Zotovich 115 Pinot Noir
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
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roasted duck, creamy mushroom risotto, seared salmon
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Sourced from the prestigious Zotovich Vineyard in the cool-climate Sta. Rita Hills AVA, this single-clone bottling showcases the distinct personality of Dijon Clone 115. The vineyard is celebrated for its extremely sandy, nutrient-poor soils and its direct exposure to the chilly maritime winds and fog sweeping in from the Pacific Ocean. This dramatic terroir forces the vines to struggle, resulting in tiny, concentrated berries with thick skins. Dominion Tantara utilizes traditional, Burgundian-style winemaking techniques, including gentle open-top fermentation and aging in French oak barrels, to preserve the clone's hallmark aromatic complexity. The result is a Pinot Noir of exceptional purity, marrying bright red fruit notes with deep earthy undertones and a vibrant, mineral-driven acidity that is highly characteristic of the appellation's unique marine influence.
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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.