2019 Morgan Double L Vineyard Clone 114 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.0% alc., pH 3.45, T 0.59, 97 cases, $65. Grapes were hand sorted in the vineyard and a second time at the winery before destemming. Whole berry fermentation started with native and cultured yeasts. The wine was aged for 10 months in French oak barrels, 50% new. · A single 114 clone Pinot Noir is a rarity. Organic clone 114 grapes. Aromas of blueberry, black cherry, clay, spice and a floral imprint. Mid-weight plus in concentration, with generous amounts of earth-toned blueberry, boysenberry and pomegranate fruit flavors framed by a noticeable but not imposing tannic spine. Picks up appeal over time in the glass and although not too complicated, it drew me in with its irresistible core of fruit flavors. Score: 94. Reviewed October 10, 2021

Winery: Morgan Winery
From article: Morgan Winery: The Upper Echelon of California Pinot Noir Production