2019 South Block Pinot Noir
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Medium ruby-colored, the 2019 Pinot Noir South Block is savory and floral with lots of iron-rich earth, crushed roses, wild red berries, and delicate sweet spices. It’s very fresh and pure although it has some age. Salty, fresh, and refined, with a great, supple, silky texture, it has an umami feel, with ripe tannins and a well-defined structure. Drink 2024-2040.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Eric Guido, Vinous
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The 2019 Pinot Noir South Block transports me to the Northern Rhône with its spicy blend of grilled herbs, olives, crushed rocks, white pepper and blackberries. This smoothes over the palate, silken yet not weighty in feel, with a pure blend of wild berry fruits and nearly salty mineral tones. Juicy acidity propels the 2019 even further, adding motion to its tart and tense persona. Violet and lavender florals accentuate red plums through the long and gently tannic finale. It leaves the palate reeling with a pleasantly bitter sensation that keeps the mouth watering for more. This hails from all Wädenswil clones planted in 1968.