The Charles family says that this was their coldest vintage ever, and this wine shows what the foresight of picking the fruit on time and not waiting too long and letting the vintage speak can do. It’s bright and tart in a good way, with red cherry, cranberry, soft oak spice and black tea delivered over reigned in acidity. It’s unfiltered, and so slightly cloudy, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying.
Foursight Wines, Anderson Valley (California) Pinot Noir 2011
By Rich Cook