2002 Aneas Reserve Rose of Sangiovese -A blush of color, a bright fresh floral nose and ample amounts of fresh tropical fruits, welcome to the Rose of Sangiovese.  A bright fresh wine, light and lively.  One of the first wines to come from our own vineyards.  This wine will tickle your fancy with light foods or as an apertif poolside on a sunny afternoon.

2001 Aneas Reserve Merlot -Warm days, afternoon breezes, cooling in the evening, at 2800 feet above sea level we have an ideal climate for growing the great wine gapes of the world, such as our first Merlot.  Deep, rich, abundant fruit and ample tannin combine in a nice balanced Merlot for your pleasure.

  Silver Medal Winner American Wine Society 2003.

2001 Aneas Reserve Sangiovese -Soft, rich, and flavorful.  2001 was the first harvest of Sangiovese from our own vineyard.  The wine is fruity and balanced.  We added 10% Cabernet Sauvignon from our first harvest, which has added depth and richness.

2001 Aneas Reserve Syrah -A mix of flavors from raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, chocolate and a pinch of cloves, the Agua Dulce Vineyards' Syrah is a great addition to any table.

  Bronze Medal Winner American Wine Society 2003
 

  GOLD MEDAL...Tasters Guild 8th Annual Consumer Wine Competition, Wine Judging, Grand Rapids, MI
  GOLD MEDAL...2003 VinoChallenge International Wine Competition, GoldRush Award, Atlanta, GA

Barefoot Reserve Dry Creek 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon -The grapes for this 2001 Barefoot Reserve Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon were grown in Sonoma County’s prestigious Dry Creek Valley. High concentrations of gravel in the soil create the perfect drainage to allow varietal characteristics to flourish.

  88 RATING...Wine & Spirits Magazine, February 2004 Issue

Barefoot Reserve Alexander Valley 2001 Merlot -Barefoot Reserve Merlot grapes were hand picked and transferred into French oak barrels following fermentation. Enjoy the blackberry and lavender aromas. Black cherry and cola flavors will delight your palate. Savor the lingering, velvet finish.

  GOLD MEDAL...2003 Sonoma County Harvest Fair, Santa Rosa, CA 

  GOLD MEDAL...2004 Grand Harvest Awards, Santa Rosa, CA

Barefoot Reserve Dry Creek 2001 Zinfandel -Barefoot Reserve Zinfandel grapes were hand picked and transferred into French & American oak barrels following fermentation. Enjoy the berry jam and mocha aromas. Vanilla and sweet cherry will delight your palate. Savor the lingering, spicy finish.

  DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL...7TH Annual California Zinfandel Championship, Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce, Pittsburg, CA

Barefoot Reserve 2001 Russian River Chardonnay -This Reserve Chardonnay has delightful flavors of spicy pear and nectarine that complement the creamy, vanilla finish. 

  ONE OF THE TOP 100 WINES IN 2003...Fred McMillin, The Marina Times, San Francisco, CA

Barefoot Reserve Alexander Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2002 -Barefoot Reserve Sauvignon Blanc grapes were hand picked, whole cluster pressed then tank fermented. Enjoy the subtle aromas of orange blossom and lemon. Crisp pear and lime tantalize your palate and complement the crisp lingering finish.

  DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL...2003 Amenti del Vino, Mystic CT

  GOLD MEDAL...91 Points...2003 Grand Harvest Awards Wine Competition, Santa Rosa, California, USA

Barefoot Reserve Russian River 2002 Pinot Noir -Barefoot Reserve Pinot Noir is rich in color and flavor. Experience the enticing aromas of strawberry and vanilla. Juicy cranberry flavors complement the smooth, silky finish.

  DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL..."Of the 823 wines entered from all over the world only 40 wines were designated Double Gold..."...Tasters Guild 8th Annual Consumer Wine Competition, Wine Judging, Grand Rapids, MI
 

Barefoot Bubbly California Chardonnay Champagne Extra Dry - "Celebrate with the Champagne that tickles your toes!" Barefoot Bubbly Extra Dry 100% Chardonnay Champagne opens with the delightful aromas of fresh flowers and sweet citrus. Flavors of tangy tangerines and limes will delight your palate. Savor the creamy vanilla finish
One of the BEST 100 WINES of 2003!...Exceptional Value!...Wine & Spirits Magazine
Special Issue, Annual Buying Guide, Winter 2003
"It’s a rare thing to find a quaffable sparkler for under ten bucks, but Barefoot’s Extra Dry has enough sparkle, and enough crisp pear fruit, to liven up any celebration."90 POINTS!...

