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“When creating pinot noir to pair with Japanese cuisine, we value balance and texture as much as aromatics. Creating harmonious, cool-climate wines is at the heart of our philosophy.”
Shalini Sekhar, Winemaker
Shalini Sekhar, Winemaker
Sharing a background in music, and a love of wine and cuisine, Xander and award-winning winemaker Shalini work together to craft a unique, high-quality pinot noir made in an old-world, minimal intervention style from the most iconic vineyards across California.
Shalini was named “Winemaker of the Year” at the 2015 San Francisco International Wine Competition and a San Francisco Chronicle “Winemaker to Watch” in 2019. She has worked with prestigious wineries including Roar, Williams Selyem, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, Furthermore, Waits-Mast, and Neely, along with her own label, Ottavino.
