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

    2026 Concert Series- Shae Angels

    Sat | Apr 18, 2026
    Sit back, relax with a glass of wine, and enjoy the sweet sounds of Shae Angles on the Shale Oak stage April 18th! *Free to the public! Make a reservation today! View Event Details >

    2026 Concert Series- Katie Chappell

    Sat | Apr 25, 2026
    Katie can do it all! You won’t want to miss out on what she has to bring to the stage. Just enjoy yourself with us on Saturday, April 25th! *Free to the public! Make a reservation today! View Event Details >

    2026 CONCERT SERIES – LESLIE ROGERS

    Sat | May 2, 2026
    Welcome back Leslie Rogers & the Soul Shakers! Bring your dancing shoes and come listen to the feel good tunes on the patio at Shale Oak Winery on May 2nd! Always a good time with this band. See you... View Event Details >

    2026 CONCERT SERIES – CASSI NICOLS

    Sat | May 9, 2026
    Come vibe out with us to the lovely sounds of Cassi Nicols! Listen, relax and kick back with a glass of Grenache on Saturday, May 9th. Free to the public! –> Shale Oak Winery View Event Details >

    2026 CONCERT SERIES – KIRK NORDBY

    Sat | May 16, 2026
    Kirk Nordby is a singer, songwriter, and producer based on California’s Central Coast, best known as one-half of the “power-folk” duo Bear Market Riot. Formed in 2014 with Nick Motil,... View Event Details >

    2026 CONCERT SERIES – 5TH ALARM BAND

    Sat | May 23, 2026
    The 5 Alarm Band (or Fifth Alarm Band) comprised of firefighters is a popular local group in the Paso Robles area known for performing country, rock, and blues hits. Come jam out with us! –> Shale... View Event Details >

    2026 CONCERT SERIES – EMILY SMITH

    Sat | May 30, 2026
    Emily Smith brings a refreshing energy, with a voice often likened to a smooth blend of Sheryl Crow and Colbie Caillat. Her soulful, feel-good sound spans a variety of genres, creating the perfect backdrop... 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