Ep 124: Cabernet Franc’s Rise in Paso – Featuring LXV Wines and Adelaida Cellars

Ep 124: Cabernet Franc’s Rise in Paso – Featuring LXV Wines and Adelaida Cellars

49:13 Mar 14, 2025
About this episode
? Where Wine Takes You – Episode Highlights ?    In this episode of Where Wine Takes You, we dive into Cabernet Franc’s moment in the spotlight and how Paso Robles is shaping its future. Once considered just a blending grape, Cab Franc is proving it can stand on its own—with structure, depth, and a signature Paso character. To break it all down, we’re joined by: Neeta Mittal, LXV Wines – A master of food & wine pairings who’s helping elevate Cab Franc’s versatility. Jude Radeski, GM of Adelaida Vineyard – A leader in high-elevation winemaking and site-driven Cab Franc expressions. We also touch on CabFrancMasters, a one-day only event dedicated to celebrating this complex and elegant varietal. Travel Paso Spotlight: Parchetto Bistro  We catch up with Carol MacDonal, owner of Parchetto Bistro & Il Cortile, two of Paso’s most celebrated restaurants.   Parchetto Bistro’s Park Street Jazz Night with WhistlePig A New York-style jazz night featuring WhistlePig whiskey pairings & a four-course dinner. Live jazz, expertly crafted cocktails, and an elevated dining experience in downtown Paso. Paso Wine Wire – Latest Paso Wine News Best of Paso Auction Lot to Honor JoAnn Cherry at T.J. Martell Foundation Event Paso’s wine community has created a one-of-a-kind auction lot in memory of JoAnn Cherry (Villa Creek & MAHA
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