Calstar Cellars Londer Estate Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, 2009

For me, Anderson Valley Pinots rank just behind those from the best Willamette Valley, Oregon vineyards. This 2009 from Calstar Cellars is a fine example.

Deep ruby red. Red cherries, pomegranates, dried flowers, spice and a bit of black pepper. Pure Pinot fruit, ripe and well defined. Silky texture with good acidity to frame the flavors. Grows in the glass.