| Rating | 91 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Appellation |
Sta. Rita Hills Santa Barbara County Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Price | $26.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2020-09-17 |
Perfect For
Cooking And Sipping, Dinner With The Parents, Impressing On A Budget
Drink If You Like
Merlot, Pinot Noir , Tempranillo
Lafond SRH Series Pinot Noir 2017 Review
This wine is nice, rich, and savory, with a tart twist. It smells like cherries and soil with a dollop of balsamic. The palate is so damn smooth, you’ll do a double take. It’s deep, but sultry smooth, and you just wanna chew on it. This wine, with a juicy duck breast, might make you giggle.
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