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AWARDS AND REVIEWS
WHITE WINES
2007 Moscato Allegro
San Francisco International Wine Competition, DOUBLE GOLD
Dallas Morning News Wine Competition, GOLD
California State Fair Wine Competition, 88 points, Silver
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Silver
Orange County Wine Competition, Bronze
2006 Pinot Grigio, Central Coast
Food & Beverage International, Sept. 2008 - "Think fresh, light and crisp with a bright fruit forward bouquet of fresh figs, pears and citrus. The palate has a subtle hint of tartness and a well balanced acidity that leads to a clean, refreshing finish. This oh so drinkable wine is perfect for a summer dinner party, especially when paired with a prosciutto and melon appetizer."
Contra Costa Times, 10/31/07
Pinot Gris' popularity rises, yet prices stay low
"2006 Martin & Weyrich, Pinot Grigio, Central Coast ($15): From its very fresh scents of green melon to its juicy, mildly peachy flavors, this engaging youngster hits the varietal mark smartly, and its straight-ahead pleasures take no effort to find. Its neatly placed acids lend just the right edge of crispness to its lengthy finish."
Jerry Mead's New World International Wine Competition, BEST OF CLASS, GOLD
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Gold
International Eastern Wine Competition, Double Gold
San Diego International Wine Competition, Gold
West Coast Wine Competition, Gold
Los Angeles Wine & Spirits 2007 Competition, Gold
California State Fair, Silver
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Silver
Long Beach Grand Cru, Silver
Finger Lakes International Wine Competition, Silver
Tasters Guild International Wine Judging, Silver
Orange County Fair Commercial Wine Competition, Silver
Riverside International Wine Competition, Bronze
2006 Unwooded Chardonnay, Central Coast
San Francisco Chronicle, Sept. 28, 2007, Pacific Coast Oyster Wine Competition, #4 best wines to pair with oysters out of top six
International Eastern Wine Competition, Double Gold
Central Coast International Wine Competition, Gold
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Silver
Tasters Guild International Wine Judging, Silver
Los Angeles Wine & Spirits 2007 Competition, Silver
Orange County Fair Commercial Wine Competition, Bronze
2006 Chardonnay, Edna Valley
California State Fair Wine Competition, 95 points, GOLD
Orange County Wine Competition, GOLD
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Silver
ROSÉ WINES
2007 Matador Rosé, Paso Robles
Orange County Wine Society, GOLD
RED WINES
2006 Pinot Noir, Jack Ranch
Food & Beverage International, Sept, 2008 - "A fruit forward Pinot that truly caters to a crowd. An exquisite dark red color with the edges of a warm sunset give this wine an enticing hue. Subtle cherry notes on the nose are pleasant and refreshing, and the subtle tannins make this wine highly drinkable. The balanced finish is dry yet smooth. A great table wine to be framed with many platters of food and warm laughter. Pass the bottle, please!"
Orange County Wine Competition, GOLD
International Eastern Wine Competition, GOLD
2007 Pinot Noir, Edna Valley
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Silver
Orange County Wine Competition, Silver
California State Fair Wine Competition, 84 points
2005 Sangiovese Il Palio, Paso Robles
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Gold
California State Fair Wine Competition, 89 points, Silver, Best of Class-Central Coast Appellation
Orange County Wine Competition, Silver
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Silver
Dallas Morning News Wine Competition, Gold
2003 Nebbiolo, Paso Robles
Food & Beverage International, Sept. 2008 - "An earth driven bouquet greets the nose, yet this wine is much more delicate than the Nebbiolo Reserve. Aromas of cherry with floral notes are the difference here, and lighter tannins lend themselves to an easy mouth feel and a bright finish. Paired with bold marinara sauces and pestos ground from fresh basil right out of the garden, this Italian varietal is crafted right here in Paso Robles by talented wine maker Craig Reed."
