Showing the bright red-fruit aromas that are typical of the Carneros district, this relatively inexpensive Pinot Noir from Sterling turns the conventional wisdom on the 2011 vintage on its head. The troubled vintage was hit and miss for many, but for Sterling this is a huge hit at a great price. The wine is delicately structured, but well balanced and flavorful. At the price one of the best Pinot values I’ve tasted in some time.
