Richard G. Peterson Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2024 Rated 96TWP

The Wine Palate Review
Rated 96
Light to medium ruby-purple in color, the 2024 Pinot Noir sails out of the glass with bright, breezy scents of pomegranate, kirsch, and juicy red currants, plus nuances of violets, underbrush, and dried Provence herbs. The medium to full-bodied palate delivers a crisp backbone with fine-grained texture to match the vibrant red berry flavors, finishing fragrant.

Richard G. Peterson Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2024

A precise, cool-climate Pinot Noir from one of California's most influential winemakers, the 2024 Richard G. Peterson Santa Lucia Highlands bottling showcases purity, structure, and the lifted aromatics that define this coastal AVA.
The vintage delivers clarity, tension, and expressive red fruit shaped by fog-laden mornings, ocean breezes, and meticulous craftsmanship.

Key Details

• Producer: Richard G. Peterson
• Region: Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
• Clone: 50% R-4 and 50% Wrotham
• ABV: 13.8%
• Style: Cool-climate, elegant, mineral-driven Pinot Noir

Tasting Notes

• Red cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate
• Rose petal, sage, and coastal herbs
• Crushed stone, subtle earth, and SLH salinity
• Fine tannins with a long, focused, vibrant finish

Profile & Craft

• Santa Lucia Highlands' cool winds and long growing season shape purity and tension
• Precision winemaking emphasizes clarity, aromatics, and site expression
• 2024 vintage shows lift, balance, and exceptional fruit definition
• A refined expression of Peterson's legacy in California wine

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 55-60°F; decant 20-30 minutes for full aromatic release
• Pairs with salmon, duck, mushroom dishes, and herb-roasted poultry
• Excellent for cool-climate Pinot collectors
• A standout example of SLH elegance and coastal precision