2012 Valerie’s Vineyard One Acre Carneros Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., 100 cases, $40. 10th vintage. Produced and bottled at Benziger Family Vineyards in Glen Ellen, Sonoma County by winemaker Jeff McBride. Aged no less than 18 months in new and twice filled French oak. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Aromas of strawberry, cherry, seasoned oak and brewed tea. Light to mid weight flavors of red cherry, strawberry, raspberry and herbs. Appealing brightness and crispness with a firm tannic backbone and a pleasing cut of acidity on the frisky finish. Score: 90. Reviewed July 19, 2014

Winery: Benziger Family Winery
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir & Chardonnay & Outliers