Monterey County, Central Coast

Poppy

Monterey County Pinot Noir 2023

pop pop popping poppying! very nice flavor profile with a smooth finish. the only reason this isn’t a 10 is because it’s slightly sweeter. I wish it was like a smidge dryer. pairs nicely with the love island reunion. overall a great wine would enjoy again! — 14 days ago

Williams Selyem

Vista Verde Vineyard Pinot Noir 2007

En mag. CA respect. Can’t argue with a benchmark. Cellar rewards. — 18 days ago

Shay, Tyler and 4 others liked this

Diora

La Petite Grace Monterey Pinot Noir 2023

Waynesville, NC august 2025, found at wegmans — a month ago

Boen Wines

'Tri Appellation' Santa Barbara, Monterey, Sonoma County Pinot Noir 2023

Ruby color with aromas of red fruit, herb spice and earthy notes. On the palate flavors of raspberry and cherry with dried herb notes, vanilla and toasty oak. Fine tannins, long finish ending with fresh fruit, spice and earthy tones. — 6 days ago

Paul liked this

Talbott

Kali Hart Pinot Noir 2021

This is a delicious Pinot Noir with black cherry and tea leaf notes. Good structure and pleasant finish. The tannins are present and add to the overall impression. — 9 days ago

Au Bon Climat

Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 2023

Smooth, light oak up front, crisp finish — 18 days ago

Au Bon Climat

Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir 2023

Classic Pinot with strawberries and cherry aromas. Medium tannins and medium acidity. A good value even on a restaurant menu. Nice with food. Will get again. — 2 months ago

Tensley

Colson Canyon Vineyard Syrah 2022

Tensley – Colson Canyon Vineyard Syrah 2022
Santa Maria Valley AVA, Santa Barbara County, California, USA 🇺🇸

Overview
100% Syrah from the high-elevation, rocky Colson Canyon Vineyard—a benchmark site for dense, expressive Rhône-style reds in Santa Barbara County. The 2022 shows trademark intensity with lifted aromatics and serious structure.

Aromas & Flavors
Blackberry and dark plum core with waves of pepper, smoked meat, coffee, and anise, plus subtle floral and stony/mineral undertones. Opens steadily in the glass, gaining savory complexity.

Mouthfeel
Medium-to-full bodied with firm, well-knit tannins and lively acidity. Long, graceful finish. A touch of youthful CO₂ “ping” on opening can appear—vigorous swirling knocks it right back.

Winemaking Notes
Site-driven, concentrated Colson fruit; crafted for purity and power. 2022 has the stuffing to age 15–20 years, but is compelling with proper air today.

Food Pairing
Grilled lamb chops, pepper-crusted steak, duck confit, wild-mushroom ragù, smoked brisket, or aged Manchego/Gouda.

Verdict
An explosive yet composed Colson Canyon Syrah—all spice, smoke, and dark fruit wrapped in precision. Fantastic now after a hearty decant; built for the long haul.
— 15 days ago

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Tatomer

Meeresboden Vineyard Grüner Veltliner

Honey on the front end. almonds on the finish — 15 days ago

Piedrasassi

PS Santa Barbara County Syrah

While clearly a labor of love from a family who cares to express it, the 2021 Santa Barbara County Syrah needs time to breathe and allow to open itself up. While a little pour right from the rip is never a bad idea, this particular Piedra Sassi benefits and blossoms from a thorough decant and a smidge of patience. It must be said : I’m getting not only getting good gobs of both wholehearted and heartfelt tones of ‘home’, but deeper notes of some brilliant wine-making going on. This one’s going to be tough to beat for the $. — a month ago

Beth Zitzman
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Love this wine.