regional and national level since 1989
the 2016 La Mondotte comes from a tiny vineyard of clay and limestone soil located next to Pavie Decesse
combining lemon notes with a hint of butterscotch from the well integrated oak
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Donnachadh Family Vineyards Pinot Noir, Sta Rita Hills, USA 2023 Champagne Blanc de Noirs regional and national level sinceThe Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills, matured for 10 months in neutral oak, is the first appellation wide Pinot from Donnachadh. Like the Chardonnay, this vintage was sourced entirely from the Donnachadh estate, although that may not be the case in the future. It has a pale ruby color and very pure, fragrant scents of cranberry, raspberry, strawberry, bergamot, tea leaves and herbs. The medium bodied palate is finely chalky and wonderfully fresh, boasting