Winemaker Notes
This food-friendly Santa Barbara Pinot Noir hosts vivid aromas of farm fresh strawberry, red cherry and rosewater. The inviting nose leads to a juicy palate with bright flavors of red raspberry, strawberry, black tea and an intriguing note of soy. The palate is highlighted by sweet vanilla notes and is well-balanced with a lively acidity that is a hallmark of the Santa Barbara area.
Pinot Noir is the second-most planted grape in Santa Barbara County, just behind Chardonnay. It thrives in cooler areas of the region, namely in the of the Sta. Rita Hills, which is part of Santa Barbara’s larger Santa Ynez Valley sub-appellation. Thought for decades to be too cool for viticulture, Sta. Rita Hills began to gain notoriety in the 1970’s, thanks to the pioneering work of Richard Sandford and Michael Benedict, among others.
Santa Barbara Pinot Noir dances across the palate with vivid red fruit and spice. Precision, bright acidity, elegance and fruit-driven silkiness make Santa Barbara Pinot delightfully enjoyable, whether on their own or with a variety of dishes.
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