2017 Frank Family Vineyards Carneros Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.68, TA 0.59, 5,000 cases, $38. The foundation for this wine is the Sangiacomo Vineyard and Beckstoffer Vineyard located in the heart of Carneros. Aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 33% new, 67% once and twice-filled. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. The nose leads with aromas of red cherry gumdrop, fertile soil and sandalwood. The mid weight essence of red cherry fruit is embellished with lavish oak. Silky in the mouth, with trim tannins and a modest finish. One thinks oak when drinking this wine. Score: 87. Reviewed July 20, 2019

Winery: Frank Family Vineyards
From article: Recently Tasted California Wines