News & Events
WESTERN ART SHOWING AT CURTIS ON JANUARY 21
January 18, 2012--Check out the works of Prairie Karen (prairiekaren.com) and Karmel Timmons Fine Art (karmeltimmons.com) on Saturday, January 21 at Curtis Winery for “a touch of Western elegance.” From 1 to 4 p.m. at our tasting room, they will show their western accessories, handcrafted jewelry and fine drawings depicting the traditions of the California vaquero. No RSVP necessary, just come on by!
CURTIS FEATURED IN TRAVELZOO WITH SPECIAL OFFER
January 12, 2012--Curtis Winery is one of the featured wineries in TravelZoo's latest Destination of The Week feature, focusing on the California Wine Country. Included in the feature is a special offer to experience Curtis Winery for just $25, to include tastings for two people, a private winery tour, charcuterie plate and bottle of Syrah from Ambassador's Vineyard (total value of the package is $70). This offer is available through January 26, and redeemable through July 26. Click here to view and purchase TravelZoo's Curtis Winery package. We look forward to seeing you.
FACEBOOK FRIENDS GET TWO-FOR-ONE TASTINGS THROUGH MARCH 1
January 10, 2012--The Curtis Winery Facebook page hit the ground running in 2012, with more than 1,300 followers joining the fun. Now, in gratitude for all that our Facebook friends do to spread the word about our wines and tasting room experience, we are extending two-for-one tastings through March 1 to showcase our new releases (simply mention Facebook when you arrive). So just follow us on Facebook and come on out, we look forward to seeing you.
RHONE REPORT PRAISES CURTIS WHITES
December 18, 2011--Two Curtis Wines shine in the new California tasting report published by The Rhone Report, the leading journal dedicated exclusively to Rhone-style wines. The 2010 Viogner and 2010 Heritage Blanc both earned 89 points. Of the Viognier, the magazine wrote, "A beautifully crisp white that has a light, clean texture, racy acidity and a clean, enjoyable finish."
CURTIS WINES SHINE IN TASTING PANEL
December 7, 2011--In the latest issue of The Tasting Panel Magazine, our 2010 Heritage Rose receives a rating of 90 points in the Publisher's Picks section, and the 2007 Grenache is named to the magazine's Class of 2011: Most Outstanding Wines & Spirits of The Year. This follows an earlier score of 92 points for the 2007 Grenache in the same magazine.
CHARITABLE EFFORTS FEATURED IN SANTA MARIA SUN
December 1, 2011--The Santa Maria Sun features Curtis Winery and our affiliated Jarhead Wine Company in a new story about wineries that support charitable causes: The net proceeds from the sale of each bottle of Jarhead Wine support the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, which provides educational assistance to children of U.S. Marines, with special consideration given to families of fallen Marines. Three-thousand, five-hundred cases of Jarhead Wines are produced each year at $15 a bottle. So far, they’ve raised a half million dollars, said Firestone. “For me to be a part of the Jarhead Red program is something very special,” said Chuck Carlson, general manager of Curtis Winery in Los Olivos, where the wines are made. “It gives us all a special feeling, knowing that we are a part of something that continues to touch the lives of those who have served.”
NEW RELEASES EARN RAVES ON BEVX.com
October 26, 2011--BevX.com rates the 2010 Viognier and 2010 Heritage Rose as "Exceptional" in its latest wine reviews roundup. They describe the Viognier as "a stellar expression of the varietal." The Heritage Rose is described as "vibrant and fresh."
HARVEST UPDATE: WHITES ARE IN, HERE COME THE REDS
October 18, 2011--After a warm spell last week that saw temperatures in the Santa Ynez Valley reach the low 90s, the 2011 harvest season is in high gear at Curtis Winery. Our estate white varietals have now all been picked, and we picked our first Syrah of the vintage on Saturday, with more to come this week. Our Grenache, Mourvedre and Cinsault are still a few weeks out, but what was looking like a late harvest is now settling into a more typical schedule. Yields are low due to the April frost, but we are seeing a corresponding fruit intensity that bodes well for the wines of the 2011 vintage.
