Fess Parker
Santa Rita Hills, California
A complex Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir that showcases the best of Southern California's winemaking
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Fess Parker
Pinot Noir
The allure of Southern California’s wine regions is apparent. The weather and scenery are both gorgeous year-round. The food culture celebrates freshness and vibrancy. The people are mostly relaxed, and most importantly, wine culture is thriving. Some beautiful wines come from the region; ever seen Sideways? The 2018 Fess Parker Pinot is the encapsulation of the Santa Rita Hills AVA spirit. It’s the bouquet of freshly cut flowers and rush of red berries that gives the 2018 striking exuberance. Medium in body, refined, and yet full of goodness, the 2018 is seductively beautiful. Served with just a bit of chill or at cellar temperature, it is a superb warm weather wine.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MI, MO, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX,ABOUT THIS WINE
Fess Parker
Pinot Noir
The allure of Southern California’s wine regions is apparent. The weather and scenery are both gorgeous year-round. The food culture celebrates freshness and vibrancy. The people are mostly relaxed, and most importantly, wine culture is thriving. Some beautiful wines come from the region; ever seen Sideways? The 2018 Fess Parker Pinot is the encapsulation of the Santa Rita Hills AVA spirit. It’s the bouquet of freshly cut flowers and rush of red berries that gives the 2018 striking exuberance. Medium in body, refined, and yet full of goodness, the 2018 is seductively beautiful. Served with just a bit of chill or at cellar temperature, it is a superb warm weather wine.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MI, MO, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX,
WINE REGION:
Santa Rita Hills
Santa Rita Hills has such a different climate from the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley that it became its own AVA in 2001. Sitting on the west side of Highway 101, Pacific winds blow dense fog into the narrow valley and drastically lower its temperatures. With steep, rocky slopes on either side of the river, this cool climate area is perfectly suited to producing fine Pinot Noir. You can also find stellar examples of Chardonnay and Syrah in the Santa Rita Hills. The local Santa Rita Hills Wine Alliance throws a three-day festival each year to commemorate the movie "Sideways," part of which was filmed here.
WINE REGION
Santa Rita Hills
Santa Rita Hills has such a different climate from the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley that it became its own AVA in 2001. Sitting on the west side of Highway 101, Pacific winds blow dense fog into the narrow valley and drastically lower its temperatures. With steep, rocky slopes on either side of the river, this cool climate area is perfectly suited to producing fine Pinot Noir. You can also find stellar examples of Chardonnay and Syrah in the Santa Rita Hills. The local Santa Rita Hills Wine Alliance throws a three-day festival each year to commemorate the movie "Sideways," part of which was filmed here.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Duck Breast, Grilled Salmon, Wild Game
Pairs well with…
Duck Breast, Grilled Salmon, Wild Game
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Duck Breast, Grilled Salmon, Wild Game
Pairs well with…
Duck Breast, Grilled Salmon, Wild Game
TASTING NOTES:
Raspberry
Cloves
Black Cherry
The mingling of flowers and red berries is what makes this wine a delight to come back to again and again. Serve with a light chill when it's hot out or with a roasted duck for a great time.
TASTING NOTES
Raspberry
Cloves
Black Cherry
The mingling of flowers and red berries is what makes this wine a delight to come back to again and again. Serve with a light chill when it's hot out or with a roasted duck for a great time.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Fess Parker
When Fess Parker purchased the 714 acre Foxen Canyon Ranch in 1988, his plan was to run cattle, plant a few acres of vineyard, and perhaps establish a small winery someday. His dream was to start a family business that he could pass on to future generations. Dreams do come true. Eli Parker and his sister, Ashley, remain involved as stewards of their father’s vision. The home ranch vineyard, named for Fess’s late son-in-law, Rodney, has earned a great reputation for the quality of its Rhône varietals, while long term contracts with some of the finest vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA are the fruit source for the winery’s Burgundian offerings.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Fess Parker
When Fess Parker purchased the 714 acre Foxen Canyon Ranch in 1988, his plan was to run cattle, plant a few acres of vineyard, and perhaps establish a small winery someday. His dream was to start a family business that he could pass on to future generations. Dreams do come true. Eli Parker and his sister, Ashley, remain involved as stewards of their father’s vision. The home ranch vineyard, named for Fess’s late son-in-law, Rodney, has earned a great reputation for the quality of its Rhône varietals, while long term contracts with some of the finest vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA are the fruit source for the winery’s Burgundian offerings.