Brewer-Clifton 2012 459 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills)

Country: US / 459
Variety: Pinot Noir California
Winery: Brewer-Clifton / Sta. Rita Hills

A fruity nose of red currants and cooked cherries shows how well Greg Brewer and Steve Clifton achieve balance amidst ripeness. The palate allows a little raspberry juice, yet is powered by dill, licorice, wet sagebrush, anise and pencil lead, proving savory and supple all at once.