Fess Parker Ashley’s 2022 Pinot Noir – 95pt Wine Enthusiast Rated

Fess Parker Ashley’s Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022

Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County

Experience an award-winning Pinot Noir celebrated by top critics:
– 95 pts Wine Enthusiast: Intricate layers of ripe mulberry, black pepper, and smoked charcuterie unfold into cranberry and dried herb elegance.
– 92 pts Wine Spectator: Enticing wood spice and blood orange notes glide alongside mulled tea sophistication, finishing with savory depth.
– 91 pts Jeb Dunnuck: Earthy forest floor aromas meet structured red berries and refined tannins after 16 months in French oak barrels (46% new).

Winemaker’s Signature Profile:
This Sta. Rita Hills gem reveals black cherry and boysenberry richness elevated by baker’s chocolate and vanilla undertones. Nuances of lavender, wild sage, clove, and cigar box create remarkable complexity—a true expression of its coastal terroir.

Why Choose This Vintage?
Crafted from namesake Ashley’s Vineyard blocks in California’s cool-climate Sta. Rita Hills AVA:
→ Balanced acidity (14.1% alc) ensures graceful aging potential
→ Versatile pairing partner for duck confit or mushroom risotto
→ Limited-production bottling reflecting meticulous viticulture

Critics praise its “cohesive character” (WE) and “racy precision” (WS)—an elegant Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir that captures both power and finesse in every sip.

Vintage may vary by shipment. Contains sulfites.