Tasting Notes
Appearance
Medium ruby with a translucent, clear rim.
Nose
Wild strawberry, red cherry, and raspberry lead, with notes of dried rose petals, forest floor, and a hint of iron mineral.
Palate
Medium-bodied with silky, fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity. The palate is precise and layered, with red fruit, earth, and mineral notes that build to a long, elegant finish.
Finish
Long and mineral, with lingering notes of red fruit and forest floor.
Food Pairings
Critical Acclaim
Wine Spectator
Wine Advocate
Production Details
Vineyard Source
Sweeney Canyon Vineyard, Sta. Rita Hills AVA
Aging
12 months in French oak (35% new)
Winemaking
Aged 12 months in French oak, approximately 35% new. Unfined and unfiltered.
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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
60–65°F (16–18°C)
Decanting
Decant 30–60 minutes before serving to allow the wine to open up.
Bottle Size
750ml
Alcohol
13.2%