Kenneth Volk
Showing 1 thru -9 of 21
Kenneth Volk 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley)
- $30
Rich and ripe, this wine has flavors of tangerines, nectarines and limes, which are brightened by crisp acidity. The oak influence shows in the form of buttered toast and honey notes. It should develop in the bottle over the next six years.
— S.H.
(4/1/2013)
Kenneth Volk 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley)
- Cellar Selection
- Online Exclusive
- $48
The ripe, dramatic flavors of blackberry and cherry seem like they’re right out of the jam jar, and they meld with toasty oak and crisp, coastal-inspired acidity. This needs some time in the bottle to knit together, so give it 5–6 years.
— S.H.
(4/1/2013)
Kenneth Volk 2006 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley)
- $48
A little ungainly now, with its tightness, tannins and oak all at odds with each other. There’s plenty of primary cherry, black raspberry and red currant fruit, brightened with vibrant acidity for balance. This Pinot Noir should develop by the end of 2010.
— S.H.
(12/15/2009)
Kenneth Volk 2007 San Bernabe Vineyard Malvasia Bianca (Monterey)
- $24
A lovely Malvasia that shows how well this variety can do in California. Dry and tartly crisp, it shows rich flavors of oranges, limes, flowers and vanilla. Try as an exotic alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
— S.H.
(12/15/2009)
Kenneth Volk 2008 Santa Marie Cuvée Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley)
- Online Exclusive
- $24
A rich, oaky Chardonnay, brimming with pure, ripe flavors of oranges, pears, limes and spicy tropical fruits. Has a creamy, honeyed taste that make it almost sweet, but it’s fundamentally a dry table wine.
— S.H.
(2/1/2012)
Kenneth Volk 2009 French Camp Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles)
- Online Exclusive
- $36
This robust wine captures Petite Sirah’s deeply rustic nature, offering dense waves of blackberry and currant, smoked meat and pepper flavors that are wrapped into firm tannins. Drink now for maximum freshness and fruitiness.
— S.H.
(5/1/2013)
Kenneth Volk 2008 Solomon Hills VIneyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley)
- Online Exclusive
- $48
Ripe and extracted, this wine has cherry tart and Dr. Pepper flavors. The mouthfeel is light-bodied and silky, with bright acidity. It finishes a bit sweet in caramelized oak, and it seems ready to drink now.
— S.H.
(4/1/2013)
Kenneth Volk 2005 Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley)
- $24
Former Wild Horse proprietor Ken Volk is back with his own personal brand after selling the winery. He’s sourced his fruit from this very famous old vineyard. It’s a good start, a deep golden wine showing ripe apricot, pear and sweet smoky oak flavors.
— S.H.
(7/1/2008)
Showing 1 thru -9 of 21
Most Reviewed Designations
Most Reviewed Varietals
advertisement
What We're Tasting
2010 Center of Effort
A big, strong Pinot with pure, focused flavors of raspberry cream…
Facebook Activity
advertisement
Twitter Activity