A bold nose of spicy warm cherry pie leads to a palate with good grip, carrying the pie vibe all the way through the long finish, where a nice stemmy note comes forward. The stems will integrate with a little bottle aging and make for a complex full-bodied experience. Decant long near term and try it with roast duck — it’s got the structure for it.
Laetitia, Arroyo Grande Valley (Monterey County, California) Pinot Noir 2015
By Rich Cook