I suspect that some of the fruit for this wine comes from the Lazy Creek area in Anderson Valley — Don and Rhonda Carano purchased Lazy Creek Vineyards back in 2008. It’s very dark and spicy, with black cherry, cardamom and cinnamon complimented by notes of leaf and damp earth. Food friendly acidity and a long well integrated finish complete the package, and at this price it’s a solid value.
Ferrari-Carano, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Pinot Noir 2013
By Rich Cook