MJ’s guest today is a Paso Robles native and 100-point winemaker Don Burns of Turtle Rock. 

In Part 1 of this episode, MJ and Don discuss growing during the '80s in Paso Robles. A life-changing sailing trip. Steakhouses, Zinfandel, learning from Justin Smith and what makes Paso such a unique AVA.

A huge thank you to Don Burns! 

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