Sometimes less is more. Giornata's minimalist approach helps the grapes be the real star of the show. We were seated on the patio on a summer day that wasn't too hot. Our host was very friendly and knowledgeable about wine and the wine making process and made it a very enjoyable experience. We ended up leaving with a couple of very reasonable prices bottles, the aglianico and the vermentino. We'll definitely come back next time we're in Paso read more

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Small tasting room located in Tin City and known for Italian wines. Their flight boasted 5 wines, all Italian with mostly single varietal, but a blend thrown in as well. They had a white, orange, and 3 reds when we were in. We made a reservation to come in on a Friday afternoon, though they were able to take walk ins and had a couple while we were in. We also called to reschedule our tasting as another one took longer than expected, and they were totally cool about accommodating the change. They had seating at the bar and outside, we opted for inside at the bar since it was rather warm out. We didn't get as much info here about the wines as we did at most other tastings we had on this trip. I would've enjoyed learning more about them, giornata, and their connection to etto. I didn't end up taking any bottles to go, but my friend who loves Italian wines did take a bottle and struggled to decide which one to get. read more

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Matt B. and I took a quick trip to Paso Robles for our anniversary last month, and Giornata was our first stop in town. It was the first of four wineries we hit in our 24-hour visit, and the only one that wasn't obviously backed by many millions of dollars. Giornata is a small operation in Tin City, a collection of artisanal brewers, distillers, and winemakers in an industrial part of Paso Robles. We called ahead, but there was no need. We were the only customers when we walked in on a Saturday afternoon. The place was charming, with a comfortable tasting room and a serene patio with great views, filled with planter boxes holding the owners' personal garden of herbs and vegetables. The winery is run by a married couple. Stephanie is the farmer, and her husband Shane is the winemaker. Stephanie was running things when we visited, and she was a wonderful, friendly host. We talked about kids and winemaking as she guided us through our tasting. Matt and I each did the full flight, with five wines for $25: the Fiano, the Orangotango, the Barbera, the Montepulciano, and the Gemellaia. The Fiano was a cool white wine, a nice way to start. Stephanie offered us a choice of orange wines and we both went with the less funky, more beginner-friendly option. The Orangotango is Giornata's best-known wine, a $25 bottle that accounts for a huge percent of their sales. I'm not especially into orange wines, but I liked this quite a bit. Giornata prides itself on making Italian-style wines with Italian grapes grown in the Central Coast. The bottles are reasonably priced, with only the Gemellaia going for over $50, but they're high prestige, with several 90+ Robert Parker ratings. The three Italian reds were delicious, and we went home with a few bottles, knocking out our tasting fees. (I'm kind of curious who pays those tasting fees, with one waived for each bottle purchased, and bottles starting at $25.) The Tin City wineries have a different feel from the big hitters in Paso Robles, and if you're looking impressive build-outs and expensive wines, Giornata may not be at the top of your list. It's a lovely place, though, where you can enjoy good wine while chatting with the farmer and winemaker, surrounded by the vegetables they'll be picking for their dinner. read more

A very small winery located in Tin City, known for making Italian wine in traditional Italian way. The indoor tasting room was very small, and the outdoor tasting area was a bit bigger but not appealing to most of the people who look for nice vibe or spectacular view. To me, the wines are more important than vibe or view. The winery offered a flight of five wines for just $25! I guess it may be the cheapest among all the wineries in Paso area. However, their wines are not bad at all. The "II Campo Bianco, a white blend of 3 different italian white grape varietals - Falangina, Trebbiano and Vermentino ( an atypical blend in Italy ) was refreshing on nose, and showed good complexity on palate, with medium length finish. It's a very good summer white for just $25. The "Fatto Mano", an Orange wine with a unique aroma, was a bit simple on palate and short in finish. The Nebbiolo, more like Barbarrasco, has very pronounced honey note on nose but dry on palate, good medium bodied, relatively round tannins, and nice lingering finish. Quite different compared to the traditional Italian Nebbiolo. The Sangiovese, which is more like Chianti Classico Gran Selezione level, was medium bodied, nice red fruits on palate with medium finish, quite nice. Since we arrived 2 days after the Wine Fest, we were given a few more wines leftover from the Fest to taste, awesome! Service was excellent with a lot of interaction with our server, who's very professional. Overall the wines are interesting & quite good. Worth visiting! read more

