Located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Paso Robles mixes the fun-loving energy of Southern California with Northern California’s sophistication and innovation. A hot spot for Rhône varietals and blends, it hosts the annual Hospice du Rhône, the world’s liveliest gathering of international Rhône wine producers. Visit www.pasowine.com →
1790s
first vineyards
>200
wineries
>80% Red Varietals
Include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Zinfandel
13,000
vineyard hectares (32,000 acres)