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Jack from the hit film Sideways at these film locations: KALYRA WINERY (343 N. Refugio Rd., Santa Ynez) Scene: While tasting wine, Miles and Jack meet Stephanie, a flirtatious wine pourer who becomes the object ofJack's affection. FIRESTONE WINERY (5000 Zaca Station Rd., Los Olivos) Scene: Miles, Jack, Maya and Stephanie sneak out of a wine lecture to share a romantic walk though the Barrel Room. SANFORD WINERY (7250 Santa Rosa Rd., Buellton) Scene: Miles teaches Jack the basics of wine tasting. They start with the Vin Gris in which Miles smells "citrus, strawberry, the faintest soupcon of asparagus and just a flutter of a nutty edam cheese." SOLVANG RESTAURANT (1672 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang) Scene: As they sit down for breakfast, Jack grumpily insist that Miles' gloominess not thwart his attempts to get lucky before the wedding. For more information on the "Sideways Tour" or other wine tours in Santa Barbara county go to www.santabarbaraca.com or speak with your concierge. chef John Trotta, who helmed the kitchen before renovations. Ingredients are wonderfully fresh as most vegetables come directly from the ranch's gardens. Entrees range from $31 to $50 and reservations are required. Wood in the high- pitched ceiling has been restored to accentuate the structure's 19th- century packinghouse ambiance. The Plow & Angel restaurant is located in the building's pub-like basement and serves the same menu, but reservations are not necessary. TIP: Reserve an outside table for sunset views and star gazing. The floors are heated, but coastal California nights are cool, so bring a jacket or shawl. FYI: If Chef Trotta is serving braised-beef short-ribs, order them. AMENITIES Wildlife in the San Ynez mountains abounds, and with 17 miles of trails close by it's also readily accessible. Spa treatments are handled in the privacy of your cottage. Facial treatments average 75 minutes and cost $210- 225; 17 massage services vary from traditional Swedish massage (60 minutes/$135 or 90 minutes/$195) to the Ranch Signature treatment, which includes "craniosacral therapy" (90 minutes/$275). The heated outdoor pool is lined with freshly toweled chaise lounges and complimentary bottled drinks. The concierge service is professional, knowledgeable and efficient: after a light mid-day bottle of Central Coast white wine was requested, a delightful Au Bon Climat from nearby Los Olivos Vineyards was served with a side dish of fresh local olives; a horseback ride near Ronald and Nancy Reagan's former Santa Barbara retreat was booked on the same day (CircleBarB, 805-968- 390; 1—1.5 hr. ride, $30/person.); and complimentary daypacks and water for hiking excursions were readily available. Room and turn down services were discreet and punctual. TIP: Grab a hammer and mallet and enjoy a civilized round of croquet on the meticulously manicured grounds near the pool. FYI: Save money and drive three minutes to the deli at the corner of San Ysidro Road and State Road 192 to select a pack lunch from a variety of delicious sandwiches and locally grown fruits, nuts, berries and vegetables. San Ysidro Ranch, A Rosewood Resort T: 805.565.1700; F: 805.565.1995. Email: sanysidro@rosewoodhotels.com
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