The weather has been one for the ages, with record rainfall coming from a parade of storms across the Pacific and bringing much-needed moisture to a very parched Central Coast. It’s a little soon to tell how the recent deluge will affect the 2023 vintage. However, with on and off again rainfall, it allows the ground time for saturation, which helps in the retention of moisture down deep for roots to access later in the season. Here’s a collection of images that help tell the story of the winter rains in Paso Wine Country.

PC: Adelaida Vineyards & Winery