Country: US / Duvarita Vineyard
Variety: Pinot Noir California
Winery: Chanin / Santa Barbara County
Raspberry and cinnamon spice hit the nose first followed by crushed cloves on this supremely balanced wine by Gavin Chanin from a vineyard that’s northwest of the Sta. Rita Hills. Dried cranberry fruit leads the palate, but it’s mostly powered by a potpourri of brown spices, from peppercorns to nutmeg. It’s a study of restrained ripeness that’s fresh and tasty.