Santa Barbara County

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At the foot of the Central Coast, just north of Los Angeles, the Santa Barbara County reverberates with its Missionary past, although viticulture as we know didn't arrive here until the 1970s. Now there are 6,000 ha of world class Pinot Noir & Chardonnay. 

While fog banks shape the season, together with a notable rainfall deficit between May & November, elevated terraces such as Bien Nacido in the Santa Maria Valley AVA faciliate premium fruit growing. Santa Ynez Valley AVA enjoys similar trait, though cooler still;

Recommended Producers:
Au Bon Climat's Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay from the region's Santa Rita hills is a prime example. Qupe are another excellent source

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2013 Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Sandford & Benedict, Santa Ynez Valley

2013 Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Sandford & Benedict, Santa Ynez Valley
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£44.50

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2010 Au Bon Climat Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County

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2010 Au Bon Climat Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County
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Jim Clendenen’s wines are a firm favourite in our household and this is no exception. Meursault-esque, with a buttery nose of toasted nuts, white flowers, yet not overbearing as many California chardonnays can be. Stone fruit on the palate, all bound by a fine acidity. This would be perfect with roast chicken or some shellfish. Enjoy anytime from now and over the next four years.
Fergus Stewart, Plan Manager
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2011 Au Bon Climat Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay, Santa Ynez

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2011 Au Bon Climat Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay, Santa Ynez
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A touch more tropical than the Los Alamos, with a melon note on the nose. Classically structured, this is also in the Meursault vein, with richness perfectly balanced with a fresh streak. Still quite tightly wound at present, this deserves time in the cellar. 
Fergus Stewart - Private Account Manager
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2010 Au Bon Climat Knox Alexander Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley, CA

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2010 Au Bon Climat Knox Alexander Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley, CA
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2011 Au Bon Climat Knox Alexander Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley, CA

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2011 Au Bon Climat Knox Alexander Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley, CA
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The Knox Alexander feels straight-backed and proud, its ‘Pinosity’ cutting through like a knife. Serious, rather than seductive, this is a tight, focused wine with bright acidity. The tannins are extremely fine yet hugely present, surrounded by a restrained core of fresh but sumptuous, pure fruit. The wine has beautiful precision and is completely spellbinding. This is a masterclass in how to make ‘proper’ Pinot Noir from a winemaker at the top of his game.
Catriona Felstead MW, Wine Buyer
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2011 Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Sandford & Benedict, Santa Ynez Valley, CA

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2011 Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Sandford & Benedict, Santa Ynez Valley, CA
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Sanford & Benedict Vineyard has yielded a juicy, smoky Pinot Noir for the 2011 vintage. Spices and licorice are some of the many notes that flesh out in this radiant, supple Pinot Noir. Drink 2014-2017
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