Tasting Notes

Fresh and spirited despite a hot, dry vintage, this moderately full-bodied Pinot highlights penetrating cranberry and raspberry flavors accented by kisses of spice and tobacco leaf. Made from whole clusters vinified in stainless steel and matured in oak (a small proportion new) up to 18 months, it's solidly structured yet invigorating, finishing on a fine grip of tannins and crush of stony minerality. Approachable now, the wine should improve through 2027 and hold further. - Anna Lee C. Iijima for Wine Enthusiast