News & Press

JamesSuckling.com: Moving On from Big and Bold: Paso Robles Nurtures its Lighter Side

In a September 18, 2026 report, JamesSuckling.com writer and taster Courtney Humiston examines how Paso Robles winemakers are increasingly focusing on fresh, food-friendly white wines alongside balanced, restrained reds.

The feature highlights Tablas Creek's foundational role in bringing French Rhône varieties to the region and emphasizes that white wines have been central to our program since the beginning. Senior Winemaker Chelsea Franchi speaks to that philosophy:

"I do think we have that beautiful reflection of Châteauneuf, where you have that incredible lushness and richness while still maintaining freshness and verve. To have those two things working in tandem is really special, that's what we love about Rhône whites."

Humiston reviews several of our upcoming releases, calling the 2025 Côtes de Tablas Blanc "textural with cooling salinity, chalky minerality and wonderful length," while describing our 2024 Panoplie as "rich, elegant and concentrated." Both the Esprit de Tablas and Panoplie landed among the report's top-scoring wines.

Read the full report and tasting notes at JamesSuckling.com.

Deep Arrival: 10 Things to Do in Paso Robles, Ranked

In an updated travel guide published in September 2026, Deep Arrival ranked the top ten activities and destinations in Paso Robles, highlighting route efficiency, distinctiveness, and regional character.

Tablas Creek was selected as a featured destination, earning recognition as the premier stop for visitors seeking an immersive, educational estate experience on the west side:

"Tablas Creek ranks sixth as a strong example of a west-side estate where visitors can build one focused appointment around wines, vineyard context, and the operator's current tasting formats. It works as an anchor rather than one more box on a crowded route."

The guide recommends booking in advance to explore our tasting formats and vineyard education while taking in the scenic Adelaida District.

Wine Enthusiast: Six Wines over 91 Points and Two Editor's Choice Awards!

We are thrilled to share the latest round of reviews from Wine Enthusiast, featuring high marks across the board for our newest releases!⁠

Leading the lineup is our 2024 Patelin de Tablas, which received 94 points and an Editor’s Choice designation. Reviewer Matt Kettmann noted that this blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Counoise offers "a fantastic look at Paso Robles done delicately," highlighting its bright fruit, herbal lift, and balance of elegance and approachability.⁠

Our 2025 Vermentino was also awarded Editor’s Choice honors with 93 points, underscoring Kettmann’s observation that the variety "could really be the future in many parts of California."⁠
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* 2024 Patelin de Tablas: 94 Points (Editor’s Choice)⁠

* 2024 Côtes de Tablas: 94 Points⁠

* 2024 Esprit de Tablas Blanc: 93 Points⁠

* 2025 Vermentino: 93 Points (Editor’s Choice)⁠

* 2025 Patelin de Tablas Rosé: 92 Points⁠

* 2025 Dianthus Rosé: 91 Points⁠

A sincere thank you to Matt Kettmann and Wine Enthusiast for taking the time to taste and write about our wines.⁠

Regenerative Specialist Erin Mason on Wine Soundtrack USA Podcast

In a recent episode of Wine Soundtrack USA, host Allison Levine sits down with Tablas Creek Regenerative Specialist Erin Mason to explore the origins and vision behind our estate.

The conversation traces the decades-long friendship and partnership between the Perrin family of Château de Beaucastel and the Haas family of Vineyard Brands. Levine and Mason discuss how bringing authentic French vine cuttings to Paso Robles’ limestone soils helped spark a broader Rhône movement across California, along with our ongoing commitment as the world’s first Regenerative Organic Certified vineyard.

Listen to the full episode on WineSoundtrack.com or wherever you stream podcasts.

Wine Spectator (September 2026): Past, Present and Future at Tablas Creek

In a terrific new feature article, Senior Editor Aaron Romano shares the story of Tablas Creek for Wine Spectator. Aaron spent time touring the vineyard with Jason Haas, tracing our path from our original 1994 hillside planting through the evolution of our vine spacing, regenerative farming practices, and ongoing experiments with rare Rhône varieties like Terret Noir, Vaccarèse, and Muscardin. From his conclusion:

Tablas Creek is a textbook example of how the wine business is a long game, rooted in tradition yet always reaching forward.

One Year Later: The Wine Atlas Collective is Your Passport to American Wine

One year ago, we introduced The Wine Atlas Collective!

We joined forces with seven other family-owned and sustainably-minded wineries from great regions around the country to bring even more value to our club memberships. Members at Tablas Creek (or any of the wineries in the collective) are now treated as members at all eight wineries.

Think of it like a passport to the best of American wine, from Napa Valley to Virginia, Washington State to New York’s Finger Lakes, and in between. When you visit, you’ll get free or discounted tastings, member-exclusive wines, and special hospitality. And enjoy member pricing at all eight wineries on online purchases.

The Wine Atlas Collective is:

• Blenheim Vineyards – Virginia
• Brooks – Oregon
• Frog’s Leap – Napa Valley
• L’Ecole № 41 – Washington
• Red Tail Ridge – New York (Finger Lakes)
• Ridge Vineyards – Sonoma & Santa Cruz Mountains
• William Chris Vineyards – Texas Hill Country
• Tablas Creek Vineyard – Paso Robles

2024 Patelin de Tablas: 93 Points and Wine Spectator "Smart Buy"

We were excited to read Senior Editor Aaron Romano's review of our 2024 Patelin de Tablas in Wine Spectator online and look forward to seeing its "Smart Buy" status in the October 31, 2026 issue. The review:

Decidedly savory yet fresh and inviting, with thyme and licorice root notes that meld with a silky core of juicy plum and wild strawberry buoyed by fresh acidity. This circles back to its opening notes on the finish around mineral-tinged tannins and a hint of cocoa powder. Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Counoise. Drink now through 2040. 4,881 cases made. 93 points.

BevX: Monastrell: The Mediterranean Grape With Three Names and No Apologies

Sean Ludford of BevX dives into the history, versatility, and global expressions of Monastrell, also known as Mourvèdre or Mataro. Exploring regions from southeastern Spain to France's Bandol, the article examines how this thick-skinned Mediterranean grape thrives in hot, dry conditions when treated with care and restraint.

Ludford highlights Tablas Creek as a benchmark producer showing how well the variety performs in the New World, noting our dedication to site-driven winemaking:

"At BevX we’ve tasted multiple vintages of Tablas Creek Vineyard’s Mourvèdre, and I’ll say it plainly: we’re fans, both of the wine and of the serious, site-driven approach Tablas Creek brings to a grape that punishes shortcuts."

He includes our Paso Robles Mourvèdre alongside old-vine Jumilla and Bandol as an essential bottle for anyone seeking a complete education in the grape.
Read the full article at BevX.com.