The 2015 'Southing' Pinot Noir is an outstanding effort sourced from Sea Smokes' south facing Estate Vineyard in the Sta. Rita Hills. This Pinot Noir is absolutely delectable, however it needs some time in the glass before it begins to fully express itself. Once awakened, the nose evokes a fantastic range of aromatics from blood orange to smoky tones to red cherry preserves, which all come together beautifully. The palate reveals a wonderful velvety texture and a soft mouthfeel, backed by mouth-watering acidity along with a lovely underlying saline mineral steak. Delightful flavors of black cherry cola, mulberry, black tea and Asian spices continue to merge together and leave a gorgeous lasting impression on the finish. While is already absolutely delicious and nearly impossible to resist right now, it should also go on to age gracefully for at least another decade. Drink 2019-2033- 93
The 2015 'Southing' Pinot Noir is an outstanding effort sourced from Sea Smokes' south facing Estate Vineyard in the Sta. Rita Hills. This Pinot Noir is absolutely delectable, however it needs some time in the glass before it begins to fully express itself. Once awakened, the nose evokes a fantastic range of aromatics from blood orange to smoky tones to red cherry preserves, which all come together beautifully. The palate reveals a wonderful velvety texture and a soft mouthfeel, backed by mouth-watering acidity along with a lovely underlying saline mineral steak. Delightful flavors of black cherry cola, mulberry, black tea and Asian spices continue to merge together and leave a gorgeous lasting impression on the finish. While is already absolutely delicious and nearly impossible to resist right now, it should also go on to age gracefully for at least another decade. Drink 2019-2033- 93
Feb 19th, 2019
Red cherry, strawberry, earth, and vanilla. Plush tannins.
Red cherry, strawberry, earth, and vanilla. Plush tannins.
Jun 11th, 2023
The Sea Smoke Ten or Southing is our Easter dinner tradition. The 2015 Southing was not on par with the run of phenomenal vintages from '12-'14. Light earthiness on the nose, medium bodied with blackberry and spices but never opened up the way I have come to expect from a bottle of Sea Smoke. A good drinking wine, but there are much better years out there.
The Sea Smoke Ten or Southing is our Easter dinner tradition. The 2015 Southing was not on par with the run of phenomenal vintages from '12-'14. Light earthiness on the nose, medium bodied with blackberry and spices but never opened up the way I have come to expect from a bottle of Sea Smoke. A good drinking wine, but there are much better years out there.
Apr 18th, 2020
Nice light ruby coloring, moderately high tannins balanced by moderate acidity and stronger body. Raspberries.
Nice light ruby coloring, moderately high tannins balanced by moderate acidity and stronger body. Raspberries.
Mar 16th, 2020
Sta. Rita Hills, Central Coast, California, USA
