The Sonoma Coast AVA is becoming known as the top source for cool climate Pinot Noir. Flanagan Pinot Noir is founded in letting each site and each vintage express itself. They do not have a dogmatic approach to wine-making. Pinot Noir, more than any other grape variety, is made in the vineyard.
The nose is reminiscent of Chambord with rich raspberry notes. The palate has great depth of fruit and notes of Christmas spices like clove and nutmeg. The wine displays vibrant acidity and has a very clean finish. Our Flanagan Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast pairs beautifully with duck, salmon, pork and game; like pheasant, venison, and elk.
"On the nose, this wine displays classic Sonoma Coast aromatics of black cherry, mushroom and earth, but the palate is a whole different beast. There's a brightness, reminiscent of tropical fruit punch, and a swirling kaleidoscope of spicy, savory flavors like anise, clove, bay leaf and black pepper. Delicious. — Tom CAPO"
- Wine Enthusiast Magazine (July 1st 2024), 94 pts
"All destemmed and aged 11 months in 38% new French oak, the 2019 Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast is also terrific and well worth checking out. Ample cherry and mulberry fruits, medium-bodied richness, a bright spine of acidity, and classic forest floor, baking spices, and floral notes define this beauty, and it's going to continue drinking brilliantly for another 5-7 years."
- Jeb Dunnuck (July 2021)
"Very exuberant and exotic dark-fruit character with blackberries and hints of dark chocolate, as well as orange peel and peaches. Full body, ripe and polished tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now."
- James Suckling (January 2021), 91 pts
- James Suckling (November 2018), 91 pts
"The 2014 Pinot Noir Sun Chase displays pomegranate as well as blacker fruits, some forest floor and loamy soil undertones, a medium-bodied, lush texture, and good purity and depth. This is outstanding Pinot Noir to drink over the next 5-6 years."
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Issue #223, March 2016), 91 pts
Eric Flanagan traveled extensively and was fascinated by how grape varieties expressed so differently around the world. In 1999 Eric purchased 40 acres on the side of Bennett Mountain and ...
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