Cent'Anni Vineyards
Cent'Anni Vineyards sits in Santa Barbara County, where the Central Coast's maritime influence shapes wines of balance and precision. The winery focuses on Italian varietals, drawing on Sangiovese as its anchor. The Buoni Anni Sangiovese, rated 93 by Wine Enthusiast, anchors the portfolio—a wine built on the grape's natural structure and acidity. The Sangiovese Riserva follows at 92, offering deeper concentration. For white wine drinkers, the Buoni Anni Bianco blends Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc, and Friulano into a textured, aromatic expression rated 91. Santa Barbara County's cool nights and warm days create ideal conditions for both the dark-skinned and white grapes the winery pursues, allowing for ripeness without excess alcohol or flabbiness. The result is a lineup rooted in Italian tradition but shaped by California's terroir.
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Wine Enthusiast