Brewer Clifton Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2022

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Brewer Clifton
Label Name:
 
Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Sta. Rita Hills, California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
100% Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
14-16°C

Awards/Ratings
Decanter 94, Jeb Dunnuck 94, Wine Enthusiast 94, Wine Spectator 93, Vinous 92 (reviews 2024–2025)

Tasting Note
Bright red cherry, raspberry and pomegranate with rose petal, coastal salinity and savory herbs; subtle spice and earth, silky mid-weight texture, lively acidity and a long, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roasted duck, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, pork tenderloin, soft cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, miso-glazed black cod, char siu, mushroom soba, teriyaki salmon.

Production Method
Whole-cluster fermentation with cold soak; aged 12–18 months in neutral French oak (Sirugue); minimal new oak; sustainable vineyard practices.

Vineyard Info
Founded by Greg Brewer (with Steve Clifton) in the mid-1990s; focused on estate and Sta. Rita Hills sites (3D, Machado, Hapgood, Perilune); joined Jackson Family Wines in 2017.