Man, we could figure that out for ourselves! The best info they offer is tasting notes that describe vanilla and hazelnut flavors. I am focusing on the growing region because as usual Trader Joe’s does not offer information about the Trader Joe’s Reserve Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir in 2020 which sold for $14.99. Trader Joe’s released a Platinum Reserve Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2020 Lot 229 is produced for TJ’s by Precision Wine Company which produces high-end wines along with private brands. Rita has an east/west orientation while all the rest of the California coastal growing regions are situated north/south. The area in Santa Barbara (100 miles north of Los Angeles) juts out into the Pacific Ocean giving it cool breezes on 3 sides. Rita Hills is one of the coolest climate growing areas in California and its ancient solid is unique to the region. Rita Hills because a large Chilean winery is already called Santa Rita so they changed the spelling to avoid confusion. If you're a Cab-lover, Stephanie should be next on your wish list.It is called the Sta. The Stephanie Cabernet has quietly become one of our top-selling Cabernets over the last 3 vintages for good reason: its got all the hallmarks of a "classic" California Cabernet: plenty of rich berry fruit and that dusty tannin not a wimpy Cab and not a giant fruit bomb. Very classic and noble wine, and one to cellar through at least 2027."īrix26 Inside Scoop: "Stephanie Cabernet comes from relative Napa Valley newcomer Hestan Vineyards, who are turning out some great high-end wines. Fruity, but not overly so, with the blackberries and black currants generously balanced by herbs, minerals and cedar. Feels balanced, harmonious, ageworthy, a wine without seams or faults. The vineyard is at 800 to 1000 feet elevation, with botella clay, limestone, diatomaceous earth, calcerous deposits and sandy loam soils.ĩ4 Points Brix26 : " Classic and harmonious, a very solid Napa 100% Cabernet that’s dry and firmly tannic in the mouth. Established in 1990 by Ron and Nancy Piazza, the vineyard is planted to a variety of own-rooted, organically and principally dry farmed, heritage Pinot Noir and Chardonnay clones. Mount Carmel Vineyard is located on a steep, south-facing cliff, north of the Santa Ynez River. Mount Carmel Vineyard is the exclusive purveyor to Mail Road Wines. Such a pleasure to drink over the next five years." Powerful fruit with a light touch and long lingering elegance. Powdery tannins slowly envelop the palate with a gentle coating. Blackberry, ripeblood orange, and black pepper. Winemaker Matt Dees: "Dark, sultry, and inviting. ![]() These are pure, crystalline, focused wines that still bring beautiful depth of fruit and concentration. Rita Hills.I was able to taste three wines from Mail Road, which continue to be made by Matt Dees. Despite the appellation label, the 2019 comes all from the Mt. It's another brilliant, beautifully balanced wine from this estate that will drink nicely for 7-8 years. ![]() Medium-bodied on the palate, it has nicely integrated acidity, ripe, polished tannins, and a great finish. ![]() Rita Hills is terrific, with a Volnay-like floral character as well as bright strawberry and blueberry fruits and spice nuances. This is a beautiful wine.ĩ3+ Jeb Dunnuck: "The Mail Road Pinot Noir Sta. Carmel’s unique terroir, this wine is everything we look for in a Sta. Winemaker Matt Dees (Jonata, The Hilt) is crafting some of the area's best winesĪ small portion (100 cases total) of Mail Road's remaining Estate barrels - the cream of the crop of the vintage’s declassified production - will henceforth be utilized for their newest bottling, Mail Road Pinot Noir Sta. Limited release of Santa Barbara's new Cult Pinot Noir.
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