Wine Enthusiast Scores Twenty-One Gainey Wines 90 Points and Above in 2026
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Wine Enthusiast Scores Twenty-One Gainey Wines 90 Points and Above in 2026
Wine Enthusiast's 2026 reviews are in, and every Gainey Vineyard and Evan's Ranch wine submitted this year scored 90 points or higher. Three wines reached 96 points, seven earned Editor's Choice or Cellar Selection designations, and the lineup spans both of our estate vineyards: the Gainey Home Ranch in the Santa Ynez Valley and Evan's Ranch in the Sta. Rita Hills.
Here is the full list, with the review Wine Enthusiast published for our 2024 Estate Pinot Noir.
95 Points, Editor's Choice
2024 Gainey Estate Pinot Noir
"This is a masterful appellation cuvée at a stunning price. Clean aromas of strawberry and Bing cherry are juicy and intense yet balanced with light herb elements on the nose. The palate grows into black cherry compote, star anise and mace flavors. Enjoy any day of the week or for a special occasion."Wine Enthusiast, 202696 Points
| Score | Wine |
|---|---|
| 96 | 2024 Evan's Ranch Las Brisas Chardonnay |
| 96 | 2024 Evan's Ranch Morgan's Pinot Noir |
| 96 | 2024 Gainey Limited Selection Pinot Noir Cellar Selection |
95 Points
| Score | Wine |
|---|---|
| 95 | 2023 Gainey Patrick's Vineyard Selection |
| 95 | 2024 Gainey Estate Pinot Noir Editor's Choice |
94 Points
| Score | Wine |
|---|---|
| 94 | 2024 Gainey Limited Selection Cabernet Franc Editor's Choice |
| 94 | 2024 Gainey Limited Selection Petite Sirah Editor's Choice |
| 94 | 2024 Evan's Ranch Lone Oak Syrah |
| 94 | 2024 Evan's Ranch Las Brisas Syrah |
| 94 | 2023 Gainey 42nd Anniversary Limited Selection Cabernet Sauvignon |
| 94 | 2024 Gainey Limited Selection Chardonnay |
| 94 | 2025 Gainey Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc |
93 Points
| Score | Wine |
|---|---|
| 93 | 2024 Gainey Estate Merlot Editor's Choice |
| 93 | 2024 Gainey Estate Cabernet Franc |
| 93 | 2024 Gainey Estate Chardonnay |
| 93 | 2025 Gainey Limited Selection Sauvignon Gris Editor's Choice |
90 to 92 Points
| Score | Wine |
|---|---|
| 92 | 2023 Gainey INÉS Bordeaux Style Red Blend Cellar Selection |
| 92 | 2024 Evan's Ranch Lone Oak Pinot Noir |
| 92 | 2024 Gainey Estate Syrah |
| 91 | 2024 Evan's Ranch Caitlin's Chardonnay |
| 90 | 2025 Gainey Estate Sauvignon Blanc |
Many of these wines are available online now. Limited Selection and Evan's Ranch single-vineyard bottlings are produced in small quantities, and Wine Club members receive first access to new releases.
Shop the WinesJoin the Wine ClubScores and the Estate Pinot Noir review are from Wine Enthusiast's 2026 ratings. Availability varies by wine; some bottlings are allocated to Wine Club members or sold out.