2013 Landmark Vineyards Overlook California Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., $25. Released February 2015. A blend of vineyard sites in Sonoma (64%), Monterey (27%) and San Benito counties. Grapes are fermented in small, single vineyard lots and aged 10 months in 100% French oak barrels. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Strawberry aromas dominant the nose, with added notes of raspberry, dark red rose petal and toasty oak. Soft and velvety on the palate with easy-to-like flavors of strawberry, plum, and cherry framed by very modest tannins, and a modest tug of oak. Score: 89. Reviewed April 20, 2015

Winery: Landmark Vineyards
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir, Rosé & Chardonnay