2015 Dutton-Goldfield Deviate Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.49, TA 0.68, 406 cases, $72. A deviation from the winery’s emphasis on single-vineyard bottlings. Sourced from Jentoft Vineyard in Green Valley (Calera clone) and Putnam Vineyard near Annapolis on the far Sonoma Coast. 100% de-stemmed, put into open-top fermenters, 5-day cold soak, aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 55% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Engaging aromas of ripe strawberry, black cherry and baking spices. Seamless and luxurious in the mouth, with mid weight plus flavors of black cherry, boysenberry, blackberry, cassis and the right touch of toasty oak. The satin tannins, luxurious mouth feel, and a finish that offers great length and cut make for a dreamy drinking experience. Score: 93. Reviewed April 14, 2018

Winery: Dutton-Goldfield
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