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Visit Paso Robles in the Spring to avoid the Crowds and Intense Heat | Palate Press Fine Wine & Noble Spirits

March 18, 2024

I have always loved Paso and many times used it as my halfway point between Healdsburg and Malibu, the place I live and my second home in LA.

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Wine column: A day in Paso Robles, up close and personal | Paso Robles Daily News

March 7, 2024

If you only have one day in Paso, here are two exceptional venues to explore for unforgettable tastings.

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Tasting Paso Robles Wine Country | Tasting Paso Robles Wine Country

March 2, 2024

Paso Robles is wine country at its best. Located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and nestled along the central coastal mountains of San Luis Obispo county, California is where you’ll find this sprawling wine region

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Learning the Ropes of Paso Robles | The Tasting Panel Magazine

January 31, 2024

At Albertsons Companies, Master of Wine Curtis Mann helps to give consumers a crash course on the region (pg 68-69).

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Sustainable Agriculture Action Plan

January 29, 2024

The Sustainable Agriculture Action Plan for Cabernet Sauvignon and red Bordeaux (CAB) Wine Production in Paso Robles is a pilot document developed by the Paso Robles CAB Collective winegrape growers, winemakers, marketers, proprietors, and other wine industry stakeholders for Western SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education).

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International Cabernet Franc Day Celebrated by Paso Wine Enthusiasts | The Paso Robles Press

January 7, 2024

Popularly called Cab Franc, Paso’s second annual Cab Franc Day celebration was staged on December 3, 2023 at the Cass Event Center with a daylong immersion of an educational seminar and tasting, attended by some 155 Cab Franc enthusiasts.

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The Central Coast of California: Discovering Great Wines, Phenomenal Foods, and Amazing Tourism | Exploring Wine Regions

November 30, 2023

Exploring Wine Regions – California Central Coast… 436 full-color pages. Over 800 spectacular photographic images! This third edition explores California’s Central Coast wine regions of Monterey, San Luis Obispo (including Paso Robles) and Santa Barbara counties.

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In Paso Robles, Late Harvest Means a Good Year | The Coast News

November 15, 2023

That’s the mantra heard frequently in and around Paso Robles Wine Country this fall. An unusually cool summer and unexpected, copious rains meant that vineyard owners, winemakers and workers were still hard at work when we visited in early November.

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Duckhorn Portfolio CEO Retires, Paso Robles CAB Collective Announces Board of Directors and Other People News | Wine Business Monthly

September 28, 2023

The Paso Robles CAB Collective, founded in 2012 with the aim of promoting the Paso region’s full potential for producing outstanding Cabs and red Bordeaux varieties, recently announced its 2024 board of directors.

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Paso Robles CAB Collective Announces 2024 Board of Directors | PR Newswire

September 26, 2023

The Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) announced the 2024 Board of Directors, with some re-elected for a two year term. Based on the expanding goals of the non-profit, the PRCC will retain the current nine Directors.

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A Boutique Bond | The Tasting Panel Magazine

September 1, 2023

Among the regions Wojcik has visited with trainees is Paso Robles, which has long been a mainstay on Kimpton lists but in the past five years has catapulted to a new level of appreciation among travelers, "some [of whom] want familiarity and some [of whom] want something new to discover," she notes.

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Paso Robles CAB Collective Awarded Western Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education Grant | The Chalk Report

August 21, 2023

The Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) announces the release of its Sustainable Agriculture Action Plan (SAAP). The Sustainable Agriculture Action Plan for Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux (CAB) wine production in Paso Robles is a pilot document developed by Paso Robles CAB Collective winegrape growers, winemakers, marketers, proprietors, and other wine industry stakeholders for Western SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education).

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Travel California | Sunny SLO Cal: More than Cowboys and Cabernet | Hola Latinos Magazine | August 2023 Special Edition Issue + September 2023 Issue

August 14, 2023

Halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco lie the beautiful Central Coast of California glistening on the Pacific Ocean. San Luis Obispo, or SLO Cal county, encompasses seven cities, including the towns of San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach and Morro Bay.

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This US Destination is One of the World’s Top Places for Accessible Travel | Conde Nast Traveller

August 6, 2023

As a wheelchair user living in the UK, I'd grown familiar with the cold shoulder of the country’s uncompromising listed buildings, people's awkward ways around disability and our poorly enforced accessibility laws. So when I experienced life in California for the first time about a decade ago, it felt like a warm embrace.

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Paso Robles Wine Collective Releases Study, Outlines Plan for Sustainable Future Amid Climate Change | San Luis Obispo New Times

August 3, 2023

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) awarded the Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) a Conservation Agriculture Planning Grant Program (CAPGP) in the amount of $248,000. The CAPGP is a new program through the CDFA and the Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation.

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Paso Robles CAB Collective Awarded Conservation Agriculture Planning Grant of $248,000 | PR Newswire

August 3, 2023

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) awarded the Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) a Conservation Agriculture Planning Grant Program (CAPGP) in the amount of $248,000. The CAPGP is a new program through the CDFA and the Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation.

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Crowning Achievements | Somm Journal

August 1, 2023

When the Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) was founded in 2012, Rhone varieties seemed to rule the region's roost from a popular standpoint. Yet the reality was that over 60% of the wine grapes planted in the Paso Robles AVA were, in fact, Cabernet Sauvignon and other red Bordeaux varieties- simply because they grew so well there.

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Daou Vineyards voted ‘Best Winery Tasting Room’ in USA Today | Paso Robles Daily News

July 28, 2023

Daou Vineyards has been awarded the 2023 USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Award for Best Winery Tasting Room. The awards celebrate destinations, attractions, and experiences. The “Best Winery Tasting Room” category showcases wineries that offer exceptional wines, service, and ambiance.

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Daou Vineyards Wins 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Award for Best Winery Tasting Room | Wine Industry Advisor

July 27, 2023

DAOU Vineyards is proud to announce that it has won the prestigious 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Award for Best Winery Tasting Room. Rising from the heart of the Adelaida district in the rugged coastal range west of Paso Robles, DAOU Mountain has become a sought-after destination for wine lovers for its stunning location, exceptional hospitality, and world-class wine, including its signature Bordeaux-style blends.

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Paso Robles vineyard villas; sleep amongst the vines | Rovology

July 18, 2023

With gentle ocean breezes and warm central coast sunshine, the Paso Robles wine region makes an extraordinary springtime escape. Take your visit to the next level with a stay in private, overnight winery accommodation.

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Wine Collective Releases Sustainable Agriculture Action Plan | Paso Robles Daily News

July 15, 2023

The Paso Robles CAB Collective has unveiled its Sustainable Agriculture Action Plan, a pilot document aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by the Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux (CAB) wine production industry in Paso Robles.

