St. Innocent Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019

St. Innocent Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019 pours an alluring, translucent ruby hue in the glass. The highly expressive and complex bouquet is intensely aromatic, revealing savory notes of dark forest berries, wild plums, smoked cherries, and black tea, alongside secondary undertones of Sumatran coffee beans, crushed stone, and wet earth. On the palate, this beautifully constructed, medium-bodied red showcases exceptional structural dimension and texture, where a pure fruit core melds seamlessly with savory, mouthwatering acidity and broad, fine-grained tannins. Sourced from the steep, windblown, biodynamically farmed hillsides of the McMinnville AVA, it shows deep mineral tension and a pleasant umami complexity that gracefully builds into a persistent, refined, and beautifully focused finish.

Food Pairing: Pairs perfectly with winter stews, cassoulet, wild mushroom risotto, grilled veal chops with charred onion relish, or herb-roasted poultry.

92 Points - Wine Spectator

91 Points - Wine Enthusiast