The 2017 is no exception

100% new wood where the inside of the barrel has been steam washed first)

If anything

The round yet nicely detailed middle weight flavors are not especially dense

There are still residual fermentation aromas to the mildly exotic aromas of white peach

Chanin, Sanford & Benedict Pinot Noir other_regions_australia The 2017 is no exceptionThe 2020 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is soft, inviting and easy to drink. Pale ruby, it is scented of raspberry, blueberry, violet and bergamot with touches of earth and aniseed. Made with about 35% whole clusters, the light bodied palate offers a whisper of chalky tannins, bright acidity and lingering floral character on the uplifted finish.