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Walking "Sideways" on the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail in Los Olivos, CA
The wineries scattered on this Santa Barbara Country wine trail—where the troubled men of Sideways pilgrimaged for the finest reds and whites—are varied: the vast grounds of Firestone and Fess Parker are well-manicured and picture-perfect; the garden of Rancho Sisquoc is ideal for picnics and youngsters; the tiny "barn" of Foxen is rustic and charming; and the giant-sized chess set outside Zaca Mesa is fun to play with as you take sips from your glass. Be sure to stock up your car with fruits, crackers, breads, cheeses, and other snacks, then begin your wine tasting journey—either from the north in Santa Maria or from the south in Los Olivos—and work your way in the opposite direction. The route—fitting for roadtripping singles, couples seeking Central California's sunny countryside, and even families with young children—can be sampled in a day, but spreading out your tasting tour over a few days guarantees a leisurely weekend.
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