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Templeton Gap District

Paso Robles · The Cooling Gap
38Wineries
Rhône blendsSignature
Paso RoblesRegion
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Best Varietals
Rhône blends, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel
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Peak Season
Aug - Nov
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Region
Paso Robles
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Known For
Rhône blends
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🤓 Did You Know?
The Templeton Gap is the crucial break in the coastal range that cools Paso Robles.
Rhône blends Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon Zinfandel

Why This Region Matters

The Templeton Gap District is named for the crucial break in the Santa Lucia mountains that channels cool Pacific air and fog into Paso Robles, making it one of the region's most balanced growing areas. The moderating maritime influence produces Rhône varieties, Cabernet, and Zinfandel with both Paso's generous fruit and welcome freshness and structure.

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Rhône blends Country
The Templeton Gap District is named for the crucial break in the Santa Lucia mountains that channels cool Pacific air and fog into Paso Robles, making it one of the region's most balanced growing areas.
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Distinctive Climate
The Templeton Gap is the single most important cooling influence in Paso Robles, drawing marine air and fog inland through a low point in the coastal range.
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38 Wineries
38 producers in Templeton Gap District are catalogued on Wino Notion, from boutique family estates to established names.
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Part of Paso Robles
Templeton Gap District is a distinct sub-region within Paso Robles, with its own character worth seeking out on any visit.

Climate & Terroir

The Templeton Gap is the single most important cooling influence in Paso Robles, drawing marine air and fog inland through a low point in the coastal range. This gives the district dramatic diurnal swings and a longer growing season than the warmer eastside, preserving acidity in the wines.

Visiting Templeton Gap District

The town of Templeton is a charming, historic stop just south of Paso Robles proper, with a walkable main street.

Wineries in Templeton Gap District

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🗺 Wino Notion Visitor Tip
Templeton Gap District rewards a focused visit. The town of Templeton is a charming, historic stop just south of Paso Robles proper, with a walkable main street. Call ahead, many of the best estates here are by appointment only.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Templeton Gap District known for?

The Templeton Gap District is named for the crucial break in the Santa Lucia mountains that channels cool Pacific air and fog into Paso Robles, making it one of the region's most balanced growing areas. The moderating maritime influence produces Rhône varieties, Cabernet, and Zinfandel with both Paso's generous fruit and welcome freshness and structure.

What is the climate and terroir of Templeton Gap District like?

The Templeton Gap is the single most important cooling influence in Paso Robles, drawing marine air and fog inland through a low point in the coastal range. This gives the district dramatic diurnal swings and a longer growing season than the warmer eastside, preserving acidity in the wines.

What is it like to visit Templeton Gap District?

The town of Templeton is a charming, historic stop just south of Paso Robles proper, with a walkable main street.