2021 Fort Ross Vineyard Pinot Noir Fort Ross-Sea View
Built around a foundation of red and dark berry aromas, this wine evolves over time, as aromas of dusty black fruits and delicate rose petal give way to spicy, savory notes of clove and Asian spices. On the palate, the flavors remain consistent, with black cherry, juicy plum and hints of toasty oak leading the way. The hallmark minerality of their vineyard and soft, velvety tannin envelop the palate from front to back, as a spine of youthful acidity and fine structure ensure this wine will continue to shine for many years.
Sonoma Coast doesn't get any more coastal than Fort Ross. Their vineyard perch above Highway 1 is only a mile from the water. They're one of the founding members of the new "Fort Ross-Seaview" appellation which recognizes the unique influence of the Pacfic on (mostly) Burgundian varietals. It's what has been referred to for many years as the "true" Sonoma Coast, the district officially streches so far inland as to make the maritime influence basically irrelevant. From the cliffs above the fog layer, the fortunate vines of Fort Ross are able to bask in brilliant sunshine by day and be rocked to sleep at night by soothing ocean breezes. Happy grapes make for some awfully tasty wine, as you'll discover here.
Jeb Dunnuck
A semi-opaque ruby with a light haze, the 2021 Pinot Noir Fort Ross Vineyard is ripe and spicy, with smoky incense, pine, licorice, and black cherry. This full-bodied Pinot packs in loads of ripe blackberries, toasted cedar, and tea leaf with ripe tannins, dusty earth, and a bit of orange peel on the finish.
Wine Enthusiast
Toasted nori, black tea and plum aromas dominate the nose of this wine. The palate is plush and rich, with black cherry jam, spicy cola and black pepper flavors in a full-bodied framework. Pair this powerful example of coastal Pinot Noir with a grilled ribeye.