Byron Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley Solomon Hills Vineyard 2017

94 points Jeb Dunnuck: “Moving to the Pinot Noirs, the 2017 Pinot Noir Solomon Hills Vineyard comes from a great site in the Santa Maria Valley and was destemmed and brought up in 55% new French oak. This ruby/purple-tinged effort offers a beautiful bouquet of ripe cherries, black raspberries, crushed flowers, and spice. It’s pure, clean, and medium-bodied, with terrific fruit and a supple, seamless texture. It’s beautifully done. (10/31/19)”

92 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): “The 2017 Pinot Noir Solomon Hills Vineyard is soft, supple and delicate. Bright red berry fruit and floral overtones, along with silky tannins give he 2017 its distinctly lifted, airy personality. This is a pretty delicate, understated expression of Solomon Hills Pinot Noir, with all the elements in the right place. Drink: 2019-2029. (Sep 2019)”