Babcock has been garnering considerable praise. Unfortunately, the winery chose not to show me their 1991 Estate Pinot Noir or 1991 Pinot Noir from the superb Sanford and Benedict Vineyard. Even more enjoyable than the Gewurztraminer was the full-bodied, medium sweet, lychee nut, and rose petal-scented, 100% barrel fermented, late harvest 1992 Johannisberg Riesling. In a blind tasting, Babcock's 1992 Johannisberg Riesling could easily be mistaken for a Riesling Vendange Tardive from Alsace. Its fine acidity made the wine taste zesty and alive. Tel. (805) 736-1455