2017 Morgan Double L Vineyard Clone RC Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.0% alc., pH 3.56, TA 0.66, 100 cases, $65. Cuttings smuggled from a very famous vineyard in Burgundy were grafted to a small block at the top of the estate Double L Vineyard. Organic grapes were 100% destemmed. Native yeast induced whole berry fermentation in open top tanks. Aged 11 months in French oak barrels, 45% new. · Light ruby red color in the glass. Bright aromas of cherry, spice and sous-bois. Light to mid weight in concentration and elegant in style, with flavors of red cherry, raspberry and cranberry with an accent of spice and botanical goodness. A dreamy, feminine wine with terrific balance and oak management that aims to please out of the chute. Score: 94. Reviewed March 23, 2019

Winery: Morgan Winery
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