Arista, UV Lucky Well Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sonoma County

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Tasted by: Jane Anson
(at Sonoma Vinexpo, 21 Oct 2018)
Drinking Window: 2020 - 2032
Generous Pinot flavours here, from a vineyard located about as far west as you can go in Russian River, heading over to Sonoma Coast. This is packed with beautifully savoury redcurrant fruit that's just crunchy enough to be full of juice and hugely aromatic. It opens up to reveal subtle smoky notes. Around 25% whole-bunch fermentation helps keep the acidity lifting right through the palate, gorgeous balanced with minerality. Plush fruit flavours lead to a drawn out finish. It's bottled unfiltered, but it stays in stainless steel tanks for six months following fermentation to ensure a natural settling.
Producer
Arista
Brand
UV Lucky Well Vineyard Pinot Noir
Vintage
2016
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
USA
Region
California
Appellation
Sonoma County
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Natural Cork
Alcohol
14.50%
Body
Full