2020 Sea Smoke Pinot Noir "Southing"
"Black cherry and mulberry flavours etched with whispers of char and anise extend from nose to finish in this opulent yet elegantly finessed wine. It's powerfully concentrated in fruit but shaded with dusty, earthen tones of baked clay and granite. The palate is luxurious and creamy with a finish fringed with fine-grained, charry tannins. Ready now but should hold further. (Drink between 2024-2036)" Decanter, 96DE
The only 'cult' Pinot Noir and Chardonnay producer in the Central Coast, Sea Smoke focuses on the meticulous management of each vine to achieve ideal vine balance and very low yields, while incorporating sustainable, environmentally sound, organic and biodynamic farming practices. Ten different clones of Pinot Noir create wines of exceptional complexity and grace – each one, they believe, a reflection of the unique terroir of their estate vineyard.
Vintage | 2020 |
Varietal | Pinot Noir |
Appellation | Sta. Rita Hills |
Vineyard | Sea Smoke |
Aging | 16 months 30% new French Oak |
Alcohol | 14.50% |
Volume | 750 ml |