title: Foxen 2012 Melville Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills)
description: There's something transformative about Foxen's winemaking. This smells of smoldering clove cigarettes, set against concentrated pomegranate and cranberry juice. The flavor follow an impressive arc, with Bing and sour cherry sliding into savory Italian herbs. It ends with a tongue-tickling wash of light yet coating tannins and bright acidity.
variety: Pinot Noir
designation: Melville Vineyard