Chanin, Pinot Noir Bien Nacido other_regions_australia The more refined and restrained

The more refined and restrained flavors possess plenty of dry extract

all of which are spectacular at this stage

50% Pinot Gris

heavy on the Touriga Nacional

This will need to develop better depth to realize the upper end of my projected range

Chanin, Pinot Noir Bien Nacido other_regions_australia The more refined and restrainedWinemaker Gavin Chanin is re releasing some back vintages he has been holding in the cellar, including this 2012 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard. Pale garnet, it opens with struck match character and earthy tones of underbrush, mushrooms and tobacco, plus a core of spicy dark fruit. The medium bodied palate is chalky and fresh with fully mature flavors and a long, earthy finish. It hasn't matured as gracefully as the 2012 Chardonnay from the Sanford &