99
points
3D Pinot Noir

Brewer-Clifton

3D Pinot Noir

2023 Sta. Rita Hills
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Description

The primary emphasis of the predominantly sandy 10-acre Sta. Rita Hills vineyard is Chardonnay, with equal amounts of five clones planted (4, 76, Hyde, Mount Eden and Sea Smoke Wente). In addition to Chardonnay, there is a smaller field of Pinot Noir planted to Swan, Pommard, 667 and 828 clones. Only neutral barrels are employed. Brewer-Clifton strives for whole cluster fermentation and farms with a focus of ripening the stems alongside the fruit, allowing the cluster to be in harmony. Working with the stems allows for wines that are structured, earthy and balanced with our beautiful Sta. Rita Hills fruit.
Acclaim
99
points
JebDunnuck.com
JD 9/2025
95
points
Wine Spectator
BS 5/2025
95
points
JamesSuckling.com
10/2025

Aromas

  • Dark Cherry Dark Cherry
  • Herbs Herbs

Flavors

  • Sweet Cherry Sweet Cherry
  • Strawberry Strawberry
  • Tea Leaf Tea Leaf
RECENT TASTING NOTES
This is seductive, with raspberry, bitter plum and black cherry fruit that smolders with intensity, while singed notes of savory, wet earth and rooibos tea are sprinkled throughout. Shows energy in the form of a deeply buried, chalky spine. Will need some patience. Best from 2026 through 2038.—J.M.
Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator, 5/2025
3D Pinot Noir