VINsider Club Shipments
Current VINsider Shipments
Fall 2024 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Esprit de Tablas (Our newly-released flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the best lots of the vibrant 2022 vintage; 96 James Suckling, 93-95 Wine Advocate, 93-95 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Esprit de Tablas Blanc (Our newly-released flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from the best lots of 2022; 94 Vinous, 95 James Suckling, 93-95 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of 2022 En Gobelet (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92-94 Wine Advocate, 94 Vinous, 94 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Grenache (Our small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most planted red grape, vibrant and juicy; 91-93 Wine Advocate, 92 Vinous, 92 Wine Spectator, 93 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of 2023 Grenache Blanc (Our varietal bottling of this lovely white Rhone with both richness and brightness; 93 Vinous, 92 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Lignée de Tablas Hook Vineyard Grenache (Our first-ever red wine release in the Lignée de Tablas tier, single-vineyard wines from Tablas Creek clones. This powerful rendition of Grenache comes from the coastal Santa Lucia Highlands; 93 Vinous)
Fall 2024 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Esprit de Tablas (Our newly-released flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the best lots of the vibrant 2022 vintage; 96 James Suckling, 93-95 Wine Advocate, 93-95 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2018 Esprit de Tablas (A library vintage of our flagship wine from a drought vintage similar to the 2022 Esprit de Tablas; 96 Vinous, 97 BevX, 96 Owen Bargreen)
- 1 bottle of 2022 En Gobelet (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92-94 Wine Advocate, 94 Vinous, 94 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Grenache (Our small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most planted red grape, vibrant and juicy; 91-93 Wine Advocate, 92 Vinous, 92 Wine Spectator, 93 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Lignée de Tablas Hook Vineyard Grenache (Our first-ever red wine release in the Lignée de Tablas tier, single-vineyard wines from Tablas Creek clones. This powerful rendition of Grenache comes from the coastal Santa Lucia Highlands; 93 Vinous, 93 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Full Circle Pinot Noir (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; 93 Vinous, 93 Wine Advocate)
Fall 2024 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of 2022 Esprit de Tablas Blanc (Our newly-released flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from the best lots of 2022; 94 Vinous; 93-95 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of 2023 Grenache Blanc (Our varietal bottling of this lovely white Rhone with both richness and brightness; 93 Vinous, 92 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of 2023 Picpoul Blanc (Our fifteenth varietal bottling of this traditional Southern Rhône white grape, notes of piña colada with a clean, bright finish; 92 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of 2023 Bourboulenc (The varietal bottling of one of our newest and rarest grapes, marmalade and citrus blossom notes with a long finish)
- 1 bottle of 2023 Lignée de Tablas Zaca Mesa Grenache Blanc (Our Lignée de Tablas tier, single-vineyard wines from Tablas Creek clones. This lovely rendition of Grenache Blanc comes from the Santa Ynez Valley AVA in Santa Barbara County; 92 Vinous)
Past VINsider Shipments
Spring 2024 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2021 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 96-98 Vinous, 95 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2021 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; 93-95 Wine Advocate, 91-93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2021 (The sixth vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and the rare red grape Terret Noir; 94-96 Vinous, 93 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Viognier 2022 (Our varietal bottling of the Rhone's most famous white grape, both luscious and vibrant; 93 Wine Advocate, 16.5 JancisRobinson.com)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas Rose 2023 (The newest vintage of our "neighborhood" Provence-style dry rosé, based on Grenache; last vintage received 92 Wine Enthusiast, 91 Vinous, and 93 Decanter)
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2023 (The newest vintage of our Mourvedre-based dry rosé, rich yet vibrant; last vintage received 94 Owen Bargreen, 92 Vinous, and 91 Decanter)
Spring 2024 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2021 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 96-98 Vinous, 95 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2021 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; 93-95 Wine Advocate, 91-93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2021 (The sixth vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and the rare red grape Terret Noir; 94-96 Vinous, 93 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2021 (Our varietal bottling of the Rhone's most influential grape, dark and smoky; 94 James Suckling, 94 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2022 (Our estate blend based on Grenache; 91-93 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Counoise 2022 (A rare bottling of this traditional Rhone blending grape, just 380 cases produced: bright and vibrantly fruity; 90-92 Wine Advocate)
Spring 2024 (White Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Viognier 2022 (Our varietal bottling of the Rhone's most famous white grape, both luscious and vibrant; 93 Wine Advocate, 16.5 JancisRobinson.com
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2022 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely white Rhone with both richness and brightness; 95 BevX, 17.5 JancisRobinson.com)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2023 (The lovely citrusy, minerally white that we introduced to California; last vintage received 91 Vinous, 17 JancisRobinson.com)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas Blanc 2022 (The newest vintage of our Grenache Blanc-based white Rhone blend; 93 Wine Enthusiast, 93 Decanter)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas Rose 2023 (The newest vintage of our "neighborhood" Provence-style dry rosé, based on Grenache; last vintage received 92 Wine Enthusiast, 91 Vinous, and 93 Decanter)
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2023 (The newest vintage of our Mourvedre-based dry rosé, rich yet vibrant; last vintage received 94 Owen Bargreen, 92 Vinous, and 91 Decanter)
Fall 2023 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Esprit de Tablas (Our newly-released flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the best lots of the blockbuster 2021 vintage; 94-96 Wine Advocate, 95-97 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Esprit de Tablas Blanc (Our newly-released flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from the best lots of 2021; 94 Vinous; 94-96 Wine Advocate, 97 BevX)
- 1 bottle of 2021 En Gobelet (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 95-97 Wine Advocate, 93-95 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Grenache (Our small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most planted red grape, vibrant and juicy; 95-97 Wine Advocate, 97 BevX)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Lignée de Tablas Windfall Farms Grenache Blanc (Our first-ever release in the Lignée de Tablas tier, single-vineyard wines from Tablas Creek clones. This lovely rendition of Grenache Blanc comes from the Paso Robles Creston District)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Patelin de Tablas Rosé (Our "neighborhood" Provence-style dry rosé, based on Grenache; 93 BevX, 91 Vinous)
- Full tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2023 (Red Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of 2021 Esprit de Tablas (Our newly-released flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the best lots of the blockbuster 2021 vintage; 94-96 Robert Parker Wine Advocate, 95-97 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2021 En Gobelet (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 95-97 Robert Parker Wine Advocate, 93-95 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Grenache (Our small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most planted red grape, vibrant and juicy; 97 Vinous, 95-97 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Mourvèdre (Our small-production varietal bottling of our most important red grape, spicy and meaty, with red fruit; 95-97 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Full Circle Pinot Noir (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; 92 Vinous, 93-95 Wine Advocate)
- Full tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2023 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of 2021 Esprit de Tablas Blanc (Our newly-released flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from the best lots of 2021; 97 BevX, 94-96 Wine Advocate, 94 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Lignée de Tablas Windfall Farms Grenache Blanc (Our first white wine released in the Lignée de Tablas collection, highlighting Grenache Blanc's mouth-filling texture and bright acids from the Creston District of Paso Robles)
- 2 bottles of 2022 Marsanne (Our varietal bottling of Hermitage's noble white grape, lovely texture with a long, clean finish)
- 1 bottle of 2022 Bourboulenc (The varietal bottling of one of our newest and rarest grapes, orange and chamomile notes with a long finish)
- Full tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2023 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2020 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 94-95 Vinous, "melds richness and finesse and finishes extremely long and spicy")
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2020 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 92 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2020 (The fifth vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and the rare red grape Terret Noir; 92-93 Vinous: "impressive depth")
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas 2021 (The newest vintage of our "neighborhood" red blend based on Syrah; 94 Wine Enthusiast, 93 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2022 (Our newly-bottled Mourvedre-based dry rosé, rich yet vibrant; last vintage received 93 Wine Enthusiast, 92 Blue Lifestyle, and 91 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2021 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 95 Wine Advocate, 95 BevX)
- Full tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2023 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2020 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 94-95 Vinous: "melds richness and finesse and finishes extremely long and spicy")
