Winemaker Notes
Aromas of raspberries, rhubarb and vanilla open in the glass. A silky palate boasts lush flavors of red cherry, dried strawberries and floral hints of rose petal. Vanilla spice lingers on the juicy finish.
Professional Ratings
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Tasting Panel
Spiced cranberry and raspberry cola maintain this wine’s bright profile. The lush flow of red and blue fruit suggests an energy from within, keeping the palate wanting more
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.