Cattleya’s “Cuvee Number One” is a beautifully ripe Pinot Noir from winemaker Bibiana Gonzalez Rave that maintains good structure and silky texture throughout. Forward cherry, raspberry, cola and cinnamon hit first in the aroma profile, with notes of dry earth minerality underneath. The palate’s racy acidity gives great push to the oak spice and cherry, and the finish is long and bright. I would age this for five years to fully integrate the spice tones or decant well if going in early. A blend of clones 115, Pommard, 777 and 667.
Cattleya, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2019
By Rich Cook