Here is yet another winner from Emeritus’ estate vineyards. Their Hallberg Ranch Pinot Noir leads with tart cherry and cranberry fruit, cinnamon and soft oak notes that fill the senses. Cool climate acidity translates the aromas into flavors well, and the wine has a long finish where the oak toast comes slightly forward. I would age this a few years for starters.
Emeritus, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2018
By Rich Cook