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Giornata is a solid little winery with a number of Italian varieties. They offer a $30 tasting of 5 wines and have a nice outdoor seating area. Service is nice and you may even get to chat with one of the owners. I wasn't that big of the whites I tasted but did like their red and enjoyed the overall experience. There's a sizable parking lot as well. read more

Nearly 10 years later and we are still loving Giornata! Gina has moved over to manage their store, Etto, and Shane is the new tasting room manager. Shane was very knowledgeable about the wines (so are we, but it's still nice to hear some of the more technical specs), very friendly, and, as long-time club members, we were also able to taste some things not on the traditional tasting. We were lucky enough to be able to chat with Stephy again, too! One of the most friendly people and she and hubby Brian make some damn good wines! As always, we went home with more than a case! That might hold us over until the spring shipment comes in a couple months, lol! If you're up in the Templeton area, make an appointment to taste at Giornata! The outdoor patio is lovely (and set up with misters if it's hot outside), the company is great, and the wines are outstanding! read more

We visited Giornata during our long weekend visit to Paso Robles. When we arrived, we were shown to the back patio, a calming sunny space. We did a tasting of 5 wines- all of which were delicious. In retrospect, my curiosity may have gotten the best of me and so I may have asked Stephanie (the owner) one too many questions. Nevertheless, Stephanie eagerly shared about the winery's history, the winemaking process, and the differences between the wines they offer. We were happy with our visit and took 2 bottles home as souvenirs. read more

Had the opportunity to make a reservation and attend wine tasting at Giornata. It was an good experience that allowed exploration of diverse flavors and aromas of various wines from their selection. Recommend this establishment for the knowledgeable and professional staff. The staff at were exceptional. Their expertise and passion for wine were evident. They provided detailed explanations about each wine, including its origins, grape varietals, and unique characteristics. They were patient, answering all my questions and ensuring I had a deeper understanding of the wines I tasted. It was a delight to explore different styles and discover new favorites. Each wine was carefully curated, showcasing the winery's commitment to quality. read more

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Found this gem on the way to SLO for an impromptu wine tasting. Babette was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the wines. We went through 14 wines for the tasting, which was surprising - we are used to Napa, where they aren't as generous. Do yourself a favor and try the Fatto a Mano wines - very unique, and unfiltered! Not for everyone, but I was delighted at the taste. I ended up buying a bottle of the Fiano. The smokiness of it was fascinating, but it was still light and crisp, and excellent for a summer day. We also purchased a bottle of the Montepulciano (one of their traditional blends) - smooth, red fruit forward, and very easy to drink. Highly recommend this spot. read more

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Stephy and Shane were fantastic! Perfect wine! Perfect service! Amazing views! Great staff, great location. Very sweet read more

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Very beautiful view from their back patio. I could seriously sit here for hours and take in the scenic landscape. Right next to the train tracks, so exciting when a train comes by. Unfortunately I didn't care for any of their wines. Was really sad because they sounded promising, but I just was not a fan. I probably won't be back for that reason, but I would still recommend to others to come try them out to experience the serenity of the view from their patio. read more

