2019 Darling Azaya Vineyard Petaluma Gap Marin County Pinot Noir

12.5% alc., 100 cases, $48. Released November 1, 2020. This certified organic vineyard was planted in 2006 at 420 feet above sea level. in Blucher loam. Double sorted, vineyard and winery. 75% whole cluster. Combination of gentle pump-overs, foot treading and punchdowns. Native primary fermentation, native MLF and aged 10 months in neutral oak. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Lovely, deep aroma of dark cherries with whole cluster undertones. Midweight in character, infused with spirited acidity, and framed by moderate tannins, this wine delivers an expansive mid palate of cherry goodness, finishing with some length and spirit. There is a noticeable stamp of tobacco, presumably from stem tannins. Score: 91. Reviewed March 21, 2021

Winery: Darling
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