Santa Barbara County, Central Coast, California, USA
The 2022 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County) is a gorgeous appellation-level wine. Dried flowers, mint, herbs, anise and orange peel give the 2022 lovely aromatic presence. Pretty savory notes reappear on the finish, adding lift. This ethereal, lifted Pinot is a real charmer. $24.00 (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, October 2023)
The 2022 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County) is a gorgeous appellation-level wine. Dried flowers, mint, herbs, anise and orange peel give the 2022 lovely aromatic presence. Pretty savory notes reappear on the finish, adding lift. This ethereal, lifted Pinot is a real charmer. $24.00 (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, October 2023)
Oct 26th, 2023
So savory. Loads of bright red fruit and umami. Strawberry and forest floor. This was a perfect pairing for ahi tuna steak and bok choy. Santa Barbara is producing some outstanding wines.
So savory. Loads of bright red fruit and umami. Strawberry and forest floor. This was a perfect pairing for ahi tuna steak and bok choy. Santa Barbara is producing some outstanding wines.
Aug 17th, 2022
Very, very charming: creosote & wild berries on nose, a gamay-ish but deeper red berries on palate. Maybe a 1-2 note but lovely, esp for around 20$
Very, very charming: creosote & wild berries on nose, a gamay-ish but deeper red berries on palate. Maybe a 1-2 note but lovely, esp for around 20$
Dec 19th, 2020
Just tried a third bottle over past 6 months. A light style Pinot, something I would find from OR, not Santa Barbara, however this bottle was a bit more pronounced in aromas and flavors. Medium Ruby with aromas of red fruits and spice. On the palate ripe raspberry and wild juicy cherry with cola, oak and earthy notes. Developing with integrated soft tannins, well defined, elegant with underlying richness, long finish ending with flinty mineral character. Outstanding value!
Just tried a third bottle over past 6 months. A light style Pinot, something I would find from OR, not Santa Barbara, however this bottle was a bit more pronounced in aromas and flavors. Medium Ruby with aromas of red fruits and spice. On the palate ripe raspberry and wild juicy cherry with cola, oak and earthy notes. Developing with integrated soft tannins, well defined, elegant with underlying richness, long finish ending with flinty mineral character. Outstanding value!
Oct 18th, 2020Had to try another bottle. This is a very light style Pinot, something I would find from OR, not Santa B!! Medium Ruby with aromas of red fruits and spice. On the palate ripe raspberry and wild juicy cherry with cola, oak and earthy notes. Young with integrated soft tannins, well defined, elegant with underlying richness, long finish ending with flinty mineral character. Outstanding value!
Had to try another bottle. This is a very light style Pinot, something I would find from OR, not Santa B!! Medium Ruby with aromas of red fruits and spice. On the palate ripe raspberry and wild juicy cherry with cola, oak and earthy notes. Young with integrated soft tannins, well defined, elegant with underlying richness, long finish ending with flinty mineral character. Outstanding value!
Aug 15th, 2020To begin this is a very light style Pinot, something I would find from OR. Medium Ruby with aromas of red fruits and enticing spice. On the palate ripe raspberry and wild juicy cherry with oak and earthy notes. Young with integrated soft tannins, well defined, elegant with underlying richness, long finish ending with flinty notes. Outstanding value!
To begin this is a very light style Pinot, something I would find from OR. Medium Ruby with aromas of red fruits and enticing spice. On the palate ripe raspberry and wild juicy cherry with oak and earthy notes. Young with integrated soft tannins, well defined, elegant with underlying richness, long finish ending with flinty notes. Outstanding value!
Jul 18th, 2020Heavier and darker than expected, but still very good
Heavier and darker than expected, but still very good
1 person found it helpfulMay 14th, 2018
Light, but flavorful Santa Barbara Syrah, served at a Good Friday cocktail party in Wellesley, Mass.
Light, but flavorful Santa Barbara Syrah, served at a Good Friday cocktail party in Wellesley, Mass.
Apr 8th, 2023
