The Radian Vineyard is the westernmost vineyard along Santa Rosa Road in Sta Rita Hills. The exposure and proximity to the Pacific Ocean make it one of the coolest vineyards in the appellation. At Radian Vineyard you understand why the Sta. Rita Hills’ climate is described as “refrigerated sunshine”. I have visited the top of Radian Vineyard which looks like Mars. With the wind blowing, you can see the vines struggle. But the struggle is worth it as the Pinot Noir made from these vines is delicious, like the Rockhound 2022 Pinot Noir, Radian Vineyard, Sta. Rita Hills, the Please The Palate wine of the week.
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