Juicy, fragrant, silky.
Pinot Noir maestro, Grant Stanley heads up the winemaking at Spearhead these days, so the Pinots are in good hands.
Starting with the 2019 vintage he began releasing three site specific and unfiltered Pinots (includes Saddle Block and Coyote), which were fermented for 13 months in French oak (25% new).
The Golden Retreat Vineyard is a western aspect site near Summerland with a south facing exposure set at 1490 ft ASL. The vines (Dijon and Pommard clones) were planted in sandy loam and gravel soils in 2008.
To me it's the highlight of the Pinot program this vintage. Heavenly aromas of raspberry and cherry, candied rose petals and star anise and undertones of leather, cedar and pipe tobacco. It has a sweet and supple entry, it's juicy and elegant, expressive and ever so classic. Silky and persistent--a lovely wine.
Eat your Root Veggies, French Food
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Wine Scores reviewed - 2022-10-28 16:37:31.0
