About this product
Sea Smoke's flagship Pinot Noir — named for the ten Pinot Noir clones blended from across the estate's marine-influenced hillside. From diatomaceous earth and limestone soils, Ten shows Sta. Rita Hills at its most complex: deep translucent ruby with aromas of dark cherry, dried rose, iron ore, and Pacific sea salt. The palate achieves the rare balance of concentration and delicacy — full body with silky precision and a long mineral-edged finish that recalls the ocean's proximity.
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Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir's saline, mineral character and the Pacific Ocean's proximity create an extraordinary connection with local sea urchin — a Californian version of the Burgundy-seaurchin luxury tradition
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Cool-climate California Pinot Noir and duck — the West Coast's definitive red wine pairing; the wine's cherry concentration mirrors the cherry reduction while marine freshness cuts through the fat
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Sta. Rita Hills' most elegant Pinot can bridge with delicate, meaty halibut — the wine's precision doesn't overwhelm the fish while its earthiness integrates with the truffle
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