Winemaker Joseph J. Wagner is a 4th generation winemaker from a family with farming and winemaking roots in the Napa Valley since 1906. Had a bottle on vacation. Deep Ruby (darkest Pinot I have come across, almost looks like a Cab) aromas of ripe berries and pepper spice notes. The palate shows rich black fruits, blackberries, plums and black cherries, vanilla, cedar, black pepper and cacao. Rich soft tannins, firm acidity on lingering finish ending with mineral tones. Nice! Give more time in the bottle.
Winemaker Joseph J. Wagner is a 4th generation winemaker from a family with farming and winemaking roots in the Napa Valley since 1906. Had a bottle on vacation. Deep Ruby (darkest Pinot I have come across, almost looks like a Cab) aromas of ripe berries and pepper spice notes. The palate shows rich black fruits, blackberries, plums and black cherries, vanilla, cedar, black pepper and cacao. Rich soft tannins, firm acidity on lingering finish ending with mineral tones. Nice! Give more time in the bottle.
Dec 4th, 2017
Technically, I detect PN...but not really in the spirit of the grape IMO.
Technically, I detect PN...but not really in the spirit of the grape IMO.
Mar 21st, 2017
Very nice Pinot. Similar to the Clark & Telegraph Pinot, perhaps a little less fruit forward. Glad I am having it on Christmas Eve - pairs very well with all kinds of foods.
Very nice Pinot. Similar to the Clark & Telegraph Pinot, perhaps a little less fruit forward. Glad I am having it on Christmas Eve - pairs very well with all kinds of foods.
Dec 25th, 2016
Strong aromas of overripe cherries. Very fruit forward, some earthiness in the finish.
Strong aromas of overripe cherries. Very fruit forward, some earthiness in the finish.
Jan 5th, 2025
In Kona, Hawaii at a fabulous dinner celebrating my husband during his recognition trip. Perfect wine
In Kona, Hawaii at a fabulous dinner celebrating my husband during his recognition trip. Perfect wine
May 3rd, 2023
Santa Lucia Highlands, Central Coast, California, USA
