{"title":"Friday 8\/14: Meet Winemaker Brian Talley — Winery-Direct Exclusives","description":"\u003cp\u003eAll eleven Talley Vineyards wines from our Friday, August 14th masterclass with owner and third-generation farmer Brian Talley. $783 of Arroyo Grande, Edna Valley and SLO Coast Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, including \"The Adobe\" 2021 at 97 points from Jeb Dunnuck, the Rosemary's Vineyard and Rincon Vineyard bottlings, Oliver's Chardonnay, Stone Corral Pinot Noir and Don's Legacy. 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In 1982, his son Don Talley, planted wine grapes on a rolling hillside parcel unsuitable for vegetable farming. Four years later, in 1986, he and his wife Rosemary founded Talley Vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2022 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay is a celebration of our heritage, offering a refreshing and complex flavor profile. With notes of yellow apple, citrus blossom, white peach, and bergamot, this vintage unfolds layers of nectarine, saline, lemongrass, and woodsy undertones, finishing with a delightful peaches and cream essence. Its flinty minerality and invigorating freshness make it a perfect match for grilled or roasted chicken. This wine is a testament to the meticulous care and dedication that have shaped Talley Vineyards over the decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rincon Vineyard is the heart of Talley Vineyards, rooted in the home vineyard where the planting began in 1982. This vineyard saw the first plantings of Chardonnay, marking the beginning of our legacy. Over the years, the unique terroir of the East Rincon Vineyard has consistently produced exceptional Chardonnay, characterized by its striking minerality and citrus notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemakers Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine was barrel fermented with native yeast before aging 16 months sur lie in 40% new French oak barriques and puncheons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - The Wine Independent:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay needs a lot of swirling and shaking to wake up notes of fresh lemon, grapefruit, green apples, and sea spray, followed by suggestions of lime blossoms and baking bread. The light to medium-bodied palate is tightly wound with citrus and mineral layers and great tension, finishing on a lingering floral note. This should age gracefully over 10-12 years.\" - Lisa Perrotti-Brown (Oct 2024)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 Chardonnay Rincon Vineyard brings slightly more toast and spice yet has a similar core of pure stone fruits, white flowers, and subtle toasty, nutty nuances. It has fabulous purity, medium body, a pure, elegant mouthfeel, and vibrant acidity. It's another sensational 2022 from this estate that knocks it out of the park. As with most 2022s, there’s an upfront, accessible style, yet this has the balance and acidity to evolve gracefully for at least a decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\" - Jeb Dunnuck (Aug 2024)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 Chardonnay Rincon Vineyard brings slightly more toast and spice yet has a similar core of pure stone fruits, white flowers, and subtle toasty, nutty nuances. It has fabulous purity, medium body, a pure, elegant mouthfeel, and vibrant acidity. It's another sensational 2022 from this estate that knocks it out of the park. As with most 2022s, there’s an upfront, accessible style, yet this has the balance and acidity to evolve gracefully for at least a decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\" - Antonio Galloni (July 2024)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eThis combines amazing richness and viscosity with great acidity for a rich but vibrant expression that you want to linger over. At first creamy and soft with a pillowy entry and creamy texture, then the vivid fresh acidity of lemon and lime zest kick in. Medium-bodied. Sustainable. Drink or hold.\u003c\/span\u003e\" - Jim Gordon (Aug 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Meyer lemon oil, brisk apple, wet stone and a light toastiness converge on the nose of this bottling. There is a firm, intriguing grip to the palate, which is classic for this estate, as flavors of pastry, citrus and light herb lead into a honey-kissed finish.\" - Matt Kettmann (Mar 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MONTEREY BAY WINE COMPANY","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":51905455751533,"sku":"","price":58.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/Screenshot2025-04-23142238.png?v=1745443347"},{"product_id":"talley-vineyards-estate-rosemarys-vineyard-pinot-noir-2023-arroyo-grande-valley-central-coast-california-vm-94","title":"Talley Vineyards Estate \"Rosemary's Vineyard\" Pinot Noir 2023 (Arroyo Grande Valley, Central Coast, California) - [WA 95+] [JD 95] [VM 94] [WE 94]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTalley Vineyards is located in the San Luis Obispo Coast American Viticultural Area (AVA) which is recognized as the coolest AVA in the state of California due to its direct proximity to the cold Pacific Ocean.  