Sean Minor, a veteran of the wine industry for over 30 years, founded Sean Minor Wines and Four Bears Winery in 2005 with a passion for producing quality wines that continually exceed expectations. After a number of years in the industry, at wineries including Beaulieu Vineyards (BV) in Napa, King Estate and Benton Lane in Oregon and Renwood in California, he knew there had to be a better and more affordable way to produce great wines without severe consequences on the pocket book. Our wines come from premium vineyard sites strategically located near the cool marine influences of the sun filled California coast. With each new vintage, we offer wines of consistent flavor and exceptional quality from vineyards perfectly suited to each particular varietal. In order for a wine to be considered it must exude the characteristics of the grape variety, and then of its chosen vineyard site within a specifically selected appellation. In our industry, wines deemed affordable often do not offer the exceptional quality you enjoy from much more expensive wines. We all have experienced these types of wines: simple fruit bombs, lifeless mid-palate, and a finish that is short or contains harsh green tannins, or none at all. Sean Minor Wines are Monday thru Thursday on the pocket book but good enough to serve to family and friends on Friday and Saturday night. Sean and Nicole Minor decided their winery would eventually include more than one label each with a different focus and personality much like their four children. Three wines are offered under the Sean Minor label, each from premium appellations and express the true varietal characteristics of these world renowned areas, while still providing tremendous value. The wines in the 4 Bears tier are named after their four bears - Nick, Elle, Jack and Charlie - whose initials appear on every bottle. The Four Bears wines offer incredible value from distinguished appellations and provide an uncompromising experience. With a great fondness for Oregon s remarkable growing region, providing exceptional opportunities to produce great wines, Sean recently released the new Point North label as a nod back to his Oregon roots. Delicious Approachable Expressive Terroir Driven
Sonoma Coast SEAN MINOR CHARDONNAY Aromas of apple, pear, tropical citrus and pineapple with subtle notes of cardamom, cinnamon and vanilla spice. Crisp vibrant flavors of guava, pear and green apple with a touch of minerality and a medium body mouth feel. Natural malo-lactic fermentation progressed on majority of lots after primary fermentation. Aged in French Oak barrels for a total of 10 months before bottling. SEAN MINOR PINOT NOIR Sonoma Coast Both Pommard and Dijon clones from carefully selected vineyard sites throughout one of California s most prized Pinot Noir growing regions. The wine spent 10 months in French oak (20% new) before release. Bright cherry and berry flavors with earthy and sweet oak notes throughout the midpalate. The spicy finish lingers on the palate framed by fresh fruit and silky round tannins. SEAN MINOR CABERNET SAUVIGNON Napa Valley Flavors of blackberries and ripe plum fill the mid-palate, entwined with black currant, mocha and black pepper, providing for a full-bodied and rich wine experience. The soft tannins and sweet oak balance lead to a long and lingering finish. SEAN MINOR NICOLE MARIE North Coast Unique blend of Merlot, Zinfandel, Petit Verdot, and Petite Sirah. With aromas of cassis and vanilla, flavors of blueberries and dark cherry combine with hints of oak spice, soft tannins and sweet oak balance with a long lingering finish. 4 BEARS SAUVIGNON BLANC California Sourced from Sonoma County and Lodi, a portion of the wine was aged sur-lie in neutral oak to give an extra layer of depth and texture, while the remaining grapes were vinified in stainless steel, resulting in balanced crispness. Aromas of melon, orange blossom and a touch of tropical notes, with citrus grapefruit acidity and a medium body, with a hint of minerality. 4 BEARS CHARDONNAY Central Coast With grapes from Monterey, a portion of the wine was aged in small French Oak while the remaining lot was aged in stainless steel, with a portion undergoing malo-lactic fermentation. The resulting wine has aromas of white peach, pears and tropical nuances balanced with subtle notes of oak and butter and crisp acidity. 4 BEARS PINOT NOIR Central Coast Harvested from optimal sites throughout Arroyo Seco, Monterey, this wine displays aromas of cherry, strawberry, and raspberry fruit with a hint of earthy notes. Bright flavors of strawberry and cherry combined with hints of tobacco. The bright acidity combined with sweet oak results in a lingering finish. 4 BEARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON Paso Robles Displaying the region s capacity for lushly textured and deeply seductive wines, this Cab is ruby in color with aromas of black cherry, plum and violets. Ripe flavors of blackberries and raspberries, combined with hints of savory spices, coat the palate. The soft tannins and sweet oak balance lead to a long and lingering finish. POINT NORTH PINOT NOIR Oregon From carefully selected vineyards of 100% Dijon clone fruit from the Willamette Valley and Umpqua Valley appellations in Oregon, this elegant medium-bodied Pinot Noir has aromas of cherry, strawberry and raspberries. Well-structured with lingering spicy/earthy notes and cherry flavors throughout the mid palate. Aged for 6 months in French Oak, this wine has a bright mouth feel integrated with soft round tannins for a lengthy finish. H MYNORS ZINFANDEL California Unique Zinfandel blend is from sites in Sonoma Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Amador County and Lodi. Deep ruby in color and displays aromas of cranberries, violets, brown sugar and vanilla. Rich and spicy, offering flavors of cranberries, black pepper and bright red fruit that integrate with hints of oak spices which coat the palate. The round soft tannins and sweet oak balance lead to a long and lingering finish.
