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Laetitia Estate Arryo Grande Valley Chardonnay 2010
Winery: Laetitia Estate Vineyards
Grape(s): Chardonnay
Region: San Luis Obispo County
Special Designation: Arryo Grande Valley
Farming Certification: Sustainability in Practice (SIP)(tm)
Year: 2010
Price: 10-15

Review:
A bouquet of pineapple and mango melds with suggestions of smoke, white pepper, and oak on the nose. Tropical fruit flavors are accented by notes of vanilla, white spice, and fresh minerals on the palate. It's a fairly dry white, with some lively highlights, that still has nice, welcoming fruit. If you're not a fan of vanilla, this is a Chardonnay for you.
Rating: 89

Laetitia Estate Reserve Du Domaine Pinot Noir 2010
Winery: Laetitia Estate Vineyards
Grape(s): Pinot Noir
Region: San Luis Obispo County
Special Designation: Reserve Du Domaine
Farming Certification: Sustainability in Practice (SIP)(tm)
Year: 2010
Price: 35-40

Review:
Aromas of raspberries and red plums meld with notes of roast meat and oak. Cherry and raspberry jam flavors emerge on the palate accented by hints of spice, dusty earth, and game. A Pinot with balanced acidity and jammy fruit, if you prefer that style, this is a bottle for you. Give it some breathing time before enjoying.
Rating: 89

Laetitia Estate Arryo Grande Valley Pinot Noir 2010
Winery: Laetitia Estate Vineyards
Grape(s): Pinot Noir
Region: San Luis Obispo County
Special Designation: Arryo Grande Valley
Farming Certification: Sustainability in Practice (SIP)(tm)
Year: 2010
Price: 20-25

Review:
This blend of 10 different Pinot clones offers aromatics of strawberries and cherries that meld with notes of earth and light spices. A sip delivers flavors of bright red berries that are accented by suggestions of spice, earth, and vanilla. Nicely balanced between lush and lively, if you enjoy Pinots with nice fruit and a friendly acidity, give this bottle a try.
Rating: 89