Hello Friends,
 

We did it!  Harvest was a high-speed six weeks this year, from October 3rd to November 14th and we brought in a little over 90 tons of grapes.  The theme of this year was definitely consistency, the fruit came in almost daily and the chemistries were nearly spot-on every day.  Harvest 2023 is in the books, but the vintage is just starting its journey.

• I am making another order for apparel, if you would like to request a particular size or style, please email me ASAP.

• After Thanksgiving, we will start shipping both holiday and corporate gifts.  Send us your list and we will do the rest.

• We are happy to host your holiday/end-of-year parties.  There is no rental fee for wine club members, we just charge by the glass.  Message me to book a private night or afternoon in the tasting room.

• Especially this time of year, if you would like to book the big table in the tasting room, please contact Tina or myself for reservations.

Next Wednesday is our annual "We Host the Family" in the tasting room.  Bring your out-of-town guests and we will do the entertaining.  You can even drop them off (like adult daycare) and we will take good care of them. 

Our TGIF wines this week are the 2021 777 Pinot Noir and the 2021 SRH Chardonnay. TGIF=($30/bottle) let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

Holiday mode is officially activated!

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Hello Friends,
 

I'm curious, do you like Daylight Savings or not?  I think it is wildly stupid but I do look forward to springing forward every year. We are going to continue with our November Pinot Noir theme and include a case special this week as well. This week, our TGIF will be the 2021 115 Pinot Noir. Regularly $50/bottle, TGIF ($30/bottle) for our beloved wine club members. Also we have two case specials:

2021 Zotovich Vineyard Chardonnay $300/case
2022 Rosé of Grenache $300/case

You can mix and match the Chardonnay and Rosé if you like.

We have plenty of time to delivery before Thanksgiving, so let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Hello Friends,
 

They say that Pinot Noir pairs perfectly with Turkey. Now that it is November, it is an appropriate time to stock up on some Pinot for your Thanksgiving feast. This week, our TGIF will be the 2021 Pommard Pinot Noir. Regularly $50/bottle, TGIF ($30/bottle) for our beloved wine club members. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

And now for a harvest update. The first three weeks of October were a wild ride. We brought in 75% of our grapes in 12 days. The following varietals were unusually ripe at once: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Grenache Blanc, Syrah, Pinot Blanc, and our Grenache for Rosé. And then, the harvest gods gave us a few days off (which we were grateful for), and this week, we will bring in Sangiovese, Viognier, and more Syrah. I'm pretty sure the last of the fruit will take its sweet time in November, but the fruit continues to look beautiful, and the chemistries have been spot-on!

Wishing you a wonderful start to a new month!

Sara

Picture...A Halloween a long long time ago...

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish
 

Hello Friends,
 

We have listened and searched the winery high and low for the last remaining cases of Grenache.  Tina and I had to pry them from Joey's grasp because he tends to covet the last few cases of a vintage, but we prevailed.  This week, for TGIF ($30/bottle), we have a few cases left of the following wines.

2020 Thompson Grenache
2020 Lafond Grenache
2022 Grenache Blanc

There may also be some other stragglers that start with G...IYKYK.

Let me know if you want to pick up, stash or ship. 

See you soon,

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish
 

Hello Friends,

Your wine club is ready in the tasting room today at 4pm.  On Friday we will be hosting a pizza party for you to enjoy while you pick up your wine club from 4-7pm. 

If you are a shipping customer we will ship on Monday, October 23rd.

This week we have the following TGIF wines for you at $30/bottle.

• 2021 SRH Chardonnay

• 2022 Rosé of Grenache

• 2021 777  Pinot Noir

• 2020 Lafond Vineyard Syrah

Let me know if you want to make it a case and add any of these wines to your wine club that you pick up ship.

Also, we have new hats in the tasting room as well.  

Below is the wine club letter, enjoy!

See you soon,

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Dear Friends,
 
As another harvest season comes to life, we find ourselves immersed in the same exhilaration and anticipation that have been the driving forces behind our winery for decades. Each harvest represents a chapter in the story of our winery and is a journey we eagerly undertake. When we reflect on past vintages, we are transported back to the moments and memories that make each one unique. We remember the life events unfolding, the age of our children, the team members who have stood by our side, our treasured wine club family, and especially the whims of the weather, all equally etched into our memories from one vintage to the next.
 
