2018 Waxwing Lester Family Vineyard Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., 133 cases, $42. Seventh vintage of this wine. Clones 115, 667 and Mt. Eden.100% de-stemmed, 5-day cold soak, and aged in once-used French oak barrels for 10 months. Bottled with light filtration. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Terrific nose infused with aromas of cherry, strawberry, red rose bud, sandalwood, and savory herbs. Light to mid-weight stylistically, with a blast of cherry and strawberry fruit that attacks the palate on entry and is expansive through the mid-palate. Very appealing elegance with gentle tannins, a hint of complimentary oak, and a long, juicy, lifted finish. Impressive harmony. Still exceptional when tasted the following day from a previously opened bottle. A very special value. Score: 94. Reviewed September 19, 2021

Winery: Waxwing Wine Cellars
From article: Elite California Pinot Noir Vineyards Part III: Central Coast - Santa Cruz Mountains