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When “East meets West”

Over the years, the battle of East vs. West has raged on in many platforms, and as many of you know, this can be a hot topic for discussion relating to the Paso Robles AVA. Even people who have never been to Paso will ask me, “are your vineyards on the East side or the West side?” Or my favorite, “I only like wines from the West side” or vice versa. It’s almost like the French Oak vs. American Oak discussion. Does the average drinker really know the difference or for that matter the enthusiast?

As one of the older wineries in Paso, we have dealt with grapes from all over the county, and from that experience have learned a lot. Our vineyards are scattered all over the East and West sides, giving us a wide array of microclimates to potentiate. Contrary to what many think, it isn’t a black and white discussion when comparing the East and West side. For example, many people think Pinot Noir has no business being grown anywhere but the West Side and for the most part we would agree, but our Blind Faith Pinot, located on the East side has been an award winning wine year after year. When I pour the Blind Faith Pinot, people are often very surprised to learn the wine comes from the East side, because it is a deliciously delicate Pinot Noir with great fruit. Perhaps it’s a fluke but we’ll take it!

Since this discussion has heated up over the years we have decided to have some fun with it by releasing a new wine dubbed “East meets West.” This wine is a blend of Syrah from the East and West sides, showing that the two can get along and even come together in a blissful harmony. This is a big wine in all the right places and is sure to spark a discussion among enthusiasts and hobbyists alike!

You will find East meets West at our Tasting Room in the near future and be sure to spark up a discussion as you let this wonderful wine dance around your taste buds.

Till Next Time,

Cheers,

Luke

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