As a result, each harvest is a snapshot in time that tells a story of that year's growing conditions and our winemaking decisions. For wine enthusiasts, this makes each vintage special, as they can explore how the exact wine from the same winery can vary from year to year. This dynamic comparison makes wine fascinating and allows connoisseurs to appreciate the complexity and nuance of the world of wine.
 
We know that the 2023 vintage will be distinctively etched into our minds. The word that describes it most accurately is "relentless." Regardless of the unprecedented and unparalleled events in the last few weeks, the 2023 vintage may be one of our best. These relentless grapes have come in picture-perfect and pristine with near-perfect chemistries (sugar, acid, pH). 
 
We are grateful to have you as part of our wine club family. Thank you for your continued support and sharing in our journey, one glass of wine at a time.
 
Made with Love,
 
Joey, Sara, Tina, Caitlin, Heather, Presley, Trish, and Gabe
 

Hello Friends,

Your harvest crew is hard at work destemming and pressing the 2023 Vintage. The vintage is looking fantastic. Harvest was certainly late this year. We started bringing in grapes on Tuesday, October 3rd. By the end of this week, we will bring in almost 40 tons of fruit. That is half of our harvest in less than two weeks!!!

I know you are all cheering us on in solidarity, and we thank you!! We are also getting wine club ready, and if you want to "make it a case" with some TGIF wines, we have some great options for you.

This week we have the following TGIF wines for you at $30/bottle 

• 2021 Zotovich Vineyard Chardonnay

• 2022 Rosé of Grenache

• 2021 Pommard Pinot Noir

• 2020 La Pareja (Grenache/Syrah Blend)

Let me know if you want to "make it a case." 

The men's golf shirts and pullovers will be in the tasting room this weekend, along with some t-shirts, hoodies, and jackets for women. 

If you are coming to the winemaker dinner on Saturday, you are in for quite a treat!!

See you soon,

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Hello Friends,

This week, we have two TGIF wines. The first is the 2021 SRH Chardonnay. The second wine is the 2021 115 Pinot Noir. $30/bottle or $300/case, and you can mix and match the case. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship either of these wines with your next wine club.

Also, we recently received a big shipment of apparel for Transcendence: T-shirts, hoodies, golf shirts, pullovers, etc. For my ladies in Lompoc who bleed blue, we've got you covered; see below.

We especially love the Fall Wine Club because we take such a long break over the summer from releasing new wines. We are excited to release the following new wines:

2022 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Blanc
2021 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir
2020 El Camino Syrah

Here is the wine club schedule:

• Monday, October 9th, you will receive your wine club order via email. You will have about a week to make any changes.

• Monday, October 16th, credit cards are charged.

• Wednesday, October 18th, you can pick up your wines in the tasting room.

• Monday, October 23rd, we will start to ship wines across the country.

In case you are curious, Harvest is ON! It took a while to start, but the crew is hard at work!!

See you soon,

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Hello Friends,

This week's TGIF is the 2021 La Pareja (Grenache/Syrah blend). We are almost at the end of this lot, so if this is your favorite wine, I recommend grabbing a few bottles. TGIF = $30/bottle.

I don't know how we started celebrating fake national holidays like National Rosé Day or National Pet Day, but the last few days have been National Daughter/Son Day, so cheers to your babes. They are the best of us, and hold the future in their hands.
 

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Hello Friends,

I hope you are all doing great! First, this is the last call to make a reservation for the October 14th Winemaker Dinner. On Friday, I will give the remaining spots to the Mission Club for them to sell to their members. Please let Tina or myself know in the next two days.

We have a new release wine for TGIF today and a library wine. The TGIF is our 2021 El Camino Syrah from Santa Ynez Valley. This Syrah is outstanding and will be in the Fall release wine club. This weekend, you can purchase it for $30/bottle. Also, we have a few cases left of our 2020 Adobe Canyon Vineyard Tempranillo, $50/bottle. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship either of these wines. 

Below is a little sneak peek at the winemaker dinner menu. This menu is not set in stone yet, but we are getting close!

ENJOY!!

