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Seasmoke Sea Spray Blanc De Noir 2016
  • Seasmoke Sea Spray Blanc De Noir 2016
  • Seasmoke Sea Spray Blanc De Noir 2016
Seasmoke Sea Spray Blanc De Noir 2016
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Brand
Sea Smoke Cellars
Alcohol ABV
12.50%
Region
United States
Vintage
2016
Size
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Sea Smoke Sea Spray Blanc de Noirs 2016 is a sparkling wine crafted with precision and elegance, produced by the highly regarded Sea Smoke Cellars in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation of Santa Barbara County, California. Known primarily for their exceptional Pinot Noir, Sea Smoke applies the same meticulous standards to this méthode traditionnelle sparkling wine. The name “Blanc de Noirs” indicates that it is made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes, which are gently pressed to avoid extracting too much color, resulting in a pale, refined expression that still carries the depth and structure of the variety.

The 2016 vintage benefited from the unique microclimate of the Sta. Rita Hills, where cool Pacific Ocean breezes and persistent morning fog extend the growing season and allow the grapes to ripen slowly, developing concentrated flavors while preserving fresh acidity. This environment, combined with the winery’s biodynamic farming practices and careful hand-harvesting, ensures that Sea Spray reflects both place and vintage with purity and finesse. The wine is aged sur lie in bottle, giving it complexity, fine texture, and the kind of elegance more commonly associated with renowned sparkling regions of the world.

Sea Smoke Cellars

Sea Smoke Cellars is a prestigious California winery known for producing highly sought-after, limited-production Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Founded in 1999 by Bob Davids, the brand's identity is intrinsically linked to its estate vineyard located in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation of Santa Barbara County. This region is a cool-climate area where the Pacific Ocean's cooling fog, often referred to as "sea smoke," creates ideal conditions for growing these delicate grapes.

The brand's philosophy is rooted in a meticulous and holistic approach to farming. They practice organic and biodynamic viticulture, and their winemaking is focused on minimal intervention to allow the unique terroir of their vineyard to be the primary expression in the bottle. This dedication to quality and a strong sense of place has earned them critical acclaim and a devoted following.

Sea Smoke produces several different expressions of Pinot Noir, each with a distinct profile that reflects a specific part of the vineyard. Due to the high demand and limited supply, the wines were sold almost exclusively through a mailing list, making them highly collectible and a benchmark for New World Pinot Noir. In 2024, the brand was acquired by Constellation Brands, a major global beverage company, which has stated its commitment to upholding Sea Smoke's tradition of quality and customer experience.

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