Deovlet Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir Zotovich Family Vineyard 2021 CS20230516 blackberry

blackberry

Still unfolding in youth

bitter liqueur that can substitute for both classic sweet vermouths and alpine digestive tonics

orange blossom and grapefruit

Bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV)

Deovlet Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir Zotovich Family Vineyard 2021 CS20230516 blackberryDeovlet has partnered with the Zotovich Family Vineyard since 2011, a marriage of vision and terroir 8 miles from the Pacific. Sandy loam and diatomaceous earth at 350 feet elevation yield Pinot Noir of bright focus and compelling nuance. Smoke, lavender, mint, and cola intrigue the nose; the palate unfolds with blood orange, black cherry, and red plum enveloped in warm black pepper and nutmeg. Fine tannins provide shape without weight. This is Santa