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Organically farmed Sauvignon Blanc, harvested early to retain acidity, then cool-fermented in barrel with an aromatic yeast strain. Lees stirring contributes added texture, while a small portion aged in new oak lends a subtle toasty edge. Alcohol is gently removed via vacuum distillation before the wine sees a short élevage in neutral oak. Golden in hue with flecks of emerald flashing at the rim. Opens with vivid aromas of lime blossom, gooseberry, and fresh-cut citrus, followed by hints of guava and green melon. The palate is mouthwatering and bright, layered with lemon-lime and white grapefruit — reminiscent of childhood sodas like Sprite or 7UP, but without the sweetness or carbonation. There’s a subtle textural roundness at the core and a whisper of toast and wet stone on the finish. Surprisingly complex for a non-alcoholic wine, with a nostalgic wink and an adult sense of restraint.
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This Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir from Presqu’ile is a beautifully perfumed, spice-driven wine that balances energy with elegance. The nose is alive with soaring spice—Chinese five spice, sandalwood, and a touch of minty lift—while the palate brims with crunchy red cherry, tangy blood orange, and fragrant clove. Medium-bodied and vibrant, it offers a supple, seamless mid-palate framed by saline minerality and a long, textured finish laced with wet slate. Aged 11 months in a combination of neutral French oak and stainless steel, the wine showcases its purity and freshness with ease. Grapes are sourced from the estate vineyards as well as select sites in Santa Maria and Los Alamos. Winemaker is Dieter Cronje, who has guided the Presqu’ile program since its founding in 2008.

From Sashi Moorman (CEO at Povignage and managing partner for Domaine de la Côte, Sandhi Wines, and Evening Lands), comes this striking wine. Just 12 barrels were produced from regeneratively farmed vines nestled in a patch of oak woodland between Highway 1 and the Pacific Ocean, called the Jalama Canyon Ranch, owned by the White Buffalo Land Trust. This marks the third vintage of this bottling, and my first taste confirms what I suspected: if Moorman is behind it, I don’t just want a glass—I want most of the bottle. Tart, ripe, and expressive red berry fruit mingles with vivid white pepper spice and rich cherry pit character, all growing more intense and savory on the medium-bodied palate. Super fine, firm, mineral-rich tannins form a perfect foundation, supporting dusty salinity and waves of juicy, crunchy red berries and orchard fruit—like biting into a tart, crisp red apple or freshly picked raspberry. It’s layered with chalky white pepper and finishing with vibrant tension. Intriguing and complex. The proceeds of this wine go back to the White Buffalo Land Trust, which is focuses on “the principles of regenerative agriculture, we are developing systems that support biodiversity, water resources, soil and human health while enhancing ecosystem services,” according to its website.

This blend of 68% Syrah, 21% Grenache, and 11% Mourvèdre delivers a pleasingly spicy, red-fruited wine that brims with the aromatic intensity of a just-baked blondie cookie. Ripe, juicy red fruit defines the silky palate expression, building to a lengthy, fruit- and spice-driven medium-bodied finish.

A fantastically rich, exuberant, and silky Pinot Noir bursting with red cherry fruit, smoky clove, and allspice, with a hint of espresso bean. Supple, soft, and plump tannins glide into a warm, spiced finish redolent of toasty cedarwood and salted milk chocolate dusted with cinnamon.

Woah—this is seriously delicious. Super savory, with notes of black olive, dried thyme, and orange peel, accented by hints of woodsmoke and incense. The tannins are soaring, building across the palate into a lengthy, meaty finish—like the flesh of a perfectly cured green olive. White pepper, wet slate, and pressed flowers linger on the finish, adding nuance and complexity.

The La Cuadrilla gives back to the vineyard workers. This is a collection of so many lots, free run, gentle press, and serves as a stamp of each vintage, says Pete Stolpman,. Femrernedin concerte with 20-30% whoel cluster, and aged in neutral 500-liter pucnhoens and bottled after 10 month. As such it is an expressive, red cherry and blackberry fuited win with loads of juicy fruit character, cola spices, and ripe sinewy tannisn that are broad shouldreed and resolve with whtie pepper and black truffle nuances. It’s one of the most rfeind expression of this bottling I have tasted in years. It’s on a great track.

