| Rating | 90 2021 Top 50 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Appellation |
Sta. Rita Hills Santa Barbara County Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Price | $30.00 |
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| Review Updated | 2021-11-17 |
Perfect For
All-Day Sipping, Dinner Parties, Wine And Cheese Night
Drink If You Like
Gamay, Merlot , Pinot Noir
Wenzlau Vineyard 'The Drawing Board' Estate Pinot Noir 2017 Review
This wine is very aromatic and smells like cherries, fresh-turned soil, and a whiff of cinnamon. It has nice, light, and bright acidity that holds up the medium body without sacrificing the core of fruit.
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