Cured & Cultivated Installs Cheese & Charcuterie Vending Machine at Brochelle Winery in Paso Robles, CA

Wine country just got a delicious upgrade. Cured & Cultivated, the Paso Robles–based cheese and charcuterie specialists, has installed a gourmet cheese and charcuterie vending machine at Brochelle Winery in Paso Robles, California.

Think of it as a mini cheese shop on demand: perfectly portioned cheeses, cured meats, nuts, crackers, and other gourmet essentials ready whenever the wine mood strikes.

In this post, we’ll explore:

• Why a cheese and charcuterie vending machine is such a perfect fit for a winery

• What makes Brochelle Winery truly unique

• What you can expect to find inside the Cured & Cultivated vending machine

• How to pair Brochelle wines with grab-and-go gourmet snacks

Why a Cheese & Charcuterie Vending Machine Belongs at a Winery

Cured & Cultivated has reimagined the vending machine as a mini gourmet store, filled with cheese, charcuterie, and other elevated snacks instead of candy and soda. 

In our vending machine we showcase local producers: The vending machines highlight high-quality California brands like Central Coast Creamery, Stepladder Creamery, Alle-Pia Salumi, and more, putting the Central Coast’s best flavors in one place. 

For wine lovers visiting Paso Robles, this means you can enjoy thoughtfully curated snacks that match the quality of the wines in your glass—without needing a reservation or a grazing board pre-order.

What Makes Brochelle Winery Unique?

Brochelle Winery (Brochelle Vineyards) isn’t just another stop along Highway 46. It’s a tiny, boutique winery with a very specific philosophy and sense of place.

Here’s what sets Brochelle apart:

1. A Steep, Westside Hilltop Vineyard

Brochelle was founded in 1998 by husband-and-wife team Brock and Michelle Waterman on a steep hillside on Paso Robles’ sought-after westside. 

The vineyard’s hilltop position and unique microclimate help produce grapes with:

• Intense flavor concentration

• Balanced ripeness and acidity

• Distinctive expression of Paso Robles terroir

Visitors often enjoy sweeping vineyard views from the hilltop setting, making Brochelle feel like a hidden gem rather than a crowded wine complex.

2. Old-World, Low-Intervention Farming

Brochelle is known for old-world farming and winemaking techniques. The vineyard is purposely geared toward tiny yields of highly flavored fruit, and much of the estate Zinfandel is dry-farmed and head-pruned, with grapes often hand-harvested. 

This approach emphasizes:

• Minimal irrigation (letting the vines dig deep for water)

• Naturally lower yields with more concentrated flavors

• A “let the fruit speak for itself” style in the cellar

3. Signature Estate Zinfandel & Small-Lot Wines

Brochelle’s flagship is its Estate Zinfandel, frequently described as rich, balanced, and elegant—often with notes of blackberry, cranberry, pepper, and a smooth, polished texture. 

Alongside Zin, Brochelle crafts small-lot wines such as:

• Syrah

• Cabernet Sauvignon

• Petite Sirah

• Limited sparkling and rosé releases 

Production is intentionally limited, keeping the focus on quality over quantity and appealing to wine club members and enthusiasts seeking boutique bottles.

4. An Intimate, Boutique Tasting Experience

Unlike some larger Paso Robles properties, Brochelle is intimate and personal. Visitors often mention how small and welcoming the tasting room feels, with friendly staff and a chance to actually talk about the wines, terroir, and farming practices in depth. 

Add a ready-to-go cheese and charcuterie option on site, and Brochelle becomes an even more compelling stop for wine travelers looking for authenticity, flavor, and convenience.

Plan Your Visit to Brochelle Winery in Paso Robles

Brochelle Winery offers a quieter, more intimate side of Paso Robles—perfect for wine travelers who appreciate craftsmanship, old-world farming, and a personal touch. Established in 1998 on a steep westside hillside, the winery continues to focus on dry-farmed estate fruit, small-lot production, and elegant, powerful wines. 

Now, with a Cured & Cultivated cheese and charcuterie vending machine at the winery, you can:

• Build your own picnic right on site

• Elevate a tasting flight with artisan snacks

• Enjoy local Central Coast goodies without leaving the property

If you’re searching for “cheese and charcuterie near me” while wine tasting in Paso Robles, Brochelle Winery plus Cured & Cultivated’s vending machine is exactly the kind of hidden treasure you’ll be glad you found.

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