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2017 Furthermore Gap’s Crown Vineyard Petaluma Gap Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., 240 cases. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Gloriously aromatic, with scents of black stone fruits, dark berries, rose petal and warm brioche. A deluge of black cherry and black raspberry fruits greet the palate but there is enough supportive acidity (even a citric note) to lift the fruit to brightness. Of special note is the highly persistent, fruitfilled finish. Score: 93. Reviewed August 1, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Graton Ridge Vineyard Russian River Valley Chardonnay

14.2% alc., 150 cases, $45. · Light golden yellow color in the glass. The nose merges aromas of grilled lemon and peach with toasty oak. Soft and polished, with pleasure-seeking flavors of lemon, pineapple, yellow apple and nectarine with a hint of saltiness. This wine’s best features are its round mouthfeel and the tight lemony finish. Score: 93. Reviewed March 23, 2019 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Gloria Vineyard Green Valley of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.7% alc., 192 cases, $55. Calera, Swan and 115 clones. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Perfumed with scents of black cherry, tobacco oak and tilled earth. Mid-weight plus in style, offering flavors of herb-dusted cherry and green herbs. A bright arrow of acidity pervades the wine creating a sweet and sour finish. The wine leans too much on oak and finishes only modestly. Score: 89. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Graton Ridge Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., 243 cases, $55. Dijon clones planted in 2003. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Really nicely perfumed with aromas of ripe Bing cherry, olallieberry pie, and black grape. Discreetly concentrated and suave in the mouth, with a core of dark cherry and black raisin flavors with added notes of black tea, dark chocolate and cassis. Smoky oak plies the background. Score: 90. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore La Encantada Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., 120 cases, $55. Vineyard planted in 1998 by Richard Sanford. Dijon clones 115, 667, 777. Certified organic. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Toasty oak overshadows the fruit aromas of ripest strawberry and black cherry. A husky, well-ripened core of blackberry and black raspberry fruit that displays proper acidity and noble tannins to balance the fruit load. Charming, with some length to the finish. My only nit is that the wine displays more oak overlay than I prefer. Unchanged when tasted the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle, still showing a noticeable oak imprint. Score: 90. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Sierra Mar Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.8% alc., 120 cases, $55. Pommard 4 and Pisoni selection. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Highly aromatic, displaying scents of dark cherry, dark raspberry, blueberry-pomegranate, cola and spice. I thought I detected a very slight hint of Brett (sweaty horse) that was not off-putting. Mid-weight plus in concentration, offering super-ripe, luscious and sweet array of black stone and black berry fruits. There are hints of brown sugar and cocoa as well. Silky textured with buried tannins make for smooth going. Over time in the glass, the wine is less appealing as mostly a slug of fruit. Unchanged when tasted the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 90. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Gap’s Crown Vineyard Petaluma Gap Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., 290 cases, $60. Clones 667 and faux 828. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Pleasant array of black stone fruit and dark berry aromas that really rise up over time in the glass. There are scents of rose petal and warm brioche as well. A deluge of black cherry and black raspberry fruit envelopes the palate and seems to linger for over 30 seconds on the finish. The fruit has a brightness with a citric edge particularly notable on the finish. Gap’s Crown always delivers. Score: 93. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Gioia Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., 150 cases, $60. Clone 113 and Pommard. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. The aromas of black cherry, spice cake and earthy flora unfold over time in the glass. Delicious flavors of black cherry, dark raspberry and dark strawberry backed by suede tannins and the slightest toasty oak. Silken in texture with good harmony and some persistence at the end. About the same when tasted the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 93. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.8% alc., 195 cases, $60. Clones 115 and faux 828. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Reserved aromas of black cherry and cigar box. A hedonistic wine packed with layers of over ripe fruit tastes of blackberry, cassis and prune. As big as Pinot Noir gets with a level of fruit ripeness that blocks out the usual red-fruited elegance of this vineyard. The wine finishes with a sense of alcoholic heat. Score: 89. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Starbridge Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

