Sunset over the rolling vineyards of Paso Robles reveals lush greenery in the foreground. The sun casts a warm glow across the landscape, highlighting the contours of the hills and rows of grapevines stretching into the distance.

The Vineyards That Shape Our Bordeaux Blends

Welcome to Peachy Canyon, a gem in the heart of Paso Robles wine country. This twisting, winding ravine marks the northern border of the Willow Creek District AVA and the southern edge of Adelaida. This is a land of oak, walnut orchards, olive trees, and almond groves, where sustainable and organic farming brings out the best in our vines. Native grasses sway between the vine rows, creating a harmonious balance between nature and agriculture.

A vineyard in Paso Robles at sunset features rows of grapevines with autumn foliage. The golden light casts a warm glow over the rolling hills and distant horizon, with a few wispy clouds in the sky.

The Natural Beauty of Our Terroir

This is a land of color. The rolling hills of Paso Robles are emerald in the winter, when the vines are dormant, and turn golden in the summer as grapevines flourish in brilliant green. The vibrant landscape is dotted with wildflowers and native flora, such as delicate California sagebrush, fluffy, white-flowered coyote brush, crimson-dotted hollyleaf redberry, yellow flannel bush, and magenta chaparral pea.

Even the earth beneath our feet is colorful. Porous, calcareous limestone — key to the world’s greatest wine regions — lends acidity and complexity to our wines. Composed of primordial fossilized ocean floor, it is typically white; but here in Peachy Canyon, our limestone glows a rosy pink, indicating the presence of rusted iron and telling a geological tale 10 million years in the making.

An illustrated map portrays the terraced fields of Paso Robles. On the left, shades of blue and gray paint the scene, while earthy browns define the right. Green forests cradle these terraces, dotted with small huts nestled beside both cultivated landscapes.

Our Paso Robles Vineyards

As part of the Adelaida District, one of the highest-elevation winegrowing areas in Paso Robles, our vineyards are perched at an altitude of 2,000 feet and get 360 degrees of exposure. It’s not an easy life for the vines. The temperature swings are dramatic, the daylight sunshine intense, the fogs and breezes off the Pacific chilling, all of which contribute to small grape clusters with thick skins and concentrated flavors. These intense conditions produce bold, complex wines that are distinctly Paso Robles.

A picturesque landscape of rolling hills in the Paso Robles vineyard, featuring rows of grapevines extending into the distance. The scene includes winding roads and a mix of greenery and dry, brown terrain under a clear blue sky.

Maidie

Jim’s paternal grandmother, Maidie, was a whirlwind of energy. She had a lively wit and loved a good gag. The name of our first estate vineyard is apt, because this fruit is remarkably vibrant and expressive. Maidie includes 14 distinct blocks, encircling 14 acres in an amphitheater formation. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Zinfandel, Semillon, and Sauvignon Blanc grow from the pink limestone-riddled soil.

A scenic view of rolling hills covered in a vineyard under the clear blue sky of Paso Robles. Rows of grapevines are neatly arranged across the landscape, with patches of trees and winding roads weaving through the picturesque countryside.

Grace

Jim’s “Nana,” on his mother’s side, was a warm, welcoming Tennesseean, a devout churchgoer and a consummate hostess. She never touched alcohol but would have appreciated the irony of lending her name to a vineyard. Ten acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc vines surround our tasting room at the northeastern corner of our property. While pink limestone marks the rest of our estate, the clay-rich soil of Grace Vineyard favors white limestone.

The image depicts a Paso Robles vineyard at sunset, with sunlight filtering through the grapevines. Rows of grape plants stretch across a gently sloping hill, and the sky is a warm, glowing hue, creating a serene atmosphere.

Florabel

We have exciting plans in store for the wild frontier of our Paso Robles ranch. It’s a new ten-acre vineyard, occupying a hilltop on the western edge of the estate. In addition to Malbec, we’ll be planting some of the newly approved grape Bordeaux grape varieties—such as Marselan and Touriga Nacional—here. We’ve named it after Barbara’s maternal grandmother, Florabel, who ran a Texas cattle ranch alongside her husband. She was wedded to the land and lived in tune with the elements.

Sixmilebridge’s vineyards are high in elevation, they face multiple aspects, they’re on steep slopes, and the soil structure is a challenge. But you know what? That’s what excites growers. The tougher the terrain, the more characterful the wine.

— Hillary Yount
Close-up of purple lupine flowers in the foreground with a picturesque Paso Robles vineyard on a hillside in the background, under a clear blue sky.

Come See Where Our Wines Begin

After walking through the story of our vineyards, we invite you to experience the wines they inspire. Join us for a seated tasting in the heart of Peachy Canyon, where each Bordeaux blend reflects the beauty, complexity, and care found in our vines. It’s a visit worth making—and a glass worth remembering.

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