Maybe not the mother origin of Pinot Noir, but here’s an extremely sincere representation of it. Bing cherry accompanies a quintessential calling card of shiitake mushroom, wet earth and rose petal. Supple and appealing, the fruit is pervasive and the florality is expansive on the mid-palate. This wine validates Victoria as an authoritarian of Pinot Noir production. Drink and savor now.

— Published (11/27/2023)