TRIO OF CURTIS WINES EARNS RAVES FROM JAMES SUCKLING
October 12, 2011--A trio of Curtis wines earned high scores in a report on Santa Barbara County wines published today on JamesSuckling.com. The 2010 Heritage Blanc is rated at 92 points, with the following description: "Wow. This tastes like an outstanding Chateauneuf blanc...Full and flavorful, yet refined and balanced." The 2009 Heritage Cuvee earned 91 points, while the 2010 Viognier earned 90 points.
ENJOY CLASSIC HITS AT CURTIS ON OCTOBER 8
October 1, 2010--In tandem with the Santa Barbara County Celebration of Harvest, we will be pairing our wines with classic hits on Saturday, October 8 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. as the Dynamic Duo-vers presents live covers of Van Morrison, the Allman Brothers, Simon and Garfunkel and others. We will be pouring our wines outside, and guests are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy our beautiful setting along with the music. This is the finest time of year in the Santa Ynez Valley, so don't miss this festive opportunity to soak it up!
SAVOR THE FLAVORS OF HARVEST ON OCTOBER 8
September 14, 2011--Mark your calendar for the annual Celebration of Harvest on Saturday, October 8 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at beautiful Rancho Sisquoc Winery. Here, we will be joined by dozens of local vintners, as well as chefs from across Santa Barbara County, to showcase the bountiful flavors of the harvest season. Don’t miss this awesome taste of autumn! For tickets and information, call the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association at (805) 688-0881 or visit www.sbcountywines.com.
INTERNATIONAL GRENACHE DAY IS SEPTEMBER 23
September 12, 2011--Need another excuse to drink more Grenache? Pull a cork on International Grenache Day on September 23. According to the organizers, "Grenache enthusiasts are connecting all over the world and coming together to celebrate this groovy grape." At Curtis Winery, we'll be enjoying our 2007 Grenache, which earned 93 Points from Wine & Spirits among other accolades.
NEW LOOK FOR CURTIS VARIETAL WINES AND LOGO
September 4, 2011--Building upon the new look for our Heritage Series blends, we have also updated the label for our estate Rhône varietals, starting with the 2010 Viognier. The new label establishes an improved sense of place by depicting our winery, and we are now using this image in our logo. The early market feedback has been very positive. Chime in with your thoughts at Facebook.com/CurtisWinery.
HIGH MARKS FOR HERITAGE ROSE, SYRAH AMBASSADOR'S
August 20, 2011--In the latest issue of California Grapevine, our new release 2010 Heritage Rose and 2007 Syrah Ambassador's Vineyard both earn designations of "Highly Recommended." The Syrah is described as "rich, plummy, peppery" with a rating of 89 points. The Heritage Rose is praised for its "elegance and minerality."
TEE OFF FOR A GREAT CAUSE
August 15, 2011--Join us once again as we support the 4th annual Central Coast Toys for Tots Golf Tournament on September 9, 2011 at Monarch Dunes Golf Course in Nipomo on California’s Central Coast. The festivities begin with breakfast at 9 a.m. Next, the Color Guard Marines will conduct a “Presentation of Colors,” and the tournament will tee off shortly thereafter at 11 a.m. The day concludes with a cocktail reception, silent auction and dinner, which will include our wines. Your charitable donation of $195 includes all golf fees, as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner. For tournament information and registration, visit www.toys4totsgolf.com.
GRENACHE IS GOLDEN IN LONG BEACH
July 21, 2011--Our 2007 Grenache earned a gold medal at the 2011 Long Beach Grand Cru, its third gold medal at a major competition since its release. This Grenache has also earned ratings of 93 points in Wine & Spirits magazine and 92 points in The Tasting Panel magazine. Meanwhile, the just-released 2010 Heritage Blanc also earned a gold medal at the Long Beach Grand Cru.
