2018 Littorai Pinot Noir B.A. Thieriot Vineyard
Estimated value
Buying options
Tasting notes
Medium ruby-purple, the 2018 Pinot Noir B.A. Thieriot Vineyard opens with very classic aromas of tree bark, licorice, cracked pepper, underbrush, potpourri and dried violets with a core of pure blood orange, cranberry and redcurrant fruit. The palate is powerfully flavored, layered and spicy with bursts of freshness and a gently grainy texture, finishing long and earthy. This is immediately enjoyable but will age well in the cellar.
Critic scores
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
More reviews and scores
The 2018 Pinot Noir Thieriot Vineyard Estate is a fitting conclusion to this tasting of 2018s at Littorai. All of the energy and weightless tension of this site come through, but the 2018 also has more than enough fruit density and overall structure to keep the wine from feeling austere. I can't wait to taste this next year from bottle.
About the producer
Littorai stands as one of California’s most quietly influential estates, defined by organic and biodynamic farming, site transparency, and a restrained, Burgundian sensibility.