Sea Smoke Southing Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2017 1.5L Rated 96WE

Wine Enthusiast Review
Rated 96
This monopole bottling from the coveted biodynamic vineyard begins with lush, intense and inviting aromas of dark boysenberry paste, wild mint, star anise and shaved nutmeg. The palate is bright with acidity yet redolent with dark-berry and black-currant flavors that give way to cola, mace and more exotic spices toward the finish.

Sea Smoke Southing Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2017 1.5L Magnum

A beautifully refined and age-worthy expression from one of California's most iconic Pinot Noir producers, Sea Smoke Southing 2017 in magnum format delivers purity, elegance, and the signature cool-climate intensity of the Sta. Rita Hills.
The larger 1.5L format enhances longevity and slow, graceful evolution, making this a collector's centerpiece.

Key Details

• Producer: Sea Smoke
• Region: Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, California
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
• Style: Cool-climate, elegant, age-worthy Pinot Noir
• Format: 1.5L Magnum
• ABV: ~14%

Tasting Notes

• Black cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate
• Hints of rose petal, forest floor, and subtle baking spice
• Silky, layered palate with refined tannins
• Long, elegant finish with mineral lift and cool-climate tension

Profile & Craft

• Estate-grown fruit from meticulously farmed hillside vineyards
• Fermented in small lots with gentle extraction
• Aged in French oak for depth, polish, and aromatic complexity
• Magnum format enhances aging potential and flavor development

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 55-60°F for optimal expression
• Pairs with duck, salmon, mushroom dishes, and soft cheeses
• Ideal for cellaring, special occasions, and collectors
• Magnum format offers extended aging potential of 10-20+ years