VINEYARD Mt. Carmel, Rita’s Crown, Bentrock, Radian, John Sebastiano, Sanford & Benedict, Drum Canyon, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Peake Ranch, La Encantada
CLONES 828, 2A, Pommard, 667, 115, 777
TRELLISING VSP
SOIL Combination of Jory (volcanic soil), Mustard-tinted Willakenzie (marine-sediment), and Laurelwood (loess & silt)
FERMENTATION 64% stainless steel, 29% concrete, 7% oak; 3% whole cluster
ÉLEVAGE 37% New French oak, 42% neutral oak and 21% oak foudre/cask for 16 months; 3% whole cluster
ALCOHOL 14.1%
pH 3.64
TA 5.87 g/L
AROMA
An intriguing fusion of blackberry blossom and strawberry with a hint of baking spice.
PALATE
Elegantly structured with bramble fruit notes and bolstered tannins, this wine unfolds on the palate, culminating in a memorable finish.
Our Appellation Series wines embody our unwavering commitment to exploration and the artistry of crafting soulful, thought-provoking wines that pay homage to the world’s extraordinary terroirs.
This microclimate, sculpted over 20 million years ago by a tectonic dance, stands as a testament to nature’s miracles. Mountains, rising from the sea with a clockwise grace, broke free to form the distinctive transverse ranges along the Pacific Coast. This geographical marvel funnels cool coastal fog and wind directly to our vines, solidifying the Sta. Rita Hills AVA as one of the most compelling cool-climate growing regions for Pinot Noir.
The 2022 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir possesses profound aromas of layered boysenberry, blackberry blossom, and a hint of baking spice, with bolstered tannins that seamlessly glide across the palate. With focused energy, this wine is composed with a near-everlasting finish.
Fact of Note: La Encantada Vineyard was introduced to the 2022 Sta. Rita Hills blend.
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.
