Arterberry Maresh Pinot Noir Dundee Hills Old Vines 2021

98 points Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate): "The 2021 Pinot Noir Old Vines comes from the Maresh Vineyard, from vines that were planted in 1970, and has a singular expression with detailed, spicy accents reminiscent of bitters or amaro. "You only get those high-toned essences if you pick al dente," winemaker Jim Maresh explains. "It's easy to volatilize all that away." The Old Vines has a medium ruby color and arresting aromas of orange bitters, mossy bark and tobacco leaves complementing a deep core of pomegranate, rhubarb and cranberry. The light-bodied palate offers remarkably pure, detailed flavors. It has velvety tannins, seamless freshness and a very long finish with a flourish of spicy accents. Drink: 2025-2040. (May 2023)"

Producer notes: "From 52 year old Maresh Vines in front of the Red Barn. Very loud and typical Maresh signatures of black tea, cinnamon and white pepper along with the usual DH red fruit. Concentrated Pinot noir under 13%. Drinks like eating the most perfect raspberry. Firm tannins, long finish."