2016 Sangiacomo Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.60, TA 0.61, 215 cases, $60. Released May 2018. 40% Roberts Road, 40% Fedrick, and 20% Amaral vineyards. Clones 115, 667, 777 and Swan selection. 100% de-stemmed, 5-day cold soak with hand punch downs. Aged 16 months in French oak barrels, 30% new. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Aromas of boysenberry, spice, floral cologne and toasty oak. Soft and smooth in the mouth, with an intense mid palate presence of purple and black berry fruits. A hint of oak-driven spice and toast ply the background. The well-integrated tannins and juicy acidity compliment the wine. Score: 90. Reviewed July 21, 2018

Winery: Sangiacomo Wines
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