Named after Jim Clendenen’s son Knox, this wine represents the finest lots of Pinot Noir from the Santa Maria Valley appellation; in this case Bien Nacido Vineyard where the winery is located and Runway Vineyard, our next-door neighbor. Though close to each other, these two vineyards produce outstanding Pinot Noir that are distinctly different. Blended together the wine showcases the signature Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir character of cherry, cranberry, red currant, rose hip and sage that is so well displayed in Knox Alexander Pinots. It is a well structured, complex Pinot Noir of depth that becomes even more remarkable as the wine ages and integrates.
Wine will be available Spring 2027.
"The 2023 Pinot Noir Knox Alexander is a total knockout. A blend of Bien Nacido, Rancho Real and Solomon Hills, the 2023 is totally perfumed, strikingly deep and super complex. An extra dose of herbal notes lends such an enticing character to the velvety yet delicate mix of white pepper, raspberry pastille and ripe red cherry. Cedar spice and tobacco leaf tones build with air, but where the 2023 impresses most is with its polished tannin and overall sense of composure. This is poised to age well, but it wouldn’t be a crime to enjoy a bottle today." 95pts Billy Norris Vinous
