Paul Hobbs
CrossBarn Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
Anderson Valley, North Coast, California, USA
The 2013 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir is a bit darker in color than the Sonoma and also hits 14.1% abv. The nose is darker, too, with black fruit instead of the red and an even earthier note. There is a similar type of oak spice present, as well. On the palate, flavors fall in line with the Sonoma Pinot, with red fruit prevalent and less tartness. The initial contact is not as brash, and the wine carries itself with some degree of elegance. It is still a California Pinot Noir, though, so don't expect it to be too delicate or dainty. It does flex its bicep a bit.
The 2013 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir is a bit darker in color than the Sonoma and also hits 14.1% abv. The nose is darker, too, with black fruit instead of the red and an even earthier note. There is a similar type of oak spice present, as well. On the palate, flavors fall in line with the Sonoma Pinot, with red fruit prevalent and less tartness. The initial contact is not as brash, and the wine carries itself with some degree of elegance. It is still a California Pinot Noir, though, so don't expect it to be too delicate or dainty. It does flex its bicep a bit.
Aug 19th, 2015
Sweet cherries, strawberry, ripe fruit. M- acid, M+ tannin
Sweet cherries, strawberry, ripe fruit. M- acid, M+ tannin
Aug 15th, 2015
Love the black fruit in this Pinot. Different and delicious. #MiniWineReview #2GU
Love the black fruit in this Pinot. Different and delicious. #MiniWineReview #2GU
Jun 9th, 2016Super balanced Pinot with a good spice. Would buy again...
Super balanced Pinot with a good spice. Would buy again...
Apr 3rd, 2016
A bit fuller bodied Pinot compared to their Sonoma coast!
A bit fuller bodied Pinot compared to their Sonoma coast!
Feb 10th, 2016
Sweet, hollow: an American Pinot. My guess is a lot has gone into structuring this wine but even tacky houses have architects.
Sweet, hollow: an American Pinot. My guess is a lot has gone into structuring this wine but even tacky houses have architects.
Sep 6th, 2015
