2020 - Sanford and Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir, Racines, Sta. Rita Hills

Country: United States |
Region: California |
Appellation: Sta. Rita Hills |
Producer: Racines |
Colour: Red |
ABV: 13.3% |

Tasting Notes

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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 01 Aug 22
The 2020 Pinot Noir Sanford and Benedict Vineyard is awkward The strong stem influence that marks these Pinots is not as pronounced from a flavor perspective, but the mid-palate is hollow and lacking in the suppleness that is such a signature of S and B. Perhaps that will come in time. Dark cherry, plum, lavender, spice and dried herbs emerge, but with great reticence.
Drinking Date: 2023 - 2028
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Jancis Robinson Jancis Robinson - 28 Jun 23
Deep clay on gravels. 60% from the original dry-farmed plantings that date to the early 1970s. Tasted from a wax-sealed magnum.Transparent garnet. Rich and floral. Very aromatic, lifted and transparent. Firm finish. (JR)
Drinking Date: 2024 - 2035