Domaine Carneros The Famous Gate Pinot Noir 2018

Through this wine, one can trace the history of Pinot Noir at Domaine Carneros. In 1992, they made their first two barrels and called it The Famous Gate in honor of the antique iron gate which stands at the entrance to Domaine Carneros, a gift from the Taittinger family. For the past thirty years, we have carefully cultivated three old-vine blocks of the historic Swan selection of Pinot Noir. Each small block is located at a different vineyard; two are in Napa, and one on the western Sonoma side of Carneros. In this wine, Swan takes center stage, with two supporting characters 'Hanzell' selection and 'Dijon 115' to create the highest expression of our estate-grown Carneros terroir.

94 Points - James Suckling

Aromas of dark and morello cherries, chocolate orange, cedar, dried flowers, walnuts and spice box. It’s medium-bodied with fresh acidity and fine, sleek tannins. Very smooth texture. Layered and rich, yet balanced, with silky and elegant character. Long and flavorful. Vegan. Drink now or hold.

90 Points - Wine Enthusiast