday, May 3, 2008: Spring Open House at Talley VineyardsPlease join us for our Annual Spring Open House this Saturday from 11:30am - 3:00pm. Enjoy complimentary wine tasting and light hors d'oeuvres while savoring the spicy rhythms of local favorite SLO Mambo. Weekend "Passport" holders welcome... we look forward to seeing you at this fun and festive event!
Month of May, 2008: Wine Therapy at Sycamore Mineral SpringsWeb Site: http://www.sycamoresprings.com/spa_menu.html During the month of May, Talley Vineyards will be the featured winery at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort in Avila Beach for their "Wine Therapy" program. Spa & Wellness Director Alice Bergendorff has put together a group of spa services that utilize oils, scurbs, and wraps created with antioxidant-rich chardonnay grape seed extracts. At the conclusion of your spa treatment, enjoy a glass of Talley Vineyards 2005 "Edna Valley" Chardonnay! For more information, contact Sycamore Mineral Springs Spa and Wellness Center: 877-258-1440 or 805-595-7302.
May & June, 2008: Don Drake Art ExhibitPlease join us from now until June 30th to view beautiful pen & ink/watercolor original paintings and prints by artist Don Drake, displayed in the Rincon Room at Talley Vineyards.
Saturday, April 19, 2007: Earth Day
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March 7-8, 2008 - World of Pinot NoirContact: Felicia Montemayor Web Site: http://www.wopn.com Join Talley Vineyards and over 180 participating pinot noir producers at the 8th annual World of Pinot Noir, to be held at The Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach and winery sites in SLO and Santa Barbara counties. This 2-day event will include in-depth tasting seminars, two grand tastings (each with a unique rosters of wineries), a featured tasting with guest Burgundian producer, and two gala Pinot Noir Dinners. These extraordinary food and wine experiences will be hosted by participating wineries and sommeliers from across the U.S. and around the world.
March 1, 2008: Pinot Cioppino Dinner at Talley VineyardsContact: Anna Eisengart Cost: $125.00 Talley Vineyards will hold our annual "Pinot Cioppino" Dinner/Fundraising event on Saturday, March 1st. Always a sell-out event, this dinner features guest chefs Tim Sugishita and Louie Bonino. Vintner Brian Talley will pour selected wines from both Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak to complement the Cioppino feast.
Proceeds from the dinner will go directly to the Marianne Talley Foundation, which funds scholarships for college-bound Arroyo Grande High School students. Tickets are $125/per person, and $100 of the ticket price is tax deductible. To purchase tickets, please make your check payable to the "Marianne Talley Foundation" and mail to: Marianne Talley Foundation, P.O. Box 360, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421. Please indicate the names of the guests that will be in attendance at the dinner. For additional information, contact Anna Eisengart, Events and Marketing Manager at Talley Vineyards: 805-489-0446 ext 36. March & April, 2008: Renée Morton Photograph ExhibitVisit Talley Vineyards during the months of March and April to view the extraordinary photographs taken by Renée Morton.
Renée moved to the Central Coast four years ago from the San Francisco Bay Area and started working in the Talley Vineyards Tasting Room in February '05. She had been taking photos for about 20 years but really became fascinated with the possibilities when good, affordable digital single-lens-reflex cameras came on the market. The photos in the exhibit date from 2000-2007 and although they were taken in a wide variety of locations – San Francisco, Avila Beach, Morro Bay, France, Disneyworld, Martinez, San Simeon and Talley’s Rincon Vineyard – Renée has found San Luis Obispo County to be one of the most inspiring spots in the world to enjoy photography. January 20, 2008 - Artist Reception with Fred VenturaWeb Site: http://centralcoastgallery.com Please join us on Sunday, January 20th from 1:00-3:00pm for an Artist's Reception featuring beautiful paintings by Fred Ventura. Enjoy complimentary wine tasting and light hors d'oeuvres and meet the artist.
Fred Ventura reflects a unique vision in his art. He likes to use vibrant contrasting colors and defines his images with bold strokes, but he also incorporates precise detail. He studied painting and drawing at University of California, Santa Barbara. Currently he is expanding his knowledge of materials and techniques by working with several local artists. A pioneer in the educational computing field, Fred Ventura’s digital art and educational software products have been sold throughout the United States for more than 25 years. In moving away from the computer screen and back to traditional media, Fred is reconnecting with his roots. The current collection of paintings by Fred Ventura will be on display in the Talley Vineyards "Rincon Room" though February, 2008. November & December, 2007 - Lorraine Cote Art ExhibitWeb Site: www.lmcgallery.com Please visit Talley Vineyards during November and December to view the beautiful plein air paintings by artist Lorraine Marie Cote. Lorraine's paintings capture the light, mood, and atmosphere of the moment. All of her works are created on site and represent the true beauty and diversity of the Central Coast.
