Featured Wine: 2021 Olema Pinot Noir

The 2021 Olema Pinot Noir, made by Amici Cellars, is a smooth and aromatic Pinot Noir showcasing the best of Sonoma County winemaking from an excellent vintage. A blend of Pinot Noir grapes from premier vineyards in the widely acclaimed Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast appellations, the wine features classic Pinot Noir characteristics of perfumed aromas and bright, focused red fruit flavors, framed by delicate tannins.

WINEMAKING NOTES

The 2021 Olema Pinot Noir opens with aromas of ripe cherry, candied red apple and mulling spices. The palate is full of depth and balance, with black raspberry and strawberry notes leading into the silky-smooth finish.

VINTAGE NOTES

The 2021 harvest will be remembered as a harvest of rebirth and of achievement for Olema Wines. The warmer, drier winter pushed bud break earlier than usual and was followed by a dry but steady summer growing season. Harvest began in mid-August and continued steadily before ramping up in September as the heat rose across the valley. Drought conditions throughout California led to lighter crop yields; however, they still experienced an exceptional quality of fruit and resulting wine in the 2021 Olema Pinot Noir.

92 Pts. - JAMES SUCKLING
“A bright and crisp pinot with strawberries, flowers and hints of citrus. Medium body. Framed acidity. Consistent pinot character. Drink now.”