We discovered Ecluse two summers ago on our first trip to Paso Robles wine country, drawn in by the…read morereasonable tasting fee, the fact that it's family owned and operated, and that it's family friendly. What we didn't expect was to be completely blown away. The facility is on the smaller side without a lot of frills, but honestly that's part of the charm. The staff are warm and genuine, and you can feel their pride in both the winery and the wines they produce. The focus here is on GSM blends and other Rhône varietals, along with Bordeaux blends and varietals -- big, bold, and fruit-forward, but balanced enough to keep things interesting glass after glass. We had such a great experience that we joined the wine club before we left. We don't live locally, but the Ecluse Enthusiast membership is absolutely worth it -- especially with only a 6-bottle annual commitment. It's given us a great reason to make Paso an annual trip, and Ecluse is always one of our must-stop favorites. Since joining, the winery has gone through some exciting changes. They've built out a beautiful terrace overlooking the vineyard, and they were acquired by Thibido Winery. We were a little nervous about what that might mean for the brand we loved, but they've stayed true to keeping both labels separate and distinct -- and we've only benefited from it, since we now get to taste wines from both when we come for our annual pickup. We can't wait to spend more time on that terrace during our next visit. If you're putting together a Paso Robles wine itinerary, Ecluse deserves a spot on it.

Loved Ecluse so much we ended up becoming members!…read more This winery had been recommended to me by some other people who frequent Paso, so while planning our November trip down here we decided they were a good contender. After looking at their website and reading that they specialize in French style reds and offer a barrel sample with all of their tastings, this place quickly jumped to the top of our list. We didn't have a reservation, and it was getting close to their closing time, so we called ahead and asked if they had room for us, and we were told to come on up! We were helped by Sandy, Michael, and Steve (who is the owner). Just in our first three pours, we were helped by and talked to each one of them. They were all extremely friendly and knowledgeable on the wine, and very fun to chat with. The vibe here is super casual and everyone feels like family. We really liked all of the wines and getting to hang out in the barrel room, plus the hospitality was great, so joining the club was a no-brainer. We ended up taking home our shipment and two other bottles that we had tasted that weren't included in the shipment. Excited to come back here over the years and grow our collection and start aging our Ecluse wines!

Love popping into this cute little winery to grab a bottle of The Offering. A delicious, smooth…read moreblend of reds--always a win

This wine bar is such a vibe - beautifully decorated with a phenomenal leather couch, real wood…read moretables/furniture, an amazingly elegant long (and inviting) bar, an outdoor patio in the back and all the wine you could ever want. Added bonus, it's right by downtown Pismo Beach so the weather is always perfect! They also have a location is Paso apparently so I am looking forward to visiting that one as well. The manager that was working was so nice and friendly! They offer tastings of their (small production) wines, which are pretty delicious. Reservations are highly recommended, and you can call or book online! They also have some nice merchandise available in the tasting room. This place all good vibes, I can't wait to go back with friends or family!

We were running the CA46 Wine Corridor and decided to go to Turley because it was "off the beaten…read morepath." My goal on this trip was to find some of the wineries that may not get as much traffic because they are off the road a ways. Turley has made a business out of buying up old vine Zinfendel crops either the entire winery or just buying the grapes, and bottling them. Their tasting area is very nice - open with umbrellas over the top. Tables are nice and stable, and the wine offerings were interested and all Zinfendel based. The staff was attentive, and provided water and a dump cup which is greatly appreciated. They operate on a mailing list basis - you can sign up, and if you see something you like, you can order it and they will send it to you. All the wines are from grapes they buy from vineyards, but ALL the wine is in Turley bottles. They aren't offering other firms wines, but when you look at the wine menu, you might be confused into thinking they are since they name the winery the grapes came from. There is a nice fountain, and they offer both indoor and outdoor seating options. Parking is good, and they even offer EV charging while you sip.

I don't get the Turley Wine thing. Beautiful tasting room, 100 year old vines, and the so-called…read more"King of Zins" -- but i don't prefer Zins...so I didn't find it tasty at all. Nice peeps work here. But the tasting menu has wines grown here, but also other local ones (like Dusi) -- and yes, they were both the original families that started here, but why not feature your own wines? Nice experience. But not for me.

I had a wonderful conversation with Paige Wilson, co-founder, during my visit as she explained the…read morehistory of Concur Wines. Very clever of them to use photos of earth elements in their wine labels and very well done. The Grenache Blanc was a refreshing palate cleanser with honeysuckle notes. Their Zin and Humdinger were stand outs, being full bodied yet approachable. I highly recommend stopping in to experience Natasha's (co-founder) winemaking skills!

This was a super fun winery! I love the family aspect of the wine names based on their kids! Paige…read morewas super sweet and gave us great insight into wine creations. I would highly recommended this place as a part of tincity. We had a mishap with our uber so they gave us a complimentary charcuterie box. They were a little pricey for what you're getting so I wouldn't recommend the box. I know they were trying it out to see how it goes, It was good but not $25 worth. Overall a great experience though! Very personable!

Wonderful atmosphere and welcoming family winery! Awesome greeting by the friendly doggos followed…read moreby free tasting of a variety of spectacular estate wines. One of each of the best viogners and Cabernets we have tasted! Lovely conversation and well worth the short stretch of bumpy road to reach this fabulous spot! Cheers!!

No appointment needed but check the hours on their website or Yelp before going. It's located off…read moreof a dirt road so make sure you GPS the location since they don't have a big sign advertising the winery. There are parking spots outside the winery and they have 2 border collies greeting you as you pulled into the parking spot. The dogs are super friendly and adds a special touch to the wine tasting experience. Very generous pours and wine bottles to purchase are very affordable given the quality. The tasting is complimentary. It's a simple winery, no bells and whistles. We will definitely come back in the future, for the wine and the border collies

Our visit to Symbiosis Wines was one of the highlights of our trip to Paso Robles. The owner was…read morereally unique as she had us try her wines in different glasses, something I've never heard of before, nor did any of the other wineries we did tastings at. The owners story of how she got involved in wine making was unique to say the least, but also made us appreciate her commitment into making different wines. This is a must go to place in downtown Paso Robles for the wine and the owner Glenna.

If you Google the best wineries in Downtown Paso Robles you will come up with Symbiosis Wines…read more There is a reason for this, they have earned this title. The owner takes great pride in her wines and is thorough with her explanations of wine, wine pouring and even the different tastes according to the type of glass! All 4 of us could not get enough of her wine! We each bought 2 bottles! It is very affordable and tastes DELICIOUS! Call ahead and make an appointment. You will be glad you did!

Good thing they're "temporarily" closed. Service is awful, I…read morecan see why. I ordered a bottle of wine in December to be sent to family as a Christmas gift. It wasn't sent out until February. And the response via email was, "oh sorry about that". After I stressed how this was not okay, I was promised a refund. I never received said refund and when I emailed them to ask about it I didn't get a response. Shocker.

Visited this winery on the way to Cambria such it was such an amazing place!…read more Lots of wine selections to choose from! My mom and me did the sampler.. it was great to go outside in the beautiful area they had to sit and hang out. Def coming back!

Beautiful views and great wines! Highly recommended. This was the first time we visited their new…read morelocation, and the setup was wonderful. The staff is always so friendly and inviting. Every wine on the menu is solid.

We visited the new tasting room on El pomar and love the new digs. We were fans of the previous…read moreowners and are so happy they were replaced by this great winery. Good wine friendly staff and upgraded spaces to lounge and enjoy.