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The Wine History Project

The Wine History Project of SLO County preserves and presents two centuries of local viticulture through research, interviews, exhibitions, publications, talks and tastings. We work with local museums, galleries, archives, and wineries to organize events and exhibitions in venues throughout the county.

Together We Can Preserve the Story of Central Coast Winemaking

Location

3592 Broad Street,
Suite 104,
San Luis Obispo,
CA 93401

Phone

(805) 439-4647

Email

libbie@winehistoryproject.org

Open Hours

By Appointment

Recent Articles

Harvest Celebration The First Annual Celebration November 9, 1991 Edna Valley and Arroyo Grande Valley San Luis Obispo, California

Anniversaries, Awards, and Celebrations

The Harvest Celebration is a tradition that is still celebrated today. The name has changed several times to become known as Roll Out the Barrels and most recently, Harvest on the Coast. The sponsoring vintners’ association has also changed. The original name, Edna Valley Arroyo Grande Valley Vintners, founded in 1985, is now known as San Luis Obispo Coast Wine Collective, with a membership of 30 member wineries located on average five miles from the coast. They can be reached at info@slowine.com or at 805-550-2506

Piedra Creek Winery

Winery Owner/Founder

Romeo (Meo) made wines sourced from the finest grapes in San Luis Obispo County. He harvested his own grapes. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay came from the MacGregor Vineyard in the Edna Valley, and Zinfandel from the old vines in the Benito Dusi Vineyard in Paso Robles. Meo had a long history making wine at home in his laundry room in Southern California as a hobby starting in the 1960s. However, when he retired to the Edna Valley his talents and passion for winemaking brought him into the limelight. He started new careers as a grower and winemaker at age 75.

Domaine Alfred and the Chamisal Vineyard LEGEND – Terry Speizer

Legends, Winemaker

Summary Domaine Alfred Winery, founded by Terry Speizer in 1994, changed the history of winegrowing in the Edna Valley. Terry favored Pinot Noir, one of the most difficult grapes to grow. He researched the best clones grown in the area of Dijon, France, and planted...

Paderewski Festival | November 4-6

News - Overview, Past Events, Wine History - Events

The Paderewski Festival is a four-day music festival held annually in November celebrating Paso Robles’ rich heritage and its most famous resident Ignacy Jan Paderewski – virtuoso pianist, composer, international politician, local landowner, grower and winemaker. Concerts featuring world renown talent, exhibits, lectures, master classes and film screenings are accompanied by wine tastings and tours of local vineyards. A youth piano competition, recital and student cultural exchange with Poland additionally honor Paderewski’s legacy.

Edna Valley in the 1970s

Edna Valley, New Series: Edna Valley Wine History, Wine - 1970s History

A map of Edna Valley in the 1970s showcases the pioneering vineyards and single winery.

LEGEND of Norman Goss, Founder of Chamisal Vineyard

Edna Valley, Legends, New Series: Edna Valley Wine History

Norman Goss was a “renaissance man ”; he had several remarkable talents, passions, an extensive knowledge of international wine regions, and built multiple careers that spanned most of the twentieth century. He traveled the world, and explored cultures and their cuisines, wines, music, and arts. He was a Californian, born in Los Angeles, who traveled to Europe in the “Grand Tour” fashion with his parents as a child; he was raised in Pasadena, which also became his home for a number of years in adulthood.

Legend of Phillip and Gelert Hart AmByth Estate- Forever

Legends, Winemaker

Phillip developed a passion for wine and ancient winemaking techniques during his travels. After much research he became the first person in San Luis Obispo County to pursue Biodynamic Farming in the vineyard when planting 17 acres with eleven grape varieties in Templeton.

Press & Media

News - Overview

Check out what folks are saying about our exhibits, books, films, and more! We love hearing feedback. If you’ve published an article about our exhibits, projects, or work, please email info@winehistoryproject.org.

Celebrating Women’s History Month and Two Hundred Years of BAD ASS French Women Champagne Makers

Winemaker

To continue the International Celebration of Women’s History Month, I want to introduce you to some of the heroines, winemakers, and owners of the Champagne Houses, who promoted, innovated and made French champagne during the past 250 years…

Exhibitions

Wine Becomes Art Exhibit Opening in the Historic Dallidet Adobe

Last night’s opening of Wine Becomes Art in the historic Dallidet Adobe of 1860 was a joyous occasion!

19th Century Wine History Timeline Exhibition

Installation in the Dallidet Gardens
APRIL 2018 – Ongoing

Central Coast Wine Classic Exhibition

The following is an excerpt from the exhibition Doing Good and Living Well: Archie McLaren and the Central Coast Wine Classic, which the Wine History Project designed and exhibited at the History Center of San Luis Obispo County and the offices of the Board of...

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