Evesham Wood Cuvee J Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills, USA 2021 Domaine de la Guilloterie #19 Wine Spectator top 100

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Davy states that the refined fruitiness in his wines is from fermenting the base wine in used Puligny-Montrachet barrels which makes sense as he learned his trade in Burgundy

rich and persistent

it has toasted touches

A striking balance of fruit purity and biscuity richness makes room for chalky minerality on the nose

Evesham Wood Cuvee J Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills, USA 2021 Domaine de la Guilloterie #19 Wine Spectator top 100This textured, elegant reserve sees 25% new French oak, not a lot but more than the rest of the Pinots in the winery's portfolio. Berries, dust, mocha, stone and textural highlights from the proprietary yeast all come together to weave a seamless, intriguing palate with elegance and length. It will be lovely to see how this evolves over the next decade or longer. 94 Pts Wine Enthusiast