12.5% alc., 150 cases, $60. Vineyard adjacent Summa Vineyard and vines were established by cuttings from Summa Vineyard. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Aromas of cherry, blueberry, black tea bag and seasoned oak. A hint of bruised apple (acetaldehyde) only present briefly upon opening. Mid-weight in style, with a core of citrus-toned red fruits framed by very modest tannins. The wine’s acid is at the forefront showing a prominent citrus imprint on the mid-palate as well as a tart, citric finish. Score: 88. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Nevina’s Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., 120 cases, $75. Estate vineyard situated at 1,300 feet elevation. 777 and 667 clones. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Aromas of boysenberry, blackberry and black currant. The palate is greeted with a soothing flood of very ripe purple and dark berry fruit flavors. A big-fruited wine yet shows matching ripe tannins and well-integrated oak. Not as bombastic as other wines in the 2017 lineup, offering a more refined character. Score: 93. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2017 Furthermore Alchemy Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., 169 cases, $85. A cuvée of Furthermore vineyard sources. · Dark garnet color in the glass. Aromas of black raspberry, worn leather, prune, brown butter and medicine cabinet. Mid-weight plus in style, with a core of very ripe black cherry and blackberry fruits accented with spice. A literal fruit bomb with proportional tannins, a compliment of oak and some length and generosity on the finish. Score: 90. Reviewed April 10, 2021 ARTICLE »

2016 Furthermore Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.71, 416 cases, $40. Release June 15, 2019. Aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 20% new. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Ripe Bing cherry aroma framed by toasty oak. Sleek in the mouth and silken in texture with a mid weight core of black cherry fruit overlain with oak. The mouthfeel is the best feature of this wine that has Russian River Valley typicality, but the fruit is a tad too ripe and too embellished with oak. Score: 88. Reviewed June 4, 2019 ARTICLE »

2015 Furthermore California Rosé of Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., 190 cases, $25. · Moderate pinkish red color in the glass. Demure aromas of red berries lead to modestly rich flavors of blueberry, cranberry and peach. Soft and smooth in the mouth, lacking in vibrancy. Score: 86. Reviewed May 6, 2016 ARTICLE »

2015 Furthermore La Encantada Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

13.6% alc., 151 cases, $50. This organically-farmed vineyard was planted by Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir icon Richard Sanford. Clones 115, 667, and 777. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Enticing aromas of dark red cherry and berry, exotic spices, pipe smoke and toast. Impressive energy in a mid weight style offering flavors of blueberry and black raspberry with a thread of oak. Nicely balanced and easy to approach, with a modest but satisfying finish. Best several hours after opening. The wine’s best feature is the vivacious acidity. Score: 92. Reviewed March 23, 2019 ARTICLE »

2015 Furthermore Sierra Mar Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

13.9% alc., 101 cases, $50. Pommard and Pisoni clones. Harvest Brix 26.1º. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. A light to mid weighted style that has seductive elegance. Aromas and flavors of red cherry and red berry with a hint of spice and a good grip of acidity on the bountiful finish. The barrel management is spot on. Score: 91. Reviewed June 4, 2019 ARTICLE »

2015 Furthermore Gioia Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.0% alc., 106 cases, $55. This vineyard is nestled in the redwoods in Occidental about 7 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean. Replanting took place in 1998. The steep, rocky terrain makes this vineyard a labor of love to farm. Clones are 33% 113 and 67% Pommard. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Nicely perfumed with scents of ripe cherry, strawberry and floral goodness. Mouth filling mid weight flavors of spiced black cherry and fruit punch. Excellent harmony and purity of fruit with a healthy tannic backbone and plenty of finishing purpose. Score: 92. Reviewed March 23, 2019 ARTICLE »

