Here’s a 100% Clone 115 bottling that shows the clone’s fruitier side, with the backbone that you expect from 115. Blackberry, black cherry, cinnamon, cardamom and a dash of rhubarb are all fully integrated in aroma and flavor profiles, and they finish with a bold push of all the elements. A silky texture is countered with flashy acidity, making it all possible. When’s the last time you saw a current release California Pinot Noir that’s got six years on from harvest? Worth seeking out in a big way.
Flying Goat Cellars, Santa Maria Valley (Santa Barbara County, California) Pinot Noir 2013
By Rich Cook