Santa Ynez Valley, Central Coast

Stolpman Vineyards

Estate Grown Ballard Canyon Syrah

2023 vintage. Banging, as usual, for the price and goes far beyond. 6.24.26. — a month ago

Shay, Austin and 10 others liked this
Norman

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I like these guys but the fell off my radar.

Pisoni Vineyards

Estate Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2011

This one always outperforms expectations. Was told it’s “fire” by GenZ — 14 days ago

Paul, Dave and 4 others liked this

Au Bon Climat

Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir

Amy
9.0

master the world — loved!! — a month ago

Alban Vineyards

Patrina Alban Estate Syrah 2018

Somm David T
9.3

Beautiful CA Syrah that mimics North Rhône well. This 18 needs another 5 yrs.

Beautiful fruits, black fruits, roasted chestnuts, smoked meats, round acidity and rich, well polished finish. Reminds me of many Rostaing’s I’ve had.
— 3 months ago

Scott@Mister, Andrew and 8 others liked this

Au Bon Climat

Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 2023

Pale lemon color with stone and tropical fruit aromas and citrus floral notes adding an earthy spice from 10 months surlie aging. On the palate flavors of apple, pineapple and lemon citrus with floral and baking spice. Lively acidity, medium finish ending with fruit, citrus and earthy spice. — 3 months ago

Paul, Juan and 1 other liked this

Lieu Dit

Santa Ynez Valley Chenin Blanc 2023

Had this at Comedor in Austin TX last night. The food there was overly hyped up, over smoked! Glad of this even though it's 3 times overpriced in retail! — 4 months ago

Neil liked this

Belle Glos

Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir

My FAVORITE. I have no helpful review. I just know what I like. — 6 months ago

Morgan

Twelve Clones Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2018

Light purple in color with light intensity and a wide reddish rim.

Fruity nose of black currants, plums, cooked cherries, light flowers, spices, light oak, licorice, tobacco and black pepper.

Medium bodied with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with sweet raspberries, cherries, red currants, earth, light wood, coffee, black pepper, spices, dark chocolates, tobacco leaf and herbs.

Tangy finish with soft tannins and tangy raspberries.

This 8 year old Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands is drinking very nicely now, and will continue to do so in the next 5 years.

Elegant and nicely balanced, complex and entertaining. Soft, smooth and easy drinking.

Wine Enthusiasts 92 points.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food. A good porch wine too.

14.3% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$35 (at release).
— 2 days ago

Daniel, Dave and 9 others liked this

Tensley

Colson Canyon Vineyard Syrah 2022

Nice Syrah, if inconsistent. One sip lasts for days, the next is short. But on the whole, juicy and plush, with blackberry, plum, and candied orange — 9 days ago

Joel liked this

Alban Vineyards

Pandora Edna Valley Grenache Syrah 2008

15.9% needed 1.25 hours decant — 2 months ago

jesus, Tom and 9 others liked this

Jonata Winery

La Sangre de Jonata Ballard Canyon Syrah 2015

KA
9.4

Lonesome Dove — 4 months ago

Andrew, Dave and 2 others liked this

Alban Vineyards

Reva Alban Estate Vineyard Syrah 2011

Beautiful wine. Tasting outstanding. Dark purple fruits and berries, olive brine, dried flowers, cured meat. Its dry lingering finish of fruit and olive just lingers. This is great with 3 hours of air. So glad to have gotten this bottle. Rhone ranger!!! Probably has another 5+ years of evolution in it, maybe more. — 5 months ago

Tom liked this

Cambria Estate Winery

Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay 2023

Quite nice with Pat’s chicken. Oaky, floral, fruity, acidic. — a day ago

Tatomer

Meeresboden Vineyard Grüner Veltliner 2025

2025 vintage. $17 a bottle resto cost. Yeah, that's all. Underpriced and underrated. Two cases please and that'll last us 1.25-1.5 years. 7.8.26. — 13 days ago

Ted, Paul and 6 others liked this

Roar

Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2023

2023 vintage. 7.8.26. — 13 days ago

Ted, Paul and 8 others liked this

Belle Glos

Las Alturas Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019

Big ol’ Pinot… if by name only

Heavy body….. deep ruby color.
Musty, earthy nose
Powerful Friit - maybe black cherry
A touch earth / bitter lingers. A touch of oak.
Zin / Cab vibes
Nice glass of wine…
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With Sue and Riley
— 3 months ago

Dave and Ted liked this

Sans Liege

The Offering Syrah Blend 2023

Clean. Interesting. — 3 months ago

Tensley

Santa Barbara County Syrah 2023

3/2026. Nice bold Syrah. Good flavor and nice on the palate. Paired well with the duck at Divino Rosso. — 4 months ago

Ted and A liked this