459 Pinot Noir

2022 Sta. Rita Hills

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blueberry, earth, red plum, spice

This bottling is comprised of clone 459 pinot noir from our Machado vineyard in Sta. Rita Hills. 459 exhibits a deep, and carnal expression of fruit with balanced spice. 15 acre parcel on the Machado family land is located adjacent to Clos Pepe and immediately behind the Kessler-Haak vineyard. The site is marked by a gorgeous rolling terrain with sandy clay loam soils.

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96 points

Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast Magazine,

Jul 2024

96 points

Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com,

Aug 2024

95 points

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator,

May 2024

Flavors

Blueberry
Earth
Red Plum

Aromas

Spice

Winemaking

Only neutral Sirugue barrels are used for 12-18mos. We strive for whole cluster fermentation. We farm with a focus of ripening the stems alongside the fruit, allowing the cluster to be in harmony. Working with the stems allows for wines that are structured, earthy and balanced with our beautiful SRH fruit. We often use the analogy of roasting fish or meat on the bone, the bone offers complex flavors very different than taking it off of the bone to cook it. All of the single vineyard wines are produced with the intention of aging and cellaring for at least 10 years and can easily be enjoyed after 15 years.

Vineyard

At Machado, the majority of the planting is dedicated to pinot noir with equal amounts of such selections as Pommard, Merry Edwards, Mount Eden and 459. In addition to pinot noir, we also planted a small, two-acre plot in the sandiest portion of the field to the Sweeney Canyon selection of chardonnay.

SUSTAINABILITY

Certified California Sustainable Winery