2017 Peter Michael, Le Caprice Pinot Noir, Fort Ross-Seaview 1x750ml

Robert Parker 96

This label comes from Fort Ross-Seaview AVA, planted at 1,000-1,400 feet elevation to a a oesuitcasea clone on a soil type of clay with basalt rocks. Medium ruby-purple in color, the 2017 Pinot Noir le Caprice comes roaring out of the glass with pronounced redcurrants, warm cranberries and black cherries scents plus hints of violets, rhubarb and star anise with wafts of red roses, black tea and wild sage. Medium-bodied, the palate has a fantastic structure of firm, finely grained tannins with bold freshness supporting the incredibly energetic and expressive red berries and black cherries layers, finishing long and perfumed. Impressive! 1,422 cases were made. [Lisa Perrotti-Brown, 29/01/2020]

Anticipated maturity: 2021-2034

Vinous 95

The 2017 Pinot Noir Le Caprice is ample, rich and super-expressive, with bright floral and saline notes that lend energy to a core of sweet red cherry fruit. Hints of cinnamon and mint develop later, adding nuance. Intensely saline and pulsating with energy, Le Caprice shows why the wines of the Sonoma Coast are so enticing. This is very nicely done. [Antonio Galloni, 20/05/2019]

Anticipated maturity: 2022-2032