Give it 3-5 more years in bottle and drink it over the next twenty-five
this is a wine of finesse
Opens up slowly with air and finishes silky
There is plenty of concentration to the very serious and almost painfully intense broad-shouldered flavors that display excellent precision on the austere
the palate is an exercise in poise
Failla, Sonoma Coast Occidental Ridge Pinot Noir Vintage:2017 Give it 3-5 more yearsThere are 352 cases of the 2017 Pinot Noir Occidental Ridge, a singular effort in the lineup that stands out for its rich blueberry and mulberry fruit as well as ample spring flowers, forest floor, and violet characteristics. With medium to full body, a ripe, layered texture, terrific concentration, and a big finish, its a gem from this team that will evolve gracefully for 8 10 years.