Lopai Cellars

Organically farmed at a unique Willow Creek estate, crafting wines shaped by coastal breezes.

  • About
  • Vineyard Details
  • About
    Organically and sustainably farmed by a local father-and-son team, our estate vineyard is a living legacy in San Luis Obispo County, with roots dating back to 1826. Growing up amid the rolling hills and sunlit valleys of this storied region, we share an intimate connection with the land—from its rich soil and diverse wildlife to the gentle sway of the nearby Pacific Ocean. Located in the heart of the Willow Creek District within the Paso Robles AVA and just 10.5 miles from the coast, our vineyard benefits from oceanic breezes that naturally balance acidity, impart distinctive tannins, and enhance the vibrant color of our wines.

    Our site enjoys temperatures 10 to 15 degrees cooler than downtown Paso Robles, with pronounced diurnal swings—up to 10 degrees between day and night—that allow our grapes to develop complex flavors and aromas. Spanning a 150-foot elevation range, our estate is a mosaic of micro-climates, each lending subtle nuances to our wines.

    Blending tradition with modern innovation, our wines capture the true expression of our unique terroir. Our new winery and tasting room, located in the Templeton Gap district, invites you to experience our passion firsthand—a testament to our commitment to preserving the natural beauty of our land for generations to come.
  • Vineyard Details
    • Farmed organically and sustainably by a local father–son duo in the Willow Creek District of Paso Robles AVA, this vineyard sits just 10.5 miles from the Pacific. Its 150‑ft elevation range creates dramatic micro-climates—cooler temperatures and ocean breezes—that yield wines with balanced acidity and distinctive tannins.
    • First Date Planted: 2000
    • Last Date Planted: 2023
    • Row Spacings: 8x4
    • Rootstock: 1103P, S04
    • Irrigated/Dry Farmed: Minimally irrigated
    • Soil Types: Linne Calodo, Nacimiento
    • Harvest Method: Hand picked
    • Wineries Supplied: Booker, My Favorite Neighbor, Top, Torrin , Hubba, Linne Calodo, Herman Story, Cairjn, Loom, Emercy, El Viñero, Kinero, Dilecta, Levo, Aaron Wines