In a new article in Decanter, Rupert Joy dives into the growing movement within wine toward regenerative farming, and highlights wines from eight producers. From his conclusion:

in a world facing soil degradation and climate crisis, a toolkit that helps viticulture to flourish as a contributing part of a healthy ecosystem, rather than at its expense, while also sequestering carbon and increasing climate resilience, can only be a positive thing

His reviews of our 2017 Esprit de Tablas and 2019 Esprit de Tablas Blanc are below:

Tablas Creek, Esprit Blanc de Tablas, Adelaida District, Paso Robles, California, USA 2019 94
Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Picpoul Blanc and Picardan blend from Tablas Creek’s Regenerative Organic Certified vineyards. A delicate floral nose leads to a rich, mineral mouthful of citrus and honeysuckle with hints of pineapple. Complex, pure and creamy in texture, bright acidity and a lifted, airy quality. Drink 2023-2030 Alc 13%

Tablas Creek, Esprit de Tablas, Adelaida District, Paso Robles, California, USA 2017 95
Rhône blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah and Counoise from Tablas Creek’s Regenerative Organic Certified vineyards in Paso Robles. Compelling aromas of cherries and plums. A rich, complex and seductive mouthful of sweet black fruits, herbs and olives. Fresh and lifted with lovely intensity and a long finish. Beautiful wine. Drink 2023-2035 Alc 14.5%