Condiciones ideales de cultivo
A 425 metros de altura en la ladera oeste de Paso Robles, nuestro viñedo de 4,8 hectáreas prospera en suelos magros y calcáreos, ideales para fruta de baja producción y alta calidad. Cultivamos en secano y seguimos prácticas sostenibles.
Además de las variedades de Burdeos, recientemente hemos plantado Pinot Noir en la cima de una colina cerca de la casa familiar, aprovechando los diversos microclimas del lugar.
La producción anual está limitada a 2.600-3.000 cajas, elaboradas mediante métodos tradicionales: fermentación en lotes pequeños, bazuqueos manuales y crianza en barrica.
Desde que obtuvimos nuestra primera medalla de oro en 1996, nuestros vinos continúan ganando reconocimiento por su elegancia y profundidad.
Haciendo realidad el sueño
La pasión de Bob Dunning por el vino comenzó mientras viajaba por las regiones vinícolas de California. Tras adquirir la propiedad de Paso Robles en la década de 1980, la familia lanzó su primera cosecha en 1991.
Bob comenzó a abastecerse de Chardonnay de James Berry en 1986 y finalmente plantó su propio viñedo utilizando los esquejes de Berry.
El objetivo era claro: elaborar vinos cultivados y embotellados en la finca.
Con el tiempo, el viñedo se expandió para incluir Cabernet Sauvignon y Merlot, además de Zinfandel y mezclas de estilo Ródano agregadas a partir de frutas de fuentes seleccionadas.
El arte de hacer vino
VINOS DE PEQUEÑA LOTE CON ARRASADA EN LA TRADICIÓN
En Dunning Estate, la vinificación es un arte intencional y práctico. Cada lote se fermenta por separado en pequeños recipientes abiertos, lo que permite una atención minuciosa al detalle en cada etapa. Los vinos tintos se bazuquean suavemente a mano para realzar la estructura y preservar los delicados aromas, capturando la esencia de la fruta sin trabajarla excesivamente.
Los vinos blancos se fermentan en barricas de roble francés para desarrollar texturas complejas y una sutil complejidad. Adoptamos un enfoque minimalista, utilizando levaduras autóctonas siempre que sea posible y guiando cuidadosamente cada fermentación a temperaturas bajas para preservar su carácter y equilibrio.
La crianza se realiza en barricas de roble francés cuidadosamente seleccionadas, con una cuidadosa combinación de madera nueva y neutra para realzar la profundidad natural del vino. Cada paso, desde la fermentación hasta el ensamblaje, se guía por la experiencia y el tacto, dando lugar a vinos concentrados, elegantes e inconfundiblemente Dunning.
Una auténtica bodega familiar
En Dunning Estate, la familia no solo está entre bastidores, sino que es el centro de todo lo que hacemos. Bob y Jo-Ann Dunning suelen estar en la sala de catas, sirviendo vinos y dando la bienvenida a los invitados.
Su hijo Garrett gestiona el club de vinos y está profundizando en el negocio familiar. También encontrará a familiares y amigos participando en eventos o ayudando en la sala de catas.
¡No te sorprendas si Penny, el golden retriever de la familia, pasa a saludar!
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Our pup enjoying the fresh grass and sunshine after a nice December rain. Pruning starts soon.Button -
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Simple however effective. Four Hearts Temp going in. 33 years in the willow creek thank you for all that have supported us we are grateful to continue this work,Button -
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This 2022 estate Chardonnay is live at Libretto Paso Jazz Club! #pasowine #chardonnayButton -
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Last Thursday we brought in the estate Chardonnay 11 1/2 ton boxes of beautiful fruit. 33 year old vines.Button -
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Meet Penelope our new team member in training for vineyard samples and wine tasting. Book a private winemaker tasting. Cheers!Button -
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92 from Vinous for our 21 Cabernet Reserve Darkly floral and earthy in all the best possible ways. The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve wafts up with shaving of blood orange, crushed blackberries, sage and incense. It floods the palate with silken textures and a mix of sweet and sour wild Berry fruits, all guided by fresh acidity as fine-grained tannins mount toward the close. This tapers off long, structured and staining, leaving the mouth watering for more as hints of licorice persist. Thank you Eric Guido! Taste this gem by appointment at Dunning Vineyards. Message or website.Button -
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Our 33 year old Chardonnay vines produce small clusters of balanced fruit in our willow creek district vineyard. We tread lightly on the soils with organic farming. Book a tasting with our winemaker by message or website. Personal and informative. Cheers.Button -
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Release of our Reserve Cabernet This weekend! Come see us at the winery or at Paso Wine Fest.Button -
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Sunset at “Ridge Top” after a surprise summer shower.Button -
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Beautiful shot by 🤩 @tastesoftheterroirButton -
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Another great tasting with guests from Niche Wine Tours! Private winemaker tastings.Button -
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Thank you @nichewinetours for joining us! 🍷Button -
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Cool morning Estate Cabernet Franc. Nice to have the Fall weather again! Thank you Mother Nature.Button -
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Chardonnay ready for the press. Very nice, ripe and clean!Button -
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2022 Chardonnay harvest great crew!Button -
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Our 31 year old Chardonnay vines are still producing awesome grapes.Button -
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Hello buds 😍2022 Estate ChardonnayButton -
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Runoff from the recent rains have uncovered the rock hard calcarious limestone just inches below the surface of the vineyard which can easily be seen hereButton -
