Central Coast
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Central Coast is a sub-region within California, United States renowned for its Pinot Noir. The auction database contains 549 lots, averaging $186 per bottle and ranging $1–$513. The median auction vintage is 2015. The top wines at auction include Sine Qua Non, Trouver L'Arene Syrah, Central Coast, Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards, Prologue Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast, Linne Calodo, Cherry Red, Central Coast, Lillian, Gold Series Syrah N°7, Central Coast, Calera, Pinot Noir, Central Coast, while leading producers include Sine Qua Non, Lillian, Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards, Linne Calodo. The Central Coast sub-region is recognized for its distinctive terroir that produces wines of consistent character and quality. Collectors are drawn to the combination of geographical specificity, the quality of individual producers, and the historical significance of the sub-region's wines in the context of California. Auction activity reflects sustained international demand for the region's finest bottles, with the best examples demonstrating clear aging potential and site expression.
In the Glass
Central Coast Pinot Noir is characterized by red cherry, raspberry, and earthy complexity typical of its California terroir. The wines show fine tannin structure, natural acidity, and the capacity to develop secondary aromas of truffle, game, and dried herbs with age. The specific soils and microclimate of Central Coast produce a style that is recognizable within the broader regional context.
Red Wines
| Wine | Avg Price | Lots Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Sine Qua Non Trouver L'Arene Syrah | $303 | 287 |
| Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards Prologue Cabernet Sauvignon | $76 | 40 |
| Linne Calodo Cherry Red | $61 | 35 |
| Lillian Gold Series Syrah N°7 | $82 | 34 |
| Calera Pinot Noir | $26 | 17 |
| Smith & Hook Proprietary Red Wine Blend | $47 | 12 |
| Roar Syrah Garys | $65 | 9 |
| Byron Byron Pinot Noir | $22 | 6 |
| AP Vin Garys Pinot Noir | $43 | 6 |
| Wild Horse Pinot Noir | $11 | 6 |
| McPrice Myers (Barrel 27) Bull by the Horns | $96 | 5 |
| Wild Horse Cabernet Sauvignon | $25 | 5 |
White Wines
| Wine | Avg Price | Lots Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Mer Soleil Chardonnay | $16 | 8 |
| Talley Rincon Chardonnay | $30 | 7 |
Top Producers
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