2012 Rhys Alpine Vineyard Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir

12.9% alc., magnum. · Dark garnet color in the glass. Intriguing aromas of black cherry, baking spices, tobacco, rose petal and Chanel #5. Over time, my enthusiasm for the nose reached a seductive stage and my notes say, “Great.!” Packed with chewy black fruits but very polished and silky in texture. Nothing out of place with complete integration of tannins. The generously- fruited finish easily last 30 seconds. This PrimaDonna is easily a 20-year wine. Score: 97. Reviewed September 19, 2021

Winery: Rhys Vineyards
From article: Elite California Pinot Noir Vineyards Part III: Central Coast - Santa Cruz Mountains