The 2023 Tin Cross Pinot Noir Estate reveals its mountain origins with a luminous light cherry hue and striking clarity. Aromatically vibrant, it opens with lifted notes of red cherry, ripe strawberry, and wild raspberry, intertwined with delicate accents of clove, allspice, and a hint of forest earth. The high-elevation fruit from the Santa Cruz Mountains brings freshness and purity, supported by subtle oak that enhances complexity without overshadowing the fruit. On the palate, a supple, graceful entry introduces layers of bright red fruit that unfold into a silky, seamless mid-palate. Fine-grained tannins and a whisper of spice provide structure and depth, guiding the wine toward a long, elegant finish. Balanced and expressive, this Pinot Noir captures the harmony between fruit, spice, and terroir—an elegant reflection of both meticulous craftsmanship and the cool, rugged beauty of its mountain home.