This was our first day in Paso Robles and the start of our vacation, so I was really looking…read moreforward to visiting Calcareous Vineyard. Unfortunately, it ended up being a bit disappointing for me. The atmosphere was incredibly relaxing, and it wasn't loud at all, which made it easy to sit back and enjoy a conversation with my husband at a comfortable volume. The setting itself was great! Unfortunately, the food was a letdown. We ordered a $24 pizza that had virtually no flavor. The sauce was plain, the cheese was tasteless, and overall, it mostly tasted like plain dough. For me, it was especially disappointing because this was our first stop to kick off our vacation. That said, my husband really enjoyed the lamb, so there was at least one dish that stood out for him. Our waiter was great very kind and understanding and he was nice enough to remove the pizza from our check without any hesitation. I truly appreciated the customer service. Overall, the beautiful setting, relaxing atmosphere, and great service were positives, but I really hope the kitchen works on adding more flavor and seasoning to their pizzas. It's a gorgeous place, and I wanted to love the experience, but unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the setting.

We had the pleasure of trying Calcareous Winery in Paso Robles for the first time, and I have to…read moresay, the views are absolutely stunning! They also have a great, versatile menu. We stopped in for lunch, and everyone in our party ordered the burger -- and it was absolutely amazing! The wines were just as good, making the whole experience even better. Definitely a place we'll be coming back to!

We had an unforgettable wine tasting experience in one of the most beautiful corners of Paso Robles…read morewine country. Everything was exquisite from start to finish, from the beautifully presented flight of exceptional wines to the warm, top-notch service. Our sommelier was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, with a wonderful French touch, and made the experience both informative and fun. The wines were absolutely delicious, and we left with wonderful memories, beautiful photos, and a wine order we can't wait to receive. A truly special experience!

We had a lunch and tasting here with my sisters and aunts to celebrate my mom's 70th birthday!…read moreFood, wine, and setting were top notch - we ended up ordering several bottles to be shipped home. William was our sommelier - he was attentive, fun, kind, and answered every question we had! Absolutely excellent!!! Can't wait to return!

We have been to Law Estates many times now and we're always impressed with the quality of the…read morewines, how special they make us feel, and the beauty of the property. On this visit, Oliver Esperham, personally joined us for our tasting. He explained the Law history, showed us the production facility, and drank wine with us while we talked about our guesses for the blind taste test. Btw, I was the only one who guessed First Tracks (probably because it is my favorite although I'd never had that year before). If you know a member who can go with you, Law Estates is a must when you're in Paso Robles.

Law Estate Winery is a beautiful escape atop the hills of Paso Robles, with gorgeous views and a…read morevery elegant, intimate tasting experience. The setup feels very personal, with individual staff members taking the time to explain each wine and the different varietals and blends. One of the most fun and unique parts of the tasting was a blind tasting they included after we had tried a few of their wines. You're given a list and challenged to identify the wine based on the varietals and characteristics you've just been learning about. It was a fun, interactive way to test your palate and learn more about wine along the way. Law focuses primarily on Rhône-style wines, with Syrah and Grenache playing a strong role throughout their lineup. My husband really enjoyed the wines, while this tasting helped me realize that I personally prefer more Bordeaux-style wines and Cabernet-based reds. The setting is peaceful, elegant, and welcoming, and the staff were friendly and very informative. We also saw a dog enjoying the outdoor area, so it appears to be a nice option for those traveling with a pup. Even though the wine style wasn't necessarily my personal favorite, we really enjoyed the experience. It's a great place to learn more about wine, discover what varietals you enjoy, and experience a beautiful, intimate Paso Robles tasting.

It was an amazing place. The wine was excellent beautiful vineyard great views highly recommend.read more

Between startup life and grad school, I hadn't been able to get away, so I was especially excited…read moreto be back in Paso Robles this weekend at Adelaida. I hadn't visited since the week before everything shut down for COVID, and I'm happy to say it's just as great as I remembered. The vibe is cozy and understated, which is a big part of the charm. It doesn't feel overly commercialized or like they're rushing people in and out; there's a real sense of care behind the experience. The wines are excellent, and the pricing feels very fair, especially since nothing about the experience feels over the top or pretentious. We came on a last-minute trip and weren't able to get a reservation online, but they were kind enough to accommodate us as walk-ins. We spent about an hour there, enjoyed the tasting, and ended up buying a few bottles. We'll definitely be back soon, and I'd love to join the wine club once we start drinking more wine. Highly recommend, just really good quality all around.

