Donum 'Home Ranch’ Carneros Pinot Noir 2021

“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: Dark ruby in color, the Home Ranch Pinot Noir opens with aromas of kirsch and black cherry, with undertones of graphite and cigar. The palate is rich and intense, with mouth-coating flavors of plum and blueberry. On the lush, lingering finish, the flavors turn toward anise, with powerful tannin holding the wine together. Enjoy from 2024 to 2029.

Food Pairing: Herb-crusted Lamb.

Ratings:

• James Suckling: 93/100
• Jeb Dunnock: 93/100