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Score 95/100 · Drink 2020-2027, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate, Sep 2020

Medium ruby-purple, the 2018 Pinot Noir South Slope has gorgeous aromas of blood orange, cracked pepper, cranberries and red and black cherries loaded with earthy, amaro-like nuances. The medium-bodied palate is silky, fresh and uplifted, its concentrated fruits refreshed by loads of spicy accents, and it finishes long and detailed. 1,083 cases produced.

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95
95/100

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94
94/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

95
95/100

Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate

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94 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 94/100 · Drink 2022-2030, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Apr 2020

The 2018 Pinot Noir The South Slope Vineyard is a super-classic Russian River Pinot built on textural richness and volume. Ripe red cherry, blueberry, spice, mint and licorice infuse the 2018 with striking layers of nuance. A wine of substance and power, the 2018 is going to need a bit of time to unwind. It is maybe just a bit less refined than some of the other Pinots in the range, but it holds quite a bit of appeal, especially for readers who like big Pinots.

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Walter Hansel
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Red

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Dry

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