We stumbled here trying to go to another winery, and we were so happy we did…read more We walked in and we were afraid they were going to turn us away because we didn't have a reservation, but they didn't. They were super sweet and accommodated us within a few minutes. We got seats outside which was really nice. Brian was helping us with our tasting and was awesome. He knew so much about the wine and loved how passionate he is about what he does. To our surprise, since we don't ever get a tasting like that, he stayed with us the whole tasting. That was really nice since as we were tasting we had more questions about the wine, about the winery, about the owners, and we also fell in love with the wine and winery. Overall, such a cute winery. If you are considering coming, you should go and to be on the safe side make reservations so you don't miss out in tasting their wine. We got a few bottles before we left, and can't wait to drink them at home.

Tasting with Brian. He's the absolute best. He was SO kind and welcoming! After leaving a place…read morethat left us feeling not welcomed. I love the space ! So beautiful. Also all staff we bumped into was a ray of sunshine. I even became a fan of Cabernet! Tastings are $50 but I enjoyed every wine I tasted which is never the case! Wowzers ... what a delight ! I love Paso and want to come back. Absolutely in love with this spot!

We visited again!…read more The food? Incredible! How does this place not have a Michelin star? How? The wine? Excellent! The server - Olivia - was very knowledgable about the wine and food. If you are looking for a wine pairing with food, where the wine works with the food, this is one of the places in Paso Robles you need to visit. Make a reservation - the food is custom prepared. Be willing to go with the flow. You aren't getting hamburgers here - you are getting actual haute cuisine. Cutting edge stuff. If you are willing to give it a try, your mouth will water. The pairings are just so good. The valley view, the cats, the staff are just so friendly and attentive. We joined the wine club a few years ago, and came today and were not disappointed. The lunch entree was a Chili Verde Pork Tamale for example. You are probabaly asking what does that taste like - my answer is that it tasted wonderful.

A friend brought us here on a girls' trip! We made a 4PM reservation on a Saturday for a food and…read morewine pairing ($45, 5 wines accompanying 5 dishes). Le Cuvier is up at the top of the hill with sweeping views of the whole valley. It's a narrow, winding path to get to the top so drive carefully! Once you arrive, its a colorful, quirky, nature-filled, calm retreat. We got to meet both friendly winery cats, Otis and ( swear I thought I'd remember the other one's name!) Cat presence always gets extra points from me. We were seated on the large shaded outdoor patio, and we were the only customers there. It was late in the day and I guess the midday rush had all just vacated at once. Our server was really great at describing the winemaking process, flavor profiles and history of the winery, but the patio was completely silent. We took out a phone to play our own music and she commented that her mother did the same thing when she visits. Dining experiences need music! If they're aware of this, I hope they consider adding some soft music for a more comfortable ambiance. Wines - All of the wines here are natural, which not many wineries can claim in this area, and I tasted some very unique blends like nothing I've tasted before. My favorite was the Syrah, but the rest of the wines weren't really my style. Food - The menu is changed regularly and it's obvious that the chef enjoys putting it together! We didn't get to try the ramen that my friend raved about because of the new menu, but we loved the mini "street taco" tostada and the spam maki. I did think some dishes would have been better served hot, like the orange-glazed chicken thigh. This was such a cool, unique experience and it sounds like you'll never have the same experience twice! Would recommend to anyone.

Apologies in advance for a lame review. I didn't take a single picture, though Tablas Creek…read moreVineyard is picturesque. I didn't even take a picture of the flights of wine we tasted, though they were fantastic. The facilities here are great. You are on a multi-level terrace, at your own table. It's shaded. It's quiet. It's peaceful. It's beautiful. I am not a wine person. I usually opt for cocktails. But, we came here on a warm day in the late spring. Their white (or more accurately "lighter than red") wines are light and taste like summer. Summer in a glass. You can't go wrong with that. Our wine guide was fantastic. She spent a lot of time with us. Brought us some extra glasses. She was so knowledgeable and so personable. And she attained a first: got me to sign up for their wine club! I was putty, all wined-up and feeling happy and fine. Even got a "free" Tablas Creek ball cap. Great place. Go visit.

THE BIG: Located East of Paso and off of Adelaida road. Nice sprawling vineyard with little grape…read morevines growing next to where you are seated. Parking lot available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: This was our first winery of the day and it didn't disappoint. We came into the parking lot but wanted to extend our son's napping so we drove around the area for another twenty minutes. When the hostess checked us in, she was wondering if we were the folks that drove in and then drove out haha. We sat down and had a red and white tasting that each consisted of 5 wines each. All were pretty good and the white wines definitely had more tropical fruit notes associated with them. The reds were as you expected: big and bold. Had some oak to help mellow out the boldness but definitely a great wine to sip on. THE FINAL BAMBOO: For a red and a white tasting, the damage done here was around $50. We enjoyed the views and the hospitality here. Will be back!

