Star Lane Vineyard, located at the far eastern end of the Santa Ynez Valley, is both the warmest and the highest elevation vineyard in the appellation. Backing up to the lower slopes of the San Rafael Mountains which loom high above the ranch, Star Lane features a unique range of weathered sand, gravel and alluvial cobbles over a clay/loam subsoil. With both excellent drainage and good water holding capacity in the subsoil, these conditions mimic those of the best properties of Bordeaux and are an ideal home for our small block of Sauvignon Blanc. At the southern-most end of our canyon, this block benefits from a stronger maritime influence than the rest of the ranch, promoting even ripening and racy acidity in the wines. The Sauvignon Blanc at Star Lane is typically picked a full week in advance of our neighbors' and lends itself to a powerful yet balanced style of wine.