Aged 11 months in oak barrels

covered with loess

50% Pinot Noir

We could not be more stoked to have this estate in our book

Casa do Valle is an old estate dating back to 18th century

Lafond Pinot Noir Sta Rita Hills, 2017 Lodi Aged 11 months in oakThe Santa Rita Hills is a small appellation at the western end of the Santa Ynez Valley that has gained national recognition for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The Valley runs west to east, opening a gap in the coastal range, allowing the late afternoon ocean fog to roll in where it lingers until early morning. The surrounding hills trap the fog before it is dissipated in the wider Santa Ynez Valley. 2015 was an extremely small crop and gives a dense