2012 Big Basin Vineyards Alfaro Family Vineyard Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir

13.0% alc., 145 cases, $48. 43% whole cluster, indigenous yeast fermentation, aged 15 months in French oak barrels. Unfined and unfiltered. · A savory wine of great interest with plenty of spice and floral nuances supplementing the core of red and black berry and cherry fruits. Impressive phenolic ripeness at this alcohol level with enough sappy fruit to satisfy any Pinot drinker. The stem tannins are firm and slightly astringent and need time to integrate. Score: 92-94. Reviewed April 4, 2015

Winery: Big Basin Vineyards
From article: Tastes of World of Pinot Noir