PRESS/ACCOLADES

2016

James Suckling

2014 AVE Founder's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Georges III 92 Points
2014 AVE Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder 91 Points
 

The Tasting Panel - Anthony Dias Blue

2014 AVE Founder's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Georges III 95 Points
2014 AVE Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford 94 Points
2013 AVE Founder's Reserve Pinot Noir Clone 777 Sta. Rita Hills 91 Points
2014 AVE Founder's Reserve Chardonnay Presquile Santa Maria Valley 90 Points
 

San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

Received SILVER MEDAL
2013 AVE Chardonnay "Founder's Reserve"
 

2015

West Coast Wine Competition (East Meets West)

Received SILVER MEDAL

2012 AVE Pinot noir

Monterey Wine Competition

Received SILVER MEDAL
2013 AVE Chardonnay

Vinous - Antonio Galloni

2012 AVE Pinot Noir 90 points

Tasting Note: Brilliant red, Complex, highly perfumed aromas of fresh raspberry, cola, potpourri and smoky minerals, with a hint of star anise in the background. Fleshy and broad on entry, then more taut in the middle, with sappy red and dark berry flavors given spine by juicy acidity. Nicely plays power off vivacity and finishes sweet and long, with supple tannins coming on late. - Josh Raynolds

2013 AVE Pinot Noir La Encantada Vineyard 91 points

Tasting Note: Deep red, Ripe redcurrant, cherry and white pepper on the nose, with woodsmoke and floral notes emerging as the wine opens with air. Silky and gently sweet, offering juicy red fruit flavors and a touch of fruitcake. Shows a touch of refreshing medicinal bitterness on the long, penetrating finis, which features dusty tannins and repeating spiciness. - Josh Raynolds