"From a larger site purchased by Gallo in 2018, just outside of Santa Maria, the 2024 Pinot Noir Prospect Rancho Real Vineyard is incredibly spicy and perfumed, with savory red (and some darker, almost black) fruits intermixed with iron, peppery herbs, and sappy, sous bois and spring flower-like nuances. Aged 15 months in 70% new French oak, it's medium-bodied and nicely balanced, with ripe, integrated tannins, no hard edges, and a gorgeous finish. It needs a little bit of air to show at its best and should easily cruise for another 8-10 years if well stored. It’s another terrific Santa Maria release from the genius of Paul Lato! Drink 2026-2036." Jeb Dunnuck 95JD