Current Releases
2023 SAUVIGNON BLANC
SANTA YNEZ VALLEY
The fruit for this Sauvignon Blanc was sourced from four vineyards at different corners of Santa Ynez Valley.
A combination of Old and New World winemaking techniques were thoughtfully used to bring out the grapes’ full potential.
Tasting Notes
Lime, kumquat and crushed rocks on the nose. Passionfruit, pink grapefruit and citrus on this structured and vibrant palate.
91 - Vinous
2023 SAUVIGNON BLANC
PRESQU'ILE VINEYARD
SANTA MARIA VALLEY
The Presqu’ile Vineyard is located on the Solomon Hills on the Southern edge of the Santa Maria Valley. The cool Pacific Ocean breeze coupled with old marine floor soils makes this site perfect for growing cool climate Sauvignon Blanc. The 2023 bottling was aged for 6 months on the lees in 100% Acacia wood.
Tasting Notes
Honey suckle, lemon, ripe cantaloupe and apple on the nose. Lemon zest and white peach on the palate with a nice salinity and firm acid.
94 - Vinous
2023 CHENIN BLANC
TRES HERMANAS VINEYARD
SANTA MARIA VALLEY
The Tres Hermanas Vineyard was planted in 2000 near the eastern corner of Santa Maria Valley. Cool maritime air from the Pacific Ocean flows through Foxen Canyon daily, which leads to great structure and intense flavors.
Tasting Notes
Yellow peach, honeycomb, Asian pear and Meyer lemon on the nose. A wonderfully bright and structured palate with notes of persimmon and lemon rind.
92 - Vinous
2023 ROSÉ
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
The fruit for this Rosé was sourced from three vineyards in Santa Barabra County. The Mediterranean Climate combined with older vines yield fruit with exceptional flavor.
Tasting Notes
Pineapple, white flower and orange blossoms on the nose. The palate is bright with pineapple, hints of red cherry, and cantaloupe. A refreshing wine with great minerality.
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2022 PINOT NOIR
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
Santa Barbara County is one of the most diverse growing areas on the West Coast. With soil diversity and unique micro climates, it is exciting to explore and combine different vineyards to make a wine that captures the whole region.
Tasting Notes
Santa Barbara County sunshine in a bottle! Wild strawberry, cherry and tart pomegranate fill the nose with hints of forest floor and dark spice. The palate is full of bright berry fruit and spice, yet delicate and structured.
92 - Wine Enthusiast
91 - Jeb Dunnuck
2022 PINOT NOIR
PRESQU'ILE VINEYARD
SANTA MARIA VALLEY
Presqu'ile Vineyard is organically farmed and located on the Solomon Hills in the Santa Maria Valley where the fog lifts late morning and the afternoon breeze blows from the Pacific. This wine is the result of traditional methods, a great vineyard and a love for Old World wines. It is a wine exemplifying poise and elegance. It showcases not only the purity of fruit that can be found in Santa Maria, but also alluring baking spice and black tea notes.
Tasting Notes
Wild strawberries and rose petals along with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon dominate the nose. Dark raspberries, wild ripe strawberries and clove fill out the well-balanced palate.
94 - Wine Enthusiast
93 - Vinous
93 - Jeb Dunnuck
2022 PINOT NOIR
JOHN SEBASTIANO VINEYARD
STA. RITA HILLS
Exceptional growing conditions, personalized organic farming and a minimalistic approach in the winery contribute to a pure expression of vintage and site. This Pinot Noir is an exemplary product of passion and condition.
Tasting Notes
Hard spice, forest floor, and cinnamon on the nose, with notes of pomegranate and dried herbs on the structured yet delicate palate. This wine is a beautiful representation of John Sebastiano Vineyard.
