Hearst Ranch Winery Events

The Tasting Tour 2011
National Tour (See Information below)
August 18 - November 3, 2011

San Francisco International Wine CompetitionAs a Double Gold Medal winner at the 2011 San Francisco International Wine Competition, Hearst Ranch Winery is excited to join the Tasting Panel Tour this fall! This highly received, annual tour will take us to 14 cities as we showcase our 2009 Tempranillo, which was also named Best Tempranillo in 2011. The Double Gold winners are scheduled to travel to New York, Washington D.C., Chicago, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Phoenix, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange County, Las Vegas, Seattle, Portland, Miami, and Beaver Creek, Colorado. Trade may call the Competition office for information about dates and venues of these tastings. We hope to see you on the road! Please visit www.sfwinecomp.com for more information.

Court Street ConsommE' @ Court Street Terrace
San Luis Obispo, CA
Saturday, October 29, 2011
5:00 PM to 8:00 pm
$25.00/pp

Join Hearst Ranch Winery for an evening of food, wine, music and masquerade benefiting the Hearst Cancer Resource Center at French Hospital. Our wines will be expertly paired with Hearst Ranch Beef and other fine cuisine prepared by top local chefs. Entertainment provided by the Damon Castillo Band. Tickets are only $25/pp and can be purchased at the Ian Saude Gallery, by calling 805-784-0967 or at the door!

Salon Dinner at Ramekins
Sonoma, CA
Friday, October 28, 2011
6:30 PM to 9:30 pm
$135.00/pp

Remember the great Parisian literary salons of the past? Discover a 21st Century Salon in the heart of Sonoma. Join Ramekins for an evening with Steve Hearst of the Hearst Corporation and one of the most prominent families in California. Steve will provide a look into their family’s rich history in California, from his great grandfather William Randolph Hearst building the Hearst Castle in San Simeon, to the family’s endeavors in publishing with the Hearst Corporation. His family’s story is truly an inspiring tale of the California Dream. He will also introduce wines from Hearst Ranch Winery and grass-fed beef from Hearst Ranch that Ramekins Executive Chef Doug MacFarland has prepared a delicious wine-paired menu with. Come join us to be stimulated intellectually, meet new people, and enjoy fine wine and delectable food. For tickets please visit www.ramekins.com.

Evening in the Garden
Mission San Antonio - Fort Hunter Liggett, Jolon, CA
Saturday, November 5, 2011
4:00 PM to 8:00 pm

Join us at the Mission San Antonio de Padua for an elegant wine tasting affair benefiting the restoration of this historical Central Coast mission. Our wines will be showcased during the main event and in the Library “Port Room” featuring sweet and dessert wines. We hope you can join us at this enchanting evening for a great cause. For more information please visit http://missionsanantonio.net/eveninginthegarden.

Winemaker Dinner at Robert's
Paso Robles, CA
Thursday, November 10, 2011
6:30 PM to 8:30 pm

ROBERT’s Executive Chef Ryan Swarthout will be preparing a delectable three-course meal to pair with three excellent Hearst Ranch Wines. First Course – Dungeness Crab Cakes with Papaya Slaw & Sweet Thai Chili Sauce paired with our 2009 “Glacier Ridge” Chardonnay. Second Course – Aged NY Strip with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Asparagus & Green Peppercorn Sauce paired with our 2009 “Chileano” Tempranillo. Third Course – Heaven and Hell Cake paired with our 2007 “Enchantment” Late Harvest Zinfandel. Don’t miss out on this wonderful experience of dining in an elegant, cozy atmosphere while enjoying our “Legacy of Quality”. Tickets are $65pp; $55pp for club members. Please call Robert’s for reservations at 805.226.5556.

Cayucos Wine & Food Festival
Vet's Hall Cayucos, CA
Saturday, November 19, 2011
4 PM to 8 pm

Join us for a fun gathering in scenic downtown Cayucos featuring local wineries and eateries. Come with your friends and meet your neighbors. Get a taste of the Central Coast! For tickets call Stephanie at 805.441.5406.

Other News and Events

• Awards & Accolades for 2010 through 2011
• June 25, 2011 - Pouring at FUN Decanted in Los Angeles
• June 16, 2011 - Vintage 1255 Winemaker Pouring in San Luis Obispo
• June 15, 2011 - Los Angeles International Wine and Spirits Competition Results
• June 6, 2011 - New Tasting Room Hours: Open Daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• May 20, 2011- Friday Night Wine Festival "Tastings, Teasers, and Tapas Party"
• April 16, 2011- Hearst Cancer Resource Center Gala Dinner - Hearst Ranch
• April 15, 2011- Legacy Club Pick-up Party in San Simeon.
• January 24 - 30, 2011 - Hearst Ranch Winery pouring at Torrey Pines Farmers Open
• July 18, 2010 - Gold Medal & Chairman's Best of Class for "2007 Lone Tree"
• July 8, 2010 - Chef Emeril Lagasse pairs our "2007 The Point" at the Classic
• Recipe from Chef Chris Kobayashi of Artisan for our Cabernet Franc
(Click on the links above for more information.)