Cropped shot of a group of cheerful young friends taking a self portrait together with a cellphone during christmas time
The more the merrier! This time of year, we’re all gathering around the table for a little extra togetherness.
If you ask us, Paso Robles Wine Country is the perfect place to rejoice and savor shared moments. Located midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and easily accessible by train, plane or car, everyone can get excited about exploring Paso’s unique tasting rooms this holiday season. Mingle, laugh and reconnect over delicious food and wine, educational experiences and seasonal events. Whether you’re planning a group tasting for your family, friends or coworkers, Paso Robles Wine Country is all about bringing everyone closer to what matters most.
Great for wine aficionados: Michael Gill Cellars
The more you know: Does your group love to learn or just want to expand their knowledge of Paso Robles wine and viticulture? Invite your most serious wine tasting pals on an educational adventure set in a European hunting lodge atmosphere. Serving up iconic estate-grown Syrah offerings, you and your group will learn to discern the difference between particular vineyards, soil types and vintages. In fact, winemaker Michael Gill is often known to pour through his award-winning wines personally! What better way to learn the intricacies of Paso wine than from the winemaker himself? Gold stars all around.
Kick up your boots and stay a while! There’s no doubt about it: Oso Libre is a uniquely “Paso” place to taste. Both a working cattle ranch and a luxurious place to sip boutique wines, you’ll experience the region’s chill cowboy-meets-wine country atmosphere. When your gang is ready to hang the Paso way, drop by Oso Libre for a seated tasting and cheese and charcuterie board paired with stunning vineyard views. Want to delve deeper into these luxuriously local wines? Book a reserve tasting experience for your group and spend the hour talking terroir, taste and the grand vision behind each bottle. Welcome to Paso! This is what it’s all about.
Make the most of the moment: When you have something exciting to celebrate, head for a truly special place worth cheersing to. Located in Templeton (just a few miles south of Paso), Bovino Vineyards is surrounded by stunning panoramas of rolling hills, making for a spectacular backdrop for all kinds of intimate gatherings. Celebrate in style when you book the group tasting perfect for you: the Bovino deck reservation provides a stellar view of the winery’s 45-acres vineyard; a cheese and wine pairing reservation offers up the perfect nosh while you sip; and a reservation for the outdoor foyer provides plenty of shaded space to lounge without compromising on the view. Reunions with old friends, relaxed family get-togethers and small work parties are always a little more special with the addition of Bovino’s famous burger, prepared by Chef Sean (or, perhaps, an app, daily special or vegetarian option). Serving up luscious Bordeaux and Rhone reds (including a very refreshing rosé), you’ll elevate the occasion, one pour at time.
Book your group tasting (For large party reservations, call ahead for more details: 805-238-2007)
Once upon a wine: Looking for a storybook Paso tasting experience to share with your favorite main characters? Still Waters Vineyards is a fantasy hideaway like no other. Enjoy an enchanting picnic surrounded by acres of lush gardens for the ultimate private, outdoor wine tasting adventure. The best part? Knowledgeable attendants will frolic over to your picnic table with the aim of guiding you through each wine. And with over 22 different offerings to pick from, you’re sure to find something everyone can agree on. How about that for “happily ever after?”