Barefoot Bubbly Brut Chardonnay Champagne -Barefoot Bubbly Brut Cuvée 100% Chardonnay Champagne opens with the delightful aromas of green apples and jasmine. Flavors of kiwi and peach will delight your palate. Savor the crisp, lingering finish.
Medals & Accolades:

TOP 100 BEST BUYS IN THE WORLD! 87 Rating, "Very Good, Good Value, Well Recommended!"...The Editors of Wine Enthusiast Magazine have chosen BAREFOOT BUBBLY BRUT CUVÉE Chardonnay Champagne as one of the TOP 100 BEST BUYS OF 2003!...Wine Enthusiast Magazine, December 2003

Barefoot California White Zinfandel -Barefoot White Zinfandel is a refreshing wine with tropical aromas of fresh pineapple and sweet citrus. Flavors of ripe strawberries and pears intensify the smooth, crisp finish. "This wine is a wonderful accompaniment to sweet or spicy food."

11 GOLD MEDALS!!!!

  GOLD Medal...Atlanta International Wine Challenge, Atlanta, GA, USA

  GOLD Medal...Long Beach Grand Cru Wine Competition, Long Beach, CA, USA

  GOLD Medal...New World International Wine Competition, Ontario, CA, USA

  GOLD Medal...San Diego National Wine Competition, San Diego, CA, USA

  GOLD Medal...California State Fair, Best of Class, Best of State!, Sacramento, CA, USA

  GOLD Medal...California State Fair, Sacramento, CA, USA

  GOLD Medal...Farmers Fair and Expo, Perris, CA, USA

  GOLD Medal...Tasters Guild Consumer Wine Judging, Grand Rapids, MI, USA

  GOLD Medal...Tasters Guild, Grand Rapids, MI, USA

  GOLD Medal...Tasters Guild International Wine Judging Competition, Grand Rapids, MI, USA

  GOLD Medal...Florida State Fair International Wine Competition, Tampa, FL, USA

2001 Buttonwood Farm Merlot  - 

2001 Buttonwood Farm Syrah - 

2000 Buttonwood Farm Cabernet Sauvignon  - With our first harvest of cabernet sauvignon in 1988, we immediately recognized the potential of our vineyard to produce grapes that reflect all the best qualities of this varietal.  Since then, the combination of our vineyard location, soil type, and vineyard management techniques have produced marvelous fruit from which Winemaker Michael Brown has created luscious Bordeaux style wines. 

 The 2000 growing season was gloriously normal, producing ripe fruit with great flavor.  The grapes fermented for seventeen days before the wine was pressed off and barreled for two years in French oak.  Sporting flavors of dusty plum and tobacco with a pleasantly dry finish, 2000 Buttonwood Cabernet Sauvignon offers the best in Santa Ynez Valley cabernet:  attractive flavors supported by gentle tannins.  Cabernet Sauvignon is great with your favorite beef dish.  Can’t you just taste a bacon wrapped filet grilled over red oak as you savor the wine? 

Buttonwood Cabernet Sauvignon - Although it was originally planted with the idea that it would perform a supporting role in a proprietary Bordeaux-style blend, our estate grown cabernet sauvignon showed wonderful characteristics from the start.  Summer sea breezes and cool nights extend the growing season in our vineyard promoting full flavor development in the cabernet fruit.  Careful canopy management, extended maceration and two years of barrel aging aid mother nature in the creation of cabernets bursting with attractive flavors supported by gentle tannins.

 It always takes a while for a vineyard’s fruit to reach maturity and Buttonwood 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon was the break-out wine that put us on the radar screen.  It caught the attention of local writer, Bob Senn, who regularly snubs Santa Barbara County cabernets.  He was "blown away" because instead of vegetal qualities, " . . . the wine shows those wonderful classic Bordeaux flavors and aromas of cassis and tobacco, with the classic cigar box nose."  Master Sommelier Peter Granoff ranked it as one of the best Cabs from the Santa Ynez Valley he had ever tasted and enthused ". . . this wine is brimming with rich fruit, sweet oak and ripe tannins.  It is flawlessly balanced."  And it came "highly recommended" by The Insiders’ Wine Line with an "Outstanding" rating and 91 points.

