Racines is a collaboration between two classic houses and vignerons from France – Étienne de Montille of Burgundy and Rodolphe Péters of Champagne. They came together to join their experiences in hand-crafting wines of purity and transparency to create a range of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the cool climate of the Sta. Rita Hills in California. The wines are elegant and terroir-driven. The Sta. Rita Hills Cuvée shows a purity of flavor that is just remarkable. Bright red cherry/plum fruit, spice, cedar, new leather, and spice. Tons of nuance.