2013 Mayhall Tibbs Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., $9.99-$10.99. A Trader Vic’s valuepriced wine. The winery (name withheld but vinified in Buellton) had to move inventory and this translated into a great price. Aged 10 months in French oak barrels. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. This wine is true to its varietal character with plenty of lip-smacking sweet darker cherry and berry fruits in a ripe, full-bodied and smoothly textured style that is forward drinking. You won’t find a better California Pinot Noir for this price in the marketplace. Even the label looks like there is a $40 wine inside. Score: 88. Reviewed November 5, 2015

Winery: Mayhall Tibbs
From article: Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir: The Bar Keeps Moving Higher