Reviews & Ratings

2020 Goldeneye Pinot Noir "Gowan Creek Vineyard"

Winery: Goldeneye

Vintage: 2020

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Gowan Creek Vineyard"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Anderson Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $90

Cases produced: 1,076

KWG Score: 94 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Excellent (95)

Review date: June 19, 2023

Wine Review: This ruby colored Pinot Noir from Goldeneye is Excellent! It opens with a black raspberry and blueberry bouquet with hints of cherry licorice and vanilla. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, smooth, and slightly lush. The flavor profile is a blueberry and ripe black cherry blend with notes stone dust and allspice. I also detected hints vanilla, cedar, and a hint of cola. The finish is dry, and its flavors and very refined tannins linger nicely. This Pinot is very food friendly and would pair well with a duck breast crostini. It did not last long. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Displaying mesmerizing aromas of cassis, black plum, blueberry, and pennyroyal, as well as French oak-inspired hints of cedar and clove, this smooth and sultry wine beckons a first sip. On the plush, juicy palate, robust tannins and a streak of enlivening acidity frame the luxurious black cherry and blackberry jam flavors, with notes of sweet holiday spices emerging on the long, rich finish.

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