Red and White Rhône Fruit Across Two Paso Districts This Paso Robles listing brings several Rhône sourcing options together in one place. From the Willow Creek District, Grenache and Syrah are available. In Templeton Gap, buyers can look at Syrah, Grenache and Grenache Blanc. That mix gives wineries access to both red and white Rhône varieties across two distinct Paso Robles districts without limiting the conversation to a single block or varietal. Quantities range from 1 to 200 tons, with pricing from $1,500 to $4,500 per ton depending on the fruit, vineyard and volume. Fruit from these sites has previously been selected for wines from JUSTIN, DAOU and Hope Family Wines. View the full listing and connect with the grower through the WIN Marketplace: View Listing A broader grape listing can be useful for more than sheer volume. Multiple varieties and vineyard sites give buyers a chance to evaluate several sourcing paths within the same conversation, whether the need is narrowly defined

From One Ton to 200 Across Two Paso Districts The scale of this Paso Robles Rhône grape listing is unusually broad. Fruit is available from two vineyard sites: Grenache and Syrah from the Willow Creek District, and Syrah, Grenache and Grenache Blanc from Templeton Gap. The listing spans quantities from 1 to 200 tons, with pricing from $1,500 to $4,500 per ton depending on variety, vineyard and volume. That leaves room for very different sourcing conversations, from a relatively focused addition to a much larger 2026 commitment. There is history behind the sites as well. Fruit from these vineyards has previously been selected for wines from JUSTIN, DAOU and Hope Family Wines. View the full listing and connect with the grower through the WIN Marketplace: View Listing By this point in harvest, “grapes available” isn’t enough information on its own. Variety, district, quantity and price range help wineries quickly determine which opportunities are realistic for the programs and volumes th

Chateau de Fleys is located in a small village just east of Chablis. Part of a historic wine­ producing region, the family-owned winery dates back multiple generations. Today, Olivier Phillipon, winemaker and co-manager, runs the estate with his siblings, Beatrice and Benoit. ''We respect and draw on our family's traditions, while embracing new technologies to improve quality," explains Olivier. ''For example, we choose to vinify each tank separately to best express the typicity of our different terroirs." Chateau de Fleys produces white wines that are typical of the region: elegant and mineral-rich with light fruity and floral notes. Producing award-winning wines, of course, does not come without its challenges. From unpredictable weather to labor shortages, saving time and resources, especially during harvest, is always top of mind. Overcoming challenges The environment has always presented challenges for winemakers. In Chablis, the last couple of years have been particularly tough.

Two Paso Districts. Multiple Rhône Possibilities. There are still substantial Rhône grape opportunities on the table for the 2026 vintage. This WIN Marketplace listing brings together premium fruit from two Paso Robles vineyard sites, with: Paso Robles Willow Creek District Grenache + Syrah Templeton Gap Syrah + Grenache + Grenache Blanc The seller is offering anywhere from 1 to 200 tons, with pricing ranging from $1,500 to $4,500 per ton depending on the variety, vineyard, and volume. The listing also notes that fruit from these sites has previously been selected for wines from JUSTIN, DAOU, and Hope Family Wines. That range is what makes this particularly interesting right now. A winery could be looking to fill a relatively small gap, secure meaningful volume for an established Rhône program, or explore several varieties from the same broader Paso Robles sourcing opportunity. By late August, the window is getting tighter, but it isn’t necessarily closed. View Listing Not every sourc

Your Next Rhône Program Starts Here Some of the wine industry's most exciting sourcing opportunities begin with a region, not a varietal. Paso Robles has become one of California's premier destinations for Rhône grapes, earning a reputation for producing expressive wines shaped by warm days, cool evenings, and a diverse range of soils. For wineries exploring Rhône-style programs or looking to expand their portfolio, the region continues to offer exceptional potential. As July comes to a close, vineyard sourcing is entering a critical stage. Crop estimates are becoming more refined, harvest logistics are taking shape, and many wineries are making their final fruit commitments for the 2026 vintage. Opportunities like this provide a chance to connect directly with growers while there's still time to secure premium fruit before harvest begins. View Listing The best sourcing decisions are built on strong connections. Whether you're looking for premium vineyard fruit, bulk wine, equipment,

