Just beginning to show its true colors. This one is very special. Classic ±state nose
of black fruit, red cherry and tobacco. Bigger and broader and more generous than
previous vintages due to naturally low yields, a perfectly warm vintage and
increased concentration from fifteen-year-old vines. Supple and soft. Nothing out
of place in this wine. It highlights the diatom structure with fine grain grit and
forgiving, but long-lasting tannins. Almost decadent fruit, but it is held in check by
earthy notes of porcini and dried herbs. Savory and refreshing. Dark and brooding,
but absolutely buoyed by acidity and fresh verve. Sophisticated, sensual, complex
and utterly delicious. A pinot noir that checks all of the boxes. Long race on the
finish between silky dark fruit and a delicate dusting of tannin. ±verything
I could hope for in a glass.
5,650
Sta. Rita Hills
14.1%
Radian Vineyard (cl. misc.),
Bentrock Vineyard (cl. misc.)
20% new French oak, 80% neutral French oak, 11 months
