2013 Foxen Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8

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Score 93/100 · Drink 2017-2025, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Aug 2015

A powerful, structured wine, the 2013 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8 is literally bursting at the seams with explosive energy. A host of savory herbs, smoke, licorice and tobacco open up in the glass, but this is a wine to put a way for a few years, as the elements still need time to come together. The firm, grippy finish and the wine's overall delineation are both striking.

Critic scores

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94
94/100

Average Score

93
93/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

95
95/100

Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate

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95 points
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
Score 95/100 · Drink 2015-2023, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate, Aug 2015

An incredible, profound Pinot Noir, Foxen's 2013 Pinot Noir Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8 was completely destemmed and aged 17 months in 50% new French oak. Its deep ruby color is followed by sensational notes of sweet cherries, black raspberries, crushed flowers and a touch of licorice. Medium to full-bodied, layered and multi-dimensional, with seamless texture, this is California Pinot Noir at its finest. Drink it any time over the coming 7-8 years.

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Foxen
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Colour

Red

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Dry

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