The Ojai Vineyard Santa Barbara Pinot Noir 2022 (750ml)

The heat and sunshine of the 2022 vintage lent a ripe and radiantly fruity profile. Lots of macerated berries and cherry, some hard candy. There’s great balance though—moderate alcohol, and plenty of acidity for us to lean on a hearty portion of whole-clusters. Those play up the spiced tea flavors, plus a hint of savory herbs and floral carbonic lift. It’s deliciously juicy without compromising on earthy intrigue, and a fine bite of salty tannin closes out the easy-going palate.

BLEND 100% Pinot Noir VINEYARDS 54% Kessler-Haak, 33% Presqu’ile, 13% Fe Ciega AVA Santa Barbara County ALCOHOL 13.0% VINIFICATION open top fermentation with 33% whole clusters BARREL AGING 9 months in neutral French oak barrels TOTAL PRODUCTION 623 Cases