• Ep 138 Small Lot, Big Soul: Paso’s Newest, Best-Kept Secrets – Featuring Red Door Ranch | Royal Nonesuch Farm | Lopai
    Jul 11 2025
    🍇 Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights 🍷 Episode Title: Small Lot, Big Soul: Paso’s Newest, Best-Kept Secrets In this episode, we shine a spotlight on three Paso winemakers and vineyard owners who are putting everything into the bottle — and nothing into the hype. These are the small-lot producers who quietly shape what makes Paso Robles such a powerful, soulful, and personal wine region. You’ll meet: Eric Morley of Red Door Ranch Vineyards — alongside his wife Holly, Eric is building a boutique estate in the Templeton Gap focused on organic farming and site-driven wines with purpose. • Anthony Yount of Royal Nonesuch Farm and Kinero Cellars — Anthony and his wife Hillary farm their York Mountain estate by hand, crafting Rhône-style blends and crisp whites with depth and soul. • Paul “P‑Lo” Lopez of Lopai Cellars — a sixth-generation Paso farmer who makes powerful estate wines from Willow Creek fruit with his son Brian. They’re not chasing trends. They’re making wine on their own terms — with heart, hustle, and heritage. This is small-lot winemaking with big soul. This is Paso at its most personal. 📰 PASO WINE WIRE HIGHLIGHTS Paso Robles Named Among World's Smartest Wine Regions Tech, climate, and culture converge in this feature from The Buyer that puts Paso on a global innovation map. → Read the story J. Lohr Launches “Share The Lohr” Podcast A new behind-the-scenes podcast from one of Paso’s most iconic wine families. → Read the story Templeton Feed & Grain Silos Lost to Fireworks Fire An accidental blaze takes down a piece of the Templeton skyline — and part of its history. → Read the story 🌴 TRAVEL PASO SPOTLIGHT This episode's Travel Paso Spotlight features Becky Gray, Executive Director of Must! Charities. Becky joins us to talk about long-term community investment and how Must! helps Paso grow with purpose — one story, one family, and one partnership at a time. 🎯 Plan your next Paso Robles getaway at TravelPaso.com 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES Guests & Wineries • Red Door Ranch Vineyards • Royal Nonesuch Farm • Kinero Cellars • Lopai Cellars Featured Organization • Must! Charities More from Travel Paso • TravelPaso.com 🎧 Subscribe & Follow If you love Where Wine Takes You, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your favorite wine lover. Where Wine Takes You is Executive Produced by Joel Peterson and Paso Wine Associate Producer: Krista Smith Recorded, edited, produced, and hosted by Adam Montiel Download the free Paso Wine App as your guide to all things wine country. For the latest in Paso Robles Wine Country, check out PasoWine.com and follow @PasoWine. Follow Adam on Instagram → @AdamOnTheAir Listen to Adam’s other shows: Up + Adam (daily podcast) and The Pour (wine, spirits, brews, lifestyle) Learn more, reach out, or connect at AdamMontiel.com 🎵 Original music by Moonshiner Collective If you love Where Wine Takes You, subscribe, leave a review, and share it! Thank you. ©2025 Where Wine Takes You, All Rights Reserved.
