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Littorai, Cerise Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021
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Reviewed by: Erin Brooks
The 2021 Pinot Noir Cerise Vineyard, from vines planted in 1998, is vibrant and spicy. A core of wild berry fruit lurks beneath scents of licorice, mixed tea leaves, blood orange, tree bark and flint. The medium-bodied palate is silky and mouthwatering with generous, spicy fruit and a long, flinty finish. It will benefit from 3-5 years in bottle. 414 cases produced.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2021 Pinot Noir Cerise Vineyard marries focus with the natural intensity of the year. There is a ton to the 2021, but all of its considerable energy is directed inwards at the moment. This young, vibrant Anderson Valley Pinot Noir is going to need a number of years to fully come together, but it is immensely promising. Chalk, mint, white pepper, herbs and dried flowers linger on the potent, salivating finish. Patience will be key here.
About the Producer
Littorai is dedicated to producing wines of place. There are no substitutes for low yields and careful site and vine selection. We believe that all additives, such as cultured yeasts, cultured bacteria, acidification, enzymes etc. They are not appropriate to the greatest expression of terroir. Their wines are produced in small and varying quantities. Collection members have the option to participate in their bi-annual Mailing List releases in the Winter & Fall with early-access benefits.
