| Rating | 91 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Appellation |
Santa Cruz Mountains San Francisco Bay Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.7% |
| Price | $55.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2024-04-16 |
Perfect For
Dinner Parties, Dinner With The Parents, Pleasing A Crowd
Drink If You Like
Gamay, Mencia , Pinot Noir
Rhys Vineyards Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir 2021 Review
Rhys works to craft great wines from California's most interesting mountain vineyards. This Pinot Noir comes from a number of sites in the Santa Cruz Mountains, with vineyards located 400 to 1,610 feet above sea level. The wine is aged in oak for 18 months, introducing well-integrated notes of vanilla and spice to the wine. The palate has pops of chocolate covered cherries and red berry fruit. A deeply enjoyable Pinot to sip.
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