{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"What Makes Paso Robles Wines Different from Napa and Sonoma with Jane Dunkley - #037","description":" Inside Wine Podcast \u2014 Episode 37 Featuring Jane Dunkley, Winemaker for Bezel Wines Episode Summary In this episode of the Inside Wine Podcast, host Joe Janish interviews Jane Dunkley, the Western Australia\u2013born winemaker behind Bezel Wines in Paso Robles, California. Jane shares her unconventional path into winemaking, what makes Paso Robles such a dynamic and \u201cWild West\u201d wine region, and how Bezel is creating wines that are Cakebread\u2011inspired yet distinctly their own. Topics Covered \ud83c\udf47 Jane\u2019s Winemaking Journey  Growing up on a beef cattle farm in Western Australia Early exposure to wineries and viticulture Coming to California for a \u201cthree\u2011month\u201d harvest and never leaving Finding a home\u2014and creative freedom\u2014in Paso Robles  \ud83c\udf04 What Makes Paso Robles Unique  A pioneering, still\u2011evolving wine region Wide range of grape varieties thanks to diverse microclimates Dramatic day\u2011night temperature swings creating fresh, balanced wines A collaborative, community\u2011driven winemaking culture The celebrated Women in Wine tasting group Jane is part of  \ud83c\udf77 Inside Bezel Wines  A new brand created by the Cakebread family Inspired by Cakebread\u2019s freshness and balance, but with a distinct identity Focused on four varietals:  Paso Robles: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc SLO Coast: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir   Wines priced accessibly ($25\u2013$30) to welcome younger and newer wine drinkers  \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Food &amp;amp; Wine Pairing Tips from Jane  Philly cheesesteak \u2192 Cabernet Sauvignon Pepperoni pizza \u2192 Syrah\/Shiraz Anything rich &amp;amp; fatty \u2192 Riesling (her personal favorite pairing variety)  \ud83e\udded Visiting Paso Robles  A growing tourism and culinary scene Boutique hotels and renovated mid\u2011century motels \u201cTin City\u201d \u2014 a must\u2011visit hub of small wineries, breweries, and food spots A fun, cowboy\u2011country atmosphere (plus Boot Barn adventures!) Why now is the perfect time to visit before the region gets too crowded  Why Try Bezel Wines? Jane emphasizes that Bezel has \u201csomething for everyone\u201d\u2014fresh, energetic whites, cool\u2011climate Pinot Noir, and Paso Cabernets that lean slightly off the expected path. Above all, Bezel aims to make wine approachable, food\u2011friendly, and free of pretense. Connect With the Guest Instagram: @janemakeswine Bezel wines website:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/bezelwines.com\/&amp;nbsp; More From Inside Wine For more wine education\u2014with zero snobbery\u2014visit wine365.com.  ","author_name":"Inside Wine Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/wine365.com\/inside-wine-podcast\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40536635\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/7b1334\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/199846475"}