Los Osos

Paso Robles experienced record winter rainfall from December 2022 to March 2023, recharging the parched soil profiles after two years of drought-like conditions. Colder weather persisted through much of the growing season, with veraison occurring during mid-August, about two weeks behind schedule. Thankfully, near-perfect warm weather in October and November allowed us to wait until late autumn to pick fruit with optimal flavor and anthocyanin development. We finally commenced our first Merlot pick on October 6th which captured fresh plum and bright raspberry flavors. Our last picks of Merlot occurred nearly a month later, adding depth of flavor and color to the blend. Generous additions of Malbec and Cabernet Franc brought juiciness and aromatic sophistication, respectively.