Just Wine Points (Online) (June 2018) 97 Points - Sean Minor Central Coast Chardonnay 2017 90 Points Sean Minor 2016 Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Wine Enthusiast (June 2018 Issue) *Editors Choice* 92 Points Sean Minor 2016 Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Just Wine Points (Online) (April 2018) 97 Points - Sean Minor California Sauvignon Blanc 2017 96 Points - Sean Minor California Rose 2017 96 Points - Sean Minor Nicole Marie Red Blend North Coast 2015 Wine Enthusiast (April 2018 Issue) 90 Points Sean Minor 2015 Nicole Marie Red Blend North Coast Wine Enthusiast (March 2018 Issue) *Editors Choice* 90 Points Sean Minor 2015 Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 87 Points - Four Bears 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles OC Fair Commercial Wine Competition (2018) Gold Medal 4B Central Coast Pinot Noir 2016 92 Points Gold Medal 4B Central Coast Chardonnay 2016 90 Points Gold Medal - Sean Minor Sangiacomo Roberts Road Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016 92 Points Gold Medal Sean Minor Nicole Marie North Coast Red Blend 2015 90 Points Los Angeles International Wine Competition (2018) Gold Medal (94 points) Best of Class - 4 Bears Central Coast Pinot Noir 2016 Gold Medal (91 Points) - Sean Minor Sangiacomo Roberts Road Pinot Noir 2016 Gold Medal (92 Points) - Point North Pinot Noir Oregon 2014 Gold Medal (90 points) - 4 Bears Central Coast Chardonnay 2016 California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition (2018) Double Gold: Best of Class of Varietal - Four Bears Central Coast Pinot Noir 2016 99 points Gold; Best of Class of Varietal Sean Minor California Rosé 2017 95 points Gold - Four Bears Central Coast Chardonnay 2016 95 points San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge (2018) Gold - Sean Minor Sangiacomo Roberts Road Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016 92 points Gold - H. Mynors Zinfandel California 2014 91 points Gold - Four Bears Central Coast Pinot Noir 2016 Jerry D Mead s New World International Wine Competition (2018) Double Gold; Best of Class; Best of New World Red; Best of Varietal Sean Minor Sangiacomo Roberts Road Pinot Noir 2016 99 points Double Gold; Best of Class Four Bears Sauvignon Blanc 2016 99 points
Silver - Sean Minor Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 91 points San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition (2018) Gold Medal Four Bears Central Coast Pinot Noir 2016 Gold Medal Four Bears Central Coast Chardonnay 2016 Jefferson Cup Invitational (2017) Double Gold Sean Minor Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2015 Gold Sean Minor Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2016 The Fifty Best (Online) (October 2017) Gold Medal - Sean Minor Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2014 Gold Medal Four Bears Central Coast Pinot Noir 2015 The Prince of Pinot (Online) (September 2017) 92 Points - Sean Minor Sangiacomo/Roberts Road Vineyard Pinot Noir Sonoma 2015 89 Points - Awarded Pinot Value Icon - Sean Minor Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2014 88 Points Awarded Pinot Value Icon Four Bears Central Coast Pinot 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition (2017) Double Gold Medal (95 Points) 4 Bears Pinot Noir 2015 Gold Medal (90 Points) 4 Bears Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 Gold Medal (90 Points) H. Mynors California Zinfandel 2014 Los Angeles International Wine Competition (June 2017) Gold Medal (94 points) Best of Class -- 4 Bears Central Coast Pinot Noir 2015 Gold Medal (95 Points) Best of Class -- Sean Minor Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2014 International Women s Wine Competition (June 2017) Gold Medal 4 Bears Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 Gold Medal Sean Minor Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2014 Gold Medal H. Mynors California Zinfandel 2014 Wine & Spirits (February 2017 Issue) 90 Points Sean Minor Sonoma Coast Sangiacomo Roberts Road Vineyard Pinot Noir 2015. From a windy site planted at the base of Sonoma Mountain, this lasts on a bright, floral red-cherry flavor held in a velvet-soft structure. It s crowd-pleasing and ready to drink, with a refreshing line of acidity that will harmonize with mushroom pasta. Reviewed by Luke Sykora.
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