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This brand-new bottling under The Anonymous Wine Collective is just beginning to come into its own. Bottled only a few months ago, it’s really starting to shine! The wine comes from two famous, highly regarded vineyard sites in the Petaluma Gap AVA, part of the broader Sonoma Coast. This is a truly special growing region thanks to the constant cooling breezes that funnel in from the Pacific through a gap in the coastal ranges. That relentless wind plays a fundamental role in producing world-class grapes: it naturally reduces yields and concentrates flavor, slows ripening to build greater complexity while preserving natural acidity, and encourages thicker grape skins that contribute texture and structure to the finished wine. Combine all of that with the region’s rocky volcanic soils, which lend a lively mineral character, and you have the magic of Petaluma Gap. This wine had so much natural flavor and concentration that we decided nine months in mostly neutral French oak was more than enough to frame the fruit. It simply didn’t need any additional “makeup.” The quality of the vineyards and the fruit speak for themselves. The result is a classic coastal California Chardonnay, with beautifully crystalline golden orchard fruit, fresh, stony minerality, vibrant acidity, and subtle, seamlessly integrated oak nuances. Fruit from these vineyards typically goes into single-vineyard-designate wines selling for $60-$80 a bottle. By keeping the source Anonymous, we can bring it to you for just $20. Cheers!

An exceptional sense of detail and precision on the nose of this with fine, red-berry and sous-bois notes and blue fruit in behind. The palate delivers scintillatingly fine, fresh and very elegant tannins that carve a long, linear shape and leave fresh raspberries and cherries on point. Excellent pinot from this elevated, coastal site. Drink or hold.

Spellbinding aromas of rose petals, strawberries, citrus and bark, with hints of lemongrass. Medium-bodied, tight and structured, this offers a captivating combination of linear intensity and calmness, so classy and sophisticated. A continued benchmark for American pinot noir. Drink or hold.

The Doc's Ranch is east-facing 1150-1200ft of elevation, and according to Cobb, it is pummeled with fog. The slope is southeast facing, and Ross uses 50% whole cluster to make this wine—aromas of red flowers and mint, white pepper and wild green strawberries. The palate shows sweet red berries, lightly spiced with notes of white pepper and an elegantly textured mouthfeel. This Pinot dances across the palate with zippy, savoury white pepper and a fresh note of evergreen sap and lithe pine needles lingering on through the finish. (CP)

Blending 76% Zinfandel, 14% Petite Sirah, 7% Carignane, 2% Alicante Bouschet and 1% Mataro from an estate vineyard in Dry Creek Valley purchased in 1972, the 2023 Zinfandel Lytton Springs exhibits initial chewiness that leads to fine tannins, with a good heft and underlying acidity. Well-woven oak supports a moderately ripe, medium-bodied frame of structured elegance, aged in 100% air-dried American oak. Enjoy now through 2033. (VB)

A complex and smooth-honed pinot that has aromas of violets and blueberries and sappy, leafy notes. There’s a gently meaty element, too, with spicy notes dealt into the fresh, ripe fruit. This has such integral fruit presence and a seamless, silky palate, infused with supple and glossy tannins. Very even, this holds cherry and blueberry flavors so long and so pure. Impressive concentration here. Drink or hold.

The 2023 Chardonnay Campbell Ranch has a distinctive coastal signature. Split pine, sea spray and lime zest tingle on the palate. Scintillating acids keep things moving in a linear fashion, sprinting through the finish with great precision and focus. West Sonoma Coast in a glass. Beautiful. (BN)

This is the second edition of Anonymous that we’ve produced with this incredible, world-renowned winery, and it takes the quality to an entirely new level. I’m proud to say I worked hand in hand with the winemaking team to craft this custom blend from the crème de la crème of single-vineyard components sourced from some of the region’s most sought-after sites. At the core of the wine are three Grand Cru–caliber vineyards, including old Wente clone vines planted in 1974. Most of the fruit comes from the far western edge of the Russian River Valley, where the AVA meets the West Sonoma Coast. The ultra–cool climate, Goldridge soils, and meticulous viticulture ensure that only the finest fruit makes it through the doors of this esteemed estate. The fruit was gently pressed, and the juice was racked to top-quality French oak (30% new), where it fermented with native yeasts and aged on its lees for 15 months. The final blend is composed of 12 carefully selected barrels, chosen not only for their exceptional individual character but also for their seamless integration as a whole. I couldn’t be more proud of this wine. Working with this team is a true joy. With decades of winemaking pedigree and multiple 100-point wines to their credit, this partnership embodies everything the Anonymous Wine Project is about. Under its original label, this wine typically retails for $75–$90. The value delivered through anonymity is simply sensational.

