In one wine region of California, Onx Winery began with a family’s passion for wine while paying tribute to the unique terroir of Paso Robles.
It all started when Steve and Brenda Olson decided on a second career in wine. Steve owned a Seal Beach-based real estate firm specializing in affordable housing. They purchased 60 acres of land adjacent to Santa Rita Creek. Located in the Templeton Gap AVA, it was known for its extreme temperature variations and gusty winds. From that point, Steve was an active participant in making the best possible wines that represent the diversity of Paso Robles.
I’ve been to Paso Robles twice and have experienced the diversity of soils, varieties of grapes, pioneering people, and history that make it special.
The vineyard was planted in 2005, focusing on the most common Rhône varietals like Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre as well as Cabernet Sauvignon. Throughout the years, they looked to innovate and planted an assortment of different varietals from France, Spain, Portugal, and Italy. Currently, they are focusing on trying Portuguese varieties and Grenache Gris.
Onx Wines in Tin City, Courtesy of Onx Wines
Onx Wines Clark House vineyard vacation stay backyard view, Courtesy of Onx Wines
Sustainability and Innovation: Exploring Onx Wine’s Remarkable Journey
Onx Wine released its first experimental vintage in 2008 and has expanded its vineyard holdings, planted additional grape varieties, and continued to hone winemaking techniques with a focus on becoming a sustainable winery. They
This Article was originally published on Dallas Wine Chick
