Cabernet Franc – Much More than a Blending Grape
December 4, 2018
Cabernet Franc, known and used primarily as a blending grape (it’s one of the main varietals in Bordeaux blends), also makes a great single varietal
Central Coast Wine
So Many Great Central Coast wines, so little time. What a beautiful conundrum.
We invite you to join us in the quest to try them all and learn with us along the way.
We provide unpretentious tools for learning more about wine without the intimidation factor, from enjoying your first trip to a tasting room to exploring the ins and out of wine clubs and which one fit your needs best, and learning more about the making-process and the people who make it all possible.
And all written from our perspective as continuing students in the world of enology (we passed our Intro Level Sommelier test in 2017) and our desire to share the wonders of wine with you.
Our articles explore wine through different lenses. Tasting Notes are brief impressions from visits to tasting rooms. Winery Spotlight stories go more in-depth with the process and the people. Winemaker Focus articles introduce you the winemakers, their journeys, and their passion for creating wine. And all written from our perspective as continuing students in the world of enology and our desire to share the wonders of wine with you.
Zinfandel – Strong Roots on the Central Coast
November 21, 2018
How do you like your Zinfandel? Big, bold, and jammy? Or more refined and expressive? No matter. Zinfandels made in Paso Robles and the Central
Halloween Poker Run (2018 Update)
October 25, 2018
October 27-18 2018 – Paso Robles Wineries East Zoo to You Halloween Poker Run Trick or treat with 46 East, and enjoy animals, wine, and
46 West Wineries Block Party – Paso Robles (2018)
August 20, 2018
What happens when you take more than a dozen talented winemakers, add a caterer known for great food, mix in a dance-inspiring band, all in
Paso Robles 46 West Wineries Summer Block Party – Event Recap (2018)
July 11, 2018
What happens when 17 winemakers, a caterer with tri tip and barbecued oysters, and a dance-inspiring band get together with about 200 of their friends?
46 West Summer Block Party (2018) – Paso Robles
June 30, 2018
What happens when your neighbors are winemakers and you decide to throw a great party? You’re hanging out with a few neighbors and you get
Roll Out the Barrels: 3 days to Celebrate SLO Wine (updated 2018)
June 12, 2018
SLO Wine Country’s annual Roll Out the Barrels event highlights the wineries of California’s Central Coast. The three-day event (2018 dates are June 21-23) kicks
Wine Safari 2018 – Wine Tasting Gone Wild (with Animals)
March 16, 2018
Feature Video: Wine Safari 2018 What happens when you mix beautiful animals from Conservation Ambassadors’ Zoo to You program with the scenic and friendly Paso
Winemaker Focus: Mary Bradley (ila and Gra Wines)
March 14, 2018
Feature Video: Winemaker Mary Bradley With practiced eyes, Mary Bradley scans the clusters of Zinfandel grapes as they toddle down the sorting table. She plucks