About Us
Optio Vineyards began with a shared passion for caring for others. Troy, a surgeon, and Michelle, a registered nurse, discovered a new way to nurture—through the land. In 2008, we purchased a 14-acre property in Paso Robles, and by 2014, with the help of vineyard manager Neil Roberts, planted 10 acres of Petite Sirah, Tempranillo, and Mourvèdre.
Though we continue our work in healthcare, our vineyard has become a natural extension of our lives. It’s a place where we pour the same dedication, discipline, and gratitude into each vine as we do into our calling as caregivers. Our son, LT, has grown up alongside this dream, learning the values of family and hard work in the vineyard rows.
Today, our wines are crafted by award-winning winemaker Aaron Jackson, capturing the character of Paso Robles and the soul of our vineyard. Optio is our labor of love, a way to bring people together, honor the land, and celebrate life’s simple joys.