2015 Furthermore Graton Ridge Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., 106 cases, $55. An Estate vineyard located at the winery and just outside the tasting room, sharing a fence with neighbor Paul Hobbs. Clones are Dijon and Pommard. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. A savory nose offers aromas of black olive, rose petal, dusty underbrush, pipe smoke and cherry. Cherry fruit cola and savory herb flavors combine in this middleweight offering with silky tannins and a compliment of toasty oak. This flirtatious wine gives up more enjoyment with more time in the glass. Score: 90. Reviewed March 23, 2019 ARTICLE »

2015 Furthermore Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.6% alc., 101 cases, $55. Pisoni and “828” clones. Harvest Brix 26.8º. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Aromas of black grape, dark rose petal and molasses. The chewy fruit veers to the roasted side. Nicely composed, with gentile tannins and gracious acidity, progressing to a modest finish. More darkly fruited than is typical for Rosella’s Vineyard and not an identifiable reflection of this vineyard because of the ultra ripeness. Score: 89. Reviewed June 4, 2019 ARTICLE »

2015 Furthermore Nevina’s Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.1% alc., 60 cases, $60. The winery’s Occidental estate vineyard located less than 6 miles from the Pacific Ocean at an elevation of 1,300 feet. The vineyard was planted in 2002 with 777 clone by Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir pioneer Scott Zeller who nurtures the vineyard. In 2012, an additional block of 667 clone was added. Yields are a painfully low 1 ton per acre. Clones 777 and 667. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Aromas of black cherry, violets, bramble and woodshed. Discreetly concentrated flavors of black cherry, black raspberry and boysenberry with a compliment of oak in the background. Silken in texture with gentle tannins and a modest finish. Score: 91. Reviewed March 23, 2019 ARTICLE »

2015 Furthermore Starbridge Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.1% alc., 20 cases, $75. Starbridge Vineyard was originally part of Summa Vineyard, split off by Scott and Joan Zeller when Thomas Brown bought and retained the name of Summa Vineyard. This 2-acre plot is located on Taylor Lane in Occidental just 5 miles from the Pacific Ocean. · Light ruby red color in the glass. The nose is not particularly flattering, offering aromas of red cherry, cranberry, sandalwood, dried herbs and tobacco leaf. Light in weight and delicately styled, featuring lacy red fruits and a stream of savory flavors including weedy underbrush and tobacco. A cozy wine with gossamer tannins, but the barrel treatment supersedes the demure, even dilute fruit core. No change when tasted the following day from a previously opened bottle. Tasted twice with consistent results. Score: 89. Reviewed March 23, 2019 ARTICLE »

2014 Furthermore Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.9% alc., 328 cases, $N/A. · Light cherry red in color with a slight haze (unfiltered). The nose is perfumed with aromas of cherry, rose petal, pine sap and sandalwood. Light in weight, with flavors of well-spiced cherry and raspberry framed by suave tannins. Elegant, like cherries draped in a lacy evening gown. Forward drinking and enjoyable. Score: 89. Reviewed June 5, 2015 ARTICLE »

2014 Furthermore Sierra Mar Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., 202 cases, $45. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Aromas of black cherry reduction, dried herbs including sage give way to a tasty mid weight plus core of black raspberry and purple grape flavors. Sleek in the mouth with filigree tannins and a modest finish. Much more expressive when tasted the following day from a previously opened and recorked bottle showing both fruit and savory notes competing for attention. Score: 90. Reviewed December 3, 2017 ARTICLE »

2014 Furthermore Gioia Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.4% all., 177 cases, $50. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. The nose leads off with aromas of black cherry, purple grape and blackberry. Discreetly concentrated flavors echo the aromas with a compliment of spice and toasty oak. The fruit veers to the very ripe side but doesn’t cross the line. Plenty of mouth filling goodness and length, with a silky texture and some finishing persistence. More giving when tasted the following day from a previously opened and recorked bottle. Score: 91. Reviewed December 3, 2017 ARTICLE »

