VINEYARD Mt. Carmel, Rita’s Crown, Bentrock, Radian, John Sebastiano, Sanford & Benedict, Drum Canyon, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Peake Ranch
CLONES 828, 2A, Swan, Pommard, 667, 115, 777
TRELLISING VSP
SOIL Silica (D.E marine-based)
FERMENTATION 89% stainless steel, 10% concrete, 1% wood, 5% whole cluster
ÉLEVAGE 48% new French oak for 15 months, 18% wood cask for 15 months, 4% new Austrian oak for 15 months
ALCOHOL 14.1%
pH 3.63
TA 5.5 g/L
AROMA
Bright red fruit with delightful aromas of earth, pine, clove, and cinnamon stick.
PALATE
Soft on the palate with juicy cranberry, cherry, and strawberry fruit notes. Subtle citrus adds nuance to a smooth finish.
Our Appellation Series wines exemplify our commitment to exploration and passion for crafting soulful and thoughtprovoking wines that celebrate some of the world’s great terroirs.
A microclimate that began over 20 million years ago by tectonic plate movement is nothing short of a miracle. Mountains rose from the sea, rotating clockwise to break free from their plates, creating one of the most defined, transverse ranges on the Pacific Coast. This distinctive feature of the purely East/West maritime mouth funnels cool coastal fog and wind straight to the vines, proving this AVA to be a fascinating cool-climate growing region for Pinot Noir.
The 2021 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir was harvested over three weeks during an ideal growing season. Brimming with vibrant notes of cranberry, strawberry, and cherry with subtle hints of citrus and understated tannins, this wine has a finesse that leads to an extended finish.
Fact of Note: Introducing Peake Ranch Vineyard to the Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir.
THE STA. RITA HILLS IS located between the towns of Buellton and Lompoc in Santa Barbara County. A critical component for this region’s success is its cool climate and the purely East/West mountain range, whose maritime mouth funnels coastal fog and wind to the vines. This unique orientation, coupled with exceptional Botella clay and limestone soils, produces wines that are as focused and bright as they are alluring.
Before you hit the Sta. Rita Hills, stretch your legs and explore the various hotels, restaurants, parks, and shops of the quaint town of Buellton. Now famous after making its silver screen debut in the movie Sideways, you can relive the film by visiting one of the many charming eateries and must-go spots when in the area.
