93 Points -
"The deep red 2022 Pinot Noir Truly Rita comes from the more southerly area of Santa Barbara and is ripe with aromas of black cherries, wild herbs, gravelly earth, and toasted spices. Medium-bodied, it has a plush, mineral-rich texture, with light, gamey richness, ripe tannins, and a clean finish. Drink it over the next 6-8 years." —Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com, July 2024
Tasting Notes
Aromas of wild cherry, crushed violets and a Rooibos tea-like note of earth and spice, complement the notes of salinity and ripe cherry. With polished tannin and a lengthy finish, this very elegant wine shows the beauty of Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir.
Historic Acclaim
2021: 94 points, Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com, July 2023
2019: 94 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, January 2023
2018: 93 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, Jan 2021
2018: 92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, August 2020
2017: 95 points, Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com, June 2020
2017: 93 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, Feb 2020
2016: 94 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2019
2016: 93 Points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, Feb 2019
Vineyard & Vintage Character
Fruit for our Truly Rita Pinot Noir comes from the well-respected Dierberg – Drum Canyon site. This vineyard is on a steep slope facing the Pacific Ocean and is influenced by the cool ocean breezes every day. Our blocks are planted to three selections: Swan, Calera, and Dijon 115. The well-drained and calcium-rich soils, combined with the cool climate produces a wine that is very graceful but with powerful underlying texture.
Wine Details
Oak: 100% French oak, 33% new
Time in oak: 16 months
Alcohol: 14.1%
TA: 5.9 g/L
pH: 3.56
Cases produced: 212
No fining or filtration