2023 The Plow Pinot Noir
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Aged 18 months in a combination of 225- and 500-litre French oak barrels. pH 3.6. Certified organic (CCOF). Tasted blind. Pale ruby. Creamy, sweet vanilla oak and cherry aroma. Herbal notes on the palate. Both ripe and underripe. A bit of a sweetness to the finish. (SCJ)
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Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
Eric Guido, Vinous
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The 2023 Pinot Noir The Plow has detailed scents of red cherry, cranberry, tobacco, flint and bitters. The medium-bodied palate is bursting with spicy fruit. It’s framed by fine, chalky tannins and bright acidity, and it has a long, floral finish.
A bright red color, the 2023 Pinot Noir The Plow is from the top blocks of the estate and then blended blind. It has lifted, bright aromatics of pomegranate, strawberries, sweet herbs, and floral perfume. It's medium-bodied, with a graceful and approachable feel, fine tannins, and a floating finish. It’s delightful now and should drink fantastically over the coming 12-15 years.
The 2023 The Plow Pinot Noir opens with a perfumed blend of crushed blackberries and cherries, complemented by dried herbs and nuances of spiced orange. Juicy and playful up front, it offers lavender-laced red berry fruits supported by tantalizing acidity, while a pleasantly sour twang emerges toward the close. The finish shows outstanding length and is full of tension as the cheeks pucker and a hint of lavender slowly fades. Incredibly fun to taste.