94 Points Wine Enthusiast
This wine is a classic expression of Pinot Noir from a consumer favorite. Although the vintage was cool, with some heat spikes and rain, they still managed to produce a dynamic supple, red-berried, crushed herb dynamo, with remnants of oolong black tea on the nose and flavors of strawberry, blood orange zest, and maple with a silky finish.
92 Points James Suckling
A quintessential Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, this wine is crafted to celebrate the region’s defined character, boasting aromas of penny royal, ripe cherry and subtle hints of chanterelle mushrooms. On the palate, it offers a beautifully balanced experience with smooth tannins and refreshing acidity alongside flavors of blackberry, leather and breakfast tea. A reflection of its depth and complexity, it slowly departs with a long, lingering finish.
91 Points Decanter
This Pinot Noir is from three of Goldeneye's estate Anderson Valley sites: Confluence, Gowan Creek, and The Narrows. It spent 16 months in just about 50% new French oak. This Pinot shows ripeness and spice, with aromas of sasparilla and cola spicing up the rich red and black berries. The palate offers tart notes of blood orange and smoky hints of leather and spice, with a coastal saline minerality to the finish. It remains concentrated and rich throughout.
Winemaker Notes
A quintessential Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, this wine is crafted to celebrate the region’s defined character, boasting aromas of penny royal, ripe cherry and subtle hints of chanterelle mushrooms. On the palate, it offers a beautifully balanced experience with smooth tannins and refreshing acidity alongside flavors of blackberry, leather and breakfast tea. A reflection of its depth and complexity, it slowly departs with a long, lingering finish.
