Failla 2023 Fort Ross Pinot: JD 97 & Vinous 96 Points
30,91 $
Description
Failla Estate Pinot Noir 2023 | Fort Ross-Seaview, Sonoma Coast
Discover an exceptional California Pinot Noir crafted in the cool, coastal vineyards of Fort Ross-Seaview. Failla’s 2023 Estate release captures the wild elegance of Sonoma’s rugged coastline, delivering a profound sensory journey celebrated by critics.
Critically Acclaimed Complexity
Earning stellar reviews (97 pts Jeb Dunnuck, 96 pts Vinous), this age-worthy Pinot Noir unfolds with layered intensity. Anticipate a captivating bouquet of dried blood orange peel, bergamot, and black tea, elegantly intertwined with hints of leather and bay leaf. On the palate, experience a full-bodied yet refined structure—ripe dark berries and blue fruits meld with savory notes of lavender, licorice, and crushed graphite minerality. Supple tannins and balanced acidity create a seamless, mouth-coating texture that hints at remarkable cellar potential.
Distinct Coastal Terroir
What sets this wine apart? Its unmistakable Fort Ross-Seaview character. Ocean-driven coolness concentrates flavors while preserving freshness, yielding a Pinot Noir with uncommon depth and savory complexity—think black pepper and menthol undertones beneath its fruit core. Perfectly balanced at 13.6% ABV, it’s built to evolve beautifully. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar until 2025–2040 for peak expression.
Vintage may vary slightly by shipment. An investment-worthy red wine for collectors seeking terroir-driven excellence.
