Paso Robles

STORY: Paso Robles is the home to many dreamers and self-starters, those who have a spirit and the drive to create their own destiny. Paso Robles entices those individuals to be their best, create the best from the land and all that it produces. This wine is a tribute to those who believe in Paso Robles and all of its greatness, just like our winemaker, himself. Harvest & Vineyard: We searched the Paso Robles AVA that tell the story of Paso, sourcing from reputable vineyards and growers...

2019 CABERNET SAUVIGNON: Paso Robles is one of California’s most pastoral domains. Its name roughly translates to “Passageway of Oaks,” and indeed, majestic trees mark the landscape. Amongst the rolling hills and native habitat lie manicured vineyards, where ideal soil exists for farming Cabernet. Dry, warm conditions are typical, yet evenings are chilled by a breeze from the Pacific Ocean just 18 miles to the west, allowing fruit to ripen into luxurious richness. Harvest Notes: 2019 was a...

Winemaker Notes: It can be argued that 2018 was the best quality year Paso Robles has ever experienced. The extra month of hang time (on average) allowed for some serious color and flavor development. This wine drinks great now but will only improve over the coming years. Tasting Notes: Pronounced aromas of blackberry, plum, cedar, and sexy toasted oak. A mélange of black fruits on the palate wrapped in a cherry pie filling core. Melting tannins leave the impression of bittersweet chocolate in...

2019 Cabernet Sauvignon: When making Intercept Cabernet Sauvignon we target vineyards sites with well-draining soils and good exposure. This helps us create a juicy, full-bodied wine. We age our Cabernet Sauvignon in French and Eastern European Oak for 18 months. Tasting Notes: Our 2019 Intercept Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of ripe blackberries, red currants, and dried herbs. The wine is full-bodied with flavors of baking spice and plush ripe fruit with a long, fine grained tannin finish....

2020 CHARDONNAY: When making Intercept Chardonnay we target bright acidity with a rich mid palate created by the extended sur lie aging. Our Chardonnay was brought in in the early morning hours and gently pressed. The juice ferments in barrels (a blend of French and Eastern European 25% new). The wine underwent malolactic fermentation and aged sur lie for 6 months. TASTING NOTES: 2020 Intercept Chardonnay is medium bodied with notes of ripe peaches, shortbread, and creamy lemon curd. Rich from...

2020 Pinot Noir: When making Intercept Pinot Noir we target vineyard sites that benefit from cool foggy mornings from the Pacific marine layer and warm afternoons. Fermented in stainless steel with malolactic fermentation and aging done in barrels. Aged in French and Eastern European oak (30% new) for 14 months. Tasting Notes: Our 2020 Intercept Pinot Noir has aromas of ripe cherries, cranberries, and cloves. The wine is medium-bodied with dusty fine-grained tannins and a long juicy finish....

2018 RED BLEND: When making our Intercept Red Blend we targeted some of our favorite vineyards in Paso Robles. Petite Sirah and Zinfandel are at the heart of this blend highlighting two varieties that do well in Paso Robles. Vintage to vintage we will incorporate other varietals and districts highlighting the dark and most concentrated wines of the vintage. Aged in French and Eastern European oak for 18 months. TASTING NOTES: The 2018 Intercept Red Blend has aromas of berry cobbler, savory...

Product information:Aromas of sweet cherries, honeycomb, and briar come bursting through the glass. At first sip loads of strawberries blackberries, and cherry pie sweet across the palate. Medium tannin, white pepper and zesty freshness!Producer information:Chronic Cellars was started by Josh and Jake Beckett in 2004. The Beckett's have extensive experience working at their family winery, Peachy Canyon. With Chronic their aim was to produce fun but serious wines targeted at those of a casual...

ABOUT: Pull up a hammock and catch a lucky break with Purple Paradise. He reminds you to just roll with it and never say no to a beachside getaway. PROFILE: Paint your paradise purple with this Zinfandel-dominated blend that rolls out with jammy blackberry fruit, cherry cola and the loveliest whispers of mocha and lavender. Alluringly deep and dark in color, the wine paints the perfect landscape for balanced acidity and mild tannins that floats on to a blissful finish. FOOD PAIRING: Meat...

Product information:Elegant and sophisticated. The nose is full of red berries, and light violets. Followed up with mild tannin, a hint of tobacco, plums, and a lingering finish.Producer information:Chronic Cellars was started by Josh and Jake Beckett in 2004. The Beckett's have extensive experience working at their family winery, Peachy Canyon. With Chronic their aim was to produce fun but serious wines targeted at those of a casual lifestyle. Their first release was in 2008. Their wines are...