VISIT US VIA THE WINE LINE
July 11, 2011--Tired of driving (and pumping gas)? Now you have a new way to tour the Santa Ynez Valley wine country—The Wine Line shuttle service, which allows you to “taste wine at the wineries you choose, when you want, at your own pace.” In other words, you can hop on and off at any local winery, and by the time you are ready to go, another shuttle will be waiting or close to arriving (they come by every 40 minutes). They will also pick you up from local hotels. Visit www.hoponthewineline.com or call (888) 994-6354 for information.
GRENACHE EXTENDS ITS WINNING STREAK
June 20, 2011--The 2007 Grenache is on a roll, most recently earning 94 points for a gold medal at the 2011 California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition. This accolade follows 93 points and a "Best Buy" designation for the 2007 Grenache in Wine & Spirits magazine and a score of 92 points in The Tasting Panel magazine. This wine also earned a gold medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition. On a side note, the 2009 Sauvignon Blanc from our Rock Hollow wine brand earned a gold medal at the Critics Challenge.
GRENACHE EARNS 93 POINTS AND "BEST BUY"
May 25, 2011--Our 2007 Grenache earns a rare combination of a 93-point score and a "Best Buy" designation in the June issue of Wine & Spirits Magazine. This follows a rating of 92 points in The Tasting Panel, as well as a gold medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition.
NEW LOOK FOR HERITAGE SERIES
May 12, 2011--This week we bottled our 2010 vintage Heritage Blanc and Heritage Rosé, both of which inaugurate a new label for our Heritage Series wines. Our aim was to establish a fresh look while retaining familiar elements that represent our roots. On that note, we have enrolled the existing Curtis font and grape cluster motif into a bolder, more colorful palette. We like to say that our Heritage Series wines are born of the sun, forged by the soil and offered in a spirit of everyday enjoyment. We feel that the new label artfully expresses this philosophy. The labels were designed by iii Design of San Luis Obispo.CURTIS GRENACHE ON A ROLL
April 20, 2011--We are excited to announce that our 2007 Grenache earned 92 points in the latest issue of the Tasting Panel Magazine. These accolades follow a gold medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition and a score of 90 points at the California State Fair Wine Competition.
VINTNERS FESTIVAL RETURNS ON APRIL 16
March 16, 2011--Get ready for an extravaganza of local flavors as the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association hosts its annual Vintners’ Festival grand tasting on Saturday, April 16 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at River Park in Lompoc. We will join more than 100 wineries from Santa Barbara County in pouring our wines, and the festivities will include live music and appetizers from a variety of local restaurants. Please visit www.sbcountywines.com or call (805) 688-0881 for tickets and information.
CONNECT WITH CURTIS AT RHONE RANGERS TASTING IN S.F.
March 14, 2011--It will be like Woodstock for Rhône wine fans as the Rhône Rangers—including Curtis Winery, of course—once again ride into San Francisco for their Grand Tasting weekend at Fort Mason on March 26-27. From dinners to seminars to the big tasting itself, this is the ultimate event for Rhône fanatics. For tickets and information, visit www.rhonerangers.org. We hope to see you there!
CATCH SPRING FEVER WITH MAY EVENTS @ CURTIS WINERY
February 23, 2011--Spring into fun at Curtis Winery as we host two events in May. The first is a Spanish Pick-Up Party on Saturday, May 14 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., featuring flamenco music and paella provided by Central City Market. The featured wines will be the 2008 Rock Hollow Syrah and 2010 Heritage Rose. Wine club "pickup" members are encouraged to pick up their shipments on this day. The second event is a classic American BBQ in honor of Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., featuring pulled pork sandwiches, live music and wine tasting.
Both events are open to the public. The cost for both events is $20, inclusive of food and wine sampling. RSVP by writing to elizabeth(at)curtiswinery.com or calling us at (805) 686-8999.
