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Deep and pure ruby in color, this wine has an abundance ofenticing aromas: beg... Deep and pure ruby in color, this wine has an abundance ofenticing aromas: beginning with boysenberry and blueberry pie, and leading to pastry cream, a bit of toast and a hint of menthol. On the palate, the tannin is supple and smooth. Flavors of... more

Tropical, perfumed and pure. Lifted nose with guava, feijoa and gooseberry. Ho... Tropical, perfumed and pure. Lifted nose with guava, feijoa and gooseberry. Honey notes and a green edge reminiscent of fresh herbs (sage and mint). Terpene-like nuance. So inviting and captivating. Chalky and bracing on the palate with pink lady apple... more

Aromas of Meyer lemon, tangerine skin and cover crop. Flavors of baked citrus,... Aromas of Meyer lemon, tangerine skin and cover crop. Flavors of baked citrus, key lime and sea salt. The texture is dense and saline. Another utterly brilliant Chardonnay, the 2021 Chardonnay 3D comes from a site in the Sta. Rita Hills. It has a... more

Hailing from a denser site all around, Rinconada is more flamboyant, showing r... Hailing from a denser site all around, Rinconada is more flamboyant, showing riper aromas of yellow apple, pear and even pineapple. The fruit purity and minimalist winemaking style found in all Sandhi Chardonnays are here. They're just turned up a... more

Brass Tacks Chardonnay opens with citrus fruit, followed by fig and hints of h... Brass Tacks Chardonnay opens with citrus fruit, followed by fig and hints of honeysuckle. On the palate, fresh tropical flavors of papaya and mango. Minimal malolactic fermentation helped develop the luscious, round mouth feel while maintaining... more

Honey-colored in the glass, Z. Alexander Brown Chardonnay exudes bright aromas... Honey-colored in the glass, Z. Alexander Brown Chardonnay exudes bright aromas of White peach, floral orange blossom with hints of honey and baking spice. A rich, velvety mouthfeel is supported by core flavors of juicy stone fruit, vanilla and toasted... more

Known for its bright acidity and fruity flavors, Sauvignon Blanc is an excelle... Known for its bright acidity and fruity flavors, Sauvignon Blanc is an excellent apéritif as well as a highly versatile food pairing wine. The 2022 is bursting with tropical fruit aromas - pineapple, guava, stone fruit and grapefruit. The palate... more

From our estate vineyard located immediately to the west of our home ranch. Pl... From our estate vineyard located immediately to the west of our home ranch. Planted in 1997 by the Gnesa family, this self-rooted parcel is entirely clone 5 planted on a north facing slope of pure sand. Lemon meringue, pineapple, and white flowers on... more

Dick & Mary Lou Vanderkous planted this extraordinary vineyard over 20 years a... Dick & Mary Lou Vanderkous planted this extraordinary vineyard over 20 years ago surrounding their home estate. They decided to plant the grapes they loved to drink. The majority of the vineyard is planted to Sangiovese and Merlot with a few rows of... more

Deep garnet in color, this wine opens with a pops of bright red fruit, explosi... Deep garnet in color, this wine opens with a pops of bright red fruit, explosive raspberry and blackberry take hold and are carried through the entire palette, followed by a touch of spice to round it out. This Zins structure has finesse, and power and... more

Dark and deep purple. Dense but crunchy on the palate. Savory and juicy on the... Dark and deep purple. Dense but crunchy on the palate. Savory and juicy on the nose. Blend: 54% Zinfandel, 26% Petite Sirah, 14% Alicante Bouschet, 6% Syrah more

San Simeon Syrah reveals deep color, round tannins, and plush mouthfeel with i... San Simeon Syrah reveals deep color, round tannins, and plush mouthfeel with intense flavors and aromas, such as boysenberry, ripe plum, and pomegranate. The lengthy finish shows vanilla, oak spice, and cinnamon nuances from barrel-aging. From the... more

The beautifully bright gold appearance is alluring. Pineapple, pear, apricot, ... The beautifully bright gold appearance is alluring. Pineapple, pear, apricot, and lemon curd are blended with toast, white flowers, and honey on the nose. The medium-bodied palate is simultaneously rich and linear. Additional fruits joining the nose... more

Sourced from Bien Nacido Vineyard’s X and Z blocks (Santa Maria Valley Ava).... Sourced from Bien Nacido Vineyard’s X and Z blocks (Santa Maria Valley Ava). Z block was first introduced to Sashi by Adam Tolmach of Ojai Vineyard and was planted in 1992 over limestone soils with a southwest-facing exposition. X block was planted... more

Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studeba... Blueberry lace pasties, raspberry ganache, afternoon nap under a ‘47 studebaker, Moroccan tile, throwing a basket of kalamatas off of a balcony, beef wellington with Gordon Ramsey, black silk robe, Esther Perel’s voice, blueberry gentleman of the... more

All chardonnays are also fermented entirely as native yeast. Prior to pressing... All chardonnays are also fermented entirely as native yeast. Prior to pressing, the grapes are crushed on the crush pad, then pressed dirty and transferred overnight to tank to settle. The next day they are moved to barrel for fermentation in 25% new... more

Brass Tacks Chardonnay opens with citrus fruit, followed by fig and hints of h... Brass Tacks Chardonnay opens with citrus fruit, followed by fig and hints of honeysuckle. On the palate, fresh tropical flavors of papaya and mango. Minimal malolactic fermentation helped develop the luscious, round mouth feel while maintaining... more

The Santa Rosa Hills guarding its back and flanks, Patterson's altitude and sh... The Santa Rosa Hills guarding its back and flanks, Patterson's altitude and shelter from the wind yield a soft and familiar but tight aromatic profile. Even if a little shy, notes of chalk and lemon curd coat the nose. It's quite Chablisienne this way.... more

Impressive pale-yellow, dry-straw color. Bright and fresh aromas of honeydew a... Impressive pale-yellow, dry-straw color. Bright and fresh aromas of honeydew and ripe apple. A crisp and textured mouthfeel frame flavors of lime citrus and peach. Pleasant and juicy, soft and well-coated on the palate. Strikes a balance with crisp... more

Impressive pale-yellow, dry-straw color. Bright and fresh aromas of honeydew a... Impressive pale-yellow, dry-straw color. Bright and fresh aromas of honeydew and ripe apple. A smooth mouthfeel and texture frame expressive flavors of white nectarine and grilled peach. Pleasant and juicy, soft and well-coated on the palate. Strikes a... more