School House’s 2019 Pinot Noir pours a beautiful translucent crimson in the glass, immediately exuding inviting scents of strawberries, violets, subtle vanilla bean, and river rock. The wine presents a vibrant, red-fruited palate. A flash of acidity and a pleasant astringency transition to a rounded and moderately lengthy finish. To my palate, I wouldn’t mind a bit more acidity, but overall, this is a nicely balanced and easy drinking wine.
School House, Napa Valley (California) Pinot Noir 2019
By John McDermott