Byron Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013 cristom-vineyards rich and round

rich and round

The nose is pure and very fresh with predominantly citrus aromas along with hints of green apple and floral blossom

Red and blue fruit are carried by freshness to a long delicate finale

astutely judged oak

aromatic herbs and green apple

Byron Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013 cristom-vineyards rich and roundThe 2013 vintage was an overall dry year with a moderate winter and spring. These conditions led to an abundance of extremely high quality fruit with flavors of dark berry, cherry, hints of floral and mineral. This is an approachable wine that displays the beautiful floral and mineral character typical of Santa Barbara Pinot Noir.