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wich” with VDRV’s Barbera Dessert Wine and 75% cacao chocolate wine wafers and picnic near a relax- ing slate water fountain.
In lieu of a tasting fee, visitors place donations in a carafe for the North County Humane Society,
a cause close to King’s heart, con- firmed by four friendly dogs greet- ing every tasting room visitor.
While looking towards the
far off rain clouds for some good news, Dave said, “Dry farming is not meant for economy of scale or for the faint of heart, but we’re still here after 26 years.” Paso Robles now has about 350 wineries out
of 4,400 in California. Vista Del Rey has survived as one of the original 30 in Paso Robles. Despite nearly five years of extreme drought conditions, grim local harvests, and vine stress, Dave said, “We’re still ticking.”
‘Still ticking’ translates to about 500 cases a year produced at Pacific Wine Services. Tried and true wine club members hold their allocated stashes with much gratitude.
Dave has no plans to change what has worked well for 26 years. “It’s our little slice of heaven,” he said.
Vista Del Rey Vineyards is located at 7340 Drake Road in Paso Robles. From Highway 101, turn west on San Marcos Road, about six
miles north of Paso Robles. Drake Road is 3.5 miles from the highway. Open Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment.
(805) 467-2138.
Wine Tasting
   -VISIT US FOR A COMPLIMENTARY TASTING­
Enjoy our winery grounds, taste our remarkable wines, picnic, play bocce or just relax in the shade.
GLUNZ FAMILY WINERY & CELLARS
OPEN DAILY 10AM-5PM ~ LOCATED AT 8331 HIGHWAY 46E GFWC.COM ~ 805-238-1400
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