(most growers declare this as Montmains)

dark fruit with top notes of tobacco leaf

Quite open

(93-96)/2035+

This is the first vintage of this wine under its new name

The Hilt, Vanguard Pinot Noir Vintage:2016 (most growers declare this as(made from fruit grown in the Sanford & Benedict and Bien Nacido vineyards; 45% new oak), Brilliant ruby red. Highly perfumed aromas of red and dark berry preserves and allspice, complicated by a sexy potpourri element. Shows very good clarity and lift on the palate, with strong mineral cut to its exotic raspberry and cherry cola flavors. Emphatically fruity and broad on the finish, which is nicely framed by smooth, slow building tannins. This suave