Rhys, Pinot Noir San Mateo County other_regions_italy (most growers declare this as

(most growers declare this as Montmains)

Alta Mesa vineyard (Santa Barbara County)

Still quite dark crimson

A distinctly spicy nose reflects notes of Asian-style tea

Lovely stuff

Rhys, Pinot Noir San Mateo County other_regions_italy (most growers declare this asMuch more fruit loaded and rounded than the Santa Cruz Mountains release, the 2013 Pinot Noir San Mateo County comes mostly from the Family Farm vineyard, with a touch from Horseshoe. It gives up lots of strawberry, Bing cherry, spice, and floral nuances to go with beautiful fruit and texture on the palate. It's one of the most approachable Pinots in the lineup, but I suspect it will still have another 5 7 years of longevity.