Magnum - 2018 Pinot Noir - Lotus
92 points - Wine & Spirits
Clean, pure dark berry aromatics, mouth-coating texture on palate helps round out the bright acidity and red fruit/pomegranate punch on the finish. This lush and complex wine has great depth and an extra-long, lingering finish. -Matt Brady, Winemaker
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Varietal Composition | 100% Pinot Noir |
| Appellation | Sta. Rita Hills |
| Harvest Date | 09/13/2018 |
| Acid | 6.2 g/L |
| PH | 3.59 |
| Aging | 14 months in 50% new French oak |
| Fermentation | Native Yeast |
| Alcohol | 13.70% |
| Wine Style | 70% Whole Cluster |
| Volume | 1.5 liter |
| Bottling Date | 02/19/2020 |
| Cases Produced | 5 |
92 points - Wine & Spirits
"A Sta. Rita Hills reserve from several vineyards, this wine is exceptionally well-built, powerfully structured and youthful for a 2018. Scents of black cherry and cedar have an earthy, peppery component that’s grounding and fairly intense..." -P.J.C.
91 points - Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
"Smashed plum, cinnamon, tomato confit and a touch of chili powder show on the layered nose of this bottling. Tart plum and herb flavors meet with a richer candied cherry note on the palate, which is dusted in cracked rainbow peppercorn spice." - Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast
