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2019 Stolpman Sun & Earth

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April 7, 2024 - $56

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RATINGS

96Wine Enthusiast

Intense aromas of dark berry, crumpled purple flowers, white pepper and complex meats converge on the nose...palate lands with a firm tannic edge, framing flavors of pepper, dried meat, lilac and lavender.

95The Wine Advocate

...features bright red and black cherries with accents of black licorice, citrus, flowers and earth. Medium-bodied and elegantly styled, it has a gentle chalkiness, integrated freshness and a long finish with spicy layers.

94+ Vinous / IWC

...silky, elegant and so polished. Sweet floral aromatics lead into red cherry/plum fruit, cedar, menthol, spice, sweet pipe tobacco and blood orange that start to come alive with a bit of aeration.

94Jeb Dunnuck

...sweet strawberry and blueberry fruit to go with beautiful peppery herbs, flowers, and spicy notes. This ripe, medium to full-bodied, round, and supple effort has tons of charm...

REGION

United States, California, Central Coast, Santa Barbara County, Ballard Canyon

Santa Barbara County is not an AVA, but a region just south of San Luis Obispo that includes the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Maria Valley appellations. Wine has been produced in the area since the 18th century when Spanish missionaries planted vineyards. It wasn’t until the 1990s, however, that producers focused on growing premier grapes for fine wines. During the 1990s more than 10,000 acres of vineyards were planted, and today there are nearly 20,000 acres of vineyards. The region received a big bump in recognition and prestige when the popular film “Sideways” was shot there in 2004. Because the region is affected by maritime weather, it is relatively cool climate makes it ideal for Chardonnay. Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and an increasingly adventuresome number of varietals are also grown successfully in Santa Barbara County.