Join us for our 4th Annual Pinot and Paella event on Saturday May 26th from 12 pm to 3 pm at Arista. Nationally recognized paella master, Chef Gerard Nebesky, will be pairing his famous paellas with brand new wine releases. Don't miss out on this annual afternoon of great wine, food and music! Limited Availability! Click on the "details" link to see menu, wine and music and further ticket information. 

The Gewurztraminer shows pure and tropical aromas of toasted coconut, mango and bananas upon opening of this dry, Alsatian styled wine. Vibrant flavors of passion fruit, lychee and guava greet the palate. There is beautiful tension between the crisp acidity of the fruit and subtle, creamy texture from the neutral French oak barrels. This crisp and refreshing Gewurztraminer with its mouthwatering acidity and minerality captures the true flavor profile of the renowned Alsatian wines from the Anderson Valley.

Our inaugural release of our El Diablo Vineyard Chardonnay opens with generous aromas of Asian pear, apple, lemon grass and a hint of roasted marshmallows to greet the nose. On the palate similar flavors of lemon, pear, apple, roasted nuts and cinnamon create an expression of Chardonnay that has a balance of both the fruit and oak elements and nice rounded flavors. The balance continues with the fruit and natural acidity that makes this wine an ideal companion with food.

The Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir opens with an inviting aroma of bright, red fruit like raspberry and wild cherry. Creamy, smooth flavors of cherry and raspberry are accentuated by the notes of sweet oak and gentle tannins. The smooth finish leaves the lingering flavors of red fruit, baking spice, and a hint of toasted French Oak. A crisp mid palate characterizes this classic Sonoma Coast blend.

The Mendocino Ridge and Anderson Valley blend expresses the best of the two most prominent Pinot Noir appellations in Mendocino County. Bold and generous notes burst from the glass both on the nose and the palate. The bouquet has distinct baking spice aromas like cinnamon and nutmeg that join together seamlessly with cherry and raspberry. Rich flavors of blackberry and espresso beans are gracefully integrated with mild oak tannins creating a unique and enticing flavor profile. This is a versatile wine that is great for sipping by itself or enjoying with a meal.

The Russian River Valley Pinot Noir is blend of our estate vineyards as well as the Toboni and Mononi vineyards, and it opens with fresh floral aromas, creamy raspberry and cinnamon spice notes. On the palate, bright crisp flavors of Satsuma plum and cranberry lend an elegant structure to the wine. The primary red fruit profile is layered with darker cola and licorice accents. The depth and complexity expressed in this wine exemplify classic Russian River Valley characteristics.

The Longbow Pinot Noir is our barrel selection wine. It is chosen from Arista’s most distinct Russian River Valley lots and opens with generous fruit and spice aromas. Flavors like dark cherry, plum, nutmeg, and cardamom spices immediately come to mind. Velvety textures layered with complex flavors of dark plum and black cherry are interspersed with hints of black tea, licorice and cola. This wine boasts of texture and dimension and will continue to improve nicely in cellar for the next 5 to 7 years.

The Bacigalupi Pinot Noir shows brambling fruit and an earthy nose, which are hallmark aromas of this historic Westside Road Vineyard. Interwoven aromas of strawberry and pomegranate combine with herbal notes of thyme, sage and bay leaf ultimately producing a delicate and sophisticated wine. Bright and focused flavors of pomegranate and raspberry highlight the wine’s natural acidity.

The Toboni Vineyard Pinot Noir has developed hallmark aromatics which showcase distinct layers of fruit and earth. Dried cherry leads to appealing earth notes like wild mushroom, sage and bay leaf. A creamy mid-palate bursts with distinct flavors of Bing cherry and ripe plum and a hint of vanilla or anise. This wine is a distinguished and elegant Pinot Noir that shines with food.

The Perli Vineyard Pinot Noir nose is subtle at first, but as the wine opens, aromas of sandalwood, dried cherry and blood orange reveal themselves. Soft tannins layered with generous flavors of plum and cherry cola are woven into just enough French oak to delicately enhance the pleasant, persistent finish. Historically, this high elevation vineyard produces a tight, compact wine that needs additional time in the cellar to full reach its potential – but it’s always been worth the wait!