2021 Hirsch Vineyards, San Andreas Fault Estate Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, California, USA

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2021 Hirsch Vineyards, San Andreas Fault Estate Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, California, USAThis Pinot Noir from Hirsch Vineyards celebrates the influence of the San Andreas fault on these vineyards. This is Hirschs flagship wine, and the one which best represents the complexity of Hirsch Vineyards terroir. This estate spans 72 acres, divided into 67 individual farming blocks that correspond to the dramatic, sudden changes in soil and aspect created by the Fault. As you might expect, this is wonderfully complex. Red cherries, anise, mint,

and three years ageing in Slovenian botti grande

but will be an excellent addition to your cellar for very pleasurable drinking over the coming years

Vinous (June 2025)

the palate is a little more open

with its persuasive mix of intense flavour and freshness

There doesn't seem to be any TCA on the nose but there is a slight shortage of fruit and no great follow-through on the palate

Deep brick-garnet

this is jam-packed and full of oomph

10% Petit Verdot

The wine's sheer density is impressive

It is a must-have for any cellar

This Highland single malt was matured in a refill sherry butt before being given a final two years maturing in a fresh Oloroso butt