We loved this place! Beautiful grounds. The wine is so unique! Very good! We tasted varietals we've never tasted before. Riann took great care of us. Highly recommend. read more

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I've long wanted to visit The Fableist Wine tasting room in Paso. We came in early, midweek, and tasted from the standard tasting menu -- approximately 5 wines. I really didn't care for any of them -- most of them were not the mainstream varietals - they were a bit too funky/ different for my tastes. I love the branding, but felt to make a connection here with the wines. Super cute tasting room full of the unique branding that makes this wine a fun wine. Next time, I'd come back and picnic under the trees and buy a few bottles of their standard wines for $25. I didn't really care for the funkier wines served in the wine tasting room. Perhaps that's me, perhaps you'll enjoy it. read more

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I am a proud member of Fableist. I joined for many reasons-number one is the service, you will always be warmly welcomed and taken care of. Krysti has been one to regularly provide tastings anytime I visit with family or friends. She's such a lovely host and highly recommend her anytime you visit. Also, you CANNOT beat the beautiful scenery of oak trees and vineyards that run as far as your eyes can see. On a cool Day check out the deck area, such a relaxing spot to sip on wine and eat the delicious charcuterie (a tasty and fresh offering). Not only that but the ambiance inside is absolutely stunning. Everyone I have taken to Fableist love the experience and walk out extremely impressed. This is a nugget not to miss out on, just check the photos thank you Fableist for all you do read more

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Stumbled upon this gem whilst in the area and it could not have been a more pleasant experience. We arrived earlier than opening time (Apple Maps told us they were already open, but it was an hour off), and they kindly hurried to serve us early. While I'm not a major wine connoisseur, I found a several bottles that I quite enjoyed. Aesthetically pleasing, lovely views, a vintage train, and friendly service... The Fableist is definitely worth a stop when in the Paso Robles area. Connecting an Aesop's fable to each bottle also massively appealed to myself (writer) and my friend (librarian). read more

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I originally tried this place at Tin City back in 2020. I really enjoyed the wine that when I went back to Paso, I wanted to go to the tasting room/vineyard. The space itself is really cute, and the indoor space is perfect. The wines are great, so much so that one of our friends became a member after tasting their wine. Our server was so nice, educational, and funny. I'd def recommend this spot to anyone heading out to Paso. read more

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The wine here is fabulous and the service is excellent. Every time we come to visit them.

Really disappointed with our experience on 12/6. My dad (who is a member) made a reservation for wine tasting at 3:15. We arrived and the two young ladies working there informed us there was no such reservation made and that they were closing and getting ready to leave (mind you they close at 5). They repeatedly told us we "must have gone to the wrong winery" and refused to look up my dad's membership. We explained we were members and they looked at us as if we were lying. Instead of still offering to do the tasting (since they were supposed to be open for another 2 hours almost) they kept hinting that we were at the wrong place and they were locking up. Extremely poor customer service, especially towards a paying member. I had every intention of becoming a member that day as well, but not anymore. My dad also mentioned he will be canceling his membership after this experience. We were both planning on buying cases, but I guess that was not something they were interested in. As we were walking back to our cars one of the ladies came outside and said "so you did go to the wrong winery?" and we let her know we didn't, but they were essentially pushing us out. She could care less. I guess if they don't feel like serving wine that day they will just send you away. Terrible experience. read more

Had a great time at The Fableist. When I had friends in town, I took them for a tasting. David our tasting room associate was very pleasant and informative and really took his time to answer questions and attend to our needs. The wines a great and very reasonably priced and the location is beautiful. I'm particularly fond of their orange wine and the Tempranillo read more

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Such a wonderful place! I captured a proposal here and the staff was over the top amazing to work with !!! I cannot say enough wonderful things about this place ! Excellent service and excellent wine ! read more

On a recent trip to Paso Robles with a few friends, we stopped by the idyllic Fableist vineyards for an incredible wine tasting. My friend is a member and called ahead to setup our reservation for four and ensure there was availability at the venue. After crossing under the beautiful canopy of trees, we entered one of the brick buildings and were greeted by a lovely server that guided us to our private room. On the fireplace a large red ax was mounted, with that image echoed on a favored bottle of wine on the mantle below. Several bookcases were wedged in the room's corners toting various tomes, and we took our seats at the central wooden table fitted with numerous chairs. A menu and table book of fables offered tremendous tales to pair with our wines, and before we knew it a charcuterie board was placed before our eyes, the first glass of bubbly was poured, and our tasting had commenced. The entire experience from start to finish was superb. We closed our tasting by basking in the glow of the evening sun from a picnic table, gazing at the rows and rows of grapes dotting the picturesque vista, on a balmy summer afternoon in the countryside. read more

