laying-down2018 Au Bon Climat, Isabelle, Pinot Noir, California

The 2018 Pinot Noir Isabelle is a powerful, deep wine with equally big tannins that need time to soften. There's terrific density here just waiting to emerge. Copious red fruit, leather, cedar, tobacco and dried herbs occasionally come forward. Readers should plan on cellaring the 2018 for at least a few years.

Drink 2023 - 2035

Antonio Galloni, vinous.com (Jun 2021)

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