J Wilkes 2014 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills)

Country: US /
Variety: Pinot Noir California
Winery: J Wilkes / Sta. Rita Hills

Tart pomegranate and cranberry meet with strong sagebrush and mace on the nose of this fairly priced bottling. The palate shows nutmeg, pine needle and juniper seasonings, which give depth to the bright and crisp cranberry-orange rind backbone. Pencil shavings add to the complexity.