Lolita Red
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, creamy mushroom risotto
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Dominion Tantara's Lolita Red is a compelling expression of the Santa Ynez Valley, sourced from the esteemed Lolita Vineyard. Nestled in a unique microclimate where warm days are tempered by cool evening breezes sweeping in from the Pacific Ocean, this vineyard features gravelly loam soils that are particularly well-suited for Bordeaux varietals, most notably Cabernet Franc. The winemaking philosophy here emphasizes traditional, low-intervention French techniques, utilizing gentle extraction and aging in French oak barrels to allow the distinct terroir to shine. The resulting wine is celebrated for its elegant structure, showcasing a beautiful balance of bright red fruit, savory herbal undertones, and refined tannins that reflect the unique maritime-influenced climate of Santa Barbara County.
🍾 wine.about_producer
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.