Here By Chance Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

This vintage opens with ripe cassis and lush red berry fruit, layered with warm cedar and a touch of sage — an herbaceous whisper that grounds the full fruit. Beneath that lies Paso’s signature drift of “dust” from the terroir, adding texture and regional identity. On the palate the wine is rich and mouth-filling, with bold tannins providing structure and a luxuriant, plush finish. The oak is present but well balanced, complementing the fruit rather than overshadowing it. The result is a Cabernet with power and elegance — ready to drink now yet built for a few years of evolution.

This wine pairs beautifully with grilled rib-eye steak, braised short ribs, hearty beef bourguignon, mushroom risotto with truffle oil, wild boar ragu, lamb chops with rosemary, peppercorn-crusted venison, barbecued lamb sliders, aged cheddar and blue cheeses, port-glazed duck breast, smoked gouda and fig tartlets, rosemary garlic roasted potatoes, balsamic-glazed portobello mushrooms, stuffed peppers with chorizo, and rich chocolate-espresso dessert.

Nestled on California’s Central Coast lies the Paso Robles AVA in San Luis Obispo County — a region that emerged from meager beginnings into one of the country’s most dynamic wine regions. The story began in the 18th-century missions and evolved through the late 20th century, as viticulture took hold in the area’s warm days, cool nights and calcareous soils. In recent decades Paso Robles has become celebrated for bold Bordeaux-style reds and Rhône blends, gaining acclaim for robust flavors and value.

Into this setting comes the Here By Chance Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, a wine that leans into Paso’s strength for big, expressive reds. Inspired by the region’s landscape and spirit of spontaneity, the brand embraces the idea of finding something exceptional when you least expect it. It sources fruit from key Paso districts and uses skilled California winemakers to craft a wine that represents the region’s generous style — ripeness, structure and bold flavor.

The wine is built around Cabernet Sauvignon, supported by Petite Sirah and Syrah, and matured in French oak to deliver concentration and finesse. Through its design the wine nods not just to Paso Robles’ rising reputation but to a sense of discovery and adventure in every glass.