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A Weekend in Paso Robles: Bold Reds, Ranch Vibes, and Wine Country Charm

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The route

12 stops·6 wineries · 2 restaurants · 2 hotels · 1 activity · 1 shop

1. 01

   Hotel

   Arrival at Hotel Cheval

   Settle into this equestrian-themed boutique hotel, with s'mores by the fire every evening, then walk into downtown Paso Robles.

2. 02

   Activity

   Centennial Park & Downtown Paso Robles

   Park yourself in the tree-shaded plaza, then bounce between tasting rooms and restaurants without moving your car once.

3. 03

   WineryAdelaida District

   Tablas Creek Vineyard

   Tablas Creek pioneered Rhône-style wines on Paso Robles' Westside through a Franco-American partnership with Château de Beaucastel.

4. 04

   WineryAdelaida District

   Halter Ranch Vineyard

   Sprawling across 2,000 acres with an 1880s farmhouse, this ranch crafts elegant Rhône and Bordeaux wines amid vineyard vistas perfect for picnicking.

5. 05

   Restaurant

   Lunch at Buona Tavola

   Northern Italian cooking a block off the square, serving weekday lunch since 1992 alongside a deep bench of local bottles.

6. 06

   WineryAdelaida District

   Justin Vineyards & Winery

   Justin's legendary Isosceles blend and opulent cave tastings make this Paso Robles icon unmissable for Bordeaux lovers.

7. 07

   Winery

   Epoch Estate Wines

   Epoch Estate channels old-vine Zinfandel and Syrah into Rhône-style wines on the storied Paderewski Vineyard.

8. 08

   Restaurant

   Dinner at The Hatch Rotisserie & Bar

   Wood-fired rotisserie chicken, serious cocktails, and local wine, cider, and beer on tap in downtown Paso Robles.

9. 09

   Winery

   Daou Vineyards

   Daou's mountaintop perch in the Adelaida Hills rewards the drive with sweeping views and bold Cabernet Sauvignons, especially the cult favorite Soul of a Lion.

10. 10

    WineryEl Pomar District

    Sculpterra Winery & Sculpture Garden

    Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, and Bordeaux wines pair perfectly with wandering through this family-owned Eastside gem's outdoor sculpture garden.

11. 11

    Shop

    Vivant Fine Cheese

    Stock up on artisanal cheese and provisions here to build the perfect picnic companion for your wine tastings.

12. 12

    Hotel

    The Piccolo

    Stylish downtown Paso Robles boutique hotel with curated local art, perfect for a wine country base.