Chateau Margene is a family-owned boutique winery nestled among the rolling hills of Paso Robles’ Creston District. Founded by Michael and Margene Mooney, the estate specializes in limited-production Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-style blends crafted from sustainably farmed grapes. With a strong commitment to quality over quantity, the winery offers intimate, educational tasting experiences where guests can learn about the vineyard and winemaking process while enjoying expressive wines that reflect the character of Paso Robles.
Defiance Vineyard is a family-owned, women-led boutique winery overlooking the Creston Valley, just east of Paso Robles. Established by the Faulkner family, the hillside estate specializes in sustainably grown Petite Sirah and Bordeaux varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. Every vine is carefully tended and harvested by hand, producing expressive estate wines known for their richness, balance, and bold Paso Robles character. Defiance Vineyard
Ella’s Vineyard is a family-owned estate in the Creston District of Paso Robles, founded by Katherine and Josh Morris and named for their daughter. The vineyard specializes in handcrafted Italian varietals—including Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Primitivo, and Montepulciano—along with distinctive Super Tuscan-style blends. Farmed by hand using responsible, sustainable practices, its wines unite Old World inspiration with the richness and character of California’s Central Coast. Ella’s Vineyard
Stanger Vineyards is a small, family-owned winery producing handcrafted estate wines in Paso Robles. Its Journey’s End Ranch is located in the Willow Creek District, where the cooling influence of the Templeton Gap creates ideal conditions for premium wine grapes. With an annual production of fewer than 800 cases, Stanger specializes in limited-release Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, and distinctive red blends, patiently aging its reserve wines before release. Stanger Vineyards
B&E Vineyard is a family-owned winery and working horse and cattle ranch on the east side of Paso Robles. Rooted in California’s cowboy heritage, the property has been operated by the family since 1952, with vineyards first planted in 1989 to conserve the ranch’s natural water resources. Today, three generations help produce handcrafted estate wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and distinctive red blends, while welcoming visitors with warm, authentic country hospitality. B&E Vineyard
Shadow Run Vineyards & Winery is a family-owned estate set amid the quiet, oak-covered countryside of Creston in the Paso Robles wine region. Planted, farmed, and operated by the family, the vineyard produces handcrafted, award-winning wines that reflect the character of the land. Its portfolio includes Malbec, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Grenache, and Viognier, ranging from delicate, fruit-forward whites to rich, intriguing reds—all shared through relaxed, personal tasting experiences with the winemaker. Shadow Run Vineyards
