Check out what folks are saying about our exhibits, books, films, and more! We love hearing feedback. If you’ve published an article about our exhibits, projects, or work, please email info@winehistoryproject.org.
“2025 San Luis Obispo County Wine Industry Awards Recognize Industry Leaders”
By Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance | https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/305296
The San Luis Obispo County wine industry comes together annually to honor members of the local wine community. These awards recognize dedication, stewardship, innovation, and leadership demonstrated in the County. The 2025 San Luis Obispo County Wine Industry Awards go to – Wine Grape Grower of the Year, Aron Nevarez; Winemaker of the Year, Molly Bohlman; and Wine Industry Person of the Year, Christopher Taranto. In addition, the San Luis Obispo County wine community recognizes Libbie Agran, historian, archivist, and the visionary founder of the Wine History Project of San Luis Obispo County, with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
“UC Davis Library To Preserve Central Coast Wine Legacy With $250k Archive Gift”
By Paso Robles Press & Colony Magazine | https://pasoroblespress.com/lifestyle/paso-robles-wine-country/uc-davis-library-to-preserve-central-coast-wine-legacy-with-250k-archive-gift/ & https://issuu.com/colonymagazine/docs/paso_robles_press_july_17_2025
The UC Davis Library — home to the world’s most comprehensive wine research collection — is now the steward of a unique archive donated by Central Coast wine historian Libbie Agran and the Wine History Project of San Luis Obispo County. The donation, which includes $250,000 to support long-term preservation and access, ensures that the stories, culture and contributions of one of California’s most distinctive wine regions will be shared with generations of students, scholars and thousands who live and work in wine regions throughout California.
“The Wine History Project Of San Luis Obispo County”
By The Paso Robles History Museum | https://www.pasorobleshistorymuseum.org/wine-history-project
In 2015, Libbie Agran established the Wine History Project to create a timeline of the history of local viticulture and winemaking to share with the public…. to study the land, microclimates, grape varietals, growers, and winemakers who have shaped the wine history of San Luis Obispo County. Today, the Wine History Project continues to document and preserve the unique wine history of San Luis Obispo County and presently has a Wine History Gallery in the Paso Robles History Museum.
“Honoring A Humble Visionary”
Eberle Winery marks its 40th anniversary as founder Gary Eberle turns 75. Discover how this Paso Robles winery and man has had a lasting impact on wine country in San Luis Obispo County.
“Preserving Terroir: San Luis Obispo Wine Historian Libbie Agran Donates Collection To UC Davis Library”
Wine History Project Of San Luis Obispo County | By Sarah Colwell | https://winehistoryproject.org/preserving-terroir-libbie-agran-donates-collection/
The UC Davis Library — home to the world’s most comprehensive wine research collection — is now the steward of a unique archive donated by Central Coast wine historian Libbie Agran and the Wine History Project of San Luis Obispo County. The donation, which includes $250,000 to support long-term preservation and access, ensures that the stories, culture, and contributions of one of California’s most distinctive wine regions will be shared with generations of students, scholars, and thousands who live and work in wine regions throughout California.
“Raising a Glass to Excellence: SLO County Wine Awards to Honor Industry’s Best”
Paso Robles Press | By Camille DeVaul | https://pasoroblespress.com/paso-robles-magazine/features/raising-a-glass-to-excellence-slo-county-wine-awards-to-honor-industrys-best/
The San Luis Obispo County wine industry will take center stage on Friday, July 18, as the Central Coast community gathers to celebrate the SLO County Wine Awards at Mission Square during the California Mid-State Fair.
“This year’s SLO County Wine Award winners truly embody the spirit, dedication, and diversity of our wine community,” said Executive Director of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance Joel Peterson. “From vineyard to glass, their contributions reflect the strength and talent found across the entire region. It’s an honor to recognize individuals who continue to elevate SLO County as one of the world’s great wine destinations.”
“Film featuring SLO County winemakers screening at the SLO Film Festival”
Paso Robles Daily News| By News Staff | https://pasoroblesdailynews.com/film-featuring-slo-county-winemakers-screening-at-the-slo-film-festival/176781/
The Wine History Project of San Luis Obispo recently announced the upcoming screening of The Amphora Project — Past Forward at the SLO International Film Festival. The film, features seven county winemakers, six from Paso Robles, who are using amphorae in their winemaking process.
“‘SLO Film Fest screening award-winning documentary featuring local winemakers”
KCBX | By Amanda Wernik | https://www.kcbx.org/arts-and-life/2023-04-28/slo-film-fest-screening-award-winning-documentary-featuring-local-winemakers
The San Luis Obispo International Film Festival is screening an award-winning documentary featuring San Luis Obispo County winemakers.
The Amphora Project – Past Forward tells the story of how modern winemakers, including many in SLO County, are using a winemaking technique that dates back over 8,000 years.
“‘Tom Myers: Made in Paso’ debuting at film festival”
By News Staff | https://pasoroblesdailynews.com/tom-myers-made-in-paso-debuting-at-film-festival/143076/
The Wine History Project of San Luis Obispo County is selected to showcase documentary films for two years in a row– The Wine History Project of San Luis Obispo County has announced the premiere of its second of many upcoming documentary films, Tom Myers: Made in Paso. The film documents over four decades of the winemaker’s career, his commitment to the craft, contributions to the region’s wine industry, and the people he’s worked with.
“Paso Robles Winemaker Featured in Documentary Film”
By Camille DeVaul | https://pasoroblespress.com/lifestyle/paso-robles-wine-country/paso-robles-winemaker-featured-in-documentary-film/
“Castoro Cellars winemaker Tom Myers will be featured in the film “Tom Myers: Made in Paso,” premiering at the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival on April 27…It took Agran and her team nearly one year to make the film. It was made two years ago and is now ready for its grand debut at the film festival.“
“Hometown Radio 04/20/2022 4p:”
By Dave Congalton | https://www.920kvec.com/episode/hometown-radio-04-20-2022-4p/
“Dave talks to Libby Agran and Tom Myers about an upcoming Wine History Project documentary. He then discusses an upcoming concert with Tom Davies and Kaitlyn Geitner of the SLO Master Chorale.”
“Adapting To Change”
By SOMM Journal | https://winehistoryproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AdoptingToChange-SOMMjournal-Jun2020.png
Established in 2015, the Wine History Project is staffed by historians and museum professionals who collaborate with a diverse group of individuals to document and preserve the viticultural legacy of San Luis Obispo County. Central to this mission is the process of interviewing influential growers and winemakers, whose testimonies augment archival photographs, documents, videography, and recordings to tell the expansive story of SLO County’s wine history.
