Country: US / Estate Fe Ciega Vineyard
Variety: Pinot Noir California
Winery: Longoria / Sta. Rita Hills
Grown in Santa Barbara County pioneer Rick Longoria’s estate vineyard, this grabs attention with tobacco smoke and funky earth aromas. On the palate, the savory smells switch to bright acidity, with cranberry and barely ripe raspberry taking hold and evolving into a lasting finish. Stunning now, but it will emerge through 2019.