The Golden Vine
Ken Brown Wines
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Ken Brown Wines
157 West HWY 246
Buellton, CA 93427
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  • Monday
    11:00 am-4:30 pm
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  • Thursday
    11:00 am-4:30 pm
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  • Friday
    11:00 am-4:30 pm
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  • Saturday
    11:00 am-4:30 pm
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  • Sunday
    11:00 am-4:30 pm
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For your Wine Adventure:
  • Santa Ynez AVA
    Appellation
    Santa Ynez AVA
  • Wine Maker
    Wine Maker
    Ken Brown
  • Indoor SeatingIndoor Seating: 16
  • 2014 "A" Cuvée Syrah
    This wine is one of Ken’s signature Syrahs in which he has expertly blended warmer climate and cooler climate Syrah for a superbly integrated and balanced wine. Rich aromatics of Santa Rosa plum, blackberry and currant mingle with a hint of earthiness, pink peppercorn and violets. Vibrant flavors of dark plum accented by subtle notes of roasted meat and anise are enveloped in a rich, luscious mouthfeel. Velvety tannins beautifully bridge the wine from beginning to end, culminating in a long finish. The plush texture and layers of complexity will only be enhanced with additional time in the cellar.
  • 2015 Chardonnay
    This stunning Chardonnay offers fresh, expressive aromas of apricot and honeysuckle accented by hints of seashell, Meyer lemon zest and a touch of triple creme brie. The palate features enticing flavors of crisp pear, lemon curd, brioche and a hint of nutmeg. The rich texture is harmoniously intertwined with a crisp acid profile. The silkiness and complexity of the wine carry through to an opulent, yet bright finish. This Chardonnay will continue to develop, becoming even more complex with additional bottle age.
  • 2014 Chardonnay
    This stunning Chardonnay offers expressive aromas of white nectarine and crisp Asian pear accented by hints of honey, seashell, cardamom and a touch of marzipan. The palette features enticing flavors of green apple, honeysuckle, peach nectar and a subtle aged cheddar component. The rich, viscous texture is harmoniously intertwined with a crisp acid profile. The silkiness and complexity of the wine carry through to an opulent, yet bright finish. This Chardonnay will continue to develop, becoming even more complex with additional bottle age.
  • 2013 Deborah's Pride Pinot Noir
    Deborah’s Pride is a limited, hand-picked selection of barrels representing the highest quality components from our best Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir vineyards. Beautifully ripe and complex aromas of raspberry and dark cherry are complemented by hints of minerality, vanilla, cinnamon stick and smoked meat. Big concentrated flavors of Bing cherry, subtle French oak and dark earth are enveloped in a luscious, resonating texture. The wine’s elegantly balanced tannins and superb structure ensure excellent aging potential.
  • 2014 Duncan's Cuvee Pinot Noir
    This Pinot Noir is beautifully balanced, silky and lush. Aromas of bright cherry, blackberry and raspberry are accented by hints of white pepper, rose petals and baking spices. The palate features luscious flavors of Bing cherry and caramelized plums with subtle notes of earth, spice and minerality, a signature of Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir. The rich texture is supported by soft tannins and culminates in a long, bright finish capped by just the right touch of natural acidity. The drinkable style of this wine makes it enjoyable upon release, but the components will continue to intensify and develop with additional bottle age.
  • 2014 Pinot Noir
    This wine is charming and bright with aromas of mixed berries, cranberry and deep cherry accented by a touch of baking spices and subtle earth tones. On the palate, a solid core of rich Pinot Noir expression is surrounded by hints of blackberry, tart cherry and spice. Well-balanced, velvety tannins give way to a bright, appealing finish. While the drinkable style of this wine makes it enjoyable upon release, additional bottle age will promote even more depth and complexity.
  • 2014 Pinot Noir
    This wine is a superb representation of Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir featuring vibrant fruit aromatics and an intensely rich profile. Expressive aromas of dark cherry and black raspberry are highlighted by hints of stone, herbes de Provence and subtle French oak. On the palate, intense dark cherry and spice components give way to a velvety mid-palate and lush, lingering finish. The wine’s plush tannins and balanced acid profile suggest this Pinot Noir is poised to age gracefully for years to come.
  • 2013 Pinot Noir
    This wine delivers the exquisite richness, aromatic intensity and complex flavor profile Clos Pepe Pinot Noir is known for. Aromas of Bing cherry, raspberry and fresh earth are complemented by nuances of black peppercorn, cinnamon, clove and a subtle stone component. Opulent flavors gracefully greet the palate with hints of black cherry, earth and a touch of coffee and baking spices on the finish. The wine is beautifully integrated, with velvety tannins, cool-climate acidity and refined texture all in balance. Silky and complex, this classic Pinot Noir culminates in a prolonged finish and will enjoy exceptional ageability.
