* 2006 Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara County

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Winemaking Notes
The majority of the fruit for this Pinot Noir originates from Babcock Vineyard, a long-time family property located in the cool, northwestern portion of the Santa Rita Hills appellation. The balance of the wine is from Rio Vista Vineyard, situated in the slightly warmer southeast corner of Santa Rita Hills.

Pinot Noir clusters for this wine were hand sorted before being de-stemmed and gravity fed to fermenters. The must was immediately chilled for a pre-fermentation cold soak where the most beneficial extraction of color, aroma and flavor occurs. During fermentation, concentration was enhanced by gently punching down the cap several times per day. The wine aged 10 months in French oak barrels with 33% new French oak.

Tasting Notes
This wine offers lush fruit aromas on the nose and velvety richness on the palate. Fragrances of sweet, dark cherry are accented by a touch of cinnamon and mocha. An opulent mid-palate features dark cherry flavors and subtle smokiness from well-integrated French oak expression. The wine finishes rich and elegant with a soft touch of tannins.