2012 MacPhail Wightman House Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.80, TA 0.53, 193 cases, $55. Released spring 2014. 100% Martini clone. Harvest Brix 27.0º. Aged 11 months in 38% new, 25% 1-year-old, and 37% 2-year-old French oak barrels. · Dark reddish purple color in the glass. Dense and very ripe, showing typical Martini clone character. Aromas of cassis, blackberry, dark chocolate and a subtle floral note. A voluptuous array of black fruits are complimented with an underpinning of dark chocolate and well integrated oak. The tannins are grainy and robust, but well tucked in, and the finish displays serious extract. An ideal wine for steak or short ribs. Score: 91. Reviewed May 15, 2014

Winery: MacPhail Wines
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir