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"In the small Alisos Canyon AVA near Los Alamos, I found Dovecote Estate Winery’s bright, complex Rhône-style wines to be strong evidence of the region’s pedigree; the push for the appellation was even spearheaded by the winery’s owner, Noah Rowles, who purchased the celebrated Thompson Vineyard. The vineyards, planted in 1989, have earned SIP certification, and tastings are a relaxed affair held in a wooden 'wine shack' by the pond, reflecting the winery’s small-batch, artisan approach." - Lauren Mowery