2018 En Garde Pleasant Hill Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., 155 cases, $60. Clones 115, 777 and Pommard. Harvest Brix 23.8º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 33% new. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Well-appointed nose of black cherry, blueberry, and oak spice and toast aromas. The mid-weight core of dark cherry fruit explodes in glorious exuberance in the mouth. Flat-out delicious fruit with accents of spice and cola. Stereotypical Russian River Valley Pinot Noir that delights from entry to finish. Even better when tasted the following day from a previously opened bottle. Score: 94. Reviewed February 28, 2021

Winery: En Garde Winery
From article: Recently Tasted 2018 California & Oregon Pinot Noir