10 Ninths
Sequence Pinot Noir
Sta. Rita Hills, Central Coast, California, USA
10 NINTHS — Vertex Pinot Noir 2023
Sta. Rita Hills, California. USA 🇺🇸
Overview
A more elevated and refined expression from 10 Ninths, 100% Pinot Noir showcasing greater precision, delicacy, and polish. This wine leans clearly into elegance and restraint, aligning beautifully with a terroir-driven, finesse-focused Pinot profile.
Aromas & Flavors
Subtle red fruits, red cherry, raspberry, pomegranate, layered with delicate floral tones, gentle spice, and a whisper of mineral tension. Everything feels finely etched rather than bold or overt.
Mouthfeel
Silky, lifted, and impeccably balanced. The palate glides with finesse, showing purity of fruit, clean structure, and a graceful, lingering finish that emphasizes clarity over power.
Food Pairings
Duck breast, herb-roasted poultry, tuna crudo, porcini dishes, truffle pasta, or alpine cheeses.
Verdict
A beautifully composed, terroir-driven Pinot Noir that prioritizes elegance, nuance, and transparency. This sits squarely in my preferred stylistic lane, refined, precise, and intellectually satisfying.
Did You Know?
Only 140 cases were produced, making this an ultra-limited bottling and a true micro-production expression within the Sta. Rita Hills AVA.
🍷 Personal Pick
I have particular appreciation for small-batch wineries producing exceptional wines. This one earns my admiration for its precision, restraint, and quiet confidence.
10 NINTHS — Vertex Pinot Noir 2023
Sta. Rita Hills, California. USA 🇺🇸
Overview
A more elevated and refined expression from 10 Ninths, 100% Pinot Noir showcasing greater precision, delicacy, and polish. This wine leans clearly into elegance and restraint, aligning beautifully with a terroir-driven, finesse-focused Pinot profile.
Aromas & Flavors
Subtle red fruits, red cherry, raspberry, pomegranate, layered with delicate floral tones, gentle spice, and a whisper of mineral tension. Everything feels finely etched rather than bold or overt.
Mouthfeel
Silky, lifted, and impeccably balanced. The palate glides with finesse, showing purity of fruit, clean structure, and a graceful, lingering finish that emphasizes clarity over power.
Food Pairings
Duck breast, herb-roasted poultry, tuna crudo, porcini dishes, truffle pasta, or alpine cheeses.
Verdict
A beautifully composed, terroir-driven Pinot Noir that prioritizes elegance, nuance, and transparency. This sits squarely in my preferred stylistic lane, refined, precise, and intellectually satisfying.
Did You Know?
Only 140 cases were produced, making this an ultra-limited bottling and a true micro-production expression within the Sta. Rita Hills AVA.
🍷 Personal Pick
I have particular appreciation for small-batch wineries producing exceptional wines. This one earns my admiration for its precision, restraint, and quiet confidence.