2013 WHOA Farm Crane Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., TA 0.64, 630 cases, $35 (10% discount on a case). This 5-acre vineyard was planted in 2005 to Dijon 115, 667 and 777 clones and a rare clone of Italian origin (VCR 18). Harvest Brix 24.8º. Native yeast fermentation. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, 33% new, 33% 1-year, and 33% 2-year. Aged an additional 12 months before release. Unfined and unfiltered. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Nicely perfumed with fruity aromas of dark red stone and berry fruits. More purple fruits on the palate which is suave and silky. Nicely balanced with a compliment of smoky oak in the background. Score: 91. Reviewed December 12, 2015

Winery: WHOA Farm
From article: Winery of Year: Davis Family Vineyards