November 29, 2007 - Holiday in the VineyardsGet in to the holiday spirit by visiting one or more of your favorite local wineries on Thursday evening, November 29th from 5:00 - 7:00pm. The following wineries will open their doors for wine tasting, light hors d'oeuvres and wine specials - just in time for holiday gift-giving! Many locations (including Talley Vineyards) will offer complimentary wine tasting and snacks. Participating wineries include: Baileyana, Tolosa, Domaine Alfred, Edna Valley Vineyard, Ortman Family Vineyards, Sextant Wines, Perbacco Cellars, Cerro Caliente Cellars, Pozo Valley, Salisbury Vineyards, Claiborne & Churchill, Saucelito Canyon, Taste, and Talley Vineyards. Please select the link below for more details about participating wineries. Happy holidays!
Click here for Holiday in the Vineyards details November 17, 2007: Pumpkin Catapult ContestJoin us at Talley Vineyards on Saturday morning, November 17th from 10:30am until Noon as students from Arroyo Grande High School compete in the 4th Annual Pumpkin Catapult Competition! Teams of 2-20 students who have built catapults or trebuchets will being setup at 9:00am and undergo rigorous safety checks before the competition begins. A great local event that both adults and children enjoy. Standing room only at the edge of the vegetable field near the Talley Vineyards tasting room, or bring a lawn chair for seating.
November 4, 2007 - Talley Vineyards 17th Annual Open HouseVisit Talley Vineyards on Sunday, November 4th for our 17th Annual Open House Celebration. Enjoy complimentary tasting of selected wines from Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak paired with light hors d'oeuvres. Live music provided by local favorite, Monte Mills and the Lucky Horseshoe Band.
Through October 31st - Branch School Pumpkin PatchVisit Talley Vineyards now through to Halloween to purchase your holiday pumpkins! All proceeds benefit local Branch Elementary School in Arroyo Grande. Various size pumpkins and gourds available at the Tasting Room, or walk the patch to pick out your favorites.
September 16, 2007: Artist's Reception with Linda BrownsonPlease join us on Sunday, September 16th from 1:00-3:00pm for a wine and cheese reception to celebrate the latest display of photographs in the Rincon Room at Talley Vineyards. Artist Linda Brownson has assembled a colorful collection of her framed photographs, entitled "Images of Italy" that will be on display at the winery through October. We hope you will visit us soon to enjoy Linda's creations.
August 25, 2007: A Chocolate Suite at Talley VineyardsCost: $50.00 Web Site: http://www.sloliteracy.org Join us for "A Chocolate Suite", an annual fundraising event for the Literacy Council of San Luis Obispo... and the first-ever to be held at Talley Vineyards! Enjoy wines donated and poured by:
Talley Vineyards Saucelito Canyon Laetitia Vineyard and Winery Firestone Wines, Paso Robles There will be silent and live auctions of exquisite artwork, and local sponsors will provide an assortment of appetizers and desserts, with the focus on chocolate!! Help support this organization dedicated to improving literacy by linking tutors with adults in need of literacy instruction. For more information about the Literacy Council, please visit: www.sloliteracy.org. Tickets for "A Chocolate Suite" are available for purchase now at the Talley Vineyards Tasting Room. You may also contact the Literacy Council for tickets via phone: 805-541-4219. We hope to see you at this unique (and delicious) event! August 18, 2007: Blue Skies & Lush Vines at Airport DayPlease join Talley Vineyards for the "Blue Skies and Lush Vines" Charity BBQ and Wine Tasting on Saturday, August 18th, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the San Luis Jet Center, right after Airport Day festivities.
