Riper than the other Pinot offerings, Sequana’s Pinot Noir from Dutton Ranch is more concentrated. Subtle black fruit notes are evident along with the lighter red fruit flavors. It’s the “biggest” of this fine trio, but still not overdone, with an alluring combination of spicy earthy nuances and ripe fruit. Similar to Sequana’s other Pinot Noirs, the tannins are silky and suave.
Sequana, Green Valley ((Russian River Valley, Sonoma County) Pinot Noir 2009
By Michael Apstein