Winemaker Notes
Davies' 2023 Ferrington Vineyards Pinot Noir delivers lush aromas of red fruit, berry compote, and hints of chocolate and vanilla. Notes of rosemary spice and espresso add to the bouquet. A bright and generous cherry-fruited entry leads into a well-weighted mid-palate. The finish is driven by density and youthful tannins.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Aromas of macerated Bing cherries, cranberry sauce and resinous herbs are reminiscent of a holiday feast, along with orange peel and orange oil. The palate is juicy and opulent with velvety tannins. Medium- to full-body with some nice cloves and spices in the finish. Drink or hold.
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Wine Spectator
Iris and hibiscus notes lead off, followed by juicy and gently mulled cherry and mulberry fruit flavors. Shows good underlying tension, with a sandalwood spine offering support through the wet conifer–tinged finish. Drink now through 2031.
Anderson Valley, located in Mendocino County just above Sonoma County, is one of California’s coolest AVAs, allowing it a long growing season. Only 15 miles long, the region makes a slice eastward through the mountains, from the frigid Pacific Ocean. Dramatic diurnal temperature variations here preserve grape acidity and thus freshness in the finished wines. These are prime conditions for growing Pinot Noir, and the valley produces many fine versions. Characteristics of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir typically include crisp acidity, cranberry and strawberry notes as well as earthy notes of forest floor and mushroom.
Still Pinot Noir, however, is only part of the story. Pinot Noir, along with Chardonnay, are also grown for Anderson Valley’s exceptional sparkling wines. Produced via the traditional method, these offer a classic toasty note from lees aging, bright, complex fruit notes and a clean, refreshing character.