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    Herman Story Wines

    4.7 (160 reviews)
    ModerateWineries
    Closed • 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Carrie A.

    Wow! Just wow! Thank you Debbie, Hannah, Vailia and Russell for changing our view of Paso wineries. We loved our visit and you all were so hospitable and fun! Nuts and Bolts was our favorite. You guys are the best!

    Nicole O.

    We came here 2 weeks ago to attend their annual pick up party and it did NOT disappoint! We showed up right around the time it started and while it was busy, there was still plenty of street parking and we didn't wait in line too long. The party was poppin' off with unlimited tastings of all their delicious wines as well having Mexican food to snack on, massage therapists giving 15 min massages. They even had several animal handlers onsite with a python snake, a tarantula, a capybara, an alligator, an owl and a lemur! There could have been more that I just did not see, but it was so cool! The space was both indoors and outdoors and there was plenty of wine to go around. They even had an area where you could pay $150 for a mystery magnum bottle and the chance to win dinner with the owners! We didn't win but came back w/ a nice magnum bottle of wine. I do love their wine here and was lucky to be able to go to this as it was quite the experience! Til next time, keep up the great work with all those mouth-watering reds!

    Terri K.

    Such great red wines & a wonderful tasting experience with Larry! The story, the creative labels, the clever descriptions of the wines on the tasting list make this place fun & unique as well. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed. Also why is this the nicest bathroom I've been to in my many visits to Paso...fresh flowers, fluffy individual hand towels to dry off with & a great smelling candle.

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    Chris T.

    Passionate and colorful people are what, I find, make the world more interesting. From my visit to Herman Story Wines, I gathered that the proprietor and winemaker, Russel P. From is one of them. I worked in Marketing and Copywriting and was dazzled by the descriptions of his wines, part beat poet, part train of thought, and part no BS. The best descriptive wine copy I've ever read! The label art is outstanding and humorous supporting the ethos of " take your work seriously but don't take yourself too seriously". The wines are fabulous, well balanced and structured showcasing the rich fruit. The tasting room may be cozy but it's an expansive facility that supports other winemakers. Highly recommended to visit when in Paso!

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    They do not serve food. The service started off not great. The service improved throughout our wine tasting experience. It would have been nice to have an indoor space to sit down since it's so warm in Paso Robles. Especially since it's on a road and it would help to make the experience better. Nuts & Bolts Syrah was delicious. The marketing material was very whimsical.

    Great venue... service... AND wine. Larry and Debbie were great and treated us like family!

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    2 years ago

    Wines were pretty good, but the pours were REALLY small for the $30 tasting fee. Rushed presentation. Really? Disappointed.

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    Great wines and always a hilarious story at Herman Story. Excellent wine club, staff is fun too.

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    Wines are balanced and well made, unique blends and incredibly welcoming and friendly staff. Surprise hit of our paso weekend.

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    Very good wines! Pretty pricey though. Enjoyed the laid back attitude. They even welcomed and fave treats to our dogs.

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    Crosby and Larry are amazing hosts - AND the wine and the stories. Can't wait to go back and spend all my money on these amazing reds.

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    Review Highlights - Herman Story Wines

    “If you are wine tasting in Paso Robles, do yourself a favor and stop by the Herman Story tasting room wines.”

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