167 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Sonoma Coast
97+ Points

Fort Ross Pinot Noir The Terraces 2017

This seductive and ultra-silky smooth Pinot captures your attention immediately with a bouquet of dark berries and heady, exotic spice. The palate is dominated by brooding black fruit flavors including pomegranate, cherry and plum, which are all carried by a fresh, balanced acidity and a racy, streamlined texture. The finish includes notes of black tea,... Read Full Review
97 Points

Hirsch Pinot Noir Reserve 2017

This Reserve Pinot Noir showcases a plethora of flavors and complexity including cherry, pomegranate, cranberry, subtle spice and notes of herbal tea. Burgundian in profile with red plum and savory wild mushroom, a slight saline quality is a testament to the true oceanfront situation of the Estate. With polished tannins, this will age effortlessly over... Read Full Review
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Joseph Phelps Pinot Noir Pastorale 2023

The 2023 Pastorale Vineyard Pinot Noir is a wildly seductive Sonoma Coast Pinot bursting with dark raspberry, black cherry, blood orange, and sweet vanilla spice, all wrapped in a silky, exuberant texture that practically glides across the palate. Hedonistic but energetic, it delivers loads of juicy dark red fruit, subtle grip, and a fresh vibrancy.... Read Full Review
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Kistler Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2024

A vividly composed, tightly knit red that reminds you why Kistler has long been a reference point for food-friendly wines. Deep ruby-garnet in color, it opens with ripe black cherry and kirsch, followed by vanilla bean, orange zest, and a dusting of baking spices, with savory undertones of dried herbs and crushed peppercorns. On the... Read Full Review
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Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2021

This racy new Pinot Noir leads with floral notes plus candied apples, shining forth with ripe red fruit flavors boasting strawberries and raspberries, cherries, and cranberry, giving way to a full-bodied palate lifted by hints of fresh herbs and a silky texture. We enjoyed the holiday spices and hints of black tea on the finish.... Read Full Review
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Martinelli Pinot Noir Zio Tony Ranch 2019

The 2019 Martinelli Zio Tony comes out of the ‘glass’ running with its flashy and fun nose featuring ripe, bold fruits like raspberry, black cherry, and cranberry with layers of baking spices – fruit cake, if you will. It is without a doubt a big CA Pinot, but with its crisp and refreshing finish, it... Read Full Review
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Patz & Hall Pinot Noir Bootlegger’s Hill 2018

Elegant and inviting aromas of strawberry cream and spicy notes. The generous texture is soft and velvety with concentrated layers of dark red fruit flavors amid a backdrop of spices, flowers and toasty oak. An absolute standout in this lineup and one of the best Pinots I’ve tasted from this producer. Read Full Review
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Platt Vineyard Pinot Noir Estate 2023

An exquisite, finely tuned bouquet bursts with precision and lift. The palate is beautifully supple yet powerful, with a core of dark berry fruit interwoven with pomegranate, blood orange, and subtle savory notes. The texture is seamless, the structure impeccable, and the finish lingers with energy and grace. A dazzling debut that marries purity with... Read Full Review