This is a beautifully focused wine from an aptly named vineyard located in the Sebastopol hills that sits in a fog channel, allowing the vines to be bathed in moisturizer for a good part of the day. These growing conditions translate into racy, citrus like acidity that in this glass is a perfect complement to deep cranberry and black cherry fruit. A dash of oak spice adds depth, and the finish keeps pumping zesty red fruit. Beautifully fresh, and a fine cellaring candidate as well. Did I mention 13.2% alcohol? Bravo!
Emeritus Vineyards, Sonoma Coast (Sonoma County, California) Pinot Noir 2017
By Rich Cook