Description
This Pinot Noir is a blend of multiple clones and vineyards around the Santa Rita Hills appellation of Santa Barbara. The clones used are 115, 667, 777, and Pommard. All the vineyards are sustainably farmed, hand-harvested, and one of them (Duvarita) is certified biodynamic. Each clone is harvested separately and fermented in small batches. Winemaker Graham Tatomer is a fan of whole-cluster fermentation due to the aromatic lift and pallet feel it gives, so about 50% of the wine was fermented this way. All lots were aged for 12 months in neutral French oak, bottled unfined and unfiltered.
