2014 Dutton-Goldfield Redwood Ridge Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., pH 3.56, TA 0.61, 278 cases, $62. Inaugural bottling from William Wesley Vineyard located in the Annapolis area of the Sonoma Coast. Only 5 miles from the coast but at an elevation above the fog line allowing for enough gentle warming throughout the day for adequate grape maturation. Gravely soil, close-spaced vines lead to low yields, thickskinned fruit, small berries and concentrated fruit. De-stemmed, layered into open-top fermenters where a 5- day cold soak ensued. The wine was racked in March and barreled an additional 5 months before bottling. Total aging in French oak barrels was 15 months in 55% new barrels. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Pleasing perfume of black cherry, dark red berries and baking spices. An impeccably balanced wine with delightful flavors of black raspberry and blueberry-pomegranate underlain with a riff of nutty oak and savory spice. Rather elegant, but with firm fruit tannins providing support. The finish is remarkable for its intensity and persistence. Score: 91. Reviewed August 6, 2017

Winery: Dutton-Goldfield
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