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Paso Robles CAB Collective Awarded Western Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education Grant | Wine Industry Advisor

July 14, 2023

The Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) announces the release of its Sustainable Agriculture Action Plan (SAAP). The Sustainable Agriculture Action Plan for Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux (CAB) wine production in Paso Robles is a pilot document developed by Paso Robles CAB Collective wine grape growers, winemakers, marketers, proprietors, and other wine industry stakeholders for Western SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education)

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A Weekend of Wineries in Luxurious Paso Robles, California | JustLuxe

July 4, 2023

Paso Robles is about a four-hour drive for Los Angeles, making it closer than Napa but farther than the Santa Ynez Valley. The more than 300 wineries in this sleepy Central California town are uncrowded, affordable, and produce some of the best wines in the world.

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Weekend Getaways for Couples | KTLA

June 29, 2023

Travel expert, Leila Najafi joined us with summer weekend getaways for couples.

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Broken Earth Winery Brings Back Its Popular Unparalleled Bottomless Mimosa Brunch | Wine Business

June 8, 2023

Broken Earth Winery is excited to announce the return of their highly anticipated Sunday Brunch, featuring bottomless Mimosas. This event will return on Sunday June 11th and will continue throughout summer, offering guests a unique and memorable Sunday experience from 11AM- 2PM, at a cost of $30 per person.

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Atascadero Lakeside Wine Festival returns June 24 | Atascadero News

May 29, 2023

The Atascadero Lakeside Wine Festival will be held on Saturday, June 24, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Atascadero Lake Park and Charles Paddock Zoo. The festival will feature wineries, breweries, spirits, cider, food purveyors, and art exhibitors.

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Bulk Wine Market to Witness Huge Growth by 2029 | ReportsnReports

May 8, 2023

The Bulk Wine market research report delivers accurate data and innovative corporate analysis, helping organizations of all sizes make appropriate decisions. The Bulk Wine report also incorporates the current and future global market outlook in the emerging and developed markets.

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Fabulous Eco-Winemakers: Part 1 | fabCA

May 1, 2023

Daniel and brother Georges Daou believe they are shepherds of this remarkable terroir for future generations and want to ensure that not only our vineyards are farmed organically, but that our community and company are also vibrant and secure.

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Fabulous Eco-Winemakers: Part 2 | fabCA

May 1, 2023

CASS Winery is a certified California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance vineyard and winery in the Geneseo Sub AVA of Paso Robles. With an average of 286 sunny days annually, CASS Winery has harnessed solar power since 2009 for facilitating winemaking needs and the increasing demand from tourism.

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Fabulous Eco-Winemakers: Part 3 | fabCA

May 1, 2023

Since 2011, JUSTIN Estate Vineyards have been Sustainable In Practice (SIP) Certified which is a rigorous, sustainability-focused, annual audit program, covering everything from soil health to employee wellness.

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Fabulous Eco-Winemakers: Part 4 | fabCA

May 1, 2023

Allegretto Wines utilizes sustainable practices in both vineyards by emphasizing biodynamic farming practices that provide optimal times for sowing, transplanting, cultivation and harvesting using biodynamic preparations.

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Whoa, Paso! | City Lifestyle Phoenix

May 1, 2023

The region is conveniently located between Los Angeles and San Francisco just a short drive from San Luis Obispo Airport, which has 90-minutes flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport daily. In addition to being quickly accessible from the Valley, Paso. Robles is home to more than 200 wineries and 40,000 vineyard acres producing at least 60 types of varietals each year.

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JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort to Host CAB (Cabernet & Bordeaux) Festival | Wine Industry Advisor

May 1, 2023

The Paso Robles CAB Collective will present the wines from some of the very best Cabernet and Bordeaux-focused wineries from Paso Robles, the most up-and-coming wine region in the country. Winemakers and winery representatives will be in attendance to engage with guests during the walk-around tasting.

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Fabulous Fall CABs | Sip Tripper

April 12, 2023

This is not a story on tasting the fruit of Napa Valley wines or even Bordeaux, for that matter. Crushed? Don’t be. There’s a wine region that bests in growing and producing some of the best Bordeaux varietals, and it’s called Paso Robles.

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The Lion, The Wine and The Belly-Dancers: DAOU Vineyards Release Party | Dr. Liz Thatch , MW

April 2, 2023

Probably one of the most enchanting wine release parties in California is the annual “Soul of a Lion” event held at DAUO Vineyards in Paso Robles each Spring. The wine is a delicious Bordeaux blend, made primarily of cabernet sauvignon, and was named in honor of George and Daniel Dauo’s father, Joseph Daou.

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Full Belly Files | Secret Cellars, Speedball Sips, and Is Guadalupe the Next Los Alamos? | Full Belly Files

March 22, 2023

Last week, I moderated a couple of panels for the CAB Camp in Paso Robles, where about 40 wine buyers and sommeliers from around the country come to learn about the region’s cabernet sauvignon and Bordelaise blends

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A Third Prodigious Cabernet Sauvignon Region Emerges in California | The Chalk Report

March 14, 2023

Cabernet Sauvignon has proven itself to be one of the world’s most transplantable grapes. It reaches global quality levels on a wide scale in Napa and Sonoma Counties of California. While there have always been isolated examples elsewhere, is there any other region that has the broad quality to challenge these two? There is one that may be nipping at their heels - Paso Robles.

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Camp CAB: The Ultimate Paso Robles Wine Adventure | Wine Industry Advisor

March 13, 2023

The Paso Robles CAB (Cabernet & Bordeaux) Collective (PRCC), hosts its annual CAB Camp, and this year’s is the largest to date with 50 Campers from around the country.

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Rapid Growth of the Paso Robles CAB Collective | PR Newswire

March 8, 2023

PASO ROBLES, Calif., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To meet the demand of the growing non-profit, The Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC), has elected two new board members: Caine Thompson, Managing Director of Robert Hall Winery, and Neeta Mittal, CEO, of LXV Wine. The PRCC board is now made up of nine Directors.

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CDFA awards $13.2 million for conservation agriculture planning | Agri Pulse

February 8, 2023

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The Profundity of Paso Robles: SommCon Put a Spotlight on the Region's World-Class Bordeaux Varieties | The SOMM Journal

February 1, 2023

SommCon put a spotlight on the region's world class Bordeaux varietals.

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Texas Loves Paso: On the Lone Star Radar | Tasting Panel Magazine

December 1, 2022

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Claiming the Spotlight Down South: The Paso Robles CAB Collective Makes a Strong Showing at TEXSOM | The SOMM Journal

December 1, 2022

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Paso Robles CAB Collective awarded grant for sustainability project | Wine Business Monthly

December 1, 2022

After submitting a Sustainable Agriculture Action Plan and application, the Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) has been awarded a grant in the amount of $14,988 from Western Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (SARE) and its host institution, Montana State University. The announcement of the award on October 5, 2022 included a declaration of confidence in the PRCC based on experience, past efforts, and creativity of its proposal to SARE’s expert panel.

