This is a special wine, with a concentrated feel and deep flavor that can be felt from the aroma. It can be said that an evolved flor was born as a result of improving the contact with the lees. Sparkling golden color, with aromas of agave nectar, nectarine, truffle corn, and yuzu. In the mouth, it is creamy, with a splash of acidity, chamomile, lime peel, acacia honey, and lemon. It is powerful yet light. A smooth and highly refined wine has been created. The owner of Screaming Eagle, a representative of California cult wine, showed interest in Santa Barbara in 2000. He was told that it would be better to grow asparagus on the land, so he planted Bordeaux varieties. This gamble, which he said was a "big gamble," led to the creation of a super premium wine that represents California, thanks to the efforts of Matt Deese, the winemaker of Michel Rolland and Staglin. Robert Parker states, "It's mind-blowing how they've been able to do it with Bordeaux varieties there." Honata is 600 gorgeous acres of golden hills, 80 of which were carefully selected for their unique microclimates and soils. The land is divided into over 50 blocks and sub-blocks, each with a different combination of rootstocks, clones and planting densities. The result is the variety of flavors that winemaker Matt needs for Honata. After graduating from the University of Vermont with a degree in plant and soil science, Matt moved to Napa Valley to work with Andy Erickson at Staglin Family Vineyards, learning about Bordeaux varieties. During his three years with Staglin, he also worked with Doug Weiser at Craggy Range in New Zealand for three vintages, adding Syrah and Pinot Noir to his resume. Matt learned the importance of expressing the flavors of the vineyard through his experience making Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Pinot Noir in both the northern and southern hemispheres. Dees strongly believes that the world's greatest wines are made in the field. He joined Honata in 2004 with his extensive and well-balanced background and passion for the high quality grapes of the vineyard. The winery is owned by Stan Kroenke, the owner of the famous California cult wine "Screaming Eagle". He is also the owner of the Denver Nuggets of the NBA and the St. Louis Rams of the NFL, and is the majority shareholder of Arsenal of the Premier League.