Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir 2023, Santa Barbara County, California

After 41 years of producing this wine, it is safe to say our County Pinot Noir is an
Au Bon Climat classic. The goal is always to produce a balanced Burgundian-style
Pinot Noir that does not sacrifice quality for the sake of value. Our winemaking
approach has remained constant, always favoring handcrafted wines from small
plots treated with traditional techniques. The result is a fruit-forward Pinot with
both nuance and finesse– this wine consistently punches above its weight class.

Tasting Notes
This wine is a trademark of Pinot’s coming from Santa Barbara
County with classic fruit aromas followed by an earthy depth.
Aromas of red currant, blueberry, and blood orange greet the
nose, followed by subtle hints of bay leaf, white pepper, and wet
stone. The palate is well-balanced, with just the right amount
of tannin and acid, resulting in superb structure and a delightful
mouthfeel.

From The Winemaker
This wine is a handcrafted blend from premier vineyards in Santa Barbara County.
The majority of the blend comes from the Santa Maria Valley, featuring Bien
Nacido, North Canyon, and Rancho Real vineyards, with a small percentage sourced
from Kick On and Los Alamos Vineyard in the Los Alamos area. Our winemaking
process has remained consistent for 40 years, focusing on traditional, time-proven
techniques. We hand harvest, ferment in small lots, perform daily manual punch
downs, and age in François Frères French oak barrels for 8-12 months. This small
barrel aging imparts depth and complexity to our Pinot Noir.

Food Pairings
This wine lends itself to all kinds of food pairings, but matches best with easy-
going meat dishes. Try this Pinot Noir with tri-tip sandwiches and salsa, smash
burgers, or even a salad with strawberry and mint

$30.98

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