Uber ripe Pinot Noir can be difficult to manage, but the level of alcohol here, while evident, isn’t a problem at all. It’s all about balance, and the fruit here carries the acidity necessary to make that balance possible. Bold cherry fruit, full throttle fall spice and a rich feel make it all work well. It’s ready to go now – drink up!
Black Kite, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Pinot Noir 2018
By Rich Cook