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7 Amazing Experiences You’ll Love In Paso Robles Wine Country | Travel Awaits

November 14, 2022

When I think of Paso Robles, California, I visualize rolling hills with giant oak trees scattered throughout the countryside. The nearby Pacific Ocean provides an accommodating breeze, and variations in elevation offer the perfect atmosphere for entrepreneurial families to create new wineries and distilleries. The explosion of new wineries and distilleries has surprised even locals. A recent count revealed 300-plus wineries are now dotting the area.

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Writing their own story: A Look into the Botique Wineries of Paso Robles | SommJournal

October 25, 2022

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The Perfect Beach-less Getaway | Malibu Magazine

May 18, 2022

Only a three-hour drive from Malibu, Paso Robles feels worlds apart, filled with historic brick buildings, a lively arts scene and lush rolling hills that evoke a New England village. But there’s also a distinctly Californian feel to Paso Robles, most notably in its burgeoning wine scene.

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With 40 varietals of wine and virtually no crowd, Paso Robles is a taster's paradise | 7x7

May 16, 2022

Perhaps the best thing about Paso is its semi-secret status: While Highway 29 in Napa remains clogged with tour buses of Midwesterners thronging towards Rubicon, you could be careening carefree through Paso's pretty and relatively untouched hills toward a tasting room with virtually no crowd.

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Is Paso Robles The Next Great California Wine Destination? | Forbes

March 1, 2022

Wine experts like Robert Parker and Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein have extolled the wines of Paso Robles. “Paso Rob­les is near and dear to my heart,” Gold­stein declared. ​“Paso Rob­les has made... impres­sive advance­ments in style, tech­nique, and char­ac­ter for Cab and red Bor­deaux vari­eties.”

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Desi Cowboy Winemakers Make Som Ras In Paso Robles | India Currents

February 17, 2022

Paso is making a name for itself in Cabs,” says Neeta Mittal of LXV wines, as she offers
a plate of wine-colored cheese cubes. Neeta and Kunal Mittal own a 14-acre vineyard
and showcase an intoxicating selection of wine.

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Pleasures aplenty in California's Paso Robles | Money Inc

January 25, 2022

Visit some of the luxurious accommodations, attractions and wineries that make Paso the perfect spot to salute nature’s bounty and the vintners who hone their craft in pursuit of the public’s pouring pleasure.

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A Weekend in... Paso Robles | FabCA

January 12, 2022

Though it got its start as a wine region in earnest in the 1980s, Paso Robles is already among the preeminent destinations to oenophiles worldwide.

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Wild West of the Wine World | Tasting Panel Magazine

January 4, 2022

More than 20 winery representatives from the Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) gathered for a two-day Texas celebration of the California region’s acclaimed Bordeaux varietals.

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Paso Robles - Sip Away | EQluxe Escape

November 1, 2021

Steeped in history and its maverick cowboy heritage, Paso Robles is slowly becoming a hot new destination for travelers and equestrians.

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All Eyes on Paso Robles | The Tasting Panel Magazine

October 27, 2021

Here's Why Distributing Powerhouse RNDC is Bullish on California's Fastest-Growing Wine Region

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Atop Daou Mountain, Two Brothers Rely on Strength of Spirit To Make Their Wine | Cottages&Gardens

October 26, 2021

With no water and a wild terrain 2,200 feet above Paso Robles, Daniel and Georges Daou created a wine estate.

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Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard’s 2019 Petite Sirah Goes Deep with Flavor | Good Times SC

October 12, 2021

“The variety known in California as Petite Sirah has its origins in France where it is called Durif,” says Emery. “Grown from vines in the San Antonio Valley appellation of southwestern Monterey County, this release has many layers of complexity including deep bush berries, exotic spices and hints of black pepper.”

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Road Trip Chronicles: First stop, Paso Robles | Napa Valley Register

September 28, 2021

Since we were in one of the premier regions of California’s expansive wine regions, visiting a few wineries here is necessary.

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Virtual Paso Robles CAB Camp | Dallas Wine Chick

September 25, 2021

The wines of Paso Robles have always translated beautifully from the vineyard to the glass to provide a perspective of the region. The Paso Robles CAB Collective, SommFoundation, and the Global Diagram of Wine decided to emphasize that point with the creation of the Paso Robles CAB Camp.

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Road trip: California's Central Coast offers great wine and beautiful sights | USA Today: 10 Best

August 6, 2021

What better way to see California's Central Coast region than by taking a scenic drive, roughly half-way between Los Angeles and San Francisco?

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DAOU Family Estates Announces Key Promotions to Leadership and Hospitality Team | Food & Beverage Magazine

July 31, 2021

DAOU Family Estates has announced three
new appointments to key leadership positions that encompass strategic brand and business development, hospitality and human resources.

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The Mill to Marker Solution | The Tasting Panel Magazine

July 31, 2021

Hood Container Corporation Empowers Brands Through Sustainable Practices.

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Tackling Texas | The Tasting Panel Magazine

July 31, 2021

The Paso Robles CAB Collective is Using a Matching-Funds Grant to Purse an Exceptional Marketing Opportunity in a New Market

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DAOU Family Estates Announces Key Promotions to Leadership and Hospitality Team | Advisor Wine Industry Network

July 29, 2021

New Appointments Include: Maeve Pesquera, Senior Vice President, Strategy & Business Development; Elise Spangenberg, Vice President, People & Culture; and Marino Monferrato, Vice President of Hospitality Operations

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Pouring in Paso | The Healthy Voyager

June 14, 2021

In my last write up on lovely Paso Robles I shared my top places to stay. This time I share my
fave wineries! Let’s get started!

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How to Take a Low Key 4-Day Trip to Paso Robles | ATOD (A Taste of Dawn) Magazine

April 8, 2021

Getting away for 4 days in Paso Robles wine country
felt like winning a vacation to the Bahamas for a month

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Paso Robles is the Red | The Tasting Panel Magazine

March 1, 2021

Tasting with the AVA's Leading Producers of Bordeaux Varieties.

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Where to Wine Taste in Paso Robles | CoucouJolie

January 31, 2021

Now that things are starting to reopen in California it’s a good time to start planning weekend excursions again. One of my favorite places to visit is Paso Robles. It is a short drive away and it has some very scenic places and amazing wines. I spent two days there recently and went to three wineries you should definitely add to your itinerary.

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Family Matters | Somm Journal

January 1, 2021

The Members of the Paso Robles CAB Collective Stay True to their Roots.

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Virtual Wine Exploration Goes Global | Wine Webinars

December 1, 2020

Geographical Digest Wine Webinar Series brings the
world of wine to oenophiles at a time when travel is
restricted, writes Mira Advani Honeycutt

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Counting the Dots in Paso Robles | Somm Journal

December 1, 2020

Diurnal Swings and Dry Growing Seasons Make for Ageworthy Wines.

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Wine Treasures of the Central Coast | Kstati

November 17, 2020

Many Californians, deprived of the opportunity to drive around at will, or at least even plan long
trips, now limit themselves to short trips - of course, observing all sanitary rules and all sorts of
precautions. Fortunately, in the Golden State there is always where to go, and the absence of
tourists from other places creates an excellent opportunity to explore your home state calmly, without rushing.