2014 Furthermore Gloria Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., 177 cases, $50. · Light garnet color in the glass. This wine shows a muscular punch of oak along with savory notes of fertile earth and herb garden. The mid weight red cherry core is relegated to the background. Silky in the mouth, with gentle tannins and a juicy, quenching finish. The finish is dominated by oak-driven toast and marzipan. The wine was unchanged when tasted the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 88. Reviewed December 3, 2017 ARTICLE »

2014 Furthermore Eden Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.9% alc., 116 cases, $55. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Sullen red and blue fruits are pushed to the background with aromas of earthy flora and smoky oak. The mid weight essence of black cherry fruit is underpinned with smoky, herbal flavors. A very savory styled wine with silky, nebulous tannins and plenty of oak overlay showing up as burnt tobacco on the finish. Score: 87. Reviewed December 3, 2017 ARTICLE »

2014 Furthermore Graton Ridge Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., 348 cases, $55. · Light ruby red color in the glass. Intoxicating aroma of spiced Bing cherry with a bit of oak. Light in weight, with a core of robust cherry and raspberry fruit flavors accented with a smoky, herbal tone. Rather simple, but easy to like, with integrated tannins and a modest finish. Score: 89. Reviewed December 3, 2017 ARTICLE »

2014 Furthermore Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., 285 cases, $55. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Attenuated aromas of cherry, cranberry and wild strawberry touched by nutty oak. Light to mid weight engaging flavors of red cherry and red berry with plenty of spice in a seamless and forward drinking style, with some finishing length. A very typical wine from this pedigreed vineyard. Score: 91. Reviewed December 3, 2017 ARTICLE »

2013 Furthermore Gloria Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., pH 3.61, 181 cases, $45. Calera, Swan and Pommard clones. Harvest Brix 25.4º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 33% new. · Moderate light reddish purple color in the glass. The nose is alive with scents of black cherry and sous-bois. Polished, elegant and charming, with mid weight flavors of black cherry, plum, anise and spice. Seamless with some finishing length. Even better the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 92. Reviewed June 5, 2015 ARTICLE »

2013 Furthermore La Encantada Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., pH 3.51, 126 cases, $45. Clones 667 and 777. Harvest Brix 26.8º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 30% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. A well-crafted wine that offers uplifting aromas of black cherry, spice and scrub brush. The blackberry and black raspberry fruits lean to the riper side with even a subtle note of black raisin creeping in. Oak contributes a coffee and dark chocolate note. The tannins are well-proportioned and there is enough acidity to compliment the fruit load. The slightest sense of alcoholic warmth shows up on the finish. Score: 90. Reviewed June 5, 2015 ARTICLE »

2013 Furthermore Eden Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., pH 3.72, 125 cases, $50. 100% Mount Eden clone (thus the name of the vineyard). Harvest Brix 24.6º. Aged in 100% French oak barrels, 40% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Striking aromas of fresh strawberry, cherry and sandalwood lead to a light to mid weight core of intensely flavored oak-kissed cherries. Very forward and immensely satisfying with a silky mouthfeel, the wine finishes with plenty of cherry goodness. When tasted later in the day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle, the wine had further blossomed and offered a delightful charge of cherry and spice. Plenty of Pinot singing. Score: 94. Reviewed August 18, 2015 ARTICLE »

2013 Furthermore Keefer Ranch Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., pH 3.62, 204 cases, $55. Harvest Brix 24.7º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 40% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Delicate aromas of cherry, dried herbs and sandalwood. Plush, suave and easy to cozy up to, with a core of bright cherry fruit encased in soft tannins. The finish is remarkable for its lengthy trail of spiced cherry. Great vineyards always show up. Score: 92. Reviewed June 5, 2015 ARTICLE »

2013 Furthermore Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., pH 3.60, 151 cases, $55. Harvest Brix 28.0º. Pisoni and “828” clones. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 35% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Very savory nose featuring aromas of earthy flora, tobacco, mushroom, black cherry, strawberry and vanilla. Silky on entry, with mid weight flavors of plum, black cherry, black raspberry, mocha, herbs and spice. Elegantly composed with a generous dollop of oak and some dry tannin on the finish. Score: 89. Reviewed February 13, 2017 ARTICLE »