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2020 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 92 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2020 (The fifth vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and the rare red grape Terret Noir; 92-93 Vinous: "impressive depth")
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas 2021 (The newest vintage of our "neighborhood" red blend based on Syrah; 94 Wine Enthusiast, 93 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2021 (Our newly-bottled blend that showcases Grenache's lush fruit; 93-95 Wine Advocate: "concentrated, detailed flavors")
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2020 (Our varietal bottling of the Rhone's most influential grape, dark and smoky; 92-93 Vinous: "chewy and focused")
- Full tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2023 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Roussanne 2021 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; 94-96 Wine Advocate: "long, layered")
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2021 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 95 Wine Advocate, 95 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2022 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 97 points BevX)
- 1 bottle of Marsanne 2021 (Our varietal bottling of Hermitage's noble white grape; 93 Wine Advocate; just 250 cases produced)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2013 (A library release of the southern Rhone's most ageworthy white grape and a star in our recent retrospective)
- Full tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2022 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of 2020 Esprit de Tablas (Our newly-released flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the best lots of the blockbuster 2020 vintage; 98 BevX, 96 Wine Enthusiast & Owen Bargreen, 93-94 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2020 Esprit de Tablas Blanc (Our newly-released flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from the best lots of 2020; 94-96 Wine Advocate, 93-94 Vinous, 96 Owen Bargreen)
- 1 bottle of 2020 En Gobelet (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92-93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2020 Grenache (Our small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most planted red grape, vibrant and juicy; 92-93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Grenache Blanc (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California, citrusy and textured)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Patelin de Tablas Blanc (Our "neighborhood" blend showing off Grenache Blanc's brightness and Viognier's lushness; 93 Wine Enthusiast & 97 BevX)
- Full tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2022 (Red Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of 2020 Esprit de Tablas (Our newly-released flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the best lots of the blockbuster 2020 vintage; 98 BevX, 96 Wine Enthusiast & Owen Bargreen, 93-94 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2020 En Gobelet (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92-93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2020 Grenache (Our small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most planted red grape, vibrant and juicy; 92-93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2020 Full Circle (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; 93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of 2017 Patelin de Tablas (A library vintage of our "neighborhood" blend based on Syrah; 92 Wine Enthusiast, 91 Vinous, 91 Wine Spectator)
- Full tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2022 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of 2020 Esprit de Tablas Blanc (Our newly-released flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from the best lots of 2020; 94-96 Wine Advocate, 93-94 Vinous, 96 Owen Bargreen)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Grenache Blanc (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California, citrusy and textured)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Patelin de Tablas Blanc (Our "neighborhood" blend showing off Grenache Blanc's brightness and Viognier's lushness; 93 Wine Enthusiast & 97 BevX)
- 1 bottle of 2021 Bourboulenc (The varietal bottling of one of our newest and rarest grapes, orange and chamomile notes with a long finish)
- 1 bottle of 2019 Petit Manseng (Our tiny-production off-dry bottling of this ancient grape from South-west France, used to baptize French kings)
- Full tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2022 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2019 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 97 Purely Domestic Wine Report, "extravagantly polished ... beautifully structured to go out a decade")
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2019 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 92 Vinous, "powerful")
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2019 (The fourth vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and the rare red grape Terret Noir; 93 Purely Domestic Wine Report)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas Rosé 2021 (Our newly-bottled Grenache-based dry rosé, bright and Procvencal in style; last vintage received 93 Wine Enthusiast, 92 Blue Lifestyle, and 91 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2020 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 96 Purely Domestic Wine Report, 95 BevX, 93 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2020 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; 95 BevX & Owen Bargreen, 93-95 Wine Advocate)
- Full tasting and production notes are posted on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2022 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2019 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 97 Purely Domestic Wine Report, "extravagantly polished ... beautifully structured to go out a decade")
- 2 bottles of Tannat 2019 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 92 Vinous, "powerful")
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2019 (The fourth vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and the rare red grape Terret Noir; 93 Purely Domestic Wine Report)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2020 (Our newly-bottled blend that showcases Grenache's lush fruit; last vintage received 94 PDWR, 94 Wine Enthusiast, and 96 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Counoise 2020 (A rare bottling of this traditional Rhone blending grape, just 240 cases produced: bright and vibrantly fruity. Last vintage received 93 Purely Domestic Wine Report, "crisp, delicate")
- Full tasting and production notes are posted on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2022 (White Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2021 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; 97 points BevX)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2020 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 96 Purely Domestic Wine Report, 95 BevX, 93 James Suckling)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2020 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; 95 BevX & Owen Bargreen, 93-95 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2017 (A library vintage of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; 93 Vinous, 91 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Marsanne 2020 (Our varietal bottling of Hermitage's noble white grape, elegant and minerally; just 190 cases produced)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2017 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from a great vintage; 94 Vinous, 94 BevX, "Top 10 Wine of 2020" Bloomberg)
- Full tasting and production notes are posted on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2021 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2019 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the vintage's best lots)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2019 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2019 (Our varietal bottling of the Rhone's most influential grape, dark and smoky)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2019 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2020 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California, citrusy and textured)
- 1 bottle of Viognier 2020 (The small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most famous white grape, delicate and floral)
- Full tasting and production notes are posted on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2021 (Red Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas 2019 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the vintage's best lots)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2019 (Our varietal bottling of the Rhone's most influential grape, dark and smoky)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2019 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks
- 1 bottle of Mourvedre 2019 (Our small-production varietal bottling of our most important red grape, spicy and meaty, with red fruit)
- 1 bottle of Full Circle 2019 (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap)
- Full tasting and production notes are posted on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2021 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2019 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2020 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California, citrusy and textured)
- 1 bottle of Viognier 2020 (The small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most famous white grape, delicate and floral)
- 1 bottle of Petit Manseng 2018 (Our tiny-production off-dry bottling of this ancient grape from South-west France, used to baptize French kings)
- 1 bottle of Bourboulenc 2020 (Our varietal bottling of this traditional but rare Rhone white, textured and nutty, but bright; just 180 cases produced)
- Full tasting and production notes are posted on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2021 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2018 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 97 Vinous, "impressive")
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2018 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; 92 Vinous, "powerful")
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2018 (The third vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and the rare red grape Terret Noir; 94 Vinous, "fine definition")
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2019 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; last vintage received 93 Vinous, "fine definition and spicy cut")
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2020 (Our newly-bottled Mourvedre-based dry rosé, rich and luscious; last vintage received 92 points Vinous, "silky and penetrating", 92 Blue Lifestyle, 95 BevX, Underground WineLetter "The best California Rosé I have ever tasted")
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2020 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 95 points BevX, 94Wine Enthusiast, 91 Wine Spectator, 91 Vinous)
- Complete shipment tasting and production notes are available on the blog.