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Ep 137: Paso Beyond the Bottle – Curated Experiences Uncorked
    Jul 5 2025
    🍇 Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights 🍷 Today: We’re all about Paso’s experiential side, from curated events to ziplines and escape rooms, featuring Shelbi & Molly (Destination Paso), Meghan Ball (Somm’s Kitchen / VinLumia), Barry White (Ancient Peaks, Margarita Adventures), and later, Monica Villicana guiding us through the Paso Robles Distillery Trail Weekend Aug 8-10! 📰 PASO WINE WIRE HIGHLIGHTS • Il Cortile Ristorante earns its 11th consecutive Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Sister-spot Parchetto wins its first. Four Paso favorites land on the 2025 list including Les Petites Canailles and The Pony Club at Hotel Cheval → Read about it HERE Vina Robles opens The Eatery in its new Ramada Drive tasting room, led by Chef Nicola Allegretta (Mama’s Meatball, Mistura) → Vina Robles Paso Wine Country Alliance honors 2025 industry standouts Aron Nevarez – Grape Grower of the Year Molly Bohlman (Niner Wine Estates) – Winemaker of the Year Christopher Taranto – Wine Industry Person of the Year Libbie Agran – Lifetime Achievement Award → Paso Robles Daily News 🌴 TRAVEL PASO SPOTLIGHT Featuring Monica Villicana of Re:Find Distillery and the Paso Robles Distillery Trail, including the Copper Card and the Distillery Trail Weekend this August. Plan your next Paso getaway at TravelPaso.com 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES Destination Paso Somm’s Kitchen VinLumia Ancient Peaks Margarita Adventures Paso Robles Distillery Trail Re:Find Distillery For planning your next adventure in Paso Robles, check out TravelPaso.com. If you love Where Wine Takes You, subscribe, leave a review, and share it! Thank you. Where Wine Takes You (WWTY) is Executive Produced by Joel Peterson and Paso Wine. Associate Producer: Krista Smith WWTY is recorded, edited, produced, and hosted by Adam Montiel. Follow Adam on Instagram @AdamOnTheAir and check out his daily podcast Up + Adam as well as The Pour. To connect with Adam, ask a question, or learn more about reaching our audience, visit AdamMontiel.com or PasoWine.com. For the latest in Paso Robles Wine Country, check out PasoWine.com and follow @PasoWine. Download the free Paso Wine App as your guide to all things wine country. 🎵 Original music on WWTY, “Good Company,” performed by Moonshiner Collective. ©2025 Where Wine Takes You, All Rights Reserved.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Ep 136: Arbor Road Reboot: New Names, New Energy – Featuring Zobèto Wines | Truss Wines
    Jun 27 2025
    🍇 Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights 🍷 Today, we head out to the westside of Paso, to a stretch of Arbor Road that’s waking up in a whole new way. It’s a story about building something from scratch, betting on family, and crafting wines that are deeply personal. This episode features two Paso newcomers turning heads for all the right reasons. Cliff Cate of Zobèto Wines left his old life behind to create soulful Rhône-style blends on Paso’s westside, learning the ropes hands-on with some of the region’s most respected winemakers. Kyle Jury of Truss Wines brings an architect’s eye to his minimalist, design-forward wines, building his brand with intention, family, and structure at the core. Both are doing it their way on Arbor Road, and both are names to watch. 📰 Paso Wine Wire Highlights • Community Wine Awards – 2025 Winners Announced Master Marketer: Justin Rapolas (Aaron Wines) Unsung Hero: Ryan Kemp (Adelaida Cellars) Good Neighbors: Lars & Kristina (Toast Tours) Le Vigne Winery wins big — TWICE in a week! Central Coast Wine Comp + New York Int’l Wine Comp Double Golds, 96-pt Cab, and Paso pride ONX “Mad Crush” & Pear Valley Albariño sweep the OC Wine Comp Best in Show (ONX) + Best White (Pear Valley) Travel Paso Spotlight: Freda Berman from the City of Paso shares details on Paso’s legendary Fourth of July celebration - where to park, what to bring, and why it’s a can’t-miss. For planning your next adventure in Paso Robles, check out TravelPaso.com. If you love Where Wine Takes You, subscribe, leave a review, and share it! Thank you. 🔗 LINKS + RESOURCES: • Zobèto Wines • Truss Wines • Travel Paso – Plan Your Trip • Paso Wine – Latest Happenings • Le Vigne Winery • ONX + Pear Valley in New Times SLO • MoonshinerCollective.com Where Wine Takes You (WWTY) is Executive Produced by Joel Peterson and Paso Wine. Associate Producer: Krista Smith WWTY is recorded, edited, produced, and hosted by Adam Montiel. Follow Adam on Instagram @AdamOnTheAir and check out his daily podcast Up + Adam as well as The Pour. To connect with Adam, ask a question, or learn more about reaching our audience, visit AdamMontiel.com or PasoWine.com. For the latest in Paso Robles Wine Country, check out PasoWine.com and follow @PasoWine. Download the free Paso Wine App as your guide to all things wine country. 🎵 Original music on WWTY, “Good Company,” performed by Moonshiner Collective. ©2025 Where Wine Takes You, All Rights Reserved.
