This lovely, complex Pinot Noir is a blend of grapes from four noted vineyards along the Sonoma Coast, the "hot spot" for Pinot Noir in Sonoma County. Aged in a mix of new and used French oak for 10 months, this Grand Detour Pinot has a medium-deep ruby color, ripe strawberry and cherry aromas with traces of black tea. The flavors are richly textured, complex and loaded with luscious fruit, all balanced by refined tannins and a long supple finish at 14.5% alcohol. This is an excellent, appealing wine in an unappealing, deeply punted, extra-heavy (49.8 ounces full) bottle.
