Central Coast Wine Competition-Best of Class Awards
2009 Central Coast Wine Competition
Best of Class Award Winners
BEST OF SHOW
2008 Robert Hall Viognier, Paso Robles
Featuring honeysuckle, orange blossom and sweet spice aromas, this Viognier displays stone-fruit flavors of apricot and white peach with a burst of mango tropical fruit flavor and a hint of tangerines
BEST RED WINE
Candor Merlot Lot 1, California ~ Paso Robles, Santa Barbara
Displays classic plumy, dark stone fruit, spice and a hint of smoke, with just enough grip on the finish to round out the package.
Chardonnay
2008 Acre Chardonnay Central Coast
A lovely chardonnay that introduces itself with bright tropical fruit aromas of lime, kiwi and lychee fruit complemented by citrus zest notes and toasted oak tones.
Sauvignon Blanc
2008 Vina Robles Sauvignon Blanc, Paso Robles
Brilliant yellow hue with aromas of melon, ripe pear and lychee; dry, medium bodied white wine with a rich creaminess on the palate with flavors of honeysuckle and stone fruit; bright and refreshing with well balanced acidity.
Pinot Gris
2008 Ventana Vineyards Pinot Gris, Monterey
This Pinot Gris shows a beautiful, light golden hue with an enticing delicate aroma of orange blossoms. Rich rounded and full bodied, flavors of lime and orange first greet the palate followed by crisp apple then complemented with spicy pear on the medium to dry finish.
Other White Dry
2008 Cambiata Albarino, Monterey
This Albarino is pleasantly floral, reminiscent of ripe peaches, pears and nectarines. The wine is dry and crisp but with enough body to be substantial and rich in the mouth.
Pink
2008 San Marcos Creek White Merlot, Paso Robles
The “perfect summer wine…” ripe with the aroma of white stone peaches, pink grapefruit and hints of honeydew on the delightfully refreshing off-dry finish.
Fortified Red
2007 Cinquain Cellars Touriga & Tinto, Paso Robles
These luscious flavors of the Douro include ripe cherry fruit, black current, truffle and a hint of smoke.
Pinot Noir
2006 Cambria Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley
This wine offers fresh cherry, blueberry, strawberry and cranberry fruit. Flavors accented with cinnamon, vanilla and oak spice characters. A silky texture and balanced tannins lead to a fruity and earthy finish.
Cabernet Sauvignon
2006 Niner Wine Estates Cabernet Sauvignon, Bootjack Ranch, Paso Robles
This wine shows classic Cabernet character. The wine begins with blueberry, blackberry, cherry, chocolate mint, and cinnamon spice. A slight earthiness and a bit of vanilla and toasty oak follows with great structure and lasting fruitful finish.
Zinfandel
2006 Donatoni Winery Zinfandel, Croad Vineyards, Paso Robles
A Big, Bold, Peppery Zinfandel.
Syrah
2006 Baileyana Syrah, Grand Firepeak Cuvee, Edna Valley
Lavender and blueberry jump out of the glass and are complimented by hints of white pepper on the palate. Rich, extracted and full bodied.
Petite Sirah
2006 Clayhouse Petite Sirah, Paso Robles
Beautiful style with solid tannin core, black pepper & blackberry pie aromas, and a hint of cranberry.
Other Red Wine Varieties
2007 Autry Cellars Malbec, Paso Robles
A full orchestra of flavors and aromas featuring red plums, vanilla, toasted bread, anise, and lingering hints of dark chocolate.
Spanish Red Varieties
2006 Arroyo Robles Tempranillo AR Estate, Paso Robles
Made in the classic style of the Rioja region of Spain, the elegant flavors hint of cherry, spice and vanilla with well rounded bold flavors.
Best Blended Red Wine
2007 Ventana Vineyards, Rubystone, Monterey
Liquid silk caresses the palate with intense flavors of black cherry and candy apple. It is full bodied and full flavored with a lovely lingering finish