Scott Brennan Wine Reviews

Paso Robles is celebrated for its rich and diverse red wines that captivate both casual drinkers and connoisseurs alike. As daytime summer heat gives way to cooler evenings, there's nothing quite like indulging in a glass of robust red wine to complement your meals or simply to enjoy on its own. The region's unique terroir and innovative winemakers produce reds with depth, complexity, and character. Wine Recommendations Ancient Peaks 2021 Renagade — $28 This blend of syrah, petit verdot, and malbec presents complex aromas of violets, blue fruits, and pomegranate with notes of graphite, cinnamon and toasted oak. The palate is rich with flavors of cherry, currant, raspberry, cranberry, and smoked meat. Austin Hope 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon — $56 Dark ruby in color, this cabernet sauvignon expresses aromas of freshly picked black currants and blackberries, with subtle notes of violets, mocha, and dried spices. On the palate, it features flavors of olallieberry, cherry fruit, ce...

Published: December 12, 2024 Category: White | Year: 2024 | Type: Holiday Guide With the holiday season upon us, we invited our local wineries to help us with their best wines. We were impressed with their submissions. When you celebrate this season and plan your holiday parties, Christmas dinner, and New Year's Eve celebration, consider pouring some tasty local wines. White wines are wonderful options for holiday evenings, meals, and even gifts. Luckily there is no shortage of fantastic white wines in Paso Robles. We received so many delicious white wines that we created a separate list of recommended sparkling wines and rosé wines. Here are the local white wines we recommend to you. Top local white wine recommendations Ancient Peaks 2021 Pearl Chardonnay – $32 This oak-aged chardonnay leads with satiny textures. Its only available online and in the tasting room. It bursts from the glass with aromas of tropical fruit, butterscotch, quince, and biscotti. The smooth mouthfeel...

Published: December 12, 2024 Category: Rosé | Year: 2024 | Type: Holiday Guide Rosé wine has come a long way since it was synonymous with white zinfandel. I remember rosé as a holiday tradition at family get-togethers when I was young. Today's Paso Robles' rosés are sophisticated and refreshing. They come in a wide spectrum of pink hues, from light to dark, and are pressed from a growing number of varieties of wine grapes. These rosé wines present a fresh taste of Paso Robles wines at reasonable prices. Paso Robles rosé wines pair well with lighter fare and appetizers like prosciutto-wrapped melon, smoked salmon, and deviled eggs. They will also go well with baked ham, pork tenderloin, and the white meat of a roasted turkey. For all the holiday chefs out there, consider enjoying rosé wines yourself as you prepare holiday meals. Remember to serve them chilled. Enjoy! Top local rosé wine recommendations Barr Estate Winery Mourvèdre Rosé 2022 – $28 A blend of 79% mourvèdre ...