Paso Robles Rhône Fruit Is Ready for the 2026 Vintage Paso Robles has become one of California's defining homes for Rhône varieties. Over the past few decades, the region has earned international recognition for producing Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Viognier, Roussanne, and other Rhône cultivars that thrive in its warm days, cool nights, and diverse soils. Today, Paso Robles is home to more than 40 grape varieties and has established itself as one of North America's premier regions for Rhône-style wines. As we move into late July, wineries are narrowing their sourcing decisions ahead of harvest. Vineyard availability is becoming more defined, production plans are taking shape, and now is the time to secure fruit that aligns with your winemaking goals. Opportunities like this give buyers access to premium Rhône varieties from one of California's most respected growing regions. View Listing Every harvest begins long before the first grapes reach the crush pad. The strongest vintages ar

Domaine Della 2023 Soberanes Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir Takes Top Prize  November 18, 2025 — Winners have been announced in the 2025 Harvest Challenge Wine Competition. After two spirited days of judging, Domaine Della 2023 Soberanes Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir took the top prize. It was also awarded Best of Show Red Wine and Best of Monterey County AVA. Coming in at 98 points, judges praised the wine as “warm and spicy” with “fig and nutmeg.” Other descriptors included “meaty,” “prosciutto,” and “dried rose petal.”  With entries from across the globe, the Harvest Challenge bases judging on a group of vineyards (or even vines) from the same region, belonging to a specific appellation and sharing the same type of soil, weather conditions and grapes that combine to give personality to the wine.  In other competitions, this terroir is ignored. At the Harvest Challen

As harvest ramps up, opportunities are available across the state. From premium Napa Valley Cabernet to versatile red blenders and new plantings, here’s a quick snapshot of the grapes currently available on the market. Please reach out to our brokers for more details. Napa Valley • Cabernet Sauvignon • Chardonnay • Red Blenders Sonoma County • Cabernet Sauvignon • Chardonnay • Sauvignon Blanc • Red Blenders North Coast • Cabernet Sauvignon • Chardonnay • Sauvignon Blanc • Red Blenders San Benito County • Chenin Blanc – small lot or truckload Monterey County • Grenache – new, but established planting; very uniform; suitable for red or roséPaso Robles • Cabernet Sauvignon – multiple locations and clones available; nearly every appellation San Joaquin Valley • Cabernet Sauvignon • Chardonnay • Merlot • Zinfandel • Sauvignon Blanc Let’s make a match.If any of

We are excited to introduce a new stave toast profile, Mineral Toast, designed to bring an enhanced sense of minerality to white and rosé wines. This innovative toast profile significantly impacts the sensory characteristics of wine, influencing its interaction with fruit and other elements during the winemaking process. Minerality in wine is often attributed to specific terroirs, rooted in the soil and environment where grapes are grown. While traditionally linked to the vine’s interaction with soil minerals, minerality can also be shaped by winemaking techniques—including the use of oak. Mineral Toast staves utilize carefully selected French Oak air-dried over an extended period. The wood undergoes hot water treatment to soften tannins and reduce harshness, followed by extended toasting at a lower temperature. The gentle process avoids the formation of high notes such as spice, smoke or char, resulting in a delicate profile featuring hints of vanilla, stone fruit,

The 2025 Barrel Weekend is all about tasting wines from the past, present and future. This annual weekend event has been reimagined for its 47th anniversary, letting the wineries along the Wine Road focus on more than just tasting wines from the barrel. And, giving tasters new opportunities for exploring and learning about wine. More Tasting Options With wineries pouring wines from past (library wines), present (current release wines) and future (barrel samples), attendees have more choices and can choose what they most enjoy or what they seeking to restock their wine cellars. As you look through the online Barrel Weekend program, you’ll discover wineries pouring wines from one, two or all three of the category options. This information lets you, the ticket holder, design the tasting path that suits your palate preferences. If you love tasting only barrel samples and possibly buying wine futures, you can still do that. But, if you prefer to taste wines that are currently availabl