Who loves Italian wines? Who thinks of Paso Robles for Italian wines? Look, there are a number of wineries making lovely Italian wines in Paso Robles (more than you might think) and Pelletier is one of the best. The wonderful magic touch of winemaker Amy Butler and the good vineyards of Janis Pelletiere Denner combine to make for some very good wine. Walk-In Tasting Hours: 11 am to 5 pm Thursday-Monday. Tues/Wed by appointment. Tasting Fee: $20 per tasting of approx. 5 wines.

What to do when a disaster happens? What disaster you ask? We could not attend one of the great wine events of the year, James Sucklings Great Wines of Italy. But do not fear, we called in another Aussie drinker to attend so you, and we, could enjoy all of those beautiful Italian wines vicariously through a wine lover with a fine palate and not just a couple of grumpy old punters. So this time you don't need to take our word for it, you now have the privilege of reading about