Flowers Pinot Noir 2022
Flowers Pinot Noir 2022
Vintage:
2022
Varietal:
Pinot Noir
Appellation:
Sonoma Coast, CA
Vineyards:
The grapes are sourced from Flowers' estate vineyard and two long-term growers in the Sonoma Coast region, including areas near Carneros and locations two miles inland from the Pacific Ocean
Barrel Aging:
100% French oak (20% new), 228L barrels; native malolactic
Cooperage:
Francois Freres and Remond
Composition:
100% Pinot Noir
Acidity:
6.2 g/L
Alcohol:
14.1%
93 PTS - James Suckling
This fine-spun Pinot Noir opens with fresh aromas of coastal evergreens and wildflowers. Hints of early-season cherries follow, macerated in warm spices (anise, cardamom, allspice) and layered over earthy sandalwood. Ripe yet tangy dark berries, wearing a little dust from the patch, star on a lightly textured palate, giving way to savory herbs, delicately tannic red tea, and a pop of salty sea beans. A fascinating play of light fruit and dark spice is finished with a bright squeeze of orange peel.
93 PTS - James Suckling