One Acre Pinot Noir 2017 - Littorai

Appearance: pale to medium ruby, brilliant, with a measured intensity that immediately suggests a Pinot Noir built on finesse and delicacy.

Nose: initially discreet, then gradually opening with notes of blond tobacco, pepper, rose water, autumn leaves, blackberry, black cherry, warm earth and fine spices. With aeration, the bouquet gains depth, revealing a floral, lightly earthy and highly nuanced dimension.

Palate: light to medium-bodied, round and silky, carried by delicate fruit, fine tannins and beautifully integrated freshness. The finish is very long, complex and layered, in a subtle, precise and deeply elegant register.

93/100 — Wine Advocate

Erin Brooks describes the One Acre Pinot Noir 2017 from Littorai as a still-youthful Pinot Noir, pale to medium ruby in colour, initially discreet before gradually opening with notes of blond tobacco, pepper, rose water, autumn leaves, blackberry, black cherry, warm earth and fine spices. Her review highlights a light to medium-bodied palate, round and silky, carried by nuanced fruit, fine tannins, well-integrated freshness and a very long, complex and layered finish.

In summary: a rare, delicate and highly refined Californian Pinot Noir from Littorai, appealing for its silky texture, integrated freshness, nuanced fruit and long finish with floral, spicy and earthy accents.

Food pairings: roast poultry, duck with sweet spices, veal with mushrooms, Iberian pork, grilled salmon, morel risotto, refined Japanese cuisine or lightly aged soft cheeses.