On March 1, 2026, Barons Creek Vineyards owners Marc and Chris Chase lost their nephew, Ryder Harrington, to a senseless act of violence in Austin, Texas.
Ryder was just 19 years old and a student at Texas Tech University, full of ambition, humor, and an infectious love for life. He was the kind of person who could light up any room he walked into and had a special way of making everyone around him feel seen and valued.
While nothing can fill the void Ryder left behind, the Ryder Harrington Foundation (RHF) was created to ensure that his spirit of generosity, joy, and community continues to live on—touching the lives of others in the same way Ryder touched ours.
100% of proceeds benefit the Ryder Harrington Foundation.
Learn more about the Ryder Harrington Foundation (RHF) https://baronscreekvineyards.com/giving-back/
Crafted from 100% Pinot Noir grapes grown in California’s renowned Santa Lucia Highlands, a region celebrated for its cool coastal influence and exceptional Pinot Noir, this wine was aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.
TASTING PROFILE
Aromas
Inviting red fruit aromas with subtle layers of spice and oak.
Flavors
Light-bodied with soft tannins and balanced acidity, this Pinot Noir opens with a delicate richness and a fruit-forward, layered mouthfeel. Flavors of tart cranberry, strawberry, Bing cherry, red raspberry, and underripe blackberry are complemented by subtle hints of oak and spice.
Food Pairing
A versatile wine at the table, this Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with roasted or smoked turkey, Texas-style BBQ, salmon with a beet and goat cheese salad, or mushroom pizza with either a red or cream sauce. For the winemaker’s pick, pair it with mesquite-smoked pork ribs.