Loved this family run winery! Everyone was so nice and informative. You can easily make and change…read morereservations online. Our plans changed and instead of having 3 people for a tasting, we ended up having 5, and they were able to accommodate us no problem. We chose to sit outside where we could view some vineyards across the street. Of the 3 wineries we visited, this is the only one where they brought the wine tastings to us rather than doing the tasting standing at the bar. It made for a more relaxing experience in my opinion, and our group was able to talk and eat the charcuterie board with enough space on the table. The tasting was quite generous, and at the end of the tasting, the owner asked us if we wanted any additional tastes of anything which was a really nice touch. I also really enjoyed hearing the owner's story and which grapes they grow and where they grow on the property.

There's something about visiting Alta Colina that feels less like a tasting and more like coming…read morehome. From the moment you arrive, Bob, Maggie, Melissa (and Jesse!) make you feel like part of the family. It's not just friendly service; it's genuine care and attention that turns every visit into something fun! The wines are thoughtfully made; fresh, expressive, and clearly crafted with intention rather than ego. Bob and Maggie embody that same philosophy: humble, kind, and effortlessly welcoming in a way that's increasingly rare. And Melissa? She elevates the entire experience. Attentive without hovering, knowledgeable without being pretentious...she just gets it. If you're looking for a place that pairs excellent wine with warmth and authenticity, this is it. We love you guys!

If you like wine and LOVE cats, look no further than Whalebone! We dropped in on a rainy afternoon…read moreand were delighted to see all the cats and one dog in the tasting room. We were even lucky enough to have one of the cats tasting with us the entire time. They had a big covered outdoor patio, but we opted to taste at the bar so we could enjoy the cats and not get wet having to go back and forth between inside and out. The tasting menu consisted of 9 wines, 1 white and 8 reds. Since we had another winery or two ahead of us, we opted to share. My boyfriend was skeptical about sharing at first, but he ended up glad we did because the pours were a pretty decent size. They also had a wall of olive oils and balsamics that you could taste. Plus mustards available for purchase, but not tasting. The hospitality was fantastic! It was a rainy day, the tasting room was packed, and there was only one person working, but he managed to take care of all of us with ease. He constantly knew which wines people were on, and still took the time to chat with everyone about the wines and the animals. This wasn't my favorite wine of the trip, but we did leave with a bottle and also got some oils and a mustard!

It was a hot day, but we had plenty of space to stay indoors. We tasted lots of wine and found our…read morefavorites to take home. Much to my surprise, they have olive oil tasting, too! I scored my share of those, too! Bentley was a great host! We were taken care of by the owner's son who was spectacular! We found this winery via recommendation and so glad we did. We loved everything about it.

Eculse Winery is such a wonderful place to spend a Saturday afternoon! The views are absolutely…read moreamazing, the wines are delicious, and the atmosphere is perfect for relaxing and enjoying time with friends. The customer service is truly exceptional. The staff are incredibly friendly, attentive, and go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Add in the live music, beautiful setting, and great wine, and you have the perfect combination for a memorable afternoon. We had an amazing time and can't wait to come back! Highly recommend Eculse Winery!

We discovered Ecluse two summers ago on our first trip to Paso Robles wine country, drawn in by the…read morereasonable tasting fee, the fact that it's family owned and operated, and that it's family friendly. What we didn't expect was to be completely blown away. The facility is on the smaller side without a lot of frills, but honestly that's part of the charm. The staff are warm and genuine, and you can feel their pride in both the winery and the wines they produce. The focus here is on GSM blends and other Rhône varietals, along with Bordeaux blends and varietals -- big, bold, and fruit-forward, but balanced enough to keep things interesting glass after glass. We had such a great experience that we joined the wine club before we left. We don't live locally, but the Ecluse Enthusiast membership is absolutely worth it -- especially with only a 6-bottle annual commitment. It's given us a great reason to make Paso an annual trip, and Ecluse is always one of our must-stop favorites. Since joining, the winery has gone through some exciting changes. They've built out a beautiful terrace overlooking the vineyard, and they were acquired by Thibido Winery. We were a little nervous about what that might mean for the brand we loved, but they've stayed true to keeping both labels separate and distinct -- and we've only benefited from it, since we now get to taste wines from both when we come for our annual pickup. We can't wait to spend more time on that terrace during our next visit. If you're putting together a Paso Robles wine itinerary, Ecluse deserves a spot on it.