Tasting Notes

The 2019 Carneros Pinot Noir is deep ruby in color, with aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, dried cranberry, and the signature note of Donum Vineyard, sassafras. The palate offers wild blueberry, blackberry, caramel, and a hint of sea salt. The finish is lush, with rich baking spice lingering. Recommended drinking window is 2022-2026.

95 Points James Suckling – “The 2019 Carneros Pinot Noir is deep ruby in color, with aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, dried cranberry, and the signature note of Donum Vineyard, sassafras. The palate offers wild blueberry, blackberry, caramel, and a hint of sea salt. The finish is lush, with rich baking spice lingering.”

94 Points Wine Enthusiast – “This is a juicy, lengthy and broadly expansive wine, herbal and spicy throughout. A showcase of the estate, it offers substantial structure and density, with rich layers of boysenberry, black tea and baking-spiced oak.”

92 Points Wine Spectator – “Rich and deeply flavored, with dried beef accents to the broad-textured dried red cherry and berry flavors. The juicy and succulent finish is well-spiced and backed by rich acidity. Drink now through 2025. 1,968 cases made.”