Waitrose In Partnership With Villa Maria

Andrew Murray

Santa Maria Valley Viognier 2013

Met Andrew last Friday. Love his wines especially this wine. He is really in touch with his land! — 11 years ago

Qupé

Bien Nacido Hillside Estate Syrah 2008

paired perfectly with a giant bone-in ribeye — 11 years ago

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Kynsi

Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir 2010

Exceptional nose of dark cherry, spice and cedar. Taste blossoms in the mouth with dark fruits and hints of spice. Long finish. Got better after being open for a couple hours. Classic Santa Maria Pinot. — 12 years ago

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Dierberg

Estate Grown Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir 2009

Loving this, it's a Pinot with all the elements I love in Cayuse — 12 years ago

Foxen

Block UU-Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay 2013

As a member of Foxen's wine club, it's always a welcomed sight when a shipment arrives! This came in my last shipment, and I couldn't resist. Big tropical fruit that's not too buttery or oaky with great balance make this Chardonnay a winner. ~$32 | #foxen #santamariavalley #chardonnay

On the eyes:
Clear Star Bright
Med Straw-Yellow
Light Stain, Med Tears
No Gas/Floc

On the nose:
Powerful Tropical fruit
Citrus Peel and Salt
Mineralty, French Oak
Med Alcohol

On the tongue:
Sweet, Med Tannin
Med Acid, Med Alcohol
Med Round Body
Honey soaked Pineapple
Hint of Citrus and Herb
Good Balance, Med+ Finish
Good Complexity

— 11 years ago

Villa Maria

Private Bin Marlborough Pinot Noir 2010

Earthy aromas of cherry and spice. Smooth flavors of raspberry and cola with long finish. Found this in the clearance bin for half price. Score! — 11 years ago

Anthony liked this

Presqu'ile Winery

Santa Maria Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2012

A great Sauvignon Blanc from a boutique winery out of Santa Maria (Presqu'ile). Partly Presqu'ile and Riverbench vineyards this wine shows it's uniqueness with intriguing hints of jalapeño. Seven months in neutral oak, stainless steel and concrete egg. — 12 years ago

Quinta Vale D. Maria ( Quinta Vale Dona Maria )

Quinta Vale D. Maria Douro 2010

Jörgen Lindström Carlvik
8.9

Impressive in many ways, with great fruit and underlying minerality, yet feels "made" as the oak treatment is dominant and its tannins too polished. It lacks intensity and the power which usually makes this wine truly special. — 11 years ago

Anthony and Lasse liked this

Cambria Estate Winery

Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012

Really nice Pinot. Earthy and rich in the nose, fruity and floral on the tongue. A little barnyard but not too much. Well rounded and very drinkable. Enjoyable with cheese and crackers. Definitely would drink again. Maureen says "too bad it's gone." — 11 years ago

Tyler

Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay 2011

Great apples and minerality in this wine! Complex flavors that last with resounding acidity! Can't wait to get my hands on another bottle! — 12 years ago