2024 WALT Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

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2024 WALT Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

Name: 2024 WALT Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
Brand: Walt Wines
SKU: 24WPN7SR
Price: 50.00 USD
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Wine Enthusiast, Matt KettmannEditors' Choice
This more affordable appellation cuvée offers just as much impact as many of the single-vineyard expressions. Lush and lovely aromas of violet, acai and black currant are both bold and juicy on the nose. Rich and ripe flavors of acai and blueberry are leveled by great acidic anergy and a compelling tension.

Tasting notes

The 2024 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir showcases lifted, ripe fruit flavors of cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate, accented by candied floral notes that add aromatic brightness. The palate is lively and fresh, delivering concentrated fruit framed by the region’s hallmark salinity. Fine-grained tannins carry through the mouthwatering finish, delivering energy, purity, and balance.

Cherry
Raspberry
Pomegranate
Floral Notes

Map showcasing the Central Coast Appellation of California

Vineyard notes

Central Coast AVA

Roughly 250 miles along the coastline of California from Santa Barbara County to San Francisco County.

Sta. Rita Hills

Follows a clearly defined maritime throat that ushers in the Pacific fog and constant cooling breezes.

Sandy Loam Soils

Cause vines to produce grapes with powerful varietal character.

Wine Facts

Our Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir is crafted from a blend of vineyards that express the unique character of this region. From rolling hills to high elevation sites, the vines are exposed to fog and cooling ocean breezes. The resulting wine is rich, spicy and bursting with concentrated flavors.

Bottle Size

750ml

Varietal Composition

100% Pinot Noir

Barrel Aging

10 Months in 30% New French Oak

Vineyard Designation

Clos Pepe and La Encantada

Appellation

Sta. Rita Hills and Santa Barbara County

Vintage Notes

The 2024 vintage began with much needed winter rainfall that revitalized the soil and set the stage for healthy vine growth, and a balanced crop. Summer was marked by mostly moderate temperatures with a brief burst of warmth around Labor Day, where well-developed canopies shielded the fruit from excess heat. As harvest approached, mild daytime temperatures and cool nights arrived, allowing for steady ripening into September. The resulting wines showcase beautiful color and depth, with precise acidity, rich texture, and concentrated flavors.