2016 Kutch Bohan Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

11.3% alc., $54. Sourced from grapes planted in 1974. Vines are dry farmed and own rooted. 100% whole cluster, native yeast and native malolactic fermentation. Aged 12 months in 100% neutral French oak barrels without racking. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. The whole cluster-inspired nose features aromas of red cherry fruit, red rose petal, sap and carbonic maceration. Light to mid-weight in style and red fruited with a noticeable wilted rose floral tone. Appealing elegance, suede tannins and shot through with bright acidity, finishing long with lip-smacking tart cherry goodness. When tasted the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle, the nose was even more enticing, becoming more savory and less overtly fruity, and the dark red fruits and tannins had reached gracious integration. The overall experience was exceptional. Score: 97. Reviewed August 27, 2020

Winery: Kutch Wines
From article: Old Vine California Pinot Noir Vineyards: Sonoma/Napa Counties, A-D