Purple Hands - Pinot Noir - West Wind Vineyard 2021

A bright, medium-bodied pinot with aromas of dried roses, oyster shells, kelp, mulberries and cranberries. I like the savory moss and shell elements. Tight, powdery tannins. Drink from 2023.

The 2021 Pinot Noir West Wind Vineyard comes from Pommard and Dijon clone vines planted six years ago in sedimentary soils at 400-600 feet of elevation. Medium ruby, it has alluringly broody scents of cranberry, rhubarb, tar and burnt orange, opening to nuances of licorice, tea leaves and forest floor as it airs in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is powerful yet supple with loads of finely grained tannins, mouthwatering acidity and concentrated, dark red fruit that opens to a flourish of spicy accents on the long finish.

Youthful and feisty, with a keen beam of bright acidity driving tart cherry, green tea and spices that zip toward snappy tannins.