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Perched high above the Salinas Valley, the Santa Lucia Highlands promises to become a crown jewel of California viticulture. The AVA has developed a reputation for producing wines with intense fruit character, combined with a graceful, read more...often mineral-laden acidic backbone. Chardonnay is the region’s sparkling gem, representing over half of its production, although Pinot Noir is quickly establishing its own value. The AVA is blessed with quality-minded wineries and vineyards, combined with strong ties to some of the Golden State’s most prolific producers and distributors. Enjoying one of California’s longest growing seasons, vineyard coverage has grown to over 2,300 acres. This north-south oriented alluvial terrace benefits from well-drained granitic soils and shelter from the Pacific Ocean by the Santa Lucia Mountains. Yet the region benefits from cool morning fog and afternoon breezes, drawn into the Salinas Valley from Monterey Bay. The AVA officially starts a mere 40 feet above the valley floor, but vineyards can be found at elevations as high as 1,200 feet, where fog burns off much earlier than below. These higher altitude vineyards have the advantage of more direct sunshine. Coupled with the natural southeastern exposure of these vineyards, the Santa Lucia Highlands have a terroir unique for Monterey.    (hide)

VegasOenophile reviewed Hahn Estates Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2006:

November 2009

VegasOenophile

Silky and velvety. Nice, easy and well balanced pinot.

Hahn Estates Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2006

Starting at $19^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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sscalet reviewed Blackstone Chardonnay Sonoma Reserve 2005:

November 2009

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Blackstone Chardonnay Sonoma Reserve 2005

Starting at $16^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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VegasOenophile reviewed Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon 2006:

November 2009

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- Tasted at Lee's Wine Experience 11/7/09

Smith & Hook Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

Starting at $20^.59 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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VegasOenophile reviewed Mirassou Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2005:

November 2009

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- Tasted at Lee's Wine Experience 11/7/09

Mirassou Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2005

Starting at $27^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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ChrisCaughman reviewed Sequana Sarmento Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2007:

November 2009

ChrisCaughman

In the glass, this robust Pinot Noir shows a beautiful crimson-tinged-ruby color at its core that fades gently to a garnet rim. The nose is hearty and complex, dominated by aromas of ripe cherries and raspberries and...

Sequana Sarmento Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2007

Starting at $27^.49 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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arichar reviewed La Rochelle Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2005:

October 2009

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La Rochelle Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2005

Starting at $36^.95 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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rnbarrios reviewed David Bruce Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2004:

October 2009

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David Bruce Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2004

Starting at $38^.59 Snoothrank: 4/5

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ChrisCaughman reviewed Miura Pinot Noir Gary S Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands 2006:

October 2009

ChrisCaughman

Deep ruby core to a think garnet rim; aromas of ripe raspberry and strawberry, cola and light oak; palate follows the nose, well balanced, smooth and lingering finish

Miura Pinot Noir Gary S Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands 2006

Starting at $65^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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fthead9 reviewed Lucia Syrah "susan's Hill" Santa Lucia Highlands 2007:

October 2009

fthead9

Excellent Syrah, rich fruit with a hint of spice. Thank you Manhattan Fine Wines for this discovery.

Lucia Syrah "susan's Hill" Santa Lucia Highlands 2007

Starting at $40^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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loey reviewed Paraiso Vineyards Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2007:

October 2009

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Paraiso Vineyards Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2007

Starting at $19^.95 Snoothrank: 4/5

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