A high-toned, silky Pinot Noir that proves Cali coastal bargains are still up for grabs! The Santa Maria Valley's superb 2021 harvest yielded this J. Wilkes bottling, which received a glowing 92-point review from Wine Spectator that's rarely ever seen at such a low price. Take advantage of the brief opportunity to secure your share while supplies last!
Member Rating: 90
Tech Notes
Wine Details
Wine Spectator
Wine and Sprits
Jeb Dunnuck
Vinous
Jancis Robinson
| Unit Size | 750.00 ML |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir
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| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grape | Pinot Noir |
| Country | United States |
| Appellation | Santa Maria Valley
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| Region | Santa Barbara County |
| Alcohol Content | 13.50% |
By Miller Family Wines
2021 J. Wilkes Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley
Wine Details
Vintage: 2021
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Type: Red
Region: California
Appellation: Santa Maria Valley
Alcohol: 13.50%
Tasting Notes
Seducing the senses with earthy, dark cherry aromas, hints of rose petal, brown spice, and vanilla. A traditional Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir with silky tannins and notes of blueberry and cranberry, followed by smoky undertones with a long finish.
Food Pairing
Roasted duck with olive tapenade or filet mignon.
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Wine: J. Wilkes Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley 2021
Score/Rating: 92
Suggested Drinking Window: Drink now through 2032
Review Date: 09/30/2024
Reviewed By: James Molesworth
Tasting Notes: A pretty red, with high-toned red tea and potpourri notes leading off, followed by damson plum and raspberry coulis flavors that stretch out over a savory spine. Shows a twinge of sous-bois on the finish. Drink now through 2032. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.
Wine: J. Wilkes 2021 Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir
Score/Rating: 90
Review Date: 02/2023
Reviewed By: P.J.C.
Tasting Notes: Along with scents of dark red berry and a savory accent of cola, this wine has a texture that’s supple but leathery, a lean and peppery Pinot for a lamb chop.
Wine: 2021 J. Wilkes Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley
Score/Rating: 89
Review Date: 08/30/2023
Reviewed By: Jeb Dunnuck
Tasting Notes: Attractive wild strawberry, tart raspberry, minty herb, and black tea notes all emerge from the 2021 Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley, another charming, forward, enjoyable Pinot Noir from this producer that won't break the bank.
Wine: J. Wilkes 2021 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley)
Score/Rating: 88
Review Date: 07/2023
Reviewed By: Antonio Galloni
Tasting Notes: The 2021 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley) is a very pretty wine, hard to do at this price point, especially for Pinot. Crushed flowers, rose petal, mint, spice and bright red-toned fruit are beautifully delineated.
Wine: J Wilkes Pinot Noir 2021 Santa Maria Valley
Score/Rating: 15.5/20
Suggested Drinking Window: 2024 - 2028
Review Date: 08/17/2023
Reviewed By: Alder Yarrow
Tasting Notes: [...]Â Toasted oak and berry aromas. Flavours of raspberry and cherry have to fight for attention along with strong oaky notes and the parching grip of the wood's accompanying tannins. Good acidity, but unfortunately the wood wins in the end.
