Bernardus, Gary's Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sta. Lucia Highlands, California, 2022

Overview of the Wine
Widely traveled and endowed with impeccable taste, Founder Bernardus (Ben) Pon could have chosen anywhere in the world to establish his namesake Bernardus Winery, with the intention of cultivating premier class wines. He selected Carmel Valley, with its west-facing orientation, hot days and chilly nights, and stunning beauty, confident his vineyards there could produce wines to rival the greatest on the globe. More than a quarter-century later, he accomplished that not only with his estate Bordeaux blend, called Marinus (after his middle name), but with a powerhouse portfolio of single-vineyard-designated Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. 

Fortunately for wine lovers and fans of Bernardus, Mr. Pon also had the foresight nearly 20 years ago to open the first tasting room in Carmel Valley Village, purchasing and converting the former Bank of America building into a venue for sipping and learning. Today, the Village is home to more than 20 tasting rooms. The Bernardus Tasting Room not only offers wines for tasting and purchase, but a beautiful and sunny outdoor patio, a private room suitable for wine dinners, and a comfortable lounge.

Grape / Blend
100% Pinot Noir 

Origin
Santa Lucia Highlands, California

Winemaker's Tasting Notes
The renowned Garys' Vineyard was planted with the celebrated "Pisoni clone" by the two iconic growers of the Santa Lucia Highlands: Gary Pisoni and Gary Franscioni. 

Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir exudes a gorgeous perfume of ripe, dark red fruits along with notes of rose petal. The fabulous palate is very intense - powerful yet elegant - with layers of boysenberry, ripe black cherry and a hint of spice. 

Product size: 750ml