Alban Vineyards is one of the original “Central Coast Rhone Rangers.” Robert Parker called Alban “the great shining success story of Edna Valley.” Sine Qua Non’s Manfred Krankl trained with John Alban, a celebrated winemaker, before starting SQN.
Domaine Alain Hudelot-Noellat is today run by Alain's grandson Charles, who has continued his grandfather’s tradition of excellence. Robert Parker notes that the estate produces “extremely seductive, creamy wines…”
Domaine Dujac is a youngster by Burgundy standards. Founded in 1967 by Louis Seysses, Dujac wines quickly earned acclaim. The domaine remains a family operation with prime parcels in grand cru and premier cru vineyards.