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Vogue: "This Picturesque California Wine Region Should Be Next on Your Travel List"

In a lovely and thorough new guide to Paso Robles for Vogue, author Nicole Kliest offers fresh suggestions for where to eat, drink, stay, and shop... as well as some non-wine activities you shouldn't miss. She includes Tablas Creek in her recommendations:

Tablas Creek was founded in 1989 and is considered both a pioneer of California’s Rhone movement, and something of a legend within Paso Robles. The 135-acre estate was the first Regenerative Organic Certified vineyard in the world, and is both organic and biodynamic certified. Reserve a seated flight tasting on their terraced patio or book the legacy experience to try current and library releases plus a limited-edition pour that changes with each season.

Owen Bargreen: "Tablas Creek 'Esprit Blanc' Vertical Tasting"

In a new article, Owen Bargreen shares his notes from a vertical tasting of our Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc and Esprit de Tablas Blanc that spanned from our first-ever 2001 to the not-yet-released 2023. From his introduction:

I had a chance to taste an epic range of ‘Esprit Blanc’ wines with CEO Jason Haas. We had some really impressive bottlings including one from their first vintage. The 2001 ‘Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc’ White Wine (OB, 95) is still going strong and has at least five to seven years left. Marvelously complex and round, this is a tremendous effort. I love the new edition of this wine, the otherworldly 2023 Tablas Creek ‘Esprit Blanc’ White Wine (OB, 97) which is without a doubt one of the great white wines that you will taste on the West Coast.

Robb Report: Everything You Need to Know About the Paso Robles Wine Region

We were delighted to see our Esprit de Tablas Blanc highlighted in Robb Report's coverage of the Paso Robles Wine Region.

white wine lovers will delight in Tablas Creek Vineyard Esprit de Tablas Blanc, made with six white varieties sourced via cuttings from the Château du Beaucastel estate in the southern Rhône Valley.

The Press Democrat: The most interesting grape you've never heard of could be an ideal match for climate change

We were excited to be highlighted in Columnist Sarah Doyle's deep dive on a variety we introduced to America through our grapevine nursery program: Picpoul Blanc. The article discusses the grape's history in the US and how winemakers from Paso to Sonoma, Lodi, and more are embracing the variety in their winemaking programs. From the article:

“Picpoul Blanc has great growing potential in California,” said Haas. “It’s both heat and drought tolerate and great at preserving acidity..."

Vaccarèse: The Rare Rhône Rebel with Jason Haas

We’re excited to share that our own Jason Haas joined Exploring the Wine Glass for the latest episode of Winephabet Street, where the focus was on the rare and captivating Rhône variety, Vaccarèse.

In the episode, Jason takes listeners on a journey through the history, characteristics, and blending potential of Vaccarèse, shedding light on why this grape has become such a hidden gem for wine lovers.

If you’re curious about what makes Vaccarèse special, how it fits into the broader Rhône family, or just want to nerd out on all things wine, you can listen to the episode now.

$5 February with Must! Charities benefiting the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center

We are supporting the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center by donating $5 of every Esprit de Tablas and Esprit de Tablas Blanc bottle sold in February to its technology upgrades and building improvements. The funds will also be invested in staff and staff benefits to support organizational growth. The PRYAC is focused on creating a safe space for kids to engage in its free after-school arts programs.

Learn more and support the Paso Robles Youth Arts Center through Must! Charities here.

Browse the available selection of Esprit de Tablas and Esprit de Tablas Blanc vintages here.

Wine Spectator: The Best Boxed Wines for 2025, Picked by Wine Pros

We were excited to see ourselves selected as one of the top six boxed wines of 2025! The premium boxed wine category continues to gain momentum and we're happy to see the panel of sommeliers select ours as one of the best.

MSN Travel: 15 Best Vineyards in California’s Lesser-Known Wine Regions

Travel Writer Carina Sandoval listed Tablas Creek Vineyard on her short list of vineyards to visit in lesser-known wine regions. From her piece:

The property’s rolling hills and ancient walnut groves create an idyllic setting for wine tasting and vineyard tours.