and no, I don't work for the Firestone clan .........

I always stop by the Firestone winery and take the tour, it's still interesting and informative and free. Unlike the tasting room, which like almost everyone else is now charging. I've been going up there for long enough to remember when all the tastings were free (and Prosperity Red was Chilean). It's also a great building in a nice vineyard setting. Zaca Mesa is an old favorite, there's that little trail you can take to an overlook where, if you like, you can eat some lunch. RAncho Sisquoc another scenic drive.

And for dinner during my visits, I always stop at least once at the Firestone Walker Brewery (which isn't really a brewery, but has a very busy bar scene). The food is really good, prices reasonable, pleasant ambience. Here's the easiest way to find it: find the Mickey D's in Buellton and keep on driving straight. If you need the Hitching Post experience, beware that the movie made it VERY popular, and you should try to eat as early or late as possible.