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Events
From tastings and pairings to live shows and seasonal activities, there’s always something happening at Meridian. Check out our list of current events and mark your calendars!
Current Events
Friday Afternoon with Miss Oddette
Friday, September 3, 2010, 1-4pm
Specializing in smoked beef Tri-Tip topped with her "Special Report" or "No Joke" BBQ Sauces, join Miss Oddette for delicious samples of her third generation BBQ sauces and incredible serving suggestions! Samples available 1-4pm in the Tasting Room.
7th Annual Cellar Sale (Labor Day Weekend)
Saturday, September 4, 2010, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Take advantage of great case discounts on some of our finest wines. We will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and tasting costs $5.00 per person which includes the logo glass and a sample of the wine available for sale. Sausage BBQ available for purchase from 11-2pm.
Wine Club Fall Pick Up Party
Saturday, September 11, 2010, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Pick up your fall shipment between 2 and 4 p.m. and enjoy a very exclusive opportunity to taste our Limited Release wines paired with a variety of sumptuous appetizers. This private party is complimentary for all Wine Club members plus two of your friends. If any of your friends joins our wine club during their visit, you will receive a surprise gift from us at Meridian!
Friday Afternoon with La Bella Olives
Friday, October 1, 2010, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Try a variety of award-winning gourmet olives from Pepper Jack Cheese to Garlic & Jalapeno Stuffed. And La Bella’s zesty marinated Garlic Cloves will add a unique flair to your Harvest meals. Complimentary samples available 1-4 pm.
Savor the Central Coast
Saturday & Sunday, October 2 & 3, 2010, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Join us at this incredible event and taste our award-winning wines from the Central Coast. Indulge with over 30 chefs preparing meals grown by local farmers. Discover the 2-acre kitchen garden. Tour the 20,000 square-foot Central Coast Pavilion. Learn with Sunset Magazine's expert editors...and much more! The main event is both days from 10am to 5pm at the Santa Margarita Ranch. For more information or to purchase your tickets, please visit www.savorthecentralcoast.com.
Admission to The Main Event for Saturday or Sunday with a single day ticket is $85.00 and $75.00 for locals. 2-day (Saturday and Sunday) admission ticket is $150.00 and $130.00 for locals.
Harvest Celebration
Saturday, October 16, 2010 10:00am to 5:00pm
Stop by for barrel samples of Limited Release Cabernet, a stellar line-up of wines and enjoy Brian Stein's famous Santa Maria Style BBQ tri-tip sandwiches hot off the grill all day long! Cool off with Doc Bernstein's wine ripple ice cream, join in the grape stomp fun and listen to live jazz by ZZAH from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the patio. $10/pp, all inclusive. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Harvest Brunch
Sunday, October 17, 2010 10:30 or 11:00am
Unwind with a relaxing wine country brunch in our rustic barrel room. Enjoy fresh, seasonal fare by Two Cooks Catering including Cabernet Winter Squash Soup and Chicken with Pomegranate-Basil Sauce, served with our Limited Release wines and homemade sangria. $40/pp for adults; $20/pp for children. Seatings at 10:30 or 11:00am. Reservations required, please call 805-226-7133.
Friday Afternoon with Cahoots Cathering
Friday, November 5, 2010, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Jim and Lisa with Cahoots Catering are local celebrities known for their famous Thai Chicken Salad and Southwestern Chicken Melt. Stop by the tasting room from 1 to 4 p.m. for a sample of their wonderful products including Thai Salad Dressing & Chipotle Mayonnaise along with tasty menu ideas from their creative cookbook!
Wine Vine Run Pasta & Salad Feed
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Join us for a pre-race Pasta and Salad Feed from 5 to 7pm in our barrel room. Listen to live acoustic guitar and enjoy Meridian wine (available for purchase by the glass or the bottle). Dinner tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for children ages 12 and under. To purchase tickets, please call the tasting room at 805-226-7133.
Wine Vine Run – Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Experience the wine country of Paso Robles and support a great cause! Come run/walk in this unique destination race through the beautiful vineyards of Meridian followed by a leisurely wine tasting and breakfast in our gardens. All proceeds benefit the Paso Robles Athletic Department. Visit winevinerun.com for registration information.
Friday Afternoon with Meridian Wine Filled Chocolates
Friday, December 3, 2010
Beat the winter chills and cozy up with a Meridian Wine-Filled Chocolate! Infused with our Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon, this Belgian dark chocolate truffle is pure decadence. Pick up a box for a great stocking stuffer! Samples available 12-5 pm.
Holiday Open House & Winter Wine Club Pick Up Party
Saturday, December 11, 2010
Meridian Vineyards will be celebrating the season with a complimentary Holiday Open House from 10-5pm! Sample exclusive “Limited Release” wines, mulled cider, festive cupcakes by Amy Bakes Cupcakes of Atascadero and make your holiday wreath with vines cut from our very own vineyards. Wine Club members are in for an extra treat from 2-4pm, including a private tasting in our barrel chai and a special barrel sample paired with gourmet macaroni and cheese from Cahoots Catering!
As a benefit to our visitors we are also listing events from our cellar partner, Cellar360. Club members receive the same wine purchase discounts at the Cellar360 that they do at the winery!
