Racines Wine 'Sainte Rose' Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills 2021
4.6
HK$620
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character The 2021 Sainte-Rose Pinot Noir from Racines, crafted in the Santa Rita Hills AVA, exemplifies the region’s signature elegance and vibrancy. The 2021 vintage in Santa Rita Hills was marked by a cool, even growing season with persistent coastal fog and gentle sunshine, fostering grapes with lively acidity and refined aromatic complexity.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing Esteemed by critics, this Pinot Noir opens with captivating aromas of wild strawberry, ripe cherry, and rose petal, layered with subtle forest floor and baking spice nuances. On the palate, it reveals a silky, graceful texture, with bright red berry fruit, delicate earthiness, and a touch of minerality that extends into a long, polished finish. Exceptionally food-friendly, this wine pairs beautifully with roast duck breast, cedar-planked salmon, or a classic French Comté cheese, each dish complementing its nuanced flavors and poised structure.
Winery Background Racines is the result of a partnership between acclaimed winemakers Étienne de Montille of Burgundy and Rodolphe Péters of Champagne, who bring Old World expertise to the distinctive terroir of Santa Rita Hills. The estate is dedicated to expressing site character through organic farming, careful vineyard selection, and traditional Burgundian winemaking techniques such as whole cluster fermentation and gentle extraction. Their approach emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing the marine-influenced soils and cool climate to shape the wine’s identity. The Sainte-Rose Pinot Noir stands as a testament to Racines’ commitment to authenticity, bridging Burgundian tradition with the unique attributes of California’s coastal vineyards.