MY PERFECT DAY IN PASO ROBLES
MORNING
Arise from your lavish bedroom at the Allegretto Vineyard Resort* and greet the morning with a refreshing swim in the saltwater pool, then stroll in the courtyard through the world’s first sonic labyrinth Sound Circle, emitting soothing tones of wind instruments to send you off in state of Shangri-La. Drive over to Law Estate (see p132) to taste current releases in its ultra-modern tasting room, displaying an inside-outside architectural design, with views over neighbouring hilltops.
LUNCH
Head north on Hidden Mountain Road to Daou ( www.daouvineyards.com), where you can treat yourself to the Culinary Pairing Experience that matches Lebanese-inspired cuisine with Daou’s award-winning wines and sweeping views of the Adelaida District. After lunch, stop by Tin City* and visit Aaron Wines to taste the range of coastal expressions under its Aequorea label ( www. aaronwines.com). Then walk over to Negranti Creamery and cool off with a scoop of sheep’s milk ice cream ( www.negranticreamery.com). Make your way back up Adelaida Road to Alta Colina Vineyard & Winery for its Summit Vineyard Tasting ( www. altacolinawine.com). This picturesque private tour leads you to the top of the organically farmed vineyard to taste Viognier and Rhône-style reds.
EVENING
Unwind at the River Oaks Hot Springs Spa ( www.riveroakshotsprings.com) before dinner. Soak in the restorative properties of thermal mineral waters by booking a private open-air tub room or outdoor tub overlooking the vines. Then dine at Bistro Laurent* for a classic tasting menu paired with both local and French wines. Finish the evening downtown, with craft cocktails at Eleven Twenty-Two*.