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"Vinestories" -
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Estate Vineyards
Dunning Vineyards is small family owned and operated winery
producing limited production, award wining Artisan wines from their
secluded mountainous vineyards.
Located on the Westside of Paso Robles. Winemakers/Proprietors Bob
& Jo-Ann Dunning’s vision to produce world class, hand crafted
wines began in 1991. The vineyard planting consists of Cabernet
Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Zinfandel and in 2012
the addition of Pinot Noir. The high 1400+ foot elevations of
the vineyards along with soils that are lean, calcareous rock creates
the ideal conditions for producing low yield vines. The warm
summer days of Paso Robles, along with the afternoon cooling effect of
the nearby Pacific Ocean allow for a longer growing season and add
intensity and concentration to the fruit. Viticulture practices
includes sustainable farming techniques and a hands on approach to the
vineyards to assure overall balance in the vines!
Stay at Dunning Vineyards Guest Villa located on the hill top of the
vineyards with panoramic vineyard and coastal mountain views.
Enjoy the wine country lifestyle!
Winemaking
Dunning Vineyards traditional winemaking includes using small
lot fermentation, gentle handle punching of the red “must” and barrel
fermentation of the whites both using French oak barrels. “Our focus is
to produce wines that express the flavors of the vineyards, the
terroir”, says Winemaker Bob Dunning. These techniques result in wines
that are incredibly rich, concentrated and elegant!
Join the Private Reserve Wine Club. These wines sellout fast in the tasting room…guarantee your wines by
joining the wine club And enjoy all the benefits of being a member!