Pinot Noirs from Producers Outside the Anderson Valley that Source Grapes from within the Anderson Valley

Anthill Cellars The three amigos who craft these wines are all Williams Selyem cellar refugees. I think a better name would be the three aces as they are crafting nothing but winning Pinot Noirs right now. If you haven’t had Anthill, you haven’t lived. I was shocked to check the website and see 2006 vintage wine still for sale. Strike while you can.

2006 Anthill Farms Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

13.7% alc., $32. · Light crimson in color. Cinnamon spice, cherry, cardamom aromas which are nose-filling. With time in the glass there are more confected grape fruit notes with a touch of alcohol peeking out. Light-weighted and elegant, the wine shows off very appealing cherry and raspberry flavors.. Nothing epiphanic but a good drink and perfect for the table.

2006 Anthill Farms Demuth Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

13.6% alc., $39. · Light crimson robe. Complex nose showing black cherry, truffle, oak and toffee. Charismatic dark stone fruits with an earthy tone. Healthy tannic backbone. Creamy texture and a slightly dry finish. This will only get better with cellaring. I could drink this all night.

Brogan Cellars Margi Weirenga crafts Pinot Noir from Burt Williams’ vineyard, Morning Dew Ranch, in Anderson Valley. Burt is Margi’s father.

2006 Brogan Cellars Morning Dew Ranch Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., $45. · Shy aromas of cherry syrup, grass and barnyard. Dark red earthy fruits Good acid spine. Not showing particularly well right now but Margi’s wines need some time to develop. Be patient.

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Pinot Noirs from Producers Outside the Anderson Valley that Source Grapes from within the Anderson Valley