Shale Oak Winery

Enjoy sustainably-farmed, estate-grown wines crafted within our GOLD LEED and SIP certified winery.

  • About
  • Wines Produced
  • Events
  • Press & Accolades
  • About
    With a keen eye on sustainability in every facet of our business, and adhering to the belief that form follows function, Shale Oak Winery was built by a carefully crafted team. The group synergistically came together to plan, plant and build a vineyard, winery and tasting room that would have next to zero impact on the surrounding environment.

    We have two vineyards, totaling a little over 70 acres. Both are farmed using sustainable practices, with careful attention paid to energy efficiency, water cleanliness and conservation, safe pest management and wild habitat preservation. Our GOLD LEED and SIP Certified Tasting Room, open since October 2011, showcases our limited-production, high-quality wines; the result of our holistic vision.
  • Wines Produced
    Albariño
    Bordeaux-Style Blend
    Cabernet Sauvignon
    Grenache
    Grenache Blanc
    Mourvèdre
    Petit Verdot
    Petite Sirah
    Pinot Noir
    Red Blend
    Red Rhône-Style Blend
    Rosé
    Syrah
    Viognier
    White Rhône-Style Blend
    Zinfandel
  • Events

    LIVE MUSIC – KENNY TAYLOR @SHALE OAK

    Sat | Oct 3, 2026
    We welcome October with Kenny Taylor at the microphone to grace us with his talents. Join us for some gold winning wines and mesmerizing vocals on the patio. Bring your family and friends Saturday afternoon! FREE... View Event Details >

    LIVE MUSIC – FIVE PARTS DEVIL @SHALE OAK

    Sat | Oct 10, 2026
    Saturday, October 10, 2026 1:00-4:00pm They’re back! You love em, we love em, and you know you don’t want to miss out on a this talented band Saturday, October 10th! Bring a picnic and come... View Event Details >

    LIVE MUSIC – EMILY SMITH @SHALE OAK

    Sat | Oct 17, 2026
    EMILY SMITH Saturday, October 17, 2026 1:00-4:00pm Emily Smith is one of Paso Robles favorite performing artists. She hits those keys effortlessly with every song. These feel good vibes are a great way... View Event Details >

    LIVE MUSIC – LESLIE & THE SOUL SHAKERS

    Sat | Oct 24, 2026
    LESLIE & THE SOUL SHAKERS Saturday, October 24, 2026 1:00-4:00pm Last performance of Leslie & the Soul Shakers for the musical season at Shale Oak Winery! As we prepare for the holidays and the... View Event Details >

    LIVE MUSIC – WILL BREMEN @SHALE OAK

    Sat | Oct 31, 2026
    WILL BREMAN Saturday, October 31, 2026 1:00-4:00pm Happy Halloween at Shale Oak Winery! Last show of the season at Shale Oak will be a fun Halloween afternoon featuring Will Breman performing live for... View Event Details >

    HOLIDAY WREATH WORKSHOP

    Sun | Nov 15, 2026
    Holiday Wreath Workshop! 11:00am at Shale Oak Winery Join us at Shale Oak Winery on Sunday, November 15th for a festive holiday wreath-making workshop hosted by Gayle Hascall of Alba Provisions. Create... View Event Details >
  • Press & Accolades

    Accolades

    • 2018 Shale Oak Winery CHI, 2021 Orange County Commercial Wine Competition, Gold, 91 Points
    • 2013 Shale Oak Winery Ka, The Toast of the Coast Wine Competition, SILVER
    • 2020 Shale Oak Winery Syrah, LA Invitational Wine Challenge, Platinum Score, Best of Class, Double Gold, 100 Points
    • 2020 Shale Oak Winery KU, LA Invitational Wine Challenge, Best of Class, Double Gold, 98 Points
    • 2020 Shale Oak Winery Petit Verdot, LA Invitational Wine Challenge, Best of Class, Gold, 93 Points
    • 2020 Shale Oak Winery Zinfandel, LA Invitational Wine Challenge, Gold, 92 Points
    • 2020 Shale Oak Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, LA Invitational Wine Challenge, Gold, 92 Points
    • 2019 Shale Oak Winery Syrah , Sunset International Wine Competition, Double Gold
    • 2018 Shale Oak Winery Syrah, 2021 Orange County Commercial Wine Competition ​, Double Gold, 95 Points
    • 2018 Shale Oak Winery Petit Verdot, 2021 Orange County Commercial Wine Competition, Double Gold, 95 Points
    • 2014 Shale Oak Winery Zinfandel, The Toast of the Coast Wine Competition, GOLD & 90 points
    • 2019 Shale Oak Winery Zinfandel, 2022 Orange County Commercial Wine Competition, Gold, 90 Points
    • 2023 Albariño, Central Coast Wine Competition, Double Gold
    • 2022 Petit Verdot, Central Coast Wine Competition, Double Gold & Best of CLass
    • 2022 Syrah, Central Coast Wine Competition, GOLD
    • 2023 Syrah, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, DOUBLE GOLD
    • 2023 Albariño, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, DOUBLE GOLD
    • 2023 KA, San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge, & SF Chronicle Competition, GOLD -90 POINTS
    • 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon, San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge, PLATINUM -95 POINTS
    • 2024 FU -Viognier, Portland Seafood & Wine Competition, GOLD
    • 2014 Shale Oak Winery Petit Verdot, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, BRONZE
    • 2015 Shale Oak Winery Grenache Blanc, San Francisco International Wine Competition, GOLD & 92 Points
    • 2014 Shale Oak Winery Petit Verdot, San Francisco International Wine Competition, BRONZE
    • 2014 Shale Oak Winery Zinfandel, San Francisco International Wine Competition, BRONZE
    • 2014 Shale Oak Winery Chi, San Francisco International Wine Competition, DOUBLE GOLD & 97 Points
    • 2013 Shale Oak Winery Ka, San Francisco International Wine Competition, SILVER
    • 2013 Shale Oak Winery Ku, San Francisco International Wine Competition, SILVER
    • 2016 Shale Oak Winery Albarino, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, GOLD
    • 2015 Shale Oak Winery Grenache Blanc, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, SILVER
    • 2015 Shale Oak Winery Grenache, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, BEST OF CLASS
    • 2016 Shale Oak Winery Albarino, San Francisco International Wine Competition, GOLD & 90 points
    • 2014 Shale Oak Winery Zinfandel, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, SILVER
    • 2013 Shale Oak Winery Ka, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, SILVER
    • 2014 Shale Oak Winery Chi, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, BEST OF CLASS
    • 2013 Shale Oak Winery Ku, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, SILVER
    • 2016 Shale Oak Winery Albarino, The Toast of the Coast Wine Competition, BEST Albarino, GOLD & 92 points
    • 2015 Shale Oak Winery Grenache Blanc, The Toast of the Coast Wine Competition, SILVER
    • 2015 Shale Oak Winery Grenache, The Toast of the Coast Wine Competition, BEST Grenache, DOUBLE GOLD & 94 points
    • 2014 Shale Oak Winery Petit Verdot, The Toast of the Coast Wine Competition, BEST Petit Verdot, DOUBLE GOLD & 95 points