Claypool Cellars Pinot Noir Thorn Ridge Vineyard

Serially sampled over three hours from a well-cellared bottle, this deep red/garnet Pinot serves up an aromatic package of dark plums, raspberries, crab apple flowers, baking spices, cocoa and hazelnuts. Medium-bodied and beautifully fresh, it delivers flavors that are comparable to the aromas, wrapped with soft residual tannins. The alcohol (13.2%) and oak are fully assimilated, making for soft textures on the midpalate that persist all the way through the lengthy, energetic finish. This is a terrific Pinot that has …