Santa Ynez Valley, Central Coast

Stolpman Vineyards

Estate Grown Ballard Canyon Syrah 2020

John Howard
9.3

Always so good. — 21 days ago

Lyle, Michael and 12 others liked this

Roar

Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2022

Delectable Wine
9.2

Medium in body, fresh and driven, the 2022 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands) is pretty forward in its red-fruited profile, but it also possesses a core of stern, rocky minerality. An enticing air of highlands herbs and sweet lavender adds further intrigue. Juicy, sweet raspberry, clove and a kick of toasty French oak sweetness make the 2022 an inviting choice for drinking over the next several years. (Billy Norris, Vinous, August 2024)
— 8 days ago

Alban Vineyards

Patrina Alban Estate Syrah 2013

Gorgeous at 11 years. Dark fruits. Balance. Longggg finish. — a month ago

Scott@Mister, Bob and 6 others liked this

Au Bon Climat

Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 2022

Paul J
9.3

Drank over a few days. Very light gold color, which is surprising after smelling and tasting it. Very rich nose of sweet apples/pears, lychee, and subtle perfume. Smells like a scratch and sniff book :). Similar on the palate but more refined. Medium depth and finish. Pretty darn good for $30. Probably gets better with age, but ready to go now. — 16 days ago

Brooke Weaver Jakubowski
with Brooke
Tom, Paul and 9 others liked this

Tensley

Colson Canyon Vineyard Syrah 2022

Delectable Wine
9.6

The 2022 Syrah Colson Canyon Vineyard is such a unique wine. Bright floral aromatics and lively acids make a strong opening statement. Pomegranate, blood orange, raspberry jam, slate, crushed rocks and clean mineral notes all drive through this heady, explosive Syrah. This is a magical wine from Joey Tensley. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, August 2024)
— 17 days ago

Larry liked this

Morgan

Twelve Clones Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2022

Nose: medium cherry. Smoke.

Palate: spice. Dark a bit sweet cherry fruit.

Long finish.

$25 / $15 on 2
— 22 days ago

Byron and Andrew liked this

Cambria Estate Winery

Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022

Delectable Wine
9.1

The 2022 Pinot Noir Julia's Vineyard is redolent of sweet dried cherry, spice, new leather, mint and sweet pipe tobacco. This aromatic, gracious Pinot is a charmer. All the elements are nicely balanced throughout. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, August 2024)
— 17 days ago

Tensley

Santa Barbara County Syrah 2022

2022 vintage. Heavy, Tensley bod. 8.21.24. — 17 days ago

Martin, Ray and 9 others liked this

Piedrasassi

PS Santa Barbara County Syrah

Bursts out with juicy pomegranates, orange, and green apples. This is layered with a subtle pepper and ginger. The acidity carries forward through the finish. — 15 days ago

Robert Indik
with Robert
Ira and Andrew liked this