Au Bon Climat

Santa Maria Valley Pinot Gris Pinot Blanc

8.945 ratings
9.06 pro ratings
Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, California, USA
Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris
Mushrooms, Tomato-Based, White Fish, Pasta, Pungent Cheese, Goat & Feta Cheese, White Rice, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Squash & Root Vegetables, Meaty & Oily Fish, Cheddar & Gruyere, Potato, Nuts & Seeds, Salads & Greens, Herbs, Chili & Hot Spicy, Beans & Peas, Soft Cheese, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Oyster, Mussel, Clam, Chicken, Duck, Turkey, Oyster, Shellfish
Top Notes For
Erik Helms

Sommelier/Wine & Beer Buyer Whole Foods Oakland

9.2

Almonds, citrus, and gun smoke initially. Cream, honeysuckle and lemon zest on the palate. The oak presense is noticeable and adds mouthfeel + structure. Enough acid to achieve a nice balance, very enjoyable and better then expected.

Almonds, citrus, and gun smoke initially. Cream, honeysuckle and lemon zest on the palate. The oak presense is noticeable and adds mouthfeel + structure. Enough acid to achieve a nice balance, very enjoyable and better then expected.

Mar 23rd, 2016
Mark Eastom

Great nose. Unmistakably Pinot Gris, with a touch of Pinot blanc, of course.. Ripe Apple, spice, bit of lees, chalky minerals and dried flowers on the nose. mouth filling and exotic on the palate, with toasty yeast finishing the experience. At 13% and for the price, this rocks. I'm a fan.

Great nose. Unmistakably Pinot Gris, with a touch of Pinot blanc, of course.. Ripe Apple, spice, bit of lees, chalky minerals and dried flowers on the nose. mouth filling and exotic on the palate, with toasty yeast finishing the experience. At 13% and for the price, this rocks. I'm a fan.

Dec 30th, 2015
Dale Cruse

I love any wine that exceeds expectations.

I love any wine that exceeds expectations.

Dec 20th, 2015
Cameron Porter

Great balance between voluptuousness and cut. Somewhat reminiscent of a Rhone white, though it possesses that unmistakable hazelnut Pinot Gris thing. Bien Nacido's Pinot Blanc, while the smaller component, comes through loud and clear, all nuts, honey, and stony minerality. Perfect wine for a Tuesday.

Great balance between voluptuousness and cut. Somewhat reminiscent of a Rhone white, though it possesses that unmistakable hazelnut Pinot Gris thing. Bien Nacido's Pinot Blanc, while the smaller component, comes through loud and clear, all nuts, honey, and stony minerality. Perfect wine for a Tuesday.

Jul 1st, 2015
mattswineworld

Not quite as quirky as Au Bon Climat's other wines, but still a palate filler.

Not quite as quirky as Au Bon Climat's other wines, but still a palate filler.

Jan 15th, 2015
Meri Crowther

Great fresh drinking white. Amazing price performer.

Great fresh drinking white. Amazing price performer.

Aug 15th, 2020
Ryan Frank

2015 vintage

2015 vintage

Jan 1st, 2020
Anastasia Washington

Pretty refreshing

Pretty refreshing

Jul 6th, 2019
Anthony De Blasi

Rounder and "bigger" than the Soave, but still fresh. Really enjoyed this one

Rounder and "bigger" than the Soave, but still fresh. Really enjoyed this one

Jan 28th, 2019
Steve Goore

Great Pinot balance. Will definitely return to this one, especially as the weather heats up.

Great Pinot balance. Will definitely return to this one, especially as the weather heats up.

Apr 18th, 2016