Raen 2021 Pinot Noir Royal Saint Robert Sonoma Coast 97-98 Points

Winery Notes: “Our Royal St. Robert bottling is dedicated to our grandfather, who has been the greatest teacher in our journey in wine. This special cuvée is a selection from our coastal vineyards, giving a window to the rugged hills of the westerly Sonoma Coast. Vibrant aromas of black and red cherry, rose petals, and black tea fill the bowl. Wild raspberry and just-ripe red plum notes give way to coastal moss, wet gravel and forest underbrush. Western spice box notes complement the brooding, powerful fruit core, giving way to a vibrant and lasting finish..”

James Suckling 97 – 98 Points:  “Extremely spicy with iron, forest flower, black tea, and dried strawberry aromas, following through to a medium to full body, with lovely velvety tannins that are integrated and refined, with a long and flavorful finish. Yet it always remains refined and poised in an exemplary way. Needs three or four years still to show it’s the true self. Drink or hold..”