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2015 Joseph Phelps Freestone Vineyard Pinot Noir

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February 25, 2024 - $36

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RATINGS

92The Wine Advocate

Nose of red cherries and black raspberries with hints of wild thyme, forest floor, lavender and moss. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegant and finely grained, with intense earth and red berry flavors, as well as a long finish.

92Vinous / IWC

Dark cherry, plum, violet, licorice and sweet spices notes abound in this rich, opulent wine. This is an especially racy, fruit-driven style for the coast. Sweet floral and spice notes add lift, with hints of lavender and rose petal that add the closing shades of complexity.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast AVA runs from San Pablo Bay in the south to Mendocino County in the north. It includes 7,000 vineyard acres and earned AVA status in 1987. Its proximity to the Pacific Ocean means it gets double the rainfall of nearby inland appellations and the ocean gives the appellation a relatively cool climate. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir can thrive in these conditions, and there are numerous producers making critically acclaimed Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

TYPE

Red Wine, Pinot Noir

This red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. The grape prefers cooler climates and the wine is most often associated with Burgundy, Champagne and the U.S. west coast. Regional differences make it nearly as fickle as it is flexible.