Eden Rift Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir 2017

Under vine since 1849, Eden Rift, located 20 miles from the Pacific Ocean, is among the oldest, continually producing estate vineyards in California. The winemaker, Cory Waller, follows a philosophy of non-intervention, and utilizes natural vessels, native yeasts and varying degrees of stem inclusion. There are 89.71 acres under vine for pinot noir, with approximately half currently producing; and 22.5 acres of chardonnay, with 16 acres currently producing.

91pts - Robertparker.com

"Grapes for this were harvested September 5, 14 and 21 and the wine aged 10 months in 20% new French oak. Pale ruby, the 2017 Pinot Noir Estate has very pretty scents of gravel dust, fresh cranberries, strawberry-rhubarb, cinnamon stick and dried leaves with notes of tar, dried citrus peel and lilac. It’s light to medium-bodied and restrained but nuanced with a gentle texture and mouthwatering freshness on the bright finish. Such a lovely, lifted style. 2,115 cases produced. " - Erin Brooks