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, on California’s Central Coast, has one of the longest winegrowing histories in North America, with vineyards planted by Spanish missionaries over 200 years ago. It has four distinct AVAs (Arroyo Grande, Edna Valley, Paso Robles and York read more...Mountain) each with its own terroir. A maritime influence affects the southern AVAs, as their east-west valleys allow cool Pacific breezes and coastal fog to enter unencumbered. Towards the north, York Mountain has just one winery, the longest continuously operated winery in the county. The largest and warmest AVA is Paso Robles, which is protected from much of the coastal influence by the Santa Lucia Mountains. After a long dormancy, modern commercial viticulture began in the early 1970s, with plantings of vineyards in the Edna Valley by the Chamisal and Paragon vineyards, both trying to produce Burgundy-like Chardonnay. Acreage of vine has increased almost four fold since 1990, with close to 25,000 acres currently under vine. Of all these AVAs, Paso Robles is gaining the most attention, with structured Cabernet Sauvignon and Rhone varietals, produced by a dynamic group of young winemakers.    (hide)

Naughtyb reviewed Four Vines Loco 2006:

November 2009

Naughtyb

Good Juice.

Four Vines Loco 2006

Starting at $30^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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VegasOenophile reviewed Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles 2006:

November 2009

VegasOenophile

Light nose of dark fruit. Very good balance in this wine. Bright and luscious with a velvety mouthfeel. Great Paso Robles cab for under $15!

Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles 2006

Starting at $12^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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wineisfine reviewed Dr. Jebediah Drinkwell's Meritage 2007:

November 2009

wineisfine

Fruit forward and accessible this was a surprising value from Trader Joe's. (Paso Robles). I loved it for the price. Could be a great everyday table wine!

Dr. Jebediah Drinkwell's Meritage 2007

Snoothrank: 3/5

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jwbuckl reviewed Claiborne and Churchill Pinot Noir 2007:

November 2009

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Claiborne and Churchill Pinot Noir 2007

Starting at $28^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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brucearledge reviewed Justin Orphan Red 2007:

November 2009

brucearledge

NICE

Justin Orphan Red 2007

Starting at $17^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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oanababy reviewed J. Lohr Seven Oaks Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2006:

November 2009

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J. Lohr Seven Oaks Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Starting at $11^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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MrDeuce reviewed Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon 2005:

November 2009

MrDeuce

The Boss of Cabs!

Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Starting at $18^.06 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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atxben reviewed Norman Monster Zinfandel 2005:

November 2009

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Norman Monster Zinfandel 2005

Starting at $21^.36 Snoothrank: 4/5

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Duke of the Deck reviewed Monte Verde Cabernet Sauvignon "Calaccedo" 2005:

November 2009

Duke of the Deck

Hint of blackberries and a very nice balance. Slighty sweet finish.

Monte Verde Cabernet Sauvignon "Calaccedo" 2005

Starting at $13^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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windblocker reviewed Calcareous Pinot Noir York Mountain 2006:

November 2009

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Calcareous Pinot Noir York Mountain 2006

Starting at $28^.00 Snoothrank: 3/5

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