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California Wine Country: Discovering the Gems of Central Coast | Art and Entertain Me

November 5, 2020

Travelers to California inevitably put on their to-do lists drives to the wine country, and for a
good reason. Venturing into the vintners’ realm is not only delicious, but also aesthetically
pleasing and educational.

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California Wine Country: Discovering the Gems of Central Coast | Real Travel Adventures

November 5, 2020

Travelers to California inevitably put on their to-do lists drives to the wine country, and for a
good reason. Venturing into the vintners’ realm is not only delicious, but also aesthetically
pleasing and educational.

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Paso Robles Delivers the Wow Factor in a Whisper | Napa Valley Life Magazine

November 1, 2020

Make it 48 hours in Paso Robles, a top pick wine-centric destination 270 miles south of Napa via US-101.

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Bringing the Conversation Down to Earth | Somm Journal

October 31, 2020

Paso Robles' Soils are the Keys to ItsThrilling Cabernet Sauvignon.

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Virtual Wine Tasting Series Introduces Top Wines from Around the World | Go World Travel Magazine

October 12, 2020

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, all industries worldwide have been heavily affected, and the wine market hasn’t been spared. Although you can’t travel to a wine country of your choice, you can still see it through a virtual experience.

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Fact Check: Winemaking Edition | WineMaker

September 10, 2020

There are so many opinions out there that we can sometimes get bogged down and mistake an opinion for fact. This is true in all aspects of life but especially in home winemaking.

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The Perfect Dog Friendly Road Trip to Paso Robles | The YumYum Foodie

August 30, 2020

If you’re a dog owner like me you’re always looking for the perfect places to travel to with your pup. Just a three-hour drive north from Los Angeles sits Paso Robles. The perfect place to sip on some delicious California wine while having your pooch by your side. I just for back from the perfect two nights in Paso and here's an ideal itinerary.

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A Phenolic Miracle | Somm Journal

August 30, 2020

Producers Share the Keys to Unlocking the Keys to Unlocking the Intrinsic Intensity of Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon.

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Dawning of a New Wine Region | Travel Life

August 1, 2020

Meet Paso Robles. While relatively new on the wine scene, it would be a mistake to designate little sister status to Paso, as locals fondly refer to their treasured town, when compared to Napa Valley.

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Surrounded by Sustainability | Somm Journal

June 30, 2020

Sustainability - From Vine Management to Community Support, Members of The Paso Robles CAB Collective Reveal How Thinking Green Builds Better Business.

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Inaugural Virtual CAB Camp Launches to High Acclaim | Wine Business Monthly Online

May 26, 2020

Master Sommeliers and wine buyers across the country participated in the first-of-its-kind four part educational series with the winemakers of the Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC). Created by the Paso Robles CAB Collective, SommFoundation, and the Global Diagram of Wine.

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Paso Robles CAB Collective hosts inaugural 'Virtual CAB Camp' | Paso Robles Daily News

May 23, 2020

Master sommeliers and wine buyers across the country participated in the first-of-its-kind four-part educational series with the winemakers of the Paso Robles CAB Collective. Created by the Paso Robles CAB Collective, SommFoundation, and the Global Diagram of Wine.

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Inaugural Virtual Cab Camp Launches to High Acclaim | Inaugural Virtual Cab Camp Launches to High Acclaim

May 22, 2020

Master Sommeliers and wine buyers across the country participated in the first-of-its-kind four part educational series with the winemakers of the Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC). Created by the Paso Robles CAB Collective, SommFoundation, and the Global Diagram of Wine.

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Annual Paso Robles CAB Camp Goes Virtual | Annual Paso Robles CAB Camp Goes Virtual

May 13, 2020

The Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC), announced its annual CAB Camp has gone virtual through collaborations with SommFoundation, the Global Diagram of Wine and The SOMM Journal. CAB Camp’s Virtual Enrichment Trip, provides participants a deep dive into the Paso Robles AVA (American Viticultural Area) and its most widely planted varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon and red Bordeaux. Virtual CAB Camp, the first-of-its-kind, also provides access to a series of live panel discussions with the winemakers and their wines.

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Have the Most Amazing Paso Robles Wine Getaway | Retire Early and Travel

April 22, 2020

Paso Robles is a charming city perfect for a wine getaway. Located halfway between Los Angeles and San Fransico, Paso Robles is California’s fastest-growing wine region. But what makes it a perfect town for a getaway is that it is home to artisan winemakers, farmers, and chefs. Additionally, there are a couple of wonderful places to stay to make your Paso Robles Wine getaway magical.

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Virtual California winery tours and real wine tastings while sheltering-in-place | San Francisco Examiner Online

April 19, 2020

As we all know, travel and travel planning are being disrupted by the worldwide spread of COVID-19. And while one can’t predict a pandemic or what will be its ultimate impact, for those of us sheltering-in-place in attempts to help flatten the curve, we have had to get creative to maintain sanity.

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Inns Along CA Highway 1 Discovery Route, Part 2 | Go World Travel

March 14, 2020

We couldn’t come this far and not visit Paso Robles Wine Country, home to more than 200 wineries and about 100 tasting rooms. Near San Simeon, we veered off Highway 1 onto Highway 46 going east.

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Justin Winery Paso Robles | What the Fab

February 3, 2020

JUSTIN Winery in Paso Robles is absolutely one of those can’t-miss vineyards in Paso! It’s known for being one of the region’s pioneers, and they have both a tasting room in downtown as well as a tasting room at their beautiful estate in the Adelaida District. We spent an afternoon at their vineyard and estate tasting room and loved it.

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The Winning Combination | The SOMM Journal

February 1, 2020

Gathered in a private room on the second floor of one of San Diego's swankiest restaurants, Juniper & Ivy, a group of sommeliers, buyers, and members of the media took a break from the busy SommCon schedule to dine with representatives from a handful of Paso Robles wineries.

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Taking Terroir to Task | The Tasting Panel

February 1, 2020

To date, the term terroir has largely been reserved for the Old World. Derived from the French language, it refers to a concept that has been central to European wine production since, well, forever—one that’s easy enough to understand but nevertheless hasn’t been a focal point for New World winemakers until recently.

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Paso Robles is on the World Stage for Cabernet Sauvignon | Wine Country This Month

February 1, 2020

As Paso Robles becomes recognized as one of the world's premiere producers of Cabernet Sauvignon and red Bordeaux varietals, the area has seen significant growth in red Bordeaux plantings. Today, more than 57 percent of Paso Robles vineyard acreage is made up of Cabernet Sauvignon and other red Bordeaux varieties.

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A Paso Robles Weekender Primer | LaLaScoop

January 21, 2020

The cliché is that it’s what Napa used to be. But Paso Robles doesn’t seem to care for the comparisons with the long-established wine country to the north. Oh, they’re happy to provide fruit for those big “Napa Valley” Zins and Cabs, but appear happy to carve out their own distinct niche in the wine world.

