Marcassin "Bondi Home Ranch" Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2002

Deep, murky red. Some rim evolution.

That deep, sumptuous, evolved "Marcassin PN at its best" nose - fennel, savory meat/duck fat, cherry sauce, earth, hazelnut liqueur ...

Round, deep and sweet texturally. Slight heat, but sails on, with great mid-palate depth. There's an acid edge riding though it all, probably elevated VA involved, that keeps everything in check. But also a bit abrasive. Great (cherry) length. We'll see if air time brings everything together.

Day 3 - Still sumptuous on the nose. Better integration in the mouth also. VA still is a bit discordant, but I don't really care. Does not have the flavor complexity of the best bottlings, but very few people will mind.

$90