2013 Asuncion Ridge San Luis Obispo County Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., 215 cases, $42. Estate grown on a vineyard located high on a ridge of the Santa Lucia Mountains range overlooking the Pacific Ocean on the Central Coast. Clones are 115, 667, Pommard 4 and 5, and HRM (Hoffman Mountain Ranch). · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. The nose offers both complexity and depth, with aromas of cherry, raspberry, dried herbs and sweet oak. Middleweight styled, with forward flavors of cherry and dark red berries. Nicely composed and pleasant with balanced tannins and deft oak integration. Score: 89. Reviewed June 18, 2016

Winery: Asuncion Ridge Vineyards & Inn
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted California Pinot Noir