Yes, bears do in fact wallow in Anderson Valley, but Pinot Noir does anything but wallow in that prime California region. The grape thrives on the cool, climate there, producing wines of grace and finesse in the right hands. That’s the case here, with signature ripe cherry fruit driving the bouquet and the flavors, with accents of cinnamon and a mix of damp and dry earth tones. The drive continues through a sustained finish. Drink now or age up to ten years.
95 Rich Cook
Rhys, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Bearwallow Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022 ($89)
By Rich Cook
