2011 Siduri Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

12.9% alc., 1,252 cases, $32. 50% Sonatera Vineyard, 37% Castro Vineyard, 10% Ewald Vineyard and 3% Hirsch Vineyard. A blend of 8 clones from 11 different vineyard blocks picked both before and after the early October rains. · Moderately light reddish-purple color in the glass. Surprisingly concentrated and flavorful considering the very low alcohol (according to Adam, "This is one of the leanest Pinot Noirs at 12.9% alcohol we have ever made, and yet it is rich and concentrated"). Aromas of darker berries, plum and new oak but never really opens up over time in the glass. Moderately rich red fruit flavors are accented by savory herbs and oak. Soft in the mouth with good acidity that adds verve. Good. Reviewed March 23, 2013

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