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Things to Do in Paso Robles: Paso Travel Guide | What the Fab

January 21, 2020

The reason I feel like Paso Robles is a bit of a hidden gem is I received a lot of DMs from people during our trip asking where Paso Robles is. Some people even asked where in Texas I was. Y’all, I was in California’s central coast. In Paso Robles, not to be confused with El Paso.

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Best Paso Robles Restaurants | What the Fab

January 21, 2020

We’re continuing with my Paso Robles series today, covering the best Paso Robles restaurants! The Paso Robles restaurants situation is not nearly as overwhelming as the Paso Robles wineries sitch (there are over 260, so it’s tough to narrow things down!), but there are plenty of delicious gems to choose from.

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Best Paso Robles Wineries | What the Fab

January 17, 2020

There are so many amazing Paso Robles wineries to explore and there’s no way you can visit all of them in one trip—there are over 260 wineries in Paso! But that’s ok, you’ll just have to make multiple trips to try as many Paso Robles wines as possible.

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European Style, Hospitality in Paso Robles, CA | Go World Travel

January 14, 2020

Steeple bells are chiming; it must be time for afternoon wine tasting at Allegretto Vineyard Resort in Paso Robles wine country. We happily oblige!

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8 Reasons to Visit Paso Robles Now | California Wine & Travel

December 2, 2019

Paso Robles has a long history as a spa town and ranching country, but it doesn’t take more than a few minutes to figure out what’s driving the tourist economy these days: the wine industry. As recently as a quarter century ago, only a few dozen wineries operated in Paso Robles. Today there are close to 300, from pioneers like Eberle and Tablas Creek to Caliza, Jada, and other smaller producers,

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12 Foolproof Paso Robles Wine Tasting Experiences | California Wine & Travel

December 2, 2019

With nearly 300 wineries in the Paso Robles appellation, figuring out which ones to visit can be daunting. To help you make the most of your time, here are a dozen tried-and-true favorites. Some are unassuming, others luxurious, but all pour superb wines and treat guests like old friends.

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More in Morro Bay | PalateXposure

November 29, 2019

Traveling on the Central Coast means being surrounded by wine regions. Should you have an instant wine tasting craving while in town, Chateau Margene tasting room to the rescue! It’s a 3,000 or so case boutique winery specializing in Cabernet and Bordeaux blends, as well as Pinot Noir. Owner Michael Mooney co-founded Paso Robles Cab Collective along with the Daniel Daou group. Terrific wines and super-friendly staff.

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2019 Year-In-Review Presentation

November 20, 2019

The mission of the PRCC is to educate media, trade and consumers on the quality of Cabernet Sauvignon and red Bordeaux varietals produced in Paso Robles, and to promote the varietals themselves, as well as the global marketing of Cabernet Sauvignon and red Bordeaux varietals from Paso Robles.

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Kid-friendly California wineries are just the ticket for families who love wine country | Los Angeles Times

November 19, 2019

Part of the fun of family travel is the unexpected place that both parents and kids enjoy. Maybe a winery isn’t top of mind, but maybe it should be. Here are four California wineries that all generations can enjoy.

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Exploring 'Slo Cal' on California's Central Coast | The Epoch Times

November 5, 2019

From the air, I see only green fields. Rows of vineyards run like neat braids over sandy hills and along fields of produce. California's Central Coast is known for its vineyards, but it also produces berries, broccoli, flowers, and vegetables.

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Weekend getaway: 48 Hours in Paso Robles with bikes, wine and more | Mercury News, East Bay Times & Santa Cruz Sentinel

October 20, 2019

Paso Robles is the wine country you didn’t know you needed to visit. It has all the oenophile appeal of Napa, but with a kicked-back feel and mellow vibe. And with a drive time of less than three hours from the Bay Area, it’s just the right distance for a romantic escape — or girls (or boys) weekend away.

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Fall in love in wine country | San Joaquin Magazine

October 1, 2019

Find romance amongst the vines. Located on the Salinas River north of San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles affords it guests a luxurious experience from start to finish. Premier wineries takeover much of the land, producing otherworldly Bordeauxs like the Cabernet Sauvignon for which the region is best known

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Taste of Wine: All Cabernet all the time with the Cab Collective | Coast News Online

September 17, 2019

There’s nothing more relaxing than sitting under the Paso Robles sun next to a vineyard in a cozy, comfy chair, sipping a Cabernet Sauvignon at one of the 24 wineries in the Paso Robles Cab Collective. The Cab Collective (PRCC) is a group of wineries in Paso dedicated to the full potential of producing superior quality, classic and age-worthy Cabs and red Bordeaux varietals that can compete on the global stage.

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Wine with a View: A Two-Day Paso Robles Adelaida District Wine Tasting Itinerary | Winetraveler

August 28, 2019

This is part five — the final edition — of the Paso Robles itinerary series and now it’s time to head into the highlands of the northwestern region of Paso Robles in the Adelaida District. The Adelaida became an official district of the Paso Robles AVA in 2014, but it first gained notoriety under the guidance of Dr. Stanley Hoffman, who purchased a 1,200-acre ranch in the District in 1964.

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Paso Robles: Discover California wine country at its loveliest | Toronto Sun Online

August 24, 2019

Wine has been made in Paso Robles since the 1790s. Franciscan friars planted the first grapes here 60 years before California even became a state. They say Paso Robles is California’s biggest and fastest-growing wine region. But cruise into sleepy downtown Paso and you’d find it hard to believe.

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5 Great Southern Paso Robles Winery To Visit | Winetraveler

August 23, 2019

Continuing on with our Paso Robles adventures, it’s now time to head South of Downtown Paso Robles for wine tasting. You can choose to visit these five wineries in one day focused mostly on the tasting experience, or you can spread it out over several days to take more time lingering at each while adding in some of our other suggested Paso Robles activities.

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5 Must Visit Wineries East on the East Side of Paso Robles | Winetraveler

August 20, 2019

If you have been following along on Winetraveler’s Paso Robles wine adventures, you know this was a very busy trip researching places to stay, where to eat and things to do in Paso Robles, and as promised it’s now time to highlight a few of the must-visit wineries.

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12 Essential Things to do in Paso Robles | Winetraveler

August 16, 2019

Now that we’ve introduced you to Paso Robles and given you tips on where to stay and eat, let’s dive into the plethora of activities – outside of wine – there are to do. Yes, I said outside of wine. I know we’re all Winetravelers here, but Like I said, we’ll get to that soon.

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Essential Paso Robles Itinerary: Top Hotels, Restaurants and Bars | Winetraveler

August 14, 2019

So, let’s first start what Paso Robles is not. It’s not in Texas and it’s not too hot to make outstanding wine. It is also not exclusively Rhone styles or Zinfandel. While it may be known as California’s “Rhône Zone,” more than 50% of the grapes grown are Bordeaux varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon. On the other hand, Paso Robles IS a region every Winetraveler should get to know and put on their bucket list.

