Torettis Family Vineyard — Attraction in California

In the the wine-riddled and artisanal town of Los Olivos, the tasting room of Toretti's functions together and apart with the shaded selection of wineries. Pancho, the one man behind and in front of the downtown operation, is a winemaker with a pantheon of world-shaping theories and adventures to share. His sense of humor will keep you kicking it at the bar or laughing in the leather chairs of this luxuriously furnished lounge area for hours. Hi commitment to producing top-notch pinot noir will knock you into new territory with each new vintage. And his open-ended air of camaraderie will ensure that you find him ready and waiting to lift your spirits even in the face of rain, heat, or June gloom. Take a journey off the beaten path and away from the main drag for a discovery that's more elemental than a...

So, first of all, if you are looking for a tasting room that closes later than the rest (on the weekend), come here. You will be pleasantly surprised that the wine here is amazing! Santa Maria Pinots, primarily, but also a fabulous Chard and sparkling wine. And, Frank (Pancho) is the consummate host! We LOVE this place! So much so that I had my...

If you love Burgundian styled wines this is the place to go. Good wine, and after talking with the owner it's unsure how long they'll do publics tastings. They sell enough wine through their club that they might only have it open to club members. It's off the main drag but if you like pinots it's worth...