2009 Presqu’ile Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

13.7% alc., $42. 35% whole cluster, native yeast primary fermentation and native malolactic conversion. 56% Presqu’ile Vineyard and 44% Solomon Hills Vineyard. Clones 667, 115, Pommard and 777. Aged 14 months in 20% new French oak barrels. · Moderately dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Shy aromatics revealing demure scent of kirsch and mixed berries. Simple and direct flavors of black cherries and berries with a hint of spice, lively acidity and moderate fine-grain tannins. A good daily drinker. Decent. Reviewed May 15, 2011

Winery: Presqu’ile
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