Points West White 2023, Lone Madrone

Points West White opens with inviting aromas of pear, Meyer lemon, and white peach, layered with hints of citrus blossom and fresh herbs. There’s a gentle mineral note beneath the fruit—more river stone than sea spray—that adds quiet complexity without demanding attention.

On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, with bright acidity framing flavors of stone fruit, lemon curd, and green apple. A subtle roundness gives the wine texture and ease, while the finish stays clean and refreshing, marked by citrus peel and a faint almond note. It’s the kind of white that disappears quickly—not because it’s simple, but because it’s doing exactly what it should.

The fruit is sourced from vineyards across California’s Central Coast, with fruit drawn primarily from Paso Robles and surrounding coastal-influenced sites. The region’s hallmark warm days and cool nights allow grapes to ripen fully while retaining freshness, a balance that defines Lone Madrone’s house style. Calcareous soils and steady afternoon breezes help preserve natural acidity and aromatic clarity, resulting in wines that feel generous without losing focus.

About the Winery

Lone Madrone is a Paso Robles cornerstone—quietly influential, deeply thoughtful, and consistently ahead of its time. Founded by winemaker Neil Collins and his wife Heather, the winery reflects decades of experience paired with a clear commitment to sustainability, balance, and place. Long before these ideas were fashionable, Lone Madrone was already practicing dry farming, organic viticulture, and a less-is-more philosophy in the cellar.

Neil Collins has played a defining role in shaping modern Paso Robles, championing varieties and vineyard practices that favor freshness and longevity over sheer power. Estate vineyards are farmed organically, and sourced fruit comes from growers who share the same values—thoughtful farming first, intervention only when absolutely necessary. The result is wines that feel grounded and complete, never forced.

We’ve been fans of Lone Madrone for more than twenty years, and that loyalty isn’t accidental. Their wines have earned a permanent place on our shelves because they deliver year after year—across styles, vintages, and price points. You’ll often find multiple Lone Madrone bottlings at Doctorbird, each offering a slightly different lens on Paso Robles, but all unmistakably cut from the same cloth.

The Points West label extends that philosophy beyond estate boundaries, drawing from standout Central Coast sites to create wines that are approachable, expressive, and deeply food-friendly. These are wines made by people who trust their vineyards, respect their drinkers, and understand that the best bottles don’t shout—they invite you back for another glass.