2017 Gracianna Westside Reserve Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.8% alc., 74 cases, $76. Release TBD in 2019. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Aromas of dark cherry and ripe strawberry fill the glass. Surprisingly forward for a 2017 release, displaying a deep spiced cherry flavored core filled out with a bit of toasty oak in the background. Soothing in texture and easy to like, yet needs more time to fully integrate the components. Score: 91-93. Reviewed December 11, 2018

Winery: Gracianna Winery
From article: Pinot Trail Diaries