Pasolivo
 
The road to Pasolivo is called simply Vineyard Drive. It curves and rolls along rhythmic patterns of vineyards, punctuated by ancient oak trees whose branches arch generously overhead. We loved the name, and it inspired a beautiful tune that sounds like a wedding dance. Tommy wrote it right after our first trip to Paso Robles, although we had a lot to learn about Pasolivo. Actually, it is a very special ranch that produces, not wine, but the some of best olive oil in the world. We were really happy with this little tune and thought that it was just right, until Dan Bradley, Tommy’s songwriting partner, emailed us these lyrics: Rendezvous with me in California Where the vines run free to chase the sun And love and summer wine become a slow dance Lost in the romance embracing everyone. Meet me on the road where I first saw you  Dance with me across the fields again  And there beneath the sun near Pasolivo  We will feel the things that Lovers have always dreamed of… Waltzing forever in love.  Now, tell me you didn’t get a tear in your eye.
Pasolivo
Sunday, August 5, 2007