2021 Racines Pinot Noir La Rinconada Vineyard
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Fermented with 70% whole clusters and aged in 20% new French oak, the 2021 Pinot Noir La Rinconada Vineyard opens with a roundly delicate, elegant nose that combines black cherry, chalk dust and dried herb aromas. The palate straddles silky, lifted focus and darker, refined depth within a gently polished texture. The finish centers on a weightlessly chalky yet subtly chewy spine that lingers with impressive length. A wine of understated refinement, this is a beautiful expression of one of the Sta. Rita Hills's most consistently remarkable vineyards.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Matthew Luczy, Wine Advocate
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The 2021 Pinot Noir La Rinconada Vineyard is another captivating wine from Racines. Blood orange, red cherry fruit, mint, spice, chalk and white pepper all open in the glass. The 70% whole clusters work beautifully with the wine's natural personality. Bright saline notes extend the dynamic finish effortlessly. This is a very, very pretty wine.