A mineral-driven Pinot Noir that will please those seeking an inexpensive yet elegant bottle that will pair with, not overpower, a meal. The nose is bright sour cherry, spicy raspberry and stone minerality, all of which translate well on the palate thanks to bright acid and a viscous feel. The finish is long and zesty with notes of leaf and moderate oak toast coming forward.
Geyser Peak Winery, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2012
By Rich Cook