We share today an incredible winery that utilizes some extreme farming. Slopes at these locations reach 40% grade The founder of Rhys Vineayrds, Kevin Harvey, had a successful software career prior to stating his winery. He began planting Pinot Noir in his backyard near the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA and has had his first vintage in 2004. The new release wines by Rhys from the slightly cooler 2023 vintage. They are not quite the level of their single vineyards but are completely outstanding, with a beginning, middle and an end.
Check out the outstanding 2023 Rhys ‘Mt. Pajaro Vineyard’ Chardonnay (OB, 96) which is dense, salty and highly nuanced. Learn more about this incredible new lineup of wines at https://rhysvineyards.com Here are the exciting new wines by Rhys Vineyards
2023 Rhys Vineyards ‘Mt. Pajaro Vineyard’ Chenin Blanc- A sensational Chenin Blanc bottling, the 2023 ‘Mt. Pajaro’ shows off its oily mouthfeel. Rich melon fruits collide with stony minerals and diatom notes on the palate. Drink 2026-2033- 93
2023 Rhys Vineyards ‘Mt. Pajaro Vineyard’ Chardonnay- The salty and highly nuanced 2023 ‘Mt. Parajo’ Chardonnay is loaded with minerality and tension. Rich tropical fruits parade with shades of crushed seashells, lemon oil and sage undertones. Complex and highly delicious enjoy now and over the next ten years. Drink 2026-2036- 93
2023 Rhys Vineyards ‘Mt. Pajaro Vineyard’ Pinot Noir- Coming from this slightly cooler vintage, the 2023 Rhys Vineyards ‘Mt. Pajaro Vineyard’ Pinot Noir offers shades of black truffle shavings on the palate, with a glorious melange of red and dark fruits, alongside chocolate and wintergreen notes. Dense and mineral-laden with fabulous freshness, enjoy now and over the next ten plus years. Drink 2026-2040- 96