This might be the Pinot Noir bargain of the vintage. It is bright and structured, with the oak nicely matched to the vibrant strawberry and cherry fruit. The wood adds spice and a soft toasty note and accents the fruit without screaming for attention. Bright acidity make for a long, mouth-watering finish that will keep your interest all the way through that tasty fish dish you will pair with it. It’s from a vineyard very near the Pacific Ocean, and it shows. Made by Eric Hickey.
Laetitia, Arroyo Grande Valley (San Luis Obispo County, California) Pinot Noir 2020
By Rich Cook