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Autumn in the Willow Creek DistrictButton -
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All smiles when you’re wine tasting! 🍷Button -
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What a view! 📷:@cvperry711Button -
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Thanks for stopping by @auggie_thedoodButton -
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Sunsets over the vineyard. Doesn’t get much better than this.Button -
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Some baby grape leaves enjoying the sunshine 🌞Button -
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We’re closed today, come find us at the end of the road every Friday, Saturday, or Sunday!Button -
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Not a bad spot for breakfast. ☕️ - The patio on our private guest villa. Available for rent on Booking.com. 📸: @draagspeedButton -
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Good morning from the top of the vineyard. 🌅Button -
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Pinot and Chardonnay coming in hot!! 🚜🍇🍇Button -
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Happy Friday! Who’s ready for harvest? 🍇Button -
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Lovely photo of our Estate Cab Sav by @officialwineunicorn thanks for all the love 😊Button -
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See you all tomorrow at @harmonywineandbeerfestival ! Cheers!Button -
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We love when @central_coast_jeep_tours stops by the winery! Check them out sometime if you’re looking to book a tour. 🍷 🚙💨Button -
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WTF (Welcome to Friday!) 💥 What are your weekend plans? 🍷🌳 We are open every Fri Sat Sun!Button -
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Wine Festival was a great success despite the weather. Thanks to everyone that came out and to the staff that helped put it together! 🍷 🌞 🌧🌳Button -
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It’s Paso Robles Wine Festival weekend! Which wineries are you visiting? 🍷 🍇 🧀Button -
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Incase you didn’t know, our wines also pair great with sunsets! 🌅 🍷Button -
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Imagine waking up to this view! 😊 It’s possible at our beautiful Guest Villa, which was listed on the @pasowine “7 Best Wineries with Lodging” (link in bio) 🌳🍇 🌞Button -
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Doing a little mowing in the vineyard today.Button -
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@officialwineunicorn enjoying our estate Vin De Casa for their Christmas podcast. 🎄🍷 We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and got a chance to enjoy some great wine!Button -
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Beautiful morning in the vineyard #dunningvineyardsButton -
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Grenache is one of the most widely planted grapes in the world. It ripens late, so it needs hot, dry conditions such as those found in Spain, where the grape originated. Here in Paso Robles we have a slightly cooler climate. So it is usually one of the last varietals to be harvested, but it‘s certainly worth the wait!Button -
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Petite Sirah is coming along nice 🤩👌Button -
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The artist in his studio. #fermentation #dunningvineyardsButton -
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Chardonnay, the red wine lovers white wine. #dunningvineyards #harvestButton -
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Early morning in the Pino Noir fields 🌅🍇 #firstfruit #dunningvineyards #harvestButton -
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What type of wine should we put in our new tank❓Button -
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Wine improves with age... and I improve with wine! 🍷😂 | 📷: @jarretbees | #dunningvineyardsButton -
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Happy Friday wine lovers!! ❤️ 🍷 #dunningvineyards 📷: @swirl_smell_sipButton -
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Not only are the winery doors large enough to fit a forklift with 6 full barrels through, but it’s also a popular photo backdrop! Thanks for visiting! 📷: @verytrueindeedButton -
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It’s a willow creek party! Thanks Pebble, Terry, and Justin for the hospitality! @saxumvineyardsButton -
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You guys ready for the weekend? Bob and Joann sure are.Button -
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You know what day it is. What are you drinking? #winewednesday 📷: @alibongo104Button -
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In 2007 there were roughly 100 wineries in Paso Robles, currently there are over 200(To give some scale, there are about 400 wineries in Napa Valley). We’re glad to be one of the first estate wineries in the region, and we’re excited to see what the future has in store! #TBTButton -
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The artist at work. #winemaker #dunningvineyardsButton -
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Happy Friday. Who’s thirsty? #dunningvineyards #fridayvibesButton -
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Beautiful day at the office. #dunningvineyardsButton -
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Great shot by @pasomagazine of Bob having a blast with Mark, Maggie, and Philip from @windward_vineyard and @asuncionwine at the 15th annual Pinot and Paella festival. Check the link in our bio to read the full article.Button -
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Lupinus, commonly known as lupin or lupine (North America), is a genus of flowering plants known for their bright blue and white appearance. They are widely cultivated, both as a food source and as ornamental plants. #dunningvineyards 📷: @tropicaltravelgirlButton -
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Great pic from the guest villa overlooking the zinn vines! #dunningvineyards to get featured 📷:@mjlilonButton