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Ep 135: A First for Any U.S Winery and a Celebration of CDP – Featuring Tablas Creek
    Jun 20 2025
    🍇 Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights 🍷 Today, we uncork a milestone decades in the making. Paso’s own Tablas Creek Vineyard just became the first winery in the U.S. to bottle all 14 traditional Châteauneuf-du-Pape grape varieties as single-varietal wines. And we’ve got the full dream team in the room: • Jason Haas, Partner & General Manager • Neil Collins, Director of Winemaking • Chelsea Franchi, Senior Assistant Winemaker They share how this decades-long vision came together, what each grape reveals on its own, and how their work continues to shape the Rhône movement in California. ALSO IN THIS EPISODE: • Paso Wine Wire: JUSTIN Vineyards Awards $350K to Local Nonprofits & Classrooms Paso Wine Industry Generates $2.8 Billion in Economic Impact Tablas Creek Completes All 14 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Varietals • Travel Paso Spotlight: Angela McGee of the Best Western Plus Black Oak shares the family’s history and hospitality legacy 🔗 LINKS + RESOURCES: • Tablas Creek Vineyard • Decanter Coverage on Tablas' 14-Grape Milestone • JUSTIN Community Grants Program • Travel Paso – Plan Your Trip • Best Western Plus Black Oak • The Pour – White Wine Invitational Episode 📰 Paso Wine Wire Highlights • RIDGE Vineyards Opens New Tasting Room in Paso Robles One of California’s most iconic producers has officially landed in Paso. RIDGE opens its brand-new tasting room on Ramada Drive, deepening its historic ties to the region and giving Zin lovers a fresh reason to visit. • Tablas Creek Completes Full Châteauneuf-du-Pape Lineup A first for any U.S. winery—Tablas Creek has now bottled all 14 traditional Châteauneuf-du-Pape varietals. A decades-long project paying off with limited releases, Rhône passion, and Paso pride. • White Wine Invitational – Tickets via ExploreTock It’s back! The 2nd Annual White Wine Invitational returns to Rava Wines on June 20. Expect crisp whites, summertime bubbles, and community vibes—all to support Must! Charities. ******** For planning your next adventure in Paso Robles, check out TravelPaso.com. Tickets on sale for Paso Wine Fest (May 15–18, 2025). Head to pasowine.com for details and tickets. Use Promo Code ADAM and save $20 per ticket! If you love Where Wine Takes You, subscribe, please leave a review, and share it! Thank you! ******** Where Wine Takes You (WWTY) is Executive Produced by Joel Peterson and Paso Wine. Associate Producer: Krista Smith WWTY is recorded, edited, produced, and hosted by Adam Montiel. Follow Adam on Instagram @AdamOnTheAir and check out his daily podcast Up + Adam as well as The Pour with Adam Montiel. To connect with Adam, ask a question, or learn more how you or your business can reach our audience on WWTY visit AdamMontiel.com or PasoWine.com For the latest in Paso Robles Wine Country, check out PasoWine.com and follow on Instagram @PasoWine. Download the free Paso Wine App as your guide to all things wine country. Original music on WWTY, “Good Company,” performed by Moonshiner Collective. ©2025 Where Wine Takes You, All Rights Reserved.