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Taste of Wine: A new view of Paso Robles wines | Coast News Online

July 30, 2019

There was a time when, if you were a wine lover from Southern California and you wanted to visit some of the finest wineries in the state, Paso Robles was a Central Coast pit stop along the way to Napa Valley, producing the finest Cabernet Sauvignon in America.

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Taste of Wine: Cabs & Zins dominate in Paso Robles – Part 2 | Coast News Online

July 24, 2019

After an over eight-year search, some 13 years ago Daniel and Georges Daou planted their first Cabernet Sauvignon vines on what would become DAOU Mountain in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles. It was the pinnacle of what would become the largest wine district in California. It was then that they vowed to create California’s “first growth” wine

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Cabs & Zins Dominate in Paso Robles - Part 2 | Taste of Wine and Food

July 21, 2019

This weeks column is Part 2 of our Paso Robles Press Tour. We feature DAOU, Hidden Oak, and Turley Vineyards and Wineries along with the Paso Robles Cab Collective consortium. While we all know that DAOU is famous for their Cab Sauv's, we recommend our viewers to check out Unbound, one of our First Half Top 10s, along with soon to be released "The Bodyguard" that Daniel Daou calls "approachable luxury".

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Taste of Wine: Touring & tasting Paso Robles - Part 1 | Coast News Online

July 16, 2019

For just the second time in the history of this 15-year column, a wine country will be featured in three parts. Only Napa Valley has had this distinction before. Paso Robles has come of age. It has captured the hearts and palates of many more wine lovers than even a few years ago. For a number of years, it was mainly French Rhone Valley-style wines that caught the attention of visitors and buyers.

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Embracing Sustainability | Tasting Panel

July 15, 2019

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Touring & Tasting Paso Robles – Part 1 | Taste of Wine and Food

July 14, 2019

For just the 2nd time in the history of this 15 year column, a wine country will be featured in 3 parts. Only Napa Valley has had this distinction before. Paso Robles has come of age.

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Cabernet Sauvignon is the King of Grapes in Paso Robles | Winetraveler

July 2, 2019

As Paso Robles becomes recognized as one of the world’s premiere producers of Cabernet Sauvignon and red Bordeaux varietals, the area has seen significant growth in red Bordeaux plantings. Today, more than 57 percent of Paso Robles vineyard acreage are made up of Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varieties.

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11 Perfect Things to do in Paso Robles | Practical Wanderlust

July 1, 2019

Vineyards. Olive trees. Hot springs. Paso Robles, California is one of our absolute favorite places in California, and the perfect spot for a weekend getaway! Located under an hour from San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay, the Central Coast town where my husband grew up, this California wine country town is the Central Coast’s answer to Napa & Sonoma

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Hailing a Cab | Caviar Affair

June 30, 2019

It goes almost without saying that most winemakers have a remarkable origin story - whether they're carrying on a multigenerational European wine dynasty or they've worked their way up from itinerant cellar hand to master vintner.

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Writing It's Own History | SOMM Journal

June 13, 2019

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Destination Paso Robles | WhereTraveler.com

June 4, 2019

After exchanging vows at San Francisco City Hall in1954, Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio set out on their Paso Robles honeymoon. Times have changed but Paso has only gotten better. Midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Paso Robles in California's Central Coast wine country is much more than just an alternative to Napa and Sonoma.

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10 Reasons to Visit Paso Robles Now | Money Inc

June 1, 2019

There is something about Paso Robles. Time seems to slow down…the air feels better. Life seems less hectic and business owners in California’s Central Coast are working hard to make their dreams come true.

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The Grit and Grace of Paso Robles | Wine Spectator

May 31, 2019

Paso Robles is no longer in the middle of wine's nowhere. The region has become a bustling destination, regularly attracting more than a million visitors a year for its world-class wines, modern tasting rooms, luxury accommodations and wine-friendly restaurants. Paso, as it's known among locals, has a quaint downtown, a ruggedly beautiful countryside and an infusion of new talent that makes it one of today's most exciting places for wine in California.

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Paso Robles is 'one of the most exciting places' for California wine, magazine says | Tribune Online

May 28, 2019

The accolades keep rolling in for Paso Robles.
The North County city was recently profiled as a must-visit destination for wine lovers and one of the most exciting places for wine in California by Wine Spectator magazine.
Paso Robles will be getting an 11-page spread in the publication’s June 30 issue.

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Travel Review - Paso Robles Wine Country | Delightful Repast

May 16, 2019

I'd been craving a wine country getaway since my first whiff of autumn in the air, but it took us until well into spring to make it happen. Wherever you are in the US, wine country isn't far away since all 50 states have vineyards now. But it had been nearly two years since our last California wine adventure, and we really wanted to head back to the Paso Robles American Viticultural Area (AVA).

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Move over, Napa. Paso Robles wines could be ‘next blockbuster hit,’ magazine says | Sacramento Bee Online

May 3, 2019

Another prestigious publication has discovered what most of us already knew: Paso Robles reds rock.
A recent story in Robb Report hails Paso Robles as “one of the state’s best sources for Bordeaux-style wine,” rivaling those produced by the region’s northern neighbor, Napa.

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Paso Robles Might Just Rival Napa When It Comes to Reds | Robb Report Online

May 1, 2019

Napa is like the Hollywood of winemaking: Its name alone evokes its craft, and its annual releases are eagerly awaited. But a new carpet of reds is rolling out in Central California as sleeper region Paso Robles gains increasing recognition as one of the state’s best sources of Bordeaux-style wine. Bottles of its Cabernet Sauvignons are now regularly earning critics’ scores in the mid- to high-90s and competing with the best of California—and France.

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A New Regime | SOMM Journal

March 1, 2019

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Highway 1 Discovery Route | Northeast Golf

February 1, 2019

Along California’s Central Coast, midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Highway 1 Discovery Route connects beautiful beaches, wide open spaces, outdoor adventure, award-winning wineries and great golf courses. The Allegretto Vineyard Resort in Paso Robles is the ideal spot to stay, Tuscan style.

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Insider's Guide to Paso Robles | Wine Country

January 15, 2019

Known as the land of “cowboys and wine,” Paso Robles charms with its unpretentious attitude, stunning scenery, and wide range of wines suited for every taste and budget. In fact, Paso Robles grows over 40 different varieties and is home to some 200+ wineries (and counting), so it’s no wonder this Central Coast region is quickly becoming one of California’s most popular Wine Country destinations.

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Delicious Destination: Paso Robles Wine Country | The Spokesman-Review

January 14, 2019

Paso Robles is the best wine region you’ve probably never visited. But you absolutely should make plans to venture to the gorgeous area near San Luis Obispo, especially if you’re a fan of the fermented grape.

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Delicious Destination: Paso Robles wine country | Spokesman-Review Online

January 14, 2019

Paso Robles is the best wine region you’ve probably never visited. But you absolutely should make plans to venture to the gorgeous area near San Luis Obispo, especially if you’re a fan of the fermented grape.

