Vinum Vita

In this series of posts I explore several of the Perrin family’s wines such as La Vieille Ferme, Tablas Creek, Famille Perrin (previously Perrin & Fils), Maison Nicolas Perrin and hopefully the flagship Chateau de Beaucastel.. I want to better understand the Perrin style and what I love about it.

Paso Robles Syrah 101

I’ve never been sure if I actually like Syrah. I’m a Rhone guy so I really should like Syrah, in fact… I should love it. The confusion surrounding Syrah has plagued me and here I intend to correct the situation.

Why Paso Robles? Being new to the area, this is a question I’ve often been asked; behind perhaps Where are you from? – What do you do? – small talk, chit chat.  But I like the question Why Paso Robles?  I have a good answer. I love wine.  I’m passionate about wine, especially the Rhone varietals. […]