A Taste of Monterey Wine Visitors Center, 700 Cannery Row, Monterey, (831)646-5446 & 127 Main St, Salinas (831)751-1980. Monterey Wine Visitors Center, 700 Cannery Row, Monterey, (831)646-5446 & 127 Main St, Salinas (831)751-1980. Wines from all 35 Monterey Wine Country wineries. Extensive selection of wine accessories and local gourmet food items. Relax at a window table, enjoy a glass of fine Monterey wine, and take in our spectacular views of Monterey Bay. The facility is available for private parties and corporate events. Hours: Monterey: 11am-6pm, daily. Salinas: 11am-5pm Mon-Sat.

Ag Venture Tours, P.O. Box 2634, Monterey, CA 93942, (831)643-9463. TCP 11043 S-P.Come visit the Monterey or Santa Cruz Wine Country on a guided Ag Venture wine tasting tour. Each tour includes visits to three wineries, a vineyard walk, and a delicious picnic lunch. Agricultural education, local sightseeing tours, and transportation available. Excellent service, knowledgeable, friendly guides, Christmas gift certificates (wine tasting parties make a unique holiday gift). Call for information and rates, or visit our website at www.whps.com/agtours

Bernardus Winery, 5 West Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, (800)223-2533 or (831)659-1900. Bernardus creates wines from the viticultural region of the Carmel Valley that rival in style and quality the finest traditional wines. With an unequalled commitment, and the resources and talent to support this commitment, Bernardus introduces the 1997 Marinus. Bernardus wines are distributed in select markets nationwide. You are invited to visit the tasting room in Carmel Valley Village. Taste a Dream! Hours: 11am-5pm, daily.