2018 Deovlet "Zotovich Family Vineyard" Chardonnay, "Sanford & Benedict Vineyard" Chardonnay & "La Encantada Vineyard" Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Blanc Horizontal

“The 2018 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is a magical wine. Deceptive in its translucent feel, the 2018 is beautifully layered and expansive, with all of the pedigree of these vines planted in 1971. Orchard fruit, lemon confit, dried flowers and subtle tropical accents develop effortlessly. Simply put, the 2018 is fabulous. (AG)” (12/2021)

“Reminding me of a top Meursault, the 2018 Chardonnay Zotovich Family Vineyard offers up lots of toasted bread and hazelnut notes as well as ripe orchard fruit and floral nuances, medium body, a concentrated, bright, racy mouthfeel, and a great finish. The acidity is almost racy, yet it’s not tart, and it still brings impressive texture and richness.” (08/2021)

“The 2018 Chardonnay Zotovich Family Vineyard takes some time to blossom from its initial aromas of cheese rind and crushed almonds, to give way to an intense core of apple pie and citrus blossom. The medium-bodied palate is satiny and very fresh, with restrained, mineral-laced fruits and a long, taut finish. All that fresh acidity will allow this to pair widely at the table. (EB)” (12/2022)

“The 2018 Chardonnay Zotovich Family Vineyard is a total knock-out. Bright and sculpted in the glass, the Zotovich screams with character. More than anything else, the Zotovich has so much depth and yet remains light on its feet. Tangerine oil, lemon confit, hazelnut and light honeyed notes build as the 2018 opens up in the glass. This is a stellar showing from Ryan Zotovich. (AG)” (07/2020)

“The 2018 Pinot Noir la Encantada Vineyard has a medium ruby color and pretty aromas of cracked pepper, lavender, cranberry and blueberry, opening to tar, earth and dark spice as it spends time in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is powerful and concentrated with an intense core of dark fruit, seamless acidity, generous, grainy tannins and a long, flavorful finish. (EB)” (12/2022)

“The 2018 Pinot Blanc La Encantada Vineyard is sublime. Green orchard fruit, white flowers, lime and bright saline notes all race in the glass. Medium in body and taut, the 2018 impresses for its steely personality and clean, bracing finish. This is such an exquisite wine. (AG)” (07/2020)

“Lastly, the 2018 Pinot Blanc La Encantada Vineyard has lots of lime, mint, and exotic herb notes as well as a juicy, balanced, lively style on the palate. As with all the wines from this estate, it's beautifully made, balanced, and worth seeking out.” (08/2020)