2013 Loring Wine Company Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., pH 3.65, 350 cases, $36, screwcap. Released September 2014. · Moderately dark cherry color in the glass. Fragrant with aromas of cherry, spice, rose petal, oak, and earthy flora. Mid weight flavors of earth-kissed black cherry and dark raspberry with good intensity and lift. The tannins are balanced, oak plays a complimentary role, and the finish offers a generous beam of black cherry fruit. This wine grew on me over time in the glass. Score: 90. Reviewed March 16, 2015

Winery: Loring Wine Company
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted Pinot Noir