2013 Black Kite Cellars Soberanes Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.8% alc., pH 3.60, TA 0.58, 423 cases, $55. Pisoni clone. Aged 11 months in French oak barrels, 33% new. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Very engaging nose offering hi-tone aromas of cherries, red berries and latte. Succulent on the palate, with flavors of pie cherry, red berries and cola dancing in harmony with a deft touch of oak. Impressive harmony and a consuming finish that seems to last and last. Score: 92. Reviewed December 12, 2015

Winery: Black Kite Cellars
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir & Chardonnay