Bien Nacido, Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir Vintage:2020 This moderately structured effort could

This moderately structured effort could be enjoyed young or aged to good effect if desired

(91-94)/2022+

this 2019 reflects the new precision that Frédéric Faye has brought to Figeac

though perhaps its white label counterpart will better stand the test of time

Bien Nacido, Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir Vintage:2020 This moderately structured effort couldThe 2020 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard comes from across the estate and was matured in about 45% new oak. Grapes were entirely destemmed this year. "I was really worried about smoke taint," winemaker Anthony Avila says. "It's said that you must discard all the green parts of the plant. It was the right choice, and I'd do it again." Instead of using whole clusters, "We kept our foot on the gas in terms of extraction," Avila explains. "We did more