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

Deep and steady, this powerful, full-bodied Pinot offers a red/blue color spectrum displaying aromas of dark red fruits, blackberries & spice. Boasting silky polished tannins, it emits a long balanced finish. Year after year, the coveted Gap’s Crown vineyard continues to yield grapes that embody both strength, concentration and elegance. Not typically known for overly expressive floral notes, the Gap’s Crown gives a “wink and a nod” to blue violets along with scents of ripe cherries. The creamy texture is highlighted by slight caramel and black tea on the mid palate, giving way to a sappy potent finish. Aged 10 months in 75% new French oak barrels. 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)

133 Cases

50% French New Oak

Pinot Noir

This wine is pure and expressive, standing as a medium bodied counterpart to our 100% Whole Cluster variation. The floral perfume of wild strawberries, wilted roses enhances it elegance, while other red fruits give it a beautiful ripe and creamy texture. Subtle spices and whispers of the forest floor interplay harmoniously with the prominent cherry and strawberry notes, culminating in a beautifully balanced finish that lingers indefinitely. Block 14 is comprised of Dijon clone 777 which contributes the darker notes in the wine. Block 3 is comprised of clone 828 and nicely frames this wine with tension and verve. Aged in 50% new French oak barrels for 10 months. 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)

74 Cases

50% French New Oak

Pinot Noir

Luminous rays of vibrant ruby red fill the glass while still boasting a beautiful translucency to the rim. The structure is more fresh and lighter in comparison to its Sun Chase portfolio counterpart. This wine is delicate, showcasing its fruit with an alluring hint of crushed herbs and a touch of exotic spice revealing its whole cluster personality. Aged in neutral French oak barrels for 10 months. This light and crisp wine coats the palate with notes of dark summer cherries, cola, and a zesty minerality allowing for a wonderful lingering finish that trails of red fruit and spice. The fruit comes through so brilliantly and pure that we decided to use no new oak on its elevage. Block 3 is comprised of clone 828 that is known to nicely frame a wine with 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)

49 Cases

100% Neutral French Oak

Pinot Noir

Up front and vibrant with a rich dark garnet red hue, this wine offers beautiful mouthfeel and texture. As with the previous vintages, it mingles the same savory earth notes, framboise style fruit and floral nuances that are very characteristic of the Santa Lucia Highlands region. Spring flower aromas give way to the abundant strawberry and red currant fruits that are precise and intense. Among the array of Pinot Noirs in the portfolio, Soberanes emerges as the epitome of spice, consistently displaying its lively character. A subtle interplay of forest floor undertones adds a layer of complexity to the mouth coating mid palate. Skillfully integrated oak contributes to a remarkable equilibrium, helping to achieve great balance and natural acidity. It initiates with a bold entry and gracefully transitions into a velvety finish. Aged 10 months in 65% new French oak barrels. 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)

57 Cases

50% French New Oak

Pinot Noir

Playing off our inaugural 2019 vintage, the blend is a combination of the Sun Chase & the Gap’s Crown vineyards. A blend that sets the bar for a quintessential appellation California Pinot Noir. Gap’s Crown powerful and feral qualities are married with Sun Chase’s vibrancy and purity to form a unique and captivating wine. Pure and driven aromas of red and dark fruits combine with a precise mid palate and lifted finish. The flavor profile of this wine evolves with every sip and may take you back to your youth when a nice cherry cola “hit the spot” and awakened your palate. It boasts pure fruit in both texture and taste. A small hint of wintergreen greets the nose, and a zest of white pepper lingers on the perfectly balanced finish. Don’t be fooled by its light red color, as the wine packs a punch and will continue to do so over the next 5-7 years. Aged in 35% new French oak barrels. Sun Chase Vineyard is situated on the Southeastern edge of the Sonoma Coast appellation at 800 ft elevation. Sitting above the fogline, the vineyard overlooks the coveted Gap’s Crown Vineyard. Fruit for this Sonoma Coast blend sources fruit from two of the top five vineyards in Sonoma County, Gap’s Crown Vineyard and Sun Chase Vineyard. - Mike Smith

Petaluma Gap

98 Cases

50% French New Oak

Pinot Noir