2021 Arista U.V. Pinot Noir, Lucky Well, Russian River Valley, CA Zero Inventory near the historic Austrian village

near the historic Austrian village of Retz

even with its brooding personality very much on display

revered for its exquisite red and white wines

Despite the estate’s subsequent inclusion in the Chateauneuf-du-Pape AOC

and violet candy

2021 Arista U.V. Pinot Noir, Lucky Well, Russian River Valley, CA Zero Inventory near the historic Austrian villageJames Suckling 98 Points, James Suckling, JamesSuckling. com: "Dark color. Lots of black cherry, umami, pine resin, oyster shell, wild berry and iodine aromas. Unique and full bodied with powdery tannins that get firm. Tees this up nicely. Most likely heritage clones. Drinkable but will age nicely. Drink or hold." 03 24