The 2010 Pinot Noir Occidental Ridge Vineyard is laced with freshly cut flowers, mint, roses and sweet red berries, all of which are woven together in a fabric of unusual class. Sweet floral notes lead to a long, sensual finish underpinned by lively acidity. This feminine, totally sensual Pinot possesses striking overall balance and tons of finesse. The Occidental has the highest acidity of the 2010 Pinots, which should help it age gracefully over the coming years. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2020.-AG
(12.8% alcohol): Good full red. Crushed cherry, raspberry and a pungent mint oil quality on the nose (Brown described it as pennyroyal). Then supple, juicy and delicate on the palate, with a light touch to the perfumed flavors of red fruits, blood orange and spices. There's an almost citrussy element here that's very refreshing. Finishes savory and long, with salty minerality. This wine normally shows darker fruit flavors but I find this vintage fascinating.- Stephen Tanzer (05/2013)
Producer: Rivers Marie
Vintage: 2010
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Country: USA
Region: CA - North Coast (Napa,Sonoma)
Sub-Region: Sonoma
Appellation: Sonoma Coast
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