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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.

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2022 SAUVIGNON BLANC

KINGSLEY VINEYARD

LOS OLIVOS DISTRICT

Kingsley Vineyard is located on the Western edge of the Los Olivos District on gravely loam soils. The Sauvignon Blanc was planted in the late 70s and is a cornerstone of our Santa Ynez Valley blend.

Artwork by Owen Storm.

Tasting Notes

Pear, apricot, peach and white pepper on the nose. A light citrus, stone fruit and a refreshing hint of cucumber on the palate held together by a firm acid.

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2022 CHARDONNAY,

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY 

Santa Barbara County is one of the most diverse growing areas on the West Coast. The fruit for the 2022 vintage was sourced from Nielson Vineyard in Santa Maria Valley AVA, and is one of the first vineyards planted in Santa Barbara County.  The cool morning fog from the Pacific Ocean along with its complex soil types, contribute to making exceptional Chardonnay.

 

Tasting Notes

Lemon, pear and graham cracker on the nose. The palate is bright and fresh with hints of key lime and green apple. 

93 - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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2022 ROSÉ

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY

The fruit for this Rosé was sourced from Watch Hill Vineyard in the Los Alamos Valley. The Mediterranean Climate combined with older vines yield fruit with exceptional balance and depth. 

 

Tasting Notes

Watermelon and floral notes on the nose. The palate is bright with flavors of strawberry, watermelon and a hint of pineapple.

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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. 

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2021 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

Bright red fruit, Bing cherry, hard spice and sandalwood dominate the nose. Clove and raspberry fill out the well-balanced palate.

 

"The 2021 Pinot Noir Presqu'ile Vineyard is a rich, fruity wine with tons of upfront appeal. Juicy red cherry fruit, pomegranate, spice, new leather and dried herbs all grace this exquisite, layered Pinot Noir. The decision to move away from whole cluster in this bottling is a plus. Sweet floral and savory notes grace the long, nuanced finish." -Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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2021 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, wild sage and underbrush on the nose, with notes of cranberry, pomegranate and red cherry on the structured palate. 


"The 2021 Pinot Noir John Sebastiano Vineyard shows all the natural intensity that is typical of this site, tempered by the cool personality of the year. Dark red/blue fruit, spice, new leather, cinnamon and licorice are nicely amplified in this mid-weight, nuanced Pinot." Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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2021 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.

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2021 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.

 

"The 2021 Pinot Noir Duvarita Vineyard is a wine of real depth and dimension. Dark blue/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, menthol and licorice all race across the palate. Painfully low yields produced a Pinot of undeniable class and textural intensity. A healthy dollop of whole cluster (30%) adds complexity without dominating the balance." Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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2020 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

"A new wine from this range, the 2020 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict is stellar. All the richness of this site comes through loud and clear. This is by far the most exuberant of the Storm wines. Even so, it preserves tons of freshness and energy while capturing so much of what makes S&B such a compelling site. Readers who can find it should not hesitate. It is very obviously one of the wines of the vintage." Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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2022 GAMAY

PRESQU'ILE VINEYARD

SANTA MARIA VALLEY

This wine is the result of traditional methods and a vineyard perfectly located for growing Gamay.  Presqu'ile Vineyard is located on the Solomon Hills in the Santa Maria Valley where the fog lifts late morning and the afternoon breeze blows from the Pacific.  Artwork by Elsa Storm.  

Tasting Notes

Notes of white pepper, red fruit and a slight herbaceousness on the nose. A round mouth feel with bright bursts of strawberry, red cherry and cranberry along with hints of black tea and soft spices.  Serve slightly chilled.

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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.

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2021 GRANDE MARQUE ROUGE

SANTA BARBARBA 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

Orange peel, red licorice, black cherry and star anise fill the nose. A round mouth feel with raspberry, blackberry and clove on the palate. This wine has a beautiful vibrant finish.  

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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. 

 

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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. 

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