2013 Furthermore Sierra Mar Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.60, 133 cases, $55. Pisoni and “828” clones. Harvest Brix 28.0º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 50% new. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Earth-kissed aromas of blackberry jam lead to a delicious melange of luscious black cherry and blackberry fruit flavors with a welcome hint of spice and oak. Nicely balanced, with a lengthy finish that had good cut. The most richly endowed wine in the 2013 lineup. When tasted the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle, the nose had really blossomed and the texture had become quite soft and sexy. Score: 93. Reviewed June 5, 2015 ARTICLE »

2013 Furthermore Nevina’s Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., pH 3.73, 150 cases, $60. Clone 777. Harvest Brix 24.2º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 33% new. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Deep, penetrating aromas of darker cherries and darker red berries along with the scent of rose petal and woodlands. The palate seems whole cluster inspired with flavors of black cherry, black raspberry, plum and spice, with hints of vanilla and root beer. Impressive attack and mid palate presence with streamlined tannins and a juicy demeanor, finishing with pizzazz. Noticeably better the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 94. Reviewed June 5, 2015 ARTICLE »

2012 Furthermore Gloria Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., pH 3.61, 164 cases, $40. Inaugural wine from this vineyard. Calera, Swan and Pommard clones. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 50% of which were new Cadus. · Light cherry red color in the glass. Enticing aromas of red cherry pie glaze, cranberry, rose petal and conifer. Inviting, forward flavors of cherry, raspberry, sandalwood and baking spices including cinnamon. Lighter in weight, but packing a wallop of flavor that hangs on through a lengthy and silky finish. When re-tasted later in the day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle, the wine had become an irresistable cherry bombast and my family couldn’t keep their hands off it. Score: 94. Reviewed March 16, 2015 ARTICLE »

2012 Furthermore Sierra Mar Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

15.0% alc., pH 3.73, 115 cases, $40. Pommard and 23 clones. Harvest Brix 27.0º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 45% of which were new Remond. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. There is plenty of harmony in this wine which offers an array of aromas including cherry, raspberry, spice, vanilla, cola and forest floor, and a satisfying core of mid weight black cherry, plum and cassis flavors accented with spice. Impressive fruit presence on the palate with balanced tannins, a silky mouthfeel and an expansive finish. Score: 91. Reviewed March 16, 2015 ARTICLE »

2012 Furthermore Gap’s Crown Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.53, 75 cases, $50. Clones 777 and “828.” Harvest Brix 26.0º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 30% of which were new Damy. · Moderate red cherry color in the glass. Aromas of earthy flora and Bing cherries lead to a highly pleasurable entry of cherry, black raspberry, spice, cola and toasty oak flavors that persist through a fruit-driven finish. The fruit is complimented by balanced tannins and juicy acidity, and the mouthfeel is silky smooth. When tasted later in the day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle, the wine became more fragrant with some rose petal showing up to compliment the Bing cherry essence. Score: 92. Reviewed March 16, 2015 ARTICLE »

2012 Furthermore La Encantada Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., 100 cases, $50. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Shy, but pleasing aromas of strawberry, raspberry and woodshed. Darker fruited on the palate featuring flavors of black raspberry and pomegranate. Forward and enjoyable now, with supple tannins and a lovely velvety mouthfeel that is quite seductive. Score: 91. Reviewed August 18, 2015 ARTICLE »

2012 Furthermore Nevina’s Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.7% alc., pH 3.73, 126 cases, $50. Clone 777. Harvest Brix 24.2º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 25% of which were new Damy. · Moderately dark reddish purple color in the glass. Delicate aromas of black cherry, blackberry, spice and toast pick up intensity over time in the glass. Delicious array of fruit flavors including black raspberry, blackberry and boysenberry with added notes of complimentary spice, cola and sweet oak. Nicely balanced, with impressive fruit intensity on the generous finish. This wine has a racy energy and a distinctly unique character that is hard to put into words. “I really like it” should suffice. Score: 93. Reviewed March 16, 2015 ARTICLE »

