2015 Loring Wine Company Rancho La Viña Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.6% alc., pH 3.75, 300 cases, $54, screwcap. · Moderately dark reddish purple color in the glass. The nose is rather primary, with delicate aromas of raisin, black fruits and marzipan. The fruit pushes the ripeness envelope, veering to a roasted character omnipresent in this mid weight plus styled wine that is fruit-driven and lacking nuance. A thread of nutty oak plies the background, the tannins are well integrated, and the finish is of modest length. I found the wine still too ripe flavored for my liking the following day when tasted from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 86. Reviewed October 30, 2016

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