2018 Sea Smoke Ten Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., N/A. Released October 2020. 100% destemmed, inoculated with cultured yeasts after a 5-day cold soak, and aged in French oak barrels, 68% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Brooding aromas initially exhibiting aromas of earth-charged dark fruits. Mid-weight plus in size, with plenty of blackberry and cassis fruit to satisfy. Oak plays a noticeable role.Tightly coiled, with an extremely long, black raspberry infused finish. More personality when tasted the following day from a previously opened bottle. Typically the Southing bottling is more approachable and features dark red fruits. The Ten bottling is bigger, richer, and displays more tannin and oak input while blacker fruits are featured. Score: 94. Reviewed September 19, 2021

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