Belle Glos Clark & Telephone Pinot Noir 2023

About This Wine

Joe Wagner's acclaimed fifth-generation winemaking expertise shines through in this standout Pinot Noir, which has earned its reputation as a top performer both for Belle Glos and among discerning wine enthusiasts. The 2023 vintage delivers the refined character and consistent quality that define this celebrated label.

From the Santa Maria Valley of California, the Clark & Telephone Vineyard was established in 1972 and planted with “own root” Martini clone vines. Located just 13 miles from the ocean and situated on a west-facing slope, this vineyard experiences weather patterns that pull from west to east to bring cool fog and coastal breezes inland until August when Santa Ana winds begin.The color is a rich scarlet-red, with opulent aromas of blackberry, black cherry, cinnamon, nutmeg and a hint of caramel. The palate comes alive with flavors of ripe raspberries, strawberry jam, a dense blackberry core, warm gingerbread, and a hint of toffee. It is perfectly balanced with refreshing acidity, plush weight on the mid-palate and a wonderfully supple texture. The expansive fruit flavors carry through to a long, pure and persistent finish.

Score

95 points, Tasting Panel.