A son of Santa Barbara, Justin Tyler Willett began Tyler in 2005 at the age of 24 - a champion of old vines - has since engaged the famed historic vineyards of Santa Barbara. With a firm belief that winemaking starts in the vineyard and the sincere desire to have minimal impact on the environment, grapes are farmed organically, handpicked at night, and sorted by hand at the winery. In the cellar, all lots are fermented using native yeast in large oak vats, and once dry the wines are put down to barrel for their elevage. After a year or so in barrel, the wines are racked, blended, and returned to the barrel for a few additional months before being bottled, typically unfined and unfiltered. A stunning example of California Pinot Noir, savoury and structured, floral, with ripe strawberries and great acidity. The challenge is to take your time with it! Swirling in the glass and time to reflect will reward you handsomely! But it tastes so good, you'll probably finish it rather quickly!