Sean W. McBride
Sean W. McBride produces Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc from California. The winery's flagship Annie's Pinot Noir has been rated by Wine Enthusiast and Decanter, achieving an average prestige rating of 93.5. The Aisling Vineyard Pinot Noir, also from the same varietal, follows at 92.0. A Sauvignon Blanc from Fionna Vineyard rounds out the portfolio at 90.0 average prestige rating. Pinot Noir—the winery's primary focus—demands cool-climate precision and careful handling to express its delicate red fruit character and silky tannins. California's diverse microclimates support both the structured elegance expected of serious Pinot and the bright, mineral-driven profile of Sauvignon Blanc. The wines reflect the technical demands of these varieties and the region's capacity to produce refined expressions across multiple vineyard sites.
Critics
Wine Enthusiast, Decanter