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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.

Wine Searcher: "Regenerative Buzz Grips the Vineyard"

In a deep dive into regenerative farming and how it's being adopted by vineyards and wineries, author Caroline Henry speaks with Tablas Creek Proprietor Jason Haas:

According to director Jason Haas, ROC stands out from all other certifications because "it pulls the best parts together of the organic, biodynamic, and sustainability certifications. Organic for its government backing and clear list of things you can't do. Biodynamic for its holistic approach and soil-focused prescriptions. And sustainability for the look at business and people as well as farming practices, and its explicit concern with modern challenges like resource scarcity, biodiversity loss, and climate change."

Forbes: "An Afternoon At Tablas Creek, A Wine Sustainability Leader"

In a new article for Forbes, Colleen Myles, Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies at Texas State University, spends an afternoon at Tablas Creek and highlights the lessons that she thinks Texas wineries can take from our approach. From her introduction:

Tablas Creek has advocated for and practiced wine sustainability for decades, and a visit to their site demonstrates how the company embodies the organic, regenerative processes they espouse.

2022 Esprit de Tablas Blanc: Owen Bargreen's #12 Wine of 2024

In his annual "Top 100 Wines of the Year" post, Dr. Owen Bargreen included the 2022 Esprit de Tablas Blanc at #12:

This combines 33% Roussanne, with 32% Grenache Blanc and smaller portions Picpoul, Clairette, Picardin, Bourboulenc. This is the smallest amount of Roussanne ever blended into this wine, as this varietal was farmed at less than a ton an acre. The nose is hugely complex. Macadamia nut, honeydew melon, bright kiwi and shades of nectarine with stony minerals all mark the nose. The body is voluptuous despite being only 12.5% alcohol. Silky smooth throughout the drinking experience, showing no rough edges, and loads of mouth-watering acidity. Wait for the exceedingly long finish that lingers on the tongue. This will cellar so beautifully. Drink 2024-2039 - 96 points

Business Insider: As a sommelier, there are 5 wines I always have on hand for guests

Sommelier Brianne Cohen listed our Vin de Paille as one of the dessert wines she always has on hand for guests during the holidays.