Meyer 2023 McLean Creek Pinot Noir VQA 750ml

Geoff nailed this wine earlier this year, noting its hedonistic "West Coast" flair. It’s only 13.5% alcohol, but the fruit is ripe and peppery, and it has staying power in the finish. Look for notes of Bing cherry, black raspberry, and earthy beetroot, complemented by a generous dollop of oak. The warmth of the vintage and a short crop all conspire to give this a little extra oomph, not a normal Meyer trait, but we’ll take it this year. Duck, anyone?

Score: 92 points -- Anthony Gismondi, gismondionwine.com