Mark West, Santa Lucia Highlands (Monterey County, California) Pinot Noir 2016

May 29, 2018

By Robert Whitley

  Mark West joins the parade of California producers cranking out exceptional Pinot Noir at a very affordable price.  It’s pinot from the cool Santa Lucia Highlands AVA of Monterey County is an earth gem, showing hints of forest floor and damp fall leaves, with a deep raspberry/black cherry fruit profile.  A platinum award-winner at the 2018 Critics Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition. 

Country / Region

Monterey County, California

Appellation

Santa Lucia Highlands

Grape Variety

Pinot Noir

Color

Red

Vintage

2016

Score

91

Price

US $ 25.00

Producer

Mark West