Winemaker Notes
Exotic plums, black cherries, sage, fir tips and black truffle notes are evident on the palate and on the nose. The depth of this wine and the continual unfolding of layers are to be adored. Be patient with this wine, cellar time will be essential to uncover the full potential here.
Pair this Pinot Noir with cassoulet or herbed roasted chicken and smashed red potatoes.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
This opulent wine offers amazingly concentrated, ripe fruit flavors and a creamy texture. Layers of black cherry, blueberry and raspberry syrup are followed by rosemary and pine. Made from 80% whole clusters and 20% aged in new oak, it is an indulgent and delicious wine that beautifully supports its fruity extravagance with a slightly tangy and subtly tannic texture. Best from 2025. Cellar Selection
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.