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    54 mins
  • Ep 134: Zins of the Father, Now Told in Her Voice – Featuring Christina Turley of Turley Wine Cellars
    Jun 13 2025
    🍇 Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights 🍷 In this episode of Where Wine Takes You, Adam sits down with Christina Turley, the eldest daughter of legendary winemaker Larry Turley, and a powerhouse in her own right. From summers spent working alongside her father to building a serious wine résumé in New York City, Christina’s path has been anything but linear—and that’s exactly what makes her story so compelling. We explore how she’s shaping the next chapter at Turley Wine Cellars, blending heritage with her own sharp perspective. From becoming a Certified Sommelier to leading the voice of one of California’s most iconic Zinfandel producers, Christina shares what it means to carry a legacy—and still make it her own. This is a conversation about voice, values, and vineyards… and yes, we get into why Paso Robles plays a vital role in Turley’s story. Plus, in our Travel Paso Spotlight, Adam chats with John Arnold, GM of the Holiday Inn Express Paso Robles and local community leader, about the return of Paso’s official 4th of July celebration and how the lodging scene is evolving with the town’s growth. 🔗 Links from the Show Christina Turley & Turley Wine Cellars Website: turleywinecellars.com Instagram: @turleywine John Arnold – Travel Paso Spotlight Holiday Inn Express Paso Robles: hotel website 📰 Paso Wine Wire Highlights • RIDGE Vineyards Opens New Tasting Room in Paso Robles One of California’s most iconic producers has officially landed in Paso. RIDGE opens its brand-new tasting room on Ramada Drive, deepening its historic ties to the region and giving Zin lovers a fresh reason to visit. • Tablas Creek Completes Full Châteauneuf-du-Pape Lineup A first for any U.S. winery—Tablas Creek has now bottled all 14 traditional Châteauneuf-du-Pape varietals. A decades-long project paying off with limited releases, Rhône passion, and Paso pride. • White Wine Invitational – Tickets via ExploreTock It’s back! The 2nd Annual White Wine Invitational returns to Rava Wines on June 20. Expect crisp whites, summertime bubbles, and community vibes—all to support Must! Charities. ******** For planning your next adventure in Paso Robles, check out TravelPaso.com. Tickets on sale for Paso Wine Fest (May 15–18, 2025). Head to pasowine.com for details and tickets. Use Promo Code ADAM and save $20 per ticket! If you love Where Wine Takes You, subscribe, please leave a review, and share it! Thank you! ******** Where Wine Takes You (WWTY) is Executive Produced by Joel Peterson and Paso Wine. Associate Producer: Krista Smith WWTY is recorded, edited, produced, and hosted by Adam Montiel. Follow Adam on Instagram @AdamOnTheAir and check out his daily podcast Up + Adam as well as The Pour with Adam Montiel. To connect with Adam, ask a question, or learn more how you or your business can reach our audience on WWTY visit AdamMontiel.com or PasoWine.com For the latest in Paso Robles Wine Country, check out PasoWine.com and follow on Instagram @PasoWine. Download the free Paso Wine App as your guide to all things wine country. Original music on WWTY, “Good Company,” performed by Moonshiner Collective. ©2025 Where Wine Takes You, All Rights Reserved.
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    59 mins
  • Ep 133: Why Tourism Matters – Where Hospitality Meets Heritage – Featuring Travel Paso
    Jun 6 2025
    🍇 Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights 🍷 In this special episode of Where Wine Takes You, host Adam Montiel takes you behind the scenes of Paso Robles' vibrant tourism industry. Recorded during National Travel and Tourism Week and California Tourism Month, this episode shines a spotlight on the individuals and businesses that make Paso Robles a premier destination. You'll hear from: Richard Verruni, General Manager of Allegretto Vineyard Resort, who shares insights into creating exceptional lodging experiences. Carole MacDonal, proprietor of Il Cortile Ristorante and Parchetto, discussing the art of fine dining in Paso Robles. Dr. Chris Thornberg, a leading economist from Beacon Economics, providing a data-driven perspective on the economic impact of tourism in the region. Jo Armstrong, recognized for her work at Hope Family Wines and her role in delivering top-tier wine experiences. Pati Coelho, co-founder of Criú Hospitality, spotlighting excellence in Paso’s hospitality sector. Stacie Jacob, President & CEO of Travel Paso, offering a heartfelt message about the people who make Paso Robles special. This episode is a celebration of the passion, dedication, and community spirit that drive Paso Robles' tourism industry. 