ABOUT: All class and a little sass, Suite Petite goes after what she wants. Next stop, a spot in the poshest penthouse! PROFILE: Buckle up for a Petite Sirah that’s equally elegant and powerful. This seductive stunner brings together bodacious flavors of bursting blackberries, orange peel, anise and a delightfully subtle hint of cacao and baking spices. With structured tannins and a big mouth feel, this is one you won’t soon forget! FOOD PAIRING: Braised beef short ribs, chicken mole, or a...

THE WINE: The 2020 DAOU Cabernet Sauvignon displays a rich and exuberant nose withan abundance of ripe cherry, black plum, and Zante currants, accompanied by undertones of blackberry jam and crushed wet gravel. Highlights of coffee and pencil shavings are rounded out with notes of dried desert sage and baking spices. This cabernet is robust and full bodied on the palate with flavors of black cherry, cassis, and wild boysenberry. Subtle secondary layers of cranberry and blueberry are framed...

THE WINE: Soul of a Lion is DAOU’s crown jewel, named after the father of Georges and Daniel Daou. True to Soul of a Lion’s reputation as DAOU’s most coveted Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2018 vintage is nothing short of a tour de force. This wine displays all the hallmarks of its cooler growing season—richness, elegance and balance. A dark, purple-black hue foreshadows the experience to come. Intense aromas of lilac, violet and spice swirl amid a deep, complex bouquet. The palate bursts with...

VINEYARDS: We’re convinced that in the world’s best wines can be found the true essence of the place from which they came. We grew the fruit for this Cabernet Sauvignon in our Keyes Canyon Vineyard in Paso Robles. Hot days and cool nights, thin soils and stressed vines—these are the hallmarks of Keyes Canyon. Vines struggle to produce fruit here, resulting in tiny clusters with high skin-to-juice ratios that create deeply concentrated wines with intense flavors. This southwest benchland...

Scents of: Almond, Sandalwood, Coffee, Vanilla, Black Fruits Flavors of: Concentrated Ripe Stone Fruit, Medium Toasted Oak Pairs well with: Roast Chicken, Chicken Coq au Vin Winemaker’s Notes: The 2019 Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon boasts delightful notes of black fruits, coffee, almond, and vanilla on the nose. Concentrated ripe stone fruits meet a hint of toasted oak on the palate. Small amounts of Petit Verdot provide spice and color, while Petite Sirah contributes depth of flavor, color,...

Blend: A blend of six red varietals; predominately Petite Sirah and Zinfandel.Winemaking: 3-day cold soak prior to fermentation. Pressed to dryness and innoculated for malolactic fermentation.Tasting notes:Dark bing cherry, mulberry, vanilla and mocha aromas. Soft, juicy black fruit combines with chewy tannins to provide a full, rich palate. The wine is youthful and fruit forward with a lasting finish. ** Only 12 in Stock ** ...

TASTING NOTE: Each bottle of Highlands 41 Darkness takes you on an adventure. Experience the forces that shape the wine: warm days, cool nights, and limestone-rich soils. Our hand-crafted artisan blend reveals ripe flavors of raspberry and blackberry with notes of spice and vanilla. FOOD PAIRING: Highlands 41 encourages you to find your adventure, and our pairing advice is no different! If you need a guide, we recommend that you enjoy with wood-grilled ribeye steaks and smoked brisket!...

NOTES: The 2019 J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon is dense and dark at the core, with a brilliant garnet hue around the rim. Ripe fruit aromas of black cherry and currant are accented by notes of toasted pastry, hazelnut, and vanilla from our barrel aging program. Big, juicy red-fruit flavors infuse the palate while softly textured tannins lead to a long finish. - Brenden Wood, red winemaker & Steve Peck, director of winemaking COMPOSITION:82% Cabernet Sauvignon9% Petite Sirah4%...

VINTAGE: Overall, precipitation for the 2020 season in Paso Robles was on par with its 25-year historical average. Springtime enjoyed temperate daytime temperatures which allowed vines to have good flower bloom and canopy growth. Fruit set was modest, after two previous years with above average crop loads. The healthy canopies allowed the vines to withstand late summer heatwaves with little desiccation. As in past vintages, our 2020 Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon was blended with a portion of...

