2016 Etude Deer Camp Vineyard Grace Benoist Ranch Carneros Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., pH 3.60, TA 0.56, 479 cases, $85. Estate grown. The site is planted primarily to a Martini selection of Pinot Noir. It is a California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance vineyard. This wine contains Martini selection along with Dijon 113 and 114.This small vineyard at Grace Benoist Ranch was named after an old deer camp structure that stands at the base of the site. 3 to 5-day cold soak, small % whole cluster, extended maceration. Aged 14 months in French oak barrels, 25% new. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Beautifully perfumed with aromas of red cherry, baking spice and sandalwood. Light to mid weight in style, and red cherry-driven There is a little purple berry and dark chocolate tastes as well. Rather elegantly composed and nicely balanced, with a modest finish. Score: 90. Reviewed July 20, 2019

Winery: Etude Wines
From article: Recently Tasted California Wines