Austin Hope Appellation Series wines are driven by our thirst for discovery.
From Santa Barbara to Paso Robles and beyond, these limited selections come from vineyards and districts that have captured our imagination. The Appellation Series opens up a world of possibilities while reflecting the quality and curation that are the marks of all Austin Hope wines.
Austin Hope Syrah | Santa Barbara
A wine from some of the oldest Syrah vineyards in Santa Barbara County, reflecting the roots of the California Syrah movement. Santa Barbara County’s ultra-coastal terroir is vividly reflected in this limited-edition Syrah, most notably with its meaty character and white pepper spices. The palate is juicy and sumptuous, with soft energy on the finish. A must-try for fans of cool climate Syrah.
Austin Hope Syrah-Grenache | Santa Barbara
Austin Hope’s longtime fascination with Rhône varieties finds new expression with this Syrah-Grenache blend, grown in the ultra-coastal terroir of Santa Barbara County. The classic synergy between these two varieties is evident in the wine’s sleek, seamless character. The mouthfeel is rich yet vibrant, reflecting both the darkness of Syrah and the lightness of Grenache. A wine for fans of all things Rhône.
Austin Hope Grenache | Paso Robles
Austin Hope’s latest ode to Paso Robles, expanding his Grenache interests beyond the family estate and into the Adelaida District. This is a wine that bears all the signatures of its coastal mountain terroir—warm afternoons that draw out ripe expression; shallow calcareous soils that impart structural finesse; and marine cooling that fosters energy and elegance. An enchanting rendition of Grenache, flush with lavender, strawberry and summer herbs.
Austin Hope Grenache | Santa Barbara
Winemaker Austin Hope has long been a proponent of Grenache. Now comes his captivating cool-climate expression of this classic Rhône variety, grown in the diverse terroirs of Santa Barbara County. Matured for 15 months in French oak barrels, Austin Hope Santa Barbara Grenache is fresh, sleek and expansive with hints of loam and lavender—vivid signatures of the wine’s coastal roots.
Austin Hope Pinot Noir | Santa Barbara
Austin Hope is a stickler when it comes to Pinot Noir, demanding a pure and rich expression from this temperamental grape. This is why his Pinot Noir comes from some of the best-known vineyards in Santa Barbara County, where the climate is coastal and the sandy loam soils are rich with ancient seabed deposits. The result is a wine that floods the mouth with luscious flavors and impeccable weight, reflecting the best of Santa Barbara Pinot Noir.
