Planted by Richard Sanford in 2000 on the Rancho La Viña Spanish land grant, and located on the eastern hilltops of this singular property. Here we find soils derived from the organic, rich Monterey formation consisting of Gazos clay-loam, Ballard fine sandy-loam, and Santa Lucia shaly clay-loam.     

The 2021 Pinot Noir La Encantada Vineyard is scented of cranberry sauce and raspberry preserves with nuances of peppercorn, charcuterie, earth and floral perfume. The medium-bodied palate is chalky and fresh with crunchy, bitters-laced fruit and a long, mineral-driven finish. It unfurls dramatically with time in the glass and will benefit from 3-5 years in bottle. 94 Points - Wine Advocate