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Wine Buisiness Monthly: Revamping On-Premise Sales with Wine on Tap

In a new article by Sarah Brown exploring the resurgence of wine on tap, Tablas Creek is highlighted as one of the category's pioneers.

"Over the years, the kegged program has grown to account for 7% of the winery's annual wholesale orders, equivalent to just shy of 900 cases of wine, and now, in the tasting room, all tastings are conducted with wine poured from tap. Customers don't mind at all, [Jason] Haas observed, and it saves on wine waste and ensures a fresh, perfect pour every time."

Patelin de Tablas Blanc Featured in Food and Wine Magazine

We were excited to see our Patelin de Tablas Blanc as a recommendation in Food and Wine Magazine's Thanksgiving edition. In his recommendation he called the wine:

A mélange of Rhône varieties (Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Roussanne, and more) goes into this full bodied Paso Robles white. Invite friends over and open a bottle.

Wine Spectator: "The Last Grape: Muscardin's New Life in California"

In a new article, Aaron Romano shares our news of the 2023 Muscardin completing the Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape collection at Tablas Creek, and explores the grape's potential and significance for California wine. For the article, he spoke with our Jason Haas:

The fact that we have the opportunity to continue to introduce new grapes and push the boundaries of that American Rhône movement feels important. It’s out in the world now. I’m looking forward to [trying] other people’s attempts with it.

Owen Bargreen: "It is my pleasure to share the brilliant wines of Paso Robles legend Tablas Creek"

We were excited to read Owen Bargreen's new reviews of six of our newest releases, which scored as high as 96 points for the new 2023 Esprit de Tablas. From his introduction:

It is my pleasure to share the brilliant wines of Paso Robles legend Tablas Creek. Founded by Jean-Pierre and François Perrin and Robert Haas on what was formerly an former alfalfa farm they struck gold planting vines on limestone soils in the Adelaida Hills. They saw immense potential to produce wines with stony minerality. From the beginning they focused on Rhône-style wines made organically. The first plantings took place in 1994 and the first Tablas Creek Vineyard wines produced in 1997. The winery has been an incredible success since that time, reaching worldwide acclaim particularly for their Rhone style red and white blends.

Wine Anorak: Tablas Creek and Château Beaucastel: how a leading Rhône domaine fell in love with California

In a new article for his website Wine Anorak, Jamie Goode recounts a Tablas Creek and Beaucastel tasting that he attended in London, explores the partnership that led to Tablas Creek, and shares notes on the ten wines (five each from Tablas Creek and Beaucastel/Famille Perrin) he tasted. From his introduction:

Jason Haas of Tablas Creek and Andrew Bayley (GM of Beaucastel’s UK operation) presented this really interesting tasting, telling the story of a beautiful partnership between the Rhône and Paso Robles in California. It was organized by UK retailer The Wine Society, who work closely with both domaines.

Robert Parker Wine Advocate (10/2025): 24 reviews, including 2023 Esprit Blanc (95+), 2023 Esprit (96), and 2023 Panoplie (97)

In his new Paso Robles report focusing on the 2023 and 2024 vintages for Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, reviewer Matthew Luczy includes reviews of 24 new Tablas Creek wines. From his introduction:

The extended hang time and cool temperatures of 2023 played beautifully into the hands of the team at Tablas Creek, emphasizing the understated and balanced style they have perennially produced.

His reviews of the wines was highlighted by our 2023 Panoplie at 97 points, tied for the highest rating of any wine from his Paso Robles report. Other wines included new releases like the 2023 Esprit de Tablas (96 points), 2023 Esprit de Tablas Blanc (95+ points), and 2023 En Gobelet (95 points); as well as wines yet to be released, like the debut vintage of 2024 Panoplie Blanc (94-96 points) and the 2023 Le Complice (94+ points). His article on the region [subscription required] is available now.

2023 Esprit de Tablas: James Suckling's #43 Wine of 2025

In his annual "Top 100 Wines of the USA 2025" report, James Suckling included the Esprit de Tablas 2023 at #43:

Savory, well-spiced and meaty, showing plums and warm figs, sanguine flavors and black licorice. Outstanding posture and length with harmony between the scorched earth and blackberries, cherry pits and cured olives. Best after 2028 and for the next several decades. Score 96.

Wine Spectator: "Boxed Wine Breaks Out of the Bargain Bin"

In a new article, Aaron Romano explores the growing world of high-end boxed wine, and recommends 10 great options (including two from Tablas Creek). He begins his article with an anecdote from his conversation with our Jason Haas:

“Everybody loves an underdog,” Tablas Creek partner and general manager Jason Haas said with a smile. Is there any bigger underdog in the world of wine than boxed wine?