Tyler 2023 Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara County

Tyler’s 2023 Pinot Noir is all about clarity. It opens with bright red fruit—cherry, cranberry, a little pomegranate—set against the herbal brush that’s so much a part of Santa Barbara’s coastal vineyards. The freshness here isn’t just acidity, it’s energy. The wine feels alive, moving with tension but never sharp.

There’s no makeup on this Pinot. No heavy oak, no excess extraction. It carries itself on balance alone, light on its feet yet persistent. The finish is clean, direct, and precise, with just enough spice to keep you leaning back in.

What I like most is how unforced it feels. This isn’t a wine built to impress in the first sip; it’s one you want to sit with. Honest, detailed, and quietly elegant, it shows how much strength there is in restraint.