followed by bright citrus notes and a thread of white pepper

making it a strong value within the VSOP tier relative to comparably priced French and Armenian alternatives

McManis Family Vineyards was founded in 1990 in Lodi

white peach and lemon oil coat the palate with a silky weight that belies its precision

Finish: Long and scintillating

Sea Smoke Southing Pinot Noir 2023 aperitifs followed by bright citrus notesSea Smoke Southing Pinot Noir 2023 is a 750ml, 14. 3% ABV estate grown Pinot Noir from the Santa Rita Hills AVA in Santa Barbara County. The Southing bottling has earned 95 points from Wine Enthusiast and has been named among Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of the Year, placing it among California's most recognized Pinot Noirs. Quick Facts: ABV: 14. 3% Origin: Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, California Vintage: 2023 Winery: Sea Smoke Estate