A Santa Barbara area Pinot. Deep Ruby color with aromas of red fruits, forest floor and spice, spent about 15 months in French oak (50% new). On the palate flavors of cherry and raspberry with cedar notes, cinnamon spice and earthy herbs. Full-bodied, fine tannins, long finish ending with fruit, oak and an earthy character. Nice! Drinking well now!
A Santa Barbara area Pinot. Deep Ruby color with aromas of red fruits, forest floor and spice, spent about 15 months in French oak (50% new). On the palate flavors of cherry and raspberry with cedar notes, cinnamon spice and earthy herbs. Full-bodied, fine tannins, long finish ending with fruit, oak and an earthy character. Nice! Drinking well now!
Apr 3rd, 2023
Nice but way overpriced
Apr 20th, 2018A Santa Barbara area Pinot. Deep Ruby color with aromas of red fruits, forest floor and spice, spent about 15 months in French oak (50% new). On the palate flavors of cherry and raspberry with cedar notes, cinnamon spice and earthy herbs. Full-bodied, fine tannins, long finish ending with fruit, oak and an earthy character. Nice! Drinking well now!
A Santa Barbara area Pinot. Deep Ruby color with aromas of red fruits, forest floor and spice, spent about 15 months in French oak (50% new). On the palate flavors of cherry and raspberry with cedar notes, cinnamon spice and earthy herbs. Full-bodied, fine tannins, long finish ending with fruit, oak and an earthy character. Nice! Drinking well now!
1 person found it helpfulDec 31st, 2023
Mellow and fruity - could use another few years of bottle aging to bring umami notes to life.
Mellow and fruity - could use another few years of bottle aging to bring umami notes to life.
1 person found it helpfulAug 25th, 2020
Sweet, dark cherry...influence from warmer site present
Sweet, dark cherry...influence from warmer site present
1 person found it helpfulDec 21st, 2019
Smoke, leather, plum, and a touch of lavender. Smooth but rich.
Smoke, leather, plum, and a touch of lavender. Smooth but rich.
Sep 16th, 2025A burgundy color with violet and oak but still had that ash and deep blackberry. Bold but not harsh.
A burgundy color with violet and oak but still had that ash and deep blackberry. Bold but not harsh.
Aug 31st, 2025
SPN. Since last rating it has increased in balance and complexity, still has a great finish and light intensity.
SPN. Since last rating it has increased in balance and complexity, still has a great finish and light intensity.
Aug 6th, 2025
Medium ruby color. Aromas of cherry, raspberry and baking spices. Sexy cherry cola flavors, raspberry and black tea on the finish.
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95 Points - Wilfred Wong
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93 Points - James Suckling
Medium ruby color. Aromas of cherry, raspberry and baking spices. Sexy cherry cola flavors, raspberry and black tea on the finish.
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95 Points - Wilfred Wong
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93 Points - James Suckling
May 27th, 2025
Cherry, strawberry, rhubarb, cedar, leather, subtle hints of pine cone.
Cherry, strawberry, rhubarb, cedar, leather, subtle hints of pine cone.
Apr 26th, 2025
Sta. Rita Hills, Central Coast, California, USA
