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Au Bon Climat Tasting Room Takeover

June 23, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us, Thursady June 26th during the farmer’s market to explore the mind behind Au Bon Climat-

Since 1982, Jim Clendenen shaped Au Bon Climat into a benchmark for Burgundian-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in California. Inspired by his travels to Burgundy, he embraced Old World techniques—barrel fermentation, whole-cluster pressing, extended lees aging, and aging in François Frères barrels—tailoring them to the unique terroir of Santa Barbara County.

Though Jim passed in 2021, his legacy continues through a devoted winery team, many of whom he mentored personally. We’re honored to welcome his son, Knox Clendenen, as he joins us to pour and share the story behind these celebrated wines.

Join Us Thursday, June 26th | 6-8pm | $22 per tasting

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Venue

  • Central Coast Wines
  • 712 Higuera Street
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401     + Google Map

Join us, Thursady June 26th during the farmer’s market to explore the mind behind Au Bon Climat-

Since 1982, Jim Clendenen shaped Au Bon Climat into a benchmark for Burgundian-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in California. Inspired by his travels to Burgundy, he embraced Old World techniques—barrel fermentation, whole-cluster pressing, extended lees aging, and aging in François Frères barrels—tailoring them to the unique terroir of Santa Barbara County.

Though Jim passed in 2021, his legacy continues through a devoted winery team, many of whom he mentored personally. We’re honored to welcome his son, Knox Clendenen, as he joins us to pour and share the story behind these celebrated wines.

Join Us Thursday, June 26th | 6-8pm | $22 per tasting