Product Description
The 2022 “Southing” is a graceful yet expressive estate-Pinot Noir that strikes a compelling balance between finesse and depth. Elegant fruit, lifted aromatics, and refined tannins make it an excellent choice for both near-term enjoyment and cellar aging.
Origins & Craftsmanship
This wine is crafted exclusively from the vineyard estate of Sea Smoke Cellars in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA on California’s Central Coast. It is 100% Pinot Noir grown on cool-climate blocks, benefiting from coastal breezes, well-drained soils, and rigorous canopy management to ensure concentration and purity. The 2022 vintage was harvested by hand and underwent a cold-soak period followed by 14–18 days of open-top barrel fermentations and gentle maceration. After pressing at very low pressure to minimise bitterness, the wine was aged in French oak barrels (approximately 42% new) for about 16 months before bottling without fining or filtration. The final alcohol content is 14.7% ABV.
Tasting Profile
Nose: A beautiful bouquet of fresh currant, strawberry, and rose petal opens the glass, followed by touches of dried cherry, fennel, clove and nutmeg. There’s a definite sense of slate-dust minerality and coastal lift in the background.
Palate: The entry is lush but taut—ruby and darker red fruits dominate (Rainier cherry, cranberry, tart raspberry), balanced by cool-climate acidity and refined tannins. Mid-palate spice (clove, white pepper) and subtle forest floor or underbrush accent deepen the profile.
Finish: The wine finishes with elegance—fine, persistent tannins frame lingering red-fruit echoes and a dry mineral thread. The acidity and structure give the finish a clean lift that holds beyond the fruit.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2022 |
| ABV | 14.7 % |
| Region / Appellation | Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, CA |
| Varietal | 100% Pinot Noir |
| Vinification / Aging | Estate grown; cold-soak; open-top ferment; French oak (~42 % new) ≈16 months; un-fined & un-filtered |
| Aromas & Flavors | Currant, strawberry, rose, dried cherry, clove, nutmeg, building minerality |
| Style / Identity | Elegant coastal Pinot with structure, finesse & age-potential |
Product Details
Price History
Historical Data
Last 1 days of price history
| Date | Low Price | High Price | Average Price | Vendors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2026 | $115.00 | $115.00 | $115.00 | 1 |
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Description
The 2022 “Southing” is a graceful yet expressive estate-Pinot Noir that strikes a compelling balance between finesse and depth. Elegant fruit, lifted aromatics, and refined tannins make it an excellent choice for both near-term enjoyment and cellar aging. Origins & Craftsmanship This wine is crafted exclusively from the vineyard estate of Sea Smoke Cellars in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA on California’s Central Coast. It is 100% Pinot Noir grown on cool-climate blocks, benefiting from coastal breezes, well-drained soils, and rigorous canopy management to ensure concentration and purity. The 2022 vintage was harvested by hand and underwent a cold-soak period followed by 14–18 days of open-top barrel fermentations and gentle maceration. After pressing at very low pressure to minimise bitterness, the wine was aged in French oak barrels (approximately 42% new) for about 16 months before bottling without fining or filtration. The final alcohol content is 14.7% ABV. Tasting Profile Nose: A beautiful bouquet of fresh currant, strawberry, and rose petal opens the glass, followed by touches of dried cherry, fennel, clove and nutmeg. There’s a definite sense of slate-dust minerality and coastal lift in the background.Palate: The entry is lush but taut—ruby and darker red fruits dominate (Rainier cherry, cranberry, tart raspberry), balanced by cool-climate acidity and refined tannins. Mid-palate spice (clove, white pepper) and subtle forest floor or underbrush accent deepen the profile.Finish: The wine finishes with elegance—fine, persistent tannins frame lingering red-fruit echoes and a dry mineral thread. The acidity and structure give the finish a clean lift that holds beyond the fruit. Quick Overview Specification Details Vintage 2022 ABV 14.7 % Region / Appellation Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, CA Varietal 100% Pinot Noir Vinification / Aging Estate grown; cold-soak; open-top ferment; French oak (~42 % new) ≈16 months; un-fined & un-filtered Aromas & Flavors Currant, strawberry, rose, dried cherry, clove, nutmeg, building minerality Style / Identity Elegant coastal Pinot with structure, finesse & age-potential
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