- View tasting notes on our YouTube page: Chelsea and the Shepherd Season 3
Spring 2021 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2018 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 97 Vinous, "impressive")
- 2 bottle of Tannat 2018 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; 92 Vinous, "powerful")
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2018 (The third vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and the rare red grape Terret Noir; 94 Vinous, "fine definition")
- 1 bottle of Counoise 2019 (A rare bottling of this traditional Rhone blending grape, just 460 cases produced: bright and vibrantly fruity. Last vintage received 93 Vinous, "juicy and energetic")
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2019 (Our small-production varietal bottling of the most important red grape from the southern Rhone; last vintage received 93 Vinous, 92 Wine&Spirits, 94 PDWR, 97 BevX)
- Complete shipment tasting and production notes are available on the blog.
Spring 2021 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Roussanne 2019 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; last vintage received 93 Vinous, "fine definition and spicy cut")
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2020 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 95 points BevX, 94Wine Enthusiast, 91 Wine Spectator, 91 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Viognier 2019 (The small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most famous white grape, luscious and floral; 93 Vinous, "fresh and juicy in style")
- 1 bottle of Marsanne 2019 (Our varietal bottling of Hermitage's noble white grape, elegant and minerally; 92 Vinous, "very good clarity and spicy cut")
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2016 (A library selection of our flagship white blend from a great Roussanne vintage; 93+ Wine Advocate, "full-bodied, textural and layered" & 93 Vinous)
- Complete shipment tasting and production notes are available on the blog.
Fall 2020 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2018 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the vintage's best lots; 96 Vinous, 93 Wine Advocate, 94 Blue Lifestyle, 97 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2018 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne; 93 & "Top 100 of 2020" Wine&Spirits; 94 Vinous, 94 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2018 (Our small-production varietal bottling of the most important red grape from the southern Rhone; 93 Vinous, 92 Wine&Spirits, 94 PDWR, 97 BevX)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2018 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 94 PDWR, 94 Vinous, "impressively long")
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2019 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California; 92 Vinous, 92 Blue Lifestyle, 94 PDWR, 94 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2019 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 92 Vinous, 91 Wine Advocate, 93 PDWR, 94 BevX)
- You can read full tasting and production notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
- You can watch our Chelsea and the Shepherd tasting video on the Tablas Creek YouTube page.
Fall 2020 (Red Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas 2018 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from the vintage's best lots; 96 Vinous, 93 Wine Advocate, 94 Blue Lifestyle, 97 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2018 (Our small-production varietal bottling of the most important red grape from the southern Rhone; 93 Vinous, 92 Wine&Spirits, 94 PDWR, 97 BevX)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2018 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 94 PDWR, 94 Vinous, "impressively long")
- 1 bottle of Mourvedre 2018 (Our small-production varietal bottling of our most important red grape, spicy and meaty, with red fruit; 93 Vinous, 93 Blue Lifestyle, 94 PDWR, 95 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Full Circle 2018 (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; just 475 cases produced; 92 Vinous, "succulent")
- You can read full tasting and production notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2020 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2018 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne; 93 & "Top 100 of 2020" Wine&Spirits; 94 Vinous, 94 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2019 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California; 92 Vinous, 92 Blue Lifestyle, 94 PDWR, 94 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2019 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 92 Vinous, 91 Wine Advocate, 93 PDWR, 94 BevX)
- 1 bottle of Petit Manseng 2017 (Our tiny-production off-dry bottling of this ancient grape from South-west France, used to baptize French kings; just 180 cases produced; 93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Bourboulenc 2019 (California's first-ever bottling of this traditional but rare Rhone white, textured and nutty, but bright; just 140 cases produced; 91 Vinous, 92 PDWR)
- You can read full tasting and production notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2020 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2017 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 93-95 Wine Advocate, "very long and full of flavor" & 96 Vinous, "strikingly long")
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2017 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; 93 points Vinous, "quite an elegant take on this variety")
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2017 (The second vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and our newest red grape Terret Noir; 94 Vinous & 92 Wine Advocate, "oodles of savory nuances")
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2018 (Our newly-bottled blend that showcases Grenache's lush fruit; 94 & Editors' Choice Wine Enthusiast, 97 points & #1 Red Blend of 2020 VinePair, 93 points Vinous, 92 Wine Spectator)
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2019 (Our newly-bottled Mourvedre-based dry rosé, rich and luscious; 92 points Vinous, "silky and penetrating", 92 Blue Lifestyle, 95 BevX, Underground WineLetter "The best California Rosé I have ever tasted")
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2019 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; 95 points BevX, 94Wine Enthusiast, 91 Wine Spectator, 91 Vinous)
- Complete shipment tasting and production notes are available on the blog.
- Watch a live tasting of the wines on our YouTube page.
