Rivers-Marie, Occidental Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir Vintage:2021 The round and velvet-textured flavors

The round and velvet-textured flavors possess good volume and reasonable concentration though the lingering finish seems a bit flat and dull

Slightly riper and equally cool and airy aromas are comprised by notes of plum

with just a hint of menthol toward the finish

A velvety texture is accented by full-bodied richness and just enough freshness to keep the palate energized

The soils are poor in organic substances

Rivers-Marie, Occidental Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir Vintage:2021 The round and velvet-textured flavorsA more savory and brambly personality emerges from the 2021 Pinot Noir Occidental Ridge Vineyard, with wild herbs, ripe cherry, and orange zest. Medium to Full bodied, with a seamless feel of fresh acidity, a soft texture, fine tannins, and a note of black raspberry, the freshness really lifts with ripeness off the palate, with a focused feel. Long on the palate, its drinking beautifully now and will drink well over the next 10 or so years.