Chanin, Pinot Noir Bien Nacido other_regions_italy The nicely rich

The nicely rich

Knez is a new project being headed by proprietor Peter Knez and winemaker Anthony Filiberti of Anthill Farms

The medium-bodied flavors possess an attractive velvety texture thanks to the abundant amount of dry extract that also serves to buffer the firm tannic spine on the sappy

with the astonishing level of extract

A barrel selection that saw 30 months sur lattes before disgorgement with five grams per liter dosage and which consists of 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir

Chanin, Pinot Noir Bien Nacido other_regions_italy The nicely richWinemaker Gavin Chanin is re releasing some back vintages he has been holding in the cellar, including this 2012 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard. Pale garnet, it opens with struck match character and earthy tones of underbrush, mushrooms and tobacco, plus a core of spicy dark fruit. The medium bodied palate is chalky and fresh with fully mature flavors and a long, earthy finish. It hasn't matured as gracefully as the 2012 Chardonnay from the Sanford &