{"product_id":"sanford-sta-rita-hills-pinot-noir-2023-750-ml","title":"Sanford Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pipWineNotes\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eTasting Notes For Sanford Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2023\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSanford Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2023 is a stunning expression of the region's terroir, showcasing the unique characteristics of the two estate vineyards. On the nose, this wine opens with a bouquet of red fruits and baking spices, including ripe raspberry, cherry, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The palate is equally impressive, with flavors of black cherry, pomegranate, and a hint of earthiness that adds complexity to the wine. The supple tannins and fresh acidity make for a beautifully balanced wine that is easy to drink now, yet promises to age gracefully over the years to come.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted by Sanford Winery, a pioneer in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation, this Pinot Noir is a true reflection of the winery's dedication to sustainable farming practices and minimal intervention winemaking. The grapes were carefully handpicked and sorted before undergoing fermentation with native yeasts. The wine was then aged in French oak barrels for 10 months, adding a subtle layer of toasty vanilla and spice notes that complement the fruit-driven flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eCritic Ratings\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_authorName\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_authorName\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_authorName\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Rated 93:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is youthfully coiled up, with bright acidity holding the succulent core of kirsch, cherry and mulberry fruit in check right now. Lovely black tea, warm slate and iris accents peek in on the finish, which offers tension and length. Best from 2027 through 2035.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_authorName\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Rated 92:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant, balanced and appetizing, offering the classic red cherry, black tea and savory, leafy character of the grape variety on a good, tangy texture. Light to medium in body, slightly tannic, which adds to the mouthfeel. Lingering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Rated 91:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills derives predominantly from Sanford \u0026amp; Benedict, with inclusions from La Rinconada, and was fermented with around one-third whole clusters. A red-fruited, perfumed bouquet with accents of underbrush introduces a poised and silky palate, followed by a lifted, vibrant finish that lingers with a subtle, chalky tannic grip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/buywinesonline.com\/collections\/sanford\"\u003eSanford\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca title=\"United States Wine Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/buywinesonline.com\/collections\/united-states-wine\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUnited States\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSta. 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