2012 Furthermore Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.8% alc., 151 cases, $50. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Reserved aromas of cherry, rose hips tea and baking spices. This wine is packed with stunning spiced cherry cola flavor that attacks with a vengeance and persists through a long, refined finish. The tannins are balanced, the texture is rich and lush, and a mild tug of oak plays in the background. Score: 91. Reviewed August 18, 2015 ARTICLE »

2012 Furthermore Weir Vineyard Yorkville Highlands Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., pH 3.62, 117 cases, $50. DRC selection, Wädenswil 2A, and Rochioli selection. Harvest Brix 24.7º. Aged 15 months in French oak barrels, 25% of which were new Cadus. · Light reddish purple color in the glass. Scents of berry patch, strawberry and rainforest fern lead to an exotically flavored wine with mid weight black cherry and plum fruits at the core embellished with underlying notes of clove, anise and dark chocolate. Some noticeable dry and grippy tannins provide structure for aging and should ameliorate over time. This wine has admirable polish and swagger. Score: 91. Reviewed March 16, 2015 ARTICLE »

2012 Furthermore ALCHEMY Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., 88 cases, $85. A new bottling that is a special cuvée blended from a subset of the winery’s single vineyard designates. This barrel selection is meant to reflect the vintage and the terroir of the Sonoma Coast and to age well. This wine will be made only in great vintages when the magic happens. · Moderately dark violet red color in the glass. There is noticeable oak overlay in this mid weight plus wine which offers a luscious array of darker red and black fruits accented with spice, cola and dark chocolate. The mid palate attack is intense and the finish is rich and satisfying. Lay this one down for a few years to allow the oak to settle in and the aromatics to fully arrive. Score: 93. Reviewed August 18, 2015 ARTICLE »

2011 Furthermore La Encantada Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

13.6% alc., 85 cases, $40. · Moderately dark reddish purple color in the glass. This wine speaks of Sta. Rita Hills with good dark fruit intensity and bright acidity. The aromas of blackberry, black currant and licorice are enticing, and mid weight flavors of blackberry, black plum, eucalyptus and spice satisfy. A bit of toast and mocha are in the background. The fruit has good verve, and the mouthfeel is velvety. Score: 90. Reviewed November 19, 2014 ARTICLE »

2011 Furthermore Nevina’s Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., 83 cases, $50. Furthermore’s first estate vineyard. Located in Occidental six miles from the coast planted in 2002 to clone 777 by Scott Zeller. The vineyard was formerly known as Willow Creek and was bottled as a vineyard designate by Rivers-Marie. · My first experience with this vineyard and WOW! Moderately dark reddish purple hue in the glass. Intoxicating aromas of freshly picked and crushed wild berries, spice, and ocean breeze. A little bit untamed, rugged and spirited, with delicious flavors of boysenberry, blackberry, molasses and dark chocolate and a firm tannic spine. The fruit has character and speaks of the earth and a sense of place. The experience is like throwing down fresh, juice berries while sitting on a ridge top overlooking the Pacific Ocean on the Sonoma Coast. This is one sexy wine that really stands out among the excellent Furthermore Pinot Noirs in 2011. Score: 94. Reviewed November 19, 2014 ARTICLE »

2011 Furthermore Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., 81 cases, $50. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Aromas of strawberry, cherry and nutmeg draw you into the glass. Beautifully composed and harmonious with gentle tannins balancing the flavorful dark red cherry and berry fruits. There is a touch of dark chocolate, sarsaparilla, vanilla and char adding interest. The attack is expansive and the finish has impressive length. Rosella’s always is a more feminine wine than many from the Santa Lucia Highlands and that character is exemplified in this wine. Score: 92. Reviewed November 19, 2014 ARTICLE »

