Ep 125: From Everywhere to Here: How Paloma Bilson Found Her Frame in Paso – Featuring Dilecta Wines

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From Everywhere to Here: How Paloma Bilson Found Her Frame in Paso



In this episode of Where Wine Takes You, Adam sits down with Paloma Bilson, owner and winemaker of Dilecta Wines. Her journey—from Angola and Namibia to the film industry in LA, to founding a visa consultancy for extraordinary talent, and finally planting roots in Paso Robles—is nothing short of cinematic. Paloma’s story is rich, layered, and poured into every bottle she creates.



In the Travel Paso Spotlight, Adam catches up with Michelle Barrera, founder of Enjoy SLO, whose platform helps locals and visitors alike discover the best events, bites, and sips in SLO County. She’s a trusted voice in Central Coast culture, and she shares what’s buzzing this season in Paso.



Paso Wine Wire Highlights:



Paso Cabernet Outpaces California: While statewide Cab sales dropped, Paso’s are up 12%—proving it’s not just a region, it’s a rising force. Read the full story Check it out HERE

J. Lohr Hits Sustainability Milestone: Their iconic 2022 Seven Oaks Cab now carries the Certified California Sustainable seal—over 20 million bottles strong, and under $20.Check it out HERE

Rockbound Cellars Opens Downtown: A new tasting room on Railroad Street brings Adelaida fruit, minimal intervention winemaking, and a relaxed vibe to the heart of Paso. Check it out HERE



Featured Guests & Links:



Dilecta Wines (Paloma Bilson): dilectawines.com

Enjoy SLO (Michelle Barrera): enjoyslo.com | Instagram @EnjoySLO

Paso Wine Fest Info: pasowine.com

Plan Your Trip: travelpaso.com



 

Cork & Cruise 2025 – The Ultimate Wine Adventure

This year, imagine 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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