The 2014 Carneros Estate Pinot Noir is sourced from the three best vineyard blocks on the Donum Estate. The wine was aged 55% new French oak (Francois Frères, Atelier, Cadus, Remond, Gamba) and opens to inviting aromas of black cherries, raspberries, spices and cola, which are framed by bramble and forest nuances. On the palate this delivers a wonderful soft, round texture, which is backed by mouthwatering acidity, as it leads into the supple finish. Overall, the Carneros Estate Pinot Noir is simply delicious and will be accessible early on. (Best 2018-2027) - May, 2017 (JD)
Wine Specifications
- Report Date: May, 2017
- Producer: Donum Estate
- Vintage: 2014
- Drinking Window: 2018-2027
- Estimated Value: $72
- Country: United States
- Region: California
- Appellation: Russian River Valley
- Importer: N/A