🔗 Links & Resources Allegretto Vineyard Resort: Website | Instagram Il Cortile Ristorante: Website | Instagram Parchetto: Website | Instagram Jo Armstrong – Hope Family Wines: Website | Instagram Pati Coelho – Criú Hospitality: Website | Instagram Travel Paso: Website | Instagram ******** For planning your next adventure in Paso Robles, check out TravelPaso.com. Tickets on sale for Paso Wine Fest (May 15–18, 2025). Head to pasowine.com for details and tickets. Use Promo Code ADAM and save $20 per ticket! If you love Where Wine Takes You, subscribe, please leave a review, and share it! Thank you! ******** Where Wine Takes You (WWTY) is Executive Produced by Joel Peterson and Paso Wine. Associate Producer: Krista Smith WWTY is recorded, edited, produced, and hosted by Adam Montiel. Follow Adam on Instagram @AdamOnTheAir and check out his daily podcast Up + Adam as well as The Pour with Adam Montiel. To connect with Adam, ask a question, or learn more how you or your business can reach our audience on WWTY visit AdamMontiel.com or PasoWine.com For the latest in Paso Robles Wine Country, check out PasoWine.com and follow on Instagram @PasoWine. Download the free Paso Wine App as your guide to all things wine country. Original music on WWTY, “Good Company,” performed by Moonshiner Collective. ©2025 Where Wine Takes You, All Rights Reserved.
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Ep 132: Live from Paso Wine Fest 2025
    May 24 2025
    🍇 Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights 🍷 There’s Paso… and then there’s Paso during Wine Fest weekend. This episode captures it all — the energy, the people, and the pulse of a region at its most electric. Recorded from the Ponderosa at the Paso Robles Event Center — nestled between In Bloom and Il Cortile — Adam sat down with a lineup of Paso’s most vibrant voices. In three stacked segments, we dive into what makes this festival weekend so special, and why Paso continues to punch above its weight in wine, food, and soul. Segment 1 brings us Nicole Haisma of In Bloom and Nix Cellars, Anthony Yount of Royal Nonesuch Farm, and a surprise drop-in from Madeline Puckette of Wine Folly, fresh off leading her Paso 101 seminar. Segment 2 turns up the heat with Riley Roddick of Hubba Wines, Maggie Tillman of Alta Colina, and Maggie Cameron — the firestarter behind both The Hatch and Della’s. Segment 3 brings the closer with Cris Cherry of Villa Creek / MAHA Estate, Mary Ann Erdos of Cork & Cruise, Kit Kuyper of Hawks Hill Ranch, and Don Burns of Turtle Rock Vineyards — as they talk about their upcoming wine cruise to Portugal and Bordeaux (with two cabins left!). 🛵 Travel Paso Spotlight We also meet Jaydy Gonzales, co-owner of Third Wheel Tours, offering one-of-a-kind motorcycle sidecar wine tours through the backroads of Paso — easily one of the coolest ways to sip, cruise, and experience wine country. 🎟️ Looking to explore Paso Wine Country? Plan your trip, book your stay, and start your story at TravelPaso.com 🔗 Featured Guests + Links Nicole Haisma – In Bloom / Nix Cellars Anthony Yount – Royal Nonesuch Farm Madeline Puckette – Wine Folly Riley Roddick – Hubba Wines Maggie Tillman – Alta Colina Maggie Cameron – The Hatch / Della’s Cris Cherry – Villa Creek / MAHA Estate Mary Ann Erdos – Cork & Cruise Kit Kuyper – Hawks Hill Ranch Don Burns – Turtle Rock Vineyards Travel Paso Third Wheel Tours // @thirdwheeltours ******** For planning your next adventure in Paso Robles, check out TravelPaso.com. Tickets on sale for Paso Wine Fest (May 15–18, 2025). Head to pasowine.com for details and tickets. Use Promo Code ADAM and save $20 per ticket! If you love Where Wine Takes You, subscribe, please leave a review, and share it! Thank you! ******** Where Wine Takes You (WWTY) is Executive Produced by Joel Peterson and Paso Wine. Associate Producer: Krista Smith WWTY is recorded, edited, produced, and hosted by Adam Montiel. Follow Adam on Instagram @AdamOnTheAir and check out his daily podcast Up + Adam as well as The Pour with Adam Montiel. To connect with Adam, ask a question, or learn more how you or your business can reach our audience on WWTY visit AdamMontiel.com or PasoWine.com For the latest in Paso Robles Wine Country, check out PasoWine.com and follow on Instagram @PasoWine. Download the free Paso Wine App as your guide to all things wine country. Original music on WWTY, “Good Company,” performed by Moonshiner Collective. ©2025 Where Wine Takes You, All Rights Reserved.
