Definitive
Central Coast (California) 

The Estate
"Definitive" is a special project created by Ken and Teresa Bernards whose combined experience is moving into its 3rd decade. Their trips to Burgundy filled them with inspiration drawn from the ancient history and tradition of winemaking.  While the techniques have constantly been refined, they have been using the same principles of winemaking for generations.

The Vineyards
The vineyards were planted in 1973 and are situated near the Napa-Sonoma county line at the southern end of the appellation.

The Wines

shelf talker	#C0EE264025PNM UPC code: 7 84585 00486 7 2008 Definitive, Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 12/750ml Racy cherry, cola, raspberry and strawberry fruit flavors are layered upon denser brooding flavors with spice, smoke, slight meatiness, and darker blackberry and black cherry flavors. Dark chocolate, sandalwood, violets and a slight earthiness add layers to the rich fruit. Nuances of smoke, toasted wood and baking spices linger in the finish. The wine will continue to develop in the months and years ahead. Drink now or age 5 - 9 years. National Retail Price: $25.99 / bottle
shelf talker	UPC code: 7 84585 00888 9 2005 Definitive, Syrah 12/750ml Ripe, deep and luscious flavors of blackcurrant, cherry, dark chocolate. Subtle in the mouth and a long lingering finish. National Retail Price: $33.99 / bottle
shelf talker	#C1EE264004CHS UPC code: 7 84585 00985 5 2010 Definitive, Chardonnay 12/750ml Opulent and layered fruit: green apple, pear, figs, lime, tangerine zest, freesia, ripe apple, and lemon cream aromas layered above creamy yeast notes, cocoa and crème brulée. Exceptional richness with mineral notes framing the lushly textured palate. The finish is long and focused with nicely balanced acidity. The wine will continue to develop beautifully in bottle over the next 3 - 4 years gradually showing more minerality and even more concentration in the the finish. #C1EE264006CHS UPC code: 7 84585 00985 5 2008 Definitive, Chardonnay 12/750ml Opulent and layered fruit: green apple, pear, figs, lime, tangerine zest, freesia, ripe apple, and lemon cream aromas layered above creamy yeast notes, cocoa and crème brulée. Exceptional richness with mineral notes framing the lushly textured palate. The finish is long and focused with nicely balanced acidity. The wine will continue to develop beautifully in bottle over the next 3 - 4 years gradually showing more minerality and even more concentration in the the finish. National Retail Price: $26.99 / bottle