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Our Wines

• Central Coast Chardonnay
  

  Tasting Notes:

  Aromas of fresh lemon, pineapple and a hint of vanilla bean create a rich, enticing nose. On the palate, notes of white peach, apricot and apple are complemented by a silky, smooth texture, along with a vibrant acidity that carries its flavors through a lingering finish.

  Region:

  Central Coast

  Vintage:

  2020

  Winemaking:

  Our Edna Valley Chardonnay came off the vine in late September as did our Truesdale vineyard component. Both were fermented in tank and transitioned to 30% new French and 8% new American oak post-fermentation. Our Margarita Ranch Chardonnay was picked mid-October being the coolest of the three vineyard sites that year. This wine was fermented in and stayed in stainless steel with no oak the entire time to maintain a crisp acidity and purity of fruit.

  Acclaim:

  90 Points - Editors Choice, Wine Enthusiast

• Santa Margarita Ranch Merlot
  

  Tasting Notes:

  Flavors of black cherry cola, Italian plum, vanilla bean & sweet tobacco, with a hint of violet & cedar. The tannins are balanced and supple. It has a well-rounded acidity that keeps the flavors lingering just long enough to enjoy with any dish or on its own.

  Region:

  Santa Margarita Ranch, Paso Robles

  Vintage:

  2020

  Winemaking:

  2020 vintage boasted exceptional quality fruit, albeit another year with a smaller harvest owing to the ongoing drought. Summer temperatures came on later in the year, leading to a longer ripening time, and more developed flavors.

• Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon
  

  Tasting Notes:

  Rich, enticing aromas of blackberry, cedar and cocoa lead into big, powerful notes of plum, black cherry and allspice. Polished tannins complement a lush texture and a delicate core of acidity. The bold flavors linger on the long, balanced finish.

  Region:

  Paso Robles

  Vintage:

  2020

  Winemaking:

  The 2020 vintage saw a small but ridiculously good harvest. The Cabernet, Lagrein, and Malbec came off their vines at the end of September, while Merlot and Petit Verdot were harvested in late October and early November. The wines then spent a year and a half in a deep slumber, nestled comfortably in their wooden beds, before the final blend and bottling in March 2022.

  The grapes that were sourced for this wine came from SIP (Sustainability in Practice) certified vineyards.

  Acclaim:

  90 Points - Tasting Panel

• Santa Margarita Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon
  

  Tasting Notes:

  Compelling aromas of blackberry and dark cherry are framed by hints of cassis and cedar. At first sip, flavors of blackcurrant and plum shine through, leading to notes of vanilla bean and a subtle hint of leather. The fine-grained tannins are supported by a balanced acidity that carries over through a lingering, flavorful finish.

  Region:

  Santa Margarita Ranch, Paso Robles

  Vintage:

  2021

  Winemaking:

  By virtue of its isolated location, Santa Margarita Ranch enjoys protection from cooler Pacific influence and the extreme heat seen in the neighboring inland AVAs, making it an ideal appellation for growing Cabernet Sauvignon. The small quantity of Malbec we used adds a touch of dark plum that works well with the rich structure of the Cabernet. Once fermented, the lots were taken from the tank and placed in once-used French oak barrels for 13 months before being blended and bottled.

  The grapes that were sourced for this wine came from the Santa Margarita Ranch Vineyard, a SIP (Sustainability in Practice) certified vineyard.

• Blackletter Cabernet Sauvignon
  

  Tasting Notes:

  Exceptionally complex nose with layers of leather, spice, black currant, nutmeg, and blackberry. Rich flavors of plum, black cherry and Oolong tea. Dense and deep, this wine will continue to open up for hours, revealing complex aromas and flavors for those patient enough to decant. A serious wine that will evolve as the night goes on.

  Region:

  Paso Robles

  Vintage:

  2019

  Winemaking:

  The majority of Cabernet Sauvignon for this blend came out of Margarita Vineyard block 49, situated on a gently sloping hillside running east-west, while the Petit Verdot came from block 44A. These grapes are hand-harvested in the dead of night when it's the coolest and the skins are firm.​
  The Margarita Vineyard Cabernet and Petit Verdot, and the Grosso Kresser Vineyard Cabernet were settled and racked into a mix of 36% new French and 64% once/twice used French barrels. All lots held in separate barrels. After another racking and further aging for 26 months, the barrels were blended, and the wine bottled.

  Blend: 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot

  Acclaim:

  93 Points - Wine Enthusiast
  93 Points - Wine & Spirits
  91 Points - James Suckling