97 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown (The Wine Independent): "Medium ruby-purple in color, the 2022 Pinot Noir Occidental Station Vineyard charges out with gregarious scents of wild blueberries and black cherry preserves, leading to wafts of underbrush, cloves, incense, and potpourri. The light to medium-bodied palate delivers wonderful energy and brightness with a racy line and fine-grained tannins providing great structure, finishing long with beautiful purity. Drink 2026-2045 (Jan 2025)"
96+ points Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate): "The 2022 Pinot Noir Occidental Station Vineyard bursts from the glass with intense aromas of cranberry sauce, black raspberry, blood orange, iodine and mushrooms, becoming increasingly nuanced as it airs in the glass. The palate features powerful layers of crunchy fruit matched by vibrant acidity. It’s structured by finely astringent tannins reminiscent of black tea and has a very long, layered finish. It will be long lived in the cellar. Drink 2028-2043 (Jan 2025)"
96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2022 Pinot Noir Occidental Station is the most overt of the Pinots in this lineup. Plush, deep layers shape the wine’s frame. Wild cherry, cedar and pipe tobacco all meld together in a supple, creamy Pinot that is already absolutely delicious and ready to go. Time in the glass softens the contours nicely as the 2022 starts to blossom with air. Hints of blood orange, mint and cinnamon linger. Drink 2026-2034 (Jan 2025)"
96+ points Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate): "The 2022 Pinot Noir Occidental Station Vineyard bursts from the glass with intense aromas of cranberry sauce, black raspberry, blood orange, iodine and mushrooms, becoming increasingly nuanced as it airs in the glass. The palate features powerful layers of crunchy fruit matched by vibrant acidity. It’s structured by finely astringent tannins reminiscent of black tea and has a very long, layered finish. It will be long lived in the cellar. Drink 2028-2043 (Jan 2025)"
96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2022 Pinot Noir Occidental Station is the most overt of the Pinots in this lineup. Plush, deep layers shape the wine’s frame. Wild cherry, cedar and pipe tobacco all meld together in a supple, creamy Pinot that is already absolutely delicious and ready to go. Time in the glass softens the contours nicely as the 2022 starts to blossom with air. Hints of blood orange, mint and cinnamon linger. Drink 2026-2034 (Jan 2025)"
| Product SKU | 704089 |
| Producer | Occidental |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| SubRegion | Sonoma County |
| Appellation | Sonoma Coast |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
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