MARDI GRAS FESTIVITIES ON MARCH 5
February 22, 2011--Let the good times roll and join us for our Mardi Gras Pick-Up Party on Saturday, March 5 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.. The festivities will include live jazz along with jambalaya, dirty rice and beignets provided by Central City Market. The featured wines will be the 2008 Crossroads Syrah and 2008 Cabernet Syrah. The cost is $15, inclusive of food and wine sampling. This event is open to the public, and wine club "pickup" members are encouraged to pick up their shipment. RSVP by writing to elizabeth(at)curtiswinery.com or calling us at (805) 686-8999.
VIOGNIER EARNS "BEST BUY" HONORS FROM WINE & SPIRITS
January 25, 2010--The 2009 Viognier earns a "Best Buy" designation and a score of 89 points in the latest issue of Wine & Spirits Magazine. Earlier critical praise of the 2009 Viognier includes a designation of "Highly Recommended" from California Grapevine, as well as a rating of "Exceptional" from BevX.com.
January 25, 2010--The 2009 Viognier earns a "Best Buy" designation and a score of 89 points in the latest issue of Wine & Spirits Magazine. Earlier critical praise of the 2009 Viognier includes a designation of "Highly Recommended" from California Grapevine, as well as a rating of "Exceptional" from BevX.com.
HERITAGE BLANC NETS ANOTHER GOLD
January 12, 2010--Following up on a Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition and a Gold Medal for 94 Points at the California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition, our 2009 Heritage Blanc struck gold again with a gold medal at the 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
"NOW AND ZIN" SPOTLIGHTS CURTIS FACEBOOK PAGE
December 20, 2010--Randy Fuller of the "Now and Zin" blog turns the spotlight on the Curtis Winery Facebook page in his latest Wine Report podcast. The podcast talks about how social media enables wine enthusiasts the opportunity to stay in touch with their favorite wineries while enjoying exclusive content and offers, and it uses our Facebook page as a fitting example. Click here to listen to the podcast.
CURTIS TRIO EARNS 89 POINTS IN RHONE REPORT
December 3, 2010--A trio of Curtis wines earns ratings of 89 points in the latest issue of The Rhone Report: The 2009 Heritage Blanc, 2009 Roussanne, and 2007 Syrah Rock Hollow Vineyard. The publication also gives the Heritage Blanc a designation of "Top Value." The Syrah Rock Hollow Vineyard is described as follows: "Medium bodied with a silky, supple texture, good acidity, and a focused, precise finish, this is a delicious Syrah for drinking over the next 5 to 8 years."
CALYPSO FEST REWIND - 'TWAS A VERY GOOD TIME
November 1, 2010--Thanks to all of our Cellar Crew wine club members and their friends and family who joined us for our annual Calypso Fest on October 23. The Oktoberfest theme was a hit, and we even got to see a baby llama being born at West Ranch (we gave it the name Curtis!). The festivities included German-style fare and music, as well as a grape stomp and vineyard tour. It’s never to early to mark your calendars for the next Calypso Fest in October of 2011!
"SAVE SECOND BASE" T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE ONLINE
October 22, 2010--We invite you to join us in the battle to beat breast cancer with our new "Save Second Base" t-shirts. One dollar from the sale of each shirt will be donated to the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara. Click here to purchase.
CURTIS EARNS RAVE REVIEWS IN NEWS-PRESS
October 2, 2010--Wine writer Dennis Schaefer of the Santa Barbara News-Press weighed in recently on our new white wine releases, giving high marks to the 2009 Viognier, 2009 Heritage Blanc and 2009 Heritage Rose. He described the Viognier as "delicious" and "very focused," and praised the Heritage Blanc's "scintillating acidity."
