Byron 2008 Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley)

Country: US / Sierra Madre Vineyard
Variety: Pinot Noir California
Winery: Byron / Santa Maria Valley

Notable for its soft texture, thoroughly ripe fruit, and richness of mouthfeel, which is what you want in Pinot Noir. It’s not an ager, but so deliciously refined, you want to keep drinking. Shows ripe raspberries and cherries, with their liqueur counterparts, and the sweet smokiness of oak.