The SLO Kiwanis will barbeque and Talley Vineyards will pour Mano Tinta Syrah along with Bishop's Peak and Talley Vineyards wines. Proceeds from the benefit will help support: The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers, San Luis Obispo Airport Terminal Artwork Fund, Kiwanis de Tolosa, and local YMCA youth programs. Ticket prices are: $30 - Adults/BBQ, plus $5 - Wine tasting (if desired) $15 - Children $5 - Raffle tickets Blocks of 4 BBQ tickets may be purchased in advance for $100 ($25 per ticket), a savings of $20. For tickets and more information, please visit www.slopilots.org. August 4, 2007: Mano Tinta Release Party at Talley VineyardsThank you to all who attended the Second Annual "Mano Tinta Release Party" on Saturday, August 4th. Over 500 guests enjoyed wine tasting, a delicious Mexican-inspired lunch, strolling Mariachis, and activities for children. Proceeds from the event and sale of the Mano Tinta 2005 Syrah and Mano Tinta 2005 East Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (in magnums) will benefit The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers. These wines will continue to be on sale in the Talley Vineyards Tasting room and via this website until sold out.
For more information about The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers, please select the link from the Talley Vineyards Home Page. July, 2007: Steve Osborne Paintings on Display
July 3 - July 31, 2007
Visit Talley Vineyards during July to see our gallery of original oil paintings by local artist Steve Osborne. Steve's subject matter ranges from local vineyards to villages in Tuscany. We also have Steve's beautiful centerpiece/candle holders made from wine barrel "staves" on display and available for puchase in our tasting room.
June 30, 2007: Book Signing with Mira Advani HoneycuttOn Saturday, June 30th, join us in Talley Vineyards "Rincon Room" from 1:00-3:00pm for a very special book signing of "California's Central Coast: The Ultimate Winery Guide" with Los Angeles-based author, Mira Advani Honeycutt. Meet the author and enjoy complimentary wine tasting of selected wines, paired with artisan cheeses from The Cheese Shop, Carmel. Pick up a copy of Mira's new book while you are here, and start planning your next tasting adventure!
June 3, 2007: Marianne Talley Memorial Fun RunContact: Kathleen Web Site: http://www.talleyvineyards.com Join 300 of our friends and neighbors for a 5K Run, 1-Mile Walk, and 1-Mile Youth Run through Talley Vineyards "Rincon Vineyard". Receive a special "I Beat the Vinter" t-shirt for finishing the 5K Run ahead of Brian Talley. This event benefits the Marianne Talley Memorial Foundation which provides scholarships to college-bound athletes from Arroyo Grande High School. For more information, please visit the "Fun Run" icon on the home page of this website.
May 20 - June 24, 2007: Julie Sample Photographs on DisplayWeb Site: http://www.juliesamplephotography.com Please visit Talley Vineyards "Rincon Room" from now through June 24th to view beautiful black and white photographs by Julie Sample. Julie's photography, created with large format cameras and a special Platinum printing process, offer a rare glimpse of this vintage art form, first used in the 1800s. This time consuming and costly process is usually reserved for Julie's studio work, but last year she visited Talley Vineyards for a sunrise photo shoot in the Rincon Vineyard. All of her works currently displayed were taken here at the winery.
May 6, 2007: Spring Open House at Talley VineyardsContact: Lucy Parkin Visit Talley Vineyards on Sunday, May 6th for our annual Spring Open House. Enjoy complimentary wine tasting paired with light appetizers. Live music provided by local favorite, The Shival Experience. Please join us!
May 4-5, 2007: Hospice du Rhone, Paso Robles CAWeb Site: http://www.hospicedurhone.org Hospice du Rhone (HdR) is an experience that embraces the versatility of Rhone wines and embodies the distinctive spirit in which they are created. This truly unique event is regarded as the single most important and fun gathering of international Rhne wine producers and enthusiasts in the world. Celebrating the passion and spirit of winemakers world wide, participants will expand their knowledge of the twenty-two varieties while satisfying their thirst for knowledge. Visit the Bishop's Peak table at the Grand Tasting on Saturday, May 5th to sample the Rhone varietal wines produced by the Talley family.
April 28, 2007: Cal Poly Wine Festival at Santa Margarita RanchCost: $50.00 Web Site: http://calpolywinefestival.com The 5th Annual Cal Poly Wine Festival, held at historic Santa Margarita Ranch, will include over 90 wineries from throughout California (including Talley Vineyards), gourmet food stations featuring several Central Coast restaurants, great music and a silent auction. This event is a favorite of locals and visitors alike, and is entirely planned and executed by students from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Arrive early for your tractor & "conestoga wagon" ride up the hill to the tasting!
