Durant Vineyard’s Dundee Hills La Paloma Pinot Noir 2013 doesn’t disappoint. This is their 40th Anniversary edition, and I can smell its heady aromatics with the glass sitting more than two feet away (that always charms me). Cherry turnover, vanilla, rose petal and anise are anchored in a subtly earthy embrace. It’s silky on entry, with ripe tannins. This is a more fruit-driven Pinot than most examples from the 2013 vintage, offering ample drinking pleasure. The finish is clad in baking spice and rosy purfume. 13.6% ABV | Sample
8.9 Points