DuMOL Bressay Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023

The 2023 Pinot Noir Bressay Estate is one of the most complete wines in the range. The aromatics alone are dazzling. Crushed rose petal, mint, dried flowers, blood orange and red/purplish fruit all scream out of the glass. The 33% stems lend notable aromatic presence and a good bit of structure. Coastal influences are so pronounced. What a gorgeous wine this is.

The 2023 Pinot Noir Bressay Estate Vineyard comes from high-density vines planted in 2005. Grapes were harvested on September 21 and 23, and the wine was fermented with around 33% whole clusters. Matured for 15 months in 33% new French oak, it’s expressive and singular on the nose: raspberry jam and blood orange are accented by wafts of lavender, juniper, tea leaves and spice. The medium-bodied palate is just as impressive, offering an effortless balance of sapidity and vibrancy. Its detailed flavors are structured by fine, tea-like tannins, and it has a very long finish with soaring floral perfume. 600 cases were made.

The bright ruby/magenta-hued 2023 Pinot Noir Bressay Estate Vineyard comes from vines behind the vineyard house, mainly planted to the Calera selection, and saw 40% whole clusters. The nose is more intense, with notes of wild raspberries, brambly herbs, floral perfume, and spice box. The palate is medium-framed, with refined, elegant tannins and a lovely, savory feel. As it opens in the glass, it gains in depth and complexity, and I would not be surprised to see this perform even better at future tastings. Drink 2027-2047. 600 cases were produced.