2006 Ken Brown Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., $30.
Primarily sourced from the Babcock Vineyard in the Santa Rita Hills.
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The nose is a bit reserved but pleasant showing scents of black cherries
and heavy oak. A fruit-driven wine propelled by dark stone fruits and
accents of root beer and toasty oak. Plenty of punch and richness that
picks up intensity in the glass. Very drinkable now.
Reviewed May 7, 2009
Winery: Ken Brown Wines
From article: Small Sips of More California Pinot