Paul Lato Wines “Stand by Me” by Paul Lato 2023 750ml

From the Drum Canyon Vineyard and brought up 18 months in 70% new French oak, the 2023 Pinot Noir Stand By Me offers black raspberries, graphite, spring flowers, and minty, sappy underbrush nuances on the nose. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, concentrated, and focused, with beautifully integrated oak (it brings to mind Roumier), it has a tight, focused mouthfeel, beautiful overall balance, and a great finish. Give it a year or two to integrate its oak and drink through 2035. It's another sensational Pinot Noir from the genius of Paul Lato. Drink 2027-2035.

The 2023 Pinot Noir Drum Canyon Vineyard Stand by Me is darkly fruited, voluptuous and a little mysterious. Rich, sweet blueberry coulis, toasted baking spices, lifted florals and simmering acids paint a complete picture. There's a real sultry character to this wine that draws you in, like a siren. I'd give it some time in the cellar to blossom, but the Stand by Me is long on delicious factor now.<br/><br/>