92 - Vinous
92- Jeb Dunnuck
2022 PINOT NOIR
DONNACHADH VINEYARD
STA. RITA HILLS
The Donnachadh Vineyard (pronounced "done uh kah") is located in the heart of Sta. Rita Hills on Santa Rosa Road. This Pinot Noir is planted on a steep hillside block on marine-derived shale with high clay content, rock and cobble. Cool winds from the Pacific Ocean make for challenging conditions which results in smaller yields on this site.
Tasting Notes
Plum, fresh berry notes and underbrush dominate the nose with hints of hard spice and graphite. Dark fruit lingers long and vibrant on the palate with earthy undertones.
93 - Wine Enthusiast
92- Jeb Dunnuck
91 - Vinous
2022 PINOT NOIR
DUVARITA VINEYARD
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
Duvarita is six miles from the Pacific Ocean, making it one of the closest to the ocean in Santa Barbara County. Biodynamically grown grapes, meticulous winemaking and a combination of three Dijon clones create a wine that captures both vintage and site.
Tasting Notes
Blackberry and plum, turned earth, leather and musk fill the nose. Soft delicate dark fruit and fine tannin fill out the elegant palate.
94 - Wine Enthusiast
93 - Jeb Dunnuck
92 - Vinous
2022 PINOT NOIR
SANFORD & BENEDICT VINEYARD
STA. RITA HILLS
Sanford and Benedict Vineyard is located in close proximity to Donnachadh Vineyard in the heart of Sta. Rita Hills. This iconic vineyard was first planted in 1971 on its own root stock, making it one of the oldest Pinot Noir vines in Santa Barbara County.
Tasting Notes
Dark red fruit, turned earth and spice fill the nose. Soft delicate dark fruit and fine tannin fill out the elegant palate.
95 - Vinous
94 Cellar Selection - Wine Enthusiast
93+ - Jeb Dunnuck
2021 SYRAH
DONNACHADH VINEYARD
STA. RITA HILLS
The Donnachadh Vineyard is organically farmed and located in the heart of Sta. Rita Hills on Santa Rosa Road. Cool winds from the Pacific Ocean make for challenging conditions which results in smaller yields on this site.
Tasting Notes
Dark cherry, plum and clove dominate the nose. The palate is rich with tart berry crumble and delicate tannins.
94 - Wine Enthusiast
93 - Vinous
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2022 SYRAH
BALLARD ADOBES VINEYARD
LOS OLIVOS DISTRICT
The Ballard Adobes Vineyard is situated in the heart of Los Olivos District where cool nights and warm afternoons ripen Syrah perfectly.
Tasting Notes
Raspberry, blackberry, with a hint of tobacco and graphite on the nose. Rich blue fruit and fine tannin fill out the elegant palate.
94 Cellar Selection - Wine Enthusiast
94 - Vinous
2021 CABERNET FRANC
CURTIS VINEYARD
SANTA YNEZ VALLEY
At Storm Wines we follow one rule - make the wines we like
to drink. So it was only natural for us to add a carbonic
Cabernet Franc to the line up! Artwork by Elsa Storm
Tasting Notes
Bright cherry fruit and bell pepper dominate the nose with hints of tea leaf and red pepper flakes. The palate is bursting with berry fruit and held together by fine tannins and a firm structure.
2022 GRANDE MARQUE ROUGE
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
The valleys and hillsides of the Santa Ynez Valley are perfect for growing Rhône varietals. This Rhône blend captures everything we love about Santa Barbara County. 66% Grenache, 17% Mourvedre, 17% Syrah.
Tasting Notes
Dark cherry, red currant, sweet tobacco leaves and pine needles fill the nose. Bright juicy berry fruit on the palate with soft elegant tannins. This wine has a beautiful vibrant finish.
WINES
Our wines are handcrafted using a combination of Old and New World winemaking techniques. From being present while the grapes are picked in the early morning hours, to basket pressing, to only using gravity on the red wines. Fining and filtration is only done when necessary and on white wines. We make sure our wines express the unique qualities the fruit embodies.