Paul J

9.3

Only had a few sips. I’m not a big Pinot guy but this was solid. — 2 months ago

with Brooke

Chris Coulombe

8.9

Solid. Sharp flavor but has good depth and complexity. Good body for a Pinot. — 3 months ago

Daniel Anderson

9.0

A bit syrupy on the nose but the highish abv is surprisingly well balanced. Lot of blueberry. One of the better Pinots imo but not worth the extra wait and still boring — 6 months ago

David Gutglass

9.4

Decanting is a must right now. Notes of kiwi and grapefruit — 3 years ago

C. Cole

9.2

Wasn’t sure what to expect, but it was such a wonderful bottle. More mineral than fruit upon opening the bottle, but with time, each sip became smoother and more enjoyable. A great complement to sous vide lamb. — 4 years ago

Luis Arguero (@winefromAtoZ)

9.1

Fort Ross FRV Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2013: Beautiful ruby-red color. Elegant Balance. Silky tannins. Great acidity. Dark fruit (blackberry, currant, plum). Red fruit (cranberry, cherry, pomegranate). Menthol. Spice. Earth. One of my absolute favorite Sonoma Coast Pinots and a perfect match for today’s #tacotuesday Cheers🍷 — 5 years ago

Anthony Lombardi

9.3

Fort Ross Seaview Bordeaux blend. Old world style. Truffle, cedar & cassis nose. Fresh style on the palate. Drinks more Super Tuscan than Bordeaux. Black currant & tobacco, but loads of fresh acid. Drinks great with a pork ragu & pasta. Definitely one to seek out. — 6 years ago

Ming L

9.2

All estate fruits aged 11 months in French barrel, 30% new. A taut, mineral-driven Chardonnay with chiseled structure and sharp acidity balanced by deft use of oak. The tension between brisk salinity and supple texture is lovely. Give it another 3-5 years in the bottle. — 2 months ago

Ming L

9.2

Aromas of lemon zest, green apple, and coastal wildflowers lead into a palate of pear, citrus oil, and crushed stone. The concrete egg and Austrian foudre lend purity and gentle roundness, while 15% new French oak adds subtle spice and toast. Bright acidity carries a saline, mineral-driven finish with impressive length and poise. — 4 months ago

Mary H

9.1

Natty but in a very cozy way. Hibiscus with nuttiness. — 8 months ago

Gilbert Van Hassel

9.3

Cold, rainy year but producing a great Chardonnay. Flinty, Meyer lemons, pear. Great effort in a difficult year. Tiny production.
— 3 years ago

Ron R

9.0

Opened this, and for once, let this breathe for an hour.
Lovely visual, crystalline presentation, the nose is clean and laced with cola. On the mid-palate, this could be a traditional burg. Light on its feet, relaxed acidity and moderate tannins. Beautifully balanced, just lacked the sweetness we’ve come to expect from Cali pinots. Cherries and cola dominate. My mindset isn’t organized for this tonight.
Many years of runway ahead of this. — 4 years ago

with Anne-marie

Jody Scharf

9.3

3rd times a charm. Nice pinot. Pro ratings should be higher but what do they know? 🤔 — 6 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Medium ruby color with a slight garnet rim. Aromas of fresh red fruit, lavender, rose petals, roasted meat and light oak. Flavors of ripe red plums/cherries/raspberries, pomegranate, rhubarb and black tea. Elegant note of sweet baking spices on the long lasting finish. Slightly chewy texture and tannins. Medium bodied and slightly elevated acidity. Bold, but quite elegant and easy to drink. — 3 months ago

Sipping Fine Wine

9.2

Pale lemon color with aromas of stone fruits and blossom and spice, fruit from the Martinelli Charles Ranch, two miles in from the Pacific, aged for 12 months in 25% new oak. On the palate flavors of apple and pear with a touch of zesty lemon, crisp, with nitty vanilla notes. Nice mouthfeel, vivid acidity, medium+ finish ending with fruit, vanilla and citrus mineral character. Nice! — 5 months ago

ESF

9.8

last bottle and it was the best — ever!

opened for an old friend and after battling a broken cork and decanting, it ended up absolutely pristine, darn near flawless. A testament to Fred Scherrer — 9 months ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.5

2020 vintage. First Fort Ross-Seaview Pinot I’ve had that truly knocked my socks off. Delicate with a seemingly endless finish. — 4 years ago

Joe Estrada

9.3

A delicious & elegant Pinot Noir from Carlo & Dante Mondavi — 5 years ago

JFP

8.9

Nice cab. Opened well. Great with a meatball stew. Would buy again — 5 years ago

David Jacobs

9.1

Not usually a big fan of Cali pinots but this one is really nice. Not over the top to the point of being more like a Zin, good balance and flavor. — 6 years ago