  • 2013 Pinot Noir
    This wine is seductive and complex with perfumy aromatics and a succulent mouthfeel, thanks in part to the Swan clone used in this Pinot Noir for the first time. Deeply concentrated aromas of ripe red cherry are accented by a touch of cinnamon stick and a stone component. Flavors of baked cherry, dark earth and a hint of leather are beautifully supported by a luscious texture and remarkably long finish. The wine’s superbly well-balanced tannins and layers of complexity assure great cellar potential.
  • 2013 Pinot Noir
    This is a profound cold climate Pinot Noir boasting a beautiful garnet color and incredible richness. The wine offers aromas of black cherry, raspberry and pomegranate with accents of wood smoke and roasted meat. An explosion of flavors includes hints of black raspberry and pomegranate with a touch of minerality and dark earth. The luxurious texture is richly layered, superbly balancing smooth tannins with a gentle thread acidity and setting the stage for outstanding aging potential. The exceptionally long finish culminates in a rich touch of roasted espresso bean.
  • 2014 Pinot Noir
    This Pinot Noir from Rancho La Viña displays a medium garnet color, rich undertones and an appealing brightness from the pure fruit expression. Aromas of mixed berries are enhanced by hints of earth, anise and spice attributable to new French oak barrels. On the palate, flavors of black cherry and red currant are accented by hints of black peppercorn and grilled portabella mushroom. An opulent mid palate supported by velvety tannins gives way to a lingering finish with a perk of natural acidity and bright fruit. The wine will continue to grow in complexity with additional cellaring.
  • 2014 Pinot Noir
    This Pinot Noir from Rita’s Crown is extraordinarily complex with well integrated, complementary aromatics and flavors. Vibrant dark cherry and red plum aromas mingle with hints of dark rose petals, cracked pepper and clove. On the palate, rich berry and ripe cherry flavors are enhanced by a touch of cinnamon, dark chocolate and vanilla bean. The rich Pinot Noir flavors, balanced acid profile and soft tannins give the wine an exceptionally luxurious texture from start to finish, assuring graceful development and excellent cellar potential.
  • 2013 Pinot Noir
    Pure, vibrant aromas of mixed berries and dark red cherry are accented by hints of pomegranate, black pepper and clove. The flavors are explosive on the palate with notes of dark cherry, berry, plum, fresh earth and a touch of seashell. The mouthfeel is lush and luxurious, thanks in part to the sandy soil component at Zotovich Vineyard. The wine’s bright acidity is perfectly balanced by an intrinsic richness from start to finish, ensuring superb cellar potential and even greater complexity as the wine ages.
  • 2015 Sauvignon Blanc
    This Sauvignon Blanc displays fresh, expressive aromas of white peach, passion fruit and melon with undercurrents of jasmine and flint. The flavors echo the aromatics, with hints of Meyer lemon, apricot and spice. The wine’s crisp acidity is beautifully balanced by a remarkable silky richness that frames the wine. The lingering finish is crowned by a perk of natural acidity.
  • 2013 Syrah
    This Syrah offers gorgeous, full-bodied aromatics and flavors that seemingly leap out of the glass. Sensuous aromas of black plum, boysenberry and blackberry are complemented by hints of anise, fresh ground pepper, wet stone and a touch of French oak. The flavors are profoundly rich and include ripe plum, boysenberry, cured meat, tar and herbes de Provence. Plush, well balanced tannins span the wine from beginning to end, culminating in a remarkably long, opulent finish. Noted for its exceptional ageability, this Thompson Vineyard Syrah will continue to develop complexity and richness for a decade or more.
  • 2014 Syrah
    This Syrah beautifully displays the sophistication and intensity typical of Watch Hill fruit. Complex aromas of blackberry and deep dark plum are complemented by hints of smoked meat and white pepper. Beautifully ripe flavors of black raspberry, black plum and violets provide a burst of flavor on the palate. The rich, opulent texture is supported by a nice bridge of tannins and a touch of natural acidity that perfectly balances the wine. While approachable upon release, this wine will deepen in complexity and richness with additional time in the cellar.
  • 2013 Syrah
    This Syrah beautifully displays the sophistication and intensity typical of Watch Hill fruit. Complex, ripe aromas of blackberry and plum are complemented by hints of blueberry and white pepper. Explosive flavors of dense blackberry, deep dark plum and cured meat are accented by a touch of cocoa on the finish. The rich, opulent mouthfeel is supported by moderate tannins and a touch of natural acidity that perfectly balances the wine. While approachable upon release, this wine will deepen in complexity and richness with additional time in the cellar.