2011 Patricia Green Pinot Noir Notorious

(100% new oak): Vivid ruby-red. Powerful, oak-spiced aromas of cherry, dark berry preserves, cola and smoky Indian spices. Sweet and velvety on the palate, offering suave black raspberry and cherry compote flavors and an invigorating jolt of allspice on the back half. Packs a serious punch but comes off energetic and precise. Finishes with excellent clarity and persistence. Just 12.5% alcohol here, by the way.

Author: Josh Raynolds

Issue: July/August 2013