Chanin Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sta Rita Hills, USA 2020 Volnay with lightweight tannins and flavors

with lightweight tannins and flavors of raspberry

creamy and lush

A blend of half Chenin Blanc

with aromas of pear and melon developing into citrus and pineapple notes

bee pollen

Chanin Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sta Rita Hills, USA 2020 Volnay with lightweight tannins and flavorsFrom a site on the other (southern) side of the appellation, the 2020 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir saw quite a bit more stems and was fermented with 40% stems and brought up in 20% new oak. It has a wonderful nose of ripe red and black currants as well as subtle woodsmoke, dried herbs, and forest floor. This carries to a pure, medium bodied, balanced Pinot Noir with ripe tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. 94 Pts Jeb