2016 Three Sticks Walala Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.67% alc., 485 cases, $70. Clones faux 828, 777 and 115. 25% whole cluster. Aged 15 months in 61% new French oak barrels. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Shy, but agreeable aromas of black fruits, floral bouquet and toast. Initially this wine was very tight and closed, becoming considerably more approachable and livelier after opened several hours and spectacular the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Enviable harmony in a mid-weight plus style, featuring hedonistic black current and black grape flavors that push but do not exceed ripeness. Despite the rich sap, the wine retains a vibrant and welcoming character. The texture is soothing, the oak is honorably integrated and the preposterous finish goes on and on. Reviewed February 2019. Score: 95. Reviewed August 1, 2021

Winery: Three Sticks Wines
From article: Elite California Pinot Noir Vineyards Part I: North Coast - Sonoma Coast