Winemaker Tim Slater goes bold with this very ripe styled Pinot Noir that maintains the acidity to keep it from flying apart. Black cherry and plum get a boost from well feathered cinnamon that rides alongside the fruit from start to finish. It’s a crowd-pleasing effort that will no doubt move quickly.
Sarah’s Vineyard, Santa Clara Valley (California) Pinot Noir 2018
By Rich Cook