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You may know that California is quite popular for its wine regions. The third largest and fastest growing wine region in California is Paso Robles. Also known as Pass of the Oaks, Paso Robles is located between San Francisco and Los Angeles and a great wine tasting destination.
Things to Know about Paso Robles
Although Paso Robles is thriving in the wine industry, it is also full of rich history and culture. Here are a few things to know about Paso Robles if you are planning a trip to this intriguing wine country:
- It’s named after the oak trees. “The Pass of the Oaks” was given to the town in 1889 for its beautiful and abundant oak trees.
- The Spanish and Franciscans introduced wine grapes. In 1797, the Spanish conquistadors and Franciscan missionaries introduced wine to this fabulous region.
- It’s also Almond Capital of the World. There are over 25,000 acres of almond orchards in Paso Robles making it the largest concentration of almond orchards in the world.
- There’s a Paso Robles App. Seriously, you can download the app to find wineries, tasting trails, shuttles, limos, tours, restaurants, events, and more.
- You will find popular wine varietals. The most widely planted varitals found in Paso Robles are Cabernet, Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, and Sauvignon Blanc.
This thriving wine region is one of California’s best kept secrets with its rolling hills, 27 miles of sandy beaches, and benefits of a suburban-rural community with a small town feel. With over 200 wineries nearby, there is no lack of places to go wine tasting in Paso Robles.
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Where to Go Wine Tasting in Paso Robles
Although you could use the Paso Robles city app to get you to some great wineries, we would like to share some of our favorite wine tasting locations in Paso Robles. Here’s where to go wine tasting!
Voted 4.6 stars out of 5 on Yelp, Eberle Winery is one of visitors favorite Not only does Eberle serve amazing wines, but you can play bocce, take a With 4.7 stars, L’Aventure Winery is one of the best With personally trained tasting associates, the owner Stephan Asseo, DAOUVineyards is another almost 5 star winery and a must see! Not to You should definitely add Epoch Estates Wines to your list of wine You can choose from a number of tasting and tour options at Halter Ranch. I would personally recommend the reserve excursion. This three-hour If you are looking for a little more of an upscale winery, JadaVineyard and Winery is described as sleek and beautiful. With If you go wine tasting at any of these wineries in Paso Robles, we are Have you visited any of these amazing wineries in Paso Robles? We wouldWhere to go Wine Tasting in Paso Robles
wine tasting places. Eberle has some of the most beautiful grounds and an
amazing wine cave. Situated on a small hill above Route 46, the layout of the
winery gives you the feel of being in a deep, secluded vineyard.
cave tour, or enjoy your wines with a food pairing. Be sure to call for a
reservation if you are going with a large group. You won’t be disappointed at
this winery.
wineries producing red wine blends of the Bordeaux and Rhone grape varietals.
The winery is located along the Pacific Coast in the Santa Lucia Mountain Range
offering picturesque views and feeling of serenity.
ensures you will get the knowledge of the vineyard, the winemaking process, and
the history that comes along with every wine tasting experience. The walk
through of the winery and caves tour is exquisite. Wine tasting is only open by
appointment, so make sure you call and book your reservation today.
mention, this place is challenging Napa Valley and their Cabernet Sauvignon.
So, if you have tried the Cabernet Sauvignon in Napa Valley, you will have to
swing by the DAOU Vineyards to compare. Here, you can also enjoy award winning
wines with a gourmet meal and hospitality that will keep you coming back year
after year. Don’t forget to check out the events page for more than just a wine
tasting experience.
tasting places in Paso Robles. It is a little off the beaten path, but don’t
let the drive discourage you. The beauty of the winery and the quality of the
wine is worth every second. Plus the drive is a picturesque view of winding
roads through a thick wooded countryside, rolling hills, and oak trees. Try
Rhone varietals, Zinfandel, and Tempranillo for a tasting experience out of
this world.
And, the winery offers a complimentary tour of their winery grounds and caves
to give you a historical overview of the winery as well as future endeavors.
Make sure you can spend 45-minutes for the tour. Additionally, you can enjoy
live music and wood-fired pizza every Sunday during the summer months.
event starts you out with a drive through the vineyards. At the highest point
of the area, you will stop for a tasting of their delectable reserve wines. You
will then continue the tour through their new construction where you learn
about the winemaking process. You will finish up in their exclusive member’s
lounge where you are treated to their current release wines. All this for $45
is a great deal.
majestic views of the rolling vineyards, you will want to sit and enjoy the
scenery for hours. Jada is famous for its bold wines, but they also offer a
cheese pairing to elevate your tasting experience. The prices are a little
higher than other wineries, but their wine and cheese pairing is totally worth
the cost. Not to mention this is one of the hottest places to be in Paso
Robles.
sure you will have a fabulous experience!
love to hear about your experiences in the comments below! If you have other
wineries you think are amazing, go ahead and share those as well for other
readers to enjoy! 
