Winemaker Kenneth "Joey" Gummere started this label with his wife after working for Babcock, Santa Barbara Winery and LaFond. A fruit-driven Pinot with just a hint of earthiness to it. Very smooth mouthfeel. Somewhat simple, but a likable, easy to drink wine. 14.4% alcohol.
Transcendence, Sta. Rita Hills (Santa Barbara County, California) Pinot Noir 2009
By W. Blake Gray