Sea Smoke Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills Sta. Rita Hills Southing (2008)
| Winery: | Sea Smoke Cellars |
| Region: | USA » California » Central Coast |
| Varietal: | Pinot Noir |
| Type: | Table Wines |
For years, vintners have coveted a stretch of land in the western end of Santa Barbara's Santa Rita Hills AVA known to have the perfect microclimate, soils, and exposure to grow world-class Pinot Noir. In 1999, fulfilling a long-held dream of owner Bob Davids, this sought-after stretch of land became Sea Smoke Vineyard. At Sea Smoke, we produce Pinot Noir grown exclusively on the south-facing hillsides of our estate vineyards. On summer evenings, the Santa Ynez River canyon funnels a cool maritime fog layer (sea "smoke") across our hillsides, slowing the ripening process and providing the extended maturation period essential to the development of top-quality Pinot Noir. Our shallow clay soils are planted to French clones on vigor-reducing rootstocks, resulting in fewer grape clusters of intense flavor, and our artisinal approach to winemaking results in wines that are a reflection of the unique land on which they are grown. We believe that Sea Smoke's rare geography and commitment Read more »
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Sea Smoke Cellars on SnoothFebruary 2013
Bountiful aroma engulfs the senses with ripe cherry. Definitely with years of aging this wine will evolve into a beautiful libation for the ages. A bright cherry zing on the back end provides and intensely desired second taste. Celebrating our new SUV purchase at Fratello Ristorante. Read More
December 2012
Very smooth, took about an hour our to open up but once it did, was fantastic Read More
December 2012
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September 2012
Dark, lush nose. Rich, layered, gorgeous red and black berry fruit. Complex and luscious. Elegantly structured. Truly remarkable wine.95 pts.9/2/12 at Los Olivos Tasting Room Read More
July 2012
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July 2012
Loved it! Drank w/ Jaffes, one of Eric's faves Read More
January 2012
delicious, will taste great with pasta Read More
December 2011
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December 2011
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August 2011
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May 29, 2011
The best Pinot...period! We discovered Sea Smoke a few years ago and immediately put ourselves on the "allocation" list. Love, love, love it! It truly doesn't get any better than this!
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