A Pinot Noir that displays the important varietal virtue of punching above its weight, this is fresh and shows some delicacy, but then kicks in with expressive, deep, and lasting flavors recalling dark cherries and berries. The balance of fruit, acidity and wood is excellent, so this is ready to go but also has years of positive development ahead of it.
Dutcher Crossing, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2021
By Michael Franz