Pinot Paradise Review

We think Stett Holbrook says it best in his review of his favorites in the April 16th issue of Metro:

Black Ridge Vineyards 2006 Pinot Noir

The just-released second vintage from one of the Santa Cruz Mountains' rising stars was the top pick at a recent tasting held by the Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers Association for winemakers and writers I attended and I liked it just as much the second time around at Pinot Paradise. Grown on vineyards above Black Road (look for them in the foothills off to the right as you pass Lexington Reservoir heading to Santa Cruz on Highway 17), this elegant wine is decisively feminine—sexy and voluptuous, but with its dignity intact. It's loaded with rich flavors of black cherries, mint and spice and boasts nice acidity and a lush finish that goes on and on. This is a winery to watch and a wine to drink. With only 183 cases made, get some quickly. $39 a bottle. www.blackridgevineyards.com.

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