As is typical for this bottling, there is plenty of wood spice, but it will integrate well with a little bottle aging as previous vintages have borne out. As the spice tones fold in, vibrant cherry and ripe strawberry fruit will find full expression. Age this three years for starters, or go right ahead if you like a more forward spice character for the pairing you’re planning. Nice to have options.
Castello di Amorosa, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Pinot Noir 2021
By Rich Cook