Vintage Stories
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2023 Vintage Story
The 2023 Vintage in Paso Robles July 23, 2024 2023 was the wettest year we have experienced in Paso Robles in about two decades. In addition, this vintage was significantly cooler than normal years, leading to a late harvest for the region. The unique combination of high rainfall and cooler temperatures has set the stage […]
2022 Vintage Story
The 2022 Vintage in Paso Robles July 15, 2024 As another harvest approaches, our hearts are filled with gratitude for this season, our members, and all the wonderful moments this year has brought so far. From planting our estate to previewing our 2022 reds, this summer season has been marked with several exciting moments. As […]
2021 Vintage Story
The 2021 Vintage in Paso Robles There is a year about once a decade that amazes winemakers, and 2021 was one of those. The 2021 vintage in Paso Robles had near-perfect conditions leading to a stunning vintage. With a mild winter and a warm, dry summer, the grapes had the ideal conditions to develop concentrated […]
2020 Vintage Story
The 2020 Vintage in Paso Robles 2020 was a year of significant challenges, testing even the strongest among us. The latter half of the year, particularly the harvest season, faced hurdles with the wildfires that swept across California in August and September. However, with great struggle comes great rewards. Despite these difficulties, the 2020 vintage […]
2019 Vintage Story
The 2019 Vintage in Paso Robles The 2019 vintage in Paso Robles is celebrated as a stellar year, known for its exceptional quality and flavor profiles. Much like its predecessor, the 2018 vintage, the 2019 vintage is often considered its sister vintage because of its similar conditions leading both to be outstanding years for Paso […]
2018 Vintage Story
The 2018 Vintage in Paso Robles The 2018 vintage in Paso Robles has become known as “THE vintage” for the region, and that certainly seems to be reflected in the wines. For Guillaume, BENOM’s winemaker and co-owner, this has been his favorite vintage since coming to Paso Robles 15 years ago. The season was marked […]