Vineyard: Wrights Station

Articles mentioning wines produced from this vineyard

Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir (10.24 1/17/2016)
Sips of Recently Tasted Chardonnay (10.24 1/17/2016)

Wineries sourcing from this vineyard

Byington Winery

Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard

2013 Byington Wrights Station Vineyard Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay

14.5% alc., pH 3.54, TA 0.52, $30. Harvest Brix 24.5º. Aged in 30% new French oak and 70% neutral oak. · Moderately light golden yellow color and clear in the glass. Aromas of lemon curd, yellow apple, and nutty oak come to the fore over time in the glass. The displays an intricate marriage of fruit and oak, with flavors of lemon and yellow peach combined with blonde caramel and toasty brioche. Beautifully balanced with a dancing cut of acidity fueling the refreshing finish. Score: 90. Reviewed January 17, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »

2013 Byington Byington Estate Block 4 Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.63, TA 0.56, 165 cases, $45. Reserved from the rest of the Estate Vineyard due to its distinct character and westward location that faces the Pacific Ocean. Aged 14 months in 100% French oak barrels, 35% new French oak plus 5% Hungarian oak and 60% neutral American and French oak blends. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. This is a cherry-themed, forward-drinking wine that is quite palate pleasing. Bright cherry aromas lead to an impressive attack of black cherry fruit flavors that persist through a cherry-charged finish. A wine with exemplary Pinot essence, a satiny texture and seamless character. Score: 90. Reviewed January 17, 2016 WINERY » ARTICLE »