2015 Vista Al Rio Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills 1.5L
THE STORY
The “Vista al Rio” is from a north-west facing hillside block of our La Rinconada Vineyard overlooking the Santa Ynez River. This block is planted to clone 667 in well drained, rocky clay loam soil derived from weathered shale. 2015 marks the 10th anniversary of this powerful single block wine.
PROFILE & WINEMAKING
True to its pedigree, the 2015 Vista al Rio is an intensely vibrant wine, with a mix of spicy red and black fruits. Hints of white pepper and sage complement the bright fruit notes. The palate is full and balanced with lovely acidity and a tannin structure that will allow for long term aging. Meticulously farmed and gently handled in the cellar using classic Burgundian techniques, this captures the terroir of this superb block.