Crisp acidity and ultraripe fruit make this wine a very good sipper. It’s clean and sleek on the palate, with dryish pineapple, kiwi and kumquat flavors that vaguely resemble Chardonnay.——S.H.(9/1/2010)—— 87

First thing to know is that this wine is a little sweet, basically off-dry, in residual sugar. But it’s balanced with clean acidity, and has pure flavors of peaches, pineapples, pears, vanilla and honeysuckle flowers. ——S.H.(12/1/2009)—— 86

This winery has turned out three delicious, crisp, personality-filled dry white wines. The 1995 Sylvaner, usually a neutral tasting grape, offers attractive fruit, some floral, spicy components, medium body, good extract, and a fresh, dry finish. Drink it over the next 1-2 years. Tel. (805) 934-4332