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This place is Amazing! We originally tried their wines in the small tasting room in Tin City, love them. We recently found out about the tasting room/Vineyard, the grounds are Beautifully surrounded by Green trees, flowers and of course vineyards. We had a VIP experience, the wines are Fabulous and so is the experience! read more

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Hands down one of (if not my absolute) favorite wineries ever! This sustainable winemaking winery is one of both quality and uniqueness... Charisma and Nerve. I discovered The Fableist Wine in my former, but not forgotten life as a Wine Specialist at a smaller SoCal (Southern California) Wine Shop retail chain known as Mission Wine & Spirits...The Fables as you will really catch your eye right away with detailed artwork of various animals and objects, as well as signature numbered labels. The Fableist Wine has produced some incredible retired vintages and varietals such as the 053 Petite Sirah, known for its wooden buddle imagery and impressive pallet impact... A little powerful if you're not a regular wine partaker, but still beyond impressionable like the many others that followed in their classic style line up including their Tempranillo, Cabernet, Merlot, Malbec, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Blanc de Blanc, Albarino, and Rose (all day!)... Yes, I've had them all!!! And now I've had a few of the reserves courtesy of the full tasting experiences at this amazing winery and event venue in Templeton, California aka Paso Robles parallel. If you're ever lucky enough to be in or visit the Paso Robles area in San Luis Obispo County... You definitely need to add this wonderful place to your list. Full of acres of lush growing vines, the old Santa Fe Railroad tracks, and carts, amazing outdoor scenic seating on the patio deck, front lawn and all-around (great photo ops) as well as easy parking and one of the most stylish and cleanest restroom facilities you'll ever enjoy. Brandon, our wine aficionado, was an amazing tasting host, walking us through each reserve on the list... He was both engaging and charming. Plenty of beats between each pour for a wonderful experience. My top reserve picks are definitely: - Reserve Sparkling Rose 2019 - (pinot noir based beauty) - Reserve Chardonnay 2018 - (super balanced super crowd-pleaser) - R. Old Portero Red Blend 2020 - (All I want for Christmas is you!) But all were quite enjoyable. The tasting is $20 per person and you're welcome to bring whatever snacks and outside beverages you enjoy. You can purchase any of their bottles to offset the tasting fee as well as additional wines you enjoy as well and your tasting credit applies to any wines you do. I ended up going with two classics for me and my sister as her birthday is coming up and this trip was a partial treat to her. We enjoyed so much here and at neighboring areas in this amazing area that I decided to hold off on a reserve for my mini home collection until our next visit or even for the Holidays. Everyone at the Fableist is a true treasure, offering not just a wealth of knowledge, but a lot of warmth and kindness as well which made for a great first visit to where the magic happens. Wine is storytelling in part (but also heart) and nobody makes a story-worthy experience like The Fableist Wine Co. & Co. Cheers! read more

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I enjoyed wine tasting at the Fableist. Cute setting with indoor and outdoor seating and a very comfortable atmosphere! There is nothing like sipping on some wine while looking through a seemingly endless vineyard. So peaceful and relaxing. We didn't have a reservation but we were able to do a walk-in tasting. The lady who greeted us also did our wine tasting and she was very knowledgeable about their wines as well as the fables associated with them. Their wine list is within a cute booklet with the list of their reserves which you'll do during the tasting, followed by some fables and stories. I actually enjoyed some varietals I never thought I would enjoy and ended up purchasing 4 bottles to ship home before leaving the winery. What a fantastic visit! read more

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Love the setup, love the wine, and love the workers! The place had a modern farmhouse vibe with a pop of color with spacious seating outside and inside! We did the wine tasting and it was very rich in flavor! The workers were so chill that they sat and chilled with us so I definitely recommend this place! The service was amazing! 1000/10! read more

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We've visited Themis winery twice this year, in the rain and in the sun. The wine is excellent and each bottle offers a Aesop fable reference adding to the vibe. They offer small charcuterie boxes but can run out. The service has been excellent both times. Once with Ryan and the 2nd time with David. I came for my birthday and once with family who also loved the experience. They offer a place to stay also, I'm a local so I haven't tried that part yet. They have beautiful oak trees, almonds and walnuts that surround the property. Don't forget to walk around back and check out their old trains. Great spot for a picnic. Highly recommend this on your wine tours read more

