Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard 2013 Bailey’s Branciforte Ridge Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains)

Country: US / Bailey’s Branciforte Ridge
Variety: Pinot Noir California
Winery: Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard / Santa Cruz Mountains

Black cherry, kola nut, licorice, clove and mulling spices show on the nose of this bottling from the high-elevation vineyard. The flavors are pure and easy, with tart cherry, thyme and peppery spice, all wrapped in an earthy overcoat.