2014 Bernardus Soberanes Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., 381 cases, $55. Release September 1, 2016. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Fruit-driven aromas of red and black cherry are blended with oak-driven scents of toast and cigar smoke. The black cherry fruit is dusted with flavors of toasty oak, black tea and dark chocolate. Earthbound, with filigree tannins and a modest finish. Score: 89. Reviewed August 17, 2016

Winery: Bernardus Vineyards & Winery
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