2020 Kutch McDougall Ranch Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.0% alc., 275 cases, $64. Fermented 50% whole cluster with indigenous yeast. Aged in used French oak barrels. Unfined and unfiltered. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Aromas of black cherry, sois-bois, floral lift, and dried herbs. Discrete fullness of dark cherry and raspberry fruit flavors with a touch of exotic spice, adroitly framed by submerged tannins and quenching acidity. A green tobacco tone was evident initially but resolved when the wine was revisited the following day at which time the overall experience had noticeably improved. Score: 93. Reviewed April 25, 2022

Winery: Kutch Wines
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