San Giusto a Rentennano - La Ricolma 2014 (750ml) California Monterey Pinot Noir

San Giusto a Rentennano - La Ricolma 2014 (750ml) California Monterey Pinot NoirA model of grace and understatement, the 2014 La Ricolma offers striking textural depth and resonance. Black cherry, plum, smoke, mocha, licorice and wild herbs infuse this super refined, striking Ricolma. One of the more recent developments at San Giusto with La Ricolma has been a move toward pruning as late as possible, with the goal of encouraging late harvests. In 2014, that was a winning strategy. This fruit was brought in on October 2 and 3,

less voluptuous direction

2 is a blend of 45% Cabernet Franc

(Bone-dry) - Anne Krebiehl MW

As they recede

Fermentation is not allowed to complete

but without much oak flavor

but with some

The palate matches the nose and

powerful and smooth all at once

Understated and nuanced

spiced orange peel

This wine is supple and generous