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Samuel Louis Smith 2018 Sandstone Terrace Santa Cruz Mountains Syrah

Tasting Notes: Deep magenta and medium-bodied. Aromas of red and purple fruits, rose petals, and dried basil give way to savory flavors of black fruits, cured meat, and black pepper. Elegant tannins and bright acidity add persistence and length. 94 Points, Wine Enthusiast: "... like sipping from a punch of rose petal and violet, with a backdrop of black raspberry and white pepper." 94 Points, Vino

Ranchos des Ontiveros 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Canada de los Pinos

The Ranchos de Ontiveros 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon hails from the Riata Oaks Vineyard in the esteemed Los Olivos District of the Santa Ynez Valley. This property is part of the CaNada de los Pinos land grant that extends along the north bank of the Santa Ynez River and has been continuously farmed for more than 100 years. Today, it is especially well known for its premium quality wine grapes. This C

Dragonette 2018 Syrah Seven

A blend of 95% Syrah, 4% Grenache and 1% Viognier from select vineyards in Sta. Rita Hills and Ballard Canyon, the Dragonette 2018 'Seven' is a beautiful wine, balancing power and intensity with structure and elegance. On the nose, complex aromas of red and black fruits, herbs, and spices heighten the senses, while the palate is wrapped around a core of rich blueberries and blackberries seasoned w

Cordon 2018 Red Blend Cuvee Rouge 246

A blend of 50% Grenache, 25% Syrah and 25% Mourvedre, the Cordon 2018 "Cuvee Rouge 246" Red Wine is a beautiful expression of a Santa Ynez Valley 'GSM' (the "246" is in honor of Highway 246 that runs the course of the region). Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre all originated in the Rhone region of France, and winemakers have long blended the three varietals together to achieve well-balanced wines wit

Prima Materia 2018 Sangiovese

Grown at 1,450 feet elevation on red, obsidian-strewn soil from Mt. Konocti's volcanic upheaval, Prima Materia's 2018 Sangiovese reflects the Lake County region while respecting Italian heritage. This wine is red and blue-fruit focused with nuances of boysenberry, vivid cherry, floral notes, and a touch of roasted herbs. Well-balanced with fresh acidity, minerality and fine-grained tannins, the Pr

Mount Eden Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir Santa Cruz 2016 750ml

Due to the soils in the vineyard, the Estate Pinot Noirs' elegant, transparent style is more Burgundian than Californian, emphasizing wild strawberry, earth, blueberry and dill varietal characters. Cellaring the wine from five to twelve years pays handsome rewards.

Press Gang 2016 Syrah Presqu'ile Vineyard

Press Gang's 2016 Syrah comes from the Presqu'ile Vineyard nestled within the Santa Maria Valley. The east-west orientation of this wide open valley means cool Pacific Ocean winds and fog flow freely, settling most noticeably in lower-lying areas. This cool maritime influence lengthens the growing season and contributes to the eventual sugar/acid balance in these wines - the Santa Maria Valley act

Porterhouse 2016 Red Blend Reserve Lot

The Porterhouse 2016 Reserve Lot Red Blend is comprised of 85% Petite Sirah from Rodney's Vineyard and Sanger Vineyard, 10% Syrah from the Tierra Alta Vineyard, and 5% Grenache from the Tierra Alta Vineyard. This Santa Ynez Valley Reserve Blend is muscular and chewy with tantalizing waves of spice, fruit and savory flavors. Brown-brick red in color, this Reserve Red Blend offers aromas and flavors

Ryan Cochrane 2016 Pinot Noir

"Always one of the more compelling bottlings from the region each year, this single-vineyard expression shows smoked thyme, roasting game, light raspberry, tea leaves and dried purple flowers on the nose. Rose petal, Chinese five spice and cardamom pod flavors make for an exotic palate, set against a tart red-fruit backdrop." - Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast "Moderate light garnet color in the gl

Steele 2016 Pinot Noir

Steele Wines has worked with Pinot Noir from the famed Sangiacomo Vineyards since the winery's first vintage in 1991. Each year, Steele chooses the best lots and produces a wine that best represents that vintage. The 2016 Pinot Noir is a beautiful expression of the varietal with pronounced aromas of Bing cherries and raspberries, combined with a silky, smooth structure, slight earthiness and mild

Ammons Horn 2019 Pinot Noir Clone 667

Bright ruby red in color, the Ammon's Horn 2019 'Clone 667' Pinot Noir shows the feminine side of this varietal. Violets, rose petal and ripe raspberry aromas flood the bouquet, while the subtle and ethereal palate offers pretty floral characters around a supple core of tannins and fresh acidity. Very Burgundian and Old-World in style. Enjoy!