The nose is intensely aromatic and floral, with piercing notes of crushed strawberries, potpourri and orange rind. The palate is medium-bodied with seamless tannins and bright acidity, showing red currants, forest floor, cassia bark and mulberries. Very balanced and pure, with 40% whole cluster. Drink or hold.

A softer, more aromatic energy surrounds this Pinot. Whispers of flowers, fresh cut herbs and cranberries swirl on the nose, while the palate brings flavors of dried cherry, anise, and some nice crunchy tannin to balance the dancing acidity.

An absolute classic rendition of Zinfandel this legendary, historic site. There tons of rich, brambly fruit from the old vine Zin, but also real substance and complexity from the inclusion of Alicante Bouchet and a Primitivo clone brought here by Italian immigrants over a century ago. The wine shows a real sense of place with a crushed rock and ferrous mineral tone from red iron-rich loam and volcanic cobblestones that define the soils of the site. The picture perfect growing season in 2023 gave this wine lots of vibrancy and focus to balance all that old vine concentration and potency. The subtle use of both French and American oak is a well known signature when combined with this beautiful fruit. The value here, as with all the Anonymous wines is simply outstanding! Enjoy!

There is an oomph and intensity to the 2023 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir from Flowers, with ripe fruits and generous forest character. Aromas of gravel dust, pine tar and smashed blue fruits come to the fore with whispers of violet florality. The palate shows a core of red and blue brambles, a nearly feral character to them. The savoury elements are followed by dried herbs, black tea, and a touch of mace. There's an intense saline throughline that crescendos at the finish. (CP)

The 2024 Chardonnay Les Noisetiers is a total delight. Aromatic and light on its feet, yet also quite expansive, the 2024 has a lot to offer. Citrus confit, hazelnut, white flowers, chamomile and lightly honeyed overtones are beautifully lifted in this super-expressive Chardonnay from various sites in the Russian River Valley. (AG)

The latest release of the Sonoma Mountain Chardonnay from Kistler! Winery Notes: The Kistler plantings on Sonoma Mountain, situated on a hillside bench perfectly suited for growing world class Chardonnay, are interlaced with the rare combination of red volcanic and fine grained chalky soils. The vineyards are planted to California Heritage clones that were selected specifically over the last 30 years to ripen to our balanced wine standards. They are some of the oldest Chardonnay vineyards in Sonoma County. When coupled with the selections in the vineyard the textbook growing conditions afford a wine that is decidedly Sonoma Mountain in character. Annually some of our earliest vineyard pickings each year, this is a wine driven by a grounded, focused mineral core yet lifted by striking ethereal tones of vibrant light fruit raised at elevation.

Bid on this 3-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 2019 Vérité "La Joie" Sonoma County Bordeaux Blend (100TWI, 99JD, 98DC, 98JS, 98RP, 95JA), 1-bottle of 2019 Vérité "La Muse" Sonoma County Bordeaux Blend (99JS, 98JD, 97RP, 95DC, 94JA), and 1-bottle of 2019 Vérité "Le Désir" Sonoma County Bordeaux Blend (100JS, 100RP, 100TWI, 98JD, 97JA, 96DC). Of the 2019 Vérité "La Joie" Sonoma County Bordeaux Blend, The Wine Independent writes: "A blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot, the 2019 La Joie is deep garnet-purple in color. It has a wonderfully flashy and flamboyant nose of blackcurrant cordial, redcurrant jelly, plum preserves, and potpourri with hints of chocolate mint, tilled soil, chalk dust, and forest floor. The medium to full-bodied palate is very taut and muscular with tons of bright, crunchy black fruits and wonderful tension, finishing with tons of earthy nuances. (LPB)" (06/2022)

Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2013 Peter Michael "Le Caprice" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (96JS, 94DC, 94RP). James Suckling: "Unique aromas of ripe dark fruits with grilled seaweed, iodine and sea spray notes. Medium body, superfine tannins and bright acidity. Agile. Persistent finish. Stone and blue fruits. Counterintuitive wine." (06/2016)

Bid on this 2-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 2000 Chateau St. Jean "Cinq Cépages" Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon (90WS) and 1-bottle of 2002 Chateau St. Jean "Cinq Cépages" Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon (92RP, 91W&S, 90WE). Of the 2002 Chateau St. Jean "Cinq Cépages" Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon, Wine Advocate writes: "An excellent example of this cuvee, the still youthful 2002 Cinq Cepages is composed of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and the rest Malbec and Petit Verdot. Its deep ruby/purple color is followed by aromas of black raspberries, sweet cherries, black currants and hints of toasty oak, forest floor and underbrush. Medium to full-bodied with beautifully rich, supple fruit, good glycerin and silky tannins, this young but accessible 2002 is capable of another decade of enjoyment. (RP)" (06/2012)

Bid on this bottle of 1975 Kenwood "Artist Series" Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon. The 1975 vintage was the first Artist Series produced by Kenwood Vineyards and features "Hillside, " a specially commissioned work of art from Californian artist David Lance Goines. The original version featured a naked woman on the hillside and a second version had a skeleton. Both of these are extremely rare because both were banned by the BATF! Kenwood's tasting notes: "This wine is made exclusively from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in the Alexander Valley of Sonoma County. It exhibits a characteristic Cabernet nose, and a ripe berry flavor permeates the taste. The wine was aged in small oak barrels and will continue to improve with bottle age."

Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2013 Peter Michael "La Carrière" Knights Valley Chardonnay (98RP, 96JS, 93WS). Wine Advocate: "The 2013 Chardonnay La Carrière is unbelievable. Production was almost 900 cases less than in 2014, and you can see it in the concentration of honeysuckle, orange marmalade, white currant, white peach and mineral notes. (RP)" (12/2015)

Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2021 Kosta Browne Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (96JD, 94JS, 93DC, 93RP). Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2021 Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast is floral with perfume and ripe red berries, as well as notes of framboise, rosemary, and incense. Offering fantastic balance, with fine tannins, fresh seamless acidity, and a good purity of fruit, this is a very attractive wine now and will continue to provide prime drinking over the next 12 or more years. (AF)" (07/2023)

Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2015 Peter Michael "Cuvée Indigène" Knights Valley Chardonnay (99RP, 94VN). Wine Advocate: "The 2015 Chardonnay Cuvee Indigene is profoundly scented of honeyed apricots, pear tart, marzipan and brioche with hints of butterscotch, praline and baker’s yeast. The fine, fresh, medium-bodied palate has beautiful elegance and depth, with a minerally core and a citrus lift on the very long, creamy finish. Stunning. (LPB)" (10/2017)

Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2010 Marcassin "Three Sisters Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (96WS). Wine Spectator: "Presents a rich, unctuous core of fresh earth and herbs, as well as a strong dose of oak, although the wine wears the wood well. Strikingly young and vibrant, this could easily pass for a much younger wine. *Collectible* (JL)" (01/2016)

Bid on this 4-bottle lot of 2016 Kistler "Kistler Vineyard" Sonoma Valley Chardonnay (98JD, 97RP, 96VN). Jeb Dunnuck: "Another borderline perfect Chardonnay from this estate is the 2016 Chardonnay Kistler Vineyard, which tastes almost identical to the Cuvée Cathleen, only slightly less intense. Killer white flower, citrus blossom, orchard fruits, and salty minerality all flow to a medium to full-bodied, ultra-pure, precise, and elegant Chardonnay. With a little less minerality, yet a similar textural richness and depth, give it a year or two, count yourself lucky, and enjoy over the following decade." (06/2018)

Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2016 Aubert "UV-SL Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Chardonnay (100JD, (97-99RP), 96VN). Jeb Dunnuck: "From a cooler site (it’s one of the last to be harvested), the 2016 Chardonnay UV-SL Vineyard is a perfect wine any way you look at it. Caramelized pineapple, marzipan, citrus, candle wax, and layers of complex Chardonnay fruit all flow to a beautifully pure, silky, perfectly balanced 2016 that has depth, freshness, complexity, and length. It develops even more complexity with time in the glass and is a brilliant effort from this estate." (06/2018)

Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2021 Kosta Browne Russian River Valley Pinot Noir (94DC, 94JD, 94JS, 94RP). Wine Advocate: "The 2021 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley was matured for 15 months in 34% new oak. It has a medium ruby color and generous aromatic layers of lavender, licorice, eucalyptus and forest floor with a core of dark fruit. The medium-bodied palate is powerful, its concentrated fruit complemented by well-integrated oak spice. It has abundant, grainy tannins, bursts of mouthwatering acidity and a very long, layered finish. Offer it another 2-3 years in bottle to unwind. (EB)" (06/2023)

Bid on this 2-bottle tasting lot; including 1 2017 Aubert "Powder House" Sonoma Coast Chardonnay (97JS, 97RP, 95VN) and 1 2021 Aubert "Powder House" Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ((96-98TWI), 97JS, 97RP, 95VN, 95WS). Of the 2021 Aubert "Powder House" Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, The Wine Independent writes: "The 2021 Chardonnay Powder House was tasted as a tank sample... It soars out of the glass with a gorgeous perfume of peach cobbler, apple blossoms, and honeydew melon, leading to suggestions of persimmons, quince, spice cake, and almond croissant with a waft of honeycomb. Full-bodied, the palate is so fragrant and graceful, with a fantastic seamlessness and silken texture, leading to amazing length and depth on the finish of this gorgeous wine. This vineyard, on Goldridge soils near downtown Forestville, was planted in 2013. There are basically 2 clones, Hyde and Mt Eden, on 420 A & 114 rootstocks, and the row direction is due north. (LPB) 96-98+" (09/2022)

Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2007 Kistler "Cuvée Catherine-Occidental Station" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir ((95-97RP), 93VN). Wine Advocate: "The compelling 2007 Pinot Noir Cuvee Catherine from the Occidental Station Vineyard on the Sonoma Coast is made entirely from the Calera clone. Deep ruby/purple with crushed raspberries, violets, Chinese black tea, and chalky, almost wet stone-like notes, the wine is rich, full-bodied, multi-dimensional, with superb depth and length, and a remarkable finish. (RP)" (12/2008)

Bid on this bottle of 2018 Peter Michael "Ma Belle-Fille" Knights Valley Chardonnay (98RP, 97JS, 95VN, 94WS). Wine Advocate: "Ma Belle Fille is the highest of the Peter Michael vineyards, located at 1, 200-1, 800 feet. Planted to a field selection of Hudson, Old Wente, Montrachet and Calera clones, it is also the earliest ripening vineyard. The 2018 Chardonnay Ma Belle Fille comes skipping out of the glass with vibrant, youthful scents of lemon tart, mandarin peel, green mango and crystalline citrus peel with emerging nuances of wet slate, candle wax and freshly cracked hazelnut. Medium to full-bodied, the palate features a satiny sheen and a wicked backbone of freshness galvanizing the mineral and citrusy flavors into an electrifying finish. (LPB)" (02/2021)

Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2023 Aubert "CIX" Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ((96-98VN), 98WS). Vinous: "The 2023 Chardonnay CIX Estate , all Montrachet clone in a cool site, is one of the most complete wines in this range. Aromatically intense, textured and silky, the 2023 CIX brings together all the elements that make these Chardonnays so appealing. Lemon oil, hazelnut, dried flowers and lightly honeyed notes all grace this resonant, expansive Chardonnay. The CIX is often one of my favorite Aubert Chardonnays, as it is once again in 2023. (AG)" (12/2024)

Bid on this bottle of 2010 Kistler "Cuvée Cathleen" Sonoma Valley Chardonnay (95VN, 94RP). Vinous: "Light yellow, with a green hue. An intense, mineral-dominated bouquet evokes nectarine, orange, lemon pith and white flowers, with a chalky topnote. Racy, focused and strikingly pure citrus and orchard fruit flavors are underscored by vibrant mineral and iodine qualities and pick up flesh with aeration. Closes with superb clarity and length, trailing notes of honeysuckle, sweet butter and citrus zest. (ST)" (06/2013)

Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2004 Pride Mountain "Vintner's Select Cuvée - Mountain Top Vineyard" Sonoma County Merlot (92ST, 92WE, 91CG, 91WS). Wine Enthusiast: "Pride's regular '04 Merlot was very good. This one's better. Intensely rich and concentrated in the way of mountain wines, it shows huge, ripe cherry marmalade, black raspberry pie filling, rum and cola, mocha-choca and Asian spice flavors, enriched by smoky oak. Any really ripe wine can do that, but only one from great coastal vineyards can achieve this balance of acids and tannins. " (03/2007)

Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2007 Peter Michael "L'Esprit des Pavots" Knights Valley Bordeaux Blend (92ST, 91RP). Int'l Wine Cellar: "Opaque ruby. Strikingly pure, complex aromas of redcurrant, cherry, spicecake, tobacco and licorice. Pliant, focused red fruit flavors are complemented by deeper notes of mocha and cola. Finishes with silky tannins and a slow-building mineral quality. With its clarity, juiciness and lingering spiciness, this is far more inviting than the brooding Pavots today. (ST)" (06/2010)

Bid on this 2-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 2006 Pahlmeyer "Jayson" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (90CG) and 1-bottle of 2007 Coup de Foudre Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir (91WS). Of the 2007 Coup de Foudre Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir, Wine Spectator writes: "Rich and tightly wound, with a firm, concentrated core of wild berry, spice, mineral and loamy earth that echoes black cherry and anise on the finish. Firmly tannic." (09/2009)

Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2012 Kistler "Trenton Roadhouse" Sonoma Coast Chardonnay (94RP, 93VN, 93WS). Wine Advocate: "The 2012 Chardonnay Trenton Roadhouse returns to the tropical fruit side of Chardonnay, with pineapple, mango, mandarin orange and honeysuckle notes. Long, rich, full-bodied, crisp and zesty, this is a juicy, succulent, opulent and full-bodied Chardonnay to drink over the next 5-7 years. (RP)" (01/2015)

Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2004 Pride Mountain "Reserve" Sonoma-Napa Counties Cabernet Sauvignon (96RP, 95WE, 94CG). Wine Advocate: "The two flagship wines of this brilliant estate, which straddles the Sonoma and Napa county lines at the top of Spring Mountain, include the 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (98% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Petit Verdot). Sixty-eight percent of the fruit comes from Sonoma and 32% from Napa. It exhibits classic notes of creme de cassis, licorice, cedarwood, incense and a hint of toasty oak in the background. Full-bodied, opulent, profound deep, rich and full with velvety edges, the tannin can be detected, but it is wonderfully integrated in this mountain-styled Cabernet. It continues Pride’s impressive track record with these special cuvees. The 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve can be drunk young or cellared for two decades or more. More nuances and complexity will undoubtedly emerge over the years. (RP)" (04/2014)

Ridge Vineyards’ modern history began in 1962 with its first Monte Bello vintage. The winery’s long association with Zinfandel includes its inaugural Geyserville bottling in 1966. The 2025 Coast Range continues that California focus as a Zinfandel-based red blend.

The 2024 vintage was a Goldilocks vintage here, with cool to normal temperatures and no major heat spikes through July and August. The 2024 Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental is the multi-vineyard bottling from the two ranches out here and pours a bright ruby hue. It has a fantastic nose of ripe red pomegranate, blood orange citrus, salty fresh earth, and iron, and it delivers bright energetic lift on the palate, with fine tannins, clean, sanguine tones, terrific vibrancy, and tension. Drink 2026-2040.

The 2024 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast) is a terrific introduction to the range. Apricot, white flowers, mint, white pepper and tangerine oil are nicely pushed forward. The warmer season yielded an especially forward, open-knit Chardonnay. It's a style that works quite well at this level. (AG)

The 2023 Pinot Noir Jack Hill comes from a site in Freestone-Occidental. It’s a proper standout in a range of excellent wines. The 2023 delivers so much concentration and density, yet it comes through without an iota of excess. Lavender, black tea leaves, sage, white pepper and new leather unfurl in a seriously complex, enticing picture. It’s crunchy and lively through the finish, echoing long with a lifted note of orange zest. The Jack Hill is fresh, persistent and laser-focused, not to mention a joy to taste, even in the early going. (BN)

A big, robust, warming wine from one of the brand's traditional single-vineyard sources in Dry Creek Valley. Broad, ripe and jammy. Full-bodied, saturated with blackberries, blueberries, black pepper and baked cherries, with soft tannins and a sense of sweetness. Drink or hold. (JG)

