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Talbott Vineyards Tasting Room in Carmel Valley
Located in the Carmel Valley Village 12 miles east of Carmel, the Talbott Tasting Room opened in the spring of 1999. Designed with the feel of the Talbott's home in mind, it is a perfect showcase not only for their wines, but also for the beautifully handmade neckwear and silk accessories from the Robert Talbott Company.
Decorated in Early California style with antiques and artwork, the Tasting Room has a sunny garden patio that is perfect for picnic dining, or just relaxing.
Open daily; from 11:00am until 5:00pm
53 West Carmel Valley Road
PO Box 449
Carmel Valley, CA 93924
tel (831) 659-3500
fax (831) 659-351
Standard Tasting: $8.50 with tax – not applied toward the purchase of wine
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Chardonnay |
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Tasting Notes |
2008 Kali Hart
91 Points wine Review Online |
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Kali Hart Chardonnay is intended to be enjoyed within a year or so of release. The rich inviting nose shows bright tropical fruit notes along with ripe melon, honeysuckle, and stone fruit. On the palate, vibrant tropical fruit flavors of pineapple, honeydew melon, and kiwi blend with peach and pear notes, complemented by youthful, refreshing acidity. $19.00 750ml |
2007 Logan Chardonnay
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Medium straw in color, this wine has aromatics of honeysuckle, melon, ripe bananas, almond, and vanilla, with just a hint of sweetness. On the palate, this vintage shows creamy character and lush silky richness, with notes of pear, white peach, nectarine and sweet toasty oak. The finish is long and clean, with bright, vibrant acidity. $22.50 750ml |
2007 Talbott
Sleepy Hollow
90 Points, 06' Vintage
Wine Spectator |
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This wine expresses the classic character for Talbott Chardonnay. Medium straw in color, the aromatics offer up tropical flavors of guava, white peach and nectarine, accented by elements of pear, blanched almond and citrus.
The intensity of the wine’s bouquet is framed by a touch of French oak and toasty brioche notes. On the palate, this vintage shows a lush richness on the initial impression, and echoes the aromatics with additional notes of guava, pear, stone fruit, almonds and sweet French oak. The finish
is long, clean and bone dry with bright citrus note and minerality. $40.00 750ml |
2006 Cuvee Carlotta
95 Points 05' Vintage
Wine Enthusiast |
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From its lovely lemon zest, pear and nutmeg aromas to its sumptuous ripe tropical flavors, our inaugural vintage of Cuvée Carlotta sets the bar high! Highlighted by concentrated elements of pineapple, ripe peaches and hazelnut, this expressive wine offers a round, voluptuous mid-palate balanced by refreshing acidity. Concluding with a supple and satisfying finish, this tête de cuvee bottling captures both the elegance and opulence that have become hallmarks of Sleepy Hollow Vineyard. $52.00 750ml |
Pinot Noir |
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Tasting Notes |
2007 Kali Hart
Pinot Noir
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The 2007 Kali Hart Pinot Noir has a youthful medium garnet color with superb clarity. Aromas of blueberry, cherry and plum are complemented by floral notes and hints of spicy cinnamon and a touch of toasty French oak.. On the palate, this wine delivers lush flavors of cherry-cola, blueberry, while echoing the cinnamon, rose and violet aromatics. The finish is long and dry, with a subtle touch of French oak. In keeping with its signature style this wine is bright , supple and vividly fruit driven. $21.00 750ml |
2008 Logan
Pinot Noir |
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On the nose, this wine shows inviting blueberry ripe cherry, cranberry and smoke notes with a touch of minerality, segueing to flavors of blueberry, cranberry, and cherry cola on the palate. With an intense mid-palate core of fruit and a balanced mouth feel, this wine is drinking well now, but will continue to benefit from additional aging. $25.00 750 ml |
2007 Talbott Pinot Noir
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The 2007 Talbott Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir exhibits a rich deep-garnet hue, with youthful intensity and excellent clarity. Inviting aromas of fresh, ripe fruit, cherry, plum and vine-ripened blueberry lead to signature Sleepy Hollow floral notes, and elements of sweet French oak and spicy cinnamon. On the palate, this lush and silky Pinot displays rich texture and amazing ripe fruit, underscored by mid-palate layers of rose petal, violet, cinnamon and spice. A lasting finish reveals more luscious fruit combined with lively acidity. $40.00 750 ml |
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Map and driving directions
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