2018 Sanford Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., 2,611 cases, $75. Aged 16 months in French oak barrels, 30% new.Composed of 11 clones and represents the best lots of the harvest. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Aromas of cherry, spice cabinet, and vanilla latte. Somewhat delicate in a mid-weight style with flavors of red cherry and red berry accompanied by cloying oak. Silky in the mouth with svelte tannins and a modestly long finish. Score: 91. Reviewed September 19, 2021

Winery: Sanford Winery
From article: Elite California Pinot Noir Vineyards III: Central Coast - Sta. Rita Hills