2013 Black Kite Cellars Angel Hawk Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

14.6% alc., pH 3.40, TA 0.60, 163 cases, $85. Released February 2016. Dijon 114 and 115 and Pommard clones. 2-day cold soak, inoculated with RC212 yeast and punched down three times daily. After fermentation, the wine first rested for 10 months in a mix of 33% new and 1-year-old French oak barrels. The best barrels were aged for another 12 months for a total of 22 months in barrel. · Moderately light cherry red color in the glass. The nose is practically orgasmic, offering soaring aromas of dark red grapes, berries and cherries accompanied by a woodland scent. The rich core of cherry, raspberry and cranberry fruits are well-spiced and are accented with weighted notes of anise and caramel. Bold, yet charming, with good restraint and guile. Score: 93. Reviewed April 2, 2016

Winery: Black Kite Cellars
From article: Many Exceptional Pinot Noirs Reviewed