Carte Blanche 2023 Sun Chase Vineyard Pinot Noir

Brilliant ruby in the glass. The nose opens with hibiscus tea and black raspberry, then unfolds into huckleberry, black tea, and violets—chamomile and pennyroyal adding gorgeous accents. This is big, bold, self-assured Pinot Noir. The entry is pure silk, revealing a palate that balances power with precision. Cherry and plum fruit meet dried herbs and a faint coffee torrefaction that adds depth without weight. The tannins are fine-grained, almost suede-like, carrying the wine through a finish that's both juicy and structured. Drinking beautifully now, this has the bones to develop further complexity over the next decade