Rocky Creek Cellars, Central Coast Travel Guide

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Discover handcrafted, single-varietal red wines at Rocky Creek Cellars, a family-operated winery in Paso Robles' scenic York Mountain Appellation.

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Rocky Creek Cellars is a boutique, family-operated winery in Templeton, CA, specializing in handcrafted, long-aged red wines. Founded in 1999 by John Somogyi Jr., a Hungarian immigrant, the winery produces around 1000 cases annually, using traditional winemaking practices and hand-harvested fruit. The rustic tasting room, built by the Somogyi family, offers a welcoming experience where visitors can sample single-varietal wines.

A brief summary to Rocky Creek Cellars

8687 Apple Rd, Templeton, California, 93465, US
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Monday 11 am-5 pm
Tuesday 11 am-5 pm
Wednesday 11 am-5 pm
Thursday 11 am-5 pm
Friday 11 am-5 pm
Saturday 11 am-5 pm
Sunday 11 am-5 pm

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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Rocky Creek Cellars.

Engage with the Somogyi family to learn about their traditional winemaking practices and the history of the winery.
Try the award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, known for their distinct flavors.
Consider joining the wine club for regular shipments of handcrafted wines.
Visit during the week for a more intimate tasting experience.

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Getting There

Driving

Rocky Creek Cellars is located off Highway 46 West in Templeton. From Highway 101, head west for approximately 9 miles on Highway 46 West; the winery will be on the left. From Highway 1, head east for about 12 miles on Highway 46 West; the winery will be on the right. Parking is available on-site. There are no tolls on this immediate approach.
Ride Share

From within Templeton, a ride-sharing service like Uber or a taxi can provide transportation to Rocky Creek Cellars. The cost is variable. From downtown Templeton, expect to pay around $20-$35. Be aware that pick-up times may be longer than in larger cities.

Discover more about Rocky Creek Cellars

Nestled in the York Mountain Appellation of Templeton, California, Rocky Creek Cellars offers a genuine, family-run winery experience. Founded in 1999 by John Somogyi Jr., Rocky Creek Cellars is the realization of a dream to produce single-varietal wines using traditional, hands-on winemaking techniques. The winery stands on a 26-acre property originally purchased in the 1980s for its natural beauty.Dusty Somogyi, John's son, took over winemaking operations in 2009, continuing his father's commitment to natural and pure wines. Rocky Creek Cellars prides itself on hand-harvested fruit, long skin contact, hand racking, and aging wines for up to four years in the barrel. The winery produces around 1000 cases annually, sold exclusively from their tasting room.The tasting room, built by John and Dusty, reflects their dedication to craftsmanship, featuring rustic redwood and Old World wine presses. Visitors can engage in conversations with the Somogyi family while sampling their popular red wines. Rocky Creek Cellars is known for its award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, as well as other single varietals like Syrah and Merlot.Rocky Creek Cellars also offers a wine club, providing members with shipments of handcrafted wines. The winery is open daily from 11 am to 5 pm, offering a comforting and engaging tasting experience.