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Signature Wines and Wineries of Coastal California
Known primarily for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, the
Vina Robles all-estate lineup includes small lots of a wide range
of varieties and creative blends. While adhering to traditional
winemaking methods, veteran winemaker Kevin Willenborg
also implements modern technologies to make his estate wines
with minimal intervention. Built in 2018, the state-of-the-art
Vina Robles winery houses many innovative tools that support
Willenborg's vision. A few examples include an optical sorter,
barrel rooms with separate climate controls, and an integrated
pump-over on-demand system.
Willenborg came to Vina Robles in 2012. Versatile and detail-
oriented, he brings more than 30 years of winemaking experience,
covering many of the industry's key regions including Bordeaux,
Napa, Sonoma, British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, as well as
California's Central Coast. His team approach and passion for
"winegrowing" allows him to craft elegant wines that are truly
expressive of the Vina Robles estate vineyards.
TOP: At the inviting Tasting Room, first-class hospitality is offered by way
of unique, memorable experiences with wine, food and music at their core.
BELOW LEFT: Longtime friends and business associates, Vina Robles owners
Hans Nef and Hans -R. Michel have been growing Paso Robles winegrapes
since 1997.
BELOW RIGHT: The beautiful Vina Robles fountain stands at the center of
the Jardine Court, where guests can enjoy wine tasting, bistro service, and
live music.
Photographs by Barry Goyette
