2013 MacRostie Goldrock Ridge Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.6% alc., 428 cases, $56, screwcap. This vineyard is located a few miles from the Pacific Ocean near the town of Annapolis in the far western Sonoma Coast. Clones 777 and “828” are planted in Goldridge sandy loam soils at an elevation of 780 feet above the fog layer. 100% de-stemmed, 3-day cold soak, inoculated yeast strains, aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 35% new. · Moderately light cherry red color in the glass. This wine is nicely endowed with aromas and flavors of red cherry, strawberry, baking spices, blonde caramel and roasted nuts. Light to mid weighted, with gentle tannins, admirable elegance and plenty of Pinot personality. Score: 91. Reviewed June 5, 2015

Winery: MacRostie Winery & Vineyards
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted Sonoma County Pinot Noir