Spring 2020 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2017 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 93-95 Wine Advocate, "very long and full of flavor" & 94-95 Vinous, "densely packed yet lively")
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2017 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; 93 points Vinous, "quite an elegant take on this variety")
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2017 (The second vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and our newest red grape Terret Noir; 94 Vinous & 92 Wine Advocate, "oodles of savory nuances")
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2018 (Our newly-bottled blend that showcases Grenache's lush fruit; last vintage received 94 & Editors' Choice Wine Enthusiast, 92 Wine Advocate & 92 points Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2017 (Our first varietal bottling of the Rhone's most influential grape since 2014; 93 Vinous & 92+ Wine Advocate, "chewy tannins and good freshness, finishing long")
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2017 (Our varietal bottling of the southern Rhone's signature grape; 93 Vinous, "outstanding clarity and alluring sweetness")
- Complete shipment tasting and production notes are available on the blog.
Spring 2020 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Vermentino 2019 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 95 points BevX, 92 Wine Enthusiast, 90+ Wine Advocate)
- 2 bottles of Roussanne 2018 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; 92-93 Vinous, "bright, focused, and extremely long")
- 1 bottle of Viognier 2018 (The small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most famous white grape, luscious and floral; 92 Vinous & 90-92 Wine Advocate, "oodles of honeysuckle perfume, crushed stone, white peach and warm citrus layers")
- 1 bottle of Marsanne 2018 (Our fifth-ever varietal bottling of Hermitage's noble white grape, elegant and minerally; 93 Vinous, "dry and lively on the palate")
- Complete shipment tasting and production notes are available on the blog.
Fall 2019 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2017 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from one of our greatest modern vintages; 97 BevX; 94 Wine Enthusiast; 92-94 Wine Advocate & 93-95 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2017 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from a great vintage; 92 Wine Advocate & Wine Enthusiast; 94 BevX, 93-94 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Mourvedre 2017 (Our small-production varietal bottling of our most important red grape from an outstanding Mourvedre vintage; 92 Wine Advocate, 92-94 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2017 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92 Wine Advocate, "warm blackberries, cocoa, turned earth and dried herbs")
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2018 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California; 91 Wine Enthusiast, "fresh and texturally compelling")
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2018 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 93 & Editors' Choice, Wine Enthusiast, "creamy flavors of pineapple and mango")
- Complete production and tasting notes of all the club shipment wines are available on our blog.
Fall 2019 (Red Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas 2017 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from one of our greatest modern vintages; 97 BevX; 94 Wine Enthusiast; 92-94 Wine Advocate & 93-95 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Mourvedre 2017 (Our small-production varietal bottling of our most important red grape from an outstanding Mourvedre vintage; 92 Wine Advocate, 92-94 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2017 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92 Wine Advocate, "warm blackberries, cocoa, turned earth and dried herbs")
- 1 bottle of Full Circle 2017 (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; just 570 cases produced; 92-94 points Vinous, "could easily stand toe-to-toe with some of the best examples of the variety from anywhere in the greater Central Coast")
- 1 bottle of Counoise 2017 (A rare bottling of this traditional Rhone blending grape, just 530 cases produced: bright and vibrantly fruity; 91-93 Vinous, "long, focused")
- Complete production and tasting notes of all the club shipment wines are available on our blog.
Fall 2019 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2017 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from a great vintage; 92 Wine Advocate & Wine Enthusiast; 94 BevX, 93-94 Vinous)
- 2 bottles of Grenache Blanc 2018 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California; 91 Wine Enthusiast, "fresh and texturally compelling")
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2018 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 93 & Editors' Choice, Wine Enthusiast, "creamy flavors of pineapple and mango")
- 1 bottle of Picpoul Blanc 2018 (Our eighth-ever varietal Picpoul; rich, tangy and tropical; just 440 cases produced)
- Complete production and tasting notes of all the club shipment wines are available on our blog.
Spring 2019 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2016 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 96 Jeb Dunnuck, 93-95 Wine Advocate, & 95-96 Vinous, "impressively concentrated")
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2017 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; 90-92 Jeb Dunnuck; 92-93 Vinous, "hefty but impressively vibrant")
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2018 (Our newly-bottled Mourvedre-based dry rosé, rich and luscious; last vintage received 95 points BevX & 92 points Vinous & Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2018 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 94 points BevX, 91 Vinous, & 92 Wine Enthusiast)
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2016 (The first vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and our newest red grape Terret Noir; 93 Jeb Dunnuck & Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2017 (Our blend that showcases Grenache's lush fruit; 91-93 points Vinous, "smoothly plays power off delicacy")
Spring 2019 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2016 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 96 Jeb Dunnuck, 93-95 Wine Advocate, & 95-96 Vinous, "impressively concentrated")
- 1 bottle of Le Complice 2016 (The first vintage of the wine we built around the kinship between Syrah and our newest red grape Terret Noir; 93 Jeb Dunnuck & Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Mourvedre 2016 (The small-production varietal bottling of our most important red grape; 94 points BevX & 92 points Wine Enthusiast)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2017 (Our blend that showcases Grenache's lush fruit; 91-93 points Vinous, "smoothly plays power off delicacy")
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2016 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; 92 points Vinous & Wine Advocate, "full-bodied, richly tannic, and layered")
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas 2017 (Our Syrah-based red blend that offers exceptional value; 90-92 points Vinous, "impressive depth and intensity")
Spring 2019 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Roussanne 2017 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; 90-92 Jeb Dunnuck; 92-93 Vinous, "hefty but impressively vibrant")
- 2 bottles of Vermentino 2018 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 94 points BevX, 91 Vinous, & 92 Wine Enthusiast)
- 1 bottle of Petit Manseng 2016 (The tiny-production off-dry bottling of this ancient grape from South-west France, used to baptize French kings; just 125 cases produced)
- 1 bottle of Viognier 2017 (The small-production varietal bottling of the Rhone's most famous white grape, luscious and floral; 92 Wine Advocate & 91-92 Vinous, "juicy and energetic")
Fall 2018 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2016 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre; 94-95 Vinous, "impressive persistence and suave, even tannins" & 92-94 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2014 (A library vintage of our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from one of our greatest vintages ever; 94 Vinous; 93-96 Wine Advocate; 98 BevX, "this wine will live for decades")
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2016 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from a great Roussanne vintage; 93+ Wine Advocate, "full-bodied, textural and layered" & 93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2016 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 94 Vinous, "impressive depth and intensity" & 92+ Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2017 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California; 91-92 Vinous, "Sharply focused and energetic")
