But that’s far from the only menu item worth sampling, as this restaurant savory shrimp skewers, grilled artichokes, and quail all rounding out the menu. A local favorite since 1952 (and prominently featured in the famous 2004 film, "Sideways"), this unassuming dining venue is best known for its world-class ribeye. This regional cuisine utilizes an ultra-savory blend of spices and slow roasting to make some truly succulent beef.įor a deep dive into its rich flavors, it’s tough to find a better restaurant than Hitching Post. In addition to top-notch whites, reds and rosés, the valley is also renowned for one culinary tradition in particular: Santa Maria-style barbecue. Try Santa Maria-style barbecue at Hitching PostĬalamari from Pizzeria Bello Forno - Photo courtesy of Jared Ranahan In addition to multiple stops across downtown Orcutt, the vehicle provides customers with an opportunity to visit two acclaimed wineries across the region. If you’re planning to hop from winery to winery and want to leave your car behind, Santa Maria Valley has concocted an innovative solution in the form of the Wine Trolley, a shuttle service that operates from May to November on Saturdays and Sundays. The Santa Maria Valley Wine Trolley - Photo courtesy of Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce Take a ride on the Santa Maria wine trolley And of course, there’s no shortage of other wineries to explore across the area, with Presqu'ile Winery serving as a particularly impressive destination thanks to its scenic rolling hills and horseback riding tours taking place across the 400-acre estate. Located east of Orcutt, this route spans 30 miles, with wineries ranging from the charming Tres Hermanas Vineyard & Winery to Zaca Mesa, a family-owned operation that’s been specializing in flavorful Rhône-style wines for half a century.įor fans of rich Pinot Noir, Costa De Oro offers top-quality wine from the comfort of their polished tasting room, while Cottonwood Canyon Winery is renowned for its strong Chardonnay showing and gorgeous estate. To gain ample insight into these two varietals, the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail is the perfect destination. Recognized as one of California’s first AVA wine regions in 1981, the balmy Mediterranean climate has given rise to a particularly robust Pinot Noir and Chardonnay scene. For full delivery information, including cost, click the ‘Delivery Information’ link above.Sip and savor along the Foxen Canyon Wine TrailĪ selection of wines from Cottonwood Canyon - Photo courtesy of Jared RanahanĪfter a lengthy morning spent trekking along the region's scenic dunes, there’s no better reward than a glass of wine, and Santa Maria Valley is perfectly equipped to deliver. Next day delivery is available at checkout. Place your order by 3pm for same day dispatch. We use as much recycled and recyclable material as possible, including newspapers from our coffee shop, Coffee Yard, to pack our boxes.ĭelivery Details: Unframed prints come rolled in a tube. We only use sturdy cardboard postal tubes and double walled cardboard boxes. Packaging Details: We go to great lengths to ensure that your purchase arrives in perfect condition. California wine regions have become vastly more complicated since Napa Valley was. For frame details click the ‘View Frame Details’ link above. There are two finishes to choose from: black or white. We have been successfully shipping ready to hang frames containing glass since we opened in 2005. Unlike acrylic, glass does not lose its clarity over time and can be easily and safely cleaned. See where Napa and Sonoma sit in terms of all California wine and discover lessor known regions that are well worth a look at.įrame Details: We use sustainable wooden frames and glass, not fibreboard and acrylic which typically you find in 'off the shelf' frames. Taking in all regions at once will help quickly make sense of the bigger picture perspective on wine in California. These are authentic Wine Folly posters which have a badge of authencity in the corner. This chart is printed on archival, acid-free matte paper with fade resilient soy-based inks and UV coating. 'Wine Map Of California' is an open edition, illlustrative Giclee print by Wine Folly.
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