Within the San Luis Obispo Coast, there are two smaller AVAs, the Arroyo Grande Valley and the Edna Valley, and the winery owns vineyards and farms in both valleys.  The cool climate of the area, coupled with calcareous clay and shaly loam soils, makes it ideally suited to grow Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Talley Vineyards’ specialties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Talley Vineyards began when Brian Talley's grandfather, Oliver Talley, began growing specialty vegetables in the Arroyo Grande Valley in 1948. In 1982, his son Don Talley, planted wine grapes on a rolling hillside parcel unsuitable for vegetable farming. Four years later, in 1986, he and his wife Rosemary founded Talley Vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounding Rosemary Talley’s home, Rosemary’s Vineyard is the coolest site at Talley Vineyards, has distinctive chalky shale soils and produces Pinot Noir marked by refreshing acidity. It yeilds Talley Vineyards most ageworthy and highly regarded wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSustainably grown grapes were hand harvested at night and fermented with native yeast in open top fermenters and punched down by hand. The wine aged 16 months in 39% new French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e95+ Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Pinot Noir Rosemary's Vineyard echoes its Chardonnay equivalent as the most alluring and complex Pinot Noir in the Talley portfolio. It offers a slightly darker, deeper fruit profile than its counterparts, while weaving in fresh herb, citrus rind and sea spray accents. The beautifully textured palate is equal parts lacy and sumptuous while simultaneously displaying the most tensile elasticity of the range. It culminates in a long, layered finish framed by detailed, fine-grained tannins entwined with crystalline salinity. While already beautiful, I would err on the side of patience, as there is energy, dynamism and dimension here to spare.\" - Matthew Luczy (Dec 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Pinot Noir Rosemary's Vineyard displays a medium ruby\/translucent hue and a spice-driven, complex nose of red fruits, savory herbs, and forest floor\/underbrush-like nuances. Based on 100% Pinot Noir and aged in 33% new French oak for 16 months, it's medium-bodied and has a beautiful sense of purity and precision, ripe tannins, and clean, focusing acidity that comes through on the finish. There's a Vosne-Romanée-like complexity and depth here, and it should have solid longevity. Drink 2025-2037.\" (Sep 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Pinot Noir Rosemary's Vineyard has excellent delineation and fruit density without heaviness. Orange zest, rosemary, new leather and cranberry form a particularly intoxicating aromatic and flavor profile, all articulated in the lighter-bodied framework of the year. A persistent, herb-inflected finish wraps things in style. (Drink between 2025-2032).\" - Billy Norris (Aug 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bold aromas of maraschino cherry and strawberry are laced in cola, cinnamon and tree bark on the nose of this bottling, which takes some breathing time to fully emerge. THe palate is plummy and layered in dried herbs and peppery spices, all clinging to a tense frame.\" - Matt Kettmann (Apr 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MONTEREY BAY WINE COMPANY","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":52831019893101,"sku":null,"price":89.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/pxvdxuo76ucthrfbt3jt.jpg?v=1745448605"},{"product_id":"talley-vineyards-estate-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-2023-arroyo-grande-valley-central-coast-california-jd-96-dm-95-vm-95-js-94-wa-92-copy","title":"Talley Vineyards Estate \"Rosemary's Vineyard\" Chardonnay 2023 (Arroyo Grande Valley, Central Coast, California) - [VM 96] [JD 96] [DM 95] [WA 95] [WE 94] [WS 93]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTalley Vineyards is located in the San Luis Obispo Coast American Viticultural Area (AVA) which is recognized as the coolest AVA in the state of California due to its direct proximity to the cold Pacific Ocean.  Within the San Luis Obispo Coast, there are two smaller AVAs, the Arroyo Grande Valley and the Edna Valley, and the winery owns vineyards and farms in both valleys.  