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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

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

Bright, ruby red, the 2016 Sanford & Benedict Pinot Noir entices with aromas o... Bright, ruby red, the 2016 Sanford & Benedict Pinot Noir entices with aromas of brambly raspberry, dusty mocha, and brushy chaparral. The palate delivers earthy, spicy red berry flavors with a rich texture. The bright acidity and supple tannins give... 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

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

Dragonette Cellars seeks to identify exceptional vineyard sites and farming pa... Dragonette Cellars seeks to identify exceptional vineyard sites and farming partners in order to source and grow the finest fruit in Santa Barbara. Vineyard blocks are individually managed for appropriate canopy, proper yield, and ideal pick date. They... 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

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. The Sanford... 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

The 2017 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict is sensual, silky and impeccable in its... The 2017 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict is sensual, silky and impeccable in its balance. There is lovely nuance in the glass to match the wine's mid-weight, restrained personality. Sweet floral notes and purplish fruit linger in the glass. Commentary:... 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

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

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

An extraordinary source of California Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hil... An extraordinary source of California Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills is the coolest, westernmost sub-region of the larger Santa Ynez Valley appellation within Santa Barbara County. The climate of Sta. Rita Hills is a natural match for... more