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2017 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 92 Wine Advocate, "full-bodied, textural and layered, with lovely balance" & 92 Vinous)
- We have published full tasting and production notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2018 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2016 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre; 94-95 Vinous, "impressive persistence and suave, even tannins" & 92-94 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2014 (A library vintage of our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from one of our greatest vintages ever; 94 Vinous; 93-96 Wine Advocate; 98 BevX, "this wine will live for decades")
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2016 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 94 Vinous, "impressive depth and intensity" & 92+ Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Full Circle 2016 (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; just 450 cases produced; 93 points Vinous; "concentrated yet vibrant in style")
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2016 (Our first varietal bottling of the southern Rhone's signature grape since 2013; vibrant, spicy, and elegant; 92 Vinous, "Appealingly sweet red fruit liqueur and floral pastille qualities are joined by a subtle herbal nuance")
- 1 bottle of Counoise 2016 (A rare bottling of this traditional Rhone blending grape: bright and vibrantly fruity; 92 Vinous, "energetic in the mouth ... finishes with bright mineral cut")
- We have published full tasting and production notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2018 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2016 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from very low yields; 93+ Wine Advocate, "full-bodied, textural and layered" & 93 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2017 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California; 91-92 Vinous, "Sharply focused and energetic")
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2017 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; 92 Wine Advocate, "full-bodied, textural and layered, with lovely balance" & 92 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Picpoul 2017 (Our seventh-ever varietal Picpoul; rich, tangy and tropical; just 250 cases produced; 90 Wine Advocate, "an expressive, fruit-laden rendition of this variety" & 91 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Marsanne 2017 (Our fifth-ever varietal bottling of Hermitage's noble white grape, elegant and minerally; 92 Wine Advocate, "full-bodied, textural and multidimensional" & 91-92 Vinous)
- We have published full tasting and production notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2018 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2015 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 95-96 Vinous, "striking interplay of richness and elegance" & 94 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2016 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; 92-93 Vinous, "impressive power and clarity")
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2017 (Our newly-bottled Mourvedre-based dry rosé, rich and luscious; last vintage received 95 points BevX & 91 points Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2017 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 98 points BevX and 91 points Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2015 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; 91 points Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2016 (Our blend that showcases Grenache's lush fruit; 91-92 points Vinous, "an appealing combination of richness and elegance")
- Complete shipment tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2018 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2015 (Our elite red blend, based on Mourvedre and available only to wine club members; 95-96 Vinous, "striking interplay of richness and elegance" & 94 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2015 (The dense, smoky red grape that we introduced to California; 91 points Vinous)
- 2 bottles of Cotes de Tablas 2016 (Our blend that showcases Grenache's lush fruit; 91-92 points Vinous, "an appealing combination of richness and elegance")
- 2 bottles of Patelin de Tablas 2016 (Our Syrah-based red blend that offers exceptional value; 90-91 points Vinous, "silky and energetic")
- Complete shipment tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2018 (White Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2013 (A library vintage of our elite white blend, based on Roussanne; 91 points Vinous and a favorite in our recent vertical tasting)
- 2 bottles of Roussanne 2016 (A varietal bottling of our most powerful and ageworthy white grape; 92-93 Vinous, "impressive power and clarity")
- 2 bottles of Vermentino 2017 (The newest vintage of the bright, citrusy grape that we introduced to California; last vintage received 98 points BevX and 91 points Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas Blanc 2016 (The follow-up vintage to the 2015 that was #26 in the Wine Spectator's Top 100 of 2017; bright Grenache Blanc fruit contrasted with lush Viognier & Roussanne)
- Complete shipment tasting and production notes are available on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2017 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2015 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from an exceptionally low-yielding vintage; 95+ Wine Advocate, "satiny and layered")
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2013 (A library vintage of our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre; 97 BevX, 93 Vinous, 94 Tanzer's I.W.C)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2015 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from very low yields; 93-94 Vinous, "focused...suave...racy and precise" & 93 Jeb Dunnuck)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2015 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92-94 Vinous, "deeply concentrated...excellent clarity" & 92 Jeb Dunnuck)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2016 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2016 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; rich, textured, and elegant)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2017 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2015 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from an exceptionally low-yielding vintage; 95+ Wine Advocate, "satiny and layered")
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2013 (A library vintage of our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre; 97 BevX, 93 Vinous, 94 Tanzer's I.W.C)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2015 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92-94 Vinous, "deeply concentrated...excellent clarity" & 91-93 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Full Circle 2015 (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; just 250 cases produced; 93 Vinous, "impressively long and spicy")
- 1 bottle of Mourvèdre 2015 (The small-production varietal bottling of our most important red grape; juicy, meaty, and mineral; 92 Vinous, "spicy and seamless")
- 1 bottle of Counoise 2015 (A rare bottling of this traditional Rhone blending grape: bright and vibrantly fruity for drinking young; 91 Vinous, "very good energy and lift")
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2017 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2015 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from very low yields; 93-94 Vinous, "focused...suave...racy and precise" & 91-93 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2016 (Our varietal bottling of this lovely southern Rhone white grape that we introduced to California)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2016 (Our showcase for Viognier's lushness, brightened by Marsanne & Grenache Blanc; rich, textured, and elegant)
- 1 bottle of Picpoul Blanc 2016 (Our sixth-ever varietal Picpoul; rich, tangy and tropical; just 250 cases produced)
- 1 bottle of Viognier 2016 (Our first varietal bottling since 2013 of the northern Rhone's most noble white grape: floral, peachy and luscious; just 150 cases produced)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2017 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2014 (Our elite wine made from our most compelling lots, based on Mourvedre; 94-96 points, Wine Advocate, "purity and elegance"; 93-95 points, Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2014 (Our varietal bottling of the Rhone's most influential grape; 91 points Wine Advocate and 92 points Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2014 (The intensely structured, smoky grape that we introduced into California; 92 points Vinous, "the finest example of this variety that I have had from the New World")
