Mild ruby with a wide cherry red rim. A soft nose of subdued cherries and raspberries, along with some smoke and herbs. What else can you say about Santa Barbara right now? So many amazing wines coming from there right now. This is not a showstopper Pinot at all, it grows on you until you belatedly realize that you really, really liked it. Low to medium acid with not much heat from the alcohol, thankfully. This is crafted as a pure Pinot, not the most complex but still remains very interesting. In the mouth, the palate is more intense than the nose. More red fruit, just brighter. Damp earth notes, mild oak, black tea, and a bit of spice. This is a grower, not a shower. Starts off a bit shy but ends up as a terrific. I adored this little baby.
Mild ruby with a wide cherry red rim. A soft nose of subdued cherries and raspberries, along with some smoke and herbs. What else can you say about Santa Barbara right now? So many amazing wines coming from there right now. This is not a showstopper Pinot at all, it grows on you until you belatedly realize that you really, really liked it. Low to medium acid with not much heat from the alcohol, thankfully. This is crafted as a pure Pinot, not the most complex but still remains very interesting. In the mouth, the palate is more intense than the nose. More red fruit, just brighter. Damp earth notes, mild oak, black tea, and a bit of spice. This is a grower, not a shower. Starts off a bit shy but ends up as a terrific. I adored this little baby.
1 person found it helpfulApr 23rd, 2019
A very average pinot noir. Fortunately restrained for a California pinot perhaps because from a cooler climate but also lacking in any layering or complexity. Very drinkable, not very exciting.
A very average pinot noir. Fortunately restrained for a California pinot perhaps because from a cooler climate but also lacking in any layering or complexity. Very drinkable, not very exciting.
Dec 16th, 2020
Pleasant pinot from the Santa Maria Valley; more acidic than other pinots from the same region; raspberry, dark cherry, and a slight hint of smoke; medium body with a short finish.
Pleasant pinot from the Santa Maria Valley; more acidic than other pinots from the same region; raspberry, dark cherry, and a slight hint of smoke; medium body with a short finish.
Jun 23rd, 2019
Firm and lush, very much a bolder Pinot noir compared to others. Solid plum and pomegranate flavors with small notes of more tart cherry or dried herbs/flowers. Not incredibly complicated but drinks very well.
Firm and lush, very much a bolder Pinot noir compared to others. Solid plum and pomegranate flavors with small notes of more tart cherry or dried herbs/flowers. Not incredibly complicated but drinks very well.
Dec 30th, 2018
Santa Barbara County, Central Coast, California, USA