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

SPARKLING WINE paired with salmon tartar, black pepper potato chip

2022 PINOT BLANC paired with an oyster trio

raw with green mango mignonette

fried with a kohlrabi slaw

grilled with cajun butter

2021 SRH CHARDONNAY paired with a shaved asparagus salad, 

coppa, onion, preserved lemon vinaigrette

2021 LA ENCANTADA PINOT NOIR paired with walnut ravioli, braised wild boar, 

charred cauliflower, raisin jus 

2020 THOMPSON GRENACHE paired with Chilean Sea Bass, polenta, 

and tomato-caper ragu

2020 LAFOND SYRAH paired Morrocan Lamb, braised fennel, 

couscous, dried fruit chutney, lamb Jjus

DESSERT-a total surprise!

Hello Friends,

I am thrilled to announce a fantastic winemaker dinner. But first, our TGIF wine his week is the 2020 Lafond Syrah. TGIF= $30/bottle. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

On Saturday, October 14th, at 6 pm, at the Mission Club in Lompoc, please join us as Chef Justin West pairs an incredible meal with some of our Fall release wines. There is limited seating, so please purchase your tickets ASAP. Here are the details. $125/person includes a seven-course dining experience with seven different Transcendence wines. Tax and tips are also included in the price. You can purchase tickets in the tasting room or directly through me by responding to this email.

Below is Chef Justin's Bio, and once we have a head count, I will release the menu.

ENJOY!!

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish
Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Justin West: Proprietor of Market Forager, Private Chef, Culinary Director at The Mission Club in Lompoc, CA

 
With an unwavering passion for the culinary arts, Justin West has become an esteemed figure in the world of food and hospitality, particularly here in Santa Barbara County. Justin's culinary journey commenced in Eugene, Oregon, where he was immersed in the kitchen from a tender age, working alongside his father, Mike West, a seasoned chef. This early exposure ignited a culinary spark that would define his 30-year career.
Justin's relentless pursuit of culinary excellence led him to Le Cordon Bleu in San Francisco, where he earned an Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) in Hotel & Restaurant Management. Equipped with this solid foundation, he embarked on his own culinary odyssey, eventually finding his home in Santa Barbara in 2007.
Throughout his career, Justin has reached significant milestones, including owning and spearheading acclaimed establishments such as Julienne, Wildwood Kitchen, and Soul Cal Smokehouse right here in Santa Barbara. His culinary prowess garnered recognition, with Julienne earning two stars from the LA Times. Justin even had the privilege of preparing meals for the iconic Anthony Bourdain on two memorable occasions.
As a specialist in all things meat and seafood, Justin's expertise extends to crafting unforgettable dining experiences, hosting wine dinners, orchestrating dinner parties, and mastering the art of outdoor cooking. His unwavering commitment to quality and his profound love for food radiate through each meticulously prepared dish. This culinary passion extends to his current venture, Market Forager, a home delivery service offering the finest selection of meats and seafood sourced from the wholesale market.
Beyond the confines of the kitchen, Justin discovers tranquility in the great outdoors, sharing adventures with his family through camping, fishing, skiing, hiking, mountain climbing, and surfing. This profound connection to nature serves as the wellspring of his holistic approach to cooking and service. For Justin, food quality reigns supreme, and every endeavor is infused with intention and love.
 

Hello Friends,
 

Thank you for those of you have picked up your wines and thank you to our Dear Tina for delivering around town.  We had several requests for more Chardonnay this week.  We have two TGIF deals this week.  The first is a case deal.  $300/case for our 2021 Zotovich Chardonnay (a crisp and refreshing stainless steel Chardonnay). The second is our  2021 777 Pinot Noir $30/bottle.  Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

Also, please save the date for our Fall wine-maker dinner, October 14th. Details are forthcoming.

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Hello Friends,
 

We don't do this often, but this weekend, Wednesday through Sunday, we are extending our wine club benefits to EVERYONE. Happy Labor Day, you deserve it!

Every week, we have a TGIF deal, which means one of our wines is $30/bottle. Occasionally, we also do case specials. This week, we have both. Our TGIF deal this week is our 2021 Zotovich Chardonnay (a crisp and refreshing stainless steel Chardonnay). Regularly $40/bottle, and our 2022 Rosé of Grenache (a lovely Rosé that you can't put down). Regularly $36/bottle. These wines are perfect to stock up for the warm months ahead. The TGIF price is $30/bottle, and the case special is $300/case. You can mix and match the case as well. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

And if you love this deal, go ahead and JOIN OUR WINE CLUB.

