2016 On Point Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., 140 cases, $38. A blend of grapes from Gap’s Crown and Wildcat Mountain vineyards. Clones 115 and 667. Aged 11 months in French oak barrels, 18% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Heady aromas of dark strawberry, black raspberry, spiced plum, underbrush, maple and anise. Luscious and imposing on the attack and mid palate, with a mid weight plus charge of boysenberry, blueberry and pomegranate fruit flavors. Some spice and toasty oak is woven through the fruit core. The tannins are balanced and the texture very soft. This is a fruit-driven wine with a good tannic backbone that wants for a little more acid vibe. Score: 89. Reviewed April 14, 2018

Winery: Fulcrum Wines
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