2015 Tyler Winery "Sanford & Benedict" Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills, CaliforniaABOUT THIS WINE Sourced from the iconic Sanford & Benedict Vineyard in the heart of the Sta. Rita Hills, this Pinot Noir was hand harvested and fermented using native yeasts in small open top fermenters. After fermentation, it was aged in French oak barrels (about 30% of which were new) for 11 months, allowing the wine to develop its complex flavors while maintaining balance. The result is a wine that embodies the elegance and terroir of this renowned

making it a versatile choice for a wide range of food pairings or casual sipping

Roger Heucq modernised the business

these are the ideals of the Vajra family: Aldo and Milena

bringing out its color

the estate represents 13 hectares of vines spread over the largest terroirs of Morey-Saint-Denis

the estate focuses on crafting wines that reflect the unique terroirs of the region

Today our work not only carries on the tradition of our grandparents

Thirteen days of maceration with short daily pump-overs

The grapes for this Syrah were partially destemmed at harvest and fermented using indigenous yeasts in open top vats for two weeks and benefitted from regular punch-downs and pump-overs

as all of the work in the vines was done by hand

the rows of vines rise here with 65 percent inclination from 120 to 160 meters above sea level and are held by strong vineyard walls

Adrianna Catena is the daughter of Nicolás Catena