Eden Rift Vineyards Eden Rift Estate Pinot Noir 2021 750ml

A layered and fine-grained pinot with strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors. Flint and some cranberry and watermelon, too. Pure. Medium to full body, bright acidity and light asphalt to the strawberry and raspberry undertones. Drink or hold. (James Suckling)

Clean lines of plump black raspberry, pastry crust and tarragon make for a delicious nose on this estate bottling. Snappy raspberry flavors kick off the sip, where lilac, wild mint and dried herbs prove both fresh and delicate. (Matt Kettmann)

The winery’s flagship red, the 2021 Pinot Noir Estate comes off the estate’s central blocks, planted mostly to Dijon, Pommard, and some heritage clones. Ashy, earthy, and forested, the aromatics rise to the top of the experience, perfumed in dried rose petal, violet, and lavender. With 30% whole-cluster fermentation and 30% new oak, it has balance and length, with a lasting hit of black tea and citrus peel. Age another 8 years or so.

The 2021 Pinot Noir Estate features a predominance of Dijon clones fermented 30% whole cluster in 30% new French oak. Red and blue-fruited aromas mix with woody, savory tones and a high-toned, refreshing energy. The palate is silky and delicate yet impressively saturated and structured, closing with elegant minerality and soft fruits on the finish.