2003 Fort Ross Vineyard Symposium Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
14.7% alc., 688 cases, $32. 96%
Pinot Noir and 4% Pinotage. Aged 16 months in 50% new French oak.
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An earth-based nose with moodier and darker fruits. A little pepper and farmyard adds interest. Delicious flavors of cherry pie, nutmeg, strawberries and cookie dough. Nicely balanced with an appropriate acid backbone.
Reviewed December 3, 2007
Winery: Fort Ross Vineyard
From article: Fort Ross: Growing Pinot On the Edge