2012 Patton Valley Pinot Noir West Block
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The 2012 West Block Pinot Noir sees 47% new French oak and has a well defined, quite intense bouquet with macerate red cherries, pomegranate and a dab of marmalade. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin and well-judged acidity. Harmonious in the mouth with the oak dovetailed beautifully into the fruit on the finish, this is an excellent Pinot Noir - clearly the standout wine from Patton Valley.
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Josh Raynolds
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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Vivid red. Dark berries, cherry-cola and smoky Indian spices on the pungent nose and palate. Shows excellent depth and a pliant, seamless texture, with a sexy floral pastille nuance coming up with aeration. At once rich and lively, finishing with strong thrust, slow-building tannins and lingering sassafras and juicy dark fruit character. This really clings to the palate.