Magazine of wine 

Stretching across the rugged slopes overlooking the Salinas Valley, just south of Monterey, are the Santa Lucia Highlands (SLH). The Salinas Valley and the Santa Lucia Highlands are united in purpose, yet distinct in character. Together, they form a region as dynamic and inspiring as the visionary pioneers who have shaped it. The valley echoes the voice of agriculture, its fields a testament to human resourcefulness, while the Santa Lucia Highlands reveal the splendor of nature’s winemaking artistry. These windswept slopes, where vineyards embrace the fog from the Pacific Ocean, are embedded with ancient marine soils that converge to create wines that transcend time. The region’s focus on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay reflects its Burgundian kinship, with wines that exhibit complex red and black fruit profiles, a sense of finesse, and depth that rivals the world’s most celebrated appellations