Blended wine is having a moment. Approachable, yet bursting with character, these wines make it easy to explore without feeling intimidated. A close-knit community adds to the appeal. There’s much to learn by blending and tasting together, and now, dedicated events help blended wine enthusiasts showcase their passion.
The ultimate example? BlendFest in Paso Robles. This event is truly one of a kind. It’s the only wine festival entirely dedicated to the growing blended wine movement. Paying homage to the rule-breakers of the wine community, BlendFest reminds us that, as wine trends come and go, curiosity and creativity are always in style.
This growth has been crazy fast. Case in point? There is a long list of iconic winemakers getting in on the blended wine game. After all, BlendFest now brings over forty iconic Paso Robles winemakers to the coast. Each big name has something unique to offer and an amazing story to tell.
There’s a lot to explore and many ways to connect. Plan your ultimate BlendFest experience so you can uncover new ideas for your future wine adventures. Not sure where to start? Attend the festival’s hottest events and learn what drives Paso Robles’ remarkable winemakers, such as the Riboli Family of San Antonio Winery.
Winemaker Dinner
Add a hint of rustic charm to your wine tasting extravaganza. You’ll feel right at home at the Oceanpoint Ranch’s Cowtipper, where you’ll gather with Paso Robles winemakers to enjoy a four-course meal.
The fun begins with a welcome pour and an amuse-bouche, but follows with entrees and wine blends that have been carefully selected to bring out the best in one another. Relax and enjoy the cozy vibes of The Cowtipper. Here, it’s easy to see how, with blended wine, the best experiences are equal parts approachable and sophisticated.
Blending Seminar
You adore blended wines, so why stop at tasting? Don’t settle for simply tasting wines when you can learn to blend your own remarkable creations. This is a fun way to experiment while getting a better sense of the varietals, notes, and aromas you enjoy most. If you’d like to try blending but feel intimidated, no worries: you can take part in a blending seminar that makes this process feel exciting and accessible.
Join Paso Robles winemakers at Cavalier Oceanfront Resort for a fun and educational experience. Learn about the philosophies that guide and inspire blended wine enthusiasts. They’ll provide plenty of encouragement as you experiment with blending. Finally, you can celebrate your winemaking successes with a luncheon, served Santa Maria-style.
Sunset Grand Tasting
Join award-winning winemakers for a stunning celebration on the coast. Head to Cambria’s Oceanpoint Ranch and Moonstone Beach for a tasting event that will delight all the senses. Yes, you’ll get to taste California’s best blends, but that’s only the beginning: you’ll chat with winemakers about their inspirations and process, and you’re bound to make some new wine-loving friends along the way.
Rock out to live music and take in the gorgeous sunset while you sip the finest blends in California. Bundle up, because this is an outdoor event and you’ll want to make the most of this spectacular setting. This event wraps up an amazing few days of blended wine education and camaraderie. Don’t worry; your journey as a blended wine enthusiast is just beginning, and you’ll find plenty of other opportunities to explore this newfound passion.
Treasure your memories of this tasting event for years to come as you sip satisfying blends in your commemorative wine glass. That’s right: you’ll return home with wine knowledge and a beautiful souvenir.
Explore New Flavors on the California Coast
There’s nothing quite like blended wine, and there’s no place to enjoy it quite like the California Coast. Join Paso Robles winemakers for a celebration of blended wine. At BlendFest 2027, you’ll gain a new appreciation for the art and science of blending. Build some new blends into your repertoire and discover what it takes to become a blended wine aficionado.