Moses-Hall Vineyard Pinot Noir

Needs 3-5 more years. Fruit and oak need to come together.

Last stop on day one in Sonoma was at Patz & Hall Winery. First red wine is their Pinot Noir from the Moses-Hall Vineyard which is on the Napa side of Carneros.

Ruby red core with bricking on the edges. Elegant and ripe nose with notes of rose petals, jasmine and ripe raspberries. Tangy acidity on the palate (7/10) and medium bodied. Good amount of spices on the palate with some candied raspberries, strawberries and a touch metallic too in the medium plus to long finish. Drink till 2026. $$$

Guess I like this, I had it last month.

2014. Too soon is the only regret. Great depth and structure considering that its components are still getting comfortable with each other. There is a delightful splash of juiciness between the sleek midpalate and subtle finish that leaves you with a sense of brightness and a desire for the next sip. Terrific.

Big, bold cherry. Very similar to Martinelli moonshine Pinot. Well balanced, rich fruit, still young.

2014. Strong notes of cherry, vanilla. More soft citrus notes. A bit hot on the nose...
Still a bit young...structure is still evolving with aromas. Recommend a little longer cellar time. But still a very nice effort. Love P&H-style of CA Pinot.

Delicious! Meaty & muscular with good fruit & structure. Not too big.

Jeffrey had this 5 years ago

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