Bien Nacido Vineyard Old Vine Pinot Noir
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted duck breast, wild mushroom risotto, herb-crusted pork tenderloin
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Hailing from the legendary Bien Nacido Vineyard in the Santa Maria Valley, this Pinot Noir is sourced from some of the oldest self-rooted vines in California, originally planted in 1973. The vineyard's unique geography, running east-west to the Pacific Ocean, allows cool maritime breezes and morning fog to roll through the vines, extending the growing season and preserving vibrant acidity. Dominion Tantara honors this historic terroir through traditional, low-intervention winemaking, utilizing open-top fermentation and aging in select French oak barrels. The result is a Pinot Noir of exceptional depth, characterized by its signature earthy complexity, bright red fruit, and structural elegance that only old vines can deliver.
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Founded in 1997 by Bill Cates, Dominion Tantara is a distinguished boutique winery located in the Santa Maria Valley of Santa Barbara County, California. The winery is dedicated to producing exceptional, site-specific wines, sourcing fruit from some of the Central Coast's most prestigious vineyards, including Bentrock, Dierberg, and La Encantada. Emphasizing traditional French winemaking methods and minimal intervention, Dominion Tantara specializes in elegant, terroir-driven Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah. Their acclaimed single-vineyard and reserve bottlings, such as the Cuvee Jeannette and Evelyn Pinot Noirs, are highly regarded for their sophistication, balance, and aging potential.