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San Simeon 2016 Chardonnay
Winery: San Simeon
Grape(s): 100% Chardonnay
Region: Monterey County, California
Year: 2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
The nose exudes aromas of apple and pear backed up by notes of toasty brown spice and butterscotch. Flavors of peaches, apples, and pears interweave among elements of toasty oak, clove, and vanilla. Medium-bodied with rich flavors lifted by a lovely acidity, this is a well-made, wonderfully balanced Chardonnay for around $17.
Rating: 90

San Simeon 2016 Viognier
Winery: San Simeon
Grape(s): Viognier
Region: Monterey County, California
Year: 2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: n/a

Review:
Aromas of peaches, apricots, and tropical fruits play among notes of citrus blossoms on the nose. A rich palate offers flavors of peach, apricot, and guava that unfurl into white blossoms and lime peal. With good body and fresh acidity, it's a wine to open when serving spicy fish tacos.
Rating: 89

San Simeon 2017 Pinot Noir
Winery: San Simeon
Grape(s): 1000% Pinot Noir
Region: Monterey County, California
Year: 2017
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
Strawberry, plum, and cherry aromas come together with nuances of cola, sage, and all-spice on the nose. The palate opens up with notes of cherries, strawberries, raspberries and moves into expressions of herbs, cola, and brown spice. Plush tannins and a nice acidity make this a Pinot to pair with roast chicken.
Rating: 90

San Simeon 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: San Simeon
Grape(s): 95% Cabernet & 5% Petite Verdot
Region: Paso Robles, California
Year: 2016
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 15-20

Review:
The nose weaves together aromas of blackberries, cassis, and black cherries with undertones of clove, dark chocolate, and vanilla. Upfront, flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, and currant show, with highlights of brown spice, chocolate, and toasty oak following. Supple tannins frame the wine nicely and welcoming fruit makes it quite approachable. Open when serving roast beef.
Rating: 90