Current Releases
2022 SAUVIGNON BLANC
SANTA YNEZ VALLEY
The fruit for this Sauvignon Blanc was sourced from three 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
Citrus, lychee and gooseberry notes on the nose. Notes of crisp green apple, pink grapefruit and juicy white peach linger on the vibrant palate.
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92- Wine Enthusiast
90 - Antonio Galloni - Vinous
2022 SAUVIGNON BLANC
KINGSLEY VINEYARD
LOS OLIVOS DISTRICT
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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.
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Artwork by Owen Storm.
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​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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92 - Antonio Galloni Vinous
92 - Wine Enthusiast
2022 CHARDONNAY,
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
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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.
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93 - Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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.
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.
2020 PINOT NOIR
DONNACHADH VINEYARD
STA. RITA HILLS
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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.
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Tasting Notes
Plum and notes of underbrush dominate the nose with hints of hard spice and graphite. Juicy dark fruit lingers long and vibrant on the palate with a refreshing acidity holding everything together.
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95 - Antonio Galloni, Vinous
93, Cellar Selection - Wine Enthusiast
2020 PINOT NOIR
SANFORD & BENEDICT VINEYARD
STA. RITA HILLS
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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.
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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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97 - Antonio Galloni, Vinous
94 - Wine Enthusiast
2022 GAMAY
PRESQU'ILE VINEYARD
SANTA MARIA VALLEY
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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. ​
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Tasting Notes
Dark cherry, plum and clove dominate the nose. The palate is rich with tart berry crumble and delicate tannins.
93- Antonio Galloni of Vinous
94 - Wine Enthusiast
2016 STORM & REA SYRAH
W.O. HEMEL-EN-AARDE RIDGE
SOUTH AFRICA
Ernst Storm and Kevin Rea met over a decade ago working harvest in Santa Barbara County. Both having a strong connection with the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley in South Africa, and its cool maritime climate and diverse soils.
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Tasting Notes
Dark fruit, dried herbs and pepper dominate the nose. The palate is rich with a core of black fruit and spice that finishes dry.
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.