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In this episode, Adam Montiel discusses the realities of farming in Paso Robles with guests Daniel Sinton and Chad Taber, exploring the emotional and practical aspects of vineyard management and local food culture.

🍇 Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights 🍷 In this episode of Where Wine Takes You , Adam heads deep into the heart of Paso Robles agriculture with two guys who live the rhythm of the land every single day: Daniel Sinton of Avanales Ranch and Sinton & Sons , alongside Chad Taber , ranch manager for HMR and Viking Vineyards in the Adelaida District. This conversation goes far beyond wine. Adam and the guys dive into the realities of farming in Paso Robles: early budbreak, frost scares, heat spikes, vineyard stress, resilience, and the emotional weight of living at the mercy of nature. From old-vine Chenin Blanc planted in the early ‘70s to the historic limestone vineyards of Hoffman Mountain Ranch, this episode captures the soul of farming on the Central Coast. Daniel shares stories about his family’s deep ranching roots in San Luis Obispo County, how mentorship from respected viticulturist Hilary Graves helped save their old-vine Chenin Blanc program, and how that fruit has gone on to inspire winemakers across California. The conversation also explores the evolution of local food culture through Sinton & Sons , Daniel’s modern continuation of the historic J&R…

People in this episode

Host: Adam Montiel

Guests: Daniel Sinton, Chad Taber

Topics covered

• Paso Robles agriculture
• farming realities
• local food culture
• vineyard management
• sustainable practices
• mentorship in viticulture

Keywords

• Paso Robles
• farming
• vineyards
• food culture
• mentorship
• Chenin Blanc
• sustainability
• agriculture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Avanales Ranch, HMR Vineyard, Sinton & Sons, Hoffman Mountain Ranch

Products: Chenin Blanc

Places: Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo County, Templeton, Adelaida District

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