Hearst Ranch Winery- San Simeon

This modern tasting room boasts stunning oceanfront views, making it an unforgettable experience.

  • About
  • Vineyard Details
  • Varieties Grown
  • Press & Accolades
  • About
    Nestled beside the iconic Highway 1 in the charming seaside Old San Simeon Village, where the Pacific Coast Highway meets the rugged beauty of the Central Coast, Hearst Ranch Winery offers an unforgettable tasting experience. This modern tasting room boasts stunning oceanfront views and panoramic vistas, making it a picturesque spot to enjoy a wine tasting. Indulge in exceptional wines while savoring bites from local food vendor Seaside Foods. Order food from Seaside Foods ahead of time to enjoy alongside your wine tasting, or grab a bite before your reservation. Seaside Foods is located across the street at the historic Sebastian's General Store.
  • Vineyard Details
    • The eastern Paso Robles meso-climate of Saunders Vineyard is the perfect environment for growing Syrah, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Merlot and Tempranillo grapes. Saunders Vineyard, established in 1994, is now home to Hearst Ranch Winery’s Paso Robles tasting room and winery.
    • First Date Planted: 1994
  • Varieties Grown
    • Tempranillo | 4 acres

    • Malbec | 8 acres

    • Petite Sirah | 5 acres

    • Petit Verdot | 6 acres

    • Cabernet Sauvignon | 30 acres

    • Merlot | 2 acres

    • Cabernet Franc | 4 acres

    • Cabernet Franc | 1 acres

    • Syrah Noir | 5 acres

  • Press & Accolades

    Press

    • Dec 2018 | Why California’s Paso Robles Could be the Next Bordeaux

    Accolades

    • 2015 Barrel Select Red Cuvee "The Point", Vinous, Sep 2018, 93 Pts
    • 2014 Three Sisters White Cuvee, Wine & Spirits, Sep 2017, 91 Points, Best Buy
    • 2014 Proprietor's Reserve Chardonnay, Josh Raynolds, Vinous, 92 Pts
    • 2014 "Chileno" Tempranillo, California State Fair, Gold, Best of Class of Region, 95 Pts
    • 2014 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Wine Advocate, 94 + Pts
    • 2015 Pergola Petite Sirah, Vinous, 93 Pts
    • 2015 Bunkhouse Cabernet Sauvignon, Vinous, 91 Pts
    • 2015 Bunkhouse Cabernet Sauvignon, Wine Advocate, 90 Pts
    • 2015 Proprietor's Reserve Chardonnay, Vinous, 92 Pts
    • 2015 Barrel Select Red Cuvee "The Point", Wine Enthusiast, 91 Pts
    • 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon "Bunkhouse", Wine Enthusiast, 91 PTS
    • 2016 Red Cuvee "Three Sisters", Wine Enthusiast, 90 PTS
    • 2016 Cabernet Franc "Lone Tree", Vinous, 92 PTS
    • 2015 GSM Reserve, Wine & Spirits, 92 PTS