95 points James Suckling: "Super complex and rich with a ripe array of red to dark-cherry and plum aromas, as well as toasted-spice oak influence. This has much to enjoy already. The palate has a very rich, fleshy and intense, layered appeal with a swirling, spicy thread of rich red cherries and long, fine, supple tannins. Drink or hold. (1/30/20)"
94 points Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate): "Medium ruby, the 2018 Pinot Noir Laurène opens with pure raspberry, rhubarb and aniseed perfume with accents of bergamot and forest floor. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated, super spicy, firm and very fresh, finishing uplifted and loaded with perfumed fruits. Give it another 2-3 years in bottle. (Dec 2020)"
94 points Charles Curtis, MW (Decanter): "The 2018 Laurene displays the ripe, lush qualities of the vintage with a concentrated plummy aroma on the initial attack and a noticeable but well-integrated influence from the cask aging. The palate shows lovely density balanced by a refreshingly crisp acidity - surprisingly so for the vintage. This wine will age well for a decade. Drinking Window: 2021-2031. (Aug 2021)"
94 points Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate): "Medium ruby, the 2018 Pinot Noir Laurène opens with pure raspberry, rhubarb and aniseed perfume with accents of bergamot and forest floor. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated, super spicy, firm and very fresh, finishing uplifted and loaded with perfumed fruits. Give it another 2-3 years in bottle. (Dec 2020)"
94 points Charles Curtis, MW (Decanter): "The 2018 Laurene displays the ripe, lush qualities of the vintage with a concentrated plummy aroma on the initial attack and a noticeable but well-integrated influence from the cask aging. The palate shows lovely density balanced by a refreshingly crisp acidity - surprisingly so for the vintage. This wine will age well for a decade. Drinking Window: 2021-2031. (Aug 2021)"
| Product SKU | 341340 |
| Producer | Drouhin |
| Country | United States |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 14.1% |
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