So Fresh is a skin-contact blend of 40% Pinot Gris, 34% Tocai Friulano, 18% Gewürztraminer, and 8% Orange Muscat. It’s super tropical, bursting with exotic fruit, yet balanced by intriguing notes of black licorice and dried wild herbs that lend a savory intensity. Expressive, layered, and far from ordinary.
This 100% Sangiovese undergoes a 9-day carbonic fermentation, resulting in a wine that bursts with rich mulberry fruit and zesty, zippy, zingy, tangy acidity. It’s incredibly juicy, easygoing, and downright delightful. You’ll love how vibrant and fresh this wine is—pure joy in a glass.

A blend of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Roussanne, this is crafted as a full-bodied white. The richness of the Roussanne provides depth and texture, while the Chardonnay—picked early—adds layers of sea spray minerality and lemon-bright acid tension. Talk about a perfect sushi wine—vibrant, structured, and mouthwatering.
From Portico Hills Vineyard and aged for 6 months in neutral oak, this is a bright, zingy, and zesty red that crackles with energy. Tangy blood orange acidity drives the palate, while grippy tannins add structure to the medium-bodied frame. Notes of brown baking spices and a hint of incense lend complexity to the finish. Serve this slightly chilled alongside BBQ or pizza.

This 50% Mourvèdre, 50% Grenache blend was co-fermented and aged in stainless steel. The pale rose-gold hue leads to a complex and seriously delicious rosé, driven by notes of white peach and dried apricot, interwoven with a smoky mineral character that adds depth and intrigue. The palate is rich, silky, and supple, finishing with refreshing saline-acid tension and a cool river stone minerality. This isn’t your typical fruit-bomb, pool-pounder rosé—though you could, and probably should, crush bottles by the pool. Still, it’s best enjoyed while lounging with a book in an Adirondack chair or catching up with good friends around the backyard picnic table. Pour it for your favorite people—and definitely pour it for yourself.
The 2024 Samsara Clairette, sourced from the organically farmed Watch Hill Vineyard in Alisos Canyon—known for its marine influence and low-nutrient sandy-clay soils—offers a crisp, focused expression of this variety. Chalky minerality and zesty citrus fruit lead the way, joined by wild white flowers that bloom aromatically. The medium-bodied palate reveals a lovely core of ripe peach and dried apricot, layered with a subtle nutty nuance that adds depth and charm.
A combination of grapes sourced from Los Olivos and the Santa Barbara Highlands within the Cuyama Valley in the northeastern part of the county at higher elevations, around 3,200 feet. Carbonic fermentation. It leads with bright strawberry and watermelon notes, unfolding on a soft, silky palate. The finish is long and elegant, with chalky minerality, balanced tension, and lingering flavors of cherry and white peach.
Direct-pressed into stainless steel and aged for 3–4 months before bottling, this Sauvignon Blanc is bright and crisp, showcasing ripe orchard fruit flavors, white flower aromas, and a zesty, lemon-lime minerality.
Organically farmed Sauvignon Blanc, harvested early to retain acidity, then cool-fermented in barrel with an aromatic yeast strain. Lees stirring contributes added texture, while a small portion aged in new oak lends a subtle toasty edge. Alcohol is gently removed via vacuum distillation before the wine sees a short élevage in neutral oak. Golden in hue with flecks of emerald flashing at the rim. Opens with vivid aromas of lime blossom, gooseberry, and fresh-cut citrus, followed by hints of guava and green melon. The palate is mouthwatering and bright, layered with lemon-lime and white grapefruit — reminiscent of childhood sodas like Sprite or 7UP, but without the sweetness or carbonation. There’s a subtle textural roundness at the core and a whisper of toast and wet stone on the finish. Surprisingly complex for a non-alcoholic wine, with a nostalgic wink and an adult sense of restraint.

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