Gamay has found a new frontier in Santa Barbara County, a region long dominated by Pinot Noir. Jack Campbell speaks with pioneering young winemakers who are helping to establish a future for this beloved grape.
“Despite having Gamay under vine, Hines remains uncertain about the grape’s future in Santa Barbara. ‘I hope more people plant it around here ’cause I would love for it to become a household name, you know, that people search out like they do Pinot. The quality’s there. I mean, will it ever reach the heights of the best Pinot, or whatever? Who cares? Pinot’s not going anywhere. Hopefully, Gamay is going somewhere.'”
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