Lava Vine Sta Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2014 | Exquisite Red Fruit

Giving up exquisite notes of red fruit on the nose, the body of this Lava Vine Sta Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2014 is supple, dense, and earthy, showing fine acidity and an epic finish. Winemaker Rudy von Strasser crafted an absolute jewel, a gorgeous, rose-scented Pinot Noir called Lava Vine, with fruit sourced from the only AVA that is on par to rival the best from Sonoma’s Russian River—the coveted Sta. Rita Hills appellation. So, we’re the first to market with this release.  An exclusive, making this sleekly textured Pinot Noir available at $24.99 off the release price of $48. Just 56 cases.

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Winemaker | The Lava Vine Sta Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2014 is sourced from the Sta. Rita Hills AVA located in Santa Barbara County. Fermentation lasts for around 20 days at which point the pinot is then pressed and barreled for 12 months in French oak. While the wine is split between 70% neutral and 30% new oak. This delightful Pinot Noir has a bouquet of fresh blackberries and blueberries. Finally, fine tannins compliment an excellent acidity and rich red fruits.

Rudy von Strasser  | First American Intern at Lafite

Santa Barbara local legend Rudy von Strasser was the first-ever American intern at Château Lafite Rothschild, absorbing the lessons of the grand Pauillac First-Growth before returning to the West Coast. Also an alum of Trefethen, and Newton Vineyard, nicknamed “The Prince of Cabernet,” von Strasser is now turning his hand to Pinot Noir, and in 2014 he crafted an absolute jewel, a gorgeous, rose-scented Pinot Noir called Lava Vine, with fruit sourced from the only AVA that is on par to rival the best from Sonoma’s Russian River—the coveted Sta. Rita Hills appellation.

Lava Wine

So, in 2015, von Strasser sold his estate and vineyard and bought Lava Vine. The Winery had been started in 2004 by Joe and Jill Cabral. A beloved institution in Calistoga, Lava Vine specialized in lesser-known grape varieties and appellations. While producing wines that had a strong following in Napa. The tasting room was a warm, lively renovated barn.  Here the musically-inclined staff was known to pick up their instruments on a whim and throw impromptu concerts. Best of all, the facility would allow von Strosser to begin experimenting with Pinot Noir.   A grape he’d been itching to work with.