A light shade in the glass, this county cuvée offers strawberry, red plum and graham cracker aromas alongside a rusty minerality. The palate is both zippy and ripe, with cherry flavors that are cut by a fiery acidity.

The 2022 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County) is a gorgeous appellation-level wine. Dried flowers, mint, herbs, anise and orange pel give the 2022 lovely aromatic presence. Pretty savory notes reappear on the finish, adding lift. This ethereal, lifted Pinot is a real charmer.