2018 Sea Smoke Southing Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., $N/A. Released October 2020. 100% destemmed, inoculated with cultured yeasts after a 5-day cold soak, and aged in French oak barrels, 28% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Very complex nose displaying aromas of earthy flora, black cherry, white pepper, tarragon, and seasoned oak. A delightful wine with a discrete concentration of black cherry and black raspberry fruit flavors with a valued touch of spice. A little more elegant than the 2017 Southing but offering a very long finish like that wine. Excellent rapport between the fruit, tannins and acidity. Score: 94. Reviewed September 19, 2021

Winery: Sea Smoke Cellars
From article: Elite California Pinot Noir Vineyards III: Central Coast - Sta. Rita Hills