# John Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir (2021)

- **Producer:** Storm Wines
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €69
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** strawberry, jasmine, hibiscus, red plum, cream, butter

## About this wine

The Storm John Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021 is a 100% Pinot Noir from the Sta. Rita Hills AVA in California. The wine originates from the John Sebastiano Vineyard, a site characterized by its windy conditions on an eastern slope, contributing to the wine's power, structure, and concentration. The vineyard utilizes Pinot Noir clones 115 and 667. Storm Wines, founded by Ernst Storm, aims to produce classically styled wines that reflect the Santa Barbara County terroir, blending old-world influences with new-world techniques. The 2021 vintage is noted for its inherent power and structure.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyard is a windy site on an eastern slope.
- Uses Pinot Noir clones 115 and 667.
- Fermented with 50% whole stems.
- Aged in 100% French Oak, with 30% new.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and abundant, finely grained tannins provide a solid backbone that can stand up to richer proteins. Its balanced acidity cuts through the richness of meats, while the concentrated fruit notes complement savory dishes. The subtle oak influence can harmonize with roasted flavors.

## Wine making process

The Storm John Sebastiano Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021 was produced using 100% Pinot Noir grapes. Key winemaking techniques include fermentation with 50% whole stems and 100% Malolactic Fermentation. The wine underwent aging in 100% French Oak barrels, with 30% new oak, from coopers such as Damy, Cadus, and Francois Freres. This process aims to build structure, complexity, and integrate the wine's components.