2014 Patz & Hall Gaps Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, USA (750ml) Syrah pear drops

pear drops

and it’s medium to full-bodied

leaving a pleasantly bitter tinge and well-rounded tannins

it is complex and less rustic than usual

A Syrah portion that used 50% whole clusters during fermentation provided minty shadings

2014 Patz & Hall Gaps Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, USA (750ml) Syrah pear dropsTASTING NOTES: The fruit for this wine has come from the same block of the site since 2009. Winemaker James Hall shows his ability to coax brambly flavor from a complexity of ginger spice, chocolate and generous tannin, managing to retain enough acidity to add a youthful freshness that's memorable on the finish. Drink now through 2024. Wine Enthusiast, 93 pts