Lingua Franca Pinot Noir Estate 2016 (750ML)

93 VM / 93 WS

Lurid red. Intense, mineral-accented red berry and cherry aromas are complemented by suggestions of five-spice powder and candied flowers. Silky and appealingly sweet, offering incisive raspberry, cherry and rose pastille flavors that are accompanied by a smoky mineral quality. Shows excellent clarity and spicy lift on the energetic finish, which is framed by gentle, talc-like tannins.- Josh Raynolds, Vinous Media

Deep and brooding, yet retains a sense of focus and polish, offering dark cherry, black tea and spice box flavors that take on momentum toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2024. 981 cases made. –TF – Wine Spectator