The 2016 REX HILL Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir shows juicy and bold primary aromas of cherry pie, blueberry, black currant, cassis, black Doris plum, raspberry and red cherry. Secondary notes of black figs, black pepper, fresh cut wood and forest floor emerge as the wine opens. The palate is plush, opulent and vibrant with integrated, velvety tannins and an abundance of red fruit flavors. The finish is long, with lingering flavors of blackberry liqueur and Assam tea. While drinking well now, this is a wine built for aging, with all the components in decadent harmony, sure to grow more complex over the next 10 to 15 years.
