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Feb 24th, 2025
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Robb Report: Everything You Need to Know About the Paso Robles Wine Region

We were delighted to see our Esprit de Tablas Blanc highlighted in Robb Report's coverage of the Paso Robles Wine Region.

white wine lovers will delight in Tablas Creek Vineyard Esprit de Tablas Blanc, made with six white varieties sourced via cuttings from the Château du Beaucastel estate in the southern Rhône Valley.
Feb 24th, 2025
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The Press Democrat: The most interesting grape you've never heard of could be an ideal match for climate change

We were excited to be highlighted in Columnist Sarah Doyle's deep dive on a variety we introduced to America through our grapevine nursery program: Picpoul Blanc. The article discusses the grape's history in the US and how winemakers from Paso to Sonoma, Lodi, and more are embracing the variety in their winemaking programs. From the article:

“Picpoul Blanc has great growing potential in California,” said Haas. “It’s both heat and drought tolerate and great at preserving acidity..."
Feb 19th, 2025
Jason Haas on Exploring the Wine Glass

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.

Jan 25th, 2025
Paso Robles Youth Arts Center

$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.

Jan 14th, 2025
Tablas Creek boxed wine at a campsite

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.

Dec 24th, 2024
Tablas Creek on MSN Travel Idea

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.
Dec 17th, 2024
Sheep in deep cover crop at Tablas Creek

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."
Dec 17th, 2024
Jason Haas at Tablas Creek from Forbes article

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.
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