The Juice


Varietal Spotlight Series: Paso Robles Cabernet Franc

For our last exploration of Paso Robles varietal wines from the Bordeaux family, we turn to Cabernet Franc, which is being beautifully produced as a stand-alone variety by several Paso Robles CAB Collective members…. Read more »


Varietal Spotlight Series: Paso Robles Malbec

A recent tasting of Paso Robles AVA Malbec confirmed why this beautiful grape has weathered many a storm over the centuries to become one of the world’s most beloved varieties. But first, a little history… Read more »


Varietal Spotlight Series: Paso Robles Petit Verdot

Petit Verdot on the vine

Petit Verdot on the vine

Continuing our tasting of Paso Robles Bordeaux-style wines by variety, we move on to Petit Verdot, historically a behind-the-scenes grape, but increasingly finding its home as a varietal wine in the New World. (For a fun personification of Bordeaux varieties, see this video, which characterizes Petit Verdot as “The Builder.”)… Read more »


Varietal Spotlight Series: Paso Robles Merlot

We at the Paso Robles CAB Collective are excited to introduce a new series in which we profile Paso Robles Bordeaux-style wines by variety. We’re calling it the CAB Collective Varietal Spotlight, and we hope it helps bring what we are all so passionate about to life… Read more »