2022 Pinot Noir
94 Points Owen Bargreen
“Upon the first whiff of the fragrant perfumed Pinot, it first reminds me of walking through the Gardens of Versailles smelling the abundance of fresh rose petals. Rhubarb, dark cherry liqueur, candied strawberries, and bing cherries empower the senses with a strong fruit-driven component. On the palate, this full-bodied, very structured Pinot features plenty of bright acidity that has me wanting more. Dark fruit, vanillin, cola, and exotic baking spices accompanied by hints of forest floor, leather, and cedar finish very long with a mocha finish. This is an unapologetically California style and is a Cabernet lover’s Pinot Noir. Action packed, this falls right in line with our go big or go home philosophy!" — Ralph Hertelendy
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Aging
23 months - 90% new French and Hungarian Oak
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
"The 2022 ‘Russian River Valley’ Pinot Noir was stored in a combination of new and neutral oak barrels before bottling. Cola and cran-orange tones mark the nose with baking spices and shades of cedar. The plate is smooth and silky with a refined mouthfeel and good sense of length and weight. Generous and delicious to consume now, enjoy over the next eight plus years. Drink 2025-2032." — Owen Bargreen, 94 Points