2012 Joseph Swan Vineyards Trenton Estate Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., $65. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Aromas of oak-kissed blackberry, warn leather, raisin and grilled brisket. Noticeably silky on entry with layers of earthbound blackberry, black currant, and prune flavors in a middleweight plus style. The tannins have receded and only slightly grippy, while the fruit still shows some presence Showing its age but still enjoyable with a very generous blackberry-fueled finish. Score: 90. Reviewed August 22, 2021

Winery: Joseph Swan Vineyards
From article: Elite California Pinot Noir Vineyards Part II: North Coast - Russian River Valley