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One story of passion comes from AronHill
Vineyard. Some ten years back, Judy Aron and her husband came
to Paso Robles with a resolve to produce great wine. They located
on a beautiful hillside in West Templeton, one of the premier
spots in Paso Robles. All in all, they planted on 8 of their 13
acres, and quickly expanded their team to incorporate noted wine
maker Richard Sauret. Together, they employ their skill and their
fervor to manage the challenges of growing. Primitivo and Cabernets
have become their babies, and their lust for quality dessert wines
is unbridled. The free spirit and passion that drive them to strive
for such quality in their wine is captured perfectly in the images
of galloping horses that grace the winery's labels.
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key thing is that the fruit is grown on the west side," says
owner Judy Aron.
"The West side is premium. The leaves are pulled, the air
circulates, everything to get that brix level up. We go for low
yields. We never wanted to produce anything we wouldn't want to
drink ourselves. Our wines are very fruit forward. I have drip
in, we water if we have to. Otherwise, the roots go down and find
the water. Judy pauses and reflects over the challenges of getting
the winery established. It's a hard vineyard to manage.
The
coastal fog is good that comes in- we're last to prune, last to
harvest - we were picking in the rain last year she laughs, while
remembering. A few more rows to go, and the crew walked out on
me. I kept watching the sky to see if it was going to continue
raining. So six of us were picking. I'll never forget it."
Amenities
- Tasting room in Morrow Bay
- Tasting at the Vineyard by appointment only
- Wine reviews
- www.aronhillvineyards.com
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2005
Cabernet Sauvignon / Paso
Robles
This estate grown cabernet greets you with a heady nose
with hints of cherry and raspberries. Very smooth, this
well aged cab with gentle oak overtones does not disappoint
with its subtle tannins and hints of pepper. A delightful
and drinkable cab that ís bold enough to stand
up to a steak. It definitely stood up to ours.
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2005
Primitivo
/ Paso
Robles
This estate grown varietal imparts a zesty, bold first
sip that mellows into a well balanced bright and smooth
wine with a medium full body. Gentle nose with subtle
hints of blackberry and raspberry make it a perfect
accompaniment to a barbecued steak dinner hot off the
grill. This wine has a strong center with nice tannins
that cleans the tongue without the bite. Buy a bottle
for now, and a bottle for much later, as this has all
the qualities for a wine to age well.
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2005
Quatre Melanges
/ Paso Robles
A positive forward floral nose with subtle hints of cherry,
blackberries and oak gives this dashing wine a very good
first impression. Take a nice long sip and feel the tingle
on the tongue as the fruit continues to unfold. The excellent
balance and finesse make this seamless blend of Petite
Syrah, Zinfandel, Syrah and Merlot a perfectly versatile
wine to pair with your juicy thick steaks, or hearty Italian
meals. Flavor is the key here, and your carefully prepared
dinners will never be overshadowed with this seamless
blend of estate grown grapes carefully blended for balance
and longevity.
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2005
Vinho Doce / Paso Robles
This fresh warm port nose is the prize conclusion to a
wonderful meal with friends. Sip slowly and swirl, as
the subtle fruit flavors warm the palette and open the
soul, never smother. Boasting a blend of 3 Portuguese
varietals and one syrah, its smooth velvety finish pairs
wonderfully with a rich, chocolate bite or a selection
of triple creamy cheeses to while away the evening. Keep
an extra bottle on hand for those special moments when
you really want to extend the magical feel to a wonderful
evening. It pleases every time.
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2006
Sauvignon Blanc / Paso Robles
Chill this light blonde sauvignon blanc to serve mid day
during the hot but never lazy summer days to come. Crisp
and tart with hints of citrus, pear and acres of green
grapes and grass, this delicate and fragrant white will
pair easily with salads, Asian food, cheeses and seafood.
Drinkable, drinkable, drinkable are the three important
words here, as the winemaker's love of wide open spaces
and free galloping horses converges into a single bottle
of romance ready to be broken open with favorite staples
seasoned with spices used the world over in Chinese, Thai,
Indian and even Mexican food dishes. We recommend two
chilled bottles and no switching.
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AronHill Vineyards
2500 Vineyard Drive
Templeton, CA 93465
(805) 610-5751
www.aronhillvineyards.com
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