The Doc's Ranch is east-facing 1150-1200ft of elevation, and according to Cobb, it is pummeled with fog. The slope is southeast facing, and Ross uses 50% whole cluster to make this wine—aromas of red flowers and mint, white pepper and wild green strawberries. The palate shows sweet red berries, lightly spiced with notes of white pepper and an elegantly textured mouthfeel. This Pinot dances across the palate with zippy, savoury white pepper and a fresh note of evergreen sap and lithe pine needles lingering on through the finish.

The ruby red 2021 Pinot Noir Doc's Ranch Vineyard boasts a fruitier and more floral nose, showing off notes of ripe strawberries, raspberries, rose petals, and herbes de Provence. The palate offers a haunting, delicate feel, with refined, ripe tannins, a mineral texture, and a graceful and weightless feel. It’s going to take time to open but will drink well over the next 12-15 years.

(94+ points) The 2021 Pinot Noir Doc's Ranch comes from vines planted in marine sedimentary soils at 1,000 to 1,100 feet in altitude. Made with 50% whole clusters, it's scented of Italian plum, rhubarb, black tea leaves and fresh tobacco with forest and earth undertones. The light-bodied palate is bursting with dark, earthy fruit. It has a soft, gently chalky texture, vibrant bursts of acidity and a long finish. It will benefit from a few more years in bottle. 950 cases were made.- EB

The 2021 Pinot Noir Doc's Ranch Vineyard is a very pretty, restrained wine. Dark cherry, lavender, spice, new leather and incense are all delineated. This translucent, classically-built Pinot offers tremendous character and nuance. The style is one of effusive beauty and poise—more aromatics than body, with lovely complexity from the 50% stems. - By Antonio Galloni on January 2024

Juicy and fresh, offering bright notes of red currant and damson plum that show tension and energy, with a hint of minerality. Framed by a light stem accent through the finish, where minimal toast allows for a racy, unadorned feel. Drink now through 2031. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 950 cases made.