Chanin Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sta Rita Hills, USA 2020 Volnay Best in years

Best in years

loess and loam around the village of Bockenheimer

and fresh red and black fruits

The fruit and wood flavors can be perceived thanks to its sweet and rounded tannins

Chanin Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sta Rita Hills, USA 2020 Volnay Best in yearsFrom a site on the other (southern) side of the appellation, the 2020 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir saw quite a bit more stems and was fermented with 40% stems and brought up in 20% new oak. It has a wonderful nose of ripe red and black currants as well as subtle woodsmoke, dried herbs, and forest floor. This carries to a pure, medium bodied, balanced Pinot Noir with ripe tannins, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. 94 Pts Jeb