(92+ points) A ripe but transparent ruby hue, the 2021 Pinot Noir Angel Camp Vineyard was raised for 17 months in 40% new French oak and offers a cooling and refreshing nose of candied cranberries, wildflowers, fresh herbs, and mossy earth. Medium-bodied, it has a more linear feel, with fine tannins and vibrant acidity that’s ripe and well-balanced. I like this one a lot, and it will hold up well over the coming 6-8 years.

This wine is opulent with aromas of black plum, black currant compote, vanilla cream, dried florals and clove on the nose. The flavors on the palate are ripe strawberry jam, cranberry-apple, star anise, blood orange juicy interlayered with cardamom, dried herbs, mocha and a juicy long finish. Decant and Enjoy with Pork Chops — Tonya Pitts