2013 Waits-Mast Family Cellars Pinot Noir Mariah Vineyard

Estate: Waits-Mast Family Cellars
Region: Mendocino Ridge, North Coast, California, United States of America
Vineyard: Mariah Vineyard

Tasting Note:January 06, 2017

Light brick red. Softer raspberries on the nose with wet stones and forest floor backed with stinky and smoked undertone. Low tannins (4/10) and moderate acidity (6/10) but balanced. Intense structure compared to the Oppenlander. Layered palate with tart raspberries, dried red cherries and freshly cracked pepper. Each note on the palate kept developing more depth with air. Medium plus body and long finish.

100% whole berry fermented. Aged for around 16 months in around 25% new French oak.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2024.

Rating:

92 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Sample provided by the estate. Retail price is $42.00.

California, North Coast, Pinot Noir, Red Wine, United States of America, Waits-Mast Family Cellars, Mariah Vineyard, Mendocino RidgeGreg Ballington2013, Waits-Mast Family Cellars, Brian Mast, Pinot Noir, Mariah Vineyard, Red Wine, Mendocino Ridge, North Coast, California, United States of America, $$, 92 PointsComment