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Rich and beautifully focused from top to bottom. Deep, and vibrant red fruits ... Rich and beautifully focused from top to bottom. Deep, and vibrant red fruits and baking spices aromas inform the palate which is supple, serious, and wonderfully fresh. Although charming now, it will continue to improve over several years. Moving to... more

This famed vineyard resonates stunningly in this complex wine offering a brigh... This famed vineyard resonates stunningly in this complex wine offering a bright mélange of red and black fruit, Bing cherry, tart red raspberry, loganberry, and blackberry, with floral notes of lavender, violet, sage, and hints black tea and incense.... more

The 2021 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is a total knock-out and also ... The 2021 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is a total knock-out and also one of the best wines I have tasted from Ryan Deovlet. It emerges from three blocks on the property. Red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal and spice all build in a... more

Planted in 1971, Sanford & Benedict is the most storied vineyard we work with.... Planted in 1971, Sanford & Benedict is the most storied vineyard we work with. Its unique combination of rocky soils and cool climate makes dark and brooding wines that still have elegance and minerality. From a site on the other (southern) side of the... more

Made with to same exacting quality standards and philosophy as the Chardonnays... Made with to same exacting quality standards and philosophy as the Chardonnays, albeit in much smaller quantities, the SBC Pinot Noir was sourced from top-notch vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills: Spear, La Rinconada, Solomon Hills, Sanford & Benedict,... more

So much wild black fruit. Plum and blackberry. High toned and pure. Tons of fl... So much wild black fruit. Plum and blackberry. High toned and pure. Tons of flesh, but also so muscular. Smokey and resinous with air. Hints of black licorice, mint, dried sage and even dried chorizo. Texturally fascinating wine. A statuesque wine full... more

Aromatically this wine is red fruit-driven, with spiced cherries and rhubarb. ... Aromatically this wine is red fruit-driven, with spiced cherries and rhubarb. On the palate, this wine follows those red fruit flavors, as well as notes of ginger root, strawberries, and a youthful kick of acidity. The 2021 Pinot Noir Sanford &... more

Gorgeous, bright aromas of fresh cherry, alpine strawberries, spice cake, whit... Gorgeous, bright aromas of fresh cherry, alpine strawberries, spice cake, white pepper, and roses. The very seductive aromas inform the palate which is supple, serious, and wonderfully fresh. The 2019 will pair better with heartier, more savory fare... more

The 2017 La Rinconada Pinot Noir offers very distinct aromas of rosewater, cin... The 2017 La Rinconada Pinot Noir offers very distinct aromas of rosewater, cinnamon, and dark fruits. It is a subtle, complete, and suave wine. The fine tannins play well with the richness of the \vintage. This wine was aged in French casks for 14... more

The 2018 Sanford & Benedict Pinot Noir is bright, beautifully layered, and nua... The 2018 Sanford & Benedict Pinot Noir is bright, beautifully layered, and nuanced. Crushed flowers, pipe tobacco, pomegranate, raspberry, and cinnamon all grace this sensual wine. The palate delivers earthy, spicy red berry flavors with a suave... more

Exotic, vibrant red fruits and dried flower aromas. Vivid and very attractive ... Exotic, vibrant red fruits and dried flower aromas. Vivid and very attractive flavors. Although charming now, it will continue to improve over the couple of several years. Fresh mulberry and cherry fruit brings nice lift, with light iris and rose petal... more

The 2018 La Rinconada Vineyard Pinot Noir is a wine of tremendous depth. Black... The 2018 La Rinconada Vineyard Pinot Noir is a wine of tremendous depth. Black tea, leather, fennel, and raspberries all jump out of the glass. The 2018 is deep, rich and suave with great length. This wine is delicious now yet has the balance and... more

The Pinot Noir is sourced from the most unique terroir of the Sta. Rita Hills,... The Pinot Noir is sourced from the most unique terroir of the Sta. Rita Hills, the North-facing slope of the Santa Rosa road corridor. This hallowed ground, from west to east, includes some of the most important vineyards of the appellation: Radian,... more

Very light colored in the glass, this bottling by a legendary producer from th... Very light colored in the glass, this bottling by a legendary producer from the region's most important vineyard begins with aromas of crisp raspberry, pomegranate and rose petals on the delicate yet inviting nose. The palate is energized with fresh... more