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2016 (Our rich, vibrant Mourvedre-based dry rosé that received 92 point ratings from Vinous last year)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2016 (The zesty, mineral-laced bottling of Sardinia's best-known white grape, perfect for spring)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2015 (A varietal bottling of our most important white grape, rich, honeyed and luscious yet vibrant; 91 Vinous)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2017 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2014 (Our elite wine made from our most compelling lots, based on Mourvedre; 94-96 points Wine Advocate, "purity and elegance"; 93-95 points Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2014 (Our varietal bottling of the Rhone's most influential grape; 91 points Wine Advocate and 92 points Vinous)
- 2 bottles of Tannat 2014 (The intensely structured, smoky grape that we introduced into California; 92 points Vinous, "the finest example of this variety that I have had from the New World")
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2015 (Our estate-grown Rhone-style blend showcasing Grenache's luscious fruit; 90-92 Vinous & 89-92 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas 2015 (Our "neighborhood" red showing Syrah's minerality and spice and Grenache's juicy generosity at a very approachable price; 90-92 points Vinous)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2017 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Vermentino 2016 (The zesty, mineral-laced bottling of Sardinia's best-known white grape, perfect for spring)
- 2 bottles of Roussanne 2015 (A varietal bottling of our most important white grape, rich, honeyed and luscious yet vibrant; 91 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2012 (A library vintage of our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne; 91-94 Wine Advocate; 92-93 Tanzer's I.W.C; 92 Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas Blanc 2015 (Our "neighborhood" white Rhone-style blend led by Grenache Blanc; 93 points Wine Spectator, "vibrant and mouth-watering")
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2016 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2014 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from one of our greatest vintages ever; 93-96 Wine Advocate, "a full bodied, voluptuous, and sexy beauty")
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2012 (A library vintage of our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from a classic California vintage; 93-95 Galloni, 92 Wine Advocate, 92-93 Tanzer's I.W.C)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2014 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from one of our greatest vintages ever; 92-94 Wine Advocate, "complete and rich ... impressive")
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2014 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 93 -95 Vinous, "wild, highly complex")
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2014 (Our varietal bottling of the southern Rhone's most ageworthy grape; 89-92 Wine Advocate; 90-92 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2015 (Our showcase for Viognier in a vintage where Viognier yields were down 55%; rich, textured, and elegant)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2017 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2014 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from one of our greatest vintages ever; 93-96 Wine Advocate, "a full bodied, voluptuous, and sexy beauty")
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2012 (A library vintage of our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from a classic California vintage; 93-95 Galloni, 92 Wine Advocate, 92-93 Tanzer's I.W.C)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2014 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 93 -95 Vinous, "wild, highly complex")
- 2 bottles of Full Circle 2014 (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; just 450 cases produced)
- 1 bottle of Counoise 2014 (A rare bottling of this traditional Rhone blending grape: bright and vibrantly fruity for drinking young)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2016 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2014 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne, from one of our greatest vintages ever; 92-94 Wine Advocate, "complete and rich ... impressive")
- 2 bottles of Grenache Blanc 2015 (A varietal bottling of the white Rhone grape we introduced to California, zesty and mineral-laced)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2014 (Our varietal bottling of the southern Rhone's most ageworthy grape; 89-92 Wine Advocate; 90-92 Vinous)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2015 (Our showcase for Viognier in a vintage where Viognier yields were down 55%; rich, textured, and elegant)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2016 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2013 (Our elite wine made from our most compelling lots; 94-95 points Galloni, "serious tenacity...penetrating"; 94-96 points, Wine Advocate, "fabulous richness and depth")
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2013 (The intensely structured, smoky grape that we introduced into California)
- 1 bottle of Côtes de Tablas 2014 (Our showcase for the bright spiciness of mountain-grown Grenache fruit; 90-92 Galloni, 90-92 Wine Advocate, "a stunner that over delivers")
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas Rosé 2015 (A traditional Provencal-style dry rosé that received 90 point ratings from Wine Spectator and Wine Advocate last year)
- 1 bottle of Côtes de Tablas Blanc 2014 (Our estate-grown white Rhone-style blend showcasing Viognier and our limestone minerality; 90-92 points from both Vinous and Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2011 (A library vintage of our flagship white wine that received 93 points from Wine Advocate, "beautifully clear, detailed and balanced" and 96 points from Decanter)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2016 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2013 (Our elite wine made from our most compelling lots; 94-95 points Galloni, "serious tenacity...penetrating"; 94-96 points, Wine Advocate, "fabulous richness and depth")
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2013 (The intensely structured, smoky grape that we introduced into California)
- 1 bottle of Côtes de Tablas 2014 (Our showcase for the bright spiciness of mountain-grown Grenache fruit; 90-92 Galloni, 90-92 Wine Advocate, "a stunner that over delivers")
- 1 bottle of Full Circle 2013 (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; just 300 cases produced)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas 2014 (Our "neighborhood" red showing Syrah's minerality and spice and Grenache's juicy generosity at a very approachable price; 92 points Wine Enthusiast)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2013 (A varietal bottling of this classic northern Rhone grape; 92-94 points Galloni, 91+ Wine Advocate "a beautiful and classic syrah")
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2016 (White Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2011 (A library vintage of our flagship white wine; 96 points from Decanter and 93 points from Wine Advocate, "beautifully clear, detailed and balanced" )
- 2 bottles of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2014 (Our estate-grown white Rhone-style blend showcasing Viognier and our limestone minerality; 90-92 points from both Vinous and Wine Advocate)
- 2 bottles of Vermentino 2015 (The zesty, mineral-laced bottling of Sardinia's best-known white grape, perfect for spring)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas Blanc 2014 (Our "neighborhood" white Rhone-style blend led by Grenache Blanc; 90 points Wine Advocate, "an incredibly high-quality house white")
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2015 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2013 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from a wonderful, low-yielding vintage; 92-94 Galloni, 92-94 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2011 (A library vintage of our flagship red blend that has been showing particularly well recently; 93 Wine Advocate, 93-95 Rhone Report, 93 Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2013 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne; 90-93 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2013 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 91 -93 Galloni, "impresses for its pure power and intensity")
