Ojai
Ojai produces wines from Santa Maria Valley, a cool-climate pocket of California's Central Coast known for Pinot Noir and Syrah. The winery's portfolio centers on these two varieties, which thrive in the region's maritime influence and diurnal temperature swings. The Henry Daniel Syrah and Melville Vineyards Syrah showcase the dark fruit and structural complexity that define Santa Maria Valley Shiraz, while the Kessler-Haak Vineyard Pinot Noir reflects the region's capacity for elegant, nuanced expressions of the variety. These wines have been assessed by Wine Enthusiast, Wine Advocate, and Decanter. Santa Maria Valley's cool conditions and varied soil types create conditions for wines with natural acidity and layered character—qualities evident across Ojai's core offerings.
Critics
Wine Enthusiast, Wine Advocate, Decanter