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Ep 131: Downtown & Dialed In – Featuring Bushong Vintage Co. & Sea Shell Cellars
    May 9 2025
    🍇 Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights 🍷 This week, we’re diving into the creative current flowing through Downtown Paso’s tasting rooms — and the two distinct winemakers who are helping define the vibe. Joining Adam Montiel in the studio: Jason Bushong, owner & winemaker at Bushong Vintage Company Lauren Lange, winemaker at Sea Shell Cellars We talk tasting room culture, downtown energy, and how wine can be as much about expression as it is terroir. Expect neon. Vinyl. Maybe some beach sand. And plenty of Paso magic. 🌐 Paso Wine Wire A quick look at what’s buzzing in Paso: • Hope Family Wines Adds Beekeeping to the Farm Regenerative farming takes flight — literally — as Hope Family Wines integrates bees into their vineyard ecosystem. → Read more • Paso Wines Support Cystic Fibrosis Gala Paso producers made a powerful showing at the California Winemasters event, raising millions to fight CF. → Read more • Ridge is Coming to Paso It hasn’t hit the press yet, but the word is out — Ridge Vineyards is setting up shop in Paso. After decades sourcing fruit (like Benito Dusi), the iconic California label is finally calling Paso home. 🌴 Travel Paso Spotlight This week, we check in with Victor Popp, the hospitality powerhouse behind the newly renovated La Quinta Inn in Paso Robles. With a $3M makeover, award-winning service, and the busiest wine weekend of the year on deck — Victor breaks down why Paso’s accommodations game is as strong as its wine list. → Plan your trip now at TravelPaso.com Also Mentioned: 🍷 Visit Sea Shell Cellars 🎸 Visit Bushong Vintage Co. 🎟️ Wine Fest tickets + lineup → PasoWine.com 🎁 Win passes to Wine Fest → AdamMontiel.com 📢 Housekeeping: • Want to WIN tickets to Wine Fest? Enter at AdamMontiel.com. • Shoutout Feedspot for naming Where Wine Takes You a Top 3 Wine Podcast! • Thanks to Million Podcasts for putting us at #11 on their Wine Podcast list worldwide. 🎟 Paso Wine Fest is coming! Get your tickets at PasoWine.com and don’t miss the Paso 101 Wine Seminar with Madeline Puckette of Wine Folly—a can’t-miss masterclass to earn your Paso Wine Certificate during Wine Fest weekend. ******** For planning your next adventure in Paso Robles, check out TravelPaso.com. Tickets on sale for Paso Wine Fest (May 15–18, 2025). Head to pasowine.com for details and tickets. Use Promo Code ADAM and save $20 per ticket! If you love Where Wine Takes You, subscribe, please leave a review, and share it! Thank you! ******** Where Wine Takes You (WWTY) is Executive Produced by Joel Peterson and Paso Wine. Associate Producer: Krista Smith WWTY is recorded, edited, produced, and hosted by Adam Montiel. Follow Adam on Instagram @AdamOnTheAir and check out his daily podcast Up + Adam as well as The Pour with Adam Montiel. To connect with Adam, ask a question, or learn more how you or your business can reach our audience on WWTY visit AdamMontiel.com or PasoWine.com For the latest in Paso Robles Wine Country, check out PasoWine.com and follow on Instagram @PasoWine. Download the free Paso Wine App as your guide to all things wine country. Original music on WWTY, “Good Company,” performed by Moonshiner Collective. ©2025 Where Wine Takes You, All Rights Reserved.
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    1 hr and 11 mins