Firestone Vineyard (Paso Robles)
2300 Airport Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
(805) 591-8050
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Open daily 10 to 5 pm
$5 tasting fee and keep the glass
10% discount of 6-11 bottles, 15% on case purchase
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Tours:
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Informal Tours
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Price Range:
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$12 to $60 per bottle
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Established:
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1972
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Vineyards:
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4 acres
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Production:
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4,000 cases
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VIP Tasting:
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Yes
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Firestone Vineyard (Paso Robles) Description
In 2007, Firestone Winery opened its long-awaited Paso Robles winemaking and tasting-room facility, with a specific focus on small lots of Paso Robles-grown Bordeaux varietals, including Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Managed by third-generation vintner Andrew Firestone, the winery features a tasting room, barrel cellar, demonstration vineyard, and an enclosed patio with lawns and gardens for picnicking.
The new venture in Paso Robles is only part of the evolution the Firestone family has experienced over the years. “Tire Titan” Harvey Firestone’s other great-grandson, Adam Firestone, opened Firestone-Walker brewery with his brother-in-law in 1996, moving the operation to Paso Robles in 2001. In 2007, the flagship Firestone Winery in Santa Ynez was sold to neighboring Santa Barbara vintner Bill Foley.
The Firestone tasting experience begins as you pass the outdoor rock fountain and enter the generous hospitality area, which features an island bar and a balcony looking into the fermentation and barrel rooms. There are displays of artwork and wine accessories scattered throughout the room. The high, timbered ceilings and stained concrete floors create a warm, enticing environment.
Fruit is sourced from their large Santa Ynez Valley vineyards, as well as from the Paso Robles Appellation. In addition to their Bordeaux varietals, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Syrah are also produced.
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