2017 Morgan Double L Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., pH 3.43, TA 0.69, 991 cases, $65. Vineyard certified organic in 2002, but has been conscientiously farmed in this method since the original plantings in 1997. Clones 114, 115, 667, 777, Pommard and Swan.100% de-stemmed, whole berry fermentation with native and cultured yeasts. Aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 40% new. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Lovely aromas of black cherry, blueberry and spice cabinet. The wine gains intensity over time in the glass, displaying highly flavorful boysenberry and black raspberry fruits. Seamless in texture with deft oak management and integrated tannins, finishing with open arms. I liked this wine more when sampled from a bottle that had been opened for several hours. Score: 93. Reviewed July 20, 2019

Winery: Morgan Winery
From article: Recently Tasted California Wines