Archery Summit Pinot Noir 2016, Dundee Hills
92 points James Suckling: Impressively ripe and very nicely integrated, red to black-cherry aromas here, leading to a neatly integrated palate that delivers the right balance of gently grainy tannins and supple fruit flesh.
Beaux Freres Pinot Noir 2021, Willamette Valley
94 points James Suckling Outer quote mark Wild and vibrant nose of rosemary, cherry stones, small strawberries, violets and seaweed. So fresh, with a medium body and powdery tannins. I like the persistent fine, chalky texture. Unfined and unfiltered. Drink …
Belle Glos Clark & Telephone Pinot Noir 2021, Santa Maria Valley
Deep purple with flecks of garnet in color with lavish aromas of warm blackberry pie, raspberry, licorice, and white pepper. Bold and sophisticated on the palate with flavors of dry cherry, crushed lavender, and chocolate covered blueberries. The texture is …
Belle Glos Dairyman Pinot Noir 2021, Russian River Valley
Winery notes: Belle Glos showcases distinctive Pinot Noirs from California’s most noteworthy winegrowing regions. While each vineyard location lies near the Pacific Ocean, the climate differences are significant, varying with the amount of fog, wind, sunlight, and soil type at …
Belle Glos Las Alturas Pinot Noir 2021, Santa Lucia Highlands
Rich crimson in color with fragrant aromas of blackberry, sage, cherry, and hints of rich dark chocolate. Bold and elegant on the palate with boysenberry pie, black currant jam, dark plum, and subtle notes of ground nutmeg. Balanced and structured, …
Bread & Butter Pinot Noir 2021, California
An undeniably juicy Pinot Noir that bursts with cherries, raspberries and a touch of cassis. Rich flavors of fresh fruit join with soft oak to create a beautifully long, smooth finish filled with sweet vanilla.
Domaine Drouhin Pinot Noir 2021, Dundee Hills
Winery notes: This Dundee Hills Estate Pinot Noir is beautifully concentrated with a decidedly complex bouquet. Restrained notes of redcurrant compote and tobacco transition to youthful spice and bramble. Texturally very pleasing, the velvety palate seamlessly blends a kirsch core …
Domaine Guy & Yvan Dufouleur Fixin 1er Cru “Clos du Chapitre” 2018
94 points Wine Enthusiast: Despite a lot of swirling, this wine’s nose does not reveal much. On the palate, the density of the bright, ripe red cherry becomes apparent, coralled within a taut web of tannin, bordered by freshness that …
Foxen Block 43 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017, Santa Maria Valley
96 points Jeb Dunnuck: The 2017 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 43 was all destemmed and spent 16 months in 43% new French oak. It has the classic minerality and marine/iodine character that’s almost always present in wines from …
Howling Cellars Pinot Noir 2020, California
Formerly known as Howling Moon, this is a great value in California Pinot Noir!
Kanzler Pinot Noir 2017, Russian River Valley
Winery notes: A virtual potpourri of aromatics including strawberry and tart cranberry fruit, Darjeeling tea, red licorice and earthy clay and mushroom notes make for a delightful nose. The wine hits the palate with classic Pinot Noir velvety texture. A …
Masut Pinot Noir 2016, Mendocino County
92 points Wine Spectator: Broad and fleshy, with layers of ripe, juicy cherry, plum and blueberry flavors. An engaging style that showcases zesty fruit in an elegant manner. Drink now through 2024. 92 points Wine Enthusiast: Generous dark-fruit flavors join …
Melville Estate Pinot Noir 2019, Santa Rita Hills
95 points Wine Enthusiast: Fresh and open aromas of strawberry sorbet, pomegranate and plum draw the nose into this bottling, but it’s the black-tea and dewy pine needle aspects that hold the attention. Tremendous energy bursts forth on the sip, …
Merry Edwards Pinot Noir 2019, Sonoma Coast
94 points Wine Enthusiast: Creamy red fruit and light stemmy spice adorn this soft, silky wine from coastal sites. It shows an opulent mouthfeel and teases of rose and forest floor. Cranberry, pomegranate and rhubarb come to mind on the …
Noria Pinot Noir Sangiacomo Vineyard 2018, Sonoma Coast
Delectable aromas of raspberry, cherry, rose petal, and a hint of strawberry as well as attractive bouquets of cedar, caramel, and anise. Dazzling red berry flavor expands on the palate. Supple acidity and refined tannins lift the mid-palate and provide the …
Penner-Ash Pinot Noir 2019, Willamette Valley
93 points Wine Spectator: Savory, bright and elegantly structured, with hints of underbrush, raspberry and pomegranate building tension toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2029.
Sanford Pinot Noir 2016, Sta. Rita Hills
93 points Wine Enthusiast: Aromas of dried cranberry, hibiscus, rooibos tea, mace and grated ginger combine on the nose of this appellation blend. Intense flavors of elderflower and violet make for an elegantly vibrant palate, which is framed by intense …
Siduri Pinot Noir 2018, Willamette Valley
91 points James Suckling: “Spicy oak influence sits across ripe red cherries with a swathe of freshly cut herbs. The palate has very attractive freshness and lithe, juicy appeal.”
Tyler Pinot Noir Dierberg Vineyard Block Five 2018, Santa Maria Valley
96 points Vinous: The 2018 Pinot Noir Dierberg Vineyard Block 5 is a total knockout. Dark blue/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, menthol and sage give the 2018 so many shades of nuance. A dark, somber expression of Pinot comes through loud …
Winc Folly of the Beast Pinot Noir 2019, Central Coast
Winery notes: Aged in 30% new French oak for 12 months to enhance notes of sweet spice, this round Pinot shows notes of red fruit, purple flowers, and fresh-chopped wood. This elegant wine will be a showstopper at your next dinner …