Left Coast Cellars Pinot Noir Cali's Cuvee 2017

Production is up and quality consistent for this palate-pleasing wine. Flavors of raspberry and pomegranate anchor a well-balanced palate alongside details of dried tea and tobacco leaves. Aged in 15% new French oak, it finishes with lightly grainy but moderate tannins. 

A glowing ruby/purple in color, the Cali's Cuvée opens with lifted aromas of fresh blueberry, cherry, and Asian spice on the nose. On the palate, oodles of zesty wild berry and deep cherry Pinot Noir fruit are supported by plenty of rounded tannins and fine acidity, with a polishing sheen of subtle vanilla. Irresistible now, this does have the structure for additional aging if desired.