Pinot Noir, Roco, Marsh Estate Vyd, Yamhill Carlton,OR 2021

Professional Ratings

• 95 Tasting Panel

  Abundant sunshine influences this site atop marine sandstone on ROCO's low-elevation estate in the Dundee Hills. Aromas of black cherry, mulberry jam, and woodsy spices lead to a rich juiciness on the palate. Earth, sage, cinnamon, and black-peppered plum take turns enveloping mocha and brown-sugared, dried fruits as notes of sea fossil and savory soy sauce add an umami effect on the midpalate.

• 93 Vinous

  The 2021 Pinot Noir Marsh Estate entices with depths of sweet sage and basil, peppery florals and wild-stemmed strawberries. Beautifully tailored, it offers crisp red berries and inner rose tones guided by fresh acidity. Lifted and ethereal throughout, a twang of sour citrus mingles with nuanced tannins through the long and stimulating finale. It goes down far too easily.

• 92 Wine Spectator
  Vibrant and youthful, this bursts with bright raspberry and cherry flavors accented by fresh violet and spicy mocha notes that glide on a zesty finish.
• 91 James Suckling

  Crushed berries, porcini mushrooms and exotic spices on the nose. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity. Juicy and fruity with a supple character and a refreshing finish.