The cool climate of the area, coupled with calcareous clay and shaly loam soils, makes it ideally suited to grow Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Talley Vineyards’ specialties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Talley Vineyards began when Brian Talley's grandfather, Oliver Talley, began growing specialty vegetables in the Arroyo Grande Valley in 1948. In 1982, his son Don Talley, planted wine grapes on a rolling hillside parcel unsuitable for vegetable farming. Four years later, in 1986, he and his wife Rosemary founded Talley Vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounding Rosemary Talley’s home, Rosemary’s Vineyard is the coolest site at Talley Vineyards. It has distinctive chalky shale soils and produces Pinot Noir marked by refreshing acidity. Just like the wine’s namesake, Rosemary’s Chardonnay makes a statement even in its softness. The sophistication and elegance of this wine come with a backbone that provides amazing structure and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAromas of lemon, oyster shell and graham cracker lead to flavors of lemon curd, saline, apple and pine. The laser like finish displays subtle complexity and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemakers Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol Percentage:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e13.3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcid:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0.7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePh:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3.41\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottling Date:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eJanuary 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVineyards:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRosemary's Vineyard, soil type: Lopez very shaly loam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification: \u003c\/strong\u003eRosemary's Chardonnay is barrel fermented with native yeast, then aged 14 months, sur lie in 25% new French oak barrique and puncheon barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Chardonnay Rosemary's Vineyard begins with a flicker of flinty reduction before delving deeply into layers of lemon oil, mint, lime zest, green apple and chalk. Mineral-driven and very cool-climate in feel, it pulses with energy. Site expression is front and center here, amplified by an extra measure of tension and drive that elevates the Rosemary's above the rest of the range. This is a strikingly complete Chardonnay from Brian Talley. Bravo. (Drink between 2025-2035)\" - Billy Norris (Aug 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2023 Chardonnay Rosemary's Vineyard reveals a medium gold hue and a stunning nose of stone fruits, ripe melon, spicy wood, and salty minerality. Aged sur lie for 14 months, it's balanced and medium-bodied, with a juicy, lively mouthfeel and a great finish. This is another truly brilliant Chardonnay from this estate that you could put in a blind lineup of top White Burgundies. Drink 2025-2035.\" (Sep 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Gorgeous Chardonnay comes from the hands of winemaker Eric Johnson at Talley Vineyards on the San Luis Obispo Coast. This bottling from Rosemary's is the coolest site on the cooler than you'd expect Talley estate. Beautiful and full aromatics of clover honey, candied ginger, rich, ripe pineapple, and a sweet white gardenia floral tone. The palate nails texture, as a creamy lemon curd flavour segues into juicy ripe mangoes, perfectly ripe Meyer lemon pulp and an undeniable coastal salinity that soars at the finish.\" - Clive Pursehouse (Mar 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The most dynamic and multifaceted Chardonnay from Talley is the 2023 Chardonnay Rosemary's Vineyard, which derives from vines planted in 1988 and 1998 on shale and loam soils. Fennel, flint, hazelnut and crushed stone aromas gradually build in intensity on the nose, followed by a palate that combines nimble energy with punchy textural breadth, a tensile core and exceptional finesse. It concludes with a weightless, deep, rich finish while sacrificing no verve, clarity or dimension. This functions like an amalgam of the other Chardonnays in the range, and it should develop beautifully into its second decade.\" - Matthew Luczy (Dec 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Sea breezes blow through the nose of this single-vineyard expression from a famous site, as do aromas of white melon and gardenia. There's a leathery texture to the palate, where toasted almond and Meyer lemon peel flavors work in harmony.\" - Matt Kettmann (Apr 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A stylish white, showing a beautiful floral note up front, plus jasmine and lemon blossoms. Offers a vivid, mouthwatering and intense core of lemon zest, with hints of beeswax and Asian pear. Freshly grated ginger and Himalayan sea salt leave an impression on the finish. 