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El Lugar Wines
San Luis Obispo

El Lugar Wines

About El Lugar Wines

Coby Parker-Garcia has been winemaking since 2002, bringing experience to El Lugar's program in San Luis Obispo. The portfolio centers on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah, with vineyard-designate bottlings from Bien Nacido, Rincon, Spanish Springs, and SLO Coast. The 2019 Bien Nacido Pinot Noir earned 96 points and Cellar Selection from Wine Enthusiast. The 2021 Rincon received 95 points from the same publication. Spanish Springs Chardonnay and the 2023 SLO Coast Pinot Noir, ranked #34 in Jeb Dunuck's TOP 50 Wines of 2025, anchor recent releases. The tasting room at 3197 Duncan Road opens Thursday through Sunday, noon to five, with extended hours Friday and Saturday until seven. Wine club members receive 15% off shipments arriving in April and October.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Club

Pinot Noir focused wine club with two scheduled shipments per year (April and October), priority access to new releases, 15% discount on purchases, complimentary wine club release events, and invitations to private tastings and events. Members can choose 4, 6, or 12 bottle shipments.

Varietals

Pinot NoirChardonnaySyrah

When to visit El Lugar Wines

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Sunday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Good to know about El Lugar Wines

Can you visit El Lugar Wines? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, El Lugar Wines has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026).

What wines does El Lugar Wines specialize in?

El Lugar Wines focuses on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah. Signature bottles include Vineyard Designate CA Pinot Noir, Spanish Springs Vineyard Chardonnay, Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir, Bien Nacido Pinot Noir, Spanish Springs Vineyard Syrah, Greengate Vineyard Pinot Noir Blanc, SLO Coast Pinot Noir.

Can you bring kids to El Lugar Wines?

Yes, El Lugar Wines welcomes children.

Where is El Lugar Wines located?

El Lugar Wines is at 3197 Duncan Rd Ste C in San Luis Obispo, California. Phone: +1 805-888-7639.

Who makes the wine at El Lugar Wines?

The winemaking at El Lugar Wines is led by Coby Parker-Garcia.

What tasting experiences does El Lugar Wines offer?

El Lugar Wines offers Wine Club.

What are El Lugar Wines's tasting hours?

El Lugar Wines is open Thursday, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Friday and Saturday, 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and Sunday, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Does El Lugar Wines have outdoor seating?

Yes, El Lugar Wines has outdoor seating.

Where to find El Lugar Wines

El Lugar Wines is at 3197 Duncan Rd Ste C, San Luis Obispo, California, United States.

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