Ceritas, Occidental Vineyard Pinot Noir other_regions Finely-etched tannins provide the foundation

Finely-etched tannins provide the foundation for this outstanding 2017

chocolate-covered cherries

This is promising but in need of at least a few years of patience

the Rocche Rivera is a bit rough around the edges and a touch wild

it contributes a green olive

Ceritas, Occidental Vineyard Pinot Noir other_regions Finely-etched tannins provide the foundationThe 2018 Pinot Noir Occidental offers its classic crunchy red and black berry fruit on the nose with accents of saline, tree bark, violet and licorice. The light to medium bodied palate has a fresh, chalky frame and perfumed fruit character, finishing youthfully wound. This will need plenty more time in bottle to show its best.