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The name Arroyo Seco literally translates as "Dry Creek". However, this appellation in the center of Monterey County's Salinas Valley is an oasis of viticulture. Arroyo Seco is famous for white wines full of tropical fruit and refreshing read more...acidity. This AVA hosts a small but prestigious list of wineries and supplies fruit to many of California’s most prominent producers who appreciate the distinctive character shaped by this AVA's unique terroir. The appellation’s large eastern and central areas are dominated by Chardonnay and Riesling. Grapes grown in this section of the AVA thrive in a mix of gravelly and sandy loam soils, developing complexity in one of California’s longest growing seasons. As the warm midday sun reflects off large stones, known locally as the “Greenfield Pebbles,” a cool afternoon wind pours in from Monterey Bay, refreshing the vines. The AVA’s much smaller western section is a gorge cutting into the Santa Lucia Mountains. This coastal range protects this part of Arroyo Seco from the influence of cool Pacific winds. Zinfandel, along with Bordeaux and Rhone varietals, flourish in this warmer section. Here, on steep terraces overlooking the Arroyo Seco, soils are less fertile, and vines must dive deep to find nourishing water. The results can be spectacular.    (hide)

aogata reviewed Mount Eden Vineyards Chardonnay Arroyo Seco 2007:

November 2009

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Mount Eden Vineyards Chardonnay Arroyo Seco 2007

Starting at $18^.16 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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joechahwan reviewed Radog Wines Sauvignon Blanc Arroyo Seco Cedar Lane Vineyard 2006:

September 2009

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Radog Wines Sauvignon Blanc Arroyo Seco Cedar Lane Vineyard 2006

Starting at $18^.00 Snoothrank: 4/5

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KilgourMom reviewed J. Lohr Riverstone Arroyo Seco Chardonnay NV:

August 2009

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J. Lohr Riverstone Arroyo Seco Chardonnay NV

Starting at $7^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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son01 reviewed Radog Wines Sauvignon Blanc Arroyo Seco Cedar Lane Vineyard 2006:

August 2009

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Radog Wines Sauvignon Blanc Arroyo Seco Cedar Lane Vineyard 2006

Starting at $18^.00 Snoothrank: 4/5

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ejay reviewed J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonnay 2007:

August 2009

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J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonnay 2007

Starting at $11^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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bunchie reviewed Cobblestone Arroyo Seco Chardonnay 2006:

August 2009

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Cobblestone Arroyo Seco Chardonnay 2006

Starting at $29^.00 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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tjo1913 reviewed Muirwood Vineyards Chardonnay Arroyo Seco 2007:

July 2009

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Golden yellow, medium body wine with notes of citrus and pear, moderate acidity with a buttery mouthfeel and pleasant finish

Muirwood Vineyards Chardonnay Arroyo Seco 2007

Starting at $7^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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tabednar reviewed J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonnay 2007:

July 2009

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Very good price for this Chardonnay but it didn't bring much to the table that made it unique. Dry with good acidity and a mineral taste that is very subtle. Slight hints of peach and apricot but overall I wish I could...

J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonnay 2007

Starting at $11^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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ChewKarma reviewed J Lohr Arroyo Vista Chardonnay 2006:

July 2009

ChewKarma

A very good wine in it's price range to serve to company. Mild oak and mild buttery tastes, with slight vanilla finish. Well balanced and full body mouth feel. A very good Chardonnay to keep for dinner guest.

J Lohr Arroyo Vista Chardonnay 2006

Starting at $19^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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blog4wine reviewed Carmel Road Chardonnay Arroyo Seco 2004:

July 2009

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color-yellow gold; nose-tropical fruit & cedar; mouth-sweet cream & pineapple; finish-medium long buy it, share it

Carmel Road Chardonnay Arroyo Seco 2004

Starting at $17^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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