This Pinot Noir shows solid structure right out of the gate, with a fine-tuned mix of black cherry and oak spice that are just starting to show their beauty. With some time, say 2 to 3 years, the chalky grip will loosen up, and the wine will settle into a long, complex life. That said, if you don’t mind serving up something with a little dietary fat alongside this wine you won’t notice that grip other than how it serves to cut through the fatty component of the dish, setting you up for the next delicious bite.
Cattleya, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2021
By Rich Cook