2020 Testarossa Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., pH 3.38, TA 0.656, RS .05%, 648 cases, $74. Released April 2022. 12-year-old vines. CCSW vineyard. 100% de-stemmed, fermented in stainless steel. Aged 17 months in French oak barrels, 56% new. · Dark garnet color in the glass. The woodsy nose is replete with aromas of potting soil, woodpile, peat and blackberry fruit. Mid-weight plus in style, with a rich core of pomegranate, purple and black berry fruits framed by gracious tannins for easy approachability. Impeccable harmony with a velvety texture and welcome persistence on the gloriously-fruited finish. Still gorgeous when tasted two days later from a previously opened bottle. Score: 95. Reviewed December 3, 2022

Winery: Testarossa Vineyards
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