Croix Estate 'Floodgate' Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, USA 2021 Domaine Rolet even after one year in

even after one year in foudre and an additional six months in concrete to polish the tannins

is elegant

firmly structured and very persistent Heiligenstein whose only problem is that most of the consumers will probably drink it too soon

Dark-berry and currant aromas with hints of spice

Medium body with fresh acidity

Croix Estate 'Floodgate' Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, USA 2021 Domaine Rolet even after one year inA broader and concentrated style, the 2021 vintage is delightfully aromatic featuring wafty scents of Bing cherries, wild picked raspberries, honeysuckle, baking spice, sassafras (sugary and sweet), and a dash of fresh oak. This is wonderful! A dark purple hue leads the way to a full bodied beauty with impressive, balanced flavors of lush cherry reduction sauce, cola, chanterelle mushrooms and earth undertones, silky tannins and a long finish.