Time Place Wine Co. Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara County, California

The 2023 Time Place Wine Co. Pinot Noir is a vivid expression of Santa Barbara County’s coastal elegance, a wine that feels both grounded and ethereal, like dawn breaking over the Pacific. Crafted from select vineyard sites across this cool, maritime region, it captures the balance of sunshine and ocean breeze that defines the area’s best Pinot Noirs. With a focus on purity, precision, and texture, this vintage showcases the harmony between site, season, and the patient hands that shaped it.

Product Details:

• Varietal: Pinot Noir
• Alcohol: 13.9% ABV
• Vineyards: Select coastal sites across Santa Barbara County
• Harvest: September 9–25
• Aging: 25% new French oak
• Farming: Sustainable, hand-harvested

Sensory Description:

Gleaming ruby in color, the wine opens with a lifted, floral bouquet of rose petals and dark cherry, laced with hints of vanilla and orange pekoe tea. The palate is lush and layered, a mouthful of ripe cherry, raspberry, and blood orange, with supple tannins that carry through to a long, resonant finish. Subtle undertones of soy, plum, and baker’s chocolate add depth and complexity, while a bright coastal acidity keeps everything beautifully in balance.

Winemaker's Background:

Founded on the idea that every bottle should tell a story of both time and place, Time Place Wine Co. draws its inspiration from moments captured in nature and the landscapes that shape exceptional wines. Each label features a photograph by artist John Duckworth, chronicling a precise moment, in this case, 4:19 a.m. on the Stono River, Johns Island, South Carolina, that mirrors the stillness and focus behind each vintage. The winery’s ethos is simple: craft wines of purity and integrity that honor the vineyards of California’s Central Coast while connecting the drinker to the passage of time and the beauty of place.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve slightly chilled at 58–62°F in a Burgundy glass to highlight its aromatic complexity and silky texture. Ideal pairings include duck breast with cherry glaze, grilled salmon, or mushroom risotto. For a simple yet elegant match, enjoy with herb-roasted chicken or charcuterie and aged Gouda.

Elegant, expressive, and deeply rooted in its coastal origins, the 2023 Time Place Wine Co. Pinot Noir is a testament to craftsmanship and terroir, a reflection of Santa Barbara’s light, rhythm, and timeless beauty.