We recently spent a few blissful days exploring the area, coming away from our visit mighty impressed by the beautiful landscape, the warm welcomes, outstanding food, and, of course, the wine. Here are a few of our faves, which barely scratch the surface of the 200+ wineries that call this region home.

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Why California's Paso Robles Could be the Next Bordeaux | Robb Report

December 6, 2018

Look to California's Central Coast for the state's newest kings of red.

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26 Stellar Wines Under $100 (That Taste Like They Cost a Lot More) | Robb Report

November 20, 2018

A wine cellar populated with expertly curated, closely managed bottles—maturing through time to their optimum drinking moment—is a wonderful thing. Should you be so lucky to be sitting on such a collection, your special occasions are covered as those bottles meet their moments.

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Why Paso Robles Should Be Your Next California Wine Trip | Houstonia Mag

November 8, 2018

If you got yourself to Paso Robles you’re undoubtedly there for the wine. Everything else is a beautiful bonus. With more than 200 local wines, this quaint town is giving Napa and Sonoma a run for their money—and for good reason.

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Gaining Ground | The SOMM Journal

November 1, 2018

Paso Robles nips at the heels of Napa in overall acreage of Cabernet Sauvignon

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California's Central Coast: Where Will the Road Take You? | Money Inc.

October 19, 2018

The Central California Coast – situated between Los Angeles and San Francisco – provides a special lure due to its small-town charm, where time feels like it moves a little slower. Towns like Cayucos, Cambria, Nipomo, and Avila Beach along the Highway 1 Discovery Route remind me of the quaint coziness of the New England villages where I am from.

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The New Paso Robles | Santa Barbara Seasons

October 16, 2018

Fall means harvest in Paso Robles—time to gather and sort the juicy, flavor-packed grapes in the hundreds of vineyards that surround the city.

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Paso Robles vineyards & wineries to visit | Decanter

October 14, 2018

From pretty hillside vineyards to cutting edge wineries - Julie Albin shares where to visit in Paso Robles...

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Paso Robles: California's Hidden Region of 200 Wineries | Intermezzo

August 22, 2018

Mid-California's "Paso" offers everything from dining to shopping to hiking and cycling. And wine tasting, of course.

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6 Secrets About Paso Robles, A Vibrant Wine Region of California | Forbes

August 13, 2018

One of Central California’s most charming towns is an easy drive from both San Francisco and Los Angeles. Paso Robles is a half an hour from the Pacific Ocean and is home to great local wineries and fun bars and restaurants.

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The Pass of the Oaks | Asia Spa

April 13, 2018

Located equidistant from both San Francisco and Los Angeles on California’s Central Coast, Paso Robles is well known to Californian (and to lesser extent American) wine lovers, but it is still a relative secret for international visitors thanks to the huge shadow cast by California’s wine heavyweights Napa and Sonoma.

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Perugia by way of Paso Robles | Money Inc.

April 9, 2018

Desiring Perugia’s peaceful tranquility sans jetlag, we drove to Paso Robles. Just like Perugia is overshadowed by Tuscany, Paso is eclipsed by Napa. This is a mammoth mistake for wine lovers and foodies alike. Huge. No small wonder TripAdvisor identified Paso as a destination on the rise for 2018 and Forbes listed it as one of 2018’s best travel values.

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5 Awesome Wineries to Visit in Paso Robles | Foodie Loves Fitness

March 16, 2018

Paso Robles is about 6 hours north from where I live. It’s a bit of a lesser known wine country compared to Napa and Sonoma, but it has grown in popularity in recent years – and rightly so. It has so much California country charm, great weather for wine growing, and a downtown area that actually reminds me so much of Sonoma. In 2013, Wine Enthusiast Magazine named Paso Robles its Wine Region of the Year.

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Paso Robles CAB Collective Wineries Producing World Class Bordeaux | LuxeEpicure

February 20, 2018

Winemaking may have begun in Paso Robles as early as 1797 with the Spanish missionaries but it wasn’t until 6 wineries were established throughout the 1940s that the region began developing a reputation for premium California wine.

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A Weekend of Wineries in Paso Robles, California | The Daily Meal

February 6, 2018

More than 300 wineries, farm-fresh food, and a quaint downtown make this small city a perfect getaway
Paso Robles is about a four-hour drive from Los Angeles, making it closer than Napa but farther than the Santa Ynez Valley. The more than 300 wineries in this sleepy Central California town are uncrowded, affordable, and produce some of the best wines in the world. Here is a guide to a perfect weekend getaway in Paso Robles.

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Paso Robles CAB Collective Wineries Producing World Class Bordeaux | AFAR

February 5, 2018

Wine making may have begun in Paso Robles as early as 1797 with the Spanish missionaries but it wasn’t until 6 wineries were established throughout the 1940s that the region began developing a reputation for premium California wine.

Fast forward to today where some reds, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon, "out Bordeaux" France's Bordeaux and rival certain internationally recognized wine regions north of San Francisco. The Paso Robles CAB Collective was established in 2012 to protect and promote small independent wineries that make these distinctive vintages possible. To put things into perspective, nearly two-thirds of Paso Robles' wineries produce less than 5,000 cases.

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Paso Robles CAB Collective Wineries Producing World Class Bordeaux | Gastro Traveling

January 10, 2018

Wine making may have begun in Paso Robles as early as 1797 with the Spanish missionaries but it wasn’t until 6 wineries were established throughout the 1940s that the region began developing a reputation for premium California wine. Fast forward to today where some reds, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon, “out Bordeaux” France’s Bordeaux and rival certain internationally recognized wine regions north of San Francisco. The Paso Robles CAB Collective was established in 2012 to protect and promote small independent wineries that make these distinctive vintages possible. To put things into perspective, nearly two-thirds of Paso Robles’ wineries produce less than 5,000 cases.

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Great stops for Bordeaux-style reds | Bindu Trips

November 15, 2017

The Paso Robles CAB Collective works to raise the visibility of wines made from locally grown Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux grape varietals such as Cabernet Franc and Malbec, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Below is a one-day Bordeaux-focused itinerary with stops at four of the collective’s members. This Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Tasting Tour starts with tastings at two east-side (east of U.S. 101) wineries with lunch at the second, followed by visits to two west-side ones. Alternatives are provided for each stop.

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Paso Robles CAB Collective | Bindu Trips

November 1, 2017

One of the delights of touring the collective’s 30 or so member wineries is experiencing the broad range of wines produced from grapes grown in the various subappellations. Some wines represent nuanced plays on traditional (i.e., French) blends, others exhibit the bold fruit-forward Californian characteristics that have attracted the interest of collectors and major wine critics.

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The Passion of Paso Robles Cabernet | Daily Dish Magazine

October 14, 2017

Nestled just 30 miles north of San Luis Obispo at the foothills of the Santa Lucia Coastal Range to the West in Paso Robles, you will find one of the most passionate groups of winemakers, vineyard owners, and wine industry professionals trying to share their love of the beautiful bouquets of big Bordeaux wines produced there.

