The 2023 Morgan Twelve Clones Pinot Noir asserts why Santa Lucia Highlands continues to produce some of California’s most compelling Pinot Noir. It strikes a beautiful balance: bright without being delicate, powerful without being overweight, and layered while staying true to its sense of place. Morgan has spent more than four decades helping define the region. Long before the Santa Lucia Highlands became synonymous with world-class Pinot Noir, the winery recognized its potential. That experience is evident in Twelve Clones, where thoughtful vineyard selection and measured winemaking let the site show its panache. The long, cool 2023 growing season preserved freshness while allowing the fruit to develop exceptional depth and complexity. The result is a remarkably balanced Pinot Noir, earning up to 94 points while delivering the pedigree and precision of bottles that often command far more. At just $29.99, it’s one of the smartest Pinot Noir buys you’ll find anywhere in California.