2018 Waxwing Deerheart Vineyard Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., $48. Produced and bottled by Waxwing Cellars, Sonoma, CA. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Complex nose exhibiting aromas of black cherry, underbrush, fern, and cedar-inspired oak. The mid-weight essence of spiced black cherry is appealing on the palate. There is but a hint of oak backing. The wine picks up length and intensity on the finish over time in the glass. The slightest alcoholic warmth shows up on the lips as the wine warms up. Score: 91. Reviewed May 16, 2021

Winery: Waxwing Wine Cellars
From article: Recently Tasted Pinot Noir from A to W