Orin Swift Slander Pinot Noir (75cl, 15.3%)

A 100% Pinot Noir from California, produced by Orin Swift Cellars and bottled at 15.3% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Fruit is sourced from Sonoma Coast, Russian River Valley and Sta. Rita Hills. Fermentation uses gentle punchdowns rather than pumpovers, and the wine ages for eight months in French oak, with 51% new barrels. The multi-appellation blend draws coastal minerality from Sonoma Coast, depth and body from Russian River Valley, and bright acidity and floral lift from Sta. Rita Hills. The nose has ripe strawberry, cherry, lavender, thyme, dried sage, camphor, white pepper and brioche. The palate is silky with Bing cherry, cranberry, ripe red fruits, cola, citrus rind and Madagascar vanilla, with soft tannins. The finish is medium-to-long with guava, sassafras, red fruit and a savory herbal note.