Once in a Blue Moon:
The Wedding of Florentina to Daniel
Wine Tasting
Paso Robles has wine to fit all budgets and palates. While cooler varietals are a bit of a challenge, several wineries do pull them off by having satellite vineyards in Santa Maria, or by taking advantage of the Templeton Gap. Below we have broken down a few of our favorites in various categories, Some could make several lists here but we opted to categorize by the most prominent feature. If you want recommendation by style, (Rhone, Italian, etc) please reach out to us directly.
Top Recomendations
Our Personal Favorites
Oso Libre Winery:
7383 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Lush, rich, and fruit forward Red Wines dominate this estate. All fruit taken from the estate or nearby Adelaida District Wineries. Offers great Single Varietal and Magnificent Blends
Croad Vineyards
3550 Vinedo Robles Ln, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Ultra Rich and fruit forward estate red wines ONLY . The blends stand out, opt for barrel tasting here with a group if you can swing it. If not, Kiwi Hour starts at 2pm, all glasses of wine half off!
Hope Family Wines:
1585 Live Oak Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
When you make the #10 rated wine in the entire world people take notice. Austin Hope has produced the highest rated wine in the Valley and sells it for under $50.
Top Hospitality
Wineries that make you feel extra Welcome
Zenaida Cellars
1550 CA-46, Paso Robles, CA 93446
The first wine club Daniel joined outside of Sonoma/Napa. Kenvin will make you feel like part of his own family. The wines here are all superb with Wanderlust being one of Daniel's favorites and the ZC Pink topping Florentina's list. Pro Tip: The Cabernet Sauvignon here is one of the few wines Xavier (Daniel's dad) will actually drink!
Tooth & Nail: The Rabble Wine Company
3090 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
STORM THE CASTLE! This place does it all and does it well. 4 labels covering all price points and a staff dedicated to service. They also have a full kitchen, picnic essentials and the best artwork of any winery we have ever visited.
Luxury Experience
Over the top
Daou Family Estates
2777 Hidden Mountain Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Old World styles dominate the offerings here at the first wine club Florentina ever joined. The views from Daou Mountain offer the best views facing east in all of Paso Robles.
Law Estate Wines
3885 Peachy Canyon Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Equally as luxurious but with an eye towards modernity comes Law Estate. This Blend only winery is simply elegant and stunning. By reservation ONLY
Justin Vineyards & Winery
11680 Chimney Rock Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
While the entirety of Justin would not be classified as "luxurious" they do offer the most premium experience in Paso with their Private Chateau Experience. They also boast a full service restaurant and an Inn.
Food and Wine
Onsite Made to order food options
Opolo Vineyards
7110 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Simply put Opolo has a wine for everybody. They easily have one of the largest selections of wines available anywhere; you're sure to find a wine or 10 that suits you! They also have great food, a top notch distillery and an Inn onsite.
Cass Winery
7350 Linne Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Easily one of the best restaurants we have been to while at a vineyard. You simply must try their lavender lemonade. In addition to their full service restaurant you will find good wine and an Inn on site.
Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery
3700 Mill Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
The Bistro at Vina Robles is the highest rated restaurant attached to a winery according to Yelp. The food is EXCELLENT. They also have large selection of good wine and a full blown concert venue!
Beautiful Grounds
Wander these stunning gems
Parrish Family Vineyard
3590 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
When you picture the quintessential Wine Estate you'll probably imagine something close to what Parrish looks like! A simply STUNNING estate with great wine and an onsite kitchen, complete with dog treats!
Sculptera Winery & Sculpture Garden
5015 Linne Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
The name here should say it all. A well maintained estate with over 15 outdoor art installations throughout! Take a leisurely stroll with a good glass of their wine in hand.
Alta Colina Vineyard & Winery
2825 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
One of the most visually and thematic eclectic wineries, take in sweeping views from the ancient growth oak tree patio, and visit the trailer pond for one of the more unique experiences in all of Paso Robles!
Free Tastings
If your wallet needs a break
Eberle Winery
3810 CA-46, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Free wine tasting, free cave tours and sometime a free snack (helps if you come with cute pups). The King of Paso Robles studied under Robert Mondavi at UC Davis and has taken his core tenants to heart. Generous military discounts given for active and retired on all of his great wines.
Tobin James Cellars
8950 Union Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Tobin boasts the largest wine club in the world; I'm sure free tastings don't hurt the signups! Come see where the intersection of cowboys and wine all got started in this wild west saloon of a tasting room
Rasmussen:
100 Harvest Ridge Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446
A small boutique winery a bit off the beaten path is totally worth your visit. Easily the most affordably priced club to join; they make simply delicious and unique blends!
Holy Spirits
When the Wine no Longer Cuts it
Re:FIND Distillery & Villicana Winery
2725 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
MAGNIFICENT spirits... all handcrafted with with raw materials that are sourced from organic farms, vineyards and Barrel House Brewing!. A great cross section of spirits along with some amazing mixers awaits you here.
Red Soles Still House
3230 Oakdale Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Attached to the Red Soles winery the Still House is a purveyor of innovative and unique spirits. Here you'll find the best Lemoncello anywhere. All coming from a handcrafted still, imported from Germany.
Calwise Spirits Distillpub
3340 Ramada Dr suite b, Paso Robles, CA 93446
The only distillery on the Central Coast with a full bar and restaurant. Enjoy a tasting flight of four spirits or enjoy a cocktail featuring house spirits, house-made syrups made from seasonal harvests, and freshly squeezed juices.
Small Production
Extremely Boutique Wineries
Dialecta Wines
7970 Vineyard Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446
A graduate of the garagiste wine movement, the producer here worked at some of the other wineries on this list before staring his own label. Stop by and say hi to his mom who makes the artwork for all the wine bottles.
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Four Lanterns Winery
2485 CA-46, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Sitting on 35 acres in the Willow Creek District, Four Lanterns takes full advantage of the diurnal shift afforded by the Templeton Gap. Focusing on making estate wines, capitalizing on the natural strengths of their land; the resulting wines are beautifully complex, balanced, and wonderful to drink.
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Dark Star Cellars
2985 Anderson Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Dark Star is famous for it's laid back, comfortable, family and pet friendly atmosphere. With over 20 wines, tastings consist of eight wines of your choice. Many visiting couples opt to share side by side tastings, so they can compare and contrast the nuances of different varietals or blends.
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