The 2018 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir has a rich ruby color with aromas of raspberry and ripe cherry. Subtle notes of cedar are just behind the fruit. Medium-bodied and well-balanced, cherry pie and sweet tobacco leaf cross the palate for a smooth, lingering finish.
The 2019 Syrah is inky purple with aromas of blackberry, dried herbs, and white pepper. This wine has a deep richness nicely cut by its acidity. Full-bodied, with rich flavors of baked blueberries, spice and oak.
Aromas of black licorice, black pepper, cherry and baking spice. The entry is rich, full and scintillating. The palate is mouthwatering and smooth with a hint of chocolate. The finish is voluptuous with soft, velvety tannins.
This juicy, rich, and fruit forward clone is known for making a great stand-alone wine. Aromas of toasted vanilla bean and baked cherry pie. The palate is lively with ripe cherry, strawberry, and raspberry flavors. Medium-bodied with rich tannins, and a refreshingly clean acidity that contributes to a lengthy mouth-watering finish.
Our 2016 Pinot Noir opens with aromas of lavender, blueberry and dark cherry. On the palate, this wine is rich with flavors of ripe cherry, violet, lavender, white pepper, and freshly turned earth. The finish is lengthy and balanced.
91 pts. Gold - 2022 OC Wine Society
Gold - 2022 The Toast of the Coast
The 2019 SRH Pinot Noir is a deep ruby color. Delicate aromas of raspberries and violets combine with mild notes of cherry cola. Stewed Bing cherry, truffle and dried lavender complete the palate.
The 2018 Lafond Vineyard Pinot Noir is a deep ruby color with violet undertones. Aromas of ripe strawberry, smashed blue fruit, and mild cedar fill the glass. Delicate fruit flavors of strawberry and cherry are followed by rich earth tones of potting soil and mushrooms.
Best of Class of Appellation 96 points - 2022 CA State Fair Wine Competition
The 2018 Lafond Vineyard 777 Pinot Noir is a deep ruby color with crimson reflections. This wine has aromas of freshly picked raspberry, brandied cherry, and red licorice. Bright flavors of cranberry and cherry pie combine with savory black tea.
