9/24/2022 - KL1191 Likes this wine:

More Burgundian than any of John's pinots that I've tried (and I've tried a lot)...there is tension and balance, and most surprisingly an almost citric/lime oil character to the acidity that is rather magical. This is a remarkably serious tasting wine from a producer that I already think of as a master of deliciousness and QPR. He caught lightning in a bottle here.

1/28/2022 - Rieslingfan wrote:

On CellarTracker another taster said this was a “hard wine to figure out.” I largely agree with that sentiment, though tasting over two nights has allowed me to put a few puzzle pieces in the correct places. On night one it started angry, and with a green streak that was reminiscent of Loire Cabernet Franc. Ninety minutes later it was intensely aromatic, showing fruit, earth, and still bits of that green streak, though it was reduced to a nuance rather that being dominant. Night two retained much of the open for ninety minutes character from night one, though with more obvious tannin, and the aromatics slightly subdued/dissipated from being open 24 hours. Overall still balanced, but on the aggressive side for what I generally expect from Pinot Noir, regardless of origin. Best to let it rest a few years, and see what happens as it ages in bottle. It’s interesting now, but not much fun.

4/9/2022 - tomlee wrote:

Crimson in color. 14.2% ABV. Gorgeous nose of red fruits, cloves and forest floor. Medium to full bodied with perfect acidity and balance. Black cherries, baking spices, cherry cola and earth on the palate. Absolutely delightful Pinot Noir. Best over the next several years while you let the single vineyard designates from 2017 rest in the cellar.