Red

Larson Vineyard Pinot Noir

Carneros · Napa-Sonoma · United States

Fact sheet

duck · mushrooms · lamb · roast chicken

201488 pts

This wine opens in a curious mix of cucumber and mint, herbal and inviting in its unexpected charms. Tart cherry, raspberry and black tea contribute further flavor atop a light texture of still-developing concentration and ripe fruit.
201385 pts

There's a simplicity to this medium-bodied wine, which is high in acidity and basic in its fruit. Ripe black cherry and dried herb are along for the ride, atop leather and cola. A small percentage of Dry Creek Valley Petite Sirah is blended in.
201190 pts

This is made in a lower alcohol, more elegant style, drier and leaner than some other Pinots, but perhaps more food-friendly and ageable as a result. It shows cherry, cola and herb flavors, richly oaked and balanced with acidity. Try cellaring it for 5–6 years.