Giornata was a real treat! I've been to Paso several times now and am often encouraged to visit Tin City. Where it sounded interesting enough, I wrote it off solely as tasting rooms and didn't think it would really be my vibe. That was until most recently when headed back to this area and I stumbled across Giornata and told myself I really want to visit them. Unusual for me because I'm not a huge fan of Italian wines. I made a reservation online for a Sunday afternoon with complete ease. We were running a bit behind our scheduled appointment and I called to let them know which wasn't an issue at all. I called myself coming here for their Nebbiolo which I seem to be a fan of but it wasn't until we were here and I was discussing this with my friend that I realized it was in fact the Charbono grape I was thinking of, which Giornata does not offer. That small fact aside, I really enjoyed many of their wines. The Barbera was excellent and my goodness the Sangiovese just beautiful! I am a fan of Sangiovese so I wasn't shocked by this. I have never had a Barbera or an Aglianico so having the opportunity to enjoy these two was exciting. I did notice other visitors were industry folks, everyone from a wine store to other local big name wineries so I guess if it means anything at all these types are finding their way in which I suppose says something about their wine. I always say, go with what you enjoy! Everyone's palate is different so I rarely consider what others love as often a highly rated bottle won't particularly mean I love it. We had a lovely time here, with the husband and wife team behind their wine (made here!) which I can't say I often run into other than one specific winery in Napa that I frequent. After our tasting, we walked right over to their pasta shop! Delish! Yumminess! Visit both for sure! They are the perfect pair. read more

Giornata Winery was recommended to us by Randy at Chateau Margene in Morro Bay when we told him we are fond of Italian varietal wines like Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Montepulciano, and Vermentino to name a few. We arrived before noon on a Thursday morning and were warmly greeted by our wine pouring host Gina. It was cool but sunny out, so we decided to sit on the back patio. They are dog friendly for the record. It was cool enough that we left our pouch in the car for the short time we were there. Gina began by telling us a little about the many Italian varietal wines they make and the low volume handcrafted minimalist approach they take in making their wines. One of the techniques they use for their white wines like Vermentino is to let the juice sit on the skins for an extended period of time. This imparts a yellowish and orangish color to the wine. They do very little to affect the natural fermentation and aging of the wines, using neutral storage and letting the wines do their own thing. The result is some pretty spectacular wines that reminded us of many of the wines we tried in Italy when we were there last year. The red red wines we tried, including a Nebbiolo and a red blend called gemellaia (Sangiovese, Merlot, Petite Verdot) were outstanding. We were lucky to taste without a reservation; however, appointments are recommended. read more

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So happy to discover this hidden gem of a tasting room. They only serve Italian types of wines including the ones made from Nebbiolo grape. The taste of the wines is outstanding. I personally fell in love with Fiano and Nebbiolo which I ended up purchasing and excited to share it with my close ones during the next celebration. The atmosphere is very cozy. What's most important the owner makes sure you're feeling well and taken care of at their wonderful place. Make sure you eat before coming here as they're not serving food or snacks...at least right now. Highly recommend this place and definitely will be back next time I'm in Paso Robles area. read more

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If you love your Cal-Italia wines, or if you just love big, bold wines with a personality don't miss Gionata! Make sure to make an appointment and come prepared to taste some great wines. Their tasting room makes for the perfect intimate setting to get time with the owner to learn all about their wines and the inspiration behind them. Don't miss their Aglianico. It is one of the best, and more memorable wines I have had in a long time. Regardless what type of wine you prefer Stephanie is a great host and does a great job walking you through their creations. We left buying 4 bottles but I'm already thinking I should have bought more! read more

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Appointments are required and secured by credit card. Canceling with 2-hour notice avoids a penalty charge. Expect multiple confirmations and reminders via e-mails and texts. Like the couple dozen other wineries in the Tin City industrial complex, the tasting room is a small bar at their office. An outdoor option is also available but was unfeasible due to weather and cases of wine being loaded into a truck. With astringent dominance from alcohol, the vivid wines often resembled a dry cocktail than a fruity wine. Although not my style, my girlfriend liked enough to buy $40 to $50 bottles which waived the tasting fee. The winery also owns the Etto Pastificio (see www.yelp.com/biz/etto-pastificio-paso-robles) boutique food shop located in a different part of Tin City. read more