A very tight and precise Syrah with blackberry, white pepper, brine and gunpowder. Medium body, with fine and firm tannins. Really shy and beautiful. Drinkable but so much better in a year or two. (JS)

Pangloss wines are grown and crafted by the Repris team on Moon Mountain, where steep mountainside vineyards are organically farmed by legendary viticulturist Phil Cotturi. The 2022 Tenacity is a Châteauneuf-du-Pape-inspired Southern Rhône blend of 75% Grenache, 21% Mourvèdre, and 5% Syrah. Winemaker Erich Bradley employs a traditional, minimalist approach to winemaking, with hand-picked and hand-sorted grapes, open-top fermentations, and aging in French oak barrels. The result is a beautifully expressive, mountain-grown Rhône blend that captures the distinctive character of this rugged Sonoma terroir.

The 2023 Pinot Noir Estate San Andreas Fault is complex and dynamic in the glass. Wild cherry and strawberry fruit lend notable freshness as this mid-weight, understated Pinot gradually opens with a bit of coaxing. The 2023 possesses a lovely inner perfume to match its gracious, super-refined personality. (AG)

The Doc's Ranch is east-facing 1150-1200ft of elevation, and according to Cobb, it is pummeled with fog. The slope is southeast-facing, and Ross uses 50% whole cluster to make this wine; this Pinot includes Calera, Pommard,4 and 114. It shows a gorgeous, incredible violet opening accented by forest floor, pine bough and bright seaspray. The palate carries an intense minerality; white pepper and briny sea spray lift a beautiful core of raspberries and blueberries, with fresh mint brightening the finish. (CP)

The 2023 Zinfandel Pagani Ranch is from a simply gorgeous and truly historic site, made in an elegant, medium-bodied style and blending 79% Zinfandel, 10% Alicante Bouschet, 9% Petite Sirah and 2% Mataro, fermented separately until the final blend. Citrus, orange peel, and honeycomb highlight a complex framework of Old World dustiness and savory delight. Juicy red fruit, light spice, and a gorgeously silky texture continue the theme. This is one to age another 10-15 years. (VB)

The 2023 Chardonnay Estate Reserve is magnificent. Tangerine peel, hazelnut, spice, menthol, baked apple tart and pastry are some of the many nuances that open in the glass. The Reserve offers a captivating mix of vibrancy and textural viscosity. Creamy, resonant contours wrap up the plush close. There’s striking richness and mind-blowing overall balance to match a long finish that reverberates for an eternity. The Reserve is a blend of sections within three blocks on the property, planted mostly with variations of older Wente selections that are distinguished by longer hang times. It is one of several wines I have tasted from this part of the West Sonoma Coast that suggests Chardonnay may ultimately hold more potential than Pinot Noir. What a wine!

The Peay West Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir is a true panoramic view of the estate’s terroir and the vintage itself. Sourced mainly from Peay’s estate blocks, with just 5% coming from the slightly warmer Richardson Vineyard next door, this is the winery’s biggest-production Pinot - though at 1,500 cases, it’s still far from mass-produced. The 2023 vintage is a wine with energy and depth, which is classic Peay, delivering a nose that balances delicate florals and bright red berries with a whisper of coastal salinity. The palate is full of tart red fruit like cranberries and pomegranate, with some citrusy mid-palate reminiscent of blood oranges and a pinch of spice for good measure. The structure is firm yet graceful, carrying everything through to a long, truly pleasant finish.

This project delivers exactly the pale, whisper-pink Provence homage the glass promises. Pinot Noir picked early and pressed straight to salmon-onionskin color, then coaxed into something taut and mineral. Expect wild strawberry, white peach, blood orange rind, and a saline-crushed-stone lift that keeps it honest. Bone-dry, high-toned, and cut with the kind of acidity that makes you reach for the bottle again before you’ve decided to. This is patio wine with a résumé—serious enough for the table, easy enough to drink without thinking. Chill hard, pour into a real glass, and don’t overthink the pairing: oysters, a niçoise, a roast chicken with too much lemon. Drink now through summer; rosé rewards nobody who waits. 2025 closes the book on Trois Noix rosé; the final vintage, and worth stocking your fridge accordingly.