*Photo by Baileyana, Tangent & True Myth Tasting Room*

Welcome to the Central Coast, home to the new way to do wine tasting. Whether you long to sit in the Edna Valley vineyards, only a few miles away from the ocean with a refreshing coastal wind, or you prefer the expansive rolling hills of vineyards in Paso Robles, you’ll find both here in the San Luis Obispo County. However, you might be surprised to discover that many people often struggle to enjoy an afternoon fully immersed in wine tasting and the breathtaking environment surrounding them. Don’t run into the same hiccups that most people encounter that will undoubtedly sour your afternoon. Instead, make sure you do the four following things to ensure a seamless wine tasting experience in wine country.

1. Determine The Types And Varietals Of Wine You Want To Taste
Each region of the Central Coast, ranging from Paso Robles to Enda Valley, specializes in different types of wine. With over 300 wineries, you’re going to want to narrow the scope for your perfect wine tasting experience. Here are some questions you might try asking yourself and those in your wine tasting party to understand the Central Coast region you’ll want to visit.

-Do I want to splurge on delightful sparkling wine?
-Do I want to sip on crisp white wines like Chardonnays, Sauvignon Blancs, Rieslings and others?
-Do I want bold, savory red wines like Cabernet Sauvignons, Merlots, Syrahs and others?

If you’re looking for sparkling wine that you can toast your afternoon away with, you’re in luck. You’ll have the opportunity to pay both Paso Robles and Edna Valley a visit. Both regions have wineries that specialize in this bubbly delight. Are you searching for that perfect light and snappy white wine? Try visiting the coastal area of Edna Valley. With wineries only minutes away from the coast, you can spend your afternoon in the vineyards with refreshing white wines and then your evening watching the sunset from the beach. On a mission to find the boldest reds around? The wine country of Paso Robles is the region for you. Well-loved by both visitors and locals for their wine and superb restaurants, it's never been easier for a night out after your wine tasting.

2. Plan Your Wine Tasting For A Sunday
It’s not a secret that wineries around the Central Coast are busy on Saturdays. That’s why we want to share the insider secret about going on a Sunday. Sundays generally have less foot traffic and you’ll usually receive even better service. You’ll also enjoy a more relaxed experience overall, so wine not give Sundays a try?

3. Get The Charcuterie Board Ready
Around the end of the second winery you stop at, you’re going to start feeling a bit peckish. Nothing takes all the enjoyment out of wine tasting like a growling stomach. That’s why we recommend packing several snacks for you and your party. Nuts, cured meat, cheese and crackers are all winners in the bites to eat while wine tasting category. A picnic is always a winning idea as well. No matter the snacks you choose, make sure you bring some water. While you can always enjoy your fill of water at wineries, your water bottles will save you in a pinch if you get thirsty while traveling from one winery to another. Fun fact, if you choose to ride with us, you can even tell us the snacks you would like stored on the vehicle for your convenience. All our limos, coaches and cars also come pre-equipped with water that you can enjoy throughout your wine tasting tour. We can also provide catered lunches, to make your experience wine tasting, even easier (and tastier).

4. Take Advantage Of Hand Sanitizer
Don’t let your wine tasting experience result in you bringing a cold or flu back home with you. Take advantage of the hand sanitizer offered by some wineries. If you opt to travel with us, make sure to ask us for some hand sanitizer! All of our vehicles come equipped with enough hand sanitizer for you and your entire wine tasting party, plus some. Our luxury coaches even come installed with a wipe station, giving you easy access to disinfectant wipes as well so you can clean your hands with the sanitizer and your purse, cellphone, or bags.

Are you ready to spend your weekend wine tasting on the beautiful Central Coast with us? Let us help you plan your wine tour in the rolling hills of Paso Robles today. Contact our team at Info@ObsidianLuxuryServices.com, or give our office a call at (805) 457-5749 to see how we can work with you to ensure you have an extraordinary wine tasting experience.

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