Synopsis, Our Opinion: This wine was so fresh, flavorful and balanced…every sip was an irresistible and captivating experience. Producer/Winery: Jim Clendenen; Au Bon Climat; Santa […]
Tag: Santa Ynez Valley
Au Bon Climat Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay 2015
Synopsis, Our Opinion: An exceptional lean California Chardonnay that’s both unique and refreshing. Producer/Winery: Jim Clendenen, Au Bon Climat; Santa Maria, California. Grape Variety: Chardonnay. […]
Beckmen Vineyards Cuvee Le Bec 2014
Recommendation: A very good value “entry level” California Southern Rhone Blend. Winery/Producer: Beckmen Vineyards; Los Olivos, California. Grape Variety: Southern Rhone Blend – 50% Syrah, […]
Wine Tasting: Blackjack Ranch Vineyards and Winery
Winery/Producer: Blackjack Ranch Vineyards and Winery; 2205 Alamo Pintado Rd; Solvang, CA Appellation: Santa Yenz Valley Tasting Room and Location: four miles north of Solvang […]
Alma Rosa Pinot Noir – Mt. Eden Clone, El Jabali Vineyard, Sta. Rita Hills 2009
Recommendation: Recommended as a buy Winery/Producer: Alma Rosa Winery and Vineyards, San Luis Obispo, California Grape Variety: Pinot Noir Geographic Origin: Santa Ynez Valley, Santa […]
Wine Tasting: Buttonwood Farm Winery and Vineyard
Winery/Producer: Buttonwood Farm Winery and Vineyard; 1500 Alamo Pintado Rd.; Solvang, California Appellation: Santa Yenz Valley Tasting Room and Location: 2 miles north of Hwy. […]
Lafond Sta. Rita Hills Riesling 2011
Recommendation: Recommended as a buy Winery/Producer: Lafond Vineyards, Santa Barbara, California Grape Variety: Riesling Geographic Origin:Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, California Vintage: 2011 Price: […]
Alma Rosa La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Gris 2010
Recommendation:Recommended as a buy Winery/Producer:Alma Rosa Winery & Vineyards; Buellton, California Grape Variety: Pinot Gris Geographic Origin:Santa Rita Hills; Santa Barbara County, California Vintage: 2010 […]
Lafond Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2009
Recommendation:Recommend as a buy Winery/Producer:Lafond Vineyards; Santa Barbara, California Grape Variety:Pinot Noir Geographic Origin:Santa Barbara County; Santa Ynez Valley; Santa Rita Hills; Arita Hills Vineyard […]
Hartley Ostini Hitching Post Highliner Pinot Noir 2010
Recommendation: Recommend as a buy Winery/Producer: Hartley Ostini Vintners; Buellton, California Grape Variety: Pinot Noir Geographic Origin: Santa Ynez Valley, California Vintage: 2010 Price: $46