2015 Rivers-Marie Silver Eagle Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., 200 cases, $50. Vineyard is farmed by Ulises Valdez. Primarily Vosne-Romanee and Calera clones. Some added whole cluster in this vintage. · Moderately dark reddish purple color in the glass. The nose is largely oak-driven with aromas of coffee and roasted nuts initially, slowly revealing black fruit flavors. Rich and sappy in the mouth, with flavors of blackberry, cassis and Hoison sauce with a noticeable play of oak in the background. Fruit driven, with nicely balanced tannins, and a pleasing but not extraordinary finish. Little nuance, but offers an irresistible opulence. Score: 92. Reviewed March 29, 2017

Winery: Rivers-Marie
From article: Rivers-Marie: Past & Present