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.
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
Together We Can Preserve the Story of Central Coast Winemaking
Early California History
Edna Valley Wine History
Featured Project: Amphorae
Recent Articles
From the Collection
Series: Prohibition
- Legends
Legend – Frank Nerelli
Third-generation Italian grower and winemaker at the famous Pesenti Winery and his own ZinAlley in Templeton. Frank is proud of his heritage and continues to strengthen the Legacy of both the Nerelli and Pesenti families.
Book Reviews
Featured Resources
Wine - 18th Century History
Historical Vineyards Planted in San Luis Obispo County 1779 to 1900
A deep dive into historical vineyards planted in San Luis Obispo County from 1779 to 1900.
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
