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Riverbench Winery	Santa Maria, CA 93454	www.riverbench.com
6020 Foxen Canyon Road Santa Maria, CA 93454 (805 ) 937.8340 Fax : 805 9348340 Email: info@riverbench.com Tasting room hours: --- (Map) 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM daily Monday: 10:00 AM. 4:00 PM. Tuesday: 10:00 AM. 4:00 PM. Wednesday: 10:00 AM. 4:00 PM. Thursday: 10:00 AM. 4:00 PM. Friday: 10:00 AM. 4:00 PM. Saturday: 10:00 AM. 4:00 PM. Sunday: 10:00 AM. 4:00 PM.	For more than 30 years, our Riverbench Vineyard has been recognized for producing world-class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from California’s Santa Maria Valley. We are dedicated to crafting a small portfolio of wines from one remarkable vineyard, where cool ocean breezes nurture the varietals’ luscious tropical fruit flavors. We enhance these natural qualities through fermentation and aging in French oak barrels, resulting in a wine of uncommon character and dimension.
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Winemaker Chuck Ortman Chuck Ortman is recognized as one of California’s most respected winemakers. His winemaking career extends over nearly 40 years, during which he cultivated his signature “Ortman style” of winemaking. Chuck began his winemaking career in the cellar at Napa Valley’s Heitz Cellars in 1968. He quickly worked his way up in the winemaking ranks, and by the mid-1970’s he was consulting for some of Napa Valley’s premium wineries, including Far Niente, Shafer, and Cain. Along the way, Chuck became one of the first Californian winemakers to explore the benefits of barrel fermentation of Chardonnay, earning him the nickname “Mr. Chardonnay.” Later, Chuck founded Meridian Vineyards in Paso Robles. The success of Meridian helped establish the Central Coast as one of California’s most dynamic and prestigious winegrowing regions. Chuck now returns to his earlier years, when he sourced the fruit from Riverbench for Meridian. Over three decades, he has watched the progression of the vineyard, and is proud to carefully hand craft stellar small lots of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the paramount sections of our property.
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Red ------------- ---	2006 Estate Pinot Noir Appellation: Santa Maria Valley Winemaker: Chuck Ortman To winemakers, Pinot Noir can be that rebellious toddler, prone to infections and notorious for talking back. Yet our Estate Pinot Noir shows no signs of ever having been a little rough around the edges. The vivid burgundy color intrigues as it splashes into the glass, while the lush aromas of red fruit entice you to taste. Sumptuous flavors of strawberries and mulberries coat the tongue, but the wine remains light; it perfectly complements grilled cornmeal crusted quail or a spicy Thai risot... ...read more Question? Comment? info@riverbench.com Visit: www.riverbench.com	$34.00 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805 ) 937.8340 Fax: (805).9348340 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Santa Maria, CA
Red ------------- ---	2007 Reserve Pinot Noir Appellation: Santa Maria Valley Winemaker: Chuck Ortman Whether it’s a promotion, engagement, or just a plain old great day at work, don’t you have something to celebrate? Special occasions (and the occasional Monday- just because) deserve something noteworthy in honor of their distinctiveness, and our Reserve Pinot Noir is just that. Our very best fruit from this exceptional vintage goes into this bottle, and the result is a lush and exciting wine that makes those taste buds dance. Subtle yet confident tannins will carry this wine through the... ...read more Question? Comment? info@riverbench.com Visit: www.riverbench.com	$42.00 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805 ) 937.8340 Fax: (805).9348340 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Santa Maria, CA
White ---	2006 Estate Chardonnay Appellation: Santa Maria Valley Winemaker: Chuck Ortman There’s something enviable about a Chardonnay that is able to show balance between rich fruit flavors and a delicate buttery note; an oaked Chardonnay isn’t hard to find, and there certainly exists a fine line between luscious and overdone. When you find a wine this well-adjusted, you won’t want to let it go. Our Chardonnay is truly luscious, showing tropical fruit flavors typical of our vineyard while being luxurious and substantial enough to boast a lasting finish with lingering hints ... ...read more Question? Comment? info@riverbench.com Visit: www.riverbench.com	$26.00 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805 ) 937.8340 Fax: (805).9348340 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Santa Maria, CA
White ---	2006 Reserve Chardonnay Appellation: Santa Maria Valley Winemaker: Chuck Ortman Pure Chardonnay devotees have finally met their match with this appreciative interpretation of an Old World style wine. Perhaps it’s what you’d expect from a Chard on this level; a delightful barrel-aged wine with a distinct touch of brul�©e. Vanilla and nutmeg flirt with the senses while a hint of honey and lemon meringue provide a lingering finish that’s not quite tart, not quite sweet. A baked halibut filet en papillôte topped with a pat of butter (oh ... ...read more Question? Comment? info@riverbench.com Visit: www.riverbench.com	$32.00 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805 ) 937.8340 Fax: (805).9348340 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Santa Maria, CA
White ---	2007 Bedrock Chardonnay Appellation: Santa Maria Valley Winemaker: Chuck Ortman There are days when you’ll crave a crisp, bright white wine that simply satisfies while staying true to its complexity and acidity. Our 2007 Chardonnay fits that profile perfectly; this Chablis style wine is fermented completely in stainless steel tanks to preserve flavors of pineapple, melon, and a hint of kiwi. You’ll love this with light appetizers such as spicy barbecued shrimp and lemongrass chicken wings, or allow the acidity to cut through as you indulge in a rich, creamy bowl of f... ...read more Question? Comment? info@riverbench.com Visit: www.riverbench.com	$24.00 Regular as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805 ) 937.8340 Fax: (805).9348340 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Santa Maria, CA
Rosé ------ ---	2009 Pinot Noir Rose Appellation: Rosé of Pinot Noir Winemaker: Chuck Ortman This rose,made in the saignee method,is fermented,cold soaked,and aged in stainless steel,creating a full bodied yet fun and flirty wine who shyly presents an amazing versatility. The wine shows a firm acidity but a nice warmth in the mid-palate,then finishes dry with no sweetness at all. 5% of proceeds will go to the local Marian Medical Cancer Care Services. Question? Comment? info@riverbench.com Visit: www.riverbench.com	$18.00 Regular Rose 3 Pack for $45.00 as of 02/13	Email Order Direct Online Phone: (805 ) 937.8340 Fax: (805).9348340 Tasting Room Open Info & Map Santa Maria, CA

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