Background

Established in 1989, the Fess Parker Winery has a long history in Santa Barbara Wine Country and is well known for its small-lot, hand harvested, vineyard-designated, and clonal selection Rhône and Burgundian varietals. The winery specialises in estate grown Syrah, Riesling, and Viognier as well as Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Sta. Rita Hills and Santa Maria Valley AVA’s. Outstanding fruit sources, including some of the finest vineyards in the county, coupled with skilled winemaking, led by Blair Fox, form the foundation for the winery’s success. Fess Parker Winery’s estate vineyard, Rodney’s, received its SIP (Sustainable in Practice) Certification in 2020. Now three generations in, the Fess Parker Family is proud to carry on Fess’s legacy of wine heritage and hospitality in Santa Barbara.

Tasting notes

On the nose, this wine exhibits aromas of black cherry,forest floor, lavender, raspberry, rose petal and vanilla. Flavours of Bing cherry, red currant, cranberry, earth, cacao and a touch of mineral can be savored.

Winemaking

Food pairings

Pairs well with charcuterie or a nice cheese plate, roast beef or veal or braised short ribs.

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