Buttonwood 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon was a quiet but solid wine.  It still impresses in our vertical tastings.  Another quiet but solid wine, Buttonwood 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon received five medals in competition.  And although it started out quiet, it just got better and better and remains a favorite when tasted from the library.

 And then came Buttonwood 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon.  Winner of gold medals at the Orange County Fair, New World International Wine Competition, and San Diego National Wine Competition, this wine received a lot of acclaim.  Connoisseurs’ Guide named it a "best buy in the market," awarded it a star, and said it "wholly avoids the herbal distractions that often plague its Central Coast neighbors" while it "keys on lots of ripe, wonderfully accessible cassis-like fruit."  Norm Roby and Tim Fish on WineToday.com gave it a four star rating and called it "complex," "balanced," and "showy."  From The Insiders’ Wine Line came "The flavors . . . are complex with exceptional depth and texture followed by a fabulous, fruity, expansive finish" and  another "Outstanding" and 91 point rating.  The best, though, came from Charles Olkin writing for the Los Angeles Times.  He compared Buttonwood 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon favorably to Napa Valley cabernets costing twice the price or more!  High praise, indeed, for a Santa Barbara County cabernet.
 

2001 Trebbiano Reserve, South Coast (CA) - Soft and dry, with a balanced oak and fruity nose. A rare Italian varietal that will compliment seafood or fowl as  well as cheese and fruit. Once you experience this fine wine, it will be a life long favorite! ORGANICALLY GROWN. 

1999 Zinfandel, Amador (CA) -2002 Forgiveness Reserve, South Coast (CA) - Forgiveness heals the soul. It is its renewal and a fresh start for the tempted. There is beauty, peace, and ease in forgiveness."Offer this wine with roses to your lover or friend and ask for forgiveness. Medium body fruity red wine that is delicious as it is delicate. Peach aromas and flavors. Greet the nose and the palate. Soft, Silky tanins add structure, depth and intensity. The wine is supple, the fruit lingering. "A VOTRE SANTE!!" 

2002 Muscat Canelli, South Coast (CA) - Spicy and balanced with a fresh and fruity bouquet. This wine boasts a unique character of unsurpassed excellence. Serve with cheeses, fruit or salads. ORGANICALLY GROWN.

Surrender  (Chocolate Port) - It is when we Surrender to the power and the long-lived beauty of the mind without regards to the short-lived physical beauty that we experience satisfaction. Surrendering to pains may be the ultimate satisfaction. After all, we need Forgiveness to Surrender to Passion. Port like wine with natural flavors of chocolate, strawberry and vanilla. Au Plaisir!! 

Port, Cucamonga Valley (CA) - Selected Zinfandel grapes from Cucamonga valley create this superb port with a dry, smooth and lingering fruity finish with hints of coco and spice. This is a complete dessert by itself!! 

2002 Hanks Faultline Red -
 

Waltzing Bear Wines is a new artisan winery located in Santa Maria dedicated to making small lots of ultra-premium wines. Our initial focus has been central coast pinot noir with plans to make our first petite sirah this fall. Our wines are not yet released to the public, so sign up for our mailing list to keep informed of when and where they will be available.

2003 Cargasacchi Jalama Vineyard Pinot Noir ? Barrel Sample - Another home run vintage. This is our most elegant offering showcasing the beautiful aromatics and long, smooth finish the Mt Eden clone is famous for. 100 cases expected.
 

2003 Garys’ Vineyard Pinot Noir ? Barrel Sample - This Santa Lucia Highlands vineyard is co-owned and farmed by Gary Franscioni and Gary Pisoni and is prized for its award-winning bottlings made by the roughly 18 producers sourcing fruit from their 42 acres. Good acidity and structure make this a wine that will benefit from aging. 150 cases expected.
 

2003 Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir ? Barrel Sample - 
From a Santa Maria Valley vineyard just off Highway 101 owned and farmed by the Bien Nacido Vineyard family, this wine is a blend of two distinct clones and displays the spicy characterisitics from this region. 125 cases expected.
 
 

2003 Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard Pinot Noir ? Barrel Sample - From the southern most end of the Santa Maria Valley comes our prized wine for 2003. Winegrower James Ontiveros harvested this fruit, a blend of three different clones, at under one ton per acre, producing an amazingly dense, spicy, extracted and very limited wine that should sell fast and age a long time. 75 cases expected.