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2015 Two Sisters Lindsay’s Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
13.9% alc., pH 3.60, TA 0.68, $49.99. Clones 667 and 777. Average harvest Brix 25º. 100% de-stemmed with no crushing and cold soaked in open-top fermenters. Manual punch downs. Aged 16 months in French oak barrels, 80% new. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. The nose is largely dominated by oak-related aromas. Enviable core of oak-kissed purple grape, Hoisin sauce and black cherry flavors wrapped in modest tannins. Seductively silky in texture with noticeable purity of fruit, Better oak integration, more fruit aromas and overall a better drinking experience when re-tasted two days later from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 90. Reviewed October 8, 2017 ARTICLE »
2015 Two Sisters Lindsay’s Vineyard Reserve Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
14.3% alc., pH 3.57, TA 0.67, 301 cases. $80. Extremely heavy bottle. Clones 667 and 777. Average harvest Brix 25º. 100% destemmed with no crushing and cold soaked in open-top fermenters. Manual punch downs. 70% MLF. Aged 16 months in French oak barrels, 100% new. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Splendid aromas of black cherry, earth, herbs and toasty oak. Rich, full and sweet on the palate in a full-bodied style offering a plush black cherry fruit core accented by toast and licorice notes. The tannins are folded in and their is enough acidity for freshness. This is clearly a serious wine with intentions, but it will need more time in bottle to integrate more of the oak and reach full expression. Exceptional when tasted two days later from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 93. Reviewed October 8, 2017 ARTICLE »
2013 Two Sisters Courtney’s Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay
14.3% alc., $30. Sourced from a 123-acre vineyard located at 515 to 860 feet elevation. Clones 76 and 96 planted in limestone sand clay. Aged 16 months in French oak barrels. · Moderate golden yellow color and clear in the glass. Expressive aromas of lemon oil, white peach, butter and brioche satisfy. A rich, well-oaked style featuring ripe stone and tropical fruit flavors along with oak embellishments of toffee and caramel. The wine finishes with a good grip and grilled lemon and sandy beach aromatic themes. Score: 89. Reviewed April 19, 2017 ARTICLE »