Praise for Talbott Wines

While we generally prefer to let our wines speak for themselves, over the past few years a number of wonderful things have been written about Talbott Vineyards. We invite you to read what some top wine writers are saying.

		Wine Spectator –October 21, 2009 TALBOTT MONTEREY COUNTY CHARDONNAY 2006 “A very distinctive style. Full-bodied and well-done, rich and unctuous, showing bold, fleshy ripe fig, honey, melon and spicy hazelnut flavors, with light oak shadings. Ends with a long, honeyed finish. Drink now through 2014. ” – James Laube
		Wine Enthusiast – February 2009 TALBOTT 2005 CUVEE AUDREY CHARDONNAY
		Wine Spectator – December 8, 2008 TALBOTT 2005 DIAMOND T CHARDONNAY “Tasting Highlights: California Chardonnay 18 outstanding new Chardonnays from Sonoma, Carneros, Monterey and more”“This collection of new-release California Chardonnays demonstrates how well this grape excels in so many different appellations along with a diversity of style. This group also crosses a wide range of price points, with many good values...Coming from further south into Monterey is a trio of Talbott 2005s, which showcase that area's bold mix of exotic tropical, honey and pineapple flavors.”“Sweet tasting pear, honey and nectarine flavors are pure, elegant and medium-weight, with lively acidity, a flash of toasty oak and a smooth, cleansing finish. Drink now through 2012.” – James Laube
		Wine Enthusiast April 2009 TALBOTT 2005 DIAMOND T CHARDONNAY
		Wine Enthusiast – February 2009 TALBOTT 2005 CUVEE CARLOTTA CHARDONNAY
		Wine Spectator – December 8, 2008 TALBOTT 2005 CUVEE CARLOTTA CHARDONNAY “Tasting Highlights: California Chardonnay - 18 outstanding new Chardonnays from Sonoma, Carneros, Monterey and more”“This collection of new-release California Chardonnays demonstrates how well this grape excels in so many different appellations along with a diversity of style. This group also crosses a wide range of price points, with many good values...Coming from further south into Monterey is a trio of Talbott 2005s, which showcase that area's bold mix of exotic tropical, honey and pineapple flavors.”“Lots of ripe, fresh tropical fruit—tangerine and nectarine—is full-bodied, clean and elegant, with a clean, refreshing aftertaste. Drink now through 2012.” – James Laube
		Wine Enthusiast – September 2008 TALBOTT 2005 SLEEPY HOLLOW CHARDONNAY “This cold-climate vineyard is source to some of the most powerful Chardonnays in California. The ’05 shows the massive tropical mango, guava, nectarine, apricot and pineapple flavors the vineyard effortlessly delivers. Almost over the top, it’s saved by very crisp acidity.” – James Laube