Alain farms according to the pragmatic principles of lutte raisonnée

scented flowers and citrus hints creep in from the Merseguera

intense nose

work only with indigenous grapes

Small portion aged in neutral oak

Lieu Dit Cabernet Franc, 2023 merlot Alain farms according to theLieu Dit is a relatively new winery, a partnership between friends Eric Railsback and Justin Willett in Santa Barbara. They are making solid, exciting, highly sought after wines on the Central Coast, focusing on Loire Valley varietals. Roasted red pepper, dark violets, black plum, suede, tobacco, eucalyptus + graphite on the nose. The palate shifts to dark plum and perfectly ripe blackberries; well integrated tannins and a precise, structured finish