Awards and Scores
2023 Cabernet Sauvignon | 94 points
Tommy Town Vineyard, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, CA
94 points, Jeb Dunnuck
"Based on 93% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Graciano, the 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon shows more crème de cassis, freshly sharpened pencil, graphite, and hints of flowers on the nose. It would pass for a top Saint-Julien and is medium to full-bodied, with a pure, layered, graceful mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, and a great finish. Aged 15 months in 44% new 225-liter French oak barriques, this riveting Cabernet Sauvignon will keep for 15 years. Drink 2025-2040."
2023 Grenache | 94 points
Morro View Vineyard, San Luis Obispo Coast, CA
94 points, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
"This is an immensely satisfying Grenache, starting with bold aromas of pomegranate, cherry and chai spice on the nose. The palate is expansive, ranging from cherry to strawberry to ripe plum flavors, all enlivened by black pepper and chai spices."
2023 Graciano | 93 points
Vogelzang Vineyard, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, CA
93 points, Jeb Dunnuck
"More inward and darker compared to the 2022, the 2023 Graciano is based on 86% Graciano and 14% Grenache. Blackberries, peppery herbs, and floral, violet-like notes define the aromatics. It's medium-bodied and concentrated, with terrific purity and ripe, integrated tannins. Aged 15 months in 41% new French oak 500-liter puncheons, it's going to have 10-12 years of prime drinking. Drink 2025-2037."
2023 Albariño | 95 points
MarFarm Vineyard, Edna Valley, San Luis Obispo Coast, CA
95 points, Bob Paulinski, The Tasting Panel
“A compelling Albariño that extends a youthful appearance and wonderfully expressive aromas. Notes of apricot, peach, and citrus are lifted and captivating. Full-bodied, appealing textural component from lees aging, perfectly balanced, layered, and nuanced with superb length on the finish. A beautiful wine from start to finish.”
2022 Grenache | 95 points
Morro View Vineyard, San Luis Obispo Coast, CA
95 points, Meredith May, The Tasting Panel
“... this earthy yet slick wine exudes white-peppered black raspberry that lights up the palate alongside zesty notes of cinnamon and rhubarb. It finishes with a juicy wash of mocha and mulberry.”
2022 Graciano | 94 points
Vogelzang Vineyard, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, CA
94 points, Meredith May, The Tasting Panel
“... Blended with 14% Grenache, this is a graceful red, with subtle tones of rosemary-tinged blackberry. Black pepper, clove, and a touch of cinnamon add dimension to the creamy flow of cherry and vanilla. Spicy and earthy notes of ripe fruit appear on the saline finish.”
2022 Revelación X Reserve | 93 points
Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California
93 points, Matt Kettman, Wine Enthusiast
"Dark red fruit aromas meet with cedar, game and tar on the nose of this blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Graciano and 12% Grenache. Red cherry and cranberry flavors are lifted by complex touches of pepper and game on the palate, where the tannins add just enough bite."
2022 Cabernet Sauvignon | 93 points
Tommy Town Vineyard, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, Central Coast, CA
93 points, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
“Woody mushrooms and loamy earth aromas meet with dark red fruit on the classically styled nose of this Cab. Firm tannins frame the palate, where the dark red fruit flavors are dusted in minty herbs and lightly bitter elements.”
2021 Revelación X Reserve | 93 points
Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, Central Coast, CA
93 points, Jeb Dunnuck
“The 2021 Revelación X is based on 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Grenache, and 5% Graciano. It has a ruby/plum hue as well as savory, spicy, rock-solid notes of spiced redcurrants, sandalwood, dried herbs, and savory flowers. It’s balanced, has fine tannins, and a great finish.”
