Taupenot Merme, Clos Lambrays Vintage:2017 The 2017 Pinot Noir Sanford

The 2017 Pinot Noir Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is a singular

This is a bit finer than usual thanks to the relatively dense but fine-grained tannins though I underscore that finer than usual or not

(from 11 different parcels totaling 1

lemon zest and discreet wood toast

this keeps coming at you

Taupenot Merme, Clos Lambrays Vintage:2017 The 2017 Pinot Noir SanfordHere there is no reductive funk and in fact the nose is really quite pretty with its airy mix of red and dark pinot fruit that display top notes of spice and herbal tea. The forward and quite supple lighter weight flavors possess a beguiling mouthfeel partially due to the refined tannins, all wrapped in a sophisticated, lilting and energetic finish. This is an elegant and classy if not particularly dense wine. (90 93) 2027+