There’s a moment we often watch for during wine tastings with a view. A guest takes their first sip, pauses, looks back out at the vineyard, and then returns to the glass as if something has just clicked. That pause is terroir at work. Terroir is one of wine’s most talked-about ideas—and one of its most misunderstood. It’s often reduced to soil type alone, or treated as a romantic abstraction that sounds good but feels hard to pin down. At Paloma, we think of terroir more simply and more personally. Terroir is the story of a place—elevation, soil, climate & site influences such as wind, temperature changes and sun exposures. Essentially, it is what we do not control. What is not terroir? Farming practices, winemaking influences, branding, or anything that is unnatural in the process. To understand Terroir, we like to start with a walk through the vineyard.

The holidays are a time of warmth, laughter, and lingering conversations around a table that feels just a little bit magical. At Paloma Vineyard , we believe that the right wine can turn a good holiday gathering into a deeply memorable one. Whether you’re cozying up by the fire or welcoming friends through your front door, choosing a holiday red that resonates with the season adds richness to every moment. Red wines, with their deep hues and comforting aromatics, often feel like the unofficial wine of cool nights and festive gatherings. This year, elevate your celebrations with selections that embody structure, balance, and that touch of elegance holiday hosts crave.