Brick Barn 2019 Pinot Noir

The Brick Barn 2019 Estate Pinot Noir is a blend of four Pinot Noir clones, exemplifying the signature character, quality and elegance of the Pinot grown in the winery's estate vineyard. On the nose, this wine opens with aromas of black cherry, cinnamon, earth and cedar. A soft, silky texture reveals sleek flavors of raspberry, cranberry and dried cherry, with hints of toasted oak and mocha. Smoot

Lightpost Winery 2019 Pinot Noir Saveria Vineyards

Lightpost's 2019 Pinot Noir was crafted with fruit from the Saveria Vineyard, a very foggy, coastal property located just four miles from the Pacific Ocean. The cool-climate is ideal for growing premium Pinot Noir, allowing the fruit to ripen slowly and evenly while preserving acidity and developing layers of rich, complex flavors. This delicate Pinot Noir opens with aromas of rose petals, tart pl

Ogden Wine Co. 2019 Pinot Noir Del Mar Vineyard

Bright and focused, the Ogden 2019 Rio Del Mar Vineyard Pinot Noir offers aromas and flavors of cherry, plum and currant with hints of sandalwood and baking spices. The palate is soft and beautifully balanced with fresh acidity and lithe tannins that lead into a lasting finish with lingering sanguine notes. Aged in French oak. Enjoy!

Topophilia Wine Company 2019 Pinot Noir

A blend of three Pinot Noir clones from three separate organically-farmed vineyard sites in the Los Carneros AVA of California, the Topophilia 2019 Pinot Noir is a very perfumed, well-balanced and savory wine that speaks of the terroir in this Northern California region. On the nose, a rich bouquet of dried cherries, macerated blueberry and blackberry unfold along with hints of savory herbs - key

Brick Barn 2017 Cabernet Franc Reserve

The limited-edition Brick Barn 2017 Cabernet Franc Reserve comes from the 35-acre Brick Barn estate vineyard, which lies just north of the Santa Ynez River in a largely unexplored winegrowing corridor. Here, persistent sun exposure ensures depth of flavor, while the Pacific Ocean (just 10 miles away) delivers daily cooling that maintains fruit acidity and structure. The tiny 2.6 acre Cabernet Fr

Silver Wines 2017 Cabernet Franc Buttonwood Vineyard

A blend of 97% Cabernet Franc and 3% Sangiovese from the Los Olivos District, nestled within the Santa Ynez Valley of Santa Barbara County, the Silver 2017 Cabernet Franc is nicely balanced with substantial structure, depth, intense aromatics, and a lush fruit profile. The bouquet is initially dominated by red fruit and complex spice notes, while the palate shows layers of minerality and light woo

Outward 2017 Syrah

Outward's flagship wine, the 2017 Syrah, features grapes from the Pace Family Vineyard and John Sebastiano Vineyard, which together generate an elegant, balanced and bold wine characteristic of the Santa Ynez Valley appellation. This is a special wine for Ryan Pace, as the main source of grapes comes directly from his family's vineyard, where the vines are meticulously cared for and farmed by his

Ferguson Crest 2017 Red Blend Fergalicious

Crafted from a trio of vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley including the Ferguson Vineyard, Camp 4 Vineyard, and Colson Canyon Vineyard, the Ferguson Crest 2017 'Fergalicious' Red Wine Blend offers balanced, harmonious flavors with well-integrated, velvety tannins. The blend is comprised of 40% Syrah, 20% Grenache, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Petit Verdot, offering a range of nuances and comple

Brick Barn 2017 Grenache

The 2017 Grenache offers a brilliant expression of Brick Barn's estate terroir, where ample sun exposure encourages full varietal flavors and cool marine breezes ensure a core of refreshing acidity. A blend of fruit from all three Grenache blocks on the estate, this wine has complexity, depth and finesse. On the nose, fragrant aromas of red fruit, blueberry, cola and cedar come together, while a s