Previous EventsSunday, June 7, 2009: Marianne Talley Fun Run @ Talley VineyardsJoin 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 students from Arroyo Grande High School. Race-day registration and check-in for those already registered begins at 7am this Sunday.
Results are now posted on this website. From the Home Page, select "Marianne Talley Fun Run" from the left side-bar. Through June 29, 2009: Sandi Heller Artwork ExhibitionWeb Site: http://www.sandihellerart.com Sandi Heller’s art reveals her love of nature and hiking on the Central Coast. Her pastels capture the vibrant blues of the ocean, the intense greens of spring, the deep shadows in cliff faces and on hillsides, the shapes and intense colors of the hills, trees, and the myriad flowers that are part of the scenery she appreciates. She is an avid hiker and her paintings show views from the many hills around San Luis Obispo and Montaña de Oro, as well as more distant sites. Visit Talley Vineyards soon to view Sandi's beautiful creations.
May 11-14, 2009: Talley Vineyards Seminar at Disney's California AdventureFrom April 24 to June 7, 2009, the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California will host a six-week festival showcasing California's rich fusion of flavors. Cooking demonstrations, seminars and recipes that reflect the Golden State's regional and culinary diversity are all part of Disney's Fourth Annual California Food & Wine Festival. Winemaker Leslie Mead from Talley Vineyards will host a daily seminar at Disney's California Adventure during the event.
Saturday, May 2, 2009: Spring Open House at Talley VineyardsVisit Talley Vineyards on Saturday, May 2nd from 11am - 3pm for our annual Spring Open House. Complimentary wine tasting and light hors d'oeuvres will be offered for all guests, and you can enjoy the rockin' tunes of local favorite, the Damon Castillo Band. Please note special hours for event day, Saturday May 2nd: 11am - 3pm.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009: Vintner Dinner at Village Pub, Woodside CAWeb Site: http://www.thevillagepub.net Vintner Brian Talley and Chef Dmitry Elperin team up to present an extraordinary evening of food and wine at The Village Pub in Woodside, California. Enjoy rare single-vineyard wines from the Talley Vineyards library with each course. Seating is limited to 30 people, with a cost of $130/per person, plus tax and gratuity. For more information and reservations, phone 650-851-9888.
Monday, April 27, 2009: Vintner Dinner at Spruce, San FranciscoWeb Site: http://www.sprucesf.com Chef Mark Sullivan presents this limited-seating dinner at Spruce in San Francisco, Esquire Magazine's "Best New Restaurant" for 2008. Spruce welcomes you into a warm and inviting neighborhood restaurant that feels sophisticated yet relaxed, comfortable, and formal. Chef Mark Sullivan is committed to serving only the freshest local and organic produce and meats available. Enjoy a selection of rare single-vineyard wines from the Talley Vineyards library paired with each course. The cost is $130/per person plus tax and gratuity. For reservations, please phone: 415-931-5100.
March & April, 2009: Robert Reynolds Art Exhibition at Talley VineyardsWeb Site: http://www.robertreynoldsart.com Visit Talley Vineyards' Rincon Room in March and April, 2009, to view beautiful paintings by local artist Robert Reynolds. His paintings celebrate the natural beauty he finds on the Central Coast and during his annual time spent in the High Sierra.
Robert Reynolds' paintings are in art collections throughout the United States and abroad. Images of his paintings have graced the pages and covers of national art magazines and his work is included in over twenty art books, including three of his own. He is a Cal Poly University Professor Art/Emeritus, and a recipient of the university’s Distinguished Teaching Award and the Cal Poly President’s Art Award. Each summer, Robert Reynolds conducts an intensive six-day watercolor workshop at Bear Valley, located in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains. For more information about the artist, visit: www.robertreynoldsart.com. Sat-Sun, April 25-26: Jewelry Trunk Show at Talley VineyardsPlease join us during regular tasting hours (10:30am - 4:30pm) to experience the beautiful creations of Cynthia Eggiman, jewelry artist. Cynthis's one-of-a-kind jewelry designs in sterling silver and bronze will be showcased in Talley Vineyards's Rincon Room throughout the weekend, April 25-26. Meet the artist and try on her jewelry pieces - and take one or more home to enjoy!
Saturday, April 25, 2009: Cal Poly Wine Festival - Learn by Tasting!Web Site: http://www.calpolywinefestival.com/dotnetnuke/ Talley Vineyards will participate in the Cal Poly Vines to Wines Club's 7th Annual Cal Poly Wine Festival. This year's event will be held on Saturday, April 25th from 1pm till 4pm at Santa Margarita Vineyards, Pozo Road, Santa Margarita Ranch.
Tickets are $50 per person, with additional Gold Pass and Bus Pass add-on options available. For more information, please visit the web link, above. April 16-19, 2009: Pebble Beach Food & Wine FestivalWeb Site: http://www.pebblebeachfoodandwine.com This 2nd annual event includes 250 premium wine producers and 50 top chefs from around the globe; 22 premier wine tastings, ten celebrity chef cooking demos, six unique dining experiences - and more, are all available à la carte or as exclusive event packages. Brian and Johnine Talley from Talley Vineyards will participate in the 2009 event that was a big hit with guests in its inaugural year. For more information, visit the web link, above.