April 21, 2007: Earth Day Food & Wine Festival, Paso Robles CACost: $85.00 Web Site: http://www.vineyardteam.org/events/earthday.php Enjoy eco-friendly food and wine and support sustainable farmers through this event sponsored by the Central Coast Vineyard Team. Talley Vineyards will participate in this Earth Day event and will pour wines from Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak.
The event features live entertainment, a silent auction, and educational exhibits. Proceeds support sustainable ag research and education and farmworker outreach. April 11-14, 2007:Web Site: http://www.tasteofvail.com Brian and Johnine Talley will participate in the 17th Annual "Taste of Vail", the nation’s premier spring food and wine festival, held at several venues throughout the ski resort. During the four-day event, upwards of 5,000 people are able to “taste the Vail Valley lifestyle” which showcases Vail’s world-famous resort village set against dramatic mountain vistas.
Participants at the Taste of Vail experience the Vail Valley’s world-class restaurants, fine wine poured by winemakers and winery owners from top wineries around the globe, along with interactive seminars, auction and dance, après ski tasting and the popular mountaintop picnic sensory extravaganza at the top of Vail Mountain. Proceeds from the Taste of Vail go to various charities in the Vail Valley. March 25, 2007: Artist's Reception at Talley VineyardsJoin us at Talley Vineyards on Sunday, March 25th to view the nature-inspired photographs of local artist Bob Wilkinson. Bob's images "strive to depict not just the person, the place, or the scenery, but to reveal the essence of what makes it unique." Meet the artist and enjoy complimentary wine tasting and light hors d'oeuvres from 1-4pm on March 25th. Bob's images will be displayed in Talley Vineyards "Rincon Room" from now through the end of April.
March 24, 2007: Pinot & Cioppino Dinner at Talley VineyardsContact: Tracey McIntire Cost: $125.00 Talley Vineyards will hold our annual "Pinot & Cioppino"
Dinner/Fundraising event on Saturday, March 24th. Always a sell-out event, this dinner features guest chefs Tim Sugishita and Louie Bonino. Vintner Brian Talley will pour selected wines from both Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak to complement the Cioppino feast. Proceeds from the dinner will go directly to the Marianne Talley Foundation, which funds scholarships for college-bound athletes from Arroyo Grande High School. Tickets are $125/per person, and $100 of the ticket price is tax deductible. To purchase tickets, please make your check payable to the "Marianne Talley Foundation" and mail to: Marianne Talley Foundation, P.O. Box 360, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421. Please indicate the names of the guests that will be in attendance at the dinner. March 19, 2007: Wine Dinner at Stonehedge Inn, Tyngsboro, MAWeb Site: http://www.stonehedgeinn.com Levent Bozkurt, Proprietor of Stonehedge Inn, has created an inspired schedule for the Inn’s ‘Celebration of Wine 2007’ program. Taste some of the world’s best wines as Stonehedge Inn welcomes winemakers and proprietors from around the world, each hosting a dinner and sharing with us their most delightful and extraordinary vintages. The culinary team continues their tradition of combining the freshest native New England ingredients with classic culinary techniques, all paired perfectly with the wines featured. Brian Talley and the wines of Talley Vineyards will be the featured winery on March 19, 2007 at Stonehedge Inn. For more information and to make reservations, please visit the link above.
March 12, 2007: Wine Dinner at The Raymond, Pasadena, CAWeb Site: http://www.theraymond.com Join Brian Talley for a 5-course dinner, paired with Talley Vineyards wines, in the intimate dining rooms of the historic restaurant "The Raymond" in Pasadena, California. The cost is $125/per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. A limited number of seats are available for this extraordinary feast! For more information and to make reservations, please visit the link shown above.
March 2-3, 2007: World of Pinot Noir, Shell Beach, CAContact: Felicia Montemayor Web Site: http://www.wopn.com The 7th annual World of Pinot Noir features over 130 participating winreries from around the globe and will include two days of in-depth Tasting Seminars, two Grand Tastings (each with a unique rosters of wineries), a Featured Tasting with guest Burgundian producers and two gala Pinot Noir Dinners. These extraordinary food and wine experiences will be hosted by participating wineries and sommeliers.
December 14, 2006: Holiday in the VineyardsPlease join 7 local wineries for the second annual Holiday in the Vineyards event! Each of the wineries listed below will be open from 5-8pm on Thursday, December 14th for complimentary wine tasting and delicious hors d'oeuvres. Enjoy the festive atmosphere each winery brings to the season, and be ready for some tempting gift ideas. Participating wineries include Talley Vineyards, Saucelito Canyon, Ortman Vineyards, Baileyana/tangent, Tolosa Winery, Claiborne & Churchill, Edna Valley Vineyards, and Perbacco Cellars. Happy Holidays!
