2019 Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir

It is said that top quality Pinot Noir only grows in special pockets of the earth where the soil and climate coax magic from this delicate grape. The Santa Cruz Mountains contains such a place and this hillside vineyard garners top awards each year.

This is our favorite Thanksgiving wine, and makes a sublime pairing with turkey and cranberry sauce, but that doesn't stop us from enjoing it on sunny afternoons year round!

WINEMAKER'S TASTING NOTES:

The 2019 Pinot Noir from Santa Cruz opens with a delicate yet vibrant bouquet of fresh cranberry and bright orange peel, offering an enticingly aromatic start. These lively fruit notes are complemented by a hint of baking spice, adding a subtle warmth and complexity to the nose. On the palate, the wine is elegant and well-balanced, with flavors of cherry and cranberry that evolve into a soft, layered texture. The baking spice continues to weave through the fruit, enhancing the wine’s depth without overpowering its finesse. The finish is smooth and refined, with lingering notes of cherry and a touch of spice, making this Pinot Noir a perfect reflection of the Santa Cruz terroir.