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Wine Speak Paso Robles

January 7, 2019 - January 10, 2019

$50 – $795

A multifaceted cast of master sommeliers, wine industry leaders and hospitality professionals is set to convene at the inaugural “Wine Speak Paso Robles”—a trade-focused event that will take place in the Paso Robles wine country on January 7-10.

Wine Speak Paso Robles features winemaker seminars, hospitality development seminars, technical winery tours and private tastings, as well as a public “Taste of Paso Robles” grand tasting on January 10 at the Atascadero Lake Pavilion. Tickets for both the grand tasting and trade seminars may be purchased at www.WineSpeakPaso.com.

“WINE SPEAK PASO ROBLES” SCHEDULE

For complete details, visit www.WineSpeakPaso.com

PASO ROBLES TECH TOUR – CABERNET SAUVIGNON & BORDEAUX FOCUSED TOUR
Monday, January 7, 2019 – 9:30 AM 3:00 PM
Paso Robles, CA (map)

This is an intimate and interactive day of tours highlighting some of the top Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux producers in the Paso Robles Area. You will receive a behind the scenes tour with each producer and special access to vineyard sites. Stops will include: Austin Hope Vineyard, Niner Wine Estates, and Daou Vineyards. The tour will include a memorable private lunch at Niner Wine Estates. Transportation is included, pick up from the Carlton Hotel in Atascadero.

PASO ROBLES TECH TOUR – RHONE VARIETIES
Monday, January 7, 2019
9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Paso Robles, CA (map)

This is a intimate and interactive day of tours highlighting some of the top Rhone producers in the Paso Robles Area. You will receive a behind the scenes tour with each producer and special access to vineyard sites. Stops will include: Epoch Estate Wines, Caliza Winery, and TH Estate Wines. The tour will include a memorable private lunch at TH Estate Wines. Transportation is included, pick up from the Carlton Hotel in Atascadero.

AN EVENING “OUT” ON THE TOWN
Monday, January 7, 2019
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Atascadero, CA

Start the week off right by spending an evening “out on the town”. Below is a listing of special events offered by friends of Wine Speak Paso Robles. These events can be booked directly with organizing producers
• OPTION 1: CAB Collective Dinner with Winemakers at Thomas Hill Organics $80pp BUY TICKETS
• OPTION 2: Turley Wine Cellars & Woodfire Pizza $45pp

CABERNET SAUVIGNON: PERSPECTIVES FROM INSIDE & OUTSIDE THE APPELLATION
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
8:45 AM – 10:45 AM
Atascadero City Hall, 4th Floor (map)

At the inaugural Wine Speak, seven Cabernet Sauvignon winemakers—from Napa Valley, Columbia Valley, Victoria (Australia), Happy Canyon, Paso Robles and Ballard Canyon—came to share their insight into what this global grape variety can be . . .

TALK STORY: A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE ON WINE
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Atascadero City Hall, 4th Floor (map)

Women have long maintained a powerful presence in the world of wine—and their influence is only growing. Listen in as these luminaries share their insights with an eye toward mentoring up-and-coming women in the wine industry . . .

RHÔNE RENEGADES: MOURVÈDRE & GRENACHE—THE NEXT CHAPTER SEMINAR
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
2:00 PM – 4:15 PM
Atascadero City Hall, 4th Floor (map)

RHÔNE RENEGADE: MOURVÈDRE
Stand-alone bottlings of Mourvèdre are gaining ground in the New World. In this focus panel, we will tap into the wisdom of two winemaking stalwarts to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing this emergent variety.

GRENACHE – THE NEXT CHAPTER
Grenache is one of the most widely planted red grape varieties in the world. Joining us for this panel are two of the best Grenache producers in the New World—Justin Smith of Saxum (Paso Robles, California) and Richard Betts, MS, of Sucette (Vine Vale, Barossa Valley, Australia) . . .

VIP EARLY ACCESS TO “TASTE OF PASO ROBLES” GRAND TASTING
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Pavillion on the Lake (map)

Ticket includes one-hour early admittance to the Grand Tasting and exclusive access to all wines and producers. A limited amount of tickets is available.

Join a “who’s who” list of Paso Robles wineries and local eateries where our favorite chefs will present wine friendly small plates and winemakers will showcase some of their finest reserve and library bottling. . .

“TASTE OF PASO ROBLES” GRAND TASTING
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Pavillion on the Lake (map)

Join a “who’s who” list of Paso Robles wineries and local eateries where our favorite chefs will present wine friendly small plates and winemakers will showcase some of their finest reserve and library bottling. Don’t miss this truly unique networking opportunity to hang out, eat great food, taste great wines and meet other like-minded wine friends at this casual and fun event.

WHAT SYRAH CAN BE – CHAPTER 2
Wednesday, January 9, 2019
8:45 AM – 10:45 AM
Atascadero City Hall, 4th Floor (map)

Syrah was a focal point at Wine Speak 2018 and we now continue the discussion with a new trio of Syrah champions. We will delve into Syrah’s place in the New World and experience different expressions of the variety . . .

CREATING YOUR PERFECT BLEND
Wednesday, January 9, 2019
11:00 AM – 12:45 PM
The Carlton Hotel (map)

It begins with experts Peter Neptune, MS, and Matt Kettmann and others sharing insights into the history of blends and their importance in today’s winemaking world. Next, winemakers Mike Sinor and Stewart Cameron of Ancient Peaks Winery will present you with four separate red varietal lots from Margarita Vineyard. They will talk about both the technical and artistic aspects of blending, then turn you loose to create your own special blend. At the conclusion, your blend will be bottled, labeled and wax-dipped for you to enjoy back home.

THE STATE OF ZINFANDEL SEMINAR
Wednesday, January 9, 2019
3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
Atascadero City Hall, 4th Floor (map)

In this panel discussion, two leading Zinfandel producers—one from the Central Coast, another from the North Coast—will share their philosophies on this native variety, and answer a key question along the way: What does Zinfandel’s past tell us about its future?

HOSPITALITY DAY
Thursday, January 10, 2019
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pavillion on the Lake (map)

One of the unique features of Wine Speak is our commitment to professional hospitality development. Recognizing that hospitality is a crucial component of the wine experience, we offer a full day dedicated to empowering local winery, restaurant and hotel employees with skills that heighten performance and elevate the bottom line. Our Hospitality Day seminars are led by an all-star cast of master sommeliers, wine directors and hospitality executives—all of whom impart lasting lessons that help us all raise our hospitality game.

Details

Start:
January 7, 2019
End:
January 10, 2019
Cost:
$50 – $795
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Website:
https://www.winespeakpaso.com/

Organizer

Wine Speak Paso Robles
Phone
(805) 365-7045
Email
info@winespeakpaso.com
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Venue

The Carlton Hotel
6005 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422 United States
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Phone
(805) 461-5100
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