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Paso Robles cabernet sauvignon at par with Napa Valley? | Napa Valley Register

June 8, 2017

Has the unthinkable happened? Are Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon wines now on par with Napa Valley’s?

Ask vintner Daniel Daou, who has been carrying the cabernet sauvignon torch ever since he arrived in Paso Robles with his brother, Georges, in 2007. Co-proprietor of Daou Vineyards, the vintner is naturally bullish on cabs and Bordeaux varietals from the Paso region.

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Ideal Conditions for the King of Grapes | SOMM Journal

June 1, 2017

Halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, the once rural ranching town of Paso Robles has transformed into a distinguished wine region. The area has gained greater recognition with each vintage, the wines popping up on wine lists and in retail shops across the country. What better way for buyers and sommeliers to explore Paso Robles wine country than a three-day immersive experience?

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The Many Faces of Paso Robles CAB | SOMM Journal

February 1, 2017

It's hard to deny Cabernet Sauvignon's dominance in the wine market. This heat-loving, mid- to late-ripening grape thrives in Bordeaux's well-drained soils and has made itself at home in Paso Robles, on California's Central Coast. The most widely planted red wine variety in California is also the most wide planted grape in Paso Robles, as producers have found the region to exhibit near perfect growing conditions for this beloved red wine.

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The Underrated Wines of Paso Robles CABs of Distinction Grand Tasting 2016 | élite magazine

January 20, 2017

Last October I got a peek of the new upscale Allegretto Vineyard Resort when I attended the Paso Robles CAB Collective fourth annual CABs of Distinction Grand Tasting, which exclusively focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon and red Bordeaux varietals – at least 75 of them. Much like Pinot Days and Rhone Rangers, these tasting are a great way to learn about a certain style of wine.

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6 Reasons to Uncover Hidden Paso Robles in Central California | Johnny Jet

December 21, 2016

Once a sleepy town in California’s central coast, Paso Robles is now beaming with character for travelers searching for a more authentic experience. Haven’t heard of it? It’s located exactly halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, 3.5 hours away from each city along highway 101.

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Rediscovering Paso Robles: California's Bordeaux is 4 hours from O.C. | Orange County register

November 5, 2016

It was a geeky meeting, even for a room full of sommeliers and wine journalists.

Scientists used PowerPoint to talk about the arcane world of phenolic analysis. WineXRay, a company that provides quick and accurate readings of dissolved compounds in red wine, was on hand to explain its wares. And the wine being debated, obsessed over and ultimately tasted that day was the king of American viticulture, our answer to France’s highfalutin Bordeaux: cabernet sauvignon.

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These Paso wines are as good as the best from Napa, Wine Advocate says | The San Luis Obispo Tribune

September 28, 2016

Bordeaux-style wines from some of Paso Robles’ top producers have garnered some of their highest scores ever from Robert Parker’s influential Wine Advocate publication.

“While Paso Robles has been synonymous with the Rhône movement for over a decade now, it is worth noting the quality of the Bordeaux varieties coming from these limestone hills today,” Wine Advocate’s Jeb Dunnuck wrote in his recent review of new releases from 2013 and 2014.

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Paso Robles' Cabernet Sauvignon Gains ground | Food & Beverage Magazine

August 8, 2016

Paso Robles is earning its place as one of the world’s premiere producers of Cabernet Sauvignon and red Bordeaux varietals.

Not only is recognition among critics and sommeliers increasing across the board for members of the Paso Robles CAB Collective, Paso’s producers are planting more Cabernet Sauvignon than ever before, ensuring the region continues to position itself alongside the world’s top Bordeaux varietal regions.

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Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon Wowed the World at Recent CABs of Distinction Event | Food & Beverage Magazine

May 17, 2016

The members of the Paso Robles CAB (Cabernet and Bordeaux) Collective (PRCC) are proud to announce something they long knew: When tasted alongside some of the best reds from Bordeaux and Napa Valley, Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-style wines not only hold their own, but will win over some of the best palates on the planet.

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Local cabernets hold their own against other wine regions | The San Luis Obispo Tribune

April 19, 2016

Another big win for San Luis Obispo County! OK, so we’re the happiest place this side of Bhutan, with the best climate in the world, and not too overly gentrified. What’s next? How about a world-class cabernet sauvignon region comparable to Napa Valley and Bordeaux?

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Paso Robles wines shine at 'Judgment of Paso'

April 18, 2016

It was clear at the Judgment of Paso tasting that Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-style blends are at par with wines from Napa Valley and Bordeaux.

The Judgment of Paso was the final event of the two-day CABs of Distinction Symposium targeted to the trade, media and sommeliers and organized by the Paso Robles CAB (Cabernet and Bordeaux) Collective.

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Hail a 'CAB' in Paso Robles | The Desert Sun

March 28, 2016

Happily nestled inland just north of San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles offers a bounty of agri-treasures discovered amid lush green hills dotted with grazing cattle and laid-out ranches that bespeak a rich rancho heritage that spans centuries.

Without a doubt, one of the biggest bounties of the area is its proliferation of quality wineries that dot hilltops and are secreted down rural country lanes.

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Discover Paso Robles' Booming Wine Scene | Wine Enthusiast

October 1, 2015

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Stunning Phenolics | The SOMM Journal

August 1, 2015

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Cabernet Is King In Paso Robles | Wine Geographic

July 29, 2015

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Understanding Paso Robles Wine | Wine Folly

July 15, 2015

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Cab Comparo | The SOMM Journal

June 30, 2015

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The Cork Dorks | The KRUSH 92.5

June 10, 2015

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2013 Vintage Could be the Toast of Paso Robles | The Orange County Register

May 27, 2015

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From the Vine: Blind Tasting Yields Honest Results | Lompoc Record

May 17, 2015

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CABs of Distinction Media Event Offers Great Tasting Opportunities | Examiner.com

May 11, 2015

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Paso Robles Cabernet has its Moment in the Sun | KCET

April 29, 2015

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CABs of Distinction- Paso Robles Bordeaux-style wines showcased | Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer

April 26, 2015

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Paso Robles CAB Collective Presents CABs of Distinction | Examiner.com

April 26, 2015

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CABs of Distinction Grand Tasting Features Paso Robles Best Producers | Examiner.com

April 22, 2015

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CABs of Distinction - Taste. Celebrate. Discover | Wine Country This Week

March 1, 2015

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CAB Collective announces details for 2015 CABs of Distinction | Paso Robles Daily News

February 17, 2015

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Paso Robles CAB Collective Announce details for 2015 CABs of Distinction | WineBusiness.com

February 17, 2015

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Craving Bordeaux? Choose a Blend from Paso Robles | examiner.com

December 7, 2014

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Distinctively Cab! | SHEdrinksHEeats.com

November 20, 2014

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Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon: Daou’s Data | Backcountry Wines

November 12, 2014

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Paso Robles Wine Country… A Land of Great Diversity | Jamesthewineguy.com

October 26, 2014

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