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Estimate: $145
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The fourth-largest wine producer in the world, led by California. American fine wine is defined by ripe, expressive fruit and a spirit of innovation, with Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon among the most sought-after wines globally.
Paso Robles is a diverse wine region in northern San Luis Obispo County on California's Central Coast. Established in 1983, the Paso Robles American Viticultural Area spans rolling inland hills, river valleys and the eastern slopes of the Santa Lucia Range. Warm days, cool nights and Pacific breezes moving through gaps in the coastal mountains help shape a broad range of wine styles. Cabernet Sauvignon is a leading variety, alongside Merlot and other Bordeaux grapes. Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre underpin the region's celebrated Rhône-style reds, while Zinfandel holds an important place in its winegrowing heritage. White varieties including Viognier and Roussanne add further diversity. Single-variety bottlings share the stage with blends that reflect Paso Robles winemakers' willingness to work across regional traditions. Eleven nested appellations reveal the area's differences in elevation, exposure, rainfall and soils. These include Adelaida District, Paso Robles Willow Creek District and Templeton Gap District. Calcareous marine deposits, sandy loams and alluvial soils contribute to a varied vineyard landscape, so a wine's character depends on its particular site as well as its grape variety and winemaking. Paso Robles offers a distinctive combination of California sunshine, coastal influence and regional individuality.
Booker is a Paso Robles wine producer known for Rhône varieties and blends grown on California's Central Coast. Eric and Lisa Jensen purchased the original estate in 2001, and Booker released its first wines from the 2005 vintage. The name honors Claude and Dick Booker, the brothers who previously owned the property and left their estate to charity. Steep hillsides and calcareous soils define Booker's westside Paso Robles vineyard landscape. Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are central to its identity, appearing in both varietal wines and blends. Fracture showcases Syrah, Ripper highlights Grenache, and OubliÊ brings together the three classic red Rhône grapes. These bottlings reflect a winemaking approach that responds to the character of the fruit and each growing season rather than following a single fixed formula. Farming is a defining part of the Booker story. The vineyard achieved organic certification in 2021 and Regenerative Organic Certified status in 2023. Cover crops, composting, limited tillage and sheep grazing support its emphasis on soil health and vineyard stewardship. Together, the estate's hillside setting, Rhône focus and attention to farming give Booker a distinctive place in Paso Robles wine country.