J. Lohr Merlot Los Osos 2019: The 2019 J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot is medium-dark in color with a ruby hue. Varietal aromas of black plum, black currant, and violet are elevated by a light barrel signature of baking spices and toasted pastry. 14% Malbec in the blend contributes aromatic notes of pomegranate and hibiscus flower while bringing juiciness to the palate.—Brenden Wood, red winemaker & Steve Peck, director of winemaking VINTAGE: Rainfall totals were higher than average in 2019....

Tasting Notes:The wine shows notes of black cherry, chocolate, and vanilla. Flavors of blackberry and sweet spice emerge on the palate, bolstered by a firm acidity, velvety tannin's, and a long finish.

2018 CABERNET SAUVIGNON: With attractive aromas of black fruit and spice, this smooth, ready-to-drink Cabernet Sauvignon is made with the same care as the highest quality, traditionally crafted Bordeaux styled wines. Our grapes are hand-picked and berry-sorted for consistent quality and flavor. JUSTIN Cabernet Sauvignon then spends more than a year in traditional small oak barrels to impart depth and complexity, highlighting the exceptional balance of flavors and textures that the unique...

HARVEST NOTES: 2019 was a challenging growing season. Above average rainfall persisted throughout the spring with the last rainfall occurring May 31st. These conditions kept the spring free of frost threats but relatively cool, leading to slow vine growth. The cooler weather also delayed fruit development. The summer months were somewhat erratic with short heat waves followed by cooler periods. These conditions helped the vines and clusters to somewhat catch up. Ultimately, the cooler...

Region/Vintage Notes: Maddalena Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the best lots that our estate vineyards have to oer. Small lots are picked and fermented individually with minimal intervention to allow the true expression of the soil and climate. The wines are matured in a selection of hand-crafted French and American oak barrels. Wine Maker/Tasting Notes: Maddalena Cabernet Sauvignon shows ripe red fruit, including raspberry, plum, and spicy black cherry. Barrel aging contributes notes of...

TASTING NOTES: Intense aromas of red plum, tart cherry and dark chocolate with wisps of allspice are complimented by a background of subtle oak. Rich flavors with layers of large, soft tannins interlocking with complex oak tannins for a long, elegant finish. CELLARING: While enjoyable now, this elegant cabernet sauvignon will continue to improve with proper cellaring for another 4-8 years in the bottle.The plateau of best drinkability is from 2023-2028. FOOD SELECTION: This elegant wine will...

TASTING NOTES: Hints of red berries, wild sage and black currant are intertwined with subtle vanilla notes from bourbon barrels. flavors are balanced and rich with layers of pleasantly assertive tannins overlaid with enticing oak. the finish is rich and complex which enables additional aging. CELLARING: While enjoyable currently, this intense red wine will continue to improve with proper cellaring for another 3-5 years in the bottle. the plateau of best drinkability is from 2021-2025. FOOD...

TASTING NOTES: Delicious! Complex, exciting aromas are created by multi-varietal blending. Hints of ripe plums, blackberries and fresh ground white pepper are all elevated by the addition of viognier in the blend. Flavors are extended and full with layers of intense, rich tannins coupled with layers of oak. The finish is rich and complex which enables additional aging. CELLARING: While enjoyable currently, this intense red blend will continue to improve with proper cellaring for another 2-4...

SITES: Fog Catcher is our flagship blend and is made from our best Bordeaux grapes each year. Heart Hill Vineyard’s rocky hillsides and temperate weather produce dense, rich and complex wines. It’s planted with a diverse blend of Cabernet Sauvignon clones along with smaller amounts of Malbec, Merlot and Petit Verdot that make great blending partners for this wine. We also farm Carménère at Bootjack Ranch where the warmer climate allows this notoriously tough to ripen varietal to flourish. IN...

Tasting Notes: Ripe black fruit notes of cherry, plum and mixed berries with more quiet notes of warm spice and tobacco. Seamless texture with great mid palate volume and length. Subtle oak notes weave in and out, and balance the fruit with smooth tannins and essence of cinnamon and vanilla. Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 0.145Total Acidity (TA): 0.64 g/LPotential of Hydrogen (pH): 3.61

Tasting Notes: Aromatically, the 2019 Rabble Red Blend is framed with cocoa powder and bay leaf, and is driven with dark cherry and plum. Playful on the pallet, the 2019 sports a medium-body texture with bright fruit flavors, a berry-driven finish, and spicy subtleties. About the Label: The Rabble labels are renditions of historical wood block prints from the Nuremberg Chronicle (late 1400’s), textured and tactile, depicting nature’s wrath. Nature is ruthless when it goes ignored. This label...

