The Wine History Project
We collect and present two centuries of local viticulture history through research, interviews, exhibitions, films, and publications and work with local vintners and growers to bring to life the wine history of San Luis Obispo County.
Together We Can Preserve the Story of Central Coast Winemaking
Explore the stories of the men and women who made viticultural history in our county in People. Learn about the historical tools and equipment used in cultivating grapevines and making wine in Objects. Delve deep into the chronology of wine history in the county in Wine.
Reach out to us and help contribute to our continually expanding wine history timeline and archival collection. Contact Us
Recent Articles
New Series: Outstanding Tasting Rooms from the Decade
Series: Artists and Winemakers
Series: Prohibition
Series: Wines in the White House
- Legends
Stephen Ross Dooley
Stephen Ross Dooley is a mentor and wine consultant that has helped local winemakers and wineries produce award-winning wines in both the Edna and Arroyo Grande Valleys. He founded Stephen Ross Wine Cellars after being the winemaker at Edna Valley Vineyard and Moro Bay Vineyards. He is a co-founder of the Edna Valley Vintners Association and worked with Brian Talley to establish World of Pinot and in developing the Stone Corral Vineyard.
From the Collection
Every Label Tells a Story
Why are labels important to the consumer? And what makes a good wine label?
Book Reviews
Featured Resources
Wine - 18th Century History
Central Coast Timeline: Early Wine History
Early Explorers, the Missions Era, and the Mexican Period.
Wine - 19th Century History
The Wine House – Paso Robles 1887
1144 Pine Street, located on the southeast corner of Pine at 12th Street, has been many things over the years. It is currently an Italian restaurant and formerly home to Villa Creek. Further back in time, to the year 1887 to be exact, the property housed The Wine House and Billiard Hall, owned and operated by E.J. Carpeaux.
Wine - 20th Century History
Edna Valley in the 1970s
A map of Edna Valley in the 1970s showcases the pioneering vineyards and single winery.
Current Exhibitions
