2016 Dutton-Goldfield Deviate Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., 499 cases. $72. A blend of grapes from Jentoft Vineyard and Putnam Vineyard (near Annapolis on the West Sonoma Coast). 100% de-stemmed. Aged 15 months in 55% new French oak barrels. · Dark garnet color in the glass. A message of quality is clear in this wine that leads off with aromas of black cherry, wine cave and nutty oak. Expansive, mouth filling purple and black berry fruits engage the mid palate with purpose and persist through a very long finish. There is just a kiss of oak, a touch of spice, and a subtle smoky thread. The tannins are invisible and the overall impression is one of harmony. Even better when tasted two days after opening. Reviewed November 17, 2018. Score: 94. Reviewed August 22, 2021

Winery: Dutton-Goldfield
From article: Elite California Pinot Noir Vineyards Part II: North Coast - Russian River Valley