CALYPSO FEST RETURNS ON OCTOBER 23
September 26, 2010--The next-best reason to join our Cellar Crew wine club returns on October 23 with our annual Calypso Fest celebration (the best reason to join the club, of course, is the opportunity to receive our latest releases with exclusive member savings!). This year, the Calypso Fest meets Oktoberfest, replete with traditional German fare, live polka music and, of course, beer and wine. The festivities will include a vineyard tour with Winemaker Chuck "Calypso" Carlson and an old-fashioned grape stomp. Click here for more information on the event, and here to join the Cellar Crew online.
CELEBRATE HARVEST WITH US ON OCTOBER 9
September 8, 2010--Autumn is the ultimate season in Santa Barbara County. The air is alive with the scents of new wine, the vineyards are alight with fall colors and the weather is typically divine. So come on out and soak it up as Curtis Winery and other member wineries of the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association host the annual Celebration of Harvest on October 9 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. As always, this event will be held on the beautiful estate of Rancho Sisquoc Winery just up the road in the Santa Maria Valley. Here, you will enjoy a sampling of wines from dozens of local wineries, as well as an abundance of locally grown foods prepared by chefs from across Santa Barbara County. For tickets and information, call the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association at (805) 688-0881 or visit www.sbcountywines.com.
HERITAGE ROSE SCORES 90 POINTS
August 20, 2010--We are excited to announce that our new release 2009 Heritage Rosé earns a score of 90 points in the latest issue of California Grapevine. The 2009 vintage is a classic Rhône-style blend of Mourvèdre (48%), Grenache (25%), Cinsault (16%) and Syrah (11%) from the Curtis Estate.
VIOGNIER, HERITAGE BLANC RATED "EXCEPTIONAL"
August 10, 2010--Our new release 2009 Heritage Blanc and 2009 Viognier were both rated as "Exceptional" on BevX.com. The Heritage Blanc was described as "a charming wine that is all about the grapes," while the Viognier was praised as "wonderfully complex."
PRE-HARVEST UPDATE FROM WINEMAKER CHUCK CARLSON
August 3, 2010--"The relatively cool summer has us on pace for a later harvest compared to recent years, which were warmer and drier. The drought cycle was broken with a succession of winter and spring rains, which was great for the vineyards as well as the aquifers. Now, with the steady ripening and extended hang time, I think we can expect to see a lot of natural depth and structure in the fruit we pick this fall."
HERITAGE BLANC STRIKES AGAIN AT CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR
July 5, 2010--Following up on a Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition, the new release 2009 Heritage Blanc earned a Gold Medal and 94 Points at the California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition. Meanwhile, the 2006 Syrah from Ambassador's Vineyard earned 91 Points, while the 2007 Grenache and 2006 Heritage Cuvee both earned 90 Points.
NEW RELEASE HERITAGE BLANC EARNS DOUBLE GOLD
June 23, 2010--The new release 2009 Heritage Blanc earned a double gold medal at the San Francisco International Wine Competition. The 2009 vintage picks up right where the previous vintage left off, as the 2008 Heritage Blanc won a Platinum Medal at the Critics Challenge Wine Competition and a Gold Medal at the Orange County Fair Wine Competition.
CROSSROADS VINEYARD SYRAH EARNS RAVES
June 21, 2010--In its latest issue, the Wine Enthusiast gives our 2006 Syrah from Crossroads Vineyard a rating of 89 Points, describing it as "Powerful in chocolate, blackberry and cherry jam flavors." This follows an earlier rating of 89 points from Robert Parker, who praised the wine for its "good depth, purity and richness." This Syrah also earned a gold medal at the prestigious Critics Challenge Wine Competition.
HERITAGE BLANC EARNS PLATINUM MEDAL, SYRAHS STRIKE GOLD
June 3, 2010--Our 2008 Heritage Blanc earned a platinum medal at the prestigious 2010 Critics Challenge Wine Competition, earning a nomination for Best of Show. Meanwhile, our 2006 Syrah from Rock Hollow Vineyard and 2006 Syrah from Crossroads Vineyard both earned gold medals at the competition.
