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Forbes: What Paso Robles Wineries Are Learning From The Soil

We are thrilled to be featured in a recent Forbes article, "What 6 Paso Robles Wineries Are Learning From The Soil," which explores the cutting-edge regenerative agriculture movement transforming our region.

The feature highlights how our transition to Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC) farming is providing new insights into vineyard health. Our regenerative specialist, Erin Mason, explains how our gold-tier data monitoring and split-block trials are revealing the vital connection between soil biology and wine quality, leading to the brightness and elegance we strive for in every vintage.

We are honored to be recognized alongside our local colleagues, Booker, Halter Ranch, Le Cuvier, MAHA Estate, and Robert Hall, as we collectively prove that farming for the future produces exceptional results today.

FINE Wine & Champagne India: The Rhone Rangers of Paso Robles

In the Winter 2025 issue of FINE Wine & Champagne India, writer Vidya Narasimhan explores the rise of the Rhone Rangers movement and the evolution of Paso Robles into a premier wine destination.

The feature highlights the foundational role of Tablas Creek, tracing our history from the 1989 partnership between the Perrin and Haas families to our work distributing "Tablas Clones" to vintners across the country. The author also spotlights our environmental leadership, noting our status as the world’s first Regenerative Organic Certified winery and our commitment to a holistic farm ecosystem powered by 100 percent solar energy.

The profile concludes with high marks for our flagship blends, specifically praising the 2020 Esprit de Tablas Blanc and the 2021 Esprit de Tablas, which was recognized in the Vinous Top 100 of 2024.

Read the full feature in the Winter 2025 issue of FINE Wine & Champagne India.

Santa Barbara Independent: Full Belly Files | Everything's Coming Up Regenerative

In a recent edition of Full Belly Files, Matt Kettmann explores the rapid expansion of the regenerative agriculture movement. The article highlights how this "forward thinking farming movement" is moving beyond its origins in Paso Robles and taking hold across the global marketplace.

The feature notes that Tablas Creek played a foundational role in this growth, having helped develop the Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) standards as the country’s first certified vineyard. Kettmann observes that the number of ROC brands is nearly doubling year over year, with hundreds of new products expected to reach commercial markets by this summer.

Read the full report on the state of the regenerative movement at Independent.com.

Dogumentary TV: These Guardian Dogs Work 24/7 So Farmers Don't Have To

Tablas Creek recently welcomed Zeke Dickson of Dogumentary TV to explore the critical role of livestock guardian dogs in our vineyard. The feature highlights how our Spanish Mastiffs and Turkish Boz serve as essential components of our regenerative farming program.

Regenerative Specialist Erin Mason explains the history of our canine program and why we selected these specific breeds. The dogs protect our flock of sheep from local predators like coyotes and mountain lions while remaining gentle with visitors in our tasting room.

Watch the full episode on YouTube

Elite Traveler: These Wineries Around the World are Rethinking Sustainability

In a global survey of environmental leadership, Elite Traveler (syndicated via MSN) identified seven winemakers taking a "more considered approach" to their land. We were honored to be featured alongside iconic estates like Spottswoode and Familia Torres, with the article highlighting our specific ecosystem-based approach to vineyard management.

At eco-friendly Tablas Creek winery, in California’s Paso Robles region, owls zap vine-root-eating gophers, chickens gobble up destructive insects, and black-faced sheep chow down on the weeds between rows of vines, pausing from time to time to fertilize the soil.

Beyond our animal inhabitants, the article explores the deeper "pillars" of our farming philosophy. It notes that while we have been certified organic and biodynamic for decades, our transition to Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) status in 2020 marked a commitment to carbon sequestration, animal welfare, and social fairness. By involving the farming crew in decision-making and prioritizing soil health, the piece notes that Tablas Creek "paved the way for more wineries to join the application process."

PlayStayEat: Best Wineries in Paso Robles

We are pleased to be featured in the latest guide from PlayStayEat, a travel and lifestyle blog that recently explored the diverse wine landscape of Paso Robles. In their article, "Best Wineries in Paso Robles: Top Tastings & Hidden Gems," editor Scott Kendall provides a comprehensive look at the estates that define the Central Coast wine experience.

The feature highlights our commitment to sustainability, detailing the Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) practices that set our vineyard apart.

The author notes our deep connection to the Rhône Valley, specifically highlighting how our terroir and farming philosophy mirror our partners at Château de Beaucastel. During the tasting, the team enjoyed a selection from our Spring Flight, with a particular highlight being the 2023 Esprit de Tablas Blanc.

We invite you to read the full account of their visit and explore their recommendations for the region at PlayStayEat.com.

Ep 165: You Down with ROC, Yeah You Know Me – Featuring Tablas Creek | Maha Estate

We were happy to participate in the latest episode of the Where Wine Takes You podcast, joining host Adam Montiel and Cris Cherry of Maha Estate for a deep dive into the impact of Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) farming. The conversation explores how Paso Robles has evolved into a global epicenter for regenerative viticulture and why soil health is the foundation for the next fifty years of winemaking.

Paso has quietly become a global epicenter for regenerative viticulture, with wineries like Tablas Creek Vineyard and Maha Estate helping push the industry forward. This isn't just about what's in your glass. It's about what's happening beneath it. Soil health, farmworker fairness, and animal welfare, the pillars of ROC, are reshaping how wine is grown.

The episode breaks down the practical side of these certifications, from the role of sheep in the vineyard to the long-term economics of farming in a way that improves the land rather than just sustaining it.

You can listen to the full episode and learn more about the future of farming at PasoWine.com.

Paso Robles: A Global Epicenter for Regenerative Organic Viticulture

We are proud to share that Paso Robles has emerged as a global leader in the Regenerative Organic movement. In a recent announcement from the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, our region was recognized as a premier epicenter for high-standard viticulture, with Tablas Creek representing one of only six wineries in the area to achieve Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC™) status. Together with our neighbors, we are launching new collaborative efforts, including a major media tour this April, to inspire wineries worldwide to adopt these essential farming practices.

Paso Robles has always been a place where growers and winemakers work together to push the industry forward. The leadership shown by these six Regenerative Organic Certified® wineries reflects that spirit and shows how innovation and stewardship go hand in hand in our region. — Joel Peterson, CEO of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance

Read the full press release at PasoWine.com to learn more about the upcoming media tour and how the "One Block Challenge" is expanding regenerative practices across the globe.