This outstanding vintage Pinot Noir grows in the steep hillsides of the treasured Radian Vineyard in Santa Barbara County's cherished Sta. Rita Hills; the soil is almost all diatomaceous earth (fossilized diatoms). This ancient sea floor soil as a chalky minerality and striking natural acidity that is unmatched by most vineyard sites. Aromas of cherry, blackberry and violet open up to flavors of black cherries, pomegranate, chalk and gun powder. Only 75 cases were made so don't deny yourself a chance to enjoy this rarity.
100% French Oak (33% New)
Aged 18 months in barrel
100% Pinot Noir
Drink by: 5-20 years
Aromas
Cherry, blackberry, violet, wet stone, currant and white pepper.
Flavors
Black cherry, black pomegranate, chalk, gun powder, vanilla, cola, rhubarb.