Savory and floral, the 2022 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands) is every bit as composed as it is year after year, especially considering the stress of the growing season. Black raspberry, black sage and exotic spice tones introduce this neatly proportioned Pinot, finishing with a waft of dusty rose petals. There's so much to like. It's always exciting to pick up this much character in an appellation-level wine.

Baked black cherry, cola and root beer aromas are pleasantly rich on the nose of this bottling. The palate is bold and ripe with more cherry, caramel and nutmeg-dust flavors. Rose petal nuances add a floral kick to the finish.