Tasting Notes: Hailing from the Mossfire vineyard, this Zinfandel opens with bright black cherry, raspberry, cola, and a hint of Asian spice. Intense bramble fruit and red plum note are found on the palate with a lovely note of washed stone. Well-structured tannins and a gravely minerality carry out the finish. Alcohol by Volume: 14.8%TA: 0.60 g/LpH: 3.78

Tasting Notes: Featuring apple and lemon peel aromas with a hint of vanilla spice, our Chardonnay is a bright straw gold color. Rich from oak aging, this wine exhibits flavors of poached pear and butterscotch. The wine is round and medium-bodied with a balancing acidity and toasty oak that lengthens the finish. Suggested Pairing: Pair with cheese, charcuterie, seafood and chicken dishes. Alcohol: 14.5%Total Acidity (TA): 0.59 g/LPotential of Hydrogen (pH): 3.5 ...

Tasting Notes: Aromas of berry cobbler, savory herbs and tobacco. Full-bodied with fine grained tannins on the mid-palate and a long spicy finish. Suggested Pairing: Pair with smoked meats, burgers and Spanish style tapas. Alcohol: 15.0%Total Acidity (TA): 0.63 g/LPotential of Hydrogen (pH): 3.65

Tasting Notes: A vivid straw-green color, this wine greets the senses with crisp apple and citrus aromas with hints of pear. In the mouth, the wine exhibits bright fruit flavors of grapefruit, lime and lemongrass that echo the aromas. Refreshingly dry and medium-bodied with a rich crisp acidity, wrapped around a mineral core. Suggested Pairing: Pair with salads, roasted vegetables and seafood. We especially like it with sea bass and oysters. Alcohol: 13.5%Total Acidity (TA): 0.6 g/LPotential...

Tasting Notes: Our Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon is ruby in color and displays aromas of lavender, cedar and raspberry fruit. Flavors of blackberries and raspberries combined with hints of savory spices coat the palate. The soft tannins and sweet oak balance lead to a long and lingering finish. Winemaking Notes: Grapes from sites throughout Paso Robles were harvested at optimal maturity, then de-stemmed and gently crushed into closed-top stainless steel fermenters, at warm temperatures, to...

GROWING SEASON AND VINEYARDS: The 2018 growing season in Paso Robles was mild and uneventful. Plenty of sunshine, consistently warm, dry days followed by fog and coastal influences and cool temperatures at night ensured even fruit development with little variation throughout vineyard blocks. The fruit for this Reserve is sourced from three distinguished vineyards: Estrella River Ranch, Cass and San Juan North. The well-drained alluvial and sandy loam soils combined with the vineyards’ deep...

GROWING REGION – VINEYARDS: Paso Robles is located between San Francisco and Los Angeles along California’s Central Coast. The region enjoys a greater day-to-night temperature swing than any other appellation in California. There is great diversity in the region, distinct microclimates, over 45 different soil types and a long growing season. This makes Paso Robles an optimum region for producing premium wines, in particular Bordeaux varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Petit...

STORY: Cabernet Sauvignon has long been part of the Hope family’s viticultural history. Growing up in his family’s vineyards, Austin Hope has spent much of his life around the fabled varietal. Three important individuals would help mentor his character; Austin’s father Chuck Hope and his uncle Paul paved the way for his future success, instilling in him life lessons of perseverance and determination, while winemaker Chuck Wagner taught him the nuances of crafting world-class Cabernet...

Treana is the sum of elements that influence our wines; the land that our family farms, the warm California sun that nurtures, and the cooling ocean breeze that balances. TASTING NOTES: The newest release of Treana Red is brooding with power and finesse. At first glance the deep burgundy core sets the stage for seductive aromas of cassis & elusive oak aromas that lead into flavors of rich vanilla, baking spices & black tea. Full bodied and rich with a beautifully balanced acidity, Treana Red...

Inspired by varieties that flourish in Paso Robles and California's Central Coast, Troublemaker is a truly distinct Paso blend consisting of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre,and Zinfandel. By using a multi-vintage approach, winemaker Austin Hope allows the wine to show uncanny complexity in its youth, yet rich and fruit-forward characteristics that make it ready upon release. With rich aromatics that display hints of smoke and violets, bright fruit on the palate and a long finish, Troublemaker shows...