Region: Santa Rita Hills, California

Vintage: 2022

Composition: 100% Pinot Noir

History: Founded in 1996, Brewer-Clifton wines are a reflection of the geographic, geologic and climatic uniqueness of California’s Sta. Rita Hills appellation in Santa Barbara County. Founder and Winemaker Greg Brewer has spent the entirety of his three-decade career dedicated to crafting cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from this finite stretch of land.

Tasting Notes:

It starts off trim and focused, and then the fruit picks up speed and expands, with a burst of spicy raspberry, cool earth, wilted rose, and black licorice. The texture softens, but this is appealing for the lively personality and fine-grained tannins.

Acclamation: 90 Pts Robert Parker