New Release Spotlight: 2018 Pinot Noir, Cellar Note
At Ram’s Gate Winery, we specially love each of our varietals.
Like children, there are no favorites, simply varying treatments, responses, and actions that make those kids a star in their very own, unique, and beautiful style.
And our 2018 Pinot Noir, Cellar Note shines as the lead in our new release spotlight.
What is the Cellar Note Series at Ram’s Gate Winery?
The Ram’s Gate Cellar Note series is chosen under a watchful eye, pinpointing subsections of our vineyards, clones, and their cellar treatment that are notable and require a special mention.
The result of our Cellar Note selection for this 2018 Pinot Noir is two-fold: a dominant bouquet of dark fruits, including plum, currants, and blackberry that are complemented by anise and lavender that reflect its coastal influence.
What are the Critics Saying About Our 2018 Pinot Noir, Cellar Note?
In short, great things!
For starters, Wine Enthusiast gave our 2018 Pinot Noir, Cellar Note a flattering 90 points.
James Suckling, the internationally acclaimed wine critic and journalist, went a step further and honored our 2018 Pinot Noir, Cellar Note with a 92-point rating.
Jeb Dunnuck, a provider of in-depth and cutting-edge wine reviews and commentary on the top wine regions of the world, gave our Cellar Note 2018 Pinot Noir a 93-point rating, which lands directly on his scale of 95 to 90 of Outstanding Wines. Saying, “These wines are outstanding for their type and are worth the extra effort to seeking out.”
We can say, as the producers of the 2018 Pinot Noir in question, he is right.
There are just over 500 cases produced.
Ram’s Gate Winery members can check their most recent allocation for this new release.
If you are not a member yet, now is the perfect time to join and stake your claim to the Ram’s Gate 2018 Pinot Noir, Cellar Note that offers more complexity, coming from younger vines in the estate vineyard, and is only available to our members at this time.
We are certain this exciting Pinot Noir will continue to evolve as secondary components develop with some bottle age.
Mr. Dunnuck agrees, calling it, “Rich, medium-bodied, and elegant” saying, “It too is going to evolve for a solid 7-8 years.”
Would You Like to Know More About Our Sonoma Pinot Noir?
At Ram’s Gate, we believe there is no variety more ethereal than that of Pinot Noir. And we would like everyone to enjoy its complexity and wide range of textures and flavors.
You can get to know our Pinot Noir portfolio by ordering online for pick-up at our Sonoma gateway location, have it delivered directly to you, reserve an in-person wine tasting, or plan a day with friends and treat yourselves to a wine tasting and food pairing experience that accommodates up to ten people. Contact us today to learn more about our Ram’s Gate offerings and choose the vineyard journey that allows you to explore our Pinot Noir varietals your way.