2014 Big Basin Vineyards Alfaro Family Vineyard Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir

13.2% alc.,150 cases, $55. Vines are 15 years old. Clones 114, 115, 667 and 777 planted in sandy gravelly loam. · Moderately light cherry red color in the glass. Aromas of cherry, burnt tobacco, rose petal and spice pick up exuberance over time in the glass. Noticeable stem inclusion character which tended to integrate when tasted two days later from an opened bottle. Mid weight flavors of cherry and red berry with savory notes of burnt tobacco, spice and garden herbs. Silky in the mouth, with invisible tannins, admirable balance and some finishing intensity. A classy example of whole cluster goodness. Score: 93. Reviewed February 1, 2017

Winery: Big Basin Vineyards
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