The Gap’s Crown Vineyard is making a name for itself with many Pinot Noir producers. Fulcrum’s David Rossi’s expression delivers Black cherry, blackberry, cardamom, cinnamon, black tea and dry earth aromas with good translation to palate flavors, with a plush mouthfeel, firm acidity and a long finish that needs a bit more time to fully integrate. It improves markedly in the glass, so give it some good airtime before serving.
Fulcrum Wines, Sonoma Coast (California) Pinot Noir 2011
By Rich Cook