Outstanding example of Cali Pinot. Even more so since this is 2012 vintage. Overripe cherries and coffee notes explode on the nose. The palate displays crunchy black fruits along with syrop de cassis. Superb grainy tannins combine with bright acidity. A reference point in Sonoma/Cali.
Here are my top 2023 tastings by type. Let me know what your favorites are…
2023 Wines of my Year
Sauvignon Blanc - Modus Operandi (2021) - $45
Chablis - Domaine Genot-Boulanger Puligny Montrachet (2020) - $85
Chardonnay - Kongsgaard (2020) - $120
Pinot - Aston Estate (2012) - $70
Cabernet - Sinegal (2019) - $75 &
Cabernet - Lewelling (2019) - $59 — a year ago
Textbook white Burg. Linear with pinpoint focus. So much depth on the mid palate. Meyer lemons and roasted pineapples present on the mid palate. Suave sweetness and acidity bring home an outstanding presentation. — 2 months ago
Good! Maybe a little expensive for what it is but good — 9 months ago
A little sour and a bit bitter. Tart and oaky. — 10 months ago
Ericsson
Another great burg, full of red cherry and deep acidity. — 22 days ago