2012 Bernardus Garys’ Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., 165 cases, $65. Pisoni clone. Aged in 100% French oak barrels of which 40% were new. · Medium reddish purple hue in the glass. Friendly aromas of darker berries plum sauce and subtle smoky oak. Very smooth and refined on the palate with intensely flavorful blackberry, black raspberry and black plum fruits backed by modest tannins. Impressive persistence on the glorious fruit-driven finish. The fruit really stands out in this wine. Score: 92. Reviewed February 8, 2015

Winery: Bernardus Vineyards & Winery
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir & Chardonnay