2012 Rhys Vineyards Skyline Vineyard Pinot Noir Santa Cruz Mountains 1x750ml

Robert Parker 94

Made with 100% whole clusters in 2012, the 2012 Pinot Noir Skyline Vineyard offers lots of raspberry and kirsch-like nuances intermixed with plenty of mulled spices, dried flowers and crushed rock-like minerality. On the palate it’s supple, medium to full-bodied and gorgeously textured, with integrated acidity, a solid core of sweet fruit through the mid-palate, and outstanding length on the finish. Already approachable, this elegant, seamless Pinot Noir will still benefit from short-term cellaring and have 10-15 years of overall longevity. [Jeb Dunnuck, 29/03/2015]

Anticipated maturity: 2016-2027

Vinous 95

An utterly magnificent wine, the 2012 Pinot Noir Skyline Vineyard is even more compelling from bottle than it was from barrel. Pine, menthol, dried red cherries and rose petals meld effortlessly into a core of a dark, red-toned fruit as this complex, kaleidoscopic wine shows off its pedigree. The Skyline plays across all dimensions, with expressive, high-toned aromatics and deep layers of fruit supported by insistent structure. Hints of leather, smoke, mint and licorice add nuance on the chiseled finish. This is a magnificent showing from Rhys. The 2012 Skyline was vinified with 100% whole clusters. [Antonio Galloni, 07/01/2014]

Anticipated maturity: 2016-2024