Parrish Family Team • July 1, 2025

Celebrating 100 Years of Paso Robles Winemaking: The Parrish Family Legacy

Celebrating a Century of Parrish Family

Winemaking on the Central Coast

This year, Parrish Family Vineyard proudly celebrates 100 years of winemaking heritage in Paso Robles. The story began in 1925, when Earl Henderson—grandfather of our founder, David Parrish—moved to Atascadero. As one of the founding fathers of the town, Henderson received Atascadero’s very first P.O. Box—P.O. Box 1. By 1927, he was managing about 740 acres of vineyards and had planted more than 500 acres of Zinfandel, Alicante Bouschet, and Charbono. Notably, the Zinfandel cuttings came from the esteemed Paderewski Ranch, reflecting his dedication to quality from the very start.

During the Prohibition era, while the sale of alcoholic beverages was banned, the cultivation of grapes remained legal. Henderson capitalized on this by growing grape varieties like Alicante Bouschet, known for its thick skin and deep color, making it ideal for transport and home winemaking. This strategic choice allowed him to sustain his vineyards and contribute to the region's agricultural resilience during challenging times.

Inspired by his grandfather's pioneering spirit, David Parrish pursued viticulture, graduating from U.C. Davis in 1974. He founded A&P Ag Structures, a vineyard trellising company that collaborated with renowned wineries such as Robert Mondavi and Beringer. In 2004, David returned to his roots, establishing Parrish Family Vineyard. The winery's tasting room, opened in 2018 on Adelaida Road, was designed to reflect the charm of the original family home in Creston, offering visitors an authentic Paso Robles wine experience.

Anniversary Party Tickets

To commemorate this 100-year milestone, we invite you to our Annual Anniversary Party on Saturday, August 2nd, from 6 PM to 9 PM at our scenic Adelaida estate! Enjoy an evening of exceptional Paso Robles wines, special BBQ buffet, and live entertainment by Heartache Tonight: A Tribute to The Eagles!

Tickets $85 for wine club members (discount code available) and $150 for non-members.

Ticket purchase includes:

Admission
Glass of wine
Dinner
Live Music From Heartache Tonight: A Tribute to the Eagles
Special pricing on select Parrish Family Vineyard wines
AND our exclusive Clone 6 available!

Come toast with us—honoring where we’ve been, enjoying where we are, and dreaming of what’s next in every vintage!

Cheers,

Parrish Family Team

Anniversary Party Tickets

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