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Estate-grown Pinot Noir and Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, CA 21+, enjoy responsibly

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From the first light of day in the vineyard to the quiet rhythm of the cellar, harvest is shaped by many hands. by @seasmoke

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Crafted exclusively from estate-grown fruit and aged with intention, the 2021 Sea Spray Blanc de Noirs reflects the patience required to reveal a vineyard's fullest expression. Produced through méthode champenoise and extended bottle aging, it offers a distinctive perspective of the Sea Smoke Estate. List Members, your offer is available now. by @seasmoke

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Stewardship extends beyond the vine. Chickens, cattle, goats, and sheep play an important role in the biodiversity of our estate, contributing to the balance and vitality of the land throughout the seasons. by @seasmoke

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2 months ago

As we enter the earliest harvest on record in the Sta. Rita Hills, our Director of Vineyards, Sandy Matthews, is excited by what lies ahead. The 2026 vintage is already showing balance, vibrant natural acidity, and an accelerated pace unlike any season in his 12+ years farming the region.

In his hands are samples of Botella soil and limestone, two defining elements of our estate vineyards. Together, they help shape wines of exceptional complexity, energy, and a true expression of place. by @seasmoke

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3 months ago

Botella Chardonnay reflects the mineral-rich soils of our Estate Vineyard and neighboring Sta. Rita Hills sites, where south-facing slopes meet warm sun and cooling marine fog. This slow, balanced growing season allows for extended hang time, yielding a wine that is quietly complex, elegantly textured, and expressive of its coastal origins.

The palate of Botella Chardonnay is immediately fresh and sophisticated, with Meyer lemon and caramelized figs layered with pie crust and cardamom spice. Warm and richly textured, it finishes with a pleasant freshness. Now available for purchase. by @seasmoke

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5 months ago

Our commitment to holistic farming practices in the vineyard is unwavering. With meticulous care and a deep respect for place, we work in harmony with nature and our four‑legged grazers to craft wines that reflect the character of the Sta. Rita Hills and its distinctive clay soils. by @seasmoke

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6 months ago

Sealed with intention.

The closing of our 2024 Allocation marks a vintage shaped by a long, cool Sta. Rita Hills season — one that allowed the wines to develop with vibrancy and tension.

As with harvest, timing matters. Some things are worth holding until the moment is right, and then, shared.

Stay tuned. by @seasmoke

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7 months ago

First day of Harvest 2023, which has been one of the coolest growing seasons in recent memory. Lovely fruit, beautiful tannins, and bright acidity. taken in Sta Rita Hills Ava by @seasmoke

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3 years ago

It is Biochar season again! The recent rains allowed us to obtain a burn permit to make biochar….which is then added to our Biodynamic compost piles. Biochar has an amazing amount of surface area and porosity, helping our soils retain water and nutrients for use by our cover crop and vines throughout the year. taken in Sta Rita Hills Ava by @seasmoke

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4 years ago

Sunrise this morning, as our team finished harvest, presided over by a crescent moon. The 2022 growing season is a wrap! taken in Sta Rita Hills Ava by @seasmoke

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4 years ago

Barrel grading of the 2020 vintage is complete. We may have received a little help identifying the best barrels 😉Final blending at the end of February… taken in Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara, California by @seasmoke

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5 years ago