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So much wild black fruit. Plum and blackberry. High toned and pure. Tons of fl... So much wild black fruit. Plum and blackberry. High toned and pure. Tons of flesh, but also so muscular. Smokey and resinous with air. Hints of black licorice, mint, dried sage and even dried chorizo. Texturally fascinating wine. A statuesque wine full... more

Rich and beautifully focused from top to bottom. Deep, and vibrant red fruits ... Rich and beautifully focused from top to bottom. Deep, and vibrant red fruits and baking spices aromas inform the palate which is supple, serious, and wonderfully fresh. Although charming now, it will continue to improve over several years. Moving to... more

The 2017 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict is sensual, silky and impeccable in its... The 2017 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict is sensual, silky and impeccable in its balance. There is lovely nuance in the glass to match the wine's mid-weight, restrained personality. Sweet floral notes and purplish fruit linger in the glass. Commentary:... more

This famed vineyard resonates stunningly in this complex wine offering a brigh... This famed vineyard resonates stunningly in this complex wine offering a bright mélange of red and black fruit, Bing cherry, tart red raspberry, loganberry, and blackberry, with floral notes of lavender, violet, sage, and hints black tea and incense.... more

Planted in 1971, Sanford & Benedict is the most storied vineyard we work with.... Planted in 1971, Sanford & Benedict is the most storied vineyard we work with. Its unique combination of rocky soils and cool climate makes dark and brooding wines that still have elegance and minerality. From a site on the other (southern) side of the... more

Made with to same exacting quality standards and philosophy as the Chardonnays... Made with to same exacting quality standards and philosophy as the Chardonnays, albeit in much smaller quantities, the SBC Pinot Noir was sourced from top-notch vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills: Spear, La Rinconada, Solomon Hills, Sanford & Benedict,... more

The 2017 La Rinconada Pinot Noir offers very distinct aromas of rosewater, cin... The 2017 La Rinconada Pinot Noir offers very distinct aromas of rosewater, cinnamon, and dark fruits. It is a subtle, complete, and suave wine. The fine tannins play well with the richness of the \vintage. This wine was aged in French casks for 14... more

The 2021 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is expressive and dynamic. The... The 2021 Chardonnay Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is expressive and dynamic. The nose opens with saline and rocky tones but gains intensity and expression over time, revealing red apple, Meyer lemon, citrus blossom, beeswax and mushroom. The palate is... more

Aromatically this wine is red fruit-driven, with spiced cherries and rhubarb. ... Aromatically this wine is red fruit-driven, with spiced cherries and rhubarb. On the palate, this wine follows those red fruit flavors, as well as notes of ginger root, strawberries, and a youthful kick of acidity. The 2021 Pinot Noir Sanford &... more