UK Bonded offer: Au Bon Climat Pinot 2022

'La Bauge Au-dessus' or ‘the wild party upstairs’, brings together fruit from hillside parcels in the Santa Maria Valley, led by Bien Nacido with its mix of Dijon clones, complemented by the estate’s Le Bon Climat vineyard. The 2022 continues this lively expression, offering a step up in complexity from the Santa Barbara bottling while remaining wonderfully approachable. Beautifully balanced, with ripe raspberry and cherry fruit offset by fresh acidity and finely judged French oak. The palate is supple and energetic, with notes of wild strawberry, rose petal and a touch of spice, leading to a savoury, gently persistent finish with a subtle umami twist. Drink this year to 2030. 13.5%