JOIN US FOR DINNER AT THE SECRET GARDEN
May 29, 2010--Join Curtis Winery and The Secret Garden restaurant in Moorpark, California for an evening of Rhône-style wines, fine fare and good cheer on June 11 starting at 6:30 p.m. The six-course meal will include pan-seared salmon, wild mushroom risotto, braised short ribs and chocolate Grenache tart, all paired with our latest releases. Cost is $75 per person. For reservations, please call (805) 552-9523.
TASTING PANEL MAGAZINE PRAISES HERITAGE CUVEE
May 10, 2010--Meridith May of the Tasting Panel Magazine gives a rave review of our 2006 Heritage Cuvee in her Publisher's Picks in the latest issue: “92 POINTS…Hearty and earthy, this is a jubilant Rhone blend that boasts sweet, juicy cherries in a vanilla-cream textured base.”
BevX GIVES RAVE REVIEWS TO 2006 REDS FROM CURTIS
April 18, 2010--Leading beverage review web site BevX.com gives high marks to four 2006 vintage red wines from Curtis Winery. In its reviews for the second week of April, BevX bestows four stars for "exceptional" to the 2006 Heritage Cuvee, as well as the 2006 Syrahs from Crossroads, Vogelzang, Ambassador's vineyards.
SPRING VINEYARD UPDATE FROM WINEMAKER CHUCK CARLSON
April 2, 2010--"We are now about halfway through bud break, which is when the dormant vines begin to push the first green growth of the season. The timing of bud break varies from year to year, and varietal to varietal. Viognier and Grenache are typically the first varietals to push. We are on what I would call a "normal" schedule so far this year, in terms of the timing of bud break. The wet winter really recharged our vineyards, and I expect good things from the coming vintage."
JOIN US FOR VINTNERS FESTIVAL
March 30, 2010--Get ready for an extravaganza of local flavors as the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association hosts its 28th annual Vintners’ Festival on Saturday, April 17 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at River Park in Lompoc. We will join more than 100 wineries from Santa BarbaraCounty in pouring our wines, and the festivities will include live music and appetizers from a variety of local restaurants. Please visit www.sbcountywines.com or call (805) 688-0881 for tickets and information.
RHONE MADNESS STRIKES SAN FRANCISCO
March 30, 2010--Get ready for an extravaganza of local flavors as the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association hosts its 28th annual Vintners’ Festival on Saturday, April 17 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at River Park in Lompoc. We will join more than 100 wineries from Santa BarbaraCounty in pouring our wines, and the festivities will include live music and appetizers from a variety of local restaurants. Please visit www.sbcountywines.com or call (805) 688-0881 for tickets and information.
RHONE MADNESS STRIKES SAN FRANCISCO
March 15, 2010--Do you ever suffer from Rhone withdrawal? Do you ever suffer from Rhône withdrawal? Do you ever feel Rhône-ly? Well, we have the perfect cure for you: the Rhône Rangers Grand Tasting weekend at Fort Mason in San Francisco on March 27-28. From dinners to seminars to the big tasting itself, this is the ultimate event for Rhône fanatics. For tickets and information, visit www.rhonerangers.org. We hope to see you there!
CURTIS WINEMAKER’S DINNER ON MARCH 16
February 9, 2010--We are excited to announce that Winemaker Chuck Carlson is teaming up with the new Central City Market restaurant in downtown Santa Maria for a five-course winemaker’s dinner on Tuesday, March 16. The menu will include spicy grilled shrimp with Viognier romesco, mango and avocado paired with our 2007 Viognier; salt and pepper smoked short ribs with pinquito beans paired with our 2005 Syrah from Vogelzang Vineyard; and an artisan cheese plate with honey panna cotta and lavender cookies paired with our 2005 late-harvest Viognier. Dinner begins at 7 p.m. The cost is $65 per person. For reservations, please call Central City Market at (805) 925-7766.
