RAEN Pinot Noir Freestone Occidental Bodega Sonoma Coast 2014
There are pure dark cherries, red plum and boysenberry fruit here, infused with elegance and that sense of aristocracy one seeks in the finest Pinots on the planet. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, wonderful acidity and gloriously integrated oak thanks to ultra-rare barrels normally only available to Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC). High tone notes of red berry fruit, orange peel, oolong tea, and truffles, all detailed and intense. There is great poise here, power hand in hand with finesse and a supremely enjoyable, age-worthy Pinot Noir guaranteed to impress now (decanting recommended) through 2025.
The Wine
Locale
- Country USA
- State California
- Region Sonoma Coast
Cellar Notes
- Aromatics Black Cherry, Boysenberry, Truffle
- Tasting Notes Black Tea, Orange Peel, Plum
- Food Pairings Cassoulet, Red Wine Braised Duck Leg, Spring Lamb with Honey and Thyme Baby Vegetables
Ratings
- Our Rating 97 - Classic