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Mail Road Wines

Mail Road Wines

About Mail Road Wines

Mail Road Wines was founded in 1989 in Santa Barbara by winemakers Matt Dees and Michael Palmer. Dees brings experience from Craggy Range in New Zealand and Staglin in Napa Valley. The program centers on Mt. Carmel Vineyard in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, where six blocks span 22.5 acres at 800 to 1000 feet elevation. Heritage Chardonnay and Pinot Noir clones are planted on organically and principally dry-farmed land. The 2022 Mt. Carmel Chardonnay earned 97 points from Jeb Dunnuck at The Wine Advocate. The 2022 Mt. Carmel Pinot Noir scored 95 points from the same critic.

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Pinot NoirChardonnay

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Good to know about Mail Road Wines

Yes, Mail Road Wines has a tasting room open to visitors.
Mail Road Wines focuses on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay. Signature bottles include Mt. Carmel Pinot Noir Vintage 2022, Mt. Carmel Chardonnay Vintage 2022. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Mail Road Wines is in Santa Barbara, CA, in the Central Coast wine region. Phone: (805) 245-2006. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Mail Road Wines was established in 1989, giving the estate 37 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Mail Road Wines is led by Matt Dees, Michael Palmer. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.

Where to find Mail Road Wines

133 E De La Guerra St #106
Santa Barbara, CA, United States of America

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