White Wines. Limestone Soils. Old Vines.
When we started working in Paso Robles 20 years ago, white wines were an afterthought for most wineries. Something they produced in tiny quantities for the few tasters who didn’t want the robust reds the region was quickly becoming known for. Given our proliferation of Calcareous soils, cool overnight low temperatures, and impossibly steep hillsides, it seemed to us that white wines should be Paso’s flagship.Inspired by regions that share many of those same qualities — Chablis, Wachau, and Chateauneuf du Pape — we sought out exceptional sites farmed by incredible stewards to launch Kinero Cellars in 2008.
We were fortunate to start with Roussanne from the famed James BerryVineyard, which is like launching a wine label at 23 years old by making Le Clos. Since then, we’ve slowly built a portfolio of vineyards that will make you rethink what you know about California wines. By combining long-term partnerships with generational winegrowers, vineyard-first winemaking, and a whole lot of elbow grease, we produce singular wines of elegance, purity, and energy.
Alice
2025 Grenache Blanc
An exotic nose filled with cantaloupe, Asain pear, and wet slate. Zippy and oh-so crushable on the palate — this is the perfect porch, pool, or pond sipper this summer
Talley
2024 Talley Chardonnay
A brightly pitched nose filled with citrus and pineapple notes, complemented by a powerful mid-palate and precise acidity. It’s a wine that’s drinking fantastic right now but will reward those who are willing to give bottles 3-5 years in their cellar.
Rosé
2025 Rose of Grenache
Ruby red grapefruit, guava, and botanicals blend on the nose while a fleshy core of fruit is focused by perfectly balanced acidity and a silky texture.