2021 Grenache | 94 points
Morro View Vineyard, San Luis Obispo Coast, CA
94 points, Jeb Dunnuck
“Rocking framboise, rose, sappy flowers, and some gamey, meaty notes all shine in the 2021 Grenache, a round, layered, seamless red based on 96% Grenache and 4% Graciano. I love its overall balance, and it’s medium to full-bodied, with ripe tannins and a great finish. Drink bottles through 2031.”
2021 Grenache Joven | 91 points + Editor's Choice
Brave Oak Vineyard, Estrella District, Paso Robles, CA
91 points, Editor’s Choice, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
“Very light and transparent in the glass, this carbonically fermented quick-release wine is a very satisfying, easily-to-quaff partner for a cheese and charcuterie plate. Cherry, incense, hibiscus and earth aromas on the nose lead into cranberry, plum and salty meat flavors on the palate.“
2020 Grenache | 93 points
Morro View Vineyard, Edna Valley, San Luis Obispo Coast, CA
93 points, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
“Kirsch-like aromas are spiced by mace, dried ginger and Dr Pepper scents on the nose of this vibrant, layered Grenache. The palate is fresh and juicy with floral edges, offering rose, carnation and red-spice flavors, with ample acidity and tension through the finish.”
2020 Tempranillo Joven | 92 points + Editor's Choice
Pomar Junction Vineyard, El Pomar, Paso Robles, CA
92 points, Editor’s Choice, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
“This brand is having fun with Tempranillo in this bottling, which begins with fresh and floral aromas of purple flowers, light raspberry and cracked pepper on the nose. There’s a charcoal and smoke aspect to the palate, but it is more driven by rosewater and plum, with a hint of that bubblegum that often comes with carbonic fermentation.”
2019 Grenache | 93 points
Morro View Vineyard, Edna Valley, CA
93 points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous
“Deep vivid red. An expansive, complex bouquet evokes fresh red fruit, candied flowers, cola and Moroccan spices. Smoothly blends depth and energy, offering appealingly sweet raspberry, kirsch, spicecake and mocha flavors and a touch of vanilla. Clings with impressive authority on the penetrating finish, which is framed by smooth, well-knit tannins.”
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon | 92 points
Plummer Vineyard, Estrella District, Paso Robles, CA
92 points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous
“Opaque ruby. Expansive, oak-tinged cherry and cassis scents, along with exotic spice, vanilla and floral accents. Smooth, broad and appealingly sweet, offering palate-coating red and dark fruit flavors that become spicier and more energetic as the wine stretches out. Pliant tannins frame a long, juicy finish that strongly echoes the floral and spice notes.”
2018 Grenache | 93 points
Morro View Vineyard, Edna Valley, San Luis Obispo Coast, CA
93 points, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
“Buoyant aromas of raspberry, white pepper, rose,
dried sage, loamy soil and roasted meat make for a layered and dynamic entry to this hearty wine. There is plenty of depth on the palate as well, from black raspberry and plum flavors to salumi and Turkish delight.”
2018 Tempranillo Joven | 91 points
Pomar Junction Vineyard, El Pomar, Paso Robles, CA
91 points, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
“Crushed granite and dried soil aromas show on the nose of this bottling, which also offers black-fruit scents. That stony quality envelops the palate, wrapping up the fresh black-currant and blackberry flavors.”
2017 Cabernet Sauvignon | 92 points
Plummer Vineyard, Estrella District, Paso Robles, CA
92 points, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
“Hearty aromas of blackberry, black currant, purple flowers, smoke and black rocks make for a heady entry to the nose of this bottling. The palate is rich but dry, with cassis, black-cherry, roasted wood and deep olive flavors. It is a full-flavored wine that’s layered in textured tannins.”
2017 Revelación Red Blend | 93 points + Cellar Selection
Central Coast, CA
93 points, Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
“Aromas of plump black currant, pie crust, violet and wet loam strike the nose in a pleasant, measured manner upon opening this blend of Tempranillo, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah. Intense tannins and persistent acidity frame the sip, where flavors of blackberry and crushed rock emerge.”