Growing Conditions

Travel just west of Paso Robles, and you will find Paderewski Vineyard: 67 acres of undulating, steep, limestone rich hillsides within 570 rural, spring-fed acres. In the early 1900’s, this vineyard was cherished and farmed by world-renowned pianist, Polish diplomat, and vintner, Ignacy Jan Paderewski. Fast forward a century, and this property stood forgotten and fallow. Lucky for us, in 2004, we became the stewards of this amazing piece of property.

Planted: 2004
Acreage: 95 under vine, 570 total
Soils: limestone, calcareous, rocky
pH: low to mid 8
AVA: Paso Robles
District: Willow Creek
Red Varietals: Grenache, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Tempranillo, and Zinfandel
White Varietals: Grenache Blanc, Picpoul Blanc, and Viognier

Palate

In addition to the bright aromatic components, the texture of this little ditty is memory-making, reigning in the lushness, and making you thirst for another sip.

Aging

Aged for 18 months in a once-used French oak puncheon

Ratings & Awards

95/100

Jeb Dunnuck


94/100

Wine Spectator

James Laube


93/100

Wine Advocate

Antonio Galloni


93/100

Vinous

Antonio Galloni


92/100

Wine Advocate

Jeb Dunnuck


92/100

Vinous

Josh Reynolds