South Coast Winery was awarded the GOLDEN BEAR named "Poppy," July 10th, 2008, from the California State Fair...the highest and most prestigious award given in the State of California. In the 150 years existance of the state fair, this is the first time the award has been given to a Southern California winery. Pictured below are winemakers Javier Flores, Jon McPherson, with Jim and Maggie Carter.