2014 Calera Chardonnay Central Coast
Fleshy, but not without bite
California
2014 Emeritus Pinot Noir Hallberg Ranch Russian River Valley
Spicy and piquant Russian River Pinot Noir
2014 Talbott Pinot Noir Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands
Fruit-laden and heavily spiced Pinot Noir
2014 Talbott Pinot Noir Kali Hart Monterey
Ripe and piquant Central Coast Pinot Noir
2016 Martin Ray Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley
The ripe, tropical style of Sauvignon Blanc
2014 Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Opaque and chewy, it demands rich fare
2013 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley Sonoma County
Balanced but youthful Alexander Valley Cabernet
2014 Bouchaine Riesling Las Brisas Vineyard Carneros
Languid and off-dry, it’s in a sweet spot now
2014 Dierberg Chardonnay Drum Canyon Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills
Serious and deep, with a finishing mineral aspect
2015 Gundlach Bundschu Chardonnay Sonoma Coast
Sharp and focused, good with a range of fare
2012 Dolin Red Blend The Blue Note Malibu Coast
Substantial and truly savory; a port-like wine
2014 Dierberg Chardonnay Estate Santa Maria Valley
A balanced and friendly Central Coast Chardonnay