87 points, Highly Recommended, Beverage Testing Institute, Feb. 2008
San Francisco Chronicle, 12/2/07, Top 100 Wines of the Year
Orange County Fair Commercial Wine Competition, Gold
Critics Challenge, Gold
Jerry Mead's New World International Wine Compeition, Silver
California State Fair, Silver
Central Coast International Wine Competition, Silver
Tasters Guild International Wine Judging, Silver
Riverside International Wine Competition, Silver
Los Angeles Wine & Spirits 2007 Competition, Silver
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Bronze
International Eastern Wine Competition, Bronze
Finger Lakes International Wine Competition, Bronze
San Diego International Wine Competition, Bronze
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Bronze
Long Beach Grand Cru, Bronze
2004 Nebbiolo, Paso Robles
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Silver
California State Fair Wine Competition, 83 points, Honorable Mention
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Bronze
Dallas Morning News Wine Competition, Silver
NovusVinum.com, Wine of the Week - June 11, 2009
"This highly regarded boutique winery was founded by the Martin and Weyrich families in 1981, and is currently operated by David and Mary (Martin) Weyrich and their eight children. The families began by investing in the Paso Robles appellation because they believed that the region’s soil and climate would be ideal for creating world class Nebbiolo, the noble grape of Italy’s Piedmont region. Today the Weyrichs produce Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, with an emphasis on the Italian varietals, such as an acclaimed Pinot Grigio, Moscato, Primativo (Zinfandel), Sangiovese, and of course, Nebbiolo, the wine that started it all. Their 2004 Nebbiolo offers bright cherry and cocoa aromas with a hint of cinnamon on the nose. On the palate, tart cherry and cranberry shine through, with a dusty, truffle note towards the back. The wine finishes a little short but offers a fresh acidic character that makes it a fine pairing with spicy pasta arrabiata, wild game ravioli, or a simple plate of smoked sausages and aged cheese. It is sure to be a crowd pleaser at a desirable price." 14/20, Good.
2003 Nebbiolo Il Vecchio, Paso Robles
WineReviewOnline.com, Nov. 19, 2008, 90 points.
Food & Beverage International, Sept. 2008 - "A distinctive, expressive wine worthy of notice. Itís bouquet of earth tones, smoke, and dark fruit unfold on the palate with an engaging complexity. Layers of cedar, cigar box, tobacco leaf give way to dark berries, plums and raspberries in the true Italian sense of this varietal. The palate is firm and savory and the finish lingers and unfolds, offering many edges to the last sip. Mild tannins make this the wine to place at both ends of the table when crafting that hearty Italian feast. If this is your first venture into Italian varietals, this will please, please, please. Aged in French Oak for 24 months, Wine maker Craig Reed has immersed himself in the Italian varietals, and leads the way."
BEST WINE OF COMPETITION, Limited Production Wines, 2008 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition
California State Fair Wine Competition, 85 points, Honorable Mention
2004 Nebbiolo Il Vecchio, Paso Robles
California State Fair Wine Competition, 86 points, Bronze
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Bronze
Orange County Wine Competition, Bronze
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Bronze
2005 Insieme Red Wine, Paso Robles
Los Angeles International Wine Competition, GOLD, BEST OF CLASS
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Silver
California State Fair Wine Competition, 86 points, Bronze
Orange Country Wine Competition, Bronze
Wine Spectator, 84 points, "Tangy and bright berry flavors have spice and citrus peel accents on a medium body, with firm tannins. Petite Sirah, Sangiovese, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Barbera. Drink now. 1,564 cases made." –MW
2005 Cabernet Etrusco, Paso Robles
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Silver
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Bronze
Dallas Morning News Wine Competition, Bronze
California State Fair Wine Competition, 83 points
2004 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Silver
California State Fair Wine Competition, 84 points, Honorable Mention
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Bronze
2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles
Orange County Wine Competition, Bronze
California State Fair Wine Competition, 83 points
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Bronze
2005 Meritage, Paso Robles
California State Fair Wine Competition, 98 points, DOUBLE GOLD, BEST OF CLASS-SOUTH CENTRAL COAST APPELLATION
2004 Dante Dusi Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel, Paso Robles
Orange County Wine Competition, Bronze
San Francisco International Wine Competition, Bronze
DESSERT WINES/APERITIF WINES
2007 Moscato Allegro
San Francisco International Wine Competition, DOUBLE GOLD
Dallas Morning News Wine Competition, GOLD
California State Fair Wine Competition, 88 points, Silver
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Silver
Orange County Wine Competition, Bronze
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