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What a wonderful winery! The grounds are beautiful, kid-friendly, and special. The wine is mostly estate grown-- and very creative pairings! $25 tasting fee is waived with purchase of 2 bottles of wine. read more

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I had recently tried a bottle of the Cabernet on vacation and had to go to the source the next time we were able to go somewhere. The wines are very balanced and drinkable with food. I thoroughly enjoyed all the wines, but took a golden hued wine called the The Milkmaid and her pail. It had great color and ready to enjoy it with some seafood. read more

Went to Paso for a friends bday with 10 others. We visited 5 wineries and this was our favorite. We had a tasting booked and it was set up under the trees and beautifully set. Danielle and David were absolutely delightful to work With. Lovely Attention to detail and the wine was fab!!! Several bottles were purchased that day . Highly recommend this boutique winery! read more

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I am definitely happy to give this review! A friend and i decided to do one wine tasting and wanted to check out the new Fableist location in Templeton. Turns out ...this hidden gem is beautiful and cozy! I am already a fan of their wines, but this environment made it even more special! There are so many areas to chill at... Open outdoor sitting areas with fountains or inside with different seating areas. There isn't a counter to stand at and wine taste. Which i love! You can relax and either wine taste or just order a bottle! At $20 for any bottle, you can't beat it! I love their Zinfandel, Merlot and Pinot Noir. I signed up for the club of course! I get 20% off! What a steal! Definitely try this place out! read more

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Went to a special event at The Fableist, Fall Harvest, which included their reserve collection and an amazing dinner! Charming grounds and knowledgeable staff. A great winery with beautiful views. read more

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Really good service, the wine is pretty good. It is a drink now wine not one to be stored. read more

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It's Sunday at 10 am. You've checked out of your Airbnb but want to squeeze in one more tasting before you leave town but don't want to wait until the wineries open at 11 am. Enter The Fableist with its 10 am opening! I came here this morning with my toddler and SO. The only other party present sat inside so my toddler dominated the front lawn while Mama and Dada had their wine. Host Christie was just lovely and very accommodating, even bringing small toys to entertain baby. The venue is beautiful with lots of vines and blooming cherry blossom trees. Plenty of outdoor seating all around the tasting room. Yes, it's worth the drive! We'll be back for the spring (estate) menu. read more

This little gem is a great stop to add to a wine weekend. Ryan is by far one the the best for explaining the stories behind the wine! We have been twice now and will definitely be back again read more

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This place was advertised as a "family friendly" winery. My 2-year-old was running, tripped and bumped his head on the concrete and began crying, as a toddler does normally. Dave, the sever for the table next to us was sure to apologize to his table for having the children around. He said it loud enough for us to hear. Very offensive, with no apology, I was sure to call him out - I told him if you don't want children at your winery then don't advertise as family friendly. We will not be coming back. read more

Great wine in a central location at Tin City, right next to Tin City Cider. I was impressed with the reds and we were served by an incredibly friendly server who was knowledgeable about his wines. Great area to relax, sit outside with larger groups and get food from the food truck next door. Highly recommended! read more

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The wine was great! Took home two bottles. The tasting room is adorable and the surrounding vineyard is beautiful. Our server didn't do too much explaining of the wine. No back story or vineyard talk. Made a misogynistic comment twice so I had to correct him but he was persistent to have the last word. Some people have off days and I get that. Just wasn't the experience we were expecting. read more

This is a great place to come and relax. Our host, I think his name was Ryan, really cool guy. I enjoyed his outlook on wine, he took time to share with us, he answered my questions. We had a great time there. Will go back next summer. read more

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We visited on Friday, 3/31 mid afternoon and Ryan was our server. He was a fantastic fun guy, very knowledgeable and the wines were great! Tried wines we've never had before, a def must visit when in the area! read more

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The vineyard was near an old railroad and they had part of an old train. Shaded seating outside. Nice staff, great wines! Loved the theme of having a fable for every wine. read more

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What a cute place and affordable for a tasting. Don't let the box wine scare you off ... it was so good and our friends loved it!

