Red

Pinot Noir

Dragonette

Sta. Rita Hills · Central Coast · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Pinot Noir
Country
United States
Region
Sta. Rita Hills · Central Coast
Appellation
Sta. Rita Hills
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

duck · lamb · mushroom risotto · grilled salmon

Rated vintages

  • 201492 pts

    There's a slight bit of pleasant funk to the nose of this appellation blend, as well as graphite, sour cherry, soy and shiitake mushroom aromas. The palate is wound around tight acidity, with wild raspberry flavors lifted by incense and pine forest elements.

  • 201292 pts

    There is a deeply sanguine sense to the nose of this appellation blend by the Buellton-based winery, with bloody meats and graphite giving way to ripe raspberry fruit, brown spices and chopped herbs. It's very spicy once sipped, with black pepper, mocha and red fruits upholding…

  • 201188 pts

    Shows the bright acidity and pure fruit of the Santa Rita Hills, with lots of cherry pulp and bitter skin, red licorice and raspberry flavors. It's also moderate in alcohol. There's a troubling note of unripeness that may limit ageability, so drink up.