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In 1982, his son Don Talley, planted wine grapes on a rolling hillside parcel unsuitable for vegetable farming. Four years later, in 1986, he and his wife Rosemary founded Talley Vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur Estate Pinot Noir is the quintessential expression of Talley Vineyards, representing the cool climate and hillside topography of our home on the San Luis Obispo Coast's Arroyo Grande Valley. The bright and crunchy 2022 vintage is laced with accents of black raspberry and orange zest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 season began with a wet winter and saturated soil conditions due to a series of atmospheric river systems that brought 49 1\/2 inches of rain to the Arroyo Grande Valley, more than double the long-term average. Yields were abundant and the wines express charm and approachability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaker's Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntirely estate sourced from the San Luis Obispo Coast AVA established by Brian Talley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVineyards:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e82% Rincon, 10% Rosemarys, 8% Stone Corral\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottling Date:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eJanuary 2025\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of bing cherry, cardamon, resin and strawberry lead to flavors of cranberry, flint, forest floor and rich raspberry. The finish is vibrant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eA blend of Pinot Noir across the Talley estate sites, this wine shows wonderfully, with intricate aromatics of rose petals, smoke and dusty red berries. The palate is savoury and shows brilliant structure as rooibos, sea salt and savoury herbs frame tart raspberry and cranberries with a note of salty blood orange at the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\" - Clive Pursehouse (Mar 2025)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 Pinot Noir Estate Grown (San Luis Obispo Coast) highlights all the signatures of the region. Chaparral, black tea, tobacco and underbrush accent a core of bitter cherry fruit and toasty oak spice. Energetic and elegant, the 2023 offers lovely purity and a clear sense of place.\" - Billy Norris\u003c\/span\u003e (Aug 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MONTEREY BAY WINE COMPANY","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":53520716661101,"sku":null,"price":36.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/ycvldijmu6usvdmq3wrz.jpg?v=1752092625"},{"product_id":"talley-vineyards-gruner-veltliner-2023-edna-valley-california-copy","title":"Talley Vineyards Gruner Veltliner 2025 (Edna Valley, California)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTalley Vineyards is located in the San Luis Obispo Coast American Viticultural Area (AVA) which is recognized as the coolest AVA in the state of California due to its direct proximity to the cold Pacific Ocean.  Within the San Luis Obispo Coast, there are two smaller AVAs, the Arroyo Grande Valley and the Edna Valley, and the winery owns vineyards and farms in both valleys.  The cool climate of the area, coupled with calcareous clay and shaly loam soils, makes it ideally suited to grow Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Talley Vineyards’ specialties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Talley Vineyards began when Brian Talley's grandfather, Oliver Talley, began growing specialty vegetables in the Arroyo Grande Valley in 1948. In 1982, his son Don Talley, planted wine grapes on a rolling hillside parcel unsuitable for vegetable farming. Four years later, in 1986, he and his wife Rosemary founded Talley Vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrown in the cool-climate soils of Oliver’s Vineyard in the Edna Valley, Grüner Veltliner, known as the “green wine of Veltlin”—thrives on the SLO Coast. 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Beautifully textured from 14 months sur lie in 23% new French oak. A serious barrel influence grounds this marine saline freshness—aromas of clover honey, acacia wood and vanilla bean frame, ripe peach and apricot. The palate shows such graceful depth, ripe pomme fruits, almond pastry cream and a succulent note of lemon meringue. It balances beautifully elegance and depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\" - Clive Pursehouse (Mar 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 Chardonnay Oliver's Vineyard has a powerful nose of toasted spices and yellow orchard fruit. Pure and focused, it's a wine of excellent balance and textural intrigue. Laden with powerful minerality, the 2023 boasts exceptional depth and nuance. Bright saline acids drive the finish. The Oliver's is slightly lighter in body and steelier in character than its 15-month élevage in 30% new wood would lead you to expect, but it's a style that very much works here—almost Chablis-like.