December 3, 2006: Artist's Reception for Dotty HawthorneWeb Site: http://www.dottyhawthorne.com Visit Talley Vineyards on Sunday, December 3rd to experience our latest gallery of original oil paintings, pastels and prints by local artist Dotty Hawthorne. The artist's reception will be held from 1-3pm, with a complimentary tasting of two wines from Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak, paired with delicious cheeses from The Cheese Shop in Carmel. Meet the artist and enjoy her beautiful creations! Dotty's paintings will be displayed in the Tasting Room through January, 2007.
Talley Vineyards will be open for wine tasting on Sunday 12/3 from 10:30am to 4:30pm, with a unique selection of holiday merchandise, books and culinary gift items available for purchase. November 30, 2006: Holiday Kickoff for Wine Club MembersTalley Vineyards Holiday Kickoff for Estate Subscribers and Talley Family Selections members will be held Thursday, November 30th from 5-7pm.
Members will enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and artisan cheeses paired with a delicious array of Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak wines. Recent wine club shipments for Will Call members will be available for pickup. For more information about Talley Vineyards wine clubs, please select the "Wine Programs" tab from the Home Page, or the top of any page on this website. November 18, 2006: PinotFest Tasting at Farallon Restaurant, SFCost: $100.00 Web Site: www.farallonrestaurant.com PinotFest 2006
8th Annual Celebration at Farallon Restaurant 450 Post Street San Francisco, CA Saturday, November 18, 2006 3:00pm - 6:00pm Don't miss this opportunity to attend San Francisco's original, all-pinot noir tasting. This extensive tasting of pinot noirs from 50 of Oregon and California's best producers will feature sumptuous hors d'oeuvres to complement the wines and an opportunity to meet the winemakers. Tickets go on sale October 1, 2006. November 5, 2006: Talley Vineyards 16th Annual Open HouseContact: Tracey McIntire Web Site: www.talleyvineyards.com Visit Talley Vineyards on Sunday, November 5th for our 16th Annual Open House, Celebrating 20 Years of Winemaking. Sample four of our current wine releases, each paired with light hors d'oeuvres, and enjoy a "Day in the Country" with live music by Monte Mills and the Lucky Horseshoe Band performing 11:30am until 3:30pm.
Wine Spectator's California Wine ExperienceCost: $250.00 Location: San Francisco Mariott Web Site: http://www.winespectator.com Talley Vineyards will participate in this joyous testament to great wine, with Grand Tastings to be held at the San Francisco Marriott on October 19th and 20th, 2006 from 6:30-10:00pm. 175 participating wineries have been selected by the Wine Spectator board of senior editors. Winery owners and winemakers will be on hand to showcase one of their top-scoring wines.
Blue Skies & Lush Vines at the San Luis Obispo AirportWeb Site: www.slopilots.com Please join Talley Vineyards for the "Blue Skies and Lush Vines" Charity BBQ and Wine Tasting on Saturday, September 30th, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the San Luis Jet Center, right after Airport Day festivities.
The SLO Kiwanis will barbeque and Talley Vineyards will pour Mano Tinta Syrah along with Bishop's Peak and Talley Vineyards wines. Proceeds from the benefit will help support: The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers, San Luis Obispo Airport Terminal Artwork Fund, Kiwanis de Tolosa, and local YMCA youth programs. For tickets and more information, please visit www.slopilots.com. Tickets may also be purchased at the Talley Vineyards tasting room (cash or checks only, please). Tickets are $25 in advance, $20 per person if purchased in blocks of 5 or more, and $30 on event day. Tickets include the BBQ, a raffle ticket (big prizes!), and wine tasting. Children's tickets are $10 and include the BBQ and activities provided by the YMCA. June 4, 2006: Marianne Talley Memorial Fun Run
June 4, 2006 (8:00am -
10:00am)
Join 300 of our friends and neighbors for a 5K run, 1-mile walk and 1-mile youth run through our vineyards. Get a special t-shirt if you "Beat the Vintner" Brian Talley. This event is a benefit for the Marianne Talley Foundation. Call 805-489-0446 ext 13 for more information.
