The fruit for this Pinot is a blend from estate vineyards and three vineyards in the Carneros region. Aged for 11 months in new and once and twice-filled French oak barrels, the wine has a deep ruby color, hints of sweet spice and smoked meat with ripe berry aromatics. There’s good depth and texture, layers of sweet fruit and a long fruity finish at 14.5% alcohol.
Frank Family Vineyards, Napa Valley (California) Pinot Noir 2008
By Gerald D. Boyd