2018 Windy Oaks Estate Proprietor’s Reserve Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir

13.6% alc., $65 (sold out). The winery's signature wine, primarily sourced from the original 3-acre vineyard. Unfined and unfiltered. · Light garnet color in the glass. Very seductive aromas of cherry, spice, wilted rose and graham that build in intensity over time in the glass. Light to mid-weight in concentration, featuring flavors of cherry, raspberry, baking spices and vanilla. Packs more flavor than one would expect with the light color. Minimal tannins, good crispness and a modicum of oak. Score: 93. Reviewed September 19, 2021

Winery: Windy Oaks Estate Vineyards & Winery
From article: Elite California Pinot Noir Vineyards Part III: Central Coast - Santa Cruz Mountains