I hadn't heard of Sheldon Vineyards when I bought the Pinot reported on below. But I was well aware of Roma's Vineyard because of this beautiful wine from Couloir I first purchased more than a decade ago. It was and still is one of all-time favorite Pinot Noirs. Same vineyard, different vintages, different winemaker. Sheldon's wine is unoaked because the winemaker didn't want to distract from the beauty of wine from this wild and remote vineyard. Jon Grant, at Couloir, apparently did use new oak but the vineyard charm still comes through.
Medium light ruby, slightly lighter than the Sheldon. Lilting scents from the time the cork is popped. More aromatic than the Sheldon. Also sweeter than the Sheldon with less prominent tannins. It is three years older, of course. Slightly tart red berries, lovely acidity and a finish that just doesn't stop. Intense, delicate, powerful. Roma's V, I love you!
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