Synopsis, Our Opinion: A rich energetic California Pinot Noir that had refined and resonant fruit flavors. Producer/Winery: Jim Clendenen; Au Bon Climat; Santa Maria, California. […]
Tag: Central Coast
Iron and Sand Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A very drinkable bold and spicy Cabernet. Producer/Winery: Iron and Sand Wines (Trinchero Family Estates); St. Helena, California. Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, […]
Rajat Parr Wine Club Mourvedre Anika Enz Vineyard 2020
Synopsis, Our Opinion: We love Bandol Rose, but this was EVEN BETTER!!! Producer/Winery: Sandhi Vintners; Lompoc, California. Grape Variety: Mourvèdre Rosé. Geographic Appellation, Region, Country: […]
Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Santa Barbara Historic Vineyards Collection Sanford & Benedict Vineyard 2017
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A gutsy yet elegant California Pinot Noir. Producer/Winery: Jim Clendenen; Au Bon Climat; Santa Maria, California. Grape Variety: Pinot Noir. Geographic Appellation, […]
Sandhi Central Coast Chardonnay 2019
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A cutting edge example in the changing world of California Chardonnay. Producer/Winery: Sandhi Vintners; Orcutt, California. Grape Variety: Chardonnay. Geographic Appellation, Region, […]
Clendenen Family Vineyards (Au Bon Climat) Gewurztraminer 2017
Synopsis, Our Opinion: We called it an extremely nice California Gewürztraminer. Producer/Winery: Jim, Isabelle and Knox Clendenen; Clendenen Family Vineyards; Santa Maria, California. Grape Variety: […]
Au Bon Climat Hildegard 2018
Synopsis, Our Opinion: An OUTSTANDING white blend. Producer/Winery: Jim Clendenen, Au Bon Climat; Santa Maria, California. Grape Variety: White blend – 55% Pinot Gris, 40% […]
Clendenen Family Vintners (Au Bon Climat) Gamay 15 Shell Creek Vineyard 2017
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A sleeper that will suddenly become noticed with its bold, yet elegant personality. Producer/Winery: Jim, Isabelle and Knox Clendenen; Clendenen Family Vineyards; […]
Au Bon Climat Pinot Gris/Pinot Blanc 2019
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A zesty white that was an outstanding value. Producer/Winery: Jim Clendenen; Au Bon Climat; Santa Maria, California. Grape Variety: Blend – 75% […]
Clendenen Family Vineyards (Au Bon Climat) Chenin Blanc Rancho La Cuna 2019
Synopsis, Our Opinion: A delicious California Chenin Blanc. Producer/Winery: Jim, Isabelle and Knox Clendenen; Clendenen Family Vineyards; (Au Bon Climat); Santa Maria, California. Grape Variety: […]