2021 Royal Prince Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills
“So ethereal as to cushion the palate, with flavors of strawberries pulled from sweet soil. Cinnamon and a tickle of white pepper accents this delicate soul, delivered with focused acidity." -Tasting Panel, 94TP
"Light ruby-hued, the 2021 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills offers a solid mix of savory cherry, framboise, and red currant-like fruit as well as some loamy earth, rose, and orange blossom-like nuances. Playing in the medium-bodied, mid-weight, yet elegant and seamless end of the spectrum, it's perfect for enjoying over the coming 4-6 years or so." -Jeb Dunnuck, 92JD
Maayan Koschitzky is Director of Winemaking at Atelier Melka, with a long list of formidable clients past and present. Today he is one of the most admired and respected winemakers in the industry, founding partner of his own label, La Pelle Wines, and consults for over 30 more wineries as part of his role as Partner / Director of Winemaking at Atelier Melka.
