2005 A.P. Vin Pinot Noir Rosella's Vineyard - USA, California, Central Coast, Santa Lucia Highlands (5/2/2007)
Ripe, dark cherry fruit, a little spice and some earthy notes. This is clearly Pinot Noir, and once again reinforces my appreciation for the 2005 vintage. The alcohol does not stick out, the fruit is not candied, and there's a sense of balnce that I did not find in any 2004 Central Coast Pinots. Nicely done.