Fans of small-batch vineyards take note: Mark Aug. 5 on your calendars. That’s when tickets go on sale for the Garigiste Festival in Paso Robles, Calif. The festival, set for Nov. 7–10, celebrates some of the best small-batch vineyards.
A French term that originated in the Bordeaux region of France to cast aspersion on rogue small-lot vintners, garagiste has evolved into a badge of honor — designating an entire movement within the world of wine. More than 48 garagiste winemakers will take part this year, sharing their handcrafted elixirs. Participating wineries produce less than 1,200 cases a year. This year’s line-up includes Vines on the Marycrest, Les Deux Chats, HammerSky Vineyards, Ghost Cellars, Edmond August, Cloak & Dagger, Bella Luna Estate, Paso Port Cellars and Seven Angels Cellars.
Festival events include seminars, a grand tasting, after-party and pourings with artisan producers at Windfall Farms. Winemaker panels and tastings include “Garagiste Outlaws: Breaking the Old World Blending Rules” and “What’s Wrong with this Picture? Educate Your Palate About the Most Common Wine Flaws.” Additional events take place at a variety of area venues, including the Shiners, Samples & Secrets Winemaker Mixer at the Pavilion on the lake in Atascadero.
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