Southing Pinot Noir 2004 is an estate bottling from Sea Smoke Cellars in Sta Rita Hills, named for its south-facing hillside orientation. This vintage is elegantly styled with a dark garnet hue, offering aromas of wild blueberry, black cherry and violets. The wine reflects the cool-climate acidity of California`s Central Coast, balanced by ample body and firm, ripe tannins that have integrated over two decades. It showcases the richness and concentration typical of the estate`s early years, with forest floor and earthy undertones adding complexity to its full-bodied and powerful palate.