2019 Testarossa Garys’ Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., 600 cases, $76. Aged 16 months in French oak barrels, 57% new. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Nicely composed perfume with scents of cherry, red grape, red rose petal and peppery herbs. Light to mid-weight in style with a glorious charge of vivid, spicy black cherry fruit. Amazingly long in the mouth and on the generous finish. Very polished with enviable harmony. At this stage, the palate far exceeds the nose in allure. Reviewed June 13, 2021. Score: 93. Reviewed September 19, 2021

Winery: Testarossa Vineyards
From article: Elite California Pinot Noir Vineyards Part III: Central Coast - Santa Lucia Highlands