Soter, Pinot Noir Mineral Spings Ranch other_regions but held back for seven

but held back for seven years in bottle prior to release)

I was frankly shocked to find that the aromatic profile here was even more elegant and arguably finer than that of the Amoureuses with its bright red and blue pinot fruit

(2017 will be the last vintage for this wine)

all of which continue onto the intensely mineral-infused big-bodied flavors that for all the size and power remain beautifully detailed on the focused

The sleekly muscular big-bodied flavors possess very fine mid-palate concentration while delivering outstanding power and punch on the youthfully austere finale

Soter, Pinot Noir Mineral Spings Ranch other_regions but held back for sevenA nearly confectionary manifestation of cherry and almond paste informs the nose and plush palate of Soters regular 2009 Pinot Noir Mineral Springs Ranch, with smoky black tea, wisteria, licorice, and mineral salt accents adding appeal to a satisfyingly juicy if (even at barely over 14% alcohol) very slightly warm finish. As Soter remarked while we tasted this, Its hard to imagine a much greater contrast in the Pinots between the character of 2010 and