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  • Celeste Hope’s “Monochrome Memoir” Now Showing in Downtown Paso Robles

    January 6, 2024

    We are excited to share that Studios on the Park in downtown Paso Robles has unveiled “Monochrome Memoir”—a new black-and-white photography exhibition featuring the works of Celeste Hope. This exhibition spans multicultural exploration, live music experiences, female strength, unexpected encounters and other subjects of personal inspiration. Celeste’s humanistic photography ultimately captures her evolution as both an artist and an individual over a period of 15 years. “Monochrome Memoir” opens with a gala on January 6 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and runs through February 25.

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  • Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon Featured in “The Suburban”

    December 18, 2023

    Canadian newspaper The Suburban has named our Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon a top red wine for the holidays and new year. Writer Mandi Robertson calls it “a stunning wine with rich blackberries, black cherries, plum, baking spice, and vanilla embraced by hints of cocoa and mocha…This is the ultimate companion for any celebration.” Liberty School is the wine that started it all for Hope Family Wines and its legacy continues today.

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  • Hope Family Wines Quest Proprietary Red Wine, Paso Robles 2021

    December 9, 2023

    Gus Clemens writes, “As one of the pioneers of Paso Robles quality winemaking, Hope Family Wines celebrates the ascendancy of the region in recent years.”

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  • AUSTIN Launches Paso Robles Chardonnay

    November 14, 2023

    We are excited to introduce AUSTIN Chardonnay—a wine that proudly embraces Chardonnay grown in Paso Robles. AUSTIN Chardonnay is now available nationwide and in our online shop. “We feel that Chardonnay is a bit of a sleeping giant in Paso Robles,” Austin Hope says. “We would like to bring it more to the forefront and celebrate the unique qualities of Chardonnay grown in our region. That’s what inspired us to create this wine.”

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  • Hope Family Wines Raises $30k for Avila-Based Operation Surf

    November 9, 2023

    Owner and winemaker at Hope Family Wines, Austin Hope said, " Operation Surf’s programs are innovative, effective and full of heart. We cannot thank our customers and retail partners enough for helping us exceed our goals for this campaign. It's our privilege to support this local nonprofit that's having such a positive impact in the greater military veteran community."

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  • The Making of a Paso Robles Icon with Austin Hope

    October 25, 2023

    Austin Hope is featured in the latest episode of the VINT Podcast, hosted by Brady Weller and Billy Galanko. The episode, titled “The Making of a Paso Robles Icon,” features a wide-ranging conversation with Austin about the origins of the family winery, the ascent of Paso Robles on the global stage, and his own personal journey as owner and winemaker at Hope Family Wines.

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    Time Is On Our Side

    October 1, 2023

    I once asked Paso Robles winemaker Austin Hope how well he thought his flagship Treana red blend would age.“I don’t know,” he replied. “No one’s ever kept it long enough to find out."

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  • Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon Named Thanksgiving Favorite

    October 19, 2023

    Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon has been highlighted by Sharp Magazine as one of eight top “bottles to impress your guests” at Thanksgiving. Author Cormac Newman observes, “Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon has a full-bodied finish, with notes of black cheery, clove, blackberry spice, and a touch of smokiness to match its deep rouge hue. This red wine was ripened in sync with fiery fall leaves, resulting in a rich color to parallel autumn’s palette. The smooth pour complements steak and other roast meats.”

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  • Executive Vice President Gretchen Roddick reelected to Paso Robles CAB Collective Board of Directors

    September 26, 2023

    The Paso Robles CAB Collective (PRCC) announced the 2024 Board of Directors, with some re-elected for a two year term. Based on the expanding goals of the non-profit, the PRCC will retain the current nine Directors.

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  • “Paso Robles Proud” Named Wine Spectator Video Contest Finalist

    September 21, 2023

    We are excited to share that our short video titled “Paso Robles Proud” has been named as one of just six finalists for the 17th annual Wine Spectator Video Contest. Video viewing and voting are available to the public on the contest’s landing page. Voting closes on Sunday, September 24 at 11:59 p.m. “We are grateful to have our video showcased by Wine Spectator and we appreciate anyone who feels like our work is worthy of their vote,” says Owner-Winemaker Austin Hope.

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