May 24, 2006: The Judgment of Paris, 30th AnniversaryThe most famous wine tasting in history, the “Judgment of Paris,” was recreated in 2006 to commemorate its 30th anniversary with tasting panels in both the United States and the United Kingdom, in association with the wine writer and author who created the original event, Steven Spurrier.
The first Judgement of Paris, held in 1976, sent shockwaves through the wine world when nine French wine experts declared through a blind tasting that wines from California were as good as, or better than the best of the wines from French vineyards. Such was the standard of the California wines that some judges professed to be unable even to discern which wines were French and which American. The nine California wine experts for the 2006 panel included Dan Berger, Anthony Dias Blue, Stephen Brook, Wilfred Jaeger, Peter Marks MW, Frank Prial, Paul Roberts MS, Andrea Immer Robinson MS and Christian Vanneque, one of the original judges from the 1976 tasting. Patricia Gallagher served as the USA Panel Chair. The European tasting panel included France’s Michel Bettane, Britain’s Michael Broadbent MW, Hugh Johnson, Matthew Jukes, Jane Macquitty, David Peppercorn MW, Jancis Robinson MW, Brian St Pierre and Serena Sutcliffe MW. Steven Spurrier served as the UK Panel Chair. The judges simultaneously swirled, sniffed and spit their way through a blind tasting of the original reds sampled at the legendary tasting in Paris, as well as a comparative tasting of younger vintages of red and white wines from the same and similar estates. First Flight The First Flight consisted of the original Judgment of Paris wines, including six cabernets from California: Clos du Val 1972, Freemark Abbey 1969, Heitz Martha’s Vineyard 1970, Mayacamas 1971, Ridge Montebello 1971 and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars 1973; and four Bordeaux: Châteaux Haut-Brion 1970, Chateau Leoville-Las-Cases 1971, Chateau Montrose 1970 and Chateau Mouton-Rothschild 1970. Second Flight Chardonnays: Chateau Montelena, Mount Eden Vineyards, Patz & Hall Hyde Vineyard, Peter Michael Winery, Ramey and Talley Vineyards. White Burgundies included: Drouhin Beaune Clos de Mouches, Jadot Chassagne-Montrachet Caillerets, Latour Corton-Charlemagne, Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet Pucelles, Ramonet Batard Montrachet, Roulot Meursault Charmes Flight 2 Results: Talley Vineyards 2002 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay was selected as the top Chardonnay in this flight with the combined scores of judges from both the US and UK. For more information, please visit www.copia.org. May 6, 2006: Mano Tinta Release PartyTalley Vineyards is pleased to present the Mano Tinta Release Party, to benefit The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers.
Enjoy complimentary wine tasting, lunch beginning at Noon, Mariachis from Noon-3pm and activities for children throughout the afternoon. Mano Tinta (“Red Hand” in Spanish), is a robust red wine with a name intended to capture the pride and commitment of farm workers to their craft. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of Mano Tinta 2004 Syrah will benefit The Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers. This fund, established by Brian and Johnine Talley in December, 2004, provides grants to organizations that assist these important workers in our community. March 3-4, 2006: World of Pinot Noir
March 3 - March 4, 2006
Web Site: http://www.wopn.com The world's largest gathering of Pinot Noir producers takes place on California's South Central Coast. Two days of educational seminars, tastings, and dinners combine for an exciting, in-depth event that will include more than 130 wineries in total. Tickets go on sale 10/1/05.
December 4-6, 2005: Vintners' Holiday Session VII at the AhwahneeWeb Site: http://www.yosemitepark.com As fall turns to winter, savor the bounty of top vineyards and raise a toast to Vintners' Holidays at The Ahwahnee in Yosemite National Park. Now in its twenty-fourth year, this annual wine series features an impressive roster of California wineries during eight separete sessions. The program for each session includes informative seminars and a Meet the Vintners Reception moderated by nationally recognized wine authorities. Each session concludes with a five-course Gala Vintners' Dinner in the Ahwahnee Dining Room, highlighting wines from the participating wineries. For reservations by phone, please call 1-559-253-5635. Session VII includes: Moderator, Dan Berger; Brian Talley, Talley Vineyards; Rick Hutchinson, Amphora Winery; Peter & Willinda McCrea, Stony Hill Vineyard; and Ehren Jordan, Turley Wine Cellars.
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3031 Lopez DriveArroyo Grande, California 93420(805) 489-0446Open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
3031 Lopez DriveArroyo Grande, California 93420(805) 489-0446Open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.