2009 Pali “Riviera” Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., 3,576 cases, $19. Aged 10 months in 20% new French oak barrels. · Difficult to coax much aromatic interest out of this wine presently, offering subdued aromas of black cherries, black raspberries and oak. Much more interesting in the mouth, with pleasing red fruit flavors set off by bright acidity. Fruit-driven and highly drinkable. Good. Reviewed March 2, 2011

Winery: Pali Wine Co.
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