2011 Furthermore Weir Vineyard Yorkville Highlands Pinot Noir

14.0% alc., 65 cases, $50. A blend of Wädenswil clone and a Romanee-Conti selection. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. A heavy tug of oak dominates the nose which offers demure aromas of black cherry and dark berry jam. More interesting on the palate with less undertow of oak, offering flavors of boysenberry and purple grapes. Rather closed and reticent, and even a bit shallow, tasting primarily of unadorned grape juice. Worth revisiting in a year or so. Score: 88. Reviewed November 19, 2014 ARTICLE »

2010 Furthermore Bohemian Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.61, TA 0.56, 74 cases, $40, 375 ml $20. Vineyard is 8 miles from the coast in the western reaches of the Russian River Valley. Clones 115, 667 and 777. Harvest Brix 27.3º. Native fermentation, aged 12 months in 33% new French oak barrels. · Dark reddish-purple hue in the glass. A ripe-fruited and full-bodied wine, featuring aromas of black, grilled fruits, peat and fennel and flavors of blackberries and ollaliberries. Dense, concentrated and sappy, but delicious, with a pleasing fruit personality framed by modest tannins, finishing with a burst of citrus-laden fruit. A decadent wine. Score: 90. Reviewed September 29, 2013 ARTICLE »

2010 Furthermore La Encantada Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., pH 3.39, TA 0.67, 76 cases, $40, 375 ml $20. Vineyard planted by Richard Sanford. Clones 115, 667 and 777. Harvest Brix 27.5º. Native fermentation, aged 14 months in 40% new French oak barrels. · Dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Appealing aromas of blackberries, black raspberries and a dash of toasty oak. Rich and vivid, with plenty of sappy, dark berry and cassis fruit flavors. Smooth in the mouth with discreet tannins and a pleasing hint of oak in the background. The finish is fresh and lively. This wine is woven together nicely and aims to please. Score: 90. Reviewed September 29, 2013 ARTICLE »

2010 Furthermore Sierra Mar Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.8% alc., pH 3.47, TA 0.63, 77 cases, $40, 375 ml $20. This vineyard is located at 1,000 feet elevation at the southwestern corner of the AVA. Soils are decomposed granite and gravelly loam. Pisoni clone plus “828.” Harvest Brix 27.7º. Native fermentation, aged 14 months in 50% new French oak barrels. · Dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Somewhat brooding on the nose with a roasted dark fruit tone accented by nutty, vanillin oak. Delicious, fullbodied core of fresh dark berries with an earthy undertone. Well-managed tannins with bright acidity and some finishing length. Big and fruity, but everything is in its place. Score: 89. Reviewed September 29, 2013 ARTICLE »

2010 Furthermore Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.6% alc., pH 3.66, TA 0.67, 83 cases, $50, 375 ml $25. Vineyard is farmed by Gary Franscioni. Clones “828” and Pisoni. Harvest Brix 24.7º. Native fermentation, aged 14 months in 50% new French oak barrels. · Moderately dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Aromas of spiced dark red stone fruits with hints of vanilla, nuts and stem. Medium bodied core of dark red cherries with an herbal vein running through and a citrus underpinning. Good crispness and supple tannins, with a bright tag of cherry on the finish. Score: 87. Reviewed September 29, 2013 ARTICLE »

2010 Furthermore Weir Vineyard Yorkville Highlands Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., 76 cases, $50 (375 ml, $25). Average harvest Brix 27.6º. Native fermentation. Aged 12 months in 33% new French oak barrels. · Moderately dark reddishpurple color in the glass. Very nicely appointed wine with lovely aromas of dark red cherries and berries, rose petals and the inside of a woman!s leather glove. Discreetly concentrated core of dark red fruits with a savory, herbal undertone. The oak is well-integrated, the tannins are ripe and balanced, and there is a satisfying kick of acidity on the finish which is of extraordinary length, lasting more than 30 seconds. Drink or hold. Score: 92. Reviewed September 5, 2013 ARTICLE »

