Racines Pinot Noir, Sanford & Benedict California 2019

The 2019 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict is a powerful, brooding wine. The high percentage of stems (75%) undoubtedly adds savory intensity, but it also masks some site character. The 2019 is a gorgeous wine, but it is also austere and not an especially typical expression of this site. I hope to have a chance to taste it in a decade. 94 points - Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Combination of three parcels throughout Sanford & Benedict vineyard. Cool climate from nearby Pacific Ocean,

Botella clay, loam. Full of chert and shale.

60% whole cluster / 15 days maceration. 19 months ageing, of which 30% is in new oak.

19 months in barrel - 30% new French oak