A bright and expressive Pinot Noir, this wine, comprised of clones 667 and 777, is full of bright cranberry, black cherry, Bing cherry, violet flower, macerated plum, pomegranate, and boysenberry. There is a vibrant acidity running through this, and the brief 11 months of French Oak aging provides a compelling textural component. The light tannic structure supports the whole of this wine offering a slight weightiness to the overall experience. 571 cases. ORIGIN: Sonoma Coast. ALCOHOL: 13.2%

This was not as good as the 2021, but it is still outstanding.  Deep ruby in color, mostly clear and bright.  The nose is deep with black cherries, sandalwood, slight loose tea and a bit of spice.  Medium to full bodied.  Good acidity.  Medium tannins.  On the palate, this has some depth but the fruit is toned down from the 2021 version.  Still, it offers up black cherries, cherries, slight forest floor and spice.  Good finish.  This is better with food i.e pasta, pizza, etc., but it would work well with Roasted Root vegetables, too.  drink over the next ten to fifteen years.  

2026 is an important year for the folks at Brandlin Estate because Henry Brandlin first planted grapes on Mount Veder 100 years ago. Exhibiting soft lemon-lime, mango, white peach, light kiwi, green apple and apricot with floral aromatics, there is also a line of minerality running throughout this wine. Aged 11 months in oak barrels gives this wine a tactile experience, a creaminess and a softness making it a great appetizer wine, or just to sip by itself.
ORIGIN: Mt. Veeder, Napa Valley. ALCOHOL: 14%.