Winemaker Notes
An incredibly expressive Pinot with bright raspberry and cherry fruit, touches of pepper, nutmeg and cocoa, vibrant acidity and a long, smooth finish with hints of vanilla oak that will leave you wanting another glass. Try this wonderful Pinot Noir with rosemary seasoned chicken or salmon sushi.
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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