2016 Gracianna Mercedes Riverblock Estate Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., 232 cases, $54. Release TBD. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Perfumed with aromas of black cherry, cola, pomegranate, toast and a subtle peppery note. Welcome juiciness and silky in texture, with buried tannins, offering lavish black cherry fruit flavor and an accent of baking spice and the slightest toasty oak. The wine gathered interest and expression when tasted several hours after opening and the following day from an open and re-corked bottle. Score: 94. Reviewed December 11, 2018

Winery: Gracianna Winery
From article: Pinot Trail Diaries