Luscious wines at Alta Maria! And they’re right downtown in Los Olivos so you can taste, stroll, taste some more just like they did back in the old days before limo bridal parties, wine bus tours, or even cars.

Best thing about this tasting flight: Cabernet Sauvignon. Some call it the king of grapes. But what king isn’t enhanced by a queen. Few know how to balance the tannins with dark and bright fruit flavors like Alta Maria. Theirs is a delicious creation for those who love cabs and those who think they don’t.

More appellation adventures of my month in this region.