Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted duck, wild mushroom risotto, herb-crusted pork tenderloin
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The Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir from Dominion Tantara is a compelling expression of one of California's most distinctive terroirs. Situated in the remote Chalone AVA within the Gabilan Mountains, the Brosseau Vineyard sits at an elevation of 1,600 feet, directly exposed to dramatic diurnal temperature shifts and harsh, dry conditions. What truly sets this site apart is its rare soil composition of decomposed granite and limestone—a geological anomaly in California that mirrors the classic soils of Burgundy. Planted by the Brosseau family, this rugged vineyard yields intensely concentrated Pinot Noir grapes. Dominion Tantara coaxes these qualities into the bottle using traditional French winemaking methods, resulting in a wine that beautifully balances dark cherry and plum flavors with a signature flinty minerality, earthy undertones, and a firm, age-worthy structure.
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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.