Ep 124: Cabernet Franc’s Rise in Paso – Featuring LXV Wines and Adelaida Cellars

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In this episode of Where Wine Takes You, we dive into Cabernet Franc’s moment in the spotlight and how Paso Robles is shaping its future. Once considered just a blending grape, Cab Franc is proving it can stand on its own—with structure, depth, and a signature Paso character.



To break it all down, we’re joined by:



Neeta Mittal, LXV Wines – A master of food & wine pairings who’s helping elevate Cab Franc’s versatility.

Jude Radeski, GM of Adelaida Vineyard – A leader in high-elevation winemaking and site-driven Cab Franc expressions.



We also touch on CabFrancMasters, a one-day only event dedicated to celebrating this complex and elegant varietal.

Travel Paso Spotlight: Parchetto Bistro 

We catch up with Carol MacDonal, owner of Parchetto Bistro & Il Cortile, two of Paso’s most celebrated restaurants.

 



Parchetto Bistro’s Park Street Jazz Night with WhistlePig



A New York-style jazz night featuring WhistlePig whiskey pairings & a four-course dinner.

Live jazz, expertly crafted cocktails, and an elevated dining experience in downtown Paso.







Paso Wine Wire – Latest Paso Wine News



Best of Paso Auction Lot to Honor JoAnn Cherry at T.J. Martell Foundation Event

Paso’s wine community has created a one-of-a-kind auction lot in memory of JoAnn Cherry (Villa Creek & MAHA Estate).

Halter Ranch Achieves Regenerative Organic Certification

Halter Ranch joins Tablas Creek and Robert Hall as one of the only three Paso wineries with Regenerative Organic Certification®.

Miller Family Wine Co. Named Grower of the Year & Launches AI Sommelier Service

Miller Family Wine Co. (owners of French Camp Vineyard) was named Grower of the Year at the Unified Wine & Grape Symposium.



 

Cork & Cruise 2025 – The Ultimate Wine Adventure



Cork & Cruise is back for 2025. This year, we’re sailing through the Left and Right Banks of Bordeaux, tasting legendary wines with Paso’s most iconic winemakers, Eric Jensen (Booker Vineyard) & Stephan Asseo (L’Aventure)

Hosted by Cork & Cruise on board with AmaWaterways, this all-inclusive luxury wine cruise is an experience like no other. Spots are filling up fast—visit CorkAndCruise.com for details.



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For planning your next adventure in Paso Robles, check out TravelPaso.com.



Before we wrap up, don’t miss Adam’s insider info: Tickets are now on sale for Paso Wine Fest (May 15–18, 2025). Head to pasowine.com for details and tickets.



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Where Wine Takes You (WWTY) is Executive Produced by Paso Wine.



 



Associate Producer: Krista Smith



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