The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso d’Oro is a bold yet polished expression of Paso Robles, crafted by winemaker Laura Orozco, whose family legacy and deep Napa Valley roots inspired this vibrant project. Raised among the vines, Laura brings an intimate knowledge of California’s viticultural heartland to her wines. Paso d’Oro, meaning “Way of Gold,” honours her father’s journey from Mexico to the vineyards of California in the 1970s, in pursuit of a brighter future. Today, that legacy lives on in a wine that radiates both heritage and sunshine.
In the glass, the 2022 vintage is smooth and expressive, offering lifted aromas of black raspberry, blackcurrant, and hibiscus, layered with subtle spice notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and clove. The palate is opulent and plush, unfolding with rich waves of black cherry, cassis, and dark chocolate, framed by velvety tannins and a supple, lingering finish.
The fruit for this wine is sourced from the Paso Robles AVA, a region famed for its rolling hills, ancient soils, and dramatic temperature swings. Here, the warm Mediterranean climate, tempered by cool Pacific breezes through the Templeton Gap, creates ideal conditions for growing Cabernet Sauvignon with depth, vibrancy, and a true sense of place.