Cline is best known for its superb touch with the Rhone grape varieties but situated as it is in the heart of Sonoma the temptation to make Pinot Noir and Chardonnay is just too great. The 2017 “Sonoma County” Pinot is a medium-bodied red that delivers complex notes of raspberry and strawberry, with hints of mocha and earthy undertones. Modestly priced, it’s perfect for picnics and casual cuisine.
Cline Family Cellars, Sonoma County (California) Pinot Noir 2017
By Robert Whitley