Eberle Winery is a family-owned jawn from Penn State University alumni! If you didn’t know, I am as well… go lions! Gary Eberle grew up in a small town in Pennsylvania (also like me) and went to PSU on a football scholarship. After graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science in biology, he went to Louisiana State University where he continued his graduate work studying cellular genetics. While attending LSU, Gary developed an appreciation for wine and changed his academic path to become a winemaker. Gary launched his career as a winemaker and as the “Pioneer” of Paso Robles Wine Region by helping to establish his family’s Estrella River Winery & Vineyards. In the late 70’s, he decided to pursue his own project and acquired nearly 64 acres just down the road from Estrella River Winery. Shortly thereafter, Gary released his first Eberle wine, the 1979 Cabernet Sauvignon debuting the iconic boar logo, depicting the German origin of the name Eberle, meaning “small boar.”producer and marketer of premium wines, representing the Eberle Estate, single varieties and designated vineyards. Eberle wines have showcased the history and diverse flavors of the Paso Robles, California area since 1979.
Eberle Winery was once voted Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast magazine! Gary Eberle is the “Godfather” of the Paso Robles wine region because he co-founded the AVA, he was the fourth winery established in Paso Robles (now there are more than 200), and was named one of the top 100 influential people in the wine industry. Aged in underground man-made caves with 90+ Point scores, they offer complimentary wine tasting and cave tours and have a Reserve tasting available for a fee. Hours change depending on seasons from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the winter, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the summer. They also offer hosted guest chef winemaker dinners and also available for weddings and private events. Wines produced on the estate include Cabernet, Chardonnay, Viognier, Zinfandel, Vintage Port, Barbera, Sangiovese, Rhone Blends and Muscat Canelli.
Bleeding blue, Eberle played defensive tackle for Joe Paterno at Penn State University from 1962 to 1966. Fast forward to today and Eberle makes 27,000 cases of ultra-premium wine on 64 acres of vineyards. All wines are aged in 17,000 square feet of underground caves with complimentary tours and wine tastings offered daily. There’s also winery cats and two black poodles running around this fun patio forward property! This was our second tasting on a tour and we were quite impressed with this family friendly, laid back property.
We were immediately drawn to these views at Eberle Winery.The front of Eberle Winery looks pretty plain from the outside… but never judge a book by its cover!Right back out to the patio I went at Eberle Winery. It was calling me!The view from the patio at Eberle Winery, pretty darn stunning!Greeted upon entrance and promptly seated at Eberle Winery. Look at that wall of awards, wow!The tasting room was slow when we arrived at Eberle Winery.The funny mantle at Eberle Winery with a furry friend.I was so happy to see another kitty but left it sleeping for a while longer at Eberle Winery.Finding the cat immediately at Eberle Winery in Paso Robles, CA. Brian Delfin PhotographyThe best portrait of this winery cat ever at Eberle Winery! Brian Delfin PhotographyA whole wall of merch and wine for sale of course at Eberle Winery.Looking into the whole indoor space at Eberle Winery.Back to the patio we went to get our welcome pour at Eberle Winery with gear ready to go.It was a windy day on the patio at Eberle Winery! Brian Delfin PhotographyCassie Hepler exploring Eberle Winery in Paso Robles, California. Brian Delfin PhotographyAfter a couple sips and shots, we were led down into the cave at Eberle Winery.Our guide Michael was giving the best tour to guests at Eberle Winery in the mad made caves. Brian Delfin PhotographyJust cheesing it up at Eberle Winery! Brian Delfin PhotographyBarrels everywhere as we went 30 feet down into the earth at Eberle Winery.A private dungeon style dining table at Eberle Winery. It’s a little humid so pin up those curls!Probably the coolest thing I saw at Eberle Winery was this endless table for private events.Beyond the long table, a perfect photo opp at Eberle Winery! Brian Delfin PhotographyAnd these fun accents along the walls at Eberle Winery.A spooky little nook with wine bottles at Eberle Winery. Brian Delfin PhotographyEveryone stopped and took photos here at Eberle Winery.We popped back upstairs and were greeted by this sweet poodle at Eberle Winery.Poodles are always loved and memorialized here at Eberle Winery. The two pups now are Barbara and Biognier.The German origin of the name Eberle, meaning “small boar” is where Eberle Winery came from. In fact, on Instagram it’s Eberle Boar.We returned to table 17 at Eberle Winery with a fresh pour.Catching those last drops of red Syrah flowing in the sun at Eberle Winery.I loved the logo at well at Eberle Winery and just look at those bubbles.Last but not least, the infamous cab at Eberle Winery. So rich and deeply flavored, it put him on the map!Right before we left, another sweet dog greeting guests at Eberle Winery. The animal tour continued at almost every winery!And you can’t miss the boar ready to take a tasting flight at Eberle Winery! Brian Delfin Photography