2009 Furthermore Amber Ridge Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.50, TA 0.57, 99 cases, $40. Clones 115, 667 and 777. Aged 12 months in 33% new French oak barrels. · Moderately dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Ripe black cherry aromas and flavors in a discreetly rich style, underlain with oak and herbs. Veers to the very ripe fruit side. Firm, ripe tannins with a satiny mouth feel. Still solid the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Good. Reviewed June 24, 2012 ARTICLE »

2009 Furthermore La Encantada Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., pH 3.45, TA 0.61, 51 cases, $40. Clones 115, 667 and 777. Aged 12 months in 33% new French oak barrels. · Medium reddishpurple color in the glass. Hi-spirited aromas of fresh darker berries, raisin and spice. Mid weight flavors of moderately dark cherries and raspberries draped in muscular, dry tannins. The most striking fruit, albeit super ripe, of all the 2009 Furthermore wines. This wine displays complimentary acidity so typical of Sta. Rita Hills wines. Still solid the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Quite enjoyable. Very good. Reviewed June 24, 2012 ARTICLE »

2009 Furthermore Gap’s Crown Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., pH 3.53, TA 0.63, 47 cases, $50. Clones 115, 667 and 777. Aged 10 months in 50% new French oak barrels. · Moderate ruby color in the glass. Fragrant array of dark red fruits with a hint of sassafras. Modest richness with pleasing flavors of dark cherries and berries with savory herbs and brown spice in the background. Very smoothly textured and easy to drink. Much better the next day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle, displaying richer fruit flavor. Very good. Reviewed June 24, 2012 ARTICLE »

2009 Furthermore Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.5% alc., pH 3.66, TA 0.67, 70 cases, $50. Clones 828 and Pisoni. Aged 12 months in 50% new French oak barrels. · Moderately light reddish-purple color in the glass. Very savory in style. Aromas of dark red cherries, sage and other herbs. Herb-toned red fruit with notes of green and black olives. Modest tannins. About the same the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. A bit atypical for Rosella’s in my experience. Good. Reviewed June 24, 2012 ARTICLE »

2008 Furthermore Amber Ridge Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.3% alc., pH 3.66, 75 cases, $39.95. Clones 115, 667 and 777. Aged 12 months in 33% new French oak. · Moderately dark reddish-purple hue in the glass. Restrained but pleasing aromas of strawberries, red raspberries, red cherries, dark chocolate and a hint of barnyard. A charming wine that needs time to open. The red ripe strawberry and raspberry fruit is seductive, accented by pleasing notes of cherry cola, spice and mocha. Impressive aromatic persistence on the finish. Of the three wines, this one evolves more in the glass, is more nuanced, has the most pinotosity, and is the one I prefer. Very good (+). Reviewed September 8, 2010 ARTICLE »

2008 Furthermore Bohemian Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., pH 3.53, 75 cases, $39.95. A very cool vineyard site located in Freestone. Clones 115, 667 and 777. Aged 10 months in 50% new French oak. · Dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Effusive aromas of blackberries, black plums, and Xmas spices. Rustic and earthy with plenty of juicy dark berries, cassis, oak toast and spice flavors. Generous and intense drifting to Syrah in style. Lacks some persistence on the finish. With nicely structured tannins and upfront drinkability, this is a California fruitista wine that will have fans. Good. Reviewed September 8, 2010 ARTICLE »

2008 Furthermore La Encantada Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., pH 3.66, 50 cases, $39.95. Organic and biodynamic vineyard owned and farmed by Richard Sanford. Clones 115, 667 and 777. Aged 12 months in 50% new French oak barrels. · Moderately dark reddish-purple hue in the glass. Aromas of dark stone fruits and berries highlighted by oak spice and toast. Tasty core of moderately concentrated dark red and black fruits with an earthy and savory caste, and a refreshing citrus tang on the finish. The enticing and heady fruit is lifted nicely by the acidity and the creamy mouthfeel is appealing. This wine gives you a big charge of fruit and little else, but that fruit charge is delicious. Good (+). Reviewed September 8, 2010 ARTICLE »