News & Press

Owen Bargreen: "Heat It, Cool It: Paso Robles in 2023 and 2024"

We were excited to read Owen Bargreen's reviews of 18 of our newest releases, which scored as high as 97 points for the new 2023 Panoplie. He highlighted our newly released 2024 Roussanne in his intro:

One of the great white wines of the vintage, the 2024 Tablas Creek Roussanne (OB, 96) is a spellbinding combination of flavor density, flavor range and vibrant minerality.

Other highlights include the 2025 Dianthus Rose (94 points), 2024 Esprit de Tablas Blanc (96 points), and 2023 Le Complice (96 points). Upcoming releases include the 2024 Grenache (95 points) and 2024 Panopile Blanc (96 points).

You can read his extended article "Heat It, Cool It: Paso Robles in 2023 and 2024" at https://owenbargreen.com/blog. (Subscription required)

Mashed: 14 Underrated Red Wines To Try In 2026

In a fun piece for Mashed, author Hayley Hamilton Cogill highlights 14 wines made from unexpected grapes, unusual places, or both. Her first recommendation was our Grenache. From her writeup:

From America's first Regenerative Organic Certified winery, located in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, California, Tablas Creek crafts its spicy, fruit-forward grenache. Garrigue aromas and a hint of pepper invite you in, followed by layers of wild berries, cherries, and licorice. Limestone soils fill Tablas Creek's estate vineyards, giving the wine subtle crushed stone and saline notes. While structured and concentrated, the 14.5%-alcohol wine is also completely approachable, with balance, aromatic freshness, and fruit-forward flavors.

Vinous.com (April 2026): 16 New Tablas Creek Wines up to 97 Points

We were excited to read Eric Guido's annual reviews of our wines on Vinous.com, including his notes on our late-release 2023 red wines, our 2024s and his first impressions on the 2025 vintage. All 16 wines received 92+ points, with scores as high as 97.

Highlights from current releases included the 2024 Esprit de Tablas Blanc (95 points), 2023 Vaccarese (94 points), and 2023 Esprit de Tablas (95 points). Upcoming releases included 2024 Esprit de Tablas (95-97 points), 2024 Panopile Blanc (96 points), 2024 En Gobelet (95-97 points), and 2024 Panoplie (95-97 points).

You can read his extended article "In the Sweet Spot: Paso Robles 2023s and 2024s" at vinous.com. (Subscription required)

Decanter: Why Paso Robles offers the best value in California

In a new article, Author Brianne Cohen highlights one of the things that we're proud of our region for: its ability to produce great values as well as great premium wines. She highlights 10 of her top values, including our Patelin de Tablas Rose (93 points). From her introduction:

Paso Robles continues to hold onto one of its core identities. It remains a place where value-priced wines still shine.

Decanter: Why California's Mediterranean Varieties are Having a Moment

We were happy to see Tablas Creek featured so prominently in Ana Carolina Quintela’s deep dive into the rise of Mediterranean varieties in California. The article explores how these grapes are uniquely suited to our climate and highlights our nearly four-decade journey importing and establishing all the traditional varieties of Châteauneuf-du-Pape in the Adelaida District.

Picardan might be the rarest variety I’ve tasted so far. Today, there’s just over an acre planted in France and about half an acre in California, at Tablas Creek in Paso Robles, which imported it into the United States in 2003. Most southern Rhône varieties in California trace back to Tablas Creek, which makes this wine feel even more significant in that context. It shows a medium-bodied profile with both richness and lift. Aromas of apricot, citrus pastry cream, white flowers, and citrus zest lead into a palate that is surprisingly fresh. There’s a saline, lemony edge and a subtle savory note that add complexity, along with a touch of nutty flavors that add gentle texture without weight, especially given how bright the finish is. — Ana Carolina Quintela, Decanter (93 Points)

Read the full article on Decanter.com for more on the evolution of these unique wines and our 2021 Picardan review.

Tasting Panel: On the Table with Tablas Creek

We were excited to see our newest releases featured in the Tasting Panels' "On the Table" section of their newest magazine. All six wines they reviewed received between 93 and 96 points, including a 96 for our 2023 Esprit de Tablas, which they called, "stunning flagship blend of Mourvedre".

From Norm Roby: Alouette: A New Take on Chillable Red Wine

In a lovely new article on his blog, veteran writer Norm Roby discovers our Alouette Grenache and explores the category of chillable reds. Thanks Norm! From his piece:

But what is needed to jump start a serious trend is for a highly respected winery to offer a delicious, lively, flavour-packed drink now red and promote it as chillable. Not about to happen, you say? Well, I just discovered a wine that fits the bill.

Forbes: Skip the Stuff with a Tablas Creek Membership

In a recent Forbes article titled "Skip The Stuff: The Best Wine And Spirits Experiences Worth Gifting," author Devin Parr highlights the value of gifting experiences over physical clutter.

Parr includes a Tablas Creek Wine Club Membership as a top recommendation for those seeking a gift that offers lasting value:

"A giftable Tablas Creek membership offers more than regular wine shipments—it provides ongoing access to exclusive releases, educational content and special events from one of Paso’s most iconic wineries. It’s a gift that unfolds gradually, appealing to curious, engaged wine drinkers."

The article notes that experiential gifts like a wine club membership provide a sense of promise and something to look forward to long after the holiday season has passed.

To explore the different color options and durations available for our gift memberships, please visit our Gift Wine Club Memberships page.