Reviews & Ratings

2021 Olivia Brion Pinot Noir "Black Ridge Vineyard"

Winery: Olivia Brion

Vintage: 2021

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Black Ridge Vineyard"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Santa Cruz Mountains

State or country: CA

Price: $55

Cases produced: 70

KWG Score: 93 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93)

Review date: September 6, 2024

Wine Review: This dark red colored Pinot Noir from Olivia Brion opens with a black plum and black licorice bouquet with hints of blackberry, oak, and wet stone. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, smooth, slightly viscous, and savory. The flavor profile is spiced red plum and oak blend with notes of stone dust and black olive. We also detected hints of light loam, black tea, and black cherry. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity and fine dusty tannins linger and last for quite some a while. A little aeration brings this wine together. A short decant really brings out this wine’s best qualities. After that, we would pair this Pinot with Italian briciole. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: This wine showcases the exceptional mountain grown Pinot Noir. The berries from this steep hillside come in dense, enhancing flavor and color. The pommard clone that is dominant on this block is exceptionally floral, which creates a beautiful aromatic arc on this wine. The nose enters with a deep blackberry character. The rich berries blend on the palate with a hint of anise and a delicate bouquet of violets.

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