Dutton Goldfield Freestone Vineyard Pinot Noir France Rhône Valley Hermitage hand-sorted

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The broad tannins carry the long bramble-berry finish to a sweet end

cedar and red plum

The clay and limestone soils in which the vines are planted lend mineral qualities

Spicy and creamy on the palate

Dutton Goldfield Freestone Vineyard Pinot Noir France Rhône Valley Hermitage hand-sortedCoastal sites like Freestone appreciate long growing seasons like 2016, which give the wine an extra dose of sweet juiciness to match the richness the small berries provide. The nose pops with bright cherry, dried cranberry, and pomegranate red fruits, underlain with pretty wisteria and nutmeg. With time in the glass, darker notes of black cherry, cardamom, and a beet like savory note come up, providing an intriguing complexity to the aromas. The