Sixmilebridge Winery News and Updates

Welcome to the Sixmilebridge Winery News section. Here, we share the latest happenings from our vineyards in Paso Robles, insights into our winemaking process, and expert articles on wine appreciation. Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or new to the world of wine, our blog offers valuable information to enhance your wine journey.

A Winery Owner’s Guide to the Best Wineries on Peachy Canyon Road

Barbara and I often host guests at our home at Sixmilebridge Winery when we’re not there, family, friends, and even friends of friends. I always offer concierge-style assistance, and unsurprisingly, the request I get most often is for information on the best Paso Robles wineries and wine tasting experiences. Since they are staying at our…

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Meet the Team: Jamie Schmidt

I’ve been in the wine industry for almost 13 years now, and I don’t plan on hanging up my corkscrew anytime soon. My journey kicked off as wine club manager at Lone Madrone, where the winemaker, an unapologetic Bristolian genius, embraces native yeast like a long-lost friend and isn’t afraid of a little fun funk…

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Adelaida District AVA: Limestone-Rich Soils and World-Class Paso Robles Wines

Before we dive into why we farm in the Adelaida District AVA, let’s quickly clear up what an AVA is. AVA stands for American Viticultural Area, which essentially means a designated wine-growing region with unique environmental factors—like climate, soil, and geography—that shape the grapes. Think of an AVA as a wine’s “home address,” where the…

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Paso Robles Wineries with the Best Views: A Guide to Elevated Tasting Experiences

When people ask what I do for a living, I cheekily tell them that I work in an office with an exceptional view (technically true). It just happens to involve wine glasses as well as spreadsheets, and my morning commute is frequented by turkey, deer, and the occasional bobcat. I am, without question, spoiled. What…

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Discover Boutique Paso Robles Wineries: A Local’s Guide to Hidden Wine Gems

In seeking out wine experiences where the vineyard truly shines through the bottle—and where genuine connections are still possible—it’s often the off-the-beaten-path estates that leave the deepest impression. These boutique Paso Robles wineries allow for a more dynamic expression of site and winemaking philosophy, resulting in wines that feel more honest, and entirely singular. Over…

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pH and Wine Quality

pH is a measure that indicates acidity or basicity on a scale of 0 to 14. A pH of seven is neutral, below seven is acidic and above seven is basic; however it’s important to note that pH is measured on a logarithmic scale, so a pH of three is actually 10 times more acidic…

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A Lesson on Structure

Undoubtably, you have heard a Winemaker, a Sommelier, or a wine snob utter the phrase, “This wine has great structure.” What the heck does that even mean? Structure is really about the balance among various characteristics. They all should be in harmony, with one not overpowering the others. Good structure in wine creates a multi-faceted tasting…

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Acid-ventures in Wine

The best wines are in balance among the main four character traits: TanninAlcoholSweetnessAcidity There are several kinds of acids in wines. The most common ones are tartaric acid, lactic acid, and malic acid. Tartaric acid is the most important. It affects the taste, color and aroma of the final product. Ever heard someone ask if…

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2023: Year in Review

We…extra sadly…bid adieu to Hillary Yount, our phenomenal Vineyard Manager for the past 8 years. As you know, she’s been instrumental in farming our organic vineyards and ensuring that her husband, Anthony, has the best fruit our estate has to offer for crafting our wonderful Sixmilebridge wines. Hillary is looking forward to spending more quality…

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