Sea Smoke – Southing Pinot Noir 2022

Description

Sea Smoke Southing Pinot Noir 2022 is the flagship expression from Sea Smoke Estate, crafted exclusively from their organically farmed vineyards in the heart of the Sta. Rita Hills appellation in Santa Barbara County. The name Southing refers to the south-facing exposures of the estates hillside blocks, which receive optimal sun and cooling Pacific breezes, creating the ideal balance of ripeness and freshness in the fruit.

The 2022 vintage was shaped by the estates signature combination of marine influence, fog, and low-yielding vines, producing Pinot Noir of purity and precision. Sea Smoke is renowned for its meticulous approach, with every vineyard block hand-tended, organically certified, and harvested at night to preserve delicate aromatics. Vinification takes place in small lots with minimal intervention, followed by aging in carefully selected French oak barrels.

Produced in limited quantities and highly sought after on release, Southing represents the essence of Sea Smokes vision: a Pinot Noir that embodies the Sta. Rita Hills terroir with elegance, structure, and longevity. Offered here as a pre-arrival, it reflects both rarity and collectability, making it a cornerstone for serious Pinot Noir enthusiasts and collectors of Californias finest wines.