GARY FARRELL Pinot Noir, Fort-Ross Seaview ‘Fort Ross Vineyard’ 2018

My favorite of the 2018 Pinot Noirs from Gary Farrell, this Fort Ross Vineyard is an absolute gem and sees 40% new French oak for 15 months. A complex nose of black tea, wet earth, white mushroom, tangerine oil, wild mountain blueberry and ground clove fill the glass. Medium-bodied, ripe tannins, racy acidity with a round elegant texture and an endearing, complex, yet drinkable style, it’s incredibly well-made and worth seeking out a few bottles for your cellar. Enjoy this in a year or two and then hold for another decade. 607 cases produced.
RatingValueDrink
95$752021-2032

CountryRegionAppellation
United StatesCaliforniaSonoma County

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J. YoungDecember, 2021