2023 Clarice Wine Co. Pinot Noir, Garys’ Vineyard – Santa Lucia Highlands

Elevate your wine experience with the 2023 Clarice Wine Co. Pinot Noir from the renowned Garys’ Vineyard in Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey, Central Coast, California. This exceptional vintage has garnered critical acclaim, earning 97 points from Jeb Dunnuck, 95-97 points from Vinous, and 93-95 points from Wine Advocate, cementing its status as a potential classic.

Crafted from the Pisoni Clone, this Pinot Noir showcases the unique terroir of Garys’ Vineyard, with its rocky terrain imparting a structured profile marked by dark stones, lavender, and black cherries. The wine’s ripe structure and penetrating richness are complemented by a long, focused finish filled with sweet, luscious fruits and fine, powdery tannins.

Experts praise its complexity and layering, with notes of blue/purple fruit, violet candies, and exotic Moroccan spices, alongside hints of coastal herbs. The cool growing season has tempered its power, resulting in a balanced wine that is both concentrated and fresh.

Winemaker Notes highlight the meticulous process of sourcing grapes from two distinct sections of the vineyard, harvested simultaneously to achieve optimal ripeness and purity. With an alcohol content of 13.8%, this Pinot Noir is perfect for those seeking a sophisticated, age-worthy wine that promises an incredibly bright future.

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