50th Parallel Estate, Okanagan Valley (British Columbia, Canada) Pinot Noir 2016

Feb 3, 2020

By Michael Apstein

 The 50th Parallel Estate consistently makes outstanding Pinot Noir.  Their 2016 is the real thing: a balance of ripe, but not too ripe, fruit flavors intertwined with savory ones.  Fine tannins provide support and allow for immediate consumption.  Both delicate and expressive, it delivers the what I consider the quintessential quality of Pinot Noir, flavor without weight.  Try it with grilled salmon.  

Country / Region

British Columbia, Canada

Appellation

Okanagan Valley

Grape Variety

Pinot Noir

Color

Red

Vintage

2016

Score

93

Price

US $ 30.00

Producer

50th Parallel Estate