2014 Winderlea Pinot Noir Legacy
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(18 percent new oak) Limpid ruby-red. Suave, mineral-accented black raspberry, cherry cola and star anise scents develop a smoky nuance in the glass. Sweet and expansive on the palate, offering intense red and dark berry flavors that show excellent clarity and a spine of juicy acidity. Smoothly plays richness off vivacity and finishes very long and sappy, with velvety tannins lending framework and gentle grip.
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Josh Raynolds
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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The 2014 Pinot Noir Winderlea Vineyard Legacy was picked 19-27 September, just before the storm hit when the vines were beginning to show some botrytis. It was matured for 12 months with 28% new oak. It has a lovely bouquet, very pure and quite minerally, lifted Morello and strawberry fruit that is very detailed and utterly charming. The palate is medium-bodied fine and supple tannin, a keen line of acidity, balanced with fresh brambly red fruit and my only quibble is that it cuts away abruptly on the finish, hurrying out the door as if it has somewhere else to go. Even though it does not have the persistence, it is still a commendable Pinot Noir, one that I would prefer to drink in its youth rather than cellar.