Carpe Diem Firepeak Vineyard Chardonnay 2005

This Carpe Diem wine is made from Chardonnay clones chosen for their dynamic flavor profile, cluster and berry size. On the nose, there is a bright bouquet of citrus evolving into flavors of pear, honey and apple notes. This steely chardonnay has a creamy texture, which is completed by a ... more

Carpe Diem Firepeak Vineyard Chardonnay 2006

The 2006 Carpe Diem Chardonnay has an intense light yellow straw color. The wine exhibits a bright array of citrus flavors at first, followed by intense flavors of ripe pears, apples and the delicate scent of pineapple. The wine has a creamy texture coming from many months of delicate lees ... more

Kenneth Volk Santa Maria Cuvee Chardonnay 2006

May we please have a round of applause for Kenneth Volk. Stunned, shocked, blown away, we could go on and on about this Chardonnay but we’ll let you be the judge. Proprietor Ken Volk has been making Santa Barbara and Central Coast wines for more than a quarter century. Perhaps ... more

San Saba Vineyards Chardonnay 2006

Butterscotch and citrus meet in the nose for an aromas that’s both fresh and luscious. Cinnamon and nutmeg spices intermingle with tropical fruit and oak to fill the mouth with flavor. There is a wonderful balance between acidity and a silky viscosity that adds to the complexity of this barrel ... more

Robert Talbott Kali Hart Pinot Noir 2006

Kali Hart is a stand alone “winery within a winery” named after the Talbott’s youngest daughter Kalin “Kali” Hart Talbott. The wine portrays the youthful, vibrant, and appealing characteristics of its namesake. Both the inaugural 2000 release of Kali Hart Pinot, and the follow-up 2001 vintage sold out within months ... more

Bonny Doon Ca' del Solo Albarino 2008

Pale straw color with green highlights and slight effervescence. Bright aromas of lemon blossom, white ginger and sage remind one of the pilgrim journeys along the winding paths leading to Santiago de Compostela in Galicia. Citrus rind, wild herbs and green almond flavors continue this Spanish interlude as the ‘08 ... more

Concannon Vineyard Limited Release Zinfandel 2006

The Scoop:Since 1883, Concannon Vineyard has handcrafted intriguing wines from grapes grown in California's Central Coast areas. The rocky soil at the estate encourages vines to concentrate flavors. Why We Like It:This is the way Zinfandel was intended - sturdy, vigorous and dry with complex fruit and a ... more