The Wine Spectator’s #8 Wine of the Year.
They say:
Offers beautifully rendered notes of hibiscus, rose petal, damson plum and mulberry that stretch out lengthily thanks to the fine-beaded acidity and taut, precise tannins. The sapid finish lets in tea and incense hints amid the glistening fruit.
Also the top Wayfarer Pinot for Suckling, at 99 points:
Very distinctive, with black cherries, dark strawberries, red roses and touches of black pepper and other spices on the nose. Medium-bodied with creamy tannins and texture and a long finish. It’s very structured, but the tannins are resolved. The acid drives the wine, giving a unique drinking experience. Give this some time. Better from 2028.
And the Wine Advocate:
The 2023 Pinot Noir The Estate has kaleidoscopic scents of wild cherry, pomegranate, dried flowers, conifer and spice that draw you back to the glass again and again. The palate offers power without weight, its vibrant acidity driving highly concentrated flavors. It’s framed by barely there, silky tannins and has a hauntingly long finish. Wow!
The top-rated Wayfarer Estate Pinot yet for Vinous, too.
