"From two parcels in the plantings to the western end of Santa Rosa Road, both north-facing, the first sits atop the vineyard looking out over the Sta Rita Hills on very rocky soils, in an extremely exposed and windy perch. The second, a little lower and with more soil, sits just to the east and is protected by the hilltop where the other piece sits. Both blocks are on shallow clay loam mixed with fractured shale, sandstone and pockets of diatomaceous earth, creating a rocky, well-drained profile. 322 cases produced. Luxurious and concentrated on the palate. Reminiscent of Puligny [Montrachet]. Really savoury, with definite potential for greater development. Long. (Drink between 2027-2033)" Jancis Robinson 17.5/20 JR

"Debut vintage of wine from the Racines founders’ own 23-acre vineyard planted in 2020 in fractured limestone and calcareous clay loam under the guidance of French geologist Yves Hérody. Ranging from 540 to 850 feet in elevation, the hillside is planted to 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir. Spontaneous fermentation in a combination of 500-litre puncheons and 228-litre Damy barriques, resulting in about 25% new oak. After just under a year in barrel, the wine and all the lees were moved to tank for an additional seven months of cellaring. 390 cases produced. Very dense and concentrated with more stony than fruit character. (Drink between 2026-2032)" Jancis Robinson 16.5/20 JR

"Debut vintage from this estate vineyard planted in 2020. Made like the Sta Rita Hills Cuvée Pinot Noir 2023 but with 20% new French oak and aged for 19 months. 390 cases produced. A mite darker than the Sta Rita Hills Cuvée 2023. And much richer, more intense fruit. Ferny nose and very attractive fruit/acid balance on the palate with an appetisingly dry finish. Tastes like a distinct step up that’s worth more than $5 extra per bottle. (Drink between 2025-2031)" Jancis Robinson 17/20 JR

"From the upper plantings of the La Rinconada vineyard, neighbouring Sanford & Benedict vineyard, consisting of deep, dark, rocky soils, Elder clay loam over weathered shale. This is a selection of Mt Eden cuttings that Richard Sanford brought down from northern California. In the cellar, three-quarters whole-cluster spontaneous fermentation managed with a combination of foulage and pigeage before being put to 228-litre barriques (25% new) for 19 months before bottling. 333 cases produced. Pale blueish garnet; a little darker than the Sanford & Benedict 2023 bottling. Rich nose. Rich palate entry. Herbal nose again. Complex wine with real life and energy. Really rather scrumptious. (Drink between 2026-2037)" Jancis Robinson 17.5/20JR

"This is the best American sparkling wine I've ever tasted. This Grand Reserve Chardonnay made from the cool Sta Rita Hills is crafted with a Champagne pedigree, and it shows. This Blanc de Blancs from across renowned Sta Rita Hills vineyards has undeniable Old World charm and sophistication. The aromatics boast ample toasted biscuit notes and great yeasty complexity from the 30 months on lees. The palate has a fantastic depth of fruit, spiced pear, cardamom, nutmeg and bruised apples. There is a subtlety of savoury biscuits and hints of almond cream. Elegant, yet bold and wildly delicious." - Decanter 96DE

"The 2023 Saint-Aubin En Remilly 1er Cru has an attractive bouquet of crushed stone and sea spray that translates its terroir with aplomb. The palate is well defined with crisp acidity, a pleasant twist of sour lemon, fine weight and good length. It is perhaps not quite as complex as the best En Remilly this vintage but a "delicious drop" (as they say). (Drink between 2026-2042)" -Vinous, 91-93VM

"Lighter purple, a more herbaceous nose but in a pleasing way, 100% whole bunch. Savoury strawberry with some herbs, good acidity and fine length." -Jasper Morris, 90-92JM

"The Sainte Rose Cuvée is named after Santa Rosa Road, where the fruit is sourced from Sanford & Benedict, La Rinconada, and Rancho La Viña vineyards. Deep ruby in colour with a clear rim, the blend’s multi-vineyard origins lend a tea-like tannin structure that enhances the wine’s deep floral character. Aromas of rose red petals carry through to a palate layered with red berries, toasted cedar, and a hint of rosemary. While the wine is driven by primary flavour characteristics now, ageing the wine for 1-3 years will enhance dried fruit and floral character. (Drink between 2025-2030)" -Decanter, 93DE

"This Chardonnay comes from two north-facing parcels from the prestigious Bentrock Vineyard on the west side of Santa Rosa Road. Partially diatomaceous earth and mix of sediment and clay on rolling slopes between 400-500 feet in elevation. A dazzling Chardonnay with a gorgeous balance of pure fruit and minerality. Lemon verbena aromatics mingle with crushed sea shells and salted lemon wedges. The palate shows a lively verve with precise concentration. Lemon pulp, a note of creamy lemon meringue, this wine spends 18 months or so on lees and dials in the texture brilliantly. Reductive winemaking keeps it fresh and pulsating with seaspray minerality into the finish. (Drink between 2024-2040)" Decanter 97DE

"The 2021 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills Cuvée is dense, plush and explosive. The purity of the flavors is just remarkable. Bright red cherry/plum fruit, spice, cedar, new leather and spice infuse the 2021 with tons of nuance. This is a fabulous appellation-level wine. (Drink between 2024-2033)" Vinous 92VM