🏰 The 2022 Sea Smoke 'Ten' Pinot Noir from Sta. Rita Hills is a highly acclaimed and powerful expression of Pinot Noir, showcasing the estate's unique terroir. The name 'Ten' refers to the ten diverse Pinot Noir clonal selections planted across the estate, all vinified separately and then carefully blended. Sea Smoke is renowned for its world-class vineyard, often cloaked in cooling fog from the Pacific Ocean, and its meticulous organic and biodynamic farming practices. The 2022 vintage is described as a stunning effort, already beautifully evolved, with plenty of powerful fruit and intensity, yet retaining Sea Smoke's characteristic purity, lift, and aging potential. 【Cult status due to meticulous farming and unique terroir】 Tasting notes reveal an opulent and brooding wine with aromas of black cherry, tuberose, fig, spice, black plums, frankincense, exotic smoky notes of violets, and rose petals. The palate is fleshy and layered with black fruits, rich baking spice, and Madagascar vanilla, leading to a long, velvety finish with sweet berries, cherries, and Christmas spice. It exhibits firm, mature tannins, indicating its ageability. 🍴 This powerful and intense Pinot Noir pairs exceptionally well with rich dishes. Consider roasted duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, or even a hearty beef bourguignon. Its spice notes would also complement dishes with a touch of exotic seasoning. 🥂 The 2022 Sea Smoke 'Ten' Pinot Noir is perfect for a special occasion, a celebratory dinner, or for collectors looking to add a highly-rated, age-worthy California Pinot Noir to their cellar. It's also an excellent choice for a luxurious evening with friends who appreciate fine wine.