2015 Sojourn Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., 2,280 cases, $39. A blend of grapes from eight vineyards in the Sonoma Coast AVA, ranging from Occidental to the Petaluma Gap. Key components are Gap’s Crown, Sangiacomo, Rodgers Creek and Walala vineyards. Pinot Noir clones 115, “828,” 667, Pommard and Wädenswil 2A. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Highly aromatic upon opening, with scents of cherry, pomegranate, spice, earthy flora and peat. Highly satisfying from the get-go, with mid weight flavors of cherry, pomegranate, black raspberry and Damsel plum fruits accented with enviable spice. Nicely balanced with oak adding interest in the background and finishing with good generosity. You won’t find a better Sonoma Coast appellation Pinot Noir in the marketplace. Score: 90. Reviewed December 13, 2016

Winery: Sojourn Cellars
From article: Final California Wine Reviews of 2016