2014 Anaba Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., pH 3.52, TA 0.61, 1,215 cases, $42. A blend of three vineyards in the Green Valley of Russian River Valley AVA along with two others in the Sonoma Coast that overlaps with the Russian River Valley. Aged 18 months in French oak barrels, 30% new. Harvest Brix 24.1º. Clones are Pommard, 115, 777, 667, “828,” and 9. 100% de-stemmed, 5-day cold soak, fermented separately by clone, aged 18 months in French oak barrels, 30% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Deep aroma of fresh cherry pie and nutty oak. Light to mid weight in style with appealing elegance and balance. Very approachable darker cherry flavor with a deft touch of oak spice. A bit shallow on the attack and mid palate. Score: 88. Reviewed December 13, 2016

Winery: Anaba Wines
From article: Final California Wine Reviews of 2016