2013 Dutton Goldfield Angel Camp Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., pH 3.63, TA 0.58, 459 cases, $58. Sourced from a 11.5-acre vineyard west of Philo. Clones are Pommard, “828,” and 667. 100% de-stemmed, 5-day cold soak, co-fermentation of clones, aged 11 months in French oak barrels, 50% new. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. The nose and palate are dark fruited with complimentary notes of oak-driven spice and sandalwood. More Pinot perfume needed. The tannins are well-matched, there is a good acid backbone, and the wine picks up some interest over time in the glass. Still it remains a very good but not special wine. Score: 89. Reviewed November 22, 2015

Winery: Dutton-Goldfield
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted Pinot Noir