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2008 Brewer-Clifton - Pinot Noir Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir - USA - California - Santa Barbara - Santa Rita Hills - Red

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2008 Brewer-Clifton - Pinot Noir Cargasacchi Vineyard
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USA - California - Santa Barbara - Santa Rita Hills

Red Pinot Noir
Producer Notes

Brewer-Clifton produces vineyard designated Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the Santa Rita Hills appellation in Santa Barbara. Greg Brewer and Steve Clifton started the winery in the early 1990s with the aim to capture the vineyards' essence in the bottle. The Santa Rita Hills' long growing seasons and diversity of marine-based soils give the wines great purity and precision. Steve also has his... More »

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VF: 2010-2018
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Source International Wine Cellar
Issue Issue 159

Community Tasting Notes average score of 95 points based upon 2 reviews

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Author VinoDeparture
Site / Blog   Trust Rating 99.046%
Tasted On 05/04/2010

Great California pinot. I really really wish this weren't my last bottle... why can't I be more patient with these things. Raspberries all over. Delicious supple mouthfeel, suprisingly long finish.

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Author K-Diffy
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Tasted On 06/04/2010

Absolutely stunning pinot. Raspberries, strawberries, and tea leaves create a beautiful taste which is backed up by smooth and silky structure. Can't recommend highly enough.

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