Lot 510
2023 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Lot 510 is an extraordinary 100% single-vineyard Pinot Noir from one of the top vineyard sites in the entire North Coast. Crafted by a winemaker whose resume includes arguably the most famous winery in Sonoma, this small-batch release is as fine a Pinot Noir as you’ll find anywhere, with apex pedigree to boot. Our source has premier Pinot vineyards in choice parcels across the AVA, but for this release, they tap a truly special site hidden in the hills on the west side of the Russian River Valley.

On the nose, this wine opens with an interplay of cherries and mushrooms, bolstered by floral aromas of violets and iris with a subtle cola halo. Across a heady palate, additional cherry and raspberry coalesces with dried leaves, buoyed by exceptional acidity and spice, revealing small, grippy tannins. A dry, vibrant finish begins with barrel-kissed spice and vanilla blossom before crescendoing with red berries through the exit, leaving a lasting impression.