this is the reference point against which the rest of the category is measured

Finca La Linda leans into brighter acidity and herbal freshness

Earning 90 points from Wine Advocate across multiple vintages and a Mundus Vini Gold medal for the 2012 vintage

Apple strudel or baked stone fruit desserts pair naturally with the citrus and anise notes

and coconut cream add richness

Babcock Pinot Noir other-sparkling this is the reference pointBabcock Pinot Noir is a 100% Pinot Noir from Sta. Rita Hills, California, bottled at approximately 14. 5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Produced by Babcock Winery & Vineyards whose founder Bryan Babcock was named one of the "Top Ten Small Production Winemakers in the World" by the James Beard Foundation in 1995 this wine consistently earns critical praise, with select bottlings scoring up to 94 points from Wine Enthusiast. Quick Facts: ABV: ~14. 5%