The 2021 Patiné Sangiacomo Green Acres Wente clone Chardonnay was fermented in 100% stainless steel creating a pure expression of this noble varietal. The aromatics are pure crystalized Chardonnay fruit that is more chiseled than its oaked counterparts giving off notes of lemongrass, star fruit and dried almonds. The palate is precise and mixed with a distinct cool climate minerality that zips verses coats the palate. In the finish, there is an eerily similarity to hardonnay's grown in the chalky soils of the French regions of Chablis and Meursault.
- Mike Smith

Sonoma Coast

62 Cases

100% Stainless Steel

Chardonnay

Ruby/plum in color flowing to the rim, wild aromas of mulled red and dark fruits, mulled spice and fresh cut hay are effusive and forever expanding with this wine. Scents of game and spring flowers combine to create an amazing ride for the senses. While at first this wine does not appear to be full bodied, the ever-expanding range of flavors and persistent mouthfeel seems to last for minutes on the palate. The finish is perfectly balanced and integrated with the acidity. This wine incorporates everything one would want in a Pinot Noir. At an elevation of 300-800 feet above sea level, Gap’s Crown sits in the heart of the Sonoma Coast AVA. This is an extremely rocky, well-draining site with northwestern exposure, which consistently produces powerful, concentrated Pinot Noirs in a New World-style. Its proximity to the Petaluma Gap, from which its name is derived, effectively moderates temperature during warm spells in the summer and fall that enables the crop to hang into late September and October in most vintages. - Mike Smith

Petaluma Gap AVA (Sonoma County)

119 Cases

50% French New Oak

Pinot Noir

Light ruby in the glass that is translucent to the rim can trick you into thinking that this is a lighter wine. Red and blue fruits along with a slight game note is well perfumed and combined with floral notes that evoke a sense of place. On the palate the wine is sappy, persistent and wraps the palate with dense but light red raspberry and cherry notes along with the lingering minerality note while maintaining great freshness and balance. Block 14 comprised of Dijon clone 777 contributes the darker notes to this wine. Block 3 comprised of all clone 828 nicely frames in this wine with all of its tension and verve. Sun Chase Vineyard is situated on the Southeastern edge of the Sonoma Coast appellation at 800 ft elevation. Considered one of the top five vineyards in Sonoma County, Sun Chase consistently produces wines of great depth and complexity. The rocky hillside soils of this hillside gem are derived from volcanic parent material known as basalt which has a low concentration of magnesium but very rich in minerals which is ideal for cultivating premium Pinot Noir grapes. - Mike Smith

Petaluma Gap AVA (Sonoma County)

97 Cases

50% French New Oak

Pinot Noir

Ruby in color with an almost opaque edge screams excitement. Mulled cherry, violets and orange peel aromas are combined with earthy scents and a touch of red spiced fruits which are effusive and persistent. This wine is rich and full with a beautiful mouthfeel and texture. The mid palate is awash with supple fruit overtones across the spectrum ranging from light to dark fruits. It has an elegant but engaging texture and perfectly integrated oak undertones that add complexity without covering the voluptuous fruit this vineyard is known for. Amazingly it finishes with a blast of deep cherry and sassafras. Nestled up against the bench-land hills, the Soberanes Vineyard is located in the heart of the Santa Lucia Highlands. This family owned vineyard has perfect drainage and abundant filtered sunshine that allows these grapes to ripen perfectly and evenly throughout the growing season. Managed primarily by the Pisoni Family, the utmost in care and attention to detail shows in every cluster of this vineyard. - Mike Smith

Santa Lucia Highlands AVA (Monterey County)

47 Cases

50% French New Oak

Pinot Noir

A beautiful culmination taking the best of the Petaluma Gap where the vineyards we source from rest above and below the fog line. The color of this wine is pure ruby red that hints of cherry. The wine may seem lighter upon first taste but it has a great mid palate structure which will quickly reveal itself. Notes of blue fruit swirl on the palette while the minerality is realized on a balanced finished with hints of spice. The nose of this wine evolves with aromas of currants. The darker fruit will “come of age” giving it a layered and long finish which is so characteristic of a Mike Smith Pinot Noir.

Petaluma Gap

120 Cases

50% French New Oak

Pinot Noir