Emeritus Vineyards, Sonoma Coast (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2017

Apr 8, 2020

By Rich Cook

 This is a beautifully focused wine from an aptly named vineyard located in the Sebastopol hills that sits in a fog channel, allowing the vines to be bathed in moisturizer for a good part of the day.  These growing conditions translate into racy, citrus like acidity that in this glass is a perfect complement to deep cranberry and black cherry fruit.  A dash of oak spice adds depth, and the finish keeps pumping zesty red fruit.  Beautifully fresh, and a fine cellaring candidate as well.  Did I mention 13.2% alcohol?  Bravo!   

Country / Region

Sonoma County, California

Appellation

Sonoma Coast

Grape Variety

Pinot Noir

Color

Red

Vintage

2017

Score

95

Price

US $ 60.00

Producer

Emeritus Vineyards