Brothers Ben and Jake Fetzer, third generation vintners in Mendocino county’s Hopland area, bring us this fine Pinot Noir from the Eagle Peak AVA which joined the growing list of producing regions in 2014. It’s long on spice, with bold black cherry fruit and dry earth mineral notes dancing with the spice on the nose and in the mouth, finishing with good push and integration. Lean toward the red meat side of the menu when pairing.
Masut, Eagle Peak (Mendocino County, California) Pinot Noir 2016
By Rich Cook