Country: US / Clos Pepe Vineyard
Variety: Pinot Noir California
Winery: Arcadian / Sta. Rita Hills
Another Joe Davis wine that’s benefited from patience, this bottling offers more mature character than the same vineyard’s 2009. Umami touches of soy, shiitake and leather underscore the cherry and raspberry scents on the nose. It has a grippy texture and a subtly presented range of flavors—from dried anise and Christmas spice to elderberry, cranberry and dried plum skin.