2022 Ashley's Pinot Noir

"Ripe cranberries, redcurrants, sappy floral nuances, and underbrush notes all emerge from the 2022 Pinot Noir Ashley's, a classy Sta. Rita Hills effort that picks up more marine and iodine-like nuances with time in the glass. Beautifully balanced, pure, and layered on the palate, it has terrific tannins and nicely integrated acidity." ~ Jeb Dunnuck "This cooler-climate site presents a dense, savory wine in this vintage. Aromas of truffle, mushroom, loam and forest floor meet violet and boysenberry on the nose. The bold palate mixes blackberry with roasted and dried meat flavors, making for a complex experience." ~ Wine Enthusiast "This tilts darker in shade, with boysenberry and plum notes mixed with lively hints of anise, apple wood and chaparral. The polished, gently toasted finish lets the fruit linger prettily. Drink now through 2031." ~ Wine Spectator "...laced with dark cherry, plum, mocha, licorice and expresso. Deep and pliant, with gorgeous textural resonance, the 2022 is a delight. It's a classic Fess Parker wine with a ton to offer. There’s a touch of stem influence (25%), but what really stands out is the succulence of the Pommard clone. Bottling on the earlier side helped preserve much of the fruit." ~ Antonio Galloni's Vinous