Grown from a
Paso Robles Vineyard
Continental Vineyard
Continental Vineyard was purchased in 1973 by visionary Herman Schwartz who initially planted 520 acres of grapevines. Schwartz was considered an innovative grower that embraced sustainable techniques early on during their emergence in the 1980s. He had a keen interest in promoting Paso Robles as a high-quality grape growing region.
Between 1995 and 1998, Schwartz upgraded the vineyard by replanting and carefully choosing materials appropriate to each location across its acreage. Continental’s current owners purchased the ranch in 2006 and remain committed to sustainability by maintaining a future focus on technologically advanced farming methods.
The Vineyard is currently planted to 712.97 acres of premium grapes, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay and other popular varieties. Continental Vineyards remains committed to the sustainable ideals set in place by Schwartz in addition to continuing to showcase the high-quality reputation of Paso Robles wines.
The Vineyard is located approximately 13 miles east of downtown Paso Robles, just north of Hwy 46E, in the Estalla Bench region.
The Paso Robles Region
Paso Robles is California’s fastest-growing American Viticultural Area. Driven by small, family-owned estates like VIRTA Estates, the number of bonded wineries has grown from 50 to over 200.
Often referred to as the “wild west of California wines,” Paso Robles region offers a myriad of red wines with bold alcohol levels and sweet fruit flavors.
About the wine
VIRTA Estates cultivates and crafts a Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon, rich with story and passion for the appellation and terroir.
