Immerse yourself in the decadent world of Twomey Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2018, a splendid representation of delicate refinement and complexity from California's Santa Maria Valley. Born of the famed Bien Nacido Vineyards, Twomey's meticulous viticulture pays homage to traditional methods, fostering intensely flavourful Pinot Noir grapes in cool, maritime-influenced climates. The 2018 vintage is crafted with precision, its grapes hand-harvested at optimal maturity and fermented with a naturally-occurring yeast.

Aged for thirteen months in French Oak barrels, it possesses an opulent palette of black cherries, fresh raspberries, and robust spiciness, decoratively presented with hints of earthiness and toffee. The Twomey Pinot Noir Bien Nacido 2018 reflects masterful winemaking from the illustrious Silver Oak family, upholding its commitment to excellence while showcasing the varietal's charm, elegance and versatility. Savour this extraordinary wine, and celebrate the allure of old-world class marrying new-world richness.

Vinous (89)

The 2014 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County) is a super-polished appellation-level Chardonnay. Pear, white flowers and mint give the 2014 its brightness and aromatic lift. This is an especially appealing, mid-weight Chardonnay built on freshness. I would prefer to drink the 2014 over the next few years. The key vineyard sites are Bien Nacido, Dierberg, La Rinconada, Zotovich and Sanford & Benedict, with an increasing reliance on Santa Maria fruit.

Wine Advocate (97)

The 2018 Chardonnay La Rinconada Vineyard opens with crushed almonds and flint that segue to white peaches, allspice and pastry aromas. The palate is seamless and expansive, with waves of concentrated, savory fruit and pure floral accents, and it finishes with tremendous length and energetic acidity. Delicate yet intense, this 2018 has everything it needs for a long life in the cellar.

From the heart of California's Fort Ross-Seaview AVA, the idolised Wayfarer WF2 Pinot Noir 2020 is a paragon of meticulous viniculture. Its grapes are grown on the sun-soaked Wayfarer Estate vineyard, a jewel nestled in the cooling coastal fog. Reflecting the distinctive maritime terroir, this fine wine offers a vibrant bouquet of wild strawberry, rose petal, and fragrant spice.

Structured and concentrated, each sip dances with notes of red and black fruits, ending with a streak of minerality showcasing the wine's exceptional pedigree. Masterfully created under the discerning hand of winemaker, Bibiana González Rave, the wine is aged for 15 months in French Oak, further enriching its already profound complexity.

The Wayfarer WF2 Pinot Noir 2020 is a testament to the art of wine-making. A collector's dream, this fine wine encapsulates the unique grace and power of Californian Pinot Noir, destined to delight the palate for many years to come.