Donelan

Two Brothers North Coast Pinot Noir

9.160 ratings
9.028 pro ratings
North Coast, California, USA
Pinot Noir
Turkey, Game, Exotic Spices, Soft Cheese, Duck, Goose, Salads & Greens, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Herbs, Nuts & Seeds, Mushrooms, Chicken, Meaty & Oily Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Stew, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Salmon, Quinoa, Shellfish
Top Notes For
James Forsyth

A mid to light weight Pinot that, despite its name, is feminine in character. Plenty of freshness with rose petals and raspberries. The artwork in the background is Mortimer and Jenkins by Swoon (2012) - the two having a (possibly play-) fight seemed brotherly.

A mid to light weight Pinot that, despite its name, is feminine in character. Plenty of freshness with rose petals and raspberries. The artwork in the background is Mortimer and Jenkins by Swoon (2012) - the two having a (possibly play-) fight seemed brotherly.

Aug 21st, 2019
David Kline

Of all the Pinot...😉

Of all the Pinot...😉

Jun 17th, 2018
Greg Ballington

Co-Founder of Millennial Drinkers Wine Blog

8.9

First winery on day two in Sonoma was Donelan Family Wines in Santa Rosa with Meredith. First red up was the Two Brothers Pinot Noir which comes from four separate vineyards in Sonoma County; 41% from Steiner Ranch, 26% from Walker Vine Hill, 21% from Devoto and 12% from Perli. Namesake is for the two sons, Tripp and Cushing. Aged for 18 months in 17% new French oak. 1,630 cases produced.

Medium garnet red with some ruby in the core. A touch of greenery on the nose with some twigs and strawberries. A touch of tobacco and cedar too. Medium acidity (6.5/10) with a light plus to medium body. Layered palate with notes of cinnamon, violet, white pepper, plums and a touch of mushrooms. Medium plus finish with a little bit of iron coming through. Drink till 2021.

$$ - Tasted at the winery. Retail price is $55.00.

First winery on day two in Sonoma was Donelan Family Wines in Santa Rosa with Meredith. First red up was the Two Brothers Pinot Noir which comes from four separate vineyards in Sonoma County; 41% from Steiner Ranch, 26% from Walker Vine Hill, 21% from Devoto and 12% from Perli. Namesake is for the two sons, Tripp and Cushing. Aged for 18 months in 17% new French oak. 1,630 cases produced.

Medium garnet red with some ruby in the core. A touch of greenery on the nose with some twigs and strawberries. A touch of tobacco and cedar too. Medium acidity (6.5/10) with a light plus to medium body. Layered palate with notes of cinnamon, violet, white pepper, plums and a touch of mushrooms. Medium plus finish with a little bit of iron coming through. Drink till 2021.

$$ - Tasted at the winery. Retail price is $55.00.

Jun 3rd, 2018
WineMascot

Got some zing and a touch of oak

Got some zing and a touch of oak

Apr 12th, 2018
Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

8.8

At 14.4, this shows a surprising delicacy and balance. Oak comes across a little stronger than I'd like but it's still thoroughly drinkable. Regardless, at $60 retail, it's way too expensive compared to some equally priced peers who regularly outperform it.

At 14.4, this shows a surprising delicacy and balance. Oak comes across a little stronger than I'd like but it's still thoroughly drinkable. Regardless, at $60 retail, it's way too expensive compared to some equally priced peers who regularly outperform it.

1 person found it helpfulFeb 19th, 2015
Timothy Eustis

Wine Director, Red Lion Inn

9.1

V. good.

V. good.

1 person found it helpfulAug 4th, 2014
TC Frazier

Almost Oregon like, with more weight than expected

Almost Oregon like, with more weight than expected

1 person found it helpfulApr 7th, 2014
Scott Manson

The Donelans nailed it with this gem.

The Donelans nailed it with this gem.

1 person found it helpfulOct 3rd, 2013
Christina Marie

Notes of raspberry, cherry, and oak on the nose with a delicately balanced palate. Cheers! 💜🍇🍷

Notes of raspberry, cherry, and oak on the nose with a delicately balanced palate. Cheers! 💜🍇🍷

May 11th, 2016
David Kline

Great standby.

Great standby.

Apr 12th, 2015