\u003c\/span\u003e\" - Billy Norris (Aug 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"T\u003cspan\u003ehe 2023 Chardonnay Oliver's Vineyard derives from vines planted in 1991 and 2007 on calcareous soils with clay and diatomaceous content. It leads with one of the more exuberant bouquets of the Talley Chardonnays, wafting with tropical fruit, baking spice and jasmine aromas, with a touch of citrus-driven lift. The palate follows with a remarkably slender, focused texture before concluding with a similarly vibrant, airy finish that slowly unfolds with grounded, textural depth. 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A similarly intricate palate fuses elasticity, levity and depth, seamlessly transiting into a sturdy, mineral-driven finish that lingers with refined tannins and savory undertones. This is a beautiful expression of Arroyo Grande, and it should reward time in the cellar.\" - Matthew Luczy (Dec 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Beautifully complex, savory red and black berry fruits, spice, leather, a kiss of sassafras, and rose petals all emerge from the 2023 Pinot Noir Rincon Vineyard. It's medium-bodied, with a supple, elegant, juicy mouthfeel, nicely balanced tannins, and outstanding length. Aged 16 months in 29% new French oak before being bottled without filtration, this is another complex, juicy, elegant release from Talley that will drink beautifully over the coming decade. 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In 1982, his son Don Talley, planted wine grapes on a rolling hillside parcel unsuitable for vegetable farming. Four years later, in 1986, he and his wife Rosemary founded Talley Vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Adobe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a complete expression of Talley Vineyards, blending the very best Pinot Noir grapes of our estate. Cultivated and crafted by hand, this wine leans further into the time-honored winemaking traditions of Burgundy that inspired Don and Brian Talley to begin making wine over thirty-five years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reserve Pinot Noir was named in homage to the historic El Rincón Adobe —a home built in the 1860s on land that would become Talley Vineyards, made with surrounding soil and elements of the earth. The building remains on the Talley estate today as a reminder of the fortitude and magic that define our sense of place; it's the heart of our vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 vintage is soft yet energetic with notes of fruit and spice. It is not only a sip of finesse, harmony, and sophistication but also tells the collective story of our sense of place—the soil, climate, and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A tiny production cuvée, the 2021 Pinot Noir The Adobe comes from a blend of the Rincon and Rosemary Vineyards and was 82% destemmed and saw 15 months in 50% new French oak. Smoky black cherries, dried herbs, spice, iodine, and some meaty, floral nuances all shine in this beauty, and it hits the palate with medium-bodied richness, a pure, layered, incredibly elegant mouthfeel, fine tannins, and a great finish.\" (Aug 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ Points - The Wine Independent:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2021 The Adobe Pinot Noir comes from Rosemary's and Rincon Vineyards and was aged in 50% new oak. It's a vineyard selection made of the best sites that vintage. Pale to medium ruby-purple colored, it springs from the glass with vibrant notes of red and black cherries, red roses, and lavender oil, followed by an earthy perfume of moss, damp soil, and garrigue. The elegantly styled, medium-bodied palate delivers intense red berry and earthy flavors with a racy backbone and silky tannins, finishing long and fragrant.\" – LPB (Oct 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2021 Pinot Noir The Adobe is a blend of blocks in Rincon annd Rosemary'. It shows all the energy of this important vinatge in its dynamic personality. Sweet red cherry, dried flowers, spice, cedar and tobacco open with some coaxing. I admit, I prefer the vineyard designates for the greater singularity, but this is nicely done just the same.\" - Antonio Galloni (Jul 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92+ Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2021 Pinot Noir The Adobe combines one block each from the Rincon and Rosemary’s Vineyards, aged in 50% new French oak for 16 months. The nose is deft, ethereal and precise, showing aromas of dried cherry, cranberry, some floral tones and surprisingly well-integrated oak. The palate is medium-bodied and combines silky precision with creamy richness. The oak treatment becomes much more apparent on the slightly coarse but well-structured finish, suggesting this will need a few years in bottle to digest its élevage. 