TIMBRE (pronounced TAMber or TIMber) is the "color" of music. It is what makes two voices sound different, even when singing the same song. It is why two winemakers, working with the same vineyards, make unique wine. As a terroir-driven winery, we make wines expressive of the places and times from which they came.
As winemakers, we channel those sites through our experience, adding our own mark- our TIMBRE- to the resulting wines. Founded by Joshua Klapper, TIMBRE WINERY is the culmination of years of hard work, and dedication to our craft. It is winemaking expressed through the universal language of musical sound.
As winemakers, we channel those sites through our experience, adding our own mark- our TIMBRE- to the resulting wines. Founded by Joshua Klapper, TIMBRE WINERY is the culmination of years of hard work, and dedication to our craft. It is winemaking expressed through the universal language of musical sound.
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At TIMBRE we strive to make balanced wines of distinction. That means starting with world-class vineyard sources that have the perfect combination of soil, climate, and sustainable farming practices and it extends to the minimally invasive winemaking techniques that have been used for centuries. Develop relationships with the most outstanding vineyards in Santa Barbara County and beyond;.
Josh's love of wine led him first into a career as a sommelier, culminating in a Wine Spectator Grand Award for the wine list at Sona Restaurant in Los Angeles in 2004. After working closely with some of the Central Coast's trailblazing winemakers, including Jim Clendenen and Bob Lindquist, Josh founded La Fentre Wines in Santa Barbara County, which in 2016 became TIMBRE Winery.
We feel winemaking is a method of expressing terroir, and not just any terroir, but great terroir. The complete natural environment in which a particular wine is produced, including factors such as the soil, topography, and climate. It includes the characteristic taste and flavor imparted to a wine by the environment in which it is produced.
The Santa Maria Valley is one of only two east/west facing valleys open to the Pacific Ocean on the entire Western seaboard. The orientation harnesses the cool ocean fog and air to keep daytime temperatures low and, coupled with historically low rainfall, creates a situation where vineyards benefit from a very long growing season.
Reviews (23)
Kristin Gardner
Dec 28, 2021
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The staff are professional, friendly and some of the most welcoming people I've ever experienced in a tasting room setting. It's the added bonus on top of having amazing wines. And as if this wasn't enough, the owners are wonderful, down to Earth, community caring individuals. Can't recommend this place, or their wine, enough!
Tony M.
Dec 04, 2021
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The Timbre tasting room is tucked into a small house on the main drag (Branch St) in Arroyo Grande. It's easy to miss if you're driving by but, you'll want to be sure you don't miss this place. We've tasted at most of the wineries/tasting rooms up and down the coast but rarely (if ever) have we been so completely blown away by the quality of the wine on the entire tasting menu. Timbre seems to focus on Pinot Noirs but they do offer tasting selections of several other varietals including ( when we visited) a Riesling, a couple Chardonnays, and a Cab Sauv. The Pinot Noirs
Allison A.
Oct 03, 2021
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Tre' Grisby
Sep 29, 2021
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Thomas Flora
Aug 19, 2021
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C. W.
Jun 05, 2021
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Brian Coker
Jun 04, 2021
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I found some really good wine at Timbre. If your passing through or live in the area, this is a must go to for wine. Atmosphere is great, the weather was great, the staff is excellent. We had the manager serving us and she is very knowledgeable. I have no photos but next time I go and there will be a next time, I will take pics. The pinot is the best I have had in a long time. I went in not knowing what to expect and was pleasantly surprised at all they had to offer. The charcuterie board, due to covid was pre-packaged but came with so much. The whole experience was a great day in Arroyo Grande
Chris Bianco
Apr 19, 2021
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John Lombardo
Mar 28, 2021
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Roxanne D.
Feb 24, 2021
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Kristen L.
Feb 15, 2021
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Lyman Hong
Jan 07, 2021
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Timbre offered a very nice wine tasting experience, even during the COVID crisis. The server, Denise, presented the various flights for tasting, and we opted for a simple cheese plate (prepackaged because of the health restrictions). We sat outside by an apple tree and it was a beautiful day. Great experience and very nice wine with a great staff. I highly recommend Timbre!
Rose Z.
Dec 09, 2020
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I was so impressed at what a fun environment and what a friendly, inviting staff this place has! My husband and I were immediately greeted and seated upon arriving, given our own personal heater right away (it was cold) and were given complimentary pretzels and almonds - a nice, added touch! Tastings are only $20, and their wines are great! My husband asked about a cider and without asking, he was brought a tasting of that cider (which he ended up buying, by the way - it was excellent). Currently, because of CA's stay-at-home order, their tasting room is not open. But as soon as it is, do
Lorena M.
Sep 12, 2020
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Zen W.