If you're looking for Italian style wines, you have reached the right place. My husband did some research and came across Giornata. I was able to book a last minute tasting experience on the phone, they were very accommodating. Cute and very quaint location, really enjoyed the tasting in the cellar and got to speak to the owner for our whole tasting although she was NOT working and actually picking up some mail. Great conversation and gain some knowledge on Italian wines and the process used. Orange wine is not very common and we got to dabble in a few pours. Had such a great experience, we ended up signing up to be members. read more

We made an appt for 11:30. The owner was ready and waiting for us. There were 5 different wines on the tasting menu, 3 whites 2 reds all were very good. She had other wines that we asked about and tried. I would highly recommend trying. All Italian wines. Enjoyed chatting with the owner about life, wine making and different wines. read more

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Next to Field Recordings, Giornata has no sign on their space. They prefer it that way to avoid having the drunk slurpers and bus-riding neanderthals waste their time and wine. Stephanie Terrizzi, was our host for the private tasting arranged one month in advance. She is the viticulturalist (farmer) of the husband and wife team behind Giornata. We met Brian (winemaker) on our way out. They are making great progress in fine-tuning California Aglianico (2015) to achieve its old world potential. This wine is showing such great promise, we bought one. Definitely an aging wine. All of their wines were well worth trying and there are some big beasts on the list. Yay!!!!! To commemorate this, our first visit to Giornata, we bought two bottles of Barbera (2016) which was really showing well with strong varietal fruit forward and plenty of acid. Maybe only a 1-2 year wait for this beauty. Do yourself a favor and the Terrizzi's a favor as well, if you do not collect wines, go somewhere else in Tin City and buy something more in your price range that you can mix with 7-Up. read more

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Stopped here with some extra time to kill before another tasting appointment... and because they had a Tesla charger! (Who knew that having an EV charger would be such good advertising.) The owner welcome us in with no appointment, had very generous pours of any wine she had open, and overall was just EXTREMELY kind, the wine was yummy (we left with 4 bottles), the attitude / vibe was great. Support small wineries! read more

Of the 3 wine tastings we did that day, Giornata was the first stop and our favorite in the end. We had our tasting with Stephanie, who is an owner and the farmer at Giornata. It is not just a wine tasting, but rather something educational too. Furthermore, not a single wine was less than amazing (which makes it hard to pick which ones to buy at the end). They also sell pasta which is the perfect accompaniment for your new italo-californian wine. read more

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If you like Italian wines, this is a great place to visit. I enjoyed the Nebbiolo and the Sangiovese. Just as important, the service was great. Showed up mid week and was able to sit in the barrel room. The assistant wine maker poured for us. He was patient and engaging which makes the experience even better. We walked out with 3 bottles and a new tasting room to return to next trip. read more

Excellent home made wine, knowledgeable staff A friend of ours arranged a tasting experience at Giornata for my fiancé and myself. We were supposed to travel to Italy, but covid has delayed everything. So this was a little taste of an Italian experience for us. I really enjoy family run places, they just have a more welcoming authentic feel. I think most, if not all, of the seating is outdoors. We were here during covid so indoor may not be allowed. The outdoor seating had a homey backyard feel with a nice view of some Paso countryside. One of the assistants seated us and started us with a couple glasses before we were met by the owner. The owner poured us our tastings and explained how each was unique to a certain region of Italy. It was a great way to learn about the culture and how it matches with the wines from the region. This was our first time trying orange wines, which are surprisingly good. Our favorite was the Barbara wine, which is a everyday wine in Italy. It had an excellent flavor and was easy drinking. We had to bring some home with us, and as gifts for our friends. We truly enjoyed our time here, and I recommend stopping by! I think it's one of, if not the only, Italian wineries in the area. read more

Really pleasant experience!! We called ahead and booked an appointment and had a nice, intimate tasting with several yummy wines. We got two different flights (one with more whites, the other all reds), and our pourer (the owner) was very friendly and knowledgeable. read more

Absolutely phenomenal experience. Highly recommend the wine. Wouldn't decide which bottles to buy.

