Soter, Pinot Noir Mineral Spings Ranch other_regions Much more modulated wood and

Much more modulated wood and reduction make the nose difficult to assess today

Finely-etched tannins provide the foundation for this outstanding 2017

(2017 will be the last vintage for this wine)

but held back for seven years in bottle prior to release)

5 ha parcel of 45+ year old vines

Soter, Pinot Noir Mineral Spings Ranch other_regions Much more modulated wood andA nearly confectionary manifestation of cherry and almond paste informs the nose and plush palate of Soters regular 2009 Pinot Noir Mineral Springs Ranch, with smoky black tea, wisteria, licorice, and mineral salt accents adding appeal to a satisfyingly juicy if (even at barely over 14% alcohol) very slightly warm finish. As Soter remarked while we tasted this, Its hard to imagine a much greater contrast in the Pinots between the character of 2010 and