Hanzell, Sonoma Valley, Estate Pinot Noir 2013 TAR-ROSES two Pinot gris

two Pinot gris

and there is a little hardness on the finish that would have been mollified by the Merlot

mint and sweet red berries are all laced together in an exquisite Barolo endowed with real class and pedigree

revealing accents of candied violets and cinnamon stick

in the direction of Spring Mountain

Hanzell, Sonoma Valley, Estate Pinot Noir 2013 TAR-ROSES two Pinot grisHanzell began in 1957 and has been a pioneer in California and Sonoma County winemaking ever since. Winemaker notes: There is a sweet savory quality to the aromas with the black cherry fruit being complemented by scents of juniper berries, orange peel, teriyaki and forest floor. The flavors are a little more dark and ripe with flavors of blueberry, plum and cocoa as well as brandied cherries. Ample mouth coating tannins have a gentle, velvety quality,