2017 Morgan Double L Vineyard Clone RC Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.0% alc., 100 cases, $65. Cuttings from a famous vineyard in Burgundy were grafted onto a small block of vines at the top of the estate Double L Vineyard. These organic grapes were 100% de-stemmed. Native yeast fermentation and aging for 11 months in French oak barrels, 45% new. · Light ruby red color in the glass. Bright aromas of cherry, spice and sous-bois. Light to mid weight in concentration and elegant in style, with flavors of red cherry, raspberry and cranberry with an accent of spice and botanical goodness. A dreamy, feminine wine with terrific balance and oak management that aims to please out of the chute. Reviewed March 23, 2019. Score: 94. Reviewed September 19, 2021

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