This was truly an incredible find. They were able to accommodate an appointment for a larger group of us. Staff were so chill and kind, and the wine was truly amazing and at great price points. The Touriga was a favorite of many of us. The whole concept is meticulously done and any visit makes for a memorable experience. Don't miss it! read more

Pretty setting with an outdoor tasting option. Mid-week, only one other party was there, but the server was relatively disengaged. There is an old, rundown rail car on the property, and I saw 3 very fat (though feral) cats). Wines are decent and inexpensive, but last year, when the tasting room was in Tin City, they were oddly better. The Reserve Zinfandel was very nice, as were both the classic and reserve Tempranillos. read more

What a great find! All wines are $20 (cab is the exception) per bottle and let me say, I was pleasantly surprised with how wonderful these wines are! The winery is located in Paso's "Tin City" and offers a fun experience. I frequently taste in Paso and Napa and found this place to be in my top 10. My favorite was the Merlot. read more

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Incredibly nice environment, not crowded, very knowledgeable and friendly team! They accommodated us quite a bit, the environment was really relaxing. We left wit buying couple of bottles for home! No food or appetizers though! Be ready when you visit! read more

I'm so insanely in love this with place, I can't even begin to explain. I came here for my 20th anniversary with my husband because I had stumbled across a bottle of their Pinot Noir the year before and it became my Holy Grail wine. It's a bit hard to find in Orange County so when we came up to Paso we had to go. We instantly signed up for the membership after the tasting. The setting is super cute and relaxing and I haven't had a wine there that I didn't like. read more

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This was our absolute favorite winery in Paso Robles! Really delicious wines and gorgeous setting. Great service and we loved the story behind each wine. We did a tasting and then enjoyed the picnic lunch we brought with a glass of wine overlooking the beautiful vineyards. Truly a special place with fantastic wines. read more

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The Fableist saved our wedding and made our dreams come true. This place is truly spectacular, and we feel eternally blessed to have been so lucky to find it. We were panicked because our original wedding venue (Vinyl Vineyards - don't trust them!) canceled on us at the last minute - six weeks before our wedding. We were stressed and worried beyond imagination. It was a nightmare we wouldn't wish on our worst enemy. We felt betrayed and lost. Thankfully Fableist was able to host our wedding! The minute we contacted them, they were on board to host our wedding on short notice and even hooked us up with a great place to host our Welcome Party (Field Recordings - they are also fabulous). Melissa turned our nightmare into a dream, reassuring us every step of the way that Fableist would have our back. The Fableist is a GORGEOUS venue. The views cannot be matched. THE SUNSET WILL BLOW YOU AWAY. The tasting rooms are impeccably designed and straight out of Architectural Digest. There's even a classic train for the kids to play on! The guesthouse was indespensible for preparing during the wedding and as a hideaway amidst the hectic festivities. And the WINE!!!! They have the best wine we have ever tasted - seriously. Every single one of our guests was in love with The Fableist and couldn't stop talking about how beautiful it is. Everyone at The Fableist handled all of our last-minute issues instantly and professionally. Melissa is a master at problem-solving and multi-tasking. She was always super friendly and very communicative. In the end, we are happy our first venue bailed on us because The Fableist made our wedding even more magical than we could have ever imagined. If you can get married here, DO IT. You will not be disappointed. We can't wait to come back every year to celebrate our anniversary. THANK YOU MELISSA AND EVERYONE IN THE FABLEIST FAMILY. read more

Fantastic wines, beautiful location, and welcoming staff! We were intrigued by Fabelist's quirky tasting room decor on Yelp so we made a tasting reservation for our recent visit to Paso Our host, I believe her name was Lori, was knowledgeable and friendly, and gave us brief retellings of the Aesop fables that inspired each wine. We were able to walk around the grounds and there are so many lovely spots to enjoy your wine and take in the scenery. We ended up taking 2 bottles home and are already planning our next visit! read more

Finally tracked down the Fableist! Lovely winery. Ryan was our server. He was knowledgeable and helpful to us selecting our wine choices.

We had a welcome reception for my daughter and new son a few days before their June 2022 wedding. Since the first moment I spoke with Melissa Lauffer, Dir of Hospitality, I knew this would be the place. She was actually excited we were considering the venue and offered a location under a huge Oak tree with views of the vineyard and only required a relatively small minimum wine purchase. She was so patient in working with us as the FOB (me) wanted to pin down every detail before we arrived. I needn't have been at all concerned. When we arrived, two men were dedicated to our affair serving wine. We brought sandwiches, etc and they had set up tables and Adirondack chairs for everyone. They were so informative and helpful to all the guests. This was the perfect kick off for our everyone as they arrived for the weekend wedding. And the wine was loved by everyone. We were happy to see many purchases. After all, it is a winery! And if you're not having a reception, my wife and I have loved in the past just sitting in the Adirondack's, looking at the train and vineyard, listening to the stories of each bottle and enjoying the wines. read more