Jul 11, 2020
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Timbre has some of the best wines in the central coast and norcal. the complexity and variety can please any palate.
It was a warm day when my sister and I went, so we sat outside. They have plenty of setting even for an event. We had their tasting flight and revisited the Rose and Cab. Wow, it was rich, earthy, smooth, and bright.
Even during COVID they accommodated us which was so kind of them and treated us like queens!
It was a magnificent experience and I became a wine club member that day! I'm a "SuperFan" wine club member now ;). You can definitely go here after work
It was a warm day when my sister and I went, so we sat outside. They have plenty of setting even for an event. We had their tasting flight and revisited the Rose and Cab. Wow, it was rich, earthy, smooth, and bright.
Even during COVID they accommodated us which was so kind of them and treated us like queens!
It was a magnificent experience and I became a wine club member that day! I'm a "SuperFan" wine club member now ;). You can definitely go here after work
Rob D.
Apr 13, 2020
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First class winery that my wife, dog, and I quickly joined after our first visit. Subsequent visits have only cemented our appreciation - wines are fantastic and you can quickly tell the owners and employees genuinely care about your experience.
The wines are, without exception, enjoyable, and some like the Locomotive and Hi Hat Pinot are (in my humble opinion) extraordinary! Passion is exhibited in both quality and ambience of the tasting room.
In closing, it would be awesome if AG supported more operations like Timbre, a small business with kind and passionate owners that want to bring a
The wines are, without exception, enjoyable, and some like the Locomotive and Hi Hat Pinot are (in my humble opinion) extraordinary! Passion is exhibited in both quality and ambience of the tasting room.
In closing, it would be awesome if AG supported more operations like Timbre, a small business with kind and passionate owners that want to bring a
Scott S.
Dec 01, 2019
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Great small production local winery. Talented and devoted winemaker who clearly has a passion for his work. Great local varietals, Pinot done very well and allowed to show its character. Denise was a great hostess, made us comfortable and made great conversation about the wines. She knows her stuff too.
Dani T.
Nov 30, 2019
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Till W.
Oct 01, 2019
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Service is special here. We didn't get a chance to sit inside because there was an inviting outdoor patio and we wanted to enjoy some nice sunshine. Upon seating and after ordering our tastings, we were offered complimentary almonds or popcorn. It was really busy but service was still attentive. It's also dog-friendly in the outdoor space so bring your furry friends here. Timbre is located to so many nice restaurants in the Arroyo Grande Village that if you were to start your a day out here to enjoy a tasting before going out to dinner, then that would be an idealistic date. They usually
Monica W.
May 13, 2019
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This tasting room is just the cutest place. Very welcoming environment, warm decor and friendly staff. Cool sitting area near the fireplace. The Reisling was my favorite pour. I bought a bottle home as a treat for myself lol 6 Pours for $12 on the classic and $15 for the other can't remember the name of it but it consist of more reds. Most of my group were Chardonnay drinkers.
Crystal Z.
Sep 20, 2018
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I had a lovely glass of Dr. Klapper Riesling at Stax in Morro Bay but they were out of bottles to buy. After reaching out to them on Yelp they let me know where to find it.
This place is so cute! Two very sweet ladies were running the place today and the transaction was quick and easy. I got two bottles of wine and they offered me a taste of the wine before I bought it. I had to refuse since I was driving, it was barely noon, and I am an extreme lightweight when it comes to wine. I already knew I loved this wine so no need to taste test it.
They invited me back for a tasting and I'll see
This place is so cute! Two very sweet ladies were running the place today and the transaction was quick and easy. I got two bottles of wine and they offered me a taste of the wine before I bought it. I had to refuse since I was driving, it was barely noon, and I am an extreme lightweight when it comes to wine. I already knew I loved this wine so no need to taste test it.
They invited me back for a tasting and I'll see
Kathy A. M.
Jul 19, 2018
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Look for the red umbrella out front to find the Timbre Winery Tasting Room on the super cute Village of Arroyo Grande's main thoroughfare. I was delighted with the 2017 Rosé -- lots of body for such an easy drinking wine. Taste a flight or try wines by the glass. There's a selection of vintage library wines and more choices than Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, although Timbre's Chardonnay is reason enough to stop in. The tasting room is in a sweet vintage bungalow; you'll feel right at home.
Karla K.
Jan 05, 2018
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One of our favorite tasting rooms in SLO County! Amazing and delicious pinot's! Chardonnay's are great too! They have a good selection of library wines as well.
The staff is so friendly and welcoming and it's just an overall fun experience to taste here. We joined on our second visit. Highly recommend!
The staff is so friendly and welcoming and it's just an overall fun experience to taste here. We joined on our second visit. Highly recommend!
