The Hines family’s winemaking journey in Sta. Rita Hills demonstrates how patience pays off. After six harvests, their entry-level label The Set has begun earning praise for its fresh, nervy style at under $50, while their higher-end William Hines wines are poised to debut with nuanced expressions of Pinot Noir from heirloom clones. What began as careful vineyard work and modest production is now gearing up into “Act Two” — hospitality plans and deeper engagement with the terroir.
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