2013 CARR Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir

14.0% alc., 404 cases, $35. Released March 2015. A blend of 3 vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills. Clones 113, 114, 115, 667, 777, and Pommard. Aged 12 months in 100% French oak barrels, 15% new. · Medium reddish purple hue in the glass. Aromas and flavors of plum sauce, black grapes, black currants in a soft, creamy, light to mid weight, riper fruit style that is a bit shallow on the palate. The modest tannins make for easy approachability, but oak plays too big a role. Score: 87. Reviewed July 12, 2015

Winery: Carr Vineyards & Winery
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