2018 On Point Winemaker’s Selection North Coast Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., 183 cases, $39. A blend of grapes from Gap’s Crown, Hogan’s Run and Conzelman vineyards. Aged 11 months in French oak barrels, 24% new. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Aromas of black raspberry, cherry, vanilla and mushroom earthiness. rise up from the glass. Well-endowed with juicy flavors of spicy dark red cherry and blackberry with a modicum of oak in the background. Nicely balanced tannins and forthright acidity with a lip-smacking finish. Score: 90. Reviewed May 25, 2020

Winery: Fulcrum Wines
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