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See the making process

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See the making process

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a legacy of quality

Hearst Ranch Winery crafts its wines at our estate winemaking facility in Paso Robles. From vineyard rows to the barrel room, every step of the process reflects a hands-on approach grounded in place, patience, and balance.

Crafted under the direction of winemaker Soren Christensen, Hearst Ranch Winery wines are shaped by a philosophy of balance, structure, and restraint. Working closely with estate and selected vineyard sources, each lot is guided by a respect for site and season rather than intervention.

There is a natural rhythm in working with the same vineyard year after year, even as each vintage brings its own expression. At Saunders Vineyard, each block carries a distinct character shaped by the growing season, with variation allowed to show while maintaining a consistent style across the wines.

For red wines, aging takes place primarily in neutral oak, where the influence of the barrel recedes and the purity of the fruit comes forward. A small portion of newer oak is incorporated for depth, used with restraint to support structure without overshadowing the vineyard.

Fermentations are carried out slowly and at cooler temperatures, encouraging a gradual extraction that results in softness, balance, and integrated tannins. White wines and rosé are fermented and aged in stainless steel to preserve freshness and clarity. The result is a collection of wines defined by structure, elegance, and a sense of origin.

From vineyard to oceanfront, these wines are poured across Hearst Ranch Winery's Paso Robles and San Simeon tasting rooms, offering two distinct expressions of the Central California coast.