Cherry, cherry, cherry! But not at all simplistic. Layers of red to black cherry are joined by cinnamon, a mix of damp and dry earth notes, and some sweet but mellow oak toast forward in finish. A fine tuned balance of acidity to fruit load make this a cellar trophy that will reward further aging. Goldeneye’s "Ten Degrees" Pinot Noir is generally a can’t miss bottle, and this vintage lives up to the history.
Goldeneye, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Pinot Noir 2018
By Rich Cook