Also, please save the date for our Fall wine-maker dinner, October 14th. Details are forthcoming.

Have a great long weekend. See you in the tasting room or email directly.

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish

Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

First, the hurricane did not touch us, I don't think we got a drop of rain but it was a little windy on Monday morning. 

Second, there are a number of you who have not picked up your wine club from May. I would love it if you could come by this weekend and pick up your wines or any other TGIF's that we have stashed for.  Why?  Because I'm ready to start bringing in some new wines and I don't have any room.  THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!

There are a few bottles left of the 2016 Grimm's Bluff Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.  The price is $60/bottle.  This week our TGIF wine is the 2021 Pommard clone Pinot Noir. TGIF= $30/bottle. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

ENJOY!!

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish
Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

 

Hello Friends,

The library Cabernet Sauvignon was a big hit, so I am releasing another limited quantity of the 2016 Grimm's Bluff Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.  The price is $60/bottle and because it is so limited orders need to go through just me.  If you are interested in a bottle or two of this library wine please contact me directly via email.  You can either pick up in the tasting room or I can add it to your wine club in October. 

This week our TGIF wine is the 2020 La Pareja (Syrah/Grenache Blend). TGIF= $30/bottle. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

ENJOY!!

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish
Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

 

Hello Friends,

We have a very limited amount of our library 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon.  The price is $60/bottle and because it is so limited orders need to go through just me.  If you are interested in a bottle or two of this library wine please contact me directly via email.  You can either pick up in the tasting room or I can add it to your wine club in October. 

This week our TGIF wine is the 2021 777 Pinot Noir. TGIF= $30/bottle. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

ENJOY!!

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish
Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Hello Friends,

Our tasting room will be closed on Friday this week, but we are open our regular hours on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. 

Here is another picture from our recent photo shoot. It had been way too many years since we took a family photo. We leave tomorrow to take our daughter Taylor back to college for her Junior year...Big sigh....

This week we have two wines for TGIF; The 2021 Zotovich Chardonnay and the 2020 Lafond Vineyard Syrah (Joey's personal favorite). TGIF= $30/bottle. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy these wines!
Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday CLOSED
Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

 

Hello Friends,

Wishing I could slow down time these days. Just when everyone gets in their summer groove, August rolls in like a tsunami, and it is hard to catch your breath for a few months.

This week's TGIF will be the 2021 Pommard Pinot Noir, a delightful blend of Pommard clones from Lafond and La Encantada Vineyards. Regularly $50/bottle, TGIF= $30/bottle. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

Cheers to cherishing every last minute!
Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish
Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

 

Hello Friends,

Another fantastic weekend to enjoy, and around here, the weekend starts on Wednesday. We gather in the tasting room and on the deck, enjoy each other's company, and sip delicious wine made with love.

This week's TGIF will be the 2020 La Pareja (Grenache/Syrah Blend), $30/bottle. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish
Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

 

Hello Friends,

The Central Coast is officially experiencing summer, which means we are sweltering in the high 70s...LOL!!!

Our TGIF this week will be the 2022 Rosé of Grenache for the special price of $25 a bottle. This Rosé is loaded with minerality and fresh acidity. Pair with a watermelon, cucumber, mint salad, or something spicy like Thai food. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.
Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish
Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish

Hello Friends,

I hope your 4th of July was a grand celebration. It is sure nice when a holiday falls in the middle of the week. The whole world seems to slow down. It is finally warm here in Lompoc, and the long wait makes it sweeter. Our TGIF this week will be the 2022 Grenache Blanc for the special price of $25 a bottle. If you are a red-only wine club customer, I recommend trying this wine. Served cold, this wine is fresh and crisp on the palette and releases a soft citrus essence—a great summer wine. Let me know if you want to pick up, stash, or ship.

Enjoy the rest of this easy going week!

Sara

THIS WEEK'S TASTING ROOM HOURS:

Wednesday and Thursday 4-7ish

Friday 2-7ish
Saturday & Sunday 12-5ish