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Santa Maria Valley's climate and topography makes its vintage history distinct from California's other appellations.
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Pinot Noir |
| 1999 |
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Very late, small crop; dense flavors |
| 1998 |
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Late, ripe, low yields |
| 1997 |
* / ** |
Best where heavily pruned |
| 1996 |
** |
Long & cool |
| 1995 |
*** |
Small crop; exotic flavors |
| 1994 |
* / ** |
Early rains; patience rewarded |
| 1993 |
* |
Large crop, balanced |
| 1992 |
* |
Wines developed quickly |
| 1991 |
** |
Near classic |
| 1990 |
** |
Some rain, ripe, dark, exotic |
| 1989 |
** |
Ripe, concentrated fruit |
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Chardonnay |
| 1999 |
*** |
Late, small crop. Intense flavors |
| 1998 |
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Long, cool. Light crop. Bright acidity |
| 1997 |
* |
Large crop, fully mature |
| 1996 |
*** |
Rich & balanced |
| 1995 |
** |
Small crop, intensely flavored |
| 1994 |
* |
Rain, low sugar, some botrytis |
| 1993 |
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Large crop, early pruning key |
| 1992 |
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Very ripe, rich flavors |
| 1991 |
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Cool year with late harvest |
| 1990 |
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Good acidity for longevity |
| 1989 |
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Ripe, classic Santa Maria Valley |
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