2011 was a very cool vintage.  In Edna Valley we typically had a heavy marine layer that would barely burn off by mid-day and return in the early evening.  Because of the small crop size and optimum hill side growing site, the Pinot Noir achieved perfect ripeness with enough acidity to make this a well-structured wine of great finesse.

This Pinot Noir exhibits pretty berry perfume with hints of crushed autumn leaves.  It is elegant and balanced and reveals flavors of fresh cherries and rose petals that are framed with hints of tea, spice and toasted oak.

Score: 93 / YEAR’S BEST Wine & Spirits

This is a complex and special wine…taking advantage of the best characteristics of both varietals.  Earthy, dark berry fruit and tannin from the Tempranillo is complimented by the spicy, and juicy richness of the Syrah.  This wine is built to age well, but is totally enjoyable now.  If you do decide to put some in the cellar, we’d recommend a good 8-12 years to be at its best!

This is a well balanced Chardonnay from the coastal Spanish Springs Vineyard in Pismo Beach. The aromas show Gold Rush apples and toast with a silky, creamy texture and flavors of apples, pears and buttered toast with hints of spice. The finish has notes of toast oak and citrus.

*92 points Wine Enthusiast

This is a gorgeous expression of Carignan with a spicy, pure red berry flavors followed by notes of rose petals and herbs de Provence and minerals and a long refreshing finish.

This delightful wine has a round, silky texture on the palate with notes of apples and melon framed by a bracing mineral back bone. The finish is fresh with bright notes of citrus and a hint of honey. A delightful wine!