Donum Estate Carneros Pinot Noir 2021

“Founded in 2001, Donum’s winemaking philosophy is to craft exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay while preserving natural resources. It begins with creating an environment where the vines thrive and yield the highest quality fruit possible with minimal intervention. Under the guidance of their winemaker, Dan Fishman, the resulting wines display a concentration of flavor, energy, and vibrancy that derives from the land in which they are grown. All Donum wines are made with organically grown grapes sourced from our five Regenerative Organic Certified® vineyards.”

Grape Varietials: 100% Pinot Noir

Wine Region: Carneros, California.

Tasting Notes: Bright ruby in color, the nose on the Carneros Pinot Noir opens with
a waft of toasted oak at the early stage, giving way to notes o fblackberry and cherry along with sassafras and flint. The palate echoes the spicy, dark fruit from the nose, with bright raspberry and an earthy, clay-like note. Beautifully balanced between fruit and spice, the finish lingers with smooth, rich tannins. 2021 Vintage. Drink from 2024-2030.

Food Pairing: Roast Duck with Cherry reduction.

Ratings:

• Wine Spectator: 92/100
• James Suckling: 94/100
• Jeb Dunnock: 93/100