I love the acidity in this glass of 777 clone Pinot Noir, which shows black cherry, rhubarb, fall spice and rich oak tones that are balanced and not arguing with the fruit. A rich midpalate is followed by a long oak spice kiss that meets the fruit and lingers into the distance. I would age this a while for full integration of the oak spice, but I’m picky that way — it’s doing just fine right now.
Stewart Cellars, Sonoma Coast (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2015
By Rich Cook