2018 Albatross Ridge Cuvée Vivienne Carmel Valley Monterey Pinot Noir

13.0% alc., pH 3.68, 600 cases, $45. This bottling is named after the winemaker’s daughter and was sourced from 8 blocks of the estate vineyard. Clones “828,” Pommard, 115 and 777 yielding 1.55 tons per acre. Harvest Bris 21.5º-23.7º. 20% whole cluster. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, 30% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Nicely perfumed with aromas of cherry, rose petal and the slightest oak. A satisfying wine with up front appeal in a mid weight style featuring black cherry and purple berry flavors with a hint of smokiness in the background. Nicely balanced, with fine-grain tannins and a credible finish. Score: 90. Reviewed June 14, 2020

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