We had a very nice outdoor tasting at Giornata albeit hot (90 degrees...thank you umbrellas & breeze). I've always really liked Italian wine and the Giornata wine was no exception. It's great to have other varietals available instead of the standard Cabs and Rose'. Great experience. Highly recommend. Try the Barbera! read more

What an amazing little gem Giornata turned out to be! My husband and I were simply stunned at how much we enjoyed every single wine we tried. It was our first time in the area and we had honestly come to town looking for big, juicy Grenache--we didn't expect to find such beautifully restrained Italian varietals in Paso! We called about an hour before we meant to visit and I am so thankful they were able to accommodate us last minute. Our host was wonderful (I forget his name!), and we must have tasted 7 or 8 wines and we bought almost everything we tasted. I am so excited to revisit this trip in our minds every time we open a bottle, and I can't wait to go back :) read more

LOVED LOVED LOVED finding this little hidden gem in Tin City! After having a great tasting at Onx and not knowing which tasting room to stop by next, one of their tasting room staff recommended Giornata and scheduled us a tasting. Giornata was able to accommodate our last minute appointment. I was so excited to try their wine since Italian wine is one of my favorites, and Giornata definitely did not disappoint! I enjoyed all their wine and the service was great. Our server, Nasa was very knowledgeable and friendly. We had a wonderful tasting room experience- great staff and delicious wine. My favorite was their Montepulciano and their Sangiovese. I wish I lived closer, but I am looking forward to coming back. I highly recommend this cute little tasting room! read more

Absolutely unbelievable. I love everything. The Nebiola is spectacularly different, and I can't wait to try the other wines we went home with. Giornata is really doing something innovative here and I just can't get enough. It's a must stop every time. I think we will become members next time! read more

The circuitous journey of a well-worn life: it takes many twists and turns before finally taking root. Sometimes, you pass through a place and are affected by it forever. Or you meet a person, and he or she changes the very way that you relate to reality. Or you choose a profession, and it becomes a passion that sustains you for decades to come as you age with a mixture of grace, wonder, and gratitude about what it all might really mean. Giornata is like that: a propitious meeting of people, places, and professional callings that have resulted in epic wines of trans-Atlantic proportions. Italian varietals grown in central coast Californian soils, fermented using native yeasts and aged in oak and on occasion amphora and released when they are ready to augment your dinner table with lovely, aromatic, enticing wines of distinction that taste of a time and place, not a textbook formula or Wine Enthusiast 90+ scoring rubric. If you have ever wondered what passion in a glass might taste like, then you need to come here, to Tin City in Templeton, to taste what Brian T. and Stephanie T. have been cooking up in their husband-wife vine-growing, wine-making partnership. Aglianico. Sangiovese. Barbera. Pinot Grigio. Fiano. Nebbiolo. Grapes that have blossomed in Italy for generations, but that Paso Robles has been slow to embrace, despite having some of the perfect growing conditions and soils to do so. At Giornata, Stephanie manages the vineyards while Brian handles the wine-making, resulting in labors of love that clock in around $20-$45 a bottle but that are exceptionally expressive of the varietals and wine-making traditions from which they are inspired. Brian's minimalist cellar approaches, including low SO2 applications, neutral barrel aging, feral yeast fermentation, and single varietal bottlings - with the notable exceptions of the delicious Il Campo Rosso and Bianco everyday drinking wines, as well as a Super Tuscan style red blend - combined with Stephanie's attention to detail and commitment to organic, low intensity practices in the vineyard, make these wines stand out from the Paso Robles scene in some very attractive ways, drawing national and international attention to their efforts. Both the Westside and Eastside of Paso Robles AVA are equally represented, but the only vineyard easily viewed (but not open to the public) is Luna Matta, which you'll see if you drive on Peachy Canyon Road heading towards town from Vineyard Drive. If you are still searching for a perfect wine pairing with cedar-plank grilled king salmon, Giornata's Pinot Grigio "Ramato," aged on the skins in amphora, is for you. If you are hankering for Italian wines with California flair, where fruit, acid, and tannin are all working in harmony, then French Camp Aglianco ($30) is for you. If you want a Tuscan-style Sangiovese with saddle leather, dusted cherry, bite, balance, and texture, then Luna Matta Sangiovese is for you. Come spring, there will be whites to enjoy. In fall, there are reds of depth and profundity that make you realize how much more there is to Paso Robles wine than big Cabernets and 16% Grenaches, where Italy, not France, is given its moment in the sun, where food and wine and pasta and wood-fired pizza and artichokes and fresh calamari and all the foods that make Italy the land of "la dolce vita" are given a chance to shine, really shine. This is Giornata. This is why you make the pilgrimage to Tin City. This is why wine tasting with winemakers really, really makes a difference. Sure, you can find Giornata wines at Michelin-starred restaurants and high-end wine shops or order them on-line. You can read about them in the San Francisco Chronicle, the NYTimes, Decanter, and the Wine Spectator. But honestly ... wouldn't you rather taste them with Brian or Stephanie instead? If you build it, they will come. I hope beyond hope that this will be the case here. Come now before the word really gets out! read more

