2020 Hartford Court Truly Rita Pinot Noir

"Aromas of wild cherry, crushed violets and a Rooibos tea-like note of earth and spice, complement the notes of salinity and ripe cherry. With polished tannin and a lengthy finish, this very elegant wine shows the beauty of Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir." —Jeff Stewart & Tiaan Lordan, Winemakers

Hartford Court Truly Rita Pinot Noir
$78
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Tasting Notes

Aromas of wild cherry, crushed violets and a Rooibos tea-like note of earth and spice, complement the notes of salinity and ripe cherry. With polished tannin and a lengthy finish, this very elegant wine shows the beauty of Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir.

Historic Acclaim

2019: 94 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, January 2023

2018: 93 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, Jan 2021

2018: 92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, August 2020

2017: 95 points, Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com, June 2020

2017: 93 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, Feb 2020

2016: 94 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2019

2016: 93 Points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, Feb 2019

Vineyard & Vintage Character

Fruit for our Truly Rita Pinot Noir comes from the well-respected Dierberg – Drum Canyon site. This vineyard is on a steep slope facing the Pacific Ocean and is influenced by the cool ocean breezes every day. Our blocks are planted to three selections: Swan, Calera, and Dijon 115. The well-drained and calcium-rich soils, combined with the cool climate produces a wine that is very graceful but with powerful underlying texture.

Wine Details

Oak: 100% French oak, 36% new
Time in oak: 17 months
Alcohol: 14.7%
TA: 6.4 g/L
pH: 3.36
Cases produced: 225