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2013 (Our varietal bottling of the southern Rhone's most important grape, intense and juicy)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2014 (A varietal bottling of the white Rhone grape we introduced to California, zesty and mineral- laced)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2015 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2013 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from a wonderful, low-yielding vintage; 92-94 Galloni, 92-94 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas 2011 (A library vintage of our flagship red blend that has been showing particularly well recently; 93 Wine Advocate, 93-95 Rhone Report, 93 Galloni)
- 2 bottles of Mourvedre 2013 (The small-production varietal bottling of our most important red grape; 90-92 Galloni, "deep, layered and intense")
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2013 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 91 -93 Galloni, "impresses for its pure power and intensity")
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2013 (Our varietal bottling of the southern Rhone's most important grape, intense and juicy)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2015 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2013 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne; 90-93 Wine Advocate)
- 2 bottles of Marsanne 2014 (Our fourth-ever varietal bottling of Hermitage's noble white grape, elegant and minerally; just 300 cases produced)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2014 (A varietal bottling of the white Rhone grape we introduced to California, zesty and mineral- laced)
- 1 bottle of Picpoul Blanc 2014 (Our fifth-ever varietal Picpoul; rich, tangy and tropical; just 350 cases produced)
- We have complete tasting and production notes of all shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2015 (Classic Mix)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2012 (Our elite wine made from our most compelling lots; 94-96 points Galloni, "a thing of beauty"; 92-94 points, Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2012 (The intensely structured, smoky grape that we introduced into California; 91-93 Galloni; 90-92 Wine Advocate, "a beauty")
- 1 bottle of Côtes de Tablas 2013 (Our showcase for the bright spiciness of mountain-grown Grenache fruit; 90-92 Galloni, 89-91 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2014 (Our rich, vibrant Mourvedre-based dry rosé that received 91 point ratings from Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, and Connoisseur's Guide last year)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2013 (A varietal bottling of the rich, textured white Rhone grape that we introduced to California)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2014 (The zesty, mineral-laced bottling of Sardinia's best-known white grape, perfect for spring)
Spring 2015 (Red Wine Selection)
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2012 (Our elite wine made from our most compelling lots; 94-96 points Galloni, "a thing of beauty"; 92-94 points, Wine Advocate)
- 2 bottles of Tannat 2012 (The intensely structured, smoky grape that we introduced into California; 91-93 Galloni; 90-92 Wine Advocate, "a beauty")
- 1 bottle of Full Circle 2012 (The tiny-production 100% Pinot Noir grown at founder Robert Haas's home in the cool Templeton Gap; just 350 cases produced)
- 1 bottle of Côtes de Tablas 2013 (Our showcase for the bright spiciness of mountain-grown Grenache fruit; 90-92 Galloni, 89-91 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas 2013 (Our "neighborhood" wine showing Syrah's signature minerality and spice at a very approachable price; 89-91 points Galloni)
Spring 2015 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Roussanne 2013 (Our foudre-aged varietal bottling of our most important white grape; 90-92 points Wine Advocate "outstanding"; 90 points, Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Marsanne 2013 (Just our third-ever Marsanne bottling, and just 235 cases produced; 90 Galloni, "terrific overall balance")
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2013 (A varietal bottling of the rich, textured white Rhone grape that we introduced to California)
- 1 bottle of Côtes de Tablas Blanc 2013 (Our showcase for Viognier and our estate's minerality; 90 Wine Advocate, "Buy this beauty by the case"; 90+ Galloni, "deeply expressive")
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2014 (The zesty, mineral-laced bottling of Sardinia's best-known white grape, perfect for spring)
Fall 2014 (Classic Mix)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas 2012 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from a classic California vintage; 93-95 Galloni, 92-94 Wine Advocate, 92-93 Tanzer's I.W.C)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2012 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne; 91-94 Wine Advocate; 92-93 Tanzer's I.W.C; 92 Galloni.)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2012 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92-94 Galloni, "gorgeous depth and richness")
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2012 (Our varietal bottling of the southern Rhone's most important grape, elegant and juicy; 94 Galloni, "superb")
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2013 (The zesty, mineral-laced bottling of Sardinia's best-known white grape, perfect for summer; 90 Wine Advocate)
- We have complete tasting and production notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2014 (Red Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas 2012 (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from a classic California vintage; 93-95 Galloni, 92-94 Wine Advocate, 92-93 Tanzer's I.W.C)
- 2 bottles of En Gobelet 2012 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92-94 Galloni, "gorgeous depth and richness")
- 2 bottles of Grenache 2012 (Our varietal bottling of the southern Rhone's most important grape, elegant and juicy; 94 Galloni, "superb")
Fall 2014 (White Wine Selection)
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2012 (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne; 91-94 Wine Advocate; 92-93 Tanzer's I.W.C; 92 Galloni.)
- 1 bottle of Picpoul Blanc 2013 (Our fourth- ever varietal Picpoul; rich, tangy and tropical; just 115 cases produced; 89 Galloni, "a great summertime white")
- 2 bottles of Viognier 2013 (Our second varietal bottling since 2006 of the northern Rhone's most noble white grape, just 500 cases produced; 90 Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2013 (The zesty, mineral-laced bottling of Sardinia's best-known white grape, perfect for summer; 90 Wine Advocate)
Spring 2014
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2011 (Our elite wine made from our most compelling lots; Wine Advocate 96 points; "might end up being the wine of the vintage from Paso Robles" , 94 points Tanzer's IWC, 94 points Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas 2012 (Our "neighborhood" wine showing Syrah's signature minerality and spice at a very approachable price; 91 points, Tanzer's IWC and 90 points Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Côtes de Tablas 2012 (Our showcase for the bright spiciness of mountain-grown Grenache fruit; 91-93 Wine Advocate, 91-92 Tanzer's IWC, 92 Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2012 (A varietal bottling of our most important white grape, rich, honeyed and luscious yet vibrant; 91 Tanzer's IWC and 90 Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Côtes de Tablas Blanc 2012 (Our showcase for Viognier, balanced by Grenache Blanc's acids and mineral; 91 Tanzer's IWC and 90 Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2012 (A varietal bottling of the zesty white Rhone grape that we introduced to California; 90 Tanzer's IWC)
- We have complete tasting and production notes on all the shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2013
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Tablas 2011* (Our flagship red blend, based on Mourvedre, from a powerful, low-yielding vintage; 93 Wine Advocate, 93-95 Rhone Report, 93 Galloni)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Tablas Blanc 2011* (Our flagship white blend, based on Roussanne; 93 Wine Advocate, 92-95 Rhone Report; 92 Tanzer's I.W.C.)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2011 (Our blend sourced exclusively from dry-farmed, head-trained vineyard blocks; 92+ Wine Advocate, 91-94 Rhone Report)
- 1 bottle of Viognier 2012 (Our first varietal bottling since 2006 of the northern Rhone's most noble white grape, just 600 cases produced; Galloni: "hugely promising")
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2012 (The zesty, mineral-laced bottling of Sardinia's best-known white grape, perfect for summer; 90 Galloni)
- We have complete tasting and production notes on all the shipment wines on the Tablas Creek blog.
* Curious about the change on our flagship wines from Esprit de Beaucastel to Esprit de Tablas? Read our blog post explaining the name change.
