2012 Ama Estate Pinot Noir
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Tasting notes
Cherry blossom and black tea with a saline crunch and savoury palate. Accents of smoke. Ultra-lean right now. With age will uncurl beautifully. (ECB)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Vivid ruby. Black raspberry, cherry-cola and pungent herbs on the deeply scented nose. Fleshy and expansive in the mouth, offering broad red and dark berry flavors and a suave note of candied flowers. Picks up spiciness with air and finishes on a smoky dark berry note, with very good thrust and youthful tannic grip.
Peay's 2012 Pinot Noir Ama Estate is once again gorgeous. Sweet, silky tannins caress the palate as this wonderfully juicy, expressive Pinot shows off its considerable personality. Sweet tobacco, mint and cedar notes all add complexity in an impeccable, totally gracious wine. Hints of orange peel, spices and pomegranate add intrigue and nuance on the juicy, resonant finish.
About the producer
Peay Vineyards is a small, family-owned estate winery on the rugged West Sonoma Coast in California, crafting elegant, site-driven Pinot Noir, Syrah, Chardonnay, and other varietals from organically farmed grapes grown just miles from the Pacific Ocean.