Tasting Notes
Appearance
Pale gold with green highlights.
Nose
Green apple, lemon zest, and white peach lead, with notes of toasted brioche, hazelnut, and a hint of flint.
Palate
Medium-bodied with a creamy texture and vibrant acidity. The palate is layered with citrus, stone fruit, and mineral notes, with a long, precise finish.
Finish
Long and mineral, with lingering notes of citrus and toasted oak.
Food Pairings
Critical Acclaim
Wine Spectator
James Suckling
Production Details
Vineyard Source
Estate and select Sta. Rita Hills vineyards
Aging
10 months in French oak (25% new)
Winemaking
Whole-cluster pressed, barrel fermented in French oak (25% new), aged 10 months on lees.
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About the Winery
Brewer-Clifton
Lompoc, Santa Barbara County
A benchmark producer of single-vineyard Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the cool Santa Rita Hills AVA.
Serving Guide
Serving Temperature
45–50°F (7–10°C)
Decanting
Serve directly from the refrigerator; no decanting needed.
Bottle Size
750ml
Alcohol
13.0%