2013 Blair Estate Delfina’s Vineyard Arroyo Seco Monterey County Pinot Noir

14.8% alc., 400 cases, $45. Released summer 2016. Clones are Pommard 4 (50%), 115, 667 and 777. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. The expressive nose offers scents of cherry, sandalwood and cigar box. The gorgeous mid weight core of Bing cherry fruit alerts the senses, expands in the mouth, and finishes on a high note with plenty of cherry goodness. There is significant oak overlay but I did not find it particularly intrusive, and otherwise the wine’s balance was quite tidy. Score: 90. Reviewed September 7, 2016

Winery: Blair Estate
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