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San Luis Obispo & South County Wine Tasting
Croma Vera marks a decade of
distinction with artisanal cocktails
and land conservancy partnership
Croma Vera Wines launched into
its 10th year with an intriguing
line of low-to-no-alcohol cock-
tails and beverages, and a unique
partnership to preserve and protect
Central
Coast
lands.
The
family and
pet-friend-
ly tasting
room
brings an
elevated
experience
to visitors.
Along with
enjoying
Croma
Vera’s
excellent
wine,
patrons
now have
low-alco-
hol and
no-alcohol
options to sip along with their
cheese and charcuterie plates, or
vegan pairing choices.
Croma Vera has also partnered
with the Land Conservancy of San
Luis Obispo County (LCSLO) to
create a special Rosé of Grenache
that honors the land, the com-
munity, and the art of sustainable
winemaking. A portion of the
wine’s sales is dedicated to support-
ing LCSLO’s work.
Croma
Vera Wines
is a bou-
tique, urban
winery in
San Luis
Obispo,
specializing
in Spanish-
variety
wines with
character,
balance,
and a
modern
California
twist. The winery has carved out
a niche with wines like albariño,
tempranillo, graciano, and bold red
blends sourced from sustainably
farmed local vineyards.
Elevating the experience
Inspired by Spanish classics,
low-alcohol cocktails are hand-
crafted with Croma Vera wines and
premium mixers from Yes Cocktail
Co. in Paso Robles.
Inaugural Rosé
of Grenache
launches a shared
commitment of
craftsmanship and
sustainability
Staying true to Croma Vera
Wine’s commitment to authenticity
and craftsmanship, the cocktails
highlight natural ingredients and
vibrant flavors. The list of vegan
cocktails ranges from 4% to 6%
ABV. Who can go wrong with
tempting choices inspired by the
seasons, wines, and spices of Spain?
• Tempranillo & Amaro Twist
features tempranillo wine,
non-alcoholic amaro, and
lemon soda.
• Hibiscus Cali-Mocho blends
red wine, Mexican Coke, and
hibiscus rose mixer.
• Spicy Grenache Spritz, a blend
of red wine, with blood oange
and chili pepper mixer.
• Tinto de Verano combines red
wine with lemon soda.
• White Wine Spritzer, a
refreshing option with white
wine and blood orange soda.
For those who prefer no alcohol,
choose from a carefully curated
selection of thoughtfully crafted
zero-alcohol beverages made from
high-quality, natural ingredients.
Beverages include the favorite
Mexican Coca Cola, Estrella Galicia
0% Pilsner-style lager from Spain,
the Ginger Rose Cocktail made
with hibiscus rose mixer and ginger
beer, San Pellegrino Italian soda
and sparkling water, and the Span-
ish Codorníu Zero Sparkling Rosé.
Whether someone is reduc-
ing their alcohol consumption or
simply looking for a refreshing
alternative, Croma Vera is com-
mitted to providing a high-quality
selection of beverages that don’t
compromise on flavor, craftsman-
ship, or enjoyment.
The LCSLO partnership—a
shared commitment to
sustainability
The new partnership fuses Cro-
ma Vera’s decade-long dedication
to producing wine from sustainably
managed vineyards with LCSO’s
mission to conserve the diverse
wildlands, farms, and ranches of
the Central Coast.
The newly introduced Rosé of
Grenache symbolizes the part-
Enjoy excellent wine, low or no-alcohol options, and cheese, charcuterie, or vegan plates.