Partially destemmed and raised in 30% new French oak, the lightly hued 2020 Pinot Noir Zotovich Family Vineyard offers a pretty perfume of ripe cherries, mulberries, sappy, gamey herbs, and some subtle yet classic Sta. Rita Hills salty, iron, marine-like nuances. This medium-bodied, spicy, elegant, silky Pinot Noir isn't massive or hugely concentrated, but I love its balance, and it has a lengthy finish. It should evolve for 7-8 years.

Jeb Dunnuck - Jeb Dunnuck (93)