Spiced oak aromas entice in this intense and large-boned Pinot Noir, enhanced by the marine fog (ake”) that travels up the Santa Ynez River canyon every evening. Made with low-vigor clones grown on shallow clay soils and aged 16 months in French oak, it has bright acidity and a dense texture. Robust meaty notes are tempered by lavender and cherry.
Meredith May, April 2019