Winemaker Notes
Light bodied Pinot Noir blooming with floral notes of dried fruit, vibrant strawberry and raspberry.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
Recent changes to the management and wine making regime at this historic property are showing quick results, as this light, fresh and fruit-driven bottling shows. Aromas of cherry sorbet, strawberry and wet stone lead into pomegranate, raspberry jam and tarragon on the fascinating palate. Editors' Choice
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.