After opening abottle of Wild Horse 2006 Merlot at home...we thought we'd try something different. We used two different glasses to see how it affected the smell and taste of the wine. We'll let you watch to see, but meanwhile, Wild Horse wines are pretty well known around here … [Read more...]
At Home with Castoro Cellars
Castoro Cellars is one of the bigger, better known wineries around the Paso Robles area - http://www.castorocellars.com/. They're a couple of miles out the 46 West and well worth a stop. We opened a bottle of their 2006 Syrah that we got for under $15 and were impressed. A … [Read more...]
At Home with Liberte – Yeah, Liberte!
We found this bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon at Trader Joe's for under $10...a 2007 Paso Robles wine produced by the Familia Nueva and called Liberte'. Right, we hadn't heard of them either, but the price was right, the label was super cool, and the wine was pretty good! Let it … [Read more...]
Domain Chandon at Home!
How about a glass of the bubbly on a lazy Sunday afternoon in the sun? Sound pretty good? We thought so too! No big deal here, just us on our back deck enjoying the afternoon! An open bottle of Domain Chandon, some appetizers, and our own great company! Check us … [Read more...]
Out at Cinquain Cellars
So, we'll just tell you right up front...we're members here at Cinquain Cellars - http://cinquaincellars.com/. They're along the Pleasant Valley Wine Trail, just North East of Paso Robles, nestled between hills on 20 acres of grapes. A beautiful barn is where they do the … [Read more...]
Out at J&J Cellars
The Paso Robles wine country has a group of wineries a little north east of town that identify themselves as on "The Pleasant Valley Wine Trail". What used to be called Judd Family is now called J&J Cellars, and that's where we ended up http://www.jjcellars.com/. Located … [Read more...]
At Home with Adelaida Cellars
Another night hanging at home and another open bottle of wine! This time it's an Adelaida Cellars 2006 Recess Red. It's a blend of 10 different varieties, if you can believe that! Here we go...Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfancel, Touriga National, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Gamay … [Read more...]
At Home with Vina Robles
Opening a bottle of Vina Robles 2007 Red4 at home turned out to be a great idea. http://vinarobles.com/. This is a great red blend, for under $15. Mostly Petite Syrah and Syrah, with a dash of Tannat and Touriga, it was really smooth and tasty. AND, it's not only easy access … [Read more...]
Pomar Junction Vineyard & Winery
Ever heard of this one? Well, we've been hearing stories about how great their wines are as well as all the fun events they have out at their property for quite some time now! http://www.pomarjunction.com/ - Located Southeast of Paso Robles, where El Pomar Road meets South El … [Read more...]
Clavo Cellars
In the funky little downtown strip that is Templeton, is where you'll find the Clavo Cellars Tasting Room. http://www.clavocellars.com/. Super comfortable and spacious, this spot is a great place to sidle up to the bar and taste some good wines. From Rhone whites (yeah, we … [Read more...]