2015 Foxen Pinot Noir John Sebastiano Vineyard
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The 2015 Pinot Noir John Sebastiano Vineyard reveals aromas of sweet red berries, herbs, sweet soil and rhubarb compote, showing a light touch of reduction. On the palate, it's medium-bodied, textural and savory but a little simple and one-dimensional.
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Jeb Dunnuck
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The 2015 Pinot Noir John Sebastiano Vineyard is a bold, direct wine with more of a savory character than the other Foxen Pinots. My impression is that the 2015 needs time to fully open up, as there is quite a bit of density and depth waiting to emerge. Even today, though, the John Sebastiano is compelling.
Reminding me of Premier Cru from the northern part of Burgundy with its darker cherry, saddle leather, and sappy floral aromas and flavors, the 2015 Pinot Noir John Sebastiano Vineyard is medium-bodied, supple and seamless on the palate. It drops off too quickly on the finish, but it's still a beautiful wine. This site lies on the eastern edge of the Sta. Rita Hills, and the 2015 spent 17 months in 36% new French oak.