CURTIS VIOGNIER EARNS RAVES
January 5, 2010--Our 2007 Viognier has been a hit with the wine critics, with Robert Parker calling it an “excellent value” and Sante Magazine recommending it for its “Vanilla and orange blossom aromas and flavors of stone fruit.” BevX.com called the 2007 Viognier “exceptional…vibrant and expressive.” Meanwhile, our 2006 The Crossroad blend earned 90 points from California Grapevine, and our upcoming new release from Rock Hollow Vineyard earned 89 points from the same publication. Lastly, Dee Ann Quinones of the Los Angeles Examiner called our 2005 Heritage Cuvee "a must-try wine."
BECOME A CURTIS FAN ON FACEBOOK
October 10, 2009--We are excited to announce that we have established a Curtis Winery page on Facebook (500 fans and counting!), where we are posting events as well as discussions, wine specials and more. Please consider becoming a Curtis Winery "fan" on Facebook to receive automatic updates. We hope to see you on Facebook!
CURTIS SCORES GOLD RUSH AT CRITICS CHALLENGE
June 5, 2009--We are excited to report that a trio of Curtis wines scored gold medals at the 2009 Critics Challenge Wine Competition, which features one of the nation’s most prestigious judging panels. The gold medalists were the 2007 Viognier, 2006 Syrah Crossroads Vineyard (featured in your last Cellar Crew shipment) and 2006 Syrah Ambassador’s Vineyard (featured in your next shipment). The Critics Challenge judging panel is comprised of leading wine critics, including Robert Whitley of Copley News and Wine Review Online, Patrick Comiskey of Wine & Spirits Magazine, Jon Bonne of the San Francisco Chronicle and Nick Passmore of Business Week.
February 9, 2010--We are excited to announce that Winemaker Chuck Carlson is teaming up with the new Central City Market restaurant in downtown Santa Maria for a five-course winemaker’s dinner on Tuesday, March 16. The menu will include spicy grilled shrimp with Viognier romesco, mango and avocado paired with our 2007 Viognier; salt and pepper smoked short ribs with pinquito beans paired with our 2005 Syrah from Vogelzang Vineyard; and an artisan cheese plate with honey panna cotta and lavender cookies paired with our 2005 late-harvest Viognier. Dinner begins at 7 p.m. The cost is $65 per person. For reservations, please call Central City Market at (805) 925-7766.
CURTIS VIOGNIER EARNS RAVES
January 5, 2010--Our 2007 Viognier has been a hit with the wine critics, with Robert Parker calling it an “excellent value” and Sante Magazine recommending it for its “Vanilla and orange blossom aromas and flavors of stone fruit.” BevX.com called the 2007 Viognier “exceptional…vibrant and expressive.” Meanwhile, our 2006 The Crossroad blend earned 90 points from California Grapevine, and our upcoming new release from Rock Hollow Vineyard earned 89 points from the same publication. Lastly, Dee Ann Quinones of the Los Angeles Examiner called our 2005 Heritage Cuvee "a must-try wine."
BECOME A CURTIS FAN ON FACEBOOK
October 10, 2009--We are excited to announce that we have established a Curtis Winery page on Facebook (500 fans and counting!), where we are posting events as well as discussions, wine specials and more. Please consider becoming a Curtis Winery "fan" on Facebook to receive automatic updates. We hope to see you on Facebook!
CURTIS SCORES GOLD RUSH AT CRITICS CHALLENGE
June 5, 2009--We are excited to report that a trio of Curtis wines scored gold medals at the 2009 Critics Challenge Wine Competition, which features one of the nation’s most prestigious judging panels. The gold medalists were the 2007 Viognier, 2006 Syrah Crossroads Vineyard (featured in your last Cellar Crew shipment) and 2006 Syrah Ambassador’s Vineyard (featured in your next shipment). The Critics Challenge judging panel is comprised of leading wine critics, including Robert Whitley of Copley News and Wine Review Online, Patrick Comiskey of Wine & Spirits Magazine, Jon Bonne of the San Francisco Chronicle and Nick Passmore of Business Week.
