Mcdowell Valley, North Coast

Peay Vineyards

Savoy Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022

Dark cherry & Prune plum. Comes across as quite big and rich despite just 13.9%. Super juicy and drinkable. Black tea leaves, grippy with a bite, well managed tannins. More of a red meat than a white meat Pinot. Would do well even with a Burger. Not my style (for this it has a little too much fruit) but really well put together! A couple of years in the cellar would make it even better - or drink now. Even better days later! — 6 days ago

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Littorai

Cerise Vineyard Pinot Noir 2003

Still fresh, big wine. Widly different than the Pousse on Christmas Eve — a month ago

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Williams Selyem

Burt Williams' Morning Dew Ranch Pinot Noir 2011

Somm David T
9.4

So Williams Selyem Pinots should be treated is the same fashion as good burgundy, with age. It will always be somewhat sweeter than red burgundy but nonetheless very good.

This shows w/ an array of mid berry fruits accompanied by some darker fruits. Strawberries, cherries, pomegranate, cranberries, raspberries, hint of rhubarb, blackberries and haunting blueberries. Mid berry cola, red licorice, fruit tea, eucalyptus, pine tar notes, pine tree bark, dark, rich soils/earth, dry herbs, mid, dark spice, dry crushed rocks, dry limestone powder, black pepper notes, dry river stone, dry fall leaves, bright florals that are; red, blue, purple with a mix of red & pink roses, late spring waterfall acidity with extreme balance, tension, structure with elegance & smart polish for days and long sets on tree bark/sap & spice.

Still ascending.
— 2 months ago

Ira, Paul and 14 others liked this

Roederer Estate

L'Ermitage Brut Anderson Valley Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2000

Interesting vintage bubbly. 50/50 Blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Dark golden color. Yeasty aromas of mushroom, burnt caramel and orchard fruit. Flavors of bruised apples and pears, mushrooms, caramel sauce, hazelnut, quince and brioche. Hint of salty lemon zest on the long and drawn out finish. Quite fresh tasting despite its age. Lively bubbles and creamy mousse. Quite complex and well developed. Might be a bit past its prime but still delicious. Thanks for bringing this New Year’s Day bubbly, Ron B! — a month ago

Tom, Rob and 4 others liked this

Roederer Estate

Anderson Valley Brut Pinot Noir Chardonnay Blend

I love this stuff! Delicious! Happy New Year to all! 🥂🍾 — a month ago

Shay, Andrew and 18 others liked this
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Ceritas

Hacienda Secoya Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017

Really very good. Probably best wine I’ve had from Ceritas. 12.3%, tastes old school but with slightly more new world flavor characteristics like warm spices and purple berries. Great acid and lingering finish. Very enjoyable and fun to try with the age. — 2 months ago

Dave, Tom and 7 others liked this

Caymus-Suisun

The Walking Fool Suisun Valley Red Blend

Anna B
9.5

Nice lil splurge (from KR) — 11 days ago

Goldeneye (Duckhorn Vineyards)

Estate Grown Gowan Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017

Bigger style Pinot. Robust. Mildly stewed fruit and chocolatey but kept just in check. Hardly identifiable as AV Pinot Noir but very pretty nonetheless. Pair with charcoal grilled lamb chops and yayo. — a month ago

Tom, Pinotman and 1 other liked this

Chateau Montelena

Potter Valley Riesling 2022

With Kyle and Sarah. Paled against the Keller GG — a month ago

Navarro Vineyards

Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2023

2023 vintage in October 2025. Bought at the winery in September 2025. Appreciated. — 3 months ago