Paso Robles Winery Profiles
Paso Robles, a sub-region of California's Central Coast AVA, sits halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Known for its soil diversity even within a single vineyard block, the region produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, and Grenache among other varietals.
Clavo Cellars
Daou Vineyards
Domaine Degher
Dunning Vineyards
Écluse Wines
Mitchella Vineyard & Winery
Victor Hugo Vineyards & Winery
Clavo Cellars
Neil Roberts has been growing premium wine grapes for many years. So when he decided to start his own winery, he knew where to find the best grapes in Paso Robles and what he wanted from them. You'll learn about the importance of the Templeton Gap to this growing region, Neil's dedication to sustainability, and what he does in the vineyard to keep crop levels low and flavor intensity high.
Daou Vineyards
Growing up in France, Daniel and Georges Daou experienced fine wine from an early age. Now, they are realizing their dream of making premium Cabernet Sauvignon high up on a mountain in Paso Robles. At 2200 feet, this vineyard was once described by Andre Tchelistcheff as a "jewel of ecological elements." With 2400 plants per acre and soils marbled with calcareous rock, this young vineyard holds great promise. Winemaker Daniel Daou explains his winemaking philosophy and methods for creating intense age-worthy wines.
Domaine Degher
Being nimble has big advantages. Denis Degher explains how his carefully-tended vineyard produces small high-quality yields that are perfect for his winery. Denis is able to hand-harvest in small bins and get them quickly into the winery for processing. Take a stroll with Denis through his vineyard and find out how he learned to craft premium quality Rhone and Bordeaux red blends by listening to some of the top producers in Paso.
Dunning Vineyards
Bob Dunning understands that wine is grown, not made. With stunning veins of calcareous rock threaded throughout his vineyard, Bob shows us how the roots of the vines dive deep into the rocks seeking moisture. He also shares the thought process behind his planting decisions, going through the various varietals and why they are located in specific parts of the vineyard. This visit is packed with information about the region and how he nurtures his Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Syrah, and Zinfandel.
Écluse Wines
After helping a friend plant a new Paso Robles vineyard, Steve Lock was hooked. And soon he was tending his own vines. Take a walk through the Écluse vineyard and learn how different trellising systems work best for different grape varietals. You'll also learn about picking decisions, the effects of diurnal temperature swings, and how different rows and exposures can work to create complexity in a single-vineyard bottling.
Mitchella Vineyard & Winery
With a wide diversity of soils, this family ranch was well suited for growing a variety of different grapes. Working together, Darren and Andrea Mitchell are producing high-quality wines from their Paso Robles vineyard. Darren takes us through his Syrah and explains his methods for keeping this vigorous vine in check to ensure intensity in the fruit. You'll hear how this winemaker honed his craft, moving from 5-gallon carboys to producing a full lineup of wines that reflect the uniqueness of the Paso Robles region.
Victor Hugo Vineyards & Winery
Vic Roberts knows a lot about grape growing and winemaking. Spend five minutes with him here and you'll learn about grafting, vertical shoot positioning, and how Paso Robles' soils and climate make it possible to grow premium quality wine grapes. Vic gives us a tour of his stunning vineyards where he grows Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, Petite Syrah, Syrah, Viognier, and Zinfandel. This video will leave you with a new appreciation for Paso Robles and its wines.