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In 1982, his son Don Talley, planted wine grapes on a rolling hillside parcel unsuitable for vegetable farming. Four years later, in 1986, he and his wife Rosemary founded Talley Vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce a rugged pasture where cattle grazed, Stone Corral Vineyard is now one of the most distinctive Pinot Noir sites on the San Luis Obispo Coast. This cooperative vineyard is a rare collaboration between three wineries—Talley, Stephen Ross, and Kynsi—each crafting its own expression from this singular site. Nestled in the heart of the Edna Valley, just four miles from the Pacific Ocean, Stone Corral benefits from the region’s long, cool growing season and sandy clay loam soils, producing Pinot Noir with deep color, plush texture, and remarkable complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of cranberry, rhubarb and mushroom lead to flavors of cherry, smoke, strawberry and fennel. The finish displays delicate red fruits and fine tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Detailed aromas of dark pomegranate, cranberry, carnation and hibiscus join scorched soil and light tea leaf on the nose of this wine. The palate is satisfyingly bold yet elegantly crafted, offering strawberry, cherry, bay leaf and lavender flavors, with a hint of game on the finish.\" - Matt Kettmann (Mar 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lots of redcurrants, dried flowers, spice, and an almost Sta. Rita Hills-like salinity and marine character emerge from the 2022 Pinot Noir Stone Corral Vineyard, another beautifully balanced, elegant, complex, nuanced Pinot Noir from this estate. It's upfront, complex, and ready to go, yet should easily evolve for 10-12 years if well stored.\" (Aug 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 Pinot Noir Stone Corral Vineyard brings together individual elements that make some of the other wines in this range so appealing. Deceptively medium in body, the 2022 packs a pretty bold punch of tannin and acid, both critical for ensuring balance in this challenging year. Clean mineral notes extend the finish as hits of black cherry, sage, lavender and rosemary linger. A few months in bottle will only help. – Antonio Galloni (Aug 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - The Wine Independent:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Stone Corral Vineyard has the sandiest soil type of all the vineyards Talley farms. This 2022 Pinot Noir Stone Corral was entirely destemmed. Pale to medium ruby-purple colored, graceful notes of warm cranberries, kirsch, and raspberry leaves gently waft from the glass, followed by hints of spearmint, Sichuan pepper, and dusty soil. Light to medium-bodied, the palate is so delicately played, featuring savory nuances intertwined with red berry flavors, finishing on a lingering earthy note.\" – LPB (Oct 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Supple, flavorful, rich in red fruit and meltingly delicious. While medium-bodied, it has a tempting viscosity backed by good acidity that highlights the red plums, raspberries and spearmint. Concentrated without being heavy, as one-third new French barrels bring spicy complexity. Sustainable. Drink or hold.\" (Aug 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90+ Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2022 Pinot Noir Stone Corral opens with an elegant nose of subtle dried spices and pleasurable red fruit framed with accents of fresh herbs. The palate is silky and precise, leading to a finish that shows a bit of structural tenacity and baking-spice notes that could use integration over the next couple of years in bottle.\" – Matthew Luczy (Jul 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VINIFERA WINE MARKETING","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":53525458289005,"sku":null,"price":83.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/2018-Stone-Corral-Pinot-Noir-Talley-Vineyards-KLDYGQ.png?v=1629143497"},{"product_id":"talley-vineyards-estate-slo-coast-chardonnay-2024-san-luis-obispo-coast-california","title":"Talley Vineyards Estate SLO Coast Chardonnay 2024 (San Luis Obispo Coast, California)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the wine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Estate Chardonnay is the quintessential expression of Talley Vineyards, representing the cool climate and hillside topography of our home on the San Luis Obispo Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe blend includes Rosemary's Vineyard, overlooking the Pacific and surrounding Rosemary Talley's home; Rincon Vineyard, recognized as a California Grand Cru by Wine Enthusiast Magazine; and Oliver's Vineyard, named after Talley Farms founder, Oliver Talley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MONTEREY BAY WINE COMPANY","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":53640256586093,"sku":null,"price":29.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/Screenshot_2025-05-03_132713.png?v=1746304082"}],"url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/collections\/friday-8-14-meet-winemaker-brian-talley-winery-direct-exclusives.oembed","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}