California Wine Advisors

Winery Notes Deep, concentrated flavors of pristine red cherry and pomegranate with raspberry and violet dominate both the nose and palate, coupled with rich silky textures and beautiful weight. The 2018 Standard Deviation Pinot Noir is a Pinot Noir that would appeal to even the most seasoned Cabernet drinker.

Radiant and expressive in the glass, the new Gap’s Crown Pinot Noir opens with lifted aromas of vivid red berries layered with orange peel, crushed rose petals, and a touch of juniper and cinnamon spice. The palate is bright and energetic, with pure wild strawberry, raspberry, and apple skin in the foreground and subtle notes...

This tantalizing young Pinot combines pure ‘new world’ fruit with vivid Burgundian freshness. The bouquet is highlighted by black cherry, raspberry, and subtle hints of Darjeeling tea. The palate is racy with tightly wound notes of red cherries, pomegranate, minerals and spices that glide along assertive tannins. Decant for maximum pleasure tonight (or any time...

Gorgeous aromas of strawberries and spices lead to a silky texture with luscious ripe red berries and cherries. A lot of intensity here for how weightless and elegant it is on the palate. Enjoy tonight or anytime over the next 5 years.

The 2022 Walter Hansel Pinot Noir Cuvée Alyce is a high-energy stunner that overdelivers in every way. It opens with a vibrant burst of raspberry liqueur and zesty blood orange, wrapped in a rich, velvety texture reminiscent of red velvet cake, but without a trace of sweetness. The palate is deep and fruit-driven, with layers...

This exotic boutique Pinot offers savory fruit notes featuring smoky cranberries, black cherry and raspberries plus bergamot and hints of Christmas potpourri. Enjoy this gem with grilled meats (duck and lamb) or salmon for a delightful pairing tonight through 2028.

Addax 5 Wells Sonoma Coast 2021 is an opulent Pinot boasting a bouquet of rose petals, mocha, and fresh berries wafting from the glass. The luxuriously smooth palate leads to sumptuous notes including raspberries, ripe cherries, chocolate-covered espresso beans, baking spices and creamy vanilla. This immensely delicious new Pinot possesses full-throttle fruit richness, velvety tannins...

Frankly stunning Pinot for this price. Rich and powerful, yet immediately fun and expressive. Bright, fresh raspberry and lifted red fruit lead, followed by darker notes of plum, black raspberry, and blackberry jam. The palate shows real sophistication with earthy undertones, hints of violets and root beer, a well-built tannic grip and a long finish.

This is a majestic experience that silky-smooth Pinot enthusiasts are going to adore. The alluring bouquet displays aromas of violets, creme de cassis, cherries, and spice box. This exquisite example of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir boasts waves of dark berries, black plum, dried tea leaves, cranberry, hints of creamy oak and then culminates in...

This deeply satisfying, silky smooth new release showcases the superb quality of dark red fruit from the 2018 vintage in Burgundy. The velvety texture delivers thrills from start to the creamy rich finish. Aromas of Violets and Lilies capture your attention and lead to bold and racy red fruit (pomegranate and strawberry) notes deftly balanced...