Paso Robles?
[Last updated 10/06] Paso Robles is located 30 miles N of San Luis Obispo in Central California. Unlike most of the other Central California wine growing regions, Paso Robles isn’t on the coast, so it’s not a cool weather climate. Geographically, it can be divided into West side (W of US 101), home to Rhone varieties and Zinfandel and East side (E of 101), known more for its white grapes. It is far enough from both LA and SF to be still relatively undeveloped, though it has been “discovered” in the past few years. Wineries: Dark Star – Red wines only, Zin and Bordeaux varieties Denner – Exceptional reds and Rhone varietals. New winery. Four Vines – Good Pinot Noir from Paso!! Garretson – “Mr. Viognier” also makes rich Roussanne and big Syrahs Gelfand – Exceptional Syrah, Cabernet and “SFR” (a blend) Justin – Probably the best Cabernet-based reds in Paso Robles L’Aventure – Zinfandel and Rhone varieties, mostly red wines Linne Calodo – Zin and Rhone varities (and mixtures) are the focus
