Private Wine Tasting in Paso Robles: Three Estate Wines

Taste three distinct wines that show what Al Lago's winemaking philosophy actually means

A private wine tasting in Paso Robles featuring three estate wines (Romanza, Sonata, and Aria) guided in English over 90 minutes. Each wine represents a different expression of the winery's approach: an Italian-style blend, a Super Tuscan, and an estate Syrah. The tasting is structured around small-lot, estate-driven winemaking that draws on Old World tradition and California craftsmanship.

The experience

You arrive for an intimate tasting that moves past the standard lineup. Instead of sampling a broad range, you work through three wines that each tell a specific story about the winery's philosophy. Romanza opens with a Corvina and Rondinella blend: a rare pairing in California that captures Northern Italian character. Sonata follows with a Super Tuscan approach, combining Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Sangiovese in a single expression. Aria closes with estate Syrah, known for its silky texture and expressive spice. A live guide in English walks you through each one, explaining the choices behind the blend and what each wine is meant to show.

The tasting runs 90 minutes and is structured as a flight: three wines, one curated experience. Because it's private, the pace and the depth of conversation adjust to what you want to know. The winery is wheelchair accessible, and public transportation options are available nearby if you're not driving.

What’s included

• Three estate wines in a curated flight (Romanza, Sonata, and Aria).
• live English-speaking guide.
• 90-minute tasting experience.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Tuesday and Wednesday

AgesAdult (under 65) · Senior (65 and older)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Al Lago Winery

Is this one for you?Book this tasting if you have an afternoon free and want to understand how one winery's philosophy shapes three completely different wines. The private format means you set the pace and ask what matters to you about each one.

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Top questions

What makes Romanza different from other Corvina blends I might find elsewhere?

Romanza combines Corvina and Rondinella in a blend that's uncommon in California. It's built to capture the romance and balance of Northern Italian winemaking rather than the bolder California style.

How long does the tasting actually take from start to finish?

The tasting runs 90 minutes, structured as a single curated flight of three wines with guidance from a live English-speaking guide.

Is this tasting private, or will I be joining other guests?

This is a private tasting, so you and your group experience the three wines together without other visitors.

What does Sonata taste like compared to the other two wines?

Sonata is a Super Tuscan blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Sangiovese. It sits between the refined Italian character of Romanza and the bold intensity of the estate Syrah in Aria.