Saturday, April 18, 2009: Earth Day Food & Wine Festival, Santa Margarita, CAWeb Site: http://earthdayfoodandwine.com Join Talley Vineyards and over 200 participating wineries, restaurants and chefs, farmers, and educational exhibitors at the 2009 Earth Day Food & Wine Festival. Enjoy an amazing selection of local and sustainably produced foods and wines at this annual event. Live music and a silent auction featuring lifestyle packages complete this day in the scenic foothills of Santa Margarita de Cortona Asistencia. Event proceeds benefit farmworker outreach and farm research programs of the Central Coast Vineyard Team (CCVT), a non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable winegrowing.
Sunday, March 22, 2009: Wine Dinner in Birmingham, AlabamaWeb Site: http://www.birminghammenus.com/littlesavannah/ Join Talley Vineyards Regional Sales Manager Anna Heacock for a very special dinner, to be held at Little Savannah Restaurant in Birmingham, Alabama. Owners Maureen and Clif Holt (pictured at left) welcome Guest Chef Stephen Stryjewski of Cochon in New Orleans for this event. Chef Styjewski will pair each course with specially selected wines from Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak. For more information and reservations, please contact Little Savannah Restaurant: 205-591-1119.
March 20-21, 2009: Pigs & Pinot at The Hotel HealdsburgWeb Site: http://www.hotelhealdsburg.com/pp.php Chef Charlie Palmer invites you to the Fourth Annual Celebration of Pigs & Pinot, March 20-21, 2009 at Hotel Healdsburg. The celebratory weekend offers a series of intimate dining and educational events hosted by Chef Palmer. A cast of Master Sommeliers and international celebrity chefs will showcase some of the world’s greatest Pinots with perfect pork pairings. The proceeds from this event will benefit Share Our Strength and The Healdsburg School.
On Friday March 20th, 50 of the world’s best Pinot Noirs (including Talley Vineyards) will go head to head in this oenophile matchup to award the best of the best in this celebrated grape category by a renowned judging panel including top wine media personalities and industry heavyweights, notably USA Today’s Wine Critic Jerry Shriver. The winner and runner up will be revealed at the Friday night Taste of Pigs & Pinot event. A limited number of weekend packages and a la carte tickets are currently available. Please contact the chief concierge at 800-889-7188 or concierge@hotelhealdsburg.com. Thursday, March 12, 2009: Winemaker Dinner, Four Seasons, Westlake VillageWeb Site: http://www.fourseasons.com/westlakevillage On Thursday, March 12, 2009, Chef de Cuisine Jelle Vandenbroucke perfectly pairs a four-course seasonal menu to complement the wines of Talley Vineyeards. Winemaker Leslie Mead will be available to discuss the varietals. USD 95.00 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuities. For information and reservations, please call 1 (818) 575-3000 and ask for Hampton's Restaurant Reservations. Information about the Four Seasons Westlake Village may be found via their website link, above.
March 6-7, 2009: World of Pinot Noir in Shell Beach, CAWeb Site: http://www.wopn.com Join Talley Vineyards and over 180 participating pinot noir producers at the 9th 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 roster of wineries), a featured tasting with guest Burgundian producer, and three 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.
February, 2009: Carole Bartolini Art ExhibitionWeb Site: http://www.flyinggriffin.com Please join us in the Talley Vineyards Rincon Room during February 2009 to view beautiful digital paintings by local artist, Carole Bartolini.
Carole's medium of choice emulates watecolor, pastels, oils and acrylic paints by applying brush strokes via a digital paintbrush stylus. After the painting is complete, the image is transferred to fine art canvas or paper using a large format giclee printer. Visit us soon to enjoy Carole's unique creations. Saturday, February 21st: Pinot Cioppino Dinner at Talley VineyardsCost: $125.00 Talley Vineyards will hold our annual "Pinot Cioppino" Dinner/Fundraising event on Saturday, February 21st. 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 and ticket availability, please contact Alyssa Ball at Talley Vineyards: 805-489-0446 ext 32. Wednesday, January 21, 2009: Dinner at Emilio's - Santa BarbaraPlease join Brian and Johnine Talley for a five-couse dinner of incredible food and wine pairings at Emilio's Restaurant in Santa Barbara. Wines from both Talley Vineyards and Bishop's Peak will be paired with the delicious cuisine of Emilio's. The cost for this event is $65/per person, plus tax and gratuity.
To make reservations, please contact Emilio's: 805-966-4426. The address is: Emilio's 324 West Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Sunday, January 11, 2009: Cyclecross Event at Talley VineyardsWeb Site: http://www.cencalcycling.com Competitive cycling comes to Talley Vineyards for the 2009 Vine Cross on Sunday, January 11th. For event details and registration, please visit: www.cencalcycling.com. Online registration is open until 1/9/09 at 11:59pm.
November & 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.
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: 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 **
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.