Spring 2013
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2010 (Our elite wine made from our most compelling lots; 94-96 points, Wine Advocate, 94 points Tanzer's IWC and 94-96+ points Rhone Report)
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2010 (A spicy, juicy and minerally varietal Grenache; 92 points, Wine Advocate, 91 points Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2010 (Our varietal bottling of the Rhone's most influential grape from the cool 2010 vintage; 91 points, Wine Advocate and Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Patelin de Tablas 2011 (Our "neighborhood" wine showing Syrah's signature minerality and spice at a very approachable price; 90 points Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2011 (Our Viognier-based homage to the wines of the northern Rhone; 91 points, Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Dianthus 2012 (The new name for our rich, vibrant Mourvedre-based estate rosé; 92 points, International Wine Review)
- Read complete tasting and production notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2012
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Beaucastel 2010 (Our flagship red wine from one of our greatest vintages; 93-95 points, Wine Advocate & Rhone Report)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2010 (Our blend entirely from head-pruned, dry-farmed vineyard blocks; 91-94 points, Rhone Report)
- 1 bottle of Tannat 2010 (The intensely structured, smoky grape which we introduced into California, 90 points Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2011 (A varietal bottling of our most important white grape, rich and honeyed yet vibrant; 90-93 points, Rhone Report)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2011 (An intensely citrusy and mineral grape with surprising lushness from the powerful 2011 vintage)
- Read complete tasting notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2012
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2009 (Our elite red wine from our lowest-yielding vintage ever, available only to VINsiders. 95 Tanzer's IWC; 96+ Rhone Report)
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2009 (Powerful Grenache fruit balanced by bright acids and chalky tannins; 90+ Wine Advocate, 91 Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas 2010 (The follow-up to our Wine Spectator "Top 100" 2009, showing the bright spiciness of Grenache balanced by the cool restraint of the 2010 vintage.)
- 1 bottle of Antithesis 2010 (Crisp, minerally Chardonnay from an exceptionally cool vintage; 90-92 Wine Advocate; 90 Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2010 (A varietal bottling of the zesty white Rhone grape that we introduced to California; 91 Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Cotes de Tablas Blanc 2010 (Our showcase for Viognier, balanced by Grenache Blanc's acids and mineral; 90 Wine Advocate; 90 Tanzer's IWC; 92 James Suckling)
- Read complete tasting notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2011
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Beaucastel 2009 (Our flagship red wine from the intense, low-yielding 2009 vintage; 94 Rhone Report; 94 Suckling; 93 Tanzer's IWC; 91 -94 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc 2010 (Our flagship white from the rich, elegant 2010 vintage; 93 Tanzer's IWC; 94 Rhone Report; 90-92 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2009 (Our second-ever blend entirely from head-pruned, dry-farmed lots of Mourvedre, Grenache and Tannat; 93 Tanzer's IWC; 93 Rhone Report; 92 Wine Advocate)
- 1 bottle of Picpoul 2010 (Our third-ever varietal Picpoul; rich, tangy and tropical; 91 Suckling)
- 1 bottle of Marsanne 2010 (Our first-ever Marsanne, beautifully mineral, slightly floral and remarkably elegant; 90 Tanzer's IWC; 90 Rhone Report)
- Read complete tasting notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2011
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2008 (Our elite red wine, available only to VINsiders. 96 Wine Advocate; 94 Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2008 (Bright and pure with cherry Grenache fruit; 92 Wine Advocate, 91 Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2008 (A mineral-driven, spicy Syrah; 93 Wine Advocate, 91+ Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Rosé 2010 (Our always-in-demand Mourvèdre-based Rosé)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2009 (A varietal bottling of the white Rhone grape that we introduced to California; 90 Tanzer's IWC)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2010 (Intensely citrusy and mineral; a wonderful summer grape; 90 Wine Advocate)
- Read complete tasting notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2010
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Beaucastel 2008 (Our flagship red wine from the beautiful 2008 vintage; 91-93 from Parker)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc 2009 (Our flagship white from the tiny, intense 2009 vintage; 92-94 from Parker)
- 1 bottle of Mourvèdre 2008 (A varietal rendition of Mourvèdre almost Pinot Noir-like in its elegance; just 675 cases produced)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2009 (The tangy vibrancy of Vermentino melded with the power of 2009)
- 1 bottle of Bergeron 2009 (Just 450 cases produced of this bright, minerally Roussanne made in the model of the Savoie "bergeron" Roussannes)
- Read complete tasting notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Spring 2010
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2007 (Our elite red wine made only in great years and available only to VINsiders. 96-98 Robert Parker; 95 Steve Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2007 (92 Parker; 92 Tanzer; 92 Wine Spectator)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2007 (A blockbuster Syrah from an amazing vintage; 92 Parker; 91 Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Rosé 2009 (Our always-in-demand Mourvèdre- based Rosé)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2008 (Just 565 cases made of this vibrant Grenache Blanc; 89 Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2008 (Intense character from a great vintage; just 350 cases produced; 90-92 Parker and 90 Tanzer)
- Read complete tasting notes on the Tablas Creek blog.
Fall 2009
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Beaucastel 2007 (Our signature red wine from the blockbuster 2007 vintage; 95-97 Parker; 94 Wine Spectator; 94 Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc 2008 (Just 1800 cases made of our signature Roussanne-based white wine; 6 months before national release; 90-92 Parker; 92 Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of En Gobelet 2007 (A special cuvée from head-pruned, dry-farmed sections of the vineyard; 92 Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Picpoul Blanc 2008 (Our third-ever bottling of this white Rhone whose name translates as "lip stinger": bright, fresh and tropical)
- 1 bottle of Bergeron 2008 (A 100% Roussanne made in the model of the great Bergeron Roussannes from the Savoie; 90 Tanzer)
Spring 2009
- 1 bottle of Panoplie 2006 (Our elite red wine made only in great years and available only to VINsiders. 95 Robert Parker; 94 Steve Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Côtes de Tablas 2006 (A great value from a terrific Grenache vintage; 91 Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Grenache 2006 (Our first-ever varietal Grenache; spicy and fruity; just 500 cases made. 91 Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Rosé 2008 (Our always-in-demand Mourvèdre-based Rosé)
- 1 bottle of Grenache Blanc 2007 (Just 350 cases made of this vibrant Grenache Blanc; 90 Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Roussanne 2007 (Intense character from a great vintage; just 350 cases produced; 91-93 Parker and 90 Tanzer)
Fall 2008
- 2 bottles of Esprit de Beaucastel 2006 (Our signature red wine from the powerful, elegant 2006 vintage; 93 from Wine Spectator and #50 wine of 2009; 93 from Tanzer; 92 from Robert Parker)
- 1 bottle of Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc 2007 (Just 2100 cases made of our signature Roussanne-based white wine; 6 months before national release; 93 from Parker; 92 from Tanzer)
- 1 bottle of Syrah 2006 (A limited 750-case bottling of our lush, spicy Syrah; 90 from Parker)
- 1 bottle of Counoise 2006 (Only our third-ever bottling of this traditional Rhone blending grape: bright and vibrantly fruity for drinking young)
- 1 bottle of Vermentino 2007 (The pure, citrusy fruit of this perennial favorite is great for summer; just 450 cases produced; Parker 90 points: “exquisite”)