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The grapes were picked by hand. At the winery the grapes were given 24 hours o... The grapes were picked by hand. At the winery the grapes were given 24 hours of whole cluster maceration to extract tannins, aroma, and flavor compounds in the skins, followed by pressing the grapes. No sulfur was added to allow the juice to oxidize.... more

Sourced from Bien Nacido Vineyard’s X and Z blocks (Santa Maria Valley Ava).... Sourced from Bien Nacido Vineyard’s X and Z blocks (Santa Maria Valley Ava). Z block was first introduced to Sashi by Adam Tolmach of Ojai Vineyard and was planted in 1992 over limestone soils with a southwest-facing exposition. X block was planted... more

Pale straw color with aromas of white flowers, star fruit, guava and apricot. ... Pale straw color with aromas of white flowers, star fruit, guava and apricot. Minerality with lemon curd and zest on the finish. Baked apple, stone fruit and wet-stone aromas show on the nose of this bottling. There’s a clean, earthy grip to the... more

This wine is the liquid version of a walk through a Carneros vineyard in Sprin... This wine is the liquid version of a walk through a Carneros vineyard in Spring. Bursting with aromas of white flowers, fresh peach and tangy apple notes. With time in the glass, the nose opens to beeswax, lavender and honey. The tangy complex palate... more

Luscious, ripe fruit aromas of dried peach and candied orange slices follow th... Luscious, ripe fruit aromas of dried peach and candied orange slices follow through on the palate with undertones of sweet flowers, honey and a hint of petrol. Accentuated by uplifting acidity, these dense, ripe fruit flavors beautifully balance the... more

This wine expresses aromas of honeysuckle, citrus blossom and green tea. The p... This wine expresses aromas of honeysuckle, citrus blossom and green tea. The palate further expresses these citrus notes with lemon tart characters, accentuated by a bright and lively acidity. Blend: 95% Riesling, 5% Gewürztraminer more

This is a hidden gem in the portfolio. Chateau Montelena’s take on Riesling ... This is a hidden gem in the portfolio. Chateau Montelena’s take on Riesling certainly rewards some bottle age and culinary experimentation, and many are amazed at how easy it is to finish the bottle. The wine offers only a hint of sweetness, and... more

Ried Gaisberg delivers wines with bright light golden color and very clear, re... Ried Gaisberg delivers wines with bright light golden color and very clear, refined aromatics on the complex and exciting nose. Highly fine, fresh and elegant on the palate, which is as balanced as it is dense and tensioned. Salivating with stony and... more

This Riesling is dry – with 0.0 grams of residual sugar – which gives cent... This Riesling is dry – with 0.0 grams of residual sugar – which gives center stage to the pleasures of its unique minerality and evocative floral and stone fruit aromatics. This wine is alive and humming with vibrant acidity and deeply perfumed in... more

This Riesling is an ideal confluence of luscious fruit, persistent acidity, an... This Riesling is an ideal confluence of luscious fruit, persistent acidity, and river stone minerality. It opens with aromatics of honeysuckle, apricots, and even the distinctive Riesling marker of petrol. The palate is loaded with both white peaches... more

Honey, guava, lemon zest and apricot. Palate reminiscent of a juicy nectarine,... Honey, guava, lemon zest and apricot. Palate reminiscent of a juicy nectarine, burstingwith succulent fruit and lively acidity. Mouthwatering. Unadorned by oak, thiswine shines with freshness and focus, depth and balance. The 2016 Chardonnay Old Guard... more

This California Riesling is an ideal confluence of luscious fruit, persistent ... This California Riesling is an ideal confluence of luscious fruit, persistent acidity, and river stone minerality. It opens with aromatics of honeysuckle, apricots, and even the distinctive Riesling marker of petrol. The palate is loaded with both... more

On the palate the wine opens with some lively orange zest and finishes with su... On the palate the wine opens with some lively orange zest and finishes with subtle hints of minerality. A dry and well-balanced Riesling like this accommodates all types of cuisine, and is sure to elevate your favorite seafood, poultry or pasta dish.... more

Kick On Ranch gives a piercing expression of Riesling, one that’s striking i... Kick On Ranch gives a piercing expression of Riesling, one that’s striking in the way it blurs your sense of the familiar and the exotic. In this 2021 bottling you have this cool, stony kind of earthiness mingling with heady fragrances that make you... more

56% Chenin Blanc, 44% Riesling 56% Chenin Blanc, 44% Riesling more

The Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from their estate vineyard in Los Olivos as wel... The Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from their estate vineyard in Los Olivos as well as a number of other carefully farmed vineyards with the Los Olivos Ava. This is over 50% of Brander's entire production and most popular wine. They are also celebrating... more

This Lake County Riesling is the perfect companion for a relaxing day. With on... This Lake County Riesling is the perfect companion for a relaxing day. With only 2% residual sugar, it holds just the right amount of sweetness balanced by crisp, clean citrus notes of Meyer lemon. The nose of this lovely wine jumps out at you with the... more

Pale sunny yellow. Aromas of fresh fruits and flowers leap from the glass. Pea... Pale sunny yellow. Aromas of fresh fruits and flowers leap from the glass. Pear, Fuji apple, and white nectarine combine with citrus zest and honey to create a sweet, inviting fragrance. On the palate, fresh apple crispness meets lush nectarine and... more

Flavors of summer melon, anise, and dried citrus peel are well integrated with... Flavors of summer melon, anise, and dried citrus peel are well integrated with the Riesling's delicate body and spritely acidity. This wine is ready to drink, although extended bottle-aging will bring about interesting, complex nuances not found in a... more

Pale gold and bright clarity, extremely aromatic floral notes of jasmine and r... Pale gold and bright clarity, extremely aromatic floral notes of jasmine and rose, mixed with hints of grapefruit, finishing up with stone fruit, pear, and chalky minerals. Complex palate, featuring stonefruit—apricot and peach—as well as... more