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Great wine. The owner was friendly & fun. So down to earth and a lot of history and information on the wines.

Friendly owner with good Italian varietals enjoyed all of their wines. I bought a couple of their wines that were tasting very good. The place is in a industrial park and a little hard to find. Be sure to make a reservation and you will rewarded with a good experience. read more

As a "local" from Pismo Beach I had never been to Tin City! Only after watching the documentary about Tin City on Amazon did we decide to venture the 35 miles or so to the area. For our first visit we researched a few wineries on YELP! and decided to make a reservation to taste at Giornata based on all the positive reviews and because they offered many Italian varietals. Their location is on the edge of Tin City and difficult to find due to a lack of signage but that's probably how they want it. We were greeted by Nassa at the tasting room who quickly made us feel welcome. The next hour was spent going through many of their wines and learning about the various vineyards that they came from. Each wine had it's own story and Nassa made the whole tasting experience interesting and fun. We left with a few bottles for our collection but don't expect they'll last long. We'll likely have to return to replenish our stock in the near future. read more

Really loved my experience here much more than other tastings in Paso. The wine was superb, affordable and unique. The wine maker was knowledgeable and sweet without being obnoxious or impatient. In my opinion, this off the beaten path winery is a must do on your next trip. Very good wine! read more

We bought a case of Nebbiolo about a year ago. Had it at a local Italian restaurant (Il Cortile). Was so good we contacted the winery and bought a case. Just had a bottle tonight with pork country ribs and polenta (Melissa D'Arrabian recipe...look it up). Unbelievable. Comparable to Palmina. Fantastic. Call them to taste (and buy). Trust me. I spend a ton of $$ on wine. I don't Yelp much. I'm Yelping this. read more

Unbelievable!!! Thank you Stephanie for letting us sneak in at the last minute and without a reservation. Also, our thanks to the couple whom we invaded! If you don't like Italian varietals, you will after your visit. What a special find in Paso with wines that are truly exceptional, a well deserved must try and buy! read more

The wine was pretty good - we especially enjoyed their Sangiovese!! Loved it! However, the assistant winemaker was our tasting room attendant and it was very evident that he didn't want us there. Very poor customer service. He barely wanted to talk to us and wasn't very engaged. Pretty good wine, but not an outstanding overall experience. read more

We had two bottles of their wine at Thanksgiving dinner. We wanted to wine taste their wines the next day. I THOUGHT I made the reservation for Fri., but their rez. system schedules automatically for 24 hours from when you are scheduling. You can of course change it, but I thought I made it for Fri., didn't check the date, and, boy, were we disappointed when no one was there at our appointed time. I called, spoke to the owner who said she could be there in 20 minutes if we wanted to stick around, but I thanked here and we went elsewhere. Since I only made the reservation the morning for when we wanted to taste, we (I) definitely screwed up by not checking the reservation carefully. Five stars for the lovely bottles we had the night before and the willingness of the owner to come in to give us a tasting even though we weren't on the schedule. Our loss. read more